Expanded Tenure: Another Four Years Affirmed for the Incumbent

Expanded Tenure: Another Four Years Affirmed for the Incumbent

In the four years spanning 2018 to 2022, Holy Cross College's sports teams showcased an impressive array of achievements, as covered extensively by The Spire's sports section during the tenure of writers Patrick Grudberg and Logan Gooley. However, a specific focus on the college's sports achievements during these years, as described in a Spire article, remains elusive.

One of the most notable accomplishments was the women's basketball team's historic victory over UT Martin in the play-in round of the tournament. The team's success continued, with them securing the 1 seed in the Patriot League during their sophomore year, finishing with a 14-4 conference record. They even managed a second straight league title and advanced to March Madness as a sixteen seed.

The Crusaders football team also had a remarkable run. They captured their first FCS victory since 2002 in the first game of the sophomore year football season at UConn. The team's junior year was particularly memorable, as they had a historic 11-0 regular season and captured their fourth Patriot League Championship in a row. This triumph was followed by another title in the spring semester of their freshman year.

The football team's success extended to the playoffs, with their sophomore year marking the first time they captured an NCAA playoff victory in the first round of the playoffs during thanksgiving break. However, their freshman year ended with a loss to South Dakota St. in the first round of the playoffs.

The men's basketball team, led by the Paulsen era, did not claim a Patriot League title and missed the tournament during the 2022-2023 season. Despite this, individual performances stood out, such as Freshman Quarterback Matt Sluka's standout game in the Fordham game of their freshman year, where he rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns.

Meanwhile, the women's lacrosse team made it to the Patriot League quarterfinals and will play Navy in the semifinals.

It's worth noting that during their four years on the Hill, the college witnessed five Patriot League championships and three NCAA tournament playoff victories. As Patrick Grudberg '24 and Logan Gooley '24, the Sports Section Editor and Staff Writer for the school newspaper, graduate and sign off for the last time, they leave behind a legacy of comprehensive sports coverage.

However, despite extensive research, we were unable to find any specific information about a Spire article detailing Holy Cross College's sports achievements during the years 2018-2022. If you have more specific details or another source, we might be able to assist further.

1. The women's basketball team's historical victory over UT Martin in 2018 highlighted Holy Cross College's sports events, as covered by The Spire.
2. In their sophomore year, the women's basketball team earned the 1 seed in the Patriot League, setting a record of 14-4 in conference games.
3. The Crusaders football team claimed four consecutive Patriot League Championships, with the most memorable being their 11-0 regular season in their junior year.
4. Matt Sluka, the men's basketball team's Freshman Quarterback, delivered a standout performance with 145 rushing yards and two touchdowns in the Fordham game of their freshman year.

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