JMU field hockey snapped its seven-game losing streak with a 5-2 win over Longwood on Friday. Next, the Dukes will host No. 4 Duke on Sunday at 1 p.m.

After weekend losses to No. 4 Louisville 4-1 and Indiana 3-2, JMU field hockey fell to 2-7 and is on a six-game losing streak. The Dukes are back on the road this week to face Monmouth on Friday at 4 p.m.

JMU won its home opener against Colombia 3-2 on Friday. Up next, the Dukes will hit the road again for a matchup with No. 12 Wake Forest on Sunday at 4 p.m.

JMU Sports Network will be utilizing a brand new control room inside the Atlantic Union Bank Center (AUBC) for their broadcasts this year. The control room will not only improve the quality of broadcasts, but provide students with opportunities to use top of the industry equipment.

JMU field hockey opened its season with a 4-2 win over William & Mary. Up next, the Dukes will face Richmond on the road on Sunday at 2 p.m.

JMU President Jonathan Alger and Director of Athletics Jeff Bourne spoke to The Breeze about the first year of the "Dukes Do Better" initiative, and how the department hopes to make the message stick as the attendance grows.

JMU's newly remodeled Convocation Center houses seven Olympic sports, two weight rooms, a nutrition center and an athletic training room. While the Convo serves athletes more efficiently now, fans are also accommodated with new, plastic seats with backs, something they didn't have in Godwin Hall. 

JMU field hockey head coach Christy Morgan was inducted into the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Hall of Fame on Monday. Morgan has coached a total of 18 seasons at JMU, and was the first person in NCAA field hockey history to win a national championship as a player and a coach.

After announcing that they'll be joining the Mid-American Conference for its 2024 season, JMU field hockey announced its final independent schedule for the 2023 season. The Dukes will be facing two affiliate member MAC opponents along with eight 2022 Top 25 teams. 

After enduring four straight losing seasons, JMU club ice hockey finished its 2022 season 7-2 and advanced to the playoffs for the first time in five years. In the team's journey back to the playoffs, they battled not just their opponents but also long car rides to their rink, school work and a culture that needed to be re-established. Staff writer Zach Mendenhall dives deep into the club's 2022 season, team camaraderie and its long struggle to the top. 

As JMU field hockey finished its 2022 season 10-7, JMU assistant athletic director Stephen LaPorta and head coach Christy Morgan went more in depth with the science behind the scheduling of an independent team. Staff writer Zach Mendenhall details what he heard from LaPorta and Morgan about what it takes to develop a schedule like JMU's. 

Nearly 30 years after JMU field hockey won the NCAA National Championship, head coach Christy Morgan continues to lead the Dukes. Staff writer Will Moran shares Morgan's reflections on the importance of the 1994 title today. 

Over the summer, JMU field hockey senior midfielder Deide Remijnse went on a study abroad trip to Cartagena, Colombia, through her global supply chain management minor and made products made of yucca, a root vegetable used to make medicine. Remijnse and other JMU students on the trip rehashed her experience to staff writer Zach Mendehall — who all detailed stark differences between life in the U.S. versus Columbia, like how early in life Columbians can obtain a driver's license. 

JMU coaches look all across the country to find student-athletes for their teams, but some will even look internationally. Staff writer Will Moran shares how the coaches find student-athletes from around the world, and how their recruitment process is a little different. 

JMU field hockey wrapped up its regular season this past weekend in a 10-7 season that sported a freshman who started every game: midfielder Alice Roeper. Staff writer Zach Mendenhall dives into Roeper's season and how the freshman gained the respect of her teammates.

The Dukes lost their last game of the regular season Sunday vs. No. 21 Rutgers, 3-0. JMU awaits its fate in the NCAA Tournament; the selection show will be Nov. 6 at 10 p.m.

JMU wrapped up its three-game stint in California on Sunday, which the Dukes went 2-1 during. JMU, now 10-6, finishes its regular season next Sunday at Rutgers.

JMU field hockey began its three-game road trip with a loss Thursday vs. Stanford. This puts the independent Dukes at 8-6 as they try to finish the last three games strong and secure an NCAA tournament bid.

No. 17 JMU field hockey continued its tough independent schedule yesterday, downing No. 12 Wake Forest 2-0 on senior day. Next for the Dukes, now 8-5, is a west coast stretch of three games in California, starting Thursday with Stanford.

JMU field hockey fell to No. 4 Iowa 2-1, as the Hawkeyes scored two unanswered goals to fend off the Dukes. JMU's independent schedule continues Oct. 16 on Senior Day vs. Wake Forest.

JMU field hockey fell to No. 13 Syracuse on Sunday in overtime, 2-1. Next up for the Dukes is No. 4 Iowa on Sunday at 11 a.m., as they look to get to 8-4. 

JMU field hockey defeated No. 20 Duke on Sunday, 4-2, its fifth consecutive win and seventh on the season. The Dukes look to move to 7-3 on the season next Sunday at 1 p.m. vs. Syracuse.

JMU dominated Saint Francis on Friday afternoon, tallying a season-high nine goals in its seven-goal victory. The Dukes now face No. 20 Duke on the road Sunday at 1 p.m. 

JMU field hockey is streaking, winning its last three games. In those wins plus two others, the Dukes have accumulated 17 assists, while none in their three losses. Staff writers Zach Mendenhall and Will Moran dive into the story behind these on-field connections, which have been catalyzed through multiple decades of off-the-field bonding that JMU head coach Christy Morgan feels translates to the games. 

JMU field hockey won its second straight game Sunday versus a ranked in-state foe, downing No. 12 Liberty 3-2 two days after defeating No. 16 William & Mary. The Dukes trek on in their independent season, now sitting at 5-3. 

JMU and William & Mary field hockey renewed their in-state rivalry in a ranked matchup Friday, which saw the Dukes take the win 1-0. The No. 25 Dukes move to 4-3 and have another ranked opponent on the docket coming up, with No. 11 Liberty trekking across the Shenandoah Valley to Harrisonburg on Sunday.  

Miranda Rigg (2015-19) used to don the purple and gold for JMU field hockey, but now, she has a whistle around her neck as the youngest head coach in Longwood University history. Staff writer Zach Mendenhall details the qualities the 25 year old brings to the Lancers from the voices of her former head coach at JMU, Christy Morgan, and her "accountability partner" while playing at JMU, now graduate defender Kara McClure.  

JMU field hockey lost in overtime to U.Va. on Sunday, 3-2. The Dukes look to bounce back Sept. 9 versus Louisville on the road. 

JMU field hockey lost its first game of the season yesterday versus ODU, 6-1. The Dukes look to bounce back Sunday against U.Va. 

JMU field hockey continued their hot streak to start the season, defeating Bucknell 6-2 at home and moving to 2-0. They next play ODU on Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. 

JMU field hockey got off on the right foot in its independent season Friday evening, defeating Richmond 3-1. The Dukes now have a quick turnaround, facing Bucknell at home in less than 48 hours. 

Field hockey is just one of three JMU athletic programs not headed to the Sun Belt for 2022-23 competition. Staff writer Zach Mendenhall highlights what the Dukes have been up to in preparation for a season where they'll embark on roughly 10,000 miles of travel as an independent program. 

There have been six student-athlete suicides since the beginning of March. After the death of JMU softball player Lauren Bernett on April 25, The Breeze wanted to shine a light on the stress, expectations and pressure student-athletes face. In the words of Lindsey Kilpatrick ('22), former UMass Lowell field hockey player, "they're struggling in silence."

From the Sun Belt to a football victory, lots happened with JMU Athletics this week. Staff writer Joshua Gingrich catches you up with the weekly sports recap.

JMU field hockey was in Newark, Delaware, over the weekend for the 2021 CAA tournament. While the Dukes took a strong win against the Huskies, they fell to the Blue Hens in the final.

JMU Athletics is officially in the Sun Belt and Commissioner Keith Gill, Athletic Director Jeff Bourne and JMU president Jonathan Alger all met with the media. The Breeze's Sports Editors and News Editor share sights and sounds from the media day.

Hours after receiving unanimous approval from the Virginia General Assembly to join the Sun Belt Conference, JMU officially accepted an invitation. The Dukes join Marshall, Old Dominion and Southern Mississippi in moving to the Sun Belt.

Junior midfielder Emily Harrison was a force to be reckoned with on the field for JMU field hockey this season. Harrison scored three goals and put up a .750 shots-on-goal percentage — one of the highest percentages on the team.

On Wednesday night, the Richmond Times-Dispatch said that the CAA is banning JMU from conference championships if the Dukes announce a move to the Sun Belt. 

While the main news came off the field and court this week, the Dukes were still in action on the field. Here’s what happened.

After clinching the No. 1 seed in the CAA tournament and its second-consecutive regular season title, JMU field hockey wrapped up its season at William & Mary on Friday. The Dukes defeated the Tribe 3-2, maintaining an undefeated CAA record.

Last week was a big one for JMU sports. Field hockey secured the regular season title and the No. 1 seed in the CAA tournament. Volleyball had multiple players set season- and career-high records, including junior setter Caroline Dozier reaching 1,000 career assists. This week, it’s all abou…

As potential realignment opportunities arise for JMU, questions come up about specifics if JMU were to make the jump. Sports Editors Savannah Reger and Madison Hricik quick hit the storyline.

JMU field hockey was in the news this week for  a blowout victory and a near upset. Several other sports were in action as well — here’s what happened.

JMU field hockey found itself in gridlock with No. 4 Louisville on Sunday after a scoreless game forced overtime. The Cardinals came out on top, securing a 1-0 win on JMU’s senior day.

The air was chilly, but JMU field hockey was on fire Friday night. The Dukes defeated Drexel 6-1 in a dominant performance to clinch the regular-season championship and conference tournament’s first seed.

JMU football got back on track with a win at Richmond on Saturday. As many fall sports are approaching CAA tournaments, teams are looking for pivotal wins to set the tone for conference play.

JMU football got back to its winning ways this week. In addition, other sports such as field hockey remained hot. Here’s what happened.

JMU field hockey headed into its matchup with Temple hot after a 4-0 win over Delaware. The Dukes stayed strong, shutting out Temple 2-0 in Philadelphia.

JMU field hockey went scoreless in its loss to No. 7 ranked Maryland on Sunday, losing 3-0. This is the Dukes’ fifth loss of the season and second scoreless game of the year — the other was their 2-0 loss at Appalachian State on Sept. 10. The loss snaps a four-game winning streak. 

JMU swimming and diving returned to action this past week plus a CAA football shake up. Staff writer Joshua Gingrich recaps what happened.

JMU field hockey defeated Towson 4-1 Friday on the road. The team is on a four-game winning streak with three straight at home. 

Taryn Mayer was born into a legacy. 

After a bye week, JMU football returned this week. Other sports like field hockey and men’ soccer shined this week. Here’s what happened.

JMU field hockey continued its CAA play with a game against Hofstra on Sunday afternoon, walking off victorious with a 5-1 win.

JMU kicked off its weekend with its first CAA game of the season Friday. The Dukes hosted Northeastern and brought intensity, defeating the Huskies, 3-2.

Another week mean's more JMU sports action. Staff writer Courtney Ryder details what matchups await the Dukes throughout the week.

From men's soccer's win over U. Va to a dominant win by JMU field hockey, a lot happened in JMU sports this past week. Staff writer Joshua Gingrich explains what happened. 

JMU field hockey looked to bounce back against Davidson Sunday after losing three straight games. The Dukes did just, defeating the Wildcats 7-0 before CAA play.

JMU men’s and women’s tennis started their seasons last weekend with winning performances. This week, softball starts its fall schedule with its first game since the Dukes’ historic WCWS performance.

JMU men’s golf, and men’s and women’s tennis opened their respective fall schedules this week. In addition, several other teams were in action. Here’s what happened. 

JMU fall sports are getting deeper into the season and some teams are finding a rhythm on the field and court, while more teams start their seasons. The Dukes continue to face tough, quality conference and nonconference opponents with another exciting week of sports.

No. 24 JMU couldn’t contain No. 14 Wake Forest’s offense Sunday, losing 6-2 and suffering its second straight defeat. The Dukes fell to 3-3 on the season, while the Demon Deacons improved to 2-3.

JMU football kicked off its season with a home-opener win against Morehead State on Saturday. For the first time in two years, fans were allowed to tailgate and pack the stands of Bridgeforth Stadium to cheer on the Dukes. The excitement continues this week with more JMU sports.

JMU football, cross country and women’s golf began their fall 2021 schedules this week. Here’s what happened.

The Dukes came out hot in Richmond on Sunday, defeating Richmond 3-0 and earning their third clean sheet of the season. The Spiders fell to 0-3 for the season, while JMU improved its record to 3-1.

JMU field hockey welcomed Old Dominion to Harrisonburg for a top-25 matchup Friday. Despite scoring first, the Monarchs capitalized late to defeat the Dukes 3-2 for JMU's first loss of the season.

Several JMU sports teams began their fall schedules this week. Here’s what happened.

Junior midfielder Emily Harrison was a force to be reckoned with on the field for JMU field hockey this season. Harrison scored three goals and put up a .750 shots-on-goal percentage — one of the highest percentages on the team.

On Wednesday night, the Richmond Times-Dispatch said that the CAA is banning JMU from conference championships if the Dukes announce a move to the Sun Belt. 

While the main news came off the field and court this week, the Dukes were still in action on the field. Here’s what happened.

After clinching the No. 1 seed in the CAA tournament and its second-consecutive regular season title, JMU field hockey wrapped up its season at William & Mary on Friday. The Dukes defeated the Tribe 3-2, maintaining an undefeated CAA record.

Last week was a big one for JMU sports. Field hockey secured the regular season title and the No. 1 seed in the CAA tournament. Volleyball had multiple players set season- and career-high records, including junior setter Caroline Dozier reaching 1,000 career assists. This week, it’s all abou…

As potential realignment opportunities arise for JMU, questions come up about specifics if JMU were to make the jump. Sports Editors Savannah Reger and Madison Hricik quick hit the storyline.

JMU field hockey was in the news this week for  a blowout victory and a near upset. Several other sports were in action as well — here’s what happened.

JMU field hockey found itself in gridlock with No. 4 Louisville on Sunday after a scoreless game forced overtime. The Cardinals came out on top, securing a 1-0 win on JMU’s senior day.