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THE RUNDOWN University of Miami coaches and studentathletes will be on full display as the department will play host to its annual #CanesFest celebration on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 4-6 p.m.
15 // Miami To Hold #CanesFest on Aug. The recipients of the 2014-15 University of Miami student-athletes of the year awards were announced Tuesday night at the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Barbeque.
16 // Student-Athletes of the Year The University of Miami will host seven home games as part of the 12-game 2015-16 nonconference men’s basketball schedule, Coach Jim Larrañaga announced.
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VIEW FROM THE U 23 Cross Country/Track & Field 27 Soccer 31 Women’s Tennis 35 Volleyball 37 Rowing 39 Golf 41 Men’s Basketball 45 Women’s basketball 47 Men’s Tennis 51 Football
From the Director of Athletics Hurricane Fans, Welcome back for another season of Miami Hurricane Athletics! The start of each new academic year always brings a new sense of excitement and enthusiasm and this fall is no different. Our student-athletes that compete in the fall have been back on campus for almost a month now and I know they are excited to begin their respective 2015-16 athletic seasons. Over the past month, I have had the opportunity to watch several of our teams practice around our facilities and it does not take long to see their passion, energy and commitment on the field of play. Their commitment to excellence is truly inspiring and I simply can’t wait to watch all of our teams compete in the classroom and on the field of competition this fall at The U. The 2015 Miami Football season also brings a great deal of excitement, as our student-athletes will take the field in the newly renovated Sun Life Stadium. Although the renovation process will not be completely finished until the start of the 2016 season, there are still plenty of changes to the facility this year, which will provide fans an experience like never before. Since the conclusion of the 2014 season, construction crews have moved seats 24 feet closer to the field and replaced every seat in the entire stadium. In addition, there are several new and unique club seats, which will provide a college football experience that is among the best in the country. Season tickets to the 2015 Miami Hurricanes football season start for as low as $140 – visit CanesTix.com or call (305) 2842263 for more information. For the latest information on the Miami Hurricanes, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @MiamiHurricanes, or visit our web site at HurricaneSports.com. I hope you enjoy this month’s magazine as we reflect on the latest Hurricane news and look ahead to another exciting month. Go Canes! Blake James
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#BYTHENUMBERS A statistical look at the Miami Hurricanes The Canes cross country team will run in four races in preparation for the ACC Championships in late October.
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Miami To Hold #CanesFest on Aug. 29
University of Miami coaches and student-athletes will be on full display as the department will play host to its annual #CanesFest celebration on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 4-6 p.m. The event is open to the public and will allow fans to gain access to the Hurricanes’ athletic facilities, including the Schwartz Center, Greentree Practice Field, Cobb Stadium, the Knight Gym and UM Sports Hall of Fame. #CanesFest also will feature an autograph session with UM coaches and student-athletes from various sports, including members of the 2015 Miami Hurricanes football team. The official #CanesFest poster is the only item that student-athletes may sign during the autograph session. Fans who are looking to obtain autographs from this year’s football team must pick up a voucher to gain access for football autographs. Fan autograph vouchers will be distributed from 3-3:45 p.m. in front of the Schwartz Center. Coach and student-athlete autographs will run from 4-5 p.m. This year’s #CanesFest will feature -Interactive games -Pictures with Sebastian and the Miami Maniac -The inflatable field goal kick challenge courtesy of the Orange Bowl -Giveaways for kids -A chance to run through the helmet the football team runs through on gameday -Photo opportunities with the new uniforms -New adidas gear will be on sale courtesy of the UM Bookstore -The UM Sports Hall of Fame will be open from 3-7 pm Food will be available for purchase from Pizza Zilla, Che Grill and Jefe’s Tacos from 3:30-6:30 p.m. outside the Schwartz Center.
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Student-Athletes of the Year Announced
The recipients of the 2014-15 University of Miami student-athletes of the year awards were announced Tuesday night at the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Barbeque. National champion diver Sam Dorman earned the University of Miami Male Student-Athlete of the Year Award. All-American volleyball player Savanah Leaf and All-American tennis player Stephanie Wagner shared the University of Miami Donna E. Shalala Female Student-Athlete of the Year Award. “Congratulations to Sam, Savanah and Stephanie on being recognized with this very deserving honor,” Miami Director of Athletics Blake James said. “They define what it means to achieve excellence athletically and academically, and are wonderful representatives of our University.” A redshirt senior in 2014-15, Dorman won the first NCAA Championship by a Miami diver since 2011 when he shattered the NCAA 3-meter springboard record in March at the 2015 NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships in Iowa City, Iowa. Dorman who also earned All-American recognition in the 1-meter by placing second in that event, became the 13th Miami diver to win a national championship under head coach Randy Ableman. Dorman, from Tempe, Ariz., scored 529.10 points—greater than 30 points better than the previous record –en route to 2015 ACC Men’s Diver of the Year honors. Leaf, a senior last season, was named an AVCA Second Team All-American and a Capitol One Academic All-American, as well as the ACC Player of the Year and a First Team All-ACC selection. Leaf also set the program record for kills in a match a when she recorded 31 in a five-set victory over UCF in the first round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament. After earning her bachelor’s degree from Miami, Leaf began her professional volleyball career in Turkey and Puerto Rico. The San Anselmo, Calif. native is one of two nominees from the ACC for the 2015 NCAA Woman of the Year Award. Wagner, who returns to Miami as a senior this year, became the seventh player in program history to reach the semifinals of the NCAA Singles Championship. An ITA All-American and First Team All-ACC selection, Wagner also garnered ITA National Player to Watch and ACC Women’s Tennis Scholar-Athlete of the Year accolades. A native Amberg, Germany, Wagner was ranked in the ITA top 11 the entire spring and finished at No. 9 in the country. She also concluded the season at No. 21 nationally in doubles with teammate Lina Lileikite, after the pair participated in the NCAA Doubles Championship. For the latest information on the Miami Hurricanes, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, or visit our web site at HurricaneSports. com. For the most accurate and up to date information delivered to your phone, download the official Miami Hurricanes app for your Droid or iPhone.
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Eastern Named UM Athletics’ Official Airline
Miami-based Eastern Air Lines has signed a three-year agreement to become the “Official Airline” for University of Miami Athletics, Hurricane Sports Properties announced Tuesday. “Eastern Air Lines is absolutely delighted to once again be affiliated with the University of Miami, as the ‘Official Airline’ of Miami Athletics,” said Ed Wegel, Eastern President and CEO. “This initial three-year partnership with the ‘U’ will re-affirm Eastern’s commitment to our hometown of Miami and to a very successful Miami athletics department. “We look forward to welcoming Miami Hurricanes teams, sponsors, and fans on our aircraft.” Eastern Air Lines succesfully re-launched in 2014 and today operates three aircraft in charter for professional sports teams, as well as operating a scheduled charter operation to Cuba with over 80 flights per month. Eastern also operates charters throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Eastern will have a fleet of ten 737 Next Generation aircraft in operation by year end 2016 and has an order with Boeing for twenty new 737s. Duffy House, general manager of Hurricane Sports Properties, called the partnership “exciting.” “It’s exciting for us to play a role in reestablishing a relationship that goes back many years. We look forward to a mutually beneficial partnership with Eastern Air Lines for years to come,” House said. Eastern Air Lines Group, Inc., was formed to re-launch Eastern Air Lines as a passenger airline using Boeing 737-800 aircraft from its main base of operations at Miami International Airport. Eastern Air Lines headquarters is located in Building 5A at MIA. For more information, visit www.easternairlines.aero.
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UM Hosts ESPN Big Monday in Coral Gables
The University of Miami men’s basketball team will host a pair of ESPN Big Monday games this season, facing Duke on Jan. 25 and Virginia on Feb. 22, the network announced Wednesday. Both games will tip at 7 p.m. in the BankUnited Center and will be televised on ESPN. Miami is one of six ACC schools to be featured two or more times, and the only school to play host to both of their ESPN Big Monday games. Eight ACC games will be shown, beginning on January 4 and concluding on February 29. The Monday night games showcase the ACC in the 7 p.m. ET window, followed by the Big 12 at 9 p.m. Big Monday takes a one week hiatus when ESPN showcases the College Football National Championship game on January 11. This marks the third consecutive year that ACC basketball games have been featured as part of ESPN’s Big Monday package. Every game on the Big Monday schedule this season will include at least one team ranked in the ESPN.com preseason Top 10 poll, including No. 2 North Carolina, No. 4 Virginia and No. 6 Duke. The complete 2015-16 ACC basketball schedule, with dates, starting times and television broadcast information, will be released later this month. The ACC Big Monday lineup reads as follows: Jan. 4 - No. 2 North Carolina at Florida State, 7 p.m., ESPN Jan. 18 - Syracuse at No. 6 Duke, 7 p.m., ESPN Jan. 25 - No. 6 Duke at Miami, 7 p.m., ESPN Feb. 1 - No. 2 North Carolina at Louisville, 7 p.m., ESPN Feb. 8 - Louisville at No. 6 Duke, 7 p.m., ESPN Feb. 15 - NC State at No. 4 Virginia, 7 p.m., ESPN Feb. 22 - No. 4 Virginia at Miami, 7 p.m., ESPN Feb. 29 - Syracuse at No. 2 North Carolina, 7 p.m., ESPN Overall, ESPN networks will offer more than 125 games from each conference during the 2015-16 season. Full conference schedules will be announced at a later date. All telecasts will also be available through WatchESPN, accessible online at WatchESPN.com, on smartphones and tablets via the WatchESPN app, and streamed on televisions through Amazon Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Xbox 360 or Xbox One to fans who receive their video subscription from an affiliated provider.
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President Frenk Visits #CanesCamp
The Miami Hurricanes had a special visitor at #CanesCamp on Wednesday as University of Miami President Dr. Julio Frenk spent part of the morning at the Greentree Practice Fields. Dr. Frenk, who is the sixth President of the University of Miami, began his UM Presidency on August 16 and he took time to meet with the Hurricanes prior to Wednesday morning’s practice. Frenk spoke to the Canes before being presented with a team-signed football and jersey and taking in some of the morning practice from the sideline. President Frenk’s visit meant a lot to head coach Al Golden and his team. “The guy has a million things going on,” Golden said. “Students are coming in for orientation. I’m sure he’s meeting staff everyday. I know how difficult transitions can be. For him to take the time to come over here means a lot to athletics and certainly our squad.” Beyond the excitement surrounding President Frenk’s visit to practice, Golden was pleased with the work the Hurricanes put in on Greentree on Wednesday. “They came out with a purpose today,” Golden said. “The defense was physical; I thought the secondary tackled really well. The offense had urgency, we were better with our coordinations, and our tempo was better. I know guys know it’s getting close. I mean you’ve got to make a move right now if you want to make a move. So they’ve got to just take that intention into the scrimmage.” Season tickets to the 2015 Miami Hurricanes football season start for as low as $140 – visit CanesTix.com or call (305) 2842263 for more information.
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@MiamiTrack Announces Four Additions for 2015 Three transfers and one freshman joined the Hurricane track and field family. Monday was the first day of the 2015-16 academic year at the University of Miami and the Hurricane track and field family added four new members on the opening day of classes. Ebony Morrison, Aiyanna Stiverne, Taylor Gunn and Kyra Maryland officially became Hurricanes on Monday, joining an incoming class that also includes women’s sprinters Carolyn Brown, Brittny Ellis, Erin Ford, women’s hurdlers Samantha Gonzalez and Anna Sjourkje Runia, women’s throwers Zakiya Rashid and Edie Svonavec and men’s sprinter Isaiah Taylor. Morrison is a junior hurdler who transferred to Miami from Auburn. A Miami native, Morrison qualified for the 2015 NCAA East Preliminary in the women’s 110m hurdles. Morrison was named to the 2014 SEC Outdoor All-Freshman Team in the women’s 100m hurdles and reached the NCAA Championships in the same event, placing 21st. In addition to her experience in the hurdles, Morrison has competed collegiately as a 200m runner and a long jumper. Stiverne comes to Miami after spending her first two years at UTEP. The sprinter will be a junior in 2015-16, her first season with the Canes. A Plantation, Fla., native, Stiverne has proven her talents at the collegiate level, qualifying for the NCAA West Preliminary in both of her years at UTEP. In 2015, Stiverne was a member of the women’x 4x100m relay that won gold at the C-USA Outdoor Championships. As a freshman, she helped the Miners finish first at the C-USA Championships in the women’s 4x400m relay. That same year, Stiverne was named NCAA Honorable Mention for 23
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her involvement in the 4x100m relay team that ran at the NCAA Outdoor Championships. She closed her inaugural collegiate campaign competing at the 2014 World Junior Championships as a member of Team USA. Gunn also comes to Miami from UTEP, transferring after earning her bachelor’s degree in communications. As a senior, Gunn qualified for the 2015 NCAA West Preliminary in the women’s discus and scored at the 2015 C-USA Outdoor Championships in the discus, shot put and hammer throw. The Southfield, Mich., native also scored at the 2015 C-USA Indoor Championships in the shot put. As a junior, Gunn helped the Miners place second at the 2014 C-USA Outdoor Championships. Maryland is a talented jumper that comes to Miami from Carroll Senior High School in Southlake, Texas. She is a three-time district champion in the high jump and competed in the TAAF Games of Texas. A freshman at Miami who enrolled during the summer, Maryland was team captain her senior year at Southlake Carroll and helped set multiple school records on Carroll’s relay teams. Maryland is the daughter of two-time NCAA national champion, three-time Super Bowl Champion, College Football Hall of Famer, UM Football Ring of Honor inductee, Consensus All-American, Outland Trophy Winner and UM Sports Hall of Famer Russell Maryland. Morrison, Stiverne, Gunn and Maryland are all eligible to compete for the Canes in the 2015-16 season.
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Two members of the University of Miami track and field program spent the first weekend of August competing internationally. Henri Delauze and Precious Ogunleye traded in Miami’s orange and green for the colors of their native country for a weekend, with Delauze competing for the Bahamas at the Pan American Junior Games and Ogunleye throwing at the Nigerian National Championships. Delauze competed in both the 400m and in the 4x400m relay for the Bahamas at Pan Am Juniors. The rising sophomore earned a spot in the 400m finals when he finished second in Heat 2 of the preliminaries with a time of 47.88 seconds. Delauze then posted a time of 47.90 seconds to place eighth in the 400m final. The talented Bahamian was a key contributor in the 4x400m relay final, running the anchor leg in 46.81 seconds to help the Bahamas finish fourth with a time of 3:10.02. Ogunleye had a successful weekend at the Nigerian National Championships, competing in the hammer throw, discus and shot put. The rising senior took home two silver medals, placing second in the hammer throw with a mark of 57.86m and seconds in the discus with a throw of 48.63m. Ogunleye also posted a mark of 14.35m in the shot put, placing fourth. Both Delauze and Ogunleye were impact performers in 2015 for the Hurricanes. As a freshman, Delauze set a UM record in the men’s indoor 600m, moved in third place in school history in the indoor 400m and helped run the fourth-fastest indoor 4x400m relay in school history. The gifted Bahamian also ranks fourth in Miami history in the outdoor 400m and was on the fifth-best outdoor 4x400m relay in school history. Delauze scored points for Miami at both the ACC Indoor and Outdoor Championships, placing eighth in the indoor 400m final and running on both the indoor and outdoor 4x400m relays that reached the finals at the conference meets. Delauze also qualified for the NCAA East Preliminary, wrapping his inaugural collegiate season at the regional level. Ogunleye’s 2015 campaign was a stellar one, winning the ACC Outdoor Championship in the hammer throw. A first team All-ACC selection, she currently ranks third in Miami history in both the discus and hammer throw. Ogunleye reached the NCAA Outdoor Championships, where she earned USTFCCCA AllAmerica honorable mention. The rising senior scored for the Hurricanes in the hammer throw, discus and shot put at the 2015 ACC Outdoor Championships and was an NCAA East Preliminary qualifier in both the discus and hammer throw.
Herrera Captures National Title in 1-Meter
Rising sophomore diver Briadam Herrera won the first national title of his budding career Tuesday night, taking first place in the 1-meter event at the 2015 AT&T USA Diving National Championships at the YMCA of Central Florida. Herrera dominated the event with 435 points, 60.85 points ahead of silver medalist Aaron Fleshner. Cory Bowersox was third with 356.05 points. Herrera was consistent throughout the final, scoring no lower than 67.20 points on any of his six dives. He trailed Fleshner by 1.6 points after the first round and took the lead in round two with 76.50 points on his back 2 ½ tuck. He led for the duration of the contest, with his best marks coming in round five when he scored 81.60 points on an inward 2 ½ pike. “I thought I did really well. My dives felt good, and I thought I was powerful. Everything went right,” said Herrera, a Cuban native who became a U.S. citizen last year. The performance continued a strong summer for Herrera after a dominant first year of diving with the Hurricanes. Representing USA for the first time in his international career, Herrera earned a bronze medal at the 2015 World University Games in Gwangju, South Korea in early July. “Briadam has a huge upside. He got a lot better in his freshman year, and he’s hungry,” Ableman said after his rising star’s performance in South Korea. “I’m hungry for him to continue and make another step in his sophomore year. “Right now, he’s very proficient on the 1-meter, but we have a lot of work to do in the other events, particularly the 3-meter. We’ve been talking about getting him up on the platform this coming season, so it’s going to be a big year for us.” The sophomore was an All-America in the 1-meter during his first trip to the NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships this past March, posting a score of 397.85 in the finals to gain the distinction. He also won two gold medals at the 2015 ACC Swimming & Diving Championships, taking top honors in both 1-meter (453.85) and 3-meter (400.20).
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Cohen Coaches Freedoms into Playoffs
Former University of Miami men’s tennis All-American Josh Cohen led his Philadelphia Freedoms team to the Mylan World TeamTennis Eastern Conference Championship match this season, in his fourth year as the head coach. The Freedoms fell, 25-9, in the Eastern Conference Championship to the Washington Kastles, the eventual Mylan WTT Champions. Billie Jean King (pictured right with Cohen) is the co-founder of World TeamTennis. Cohen, a Philadelphia-area native, began as an assistant coach in 2010 and 2011, then was promoted to head coach for the Freedoms in 2012. Prior to the playing and coaching career with the Freedoms, he was an assistant coach with the University of Pennsylvania, and in 2008, he played for the Delaware Smash of the Mylan WTT. Cohen was a decorated college and junior player prior to joining the Freedoms. He finished his career at the University of Miami as the program’s all-time leader in wins. By the end of his senior season, Cohen was ranked No. 18 in the nation for singles play and No. 3 in doubles. He was a first-team All-ACC and Big East selection and also earned first-team All-America status. While playing in USTA Juniors Cohen ranked No. 1 nationally, won the U.S. Men’s Open National Championship and played on the World Championship Sunshine Cup Team.
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Golden Cane Society: Leadership Annual Giving
The Hurricane Club at the University of Miami receives generous financial support from over 8,000 members across 11 giving levels. While every donation has a direct impact on the lives of our student-athletes, the most substantial support comes from members within the Golden Cane Society. “The Golden Cane Society is made up of four distinct giving levels: Golden Cane ($15,000), Golden Cane Plus ($25,000), Platinum ($30,000), and Champions ($55,000). Combined, these levels create the solid foundation of support for the Hurricane Club on an annual basis,” said Associate AD for Development Jesse Marks. Since its inception over 30 years ago, the Golden Cane Society has grown to more than 200 donors accounting for more than $3 million in donations annually. Ben Reid, longtime Golden Cane, shared, “Most people wouldn’t know, but my wife Jennie Lou and I did not attend the University of Miami. However, our passion for the Canes runs deep and has even led to two of our children earning graduate degrees from the University. We joined the Golden Cane Society a little over 10 years ago, and in that time, we’ve attended countless sporting events and built a strong network of dear friends. We became Golden Canes for one simple reason – to help provide an opportunity for young men and women to earn their degrees at UM. A student-athlete’s degree is most important and we are gratified to help make a difference.” In addition to their philanthropic impact, Golden Cane Society members have access to the most exclusive benefits and experiences provided by Miami Athletics. These benefits range from invitations to private practices and exclusive events to first access to tickets and parking. However, the most sought after benefits are: Preferred Golden Cane Seating, Golden Cane Lounge, Champions Suite and Golden Cane Trips. PREFERRED GOLDEN CANE SEATING (NEW in 2015) Preferred Golden Cane Seating offers two styles of seats for donors at the Golden Cane ($15K), Golden Cane Plus ($25K), and Platinum ($30K) giving levels: (1) Premium Club and (2) Premium Club Living Room Boxes. These private sections are located on the 50-yard line in the lower bowl, and offer wider, more cushioned seats with additional legroom that rivals any stadium in the country. GOLDEN CANE LOUNGE (NEW in 2015) The private lounge, which is located on the ground floor of Gate G, is open to all Golden Cane Society members sitting in the Preferred Golden Cane Seating areas. The lounge provides all-inclusive food and beverage starting 90 minutes prior to kick-off through the beginning of the 3rd quarter as well as enhanced food options such as a chef’s action station, carving station, stone oven pizzas / flatbreads, and dessert station. CHAMPIONS SUITE (NEW in 2015) Members at the Champions ($55K) giving level have access to the Champions Suite, which sits directly atop the lower bowl on the 50-yard line. The suite offers all-inclusive food and beverage, personalized VIP parking, and the chance to share a suite with Director of Athletics Blake James and special VIP guests. GOLDEN CANE TRIP Each football season, the Hurricane Club offers a first-class away game trip to all Golden Cane Society members. In 2015, the Golden Canes will travel to Chapel Hill, N.C., to cheer on the Canes as they face the North Carolina Tar Heels. The trip includes a private charter, exceptional accommodations, intimate dinner with Director of Athletics Blake James, caravan escort to stadium, and official University of Miami pre-game tailgate party before kickoff. “The Golden Cane Society exists as an opportunity for a small group of donors to have a tremendous philanthropic impact at an institution they are passionate about. The enjoyment of supporting our student-athletes, in addition to the many tangible benefits, has created a culture of giving within the Golden Canes that provides impactful support to our athletics program. Members of the Golden Cane Society will be overwhelmingly pleased with the new seating options, parking availability and first class hospitality,” Marks said. “This exclusive group of donors has and will continue to play an essential role in helping the University of Miami to continue #BuildingChampions in the classroom, in competition and in life.” To join the Golden Canes or learn more about the Golden Cane Society, contact Associate AD for Development Jesse Marks at 305-284-2981 or by email at j.marks@miami.edu.
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@CanesFutbol Releases 2015 Broadcast Schedule CORAL GABLES, Fla. – The University of Miami soccer team will have 10 of its matches during the 2015 season broadcast live, head coach Mary-Frances Monroe has announced. All 10 of those matches will be shown on ESPN3, with one also televised on RSN. Seven of Miami’s eight home matches this season will be available on ESPN3. “We couldn’t be happier to bring national exposure for the team,” Monroe said. “We are moving now in the right direction as a program and are excited to showcase the quality of soccer this group will produce.” The Hurricanes’ ESPN3 slate will begin with the team’s home opener Aug. 27 at 7:00 p.m. against eighth-ranked Florida. Then, on Aug. 30 at 1:00 p.m., Miami will host No. 17 UCF on ESPN3. Eight of the Hurricanes’ 10 ACC contests in 2015 will be shown on ESPN3, starting with the opening conference match on the road at Wake Forest Sept. 18 at 7:00 p.m. Miami will then trip to Louisville for another ESPN3 match Sept. 24 at 7:00 p.m. Following the match against the Cardinals, the Hurricanes will return to Cobb Stadium for four consecutive matchups on ESPN3: Sept. 27 against No. 22 Clemson at 1:00 p.m., Oct. 2 against ninth-ranked Notre Dame at a time to be announced, Oct. 8 against Duke at 7:00 p.m., and Oct. 11 against NC State at 1:00 p.m. Miami’s next match on ESPN3, a road tilt at Syracuse will be broadcast on RSN as well. The Orange will host the Hurricanes Oct. 22 at 8:00 p.m. Miami’s regular season finale, a home match against seventh-ranked North Carolina, will be on ESPN3 Oct. 31 at 7:00 p.m.
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BOLD CAPS denotes home match, played at Cobb Stadium in Coral Gables, Fla. # denotes College of Charleston Cup (Mt. Pleasant, S.C.) * denotes ACC match ^ denotes match is on ESPN3 All Times Eastern and subject to change Website: HurricaneSports.com Facebook: /CanesFutbol
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Jr. Cologne, Germany / VCU / Landrat-Lucas Gracie Lachowecki Shannon McCarthy RJr. Erin McGovern RSr. Natalie Moik Sr. Jasmine Paterson Sr. Grace Rapp So. KEY LOSSES Pos Ashley Flinn F Emily Lillard GK Stockholm, Sweden / Solna Gymnasium Maddie Simms D Lenexa, Kan. / Shawnee Mission West PROGRAM HISTORY Holtsville, N.Y. / Sachem East First Year of Soccer Branbury, England / The Warriner School NCAA Championship Appearances Miami, Fla. / Ransom Everglades Last NCAA Championship Opponent
Broken Arrow, Okla. / Bixby Wantagh, N.Y. / St. Anthony’s Oradell, N.J. / Immaculate Heart Acad. Elizabethtown, Pa. / Lower Dauphin Key Largo, Fla. / Coral Shores Omaha, Neb. / Marian Evansville, Ind. / Reitz Memorial
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1998 Five (‘01, ‘07, ‘08, ‘11, ‘12) UCF (2012) Result: L (PKs), 1-1 (First Round)
Get To Know U: Samantha Gonzalez
Get to Know U is a series that introduces the newest members of the Miami Hurricane Track & Field family.The latest edition of Get To Know U introduces @MiamiTrack freshman hurdler Samantha Gonzalez. Name: Samantha Gonzalez Hometown: Carrollton, Texas High School: Creekview HIgh School Major: Broadcast Journalism Five Questions Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far? A: I’ve been having a lot of fun. People here are so nice and they’ve made me feel right at home. Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane? A: I’ve been meeting a lot of other studentathletes, and I think my favorite part so far is getting to know other UM athletes that share the same passion for sports that I do. Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust? A: Yes, Jaalen (Jones), Breon (Mullings), Carlos (Mangum), and Dakota (Dailey-Harris) have all taken me, and the other freshman girls under their wings. They have helped out showing us around campus and MIami as a whole. They have made the summer session really fun for me. Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived? A: Pretty much just being on my own and having to take care of myself. 28
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Q: What are you most excited for about being in college? A: I think the most exciting part about being in college is meeting new people and learning and experiencing new things. Fill in the Blank I committed to Miami over other schools because: I knew that I wanted to be a part of this track team and one of Coach Deem’s athletes. When I think of Miami track and field, I think of: A passionate group of dedicated athletes. My favorite part of being a Hurricane studentathlete is: Being able to represent this school and do what I love at the same time. If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: Family Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: It’s so beautiful. Back home it’s just neighborhoods and there aren’t palm trees and fountains everywhere. The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: Time management. In high school I had lots to do, but here I just find myself having to do more and just having a busier schedule. When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: excited. I was just ready to get here. I signed in November (2014) and I was already imagining how great it was going to be. I love track and field because: It gives me the chance to do what I love, and using the gifts God gave me for his glory.
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My favorite moment in my track and field career was: Breaking the Texas State record in the300m hurdles. After an undefeated season as a junior, I had set my goals high for my last season of high school track and it was just great getting to achive what I set out to achieve. Favorite Athlete: Georganne Moline Favorite Professional Sports Team: Seattle Seahawks Favorite Meal: Grilled Chicken and pasta Favorite Candy: Chocolate Favorite Movie: Bridesmaids Favorite TV Show: The Office Favorite Music Artist: Beyoncé My first pets were: A couple fish in a tiny little aquarium. My favorite place on campus is: The smaller fountains by the Merrick Building. That area is just really pretty and peaceful. My favorite University of Miami alumni is: Lauryn Williams The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Donetsk, Ukraine If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Zendaya If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Dubai In my spare time, I like to: Watch Netflix, or hangout with my friends. My favorite sport to watch on TV is: Track and Field. My nicknames are: Sami, Sam, Sam-Bam
McGuire and Williams Sign Pro Deals
A pair of seniors from the 2014-15 University of Miami women’s basketball team have signed professional contracts. Both Suriya McGuire and Jassany Williams will be continuing their playing careers overseas. McGuire, a 5-foot-11 guard, inked with Hamar Basketball Club in Iceland, while Williams, a 6-foot-2 forward, agreed to a deal with Alte Kanti Aarau in Switzerland. “We are just thrilled for Suriya and Jassany,” Miami head coach Katie Meier said. “They are super individuals who represented the University so well throughout their careers. I could not be happier to see them both fulfill their lifelong dreams.” A Minneapolis native, McGuire was a member of the Hurricanes from 2011-15 and tied for the third-most games played in program history, with 127 appearances. Additionally, McGuire’s 76 blocks place her No. 11 all-time at Miami. McGuire averaged 9.2 points per game as a junior in 2013-14 and posted double figures in a game 35 times during her career. She recorded 50-plus assists and 115-plus rebounds each of her final three seasons in Coral Gables. McGuire helped Miami reach the postseason all four of her seasons in orange and green, including three trips to the NCAA Tournament. “It’s amazing to see my dream finally become my reality,” McGuire said. “This is just the beginning of what is yet to come.” Hailing from nearby Davie, Fla., Williams played for Miami from 2013-15 after spending the first two years of her career at Auburn. A 2014-15 All-ACC Academic Team selection, Williams set the program single game record with nine blocked shots in Miami’s win over fourth-ranked Notre Dame last season. Despite playing just two seasons for the Hurricanes, Williams finished her career third in blocks at Miami with 133. Her 76 blocks in 2014-15 rank second on the single season list, while her 57 in 2013-14 tie for fifth in Hurricane history. Williams led Miami in blocks and rebounds her final season, while leading the ACC in blocks in conference play and finishing sixth overall. “I feel very honored and blessed to be able to pursue my dream of becoming a professional basketball player,” Williams said. “Switzerland is a very beautiful place with wonderful people and I am so happy to be a part of this organization.” McGuire and Williams are the 13th and 14th Hurricanes to sign pro deals during Meier’s years heading the program, with greater than a half dozen of those coming in the last four years alone. For more information on University of Miami women’s basketball, follow @CanesWBB.
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VIEW FROM THE U WOMEN’S TENNIS BY ALEX SCHWARTZ
@HurricaneTennis
FALL 2015 SCHEDULE DATE
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@HurricaneTennis Announces Fall Schedule, Signees Miami women’s tennis head coach Paige Yaroshuk-Tews announced this month the team’s fall 2015 schedule. Miami players will be participating in seven different tournaments from mid-September through early November. The Hurricanes will open their season by hosting the Miami Fall Invite at the Neil Schiff Tennis Center from Sept. 18-20. Fellow ACC schools Georgia Tech and Pittsburgh, as well as Auburn, Ohio State and reigning national champion Vanderbilt, will all be on hand in Coral Gables. During those same three days in September, 2015 All-Americans Sinead Lohan and Stephanie Wagner will be in Malibu, Calif. for the inaugural Oracle/ITA Masters at the Malibu Racquet Club. They will be among the 16 women’s singles players in the field. On the final weekend of September, the Hurricanes will travel to Puerto Rico to participate in the Puerto Rico Fall Classic along with Georgia, Illinois and Mercer. The tournament, held Sept. 25-27, will be a homecoming for Miami sophomore Yolimar Ogando, a native of Carolina, Puerto Rico. Up next for the Hurricanes will then be the Riviera/ITA Women’s All-American Championships at the Riviera Tennis Club in Pacific Palisades, Calif. The event runs from Oct. 3-11, with Miami players’ specific dates of participation dependent on who is selected for. Miami will head northwest in the state up to Ft. Myers, Fla. from Oct. 16-18 to participate in the Bedford Cup, held at FGCU. Then, from Oct. 22-26, the Hurricanes will be at ITA Southeast Regionals, hosted by the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga. The fall season will then conclude in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. at the USTA Bille Jean King National Tennis Center. There, selected Hurricanes will take part in the USTA/ITA National Indoor Intercollegiate Indoor Championships from Nov. 12-15. When the Hurricanes open up the fall season in just a few short weeks, they will have two new members, as Ana Madcur of San Juan, Argentina and Clara Tanielian of Ensuès-la-Redonne, France both signed with and joined the Hurricanes. Madcur will come to Miami as a freshman, while Tanielian is a transfer who will be eligible for the 2015-16 season. Madcur was ranked among the top 25 singles players in Argentina by the WTA when her signing was initially announced and she has reached as high as No. 709 in the world. Madcur is ranked No. 20 in doubles in her home country and has risen as high as No. 636 internationally. “Ana will offer incredible depth to our team,” Yaroshuk-Tews said. “Her values match those of this system and we are excited to have her on board.” A graduate of Colegio Modelo de San Juan, Madcur earned her first WTA point at age 15 and she has picked up five singles victories over players who have been ranked in the top 500 in the world. Madcur has reached five $10,000 doubles tournament semifinals, advancing to the championship in four of them. She won the title at both Villa Maria in
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Argentina in June 2014 and Santiago in Chile in November 2013. Madcur also has made five other $10,000 singles tournament quarterfinals. The right-handed Madcur peaked at No. 114 in the ITF rankings when she was 16, before ending play at the junior level. In the under-16 age group, Madcur was ranked as high as second in Argentina and fifth in the South America Tennis Confederation (COSAT). Prior to that, at the under-14 level, Madcur peaked at No. 4 in Argentina and No. 8 in COSAT. Tanielian comes to Miami after previously taking college classes through Centro Nacional de Enseñanza a Distancia (CNED). She also graduated from CNED for high school. “Clara is going to offer a diverse playing style and a level of maturity of an upperclassman,” Yaroshuk-Tews said. “Her transition will be fast and her impact direct.” Currently, Tanielian is ranked among the WTA’s top 60 singles players in France and has achieved an international ranking as high as No. 1,176. She is in the top 35 her home nation in doubles and her highest world ranking is No. 845. Both of her peak international rankings have come in the last 14 weeks. Tanielian has advanced to the semifinals of three $10,000 doubles tournaments, earning a championship victory at El Kantaoui 8 in Tunisia in March 2015. In four of the 10 $10,000 doubles tournaments she has participated in, Tanielian has at least made the quarterfinals. The right-handed Tanielian has had a great deal of success in doubles tournaments in France, winning five major tournaments in a variety of age groups over multiple years. That includes a title at the French doubles cup at the under-18 level in 2014. In 2013, Tanielian became one of the top-100 ranked singles players in France and made it to the semifinals of the singles regional championships. The following year, in addition to winning the doubles title, she advanced to the final match of the singles junior regional championships. Madcur and Tanielian join a Hurricane team that returns six of its eight players who participated in dual matches during the 2015 season. “I’m really excited to see these players gel with an already great group,” Yaroshuk-Tews said. To keep up with the University of Miami women’s tennis team throughout the 2015 season, follow @HurricaneTennis.
@CanesFutbol Captain’s Corner: Aug. 26, 2015
The captains of the University of Miami soccer team for the 2015 season are writing a blog for HurricaneSports.com this year called Captain’s Corner. Named a captain just a few weeks ago, senior midfielder/defender Natalie Moik provided her first entry Wednesday. Moik, a native of Cologne, Germany, provides a look into the Hurricanes’ opening weekend of the 2015 regular season . . . Hey Canes fans, thanks for reading again this week. Our season just started, but it is already safe to say that the weather has not been our best friend. As you already heard from Erin last week, both of our exhibition games got cut short due to weather. We were forced to start our regular season without having played a full 90-minute game, but we couldn’t have been more ready to step on the field together. After a good pregame practice on Thursday morning, our bus departed for Miami International Airport. This was the first official away trip for our freshmen, which is always exiting. During the flight, a few of the passengers—*cough cough* Coach and Kate—were frightened due to the turbulence we experienced. We arrived in Charleston, went to a team dinner, and then spent the rest of the night at the hotel preparing for our game the next day. Our first game was scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday. We began our day with a short and fun practice that got everyone focused and prepared for that night. Afterwards, we met in the meeting room of our hotel to go over some video and scouting report before we had some free time to relax. We departed the hotel for our pregame meal around 4:00 p.m. As we were finishing our food, Coach told us that our game was delayed due to weather once again. We had been in this situation before, so everyone knew what it meant and how to react. Although we went back to the hotel, we stayed calm and positive, waiting for our coaches to update us for a new game time. Most of the team was gathered on the front porch of the hotel, when we received a text message from Coach: “Game is cancelled.” It was almost unbelievable that we were not able to play our third game in a row, but we had to deal with the situation and get ready for our next game, which was scheduled to be on Sunday. It seemed like there was a giant rain cloud following our every move. Instead of a normal pregame practice on Saturday morning, our coaches took us downtown and we went on a team jog through the beautiful city of Charleston, right by the water. We had a lot of families in Charleston to support us, so a lot of the girls got the chance to spend some time with their families in the afternoon before we explored the city as a team before dinner. On Saturday evening we had planned to do a haunted house tour together as a team, but once again the weather stopped us from doing this team activity. The weather was a hero that day, as I do not like scary things :/ Another game day had come and finally the thunderstorms decided to take a break and let us play a whole game against Texas. Our energy had been accumulated from all the cancelled games and it reflected in the way we played. It was an intense game against a good team from Texas. Unfortunately, we fell short and lost 1-0, but we are able take a lot of positive things from our first full game of the season. It was great to see the team combine well and compete hard from the first to the last minute of the game. We are now looking forward to our home opener against the University of Florida on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. We are excited and hope for lots of supporters at Cobb Stadium. Thank you for reading! 32
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@CanesVB Announces 2015 Broadcast Schedule
The University of Miami volleyball team announced that 20 matches will be broadcasted live during the 2015 season. The Hurricanes will have 20 matches broadcasted across multiple platforms, including 12 home matches on ESPN3. “It is exciting to have so many of our matches available for our fans to watch all over the world,” Miami head coach Jose “Keno” Gandara said. “With a roster that has players from five different states and four different countries, it is great for our program and our fans to be able to watch Hurricane volleyball no matter where they live.” Miami’s season opener against Illinois State will be the first match broadcast on ESPN3, beginning at 7 p.m. on Aug. 28. A day later, the Canes will close out the Hurricane Invitational at 7:30 p.m. against Kansas State. In September, the Hurricanes will have three road matches broadcasted: Sept. 13 at LSU (2 p.m., SEC Network+), Sept. 23 at Florida State (7 p.m., ESPNU) and Sept. 27 at Louisville (12:30 p.m., ESPN3). Seven of Miami’s nine scheduled matches in the month of October will be broadcasted on ESPN3, beginning with matches against Georgia Tech and Clemson on Oct. 2 and 4, respectively. Miami’s matches at Wake Forest (Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m.), at Duke (Oct. 11, 1 p.m.) and at Virginia Tech (Oct. 30, 7 p.m.), as well as home matches against Boston College (Oct. 23, 7 p.m.) and Syracuse (Oct. 25, 1 p.m.), round out the broadcast schedule in October. November, the final month of the regular season, will feature eight Hurricane matches broadcasted on ESPN3. All six of Miami’s home matches in November will be broadcasted, beginning with a 7 p.m. match on Nov. 4 against rival Florida State. The Canes will also host Virginia (Nov. 6, 7 p.m.), Louisville (Nov. 13, 7 p.m.), Notre Dame (Nov. 15, 1 p.m.), Duke (Nov. 20, 7 p.m.) and Wake Forest (Nov. 22, 1 p.m.) as part of the six-match homestand, with all matches being televised on ESPN3. Miami’s final road trop of the 2015 season will also be broadcasted on ESPN3, with the Nov. 25 match at Clemson beginning at 7 p.m. and the regular season finale at Georgia Tech set to begin at 1 p.m. “The credit goes to our athletic director Blake James and our senior associate AD for communications & sales Jason Layton and his staff,” Gandara said. “They have worked extremely hard and made a commitment to creating high-quality productions to meet ESPN3 standards, not only for volleyball but for all UM sports.” The Hurricanes (22-9, 14-4 ACC) reached the second round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament, falling to No. 8 Florida in a hard-fought four-set battle. Miami reached the second round for the third time in program history. The Canes, who are 3-8 all-time in the NCAA Tournament, earned their first NCAA Tournament victory since 2011 when they beat UCF in five sets on Dec. 5. The win was also the first NCAA Tournament victory in Gandara’s head coaching career. Miami brings back five of seven starters from the 2014 team. Preseason All-ACC pick Haley Templeton joins seniors Taylor Scott and Kalysta White, junior Kelsie Groot and sophomore Sakile Simmons as key returners heading into 2015. Senior Caitilin Donahoe and sophomores Sylvia Hernandez, Michele Marenus and Brooke McDermott also made contributions for the Hurricanes in 2014, while senior Alexis Mourning is back on the court after redshirting in the 2014 season. Preseason All-ACC selection Olga Strantzali is one of six newcomers joining the Hurricanes in 2015 along with freshmen Lucia Pampana, Anna Haak, Kolby Bird, Codi Lee and Samantha Purnell. Miami opens the 2015 season on August 28 against Illinois State. The match, which begins at 7 p.m., is the first of three the Hurricanes will play in the season-opening Hurricane Invitational at the James L. Knight Sports Complex on the University of Miami campus.
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ProCanes: Braun Becomes All-Time Leader
Ryan Braun Milwaukee Brewers, RF Braun became the Brewers’ all-time home run leader on Wednesday.
Miami Hurricanes, 2003-05
Bryan Radziewski Lancaster JetHawks (A-Advanced, HOU), SP Miami Hurricanes, 2011-14 Radziewski’s start this week marked his seventh shutout appearance this season of four or more innings. Javi Salas Brevard County Manatees (A-Advanced, MIL), SP Salas has seven strikeouts per nine innings in the month of August.
Miami Hurricanes, 2011-14
Ricky Eusebio Arizona League Mariners (Rookie, SEA), CF Miami Hurricanes, 2013-15 Eusebio recorded a hit and a run in each of his four games this week including a two-hit, two-run performance on Saturday. Andrew Suarez San Jose Giants (A-Advanced, SF), SP Miami Hurricanes, 2012-15 Suarez made his first start with Class A-Advanced San Jose on Thursday following his promotion from Short-Season Salem-Keizer. #ProCanes Trending Watch: Braun Becomes Brewers’ All-Time Home Run Leader (NBC Sports) Right fielder hits 252nd long ball to pass Robin Yount for the most in franchise history. Herrmann Breaks Up Perfect Game (TwinCities.com) Catcher ends Nathan Eovaldi’s bid with single in sixth inning of Wednesday’s game against Yankees. Watch: Suarez Cruises in Cal League Debut (MiLB.com) Left-handed pitcher allows one-hit over four innings in first start with Class A-Advanced San Jose. Watch: Alonso Homers in Win Over Braves (MLB.com) First basesman’s eighth inning long ball cushions lead for San Diego. 34
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VIEW FROM THE U VOLLEYBALL BY DAVID VILLAVICENCIO
@CanesVB
2015 @CANESVB SCHEDULE
Two Canes Picked Preseason All-ACC Sophomores Templeton and Strantzali among conference’s best players The University of Miami volleyball team had two members selected to the 2015 Preseason All-ACC Team. Sophomores Haley Templeton and Olga Strantzali were the two Hurricanes named to the 18-member Preseason All-ACC Team that was voted on by the ACC coaches. “It’s great to have two players recognized by the conference,” Gandara said. “Olga and Haley are two players we are expecting to have an impact this season. We have good balance of returners and newcomers heading into this season with four seniors and only one junior.” Templeton had a fantastic freshman campaign that has resulted in a slew of honors including ACC Freshman of the Year, and All-ACC Freshman Team selection and a All-ACC Second Team selection. She was named ACC Freshman of the Week five times during the 2014 season. The Alpharetta, Ga., native eclipsed the 1,000-assist mark during Miami’s 3-1 victory over Georgia Tech a week ago, recording the 10th 1,000-assist season since the program returned in 2001. “It has been great to see Haley mature and develop as last season went on,” Gandara said. “She came in with a good skill level, but now she has a much better command of the offense and how to run an team. She is a great teammate and is becoming a better leader. I look forward to watching her continue to develop.” The gifted setter finished the season ranked second in the ACC with 10.99 assists/set. She finished the year with 1,143 assists and led the Hurricanes with 28 service aces. She was also a threat to attack, notching 68 kills on the season. The freshman recorded at least 20 assists in 30 of Miami’s 31 matches this season, including a careerhigh 53 assists four times (9/13 vs. Ball State, 9/20 vs. Missouri, 10/5 vs. Florida State and 10/10 at Syracuse). Strantzali is a 6-foot-1 outside hitter from Pylaia, Thessaloniki, Greece, who will transfer to Miami after 35
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spending the 2014 season at UCLA. In her lone season with the Bruins, Strantlazi played in 29 matches and made 14 starts. Her 196 kills ranked fourth on the team, while her 2.42 kills/set were third-best. She also ranked second on the team with 18 aces and tallied 23 blocks over the course of 81 sets played. “Olga is a complete player with a powerful arm and a great competitor,” Gandara said. “Olga not only spent last season at UCLA in the PAC 12, but also has extensive international experience playing with the Greek National team program.” Prior to UCLA, Strantzali attended Hellenic College of Thessaloniki in Thermi, Thessaloniki, Greece, where she has helped the school to three National School Championships, a third-place finish in the 2014 World School Championship and a fourth-place showing in the 2012 World School Championship. She had 263 kills, 57 aces and 330 points as a senior. She is a member of the Greek National Volleyball Team. In addition to having two players selected Preseason All-ACC, the Hurricanes were predicted to be one of the top teams in the conference in 2015. The ACC head coaches predicted the Canes to finish fourth in the conference in 2015. The Hurricanes reached the second round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament, falling to No. 8 Florida in a hard-fought four-set battle. Miami reached the second round for the third time in program history. The Canes, who are 3-8 all-time in the NCAA Tournament, earned their first NCAA Tournament victory since 2011 when they beat UCF in five sets on Dec. 5. The win was also the first NCAA Tournament victory in Gandara’s head coaching career. “It’s exciting to bring back 10 players who have all contributed for us in the past,” Gandara said. “We also add six new players that will help us as we continue to work towards our goals this season.” Miami opens the 2015 season on August 28 against Illinois State, the first of three matches the Hurricanes will play in the season-opening Hurricane Invitational. August 27, 2015
August Fri. 28 ILLINOIS STATE^ Sat. 29 FLORIDA A&M^ Sat. 29 KANSAS STATE^ September Fri. 4 Missouri State# Sat. 5 Marquette# Sat. 5 Oral Roberts# Sat. 12 Purdue! Sun. 13 LSU! Thu. 17 SEATTLE U? Fri. 18 UCF? Wed. 23 at Florida State* Sun. 27 at Louisville* October Fri. 2 GEORGIA TECH* Sun. 4 CLEMSON* Fri. 9 at Wake Forest* Sun. 11 at Duke* Fri. 16 at NC State* Sun. 18 at North Carolina* Fri. 23 BOSTON COLLEGE* Sun. 25 SYRACUSE* Fri. 30 at Virginia Tech* November Sun. 1 at Pittsburgh* Wed. 4 FLORIDA STATE* Fri. 6 VIRGINIA* Fri. 13 LOUISVILLE* Sun. 15 NOTRE DAME* Fri. 20 DUKE* Sun. 22 WAKE FOREST* Wed. 25 at Clemson* Fri. 27 at Georgia Tech* December TBD NCAA Tournament
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All Times Eastern BOLD CAPS indicates home matches * - ACC Match ^ - Hurricane Invitational # - Missouri State Tournament ! - LSU Tournament ? - FIU/Miami Challenge
LEAF HONORED BY MIAMI Former Hurricane standout Savanah Leaf, along with Miami women’s tennis All-American Stephanie Wagner, was presented with the University of Miami Donna E. Shalala Female Student-Athlete of the Year Award. A senior in 2014, Leaf was named an AVCA Second Team All-American and a Capitol One Academic All-American, as well as the ACC Player of the Year and a First Team All-ACC selection. Leaf also set the program record for kills in a match a when she recorded 31 in a five-set victory over UCF in the first round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament. After earning her bachelor’s degree from Miami, Leaf began her professional volleyball career in Turkey and Puerto Rico. The San Anselmo, Calif. native is one of two nominees from the ACC for the 2015 NCAA Woman of the Year Award.
@CanesFutbol Visits The Debbie School
The University of Miami soccer team took some time away from its training for the 2015 season to head to The Debbie School Tuesday. A part of the Mailman Center for Child Development at the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, The Debbie School offers a variety of services for youth with special needs. The Hurricanes spent the afternoon visiting with children at the facility. The Debbie School was the recipient of the funds raised by “Canes on Stage,” the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee’s studentathlete talent show in April. For more information about the University of Miami soccer team, follow @CanesFutbol.
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VIEW FROM THE U ROWING BY DAVID VILLAVICENCIO
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PITTMAN JOINS STAFF Head rowing coach Dave Sanderson is pleased
@CanesRowing Spring Signees Head rowing coach Dave Sanderson is pleased to announce the seven newest members of the Hurricane rowing family. The Canes added six rowers and one coxswain in the spring signing period. These athletes join rowers Avery Borovetz, Sylvie Brounstein, and Katie Robinson, as well as coxswains Kate Edmondson, Ariannie Peña-Aleman and Lily Wittle, as members of the University of Miami 2015 incoming class. Bridget Boland is a junior transfer to Miami after spending the previous two years at the University of Tennessee. While with the Vols, Boland competed at the Head of the Hooch, as well as at the Conference USA Championships, gaining experience rowing in the V4+ and Novice 8+ boats. As a freshman, she earned SEC FirstYear Academic Honor Roll. As an experienced collegiate rower, Boland hopes to “make a positive impact from the start, and to grow athletically and academically.” Meg Coyle comes to Miami from Jacksonville, Fla., where she rowed for Stanton River Bank and Jacksonville Rowing Club. The Florida native has athletic genes, as both of her parents were collegiate student-athletes. Coyle first started rowing on the St. John’s River in Jacksonville and her favorite rowing memory is stroking her V4+ boat to a state championship as a sophomore in high school. Kia Friel heads to Florida after growing up in California, where she competed for Norcal Crew. Her favorite racing memory is competing at the Head of the Charles for the first time in 2014. Friel is motivated and driven by her family, who helped instill a competitive nature in her from a younger age that continues to push her today. She hopes to make a quick adjustment to collegiate rowing, looking to make gains in speed an technique in her first year as a Hurricane. Jackie Lippincott will continue her rowing career in The Sunshine State, traveling south from Tampa to cox for the Canes. Hard work is something Lippincott believes in, following the motto of former teammate Mauricio Rojas, “Nobody is just born fast, you have to really work 37
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for it.” It is that motto that will serve as a driving force in her first year at Miami, where she hopes to step out of her comfort zone and push herself athletically and academically. Virginia Sidelava comes to Miami from Greenwich, Conn., where she rowed for Greenwich Crew. She joins fellow Greenwich alumna Sylvie Brounstein in the class of 2019. A long-time athlete, Sidelava grew up playing tennis and competing in swimming before transitioning to rowing. Her favorite racing memories involve resilient comebacks late in the race. Sidelava and her family immigrated to the United States in 1995. The Russian born rower has a resilient attitude that has driven her to succeed and will continue to push her as she looks to make an impact on the water and in the classroom at Miami. Natalie Weikert heads to Coral Gables from Ohio, where she was a standout for Westerville Crew. She joins Westerville teammate and incoming freshman rower Avery Borovetz in the class of 2019. An experienced rower who has competed on a variety of courses throughout the United States, Weikert is looking forward to rowing on Miami’s home course on the Indian Creek. She climbed from the novice ranks to the top boat on her Westerville Crew team in her first season rowing and hopes to make a positive contribution with the Canes over her career at Miami. Lauren Wilson comes to Miami from Virginia, where she rowed for McLean High School. Her favorite course is the Chattahoochee River in Tennessee, a course the Canes have frequented during their recent fall seasons. Her favorite racing memory was winning first place by over four seconds at the Smokey Jacobs Regatta this past season. Wilson is looking to excel on the water and in the classroom, hoping to improve as a rower and be an outstanding student at Miami. Boland, Coyle, Friel, Lippincott, Sidelava, Weikert and Wilson will join the Hurricanes for the 2015-16 season.
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to announce the addition of Briana Pittman to the University of Miami rowing program’s coaching staff. Pittman joins the Hurricanes as an assistant coach, teaming with Sanderson and recruiting coordinator/ assistant coach Taurii Kastning to form Miami’s coaching staff for the 2015-16 season. “I am thrilled to welcome Brianna to the UM Rowing staff,” Sanderson said. “The candidate pool was quite large and experienced, but Briana quickly rose to the top of the group. She had great success as a collegiate athlete and leader at Wisconsin and she has quickly developed as a successful coach at the club and collegiate level. She has tremendous passion and knowledge for our sport and I am certain she will have a positive impact on our squad as we work to develop greater depth and more speed.” Pittman comes to the University of Miami from Bucknell University where she spent spent two years as an assistant coach. While at Bucknell, she coached the first ever women’s freshman eight to Dad Vail Gold. Pittman has also coached the women’s varsity four and lightweight four to Dad Vail silver along with a second place finish at the Patriot League Championships in the varsity four. During the summers of 2014 and 2015 Pittman was the head women’s U23 coach at Vesper Boat Club. While at Vesper, Pittman’s crews won back-toback USRowing Club National Titles for the women’s points trophy. In the summer of 2015 Pittmann coached the U23 lightweight double to the U23 World Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Prior to her coaching career, Pittman rowed at the University of Wisconsin for four years and was elected team captain her senior year. During her college career, she acquired four Big Ten Medals and was part of the first-ever Big Ten Championship team in Wisconsin history. She placed second in the Varsity 4+ at the NCAA Championships, marking the highest nationally placing boat in the history of Wisconsin rowing. In 2010, she was a member of the Varsity 8+ that placed 10th at NCAAs, resulting in a seventh-place overall team finish, which was the highest the team has ever finished at NCAAs. Pittman was an assistant coach in 2011 to the women’s freshmen team at Wisconsin and was the student boatman for the Wisconsin program. Immediately upon graduating from Wisconsin, Pittman went on to be the head coach for the varsity girls at Friends of Port Rowing. During her time at Port Rowing, Pittman coached the girl’s lightweight four to a silver medal at NYS Championships in the spring of 2013, the women’s varsity eight to a top 5 finish at NE Regional Championships in the Spring of 2013, and she sent Port Rowing’s first boat to SRAA National Championships in the Spring 2013 season. In the summer of 2013 she coached the women’s lightweight pair to a gold medal at USRowing Club Nationals in the intermediate lightweight pair event. A Pittsburgh, Pa., native, Pittman began rowing the summer before her freshman year at North Allegheny High School. She has two silver medals from the Stotesbury Cup Regatta, along with a bronze medal in the quadruple sculls at the USRowing Youth Invitationals. She placed in the top 15 internationally and top 10 nationally at the C.R.A.S.H.-B. World Indoor Rowing Championships. In 2006, Pittman was chosen to be a member of the United States Junior National Team, competing in the quadruple sculls in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Sign Up Now for Fall Cane Nation
This fall, the University of Miami men’s basketball team becomes heroes for kids during Cane Nation, a once-in-a-lifetime experience providing boys in grades K-6 the unique opportunity to interact with Hurricane basketball players in a true basketball setting. “When I was a youngster, I loved following college basketball,” said Coach Jim Larrañaga. “It was a real thrill for me to meet college players. They were my heroes. Cane Nation provides that for youth in the Miami area.” Cane Nation was started in Miami four years ago by Larrañaga, who wanted to give kids an opportunity to get excited about the Hurricanes, the players that are going to be their coaches and basketball in general. “We want to provide boys the unique opportunity to interact with our University of Miami basketball players in a true basketball setting,” added Larrañaga. “The kids will have so much fun they will be talking about it for years to come.” Cane Nation will be held from 1-3 p.m. at the University of Miami Field House on Sundays - September 13, 20, 27 and Oct. 4 for boys in grades K-6. Cost of the camp is $225. At Cane Nation participants are divided into age groups and evaluated by UM players on the first day of camp. From there, UM players - acting as coaches - draft their own teams and the young campers are sent their draft status and signing bonus in the mail. After teams are formed, each day of Cane Nation involves a session of personalized instruction to learn some of the fundamentals of the sport, followed by three competitive games. During player meetings, the staff also puts an emphasis on academic, social and athletic growth and development. Each Cane Nation participant will receive a Cane Nation T-shirt and shorts, as well as the opportunity to spend quality time with our University of Miami men’s basketball team. The UM players interact with the Cane Nation participants at camp, but also throughout the season, at games and in the community. “Cane Nation gives us an opportunity for the Miami players to coach these kids, who they look up to so much,” said Adam Fisher, director of operations for men’s basketball. “Coach L is great in giving back to the community.” Space is limited for the Cane Nation and registration will be done on a first-come, first-served basis, so sign up now at GoCoachL. com. For more information e-mail CaneNation@miami.edu or call 305-284-2680.
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VIEW FROM THE U GOLF BY TOM SYMONDS
@HurricanesGolf
2015-16 SCHEDULE
CANES ANNOUNCE 2015-16 SCHEDULE Eight regular season tournaments highlight the 201516 University of Miami women’s golf schedule. The Hurricanes kick off their fall season on Sept. 1415 at the Branch Law Firm/Dick McGuire Invitational in Albuquerque, N.M. Miami will then compete in back-to-back Tournaments in Texas. The Hurricanes’ first trip to the Lone Star State will begin on Oct. 4 as Miami travels to San Antonio, Texas for the Jim West Challenge. UM will wrap-up the fall in Austin, Texas at the Betsy Rawls Invitational Oct. 19-20. Miami begins the spring campaign with the UCF Challenge in Orlando, Fla. Feb. 7-9. Following the UCF Challenge, Miami heads to the Allstate Sugar Bowl Intercollegiate in New Orleans, LA Feb. 21-23. UM plays host to the Hurricane Invitational Feb. 29-March 2, Miami finished second the previous year. After the Hurricane Invitational, Miami heads to Tucson, Ariz. for the Wildcat Invitational March 1415. The Hurricanes finish the regular season at the Bryan National Collegiate in Greensboro, N.C. Apr. 1-3. The 2016 ACC Championship will be held in Greensboro, N.C. on April 15. DARQUEA QUALIFIES FOR U.S. WOMEN’S OPEN University of Miami sophomore golfer Daniela Darquea made a bit of history on May 19 evening at Bradenton Country Club as she qualified for the 2015 United States Women’s Open Golf Championship.
The Quito, Ecuador native shined as she carded six birdies. The Bradenton Sectional Qualifier featured over 70 competitors on the challenging par 71 course, which measured over 6,300 yards. The 70th U.S. Women’s Open Golf Championship will be held July 9-12 at Lancaster Country Club in Lancaster, Pa. Darquea will compete in the U.S. Open as an amateur. The U.S. Women’s Open will be aired live on Fox Sports 1 and Fox Sports. 2014-15 SEASON IN REVIEW -The No. 32-ranked University of Miami women’s golf team earned the No. 8 seed in the NCAA Regional site that will be held at Entrada at Snow Canyon Country Club in St. George, Utah. -Four Miami women’s golf student-athletes were selected to the 2015 All-ACC Academic Team. -Miami’s bid to the St. George Regional Site marks the third straight year the Hurricanes have received a bid to the NCAA Championships. -Miami’s top five finish at the SMU Invitational on April 11 marked the seventh time this season UM has placed in the top five. Miami’s other top five finishes came at the East/West Match Play (5th/Sept. 22), the Betsy Rawls Longhorn Invitational (5th/Oct. 14), the Florida Challenge (1st/Jan.26), the Hurricane Invitational (2nd/March 4), Briar’s Creek Invitational (2nd/March 24) and the Web.com Intercollegiate (1st/ March 31). -Three of Miami’s top five golfers have combined for 226 birdies this season. Sophomore Daniela Darquea posted a team-best 90 birdies.
Darquea posted a two-round total of 139, posting rounds 68 and 71 en route to sharing medalist honors. “I’m super excited. I’m speechless,” Darquea said. “I’m really looking forward to competing in the U.S. Open. It was a very long and difficult course and when the wind blew that made it really tough.”
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Date Event Result/Time 9/14-15 Dick McGruire Invitational All Day Alburquerque, N.M. 10/4-6 Jim West Challenge All Day San Antonio, Texas 10/19-20 Betsy Rawls Longhorn Invitational All Day Austin, Texas 2/7-9 UCF Challenge All Day Orlando, Fla. 2/21-23 Allstate Sugar Bowl Intercollegiate All Day New Orleans, La. 2/29-3/2 Hurricane Invitational All Day Coral Gables, Fla. 3/14-15 Wildcat Invitational All Day Tucson, Ariz. 4/1-3 Bryan National Collegiate All Day Greensboro, N.C. 4/15-17 ACC Championship All Day Greensboro, N.C. 5/5-7 NCAA Regional All Day Greensboro, N.C.
WEBER SIGNS WITH CANES The University of Miami women’s golf team announced today that high school standout Dewi Weber has signed a national letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic endeavors, beginning in the fall of 2015. Weber will bring a tremendous amount of national and international experience to Coral Gables this fall. “I am extremely excited to have Dewi coming to play for us this fall,” said head coach Patti Rizzo. “She is exactly the type of player we were seeking. She’s fit, strong, a good student, athletic, nice personality and a great golfer. I am sure she will be in our starting lineup and I’m sure she will contribute a lot to the team’s success. We are fortunate to have her. In 2013, Weber claimed the Ladies’ National Open Championship for professionals and amateurs. She claimed the Dutch Matchplay U21 Championship (2013) and earned runner-up honors in the Dutch Strokeplay Championship U21 (2013). On the international circuit, Webber captured tournament titles at the 2015 Copa Stogrande and at the 2014 International Brabants Open.
To Fans and Friends of the University of Miami Athletics, Compliance with NCAA and ACC rules is of utmost importance to the University of Miami and its Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Athletics compliance is the responsibility of everyone associated with the University of Miami’s athletics program, including coaches, student-athletes, athletics department personnel, faculty, staff, alumni, boosters and other supporters of the University of Miami. The Compliance Services Office is charged with leading and coordinating the University of Miami’s compliance efforts and shall act as a resource for internal and external constituencies regarding NCAA and ACC compliance issues. It is critical that all of us do our part to learn and abide by NCAA rules that impact the University of Miami’s student-athletes, recruits, coaches, and boosters. The goals of the Athletics Department Compliance Department are to:
Educate coaches, student-athletes, staff and supporters regarding NCAA and ACC rules and the compliance expectations of the University of Miami.
Control and operate the athletics program in accordance with all applicable NCAA, ACC, and institutional rules to maintain a culture of compliance.
Monitor all aspects of the University's athletics programs to ensure compliance; identify and report to the NCAA all instances in which compliance has not been achieved; and affirm that appropriate corrective actions are taken.
To serve coaches, student-athletes, staff and supporters by providing accurate and timely interpretations of the rules and assisting them in their compliance efforts.
Help all fans and friends of the University of Miami’s athletics program comply with all applicable NCAA, conference, and institutional rules.
Please contact the University of Miami Compliance Department with any questions regarding NCAA or ACC rules or regulations at athleticscompliance@miami.edu or 305-284-2692. ASK BEFORE YOU ACT! Sincerely,
Craig Anderson Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance
Athletics Compliance Office | University of Miami Athletics Schwartz Athletic Center | 5821 San Amaro Drive | Coral Gables, FL 33146 Direct: (305) 284-2692 | Fax: (305) 284-2276
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VIEW FROM THE U Men’s basketball BY AMY LaBRIE
2015-16 Quick Hits
• Miami has been ranked in a pair of preseason national polls, checking in at No. 21 on CBSSports.com and No. 23 in the USA Today poll. • After returning eight players combined the past two seasons, Miami returns seven players in 2015-16 and welcomes three newcomers to the team. • The Canes are comprised of four seniors, two juniors, two sophomores and two freshmen. • Miami’s complete 13-man roster includes players from: Three countries - Nigeria (2), Spain, U.S.; One U.S. commonwealth - Puerto Rico; Eight states - Connecticut, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas; and Washington, D.C. • UM returns 72.6% of scoring, 78.1% rebounds, 77.0% assists, 77.5% steals & 77.8% blocks. Returned for 2014-15: 22.2% pts, 24.0% reb, 28.6% ast, 26.1% stl, 24.2% blk. Returned for 2013-14: 13.4% pts, 15.5% reb, 0.98% ast, 13.0% stl, 11.3% blk. Returned for 2012-13: 79.8% pts, 85.6% reb, 82.1 % ast, 83.3% stl, 90.7% blk. • Only senior Tonye Jekiri returns from the 2012-13 ACC Championship and NCAA Sweet 16 team. Sheldon McClellan (Texas), Kamari Murphy (Oklahoma State) and Angel Rodriguez (Kansas State) have also played in the NCAA Tournament, with their previous schools.
Since the Arrival of Coach Jim Larrañaga
(only includes teams while in the ACC, not with previous conference affiliations)
• Miami won ACC regular season and ACC tournament championships in 2013. • 29 overall road wins, the most in the conference. • Fourth-most ACC wins (41) in league play. • Fourth-most ACC road wins (19) in league play. • Tied for fourth-most ACC home wins (22). • One of four schools with six or more wins in the ACC Tournament. • One of six ACC schools with a winning record in the NCAA Tournament. • Won eight ACC games by 20 or more points: Boston College (27, 22, 22 and 21), Duke (27), North Carolina (26), Florida State (24) and Virginia Tech (24). • One of 10 ACC teams to make an NCAA Tournament appearance. • Played in championship game of NIT in 2015. • Miami has the most lopsided win over Duke (27 points) and second-most lopsided wins over Boston College (27 points), North Carolina (26 points) and Florida State (24 points) of any ACC team.
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2015-16 SCHEDULE DATE OPPONENT TIME Nov. 4 Dowling (exhibition) 7 p.m. Nov. 13 UT Rio Grande Valley 7 p.m. Nov. 16 Louisiana 7 p.m. Puerto Rico Tip-Off Nov. 19 Mississippi State TBA Nov. 20 Texas Tech/Utah TBA Nov. 22 Butler/Minnesota/Missouri State/Temple TBA Nov. 27 Northeastern 4 p.m. Dec. 1 at Nebraska ESPNU 9 p.m. Dec. 5 Charlotte 4 p.m. Dec. 8 Florida ESPN2 7 p.m. Dec. 19 Charleston 4 p.m. Dec. 22 at La Salle (at The Palestra) TBA Dec. 29 Princeton 7 p.m. ACC Schedule Duke Coral Gables, Fla. Florida State Coral Gables, Fla. Louisville Coral Gables, Fla. Notre Dame Coral Gables, Fla. Pitt Coral Gables, Fla. Syracuse Coral Gables, Fla. Virginia Coral Gables, Fla. Virginia Tech Coral Gables, Fla. Wake Forest Coral Gables, Fla. Boston College Chestnut Hill, Mass. Clemson Clemson, S.C. Florida State Tallahassee, Fla. Georgia Tech Atlanta, Ga. North Carolina Chapel Hill, N.C. NC State Raleigh, N.C. Notre Dame Notre Dame, Ind. Virginia Charlottesville, Va. Virginia Tech Blacksburg, Va.
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Dinsmore Captures Platform National Title
2015 World Championships team member David Dinsmore won the men’s 10-meter title to close out the AT&T USA Diving National Championships on Thursday. Dinsmore, who was 15th on 10-meter at the World Championships earlier this month, won his first individual 10-meter national championship with 422.15 points in a contest that came down to the final dive. The championship was the second for the Hurricanes at the prestigious tournament; rising sophomore Briadam Herrera took first place in the 1-meter Tuesday night. “It came down to the last dive, and that’s what makes a great contest,” Dinsmore said. “It was a little tough for me coming back from worlds. You’re on such a high and then you’ve got to get ready for nationals a week later.” Dinsmore had a 25-point lead with two dives remaining but missed his fifth dive, a reverse 3 ½ tuck, for just 37.40 points. Dinsmore’s miss put Zach Cooper ahead by .55 points heading into the final round. Cooper then scored 73.60 points on a back 2 ½ with 1 ½ twists, while Dinsmore countered with 90 points on a back 2 ½ with 2 ½ twists to secure the gold. “I kept checking the scoreboard. I knew after my gainer that Zac and I were less than a point apart. I saw Zach nailed his last dive, so I knew I had to nail mine as well,” Dinsmore said. Cooper finished second with 406.30 points, and Dominic Giordano was third at 360.35. “It’s kind of hard to get yourself back up at the same level [after worlds], but fortunately I was able to do that today. I came out with good results,” Dinsmore said. Head coach Randy Ableman is excited about the fall – Dinsmore’s first stint of collegiate diving for the Hurricanes. “He’s already accomplished quite a bit, and he has a lot of development ahead of him, as far as his springboard goes,” Ableman said. “He should be one of the best in college diving in the 10-meter as a freshman.”
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VIEW FROM THE U WOMEN’S BASKETBALL BY ALEX SCHWARTZ
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@CanesWBB Sets 2015 Non-Conference Slate CORAL GABLES, Fla. – University of Miami women’s basketball head coach Katie Meier has announced the team’s non-conference schedule for the 2015-16 season. The Hurricanes will play 13 games before Atlantic Coast Conference action begins, including eight contests at home at the BankUnited Center and a neutral site matchup against 2012 national champion Baylor. “As we build off our sixth-straight postseason appearance, we wanted to really challenge this team with our non-conference scheduling,” Meier said. “We feel great about our returnees and the terrific experiences they have had. We also welcome three newcomers who will add great talent and depth.” Miami will open the season with a home game against Wright State Nov. 13 at 11:00 a.m. and then will face Bethune-Cookman at the BUC Nov. 15 at 4:00 p.m. After that pair of games, the Hurricanes have three consecutive road affairs, with the first at Old Dominion Nov. 17. Miami then trips to Loyola-Chicago Nov. 21 and Charlotte, where Meier spent four years as the head coach, Nov. 23. The times for all three of those games are to be announced. The Hurricanes will then host La Salle and UW-Milwaukee in the Miami Thanksgiving Classic from Nov. 27-29, with a game at 1:00 p.m. each day. Miami will face the Explorers the 27th and the Panthers the 29th, while they will square off against one another the 28th. To open December, Miami will face off against Illinois in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge Dec. 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the BankUnited Center. The Hurricanes are 3-1 in their last four matchups in the event, including a 66-54 victory over Wisconsin at home in 2014. Miami will wrap up its homestand by playing Coppin State Dec. 4 at 7:00 p.m. and UMass-Lowell Dec. 6 at 1:00 p.m. On Dec. 19 and 20, the Hurricanes will take part in the Florida Sunshine Classic in Orlando, Fla. Miami will meet Baylor the 19th at 7:00 p.m. and then Indiana the 20th, also at 7:00 p.m. The team will conclude its non-conference slate against FIU Dec. 22 at 2:00 p.m. at the BUC. “We purposefully put ourselves in some difficult road environments because we feel like it will get us ready for the ACC and postseason play,” Meier said. Miami’s 16-game ACC schedule has yet to be announced, but the opponents have been determined. The Hurricanes will have home games against Duke, Florida State and Louisville, all of who made the Sweet 16 in 2015, as well as NC State, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Virginia Tech, and Wake Forest. The Hurricanes will also play Boston College, Clemson, Florida State, Georgia Tech, North Carolina, 2015 NCAA runner-up Notre Dame, Virginia, and Virginia Tech on the road.
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Hoops Announces 2015 Non-Conference Slate
The University of Miami will host seven home games as part of the 12-game 2015-16 non-conference men’s basketball schedule, Coach Jim Larrañaga announced. The Hurricanes will also play a pair of road games at Nebraska and LaSalle, and three games in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off in San Juan, P.R. “Our non-conference schedule has a great mixture of home, away and neutral site games that will test our players and prepare the team for the rigorous ACC schedule,” Larrañaga said. “Hurricanes fans can look forward to creating an electric home court advantage for seven exciting games in the BankUnited Center, including matchups against in-state rival Florida and 2015 CAA Champion, Northeastern.” Following an exhibition game against Dowling Nov. 4, Miami opens the season with back-to-back home games, facing the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (formerly Texas-Pan Am), Friday, Nov. 13, then quickly turning around to play Louisiana (formerly Louisiana-Lafayette) on Monday, Nov. 16. The Canes then join seven teams – Butler, Minnesota, Mississippi State, Missouri State, Temple, Texas Tech and Utah – in Puerto Rico Tip-Off held Nov. 19, 20 and 22 at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente in Puerto Rico. The complete bracket for the tournament will be announced August 6. Five of the final seven non-conference games will be played at the BankUnited Center in Coral Gables, Fla., beginning with the Nov. 27 matchup with 2015 Colonial Athletic Association Champion and NCAA second-round participant, Northeastern. On Dec. 1 Miami returns to Lincoln, Neb., to face the Cornhuskers for the Big Ten / ACC Challenge, a rematch of the 2013 game in which Nebraska prevailed. Three-straight home games begin with Charlotte Dec. 5, followed by the highly-anticipated matchup with Florida Dec. 8, then a game against Charleston Dec. 19, after finals week. Miami downed all three teams last season, beating Charlotte twice within 48 hours at the Charleston Classic and in Charlotte, N.C., toppling then-No. 8/7 Florida in Gainesville, and defeating Charleston by 27 points at the BUC. Miami’s final non-conference road game will be Dec. 22 against La Salle at the historic Palestra in Philadelphia. The Canes then return home to face Princeton on Dec. 29, closing out the non-conference slate. “In December we’ll play La Salle in Philadelphia at the Palestra, which is often called the Cathedral of College Basketball. This environment should be a good experience for our players as we close out the non-conference schedule,” Larrañaga added.
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VIEW FROM THE U Men’s Tennis BY AMY LaBRIE
@CanesMensTennis
@CanesMensTennis Adds Three to 2015-16 Roster Max Andrews “Max has a complete game that will continue to improve, and will make an immediate impact to our team in both singles and doubles,” said Coach Mario Rincon. Andrews transferred from Rice University and will have two seasons of eligibility remaining, beginning with the 2015-16 season. The 6-foot-2-inch Andrews closed a successful sophomore season at Rice by earning All C-USA doubles honors. He was second on the team with a 13-8 mark while playing primarily at No. 2 in the lineup. The native of Manchester, England, finished the year by going unbeaten in eight of his last nine matches. In his rookie year, he posted eight wins in singles during the spring, primarily playing at Nos. 3 and 4 in the lineup. Prior to Rice, Andrews attended Academia Sanchez-Casal in El Prat de Llobregat, Spain. His highest ATP world ranking is 1553 and he was listed as high as No. 687 in the ITF Juniors rankings. Andrews is the son of Simon and Catherine Andrews.
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Dane Dunlap “Dane’s power and athleticism will add a lot to our team in singles and doubles right away,” said Coach Mario Rincon. Dunlap, a native of Washago, Ontario, Canada, is currently ranked as the 25th-best junior player in Canada in singles and No. 21 in doubles, according to Tennis Canada’s Rogers Rankings. Dunlap is also ranked No. 529 in the ITF and No. 444 in the USTA rankings. While originally from Canada, Dunlap has most recently been living in Plantation, Fla. “Dane is a tough competitor, and his game will continue to improve at a high speed,” added Rincon. “He spent a lot of time in South Florida growing up, and he loves the Canes. We are looking forward to having Dane on campus very soon.” Stay up to date with the Canes on HurricaneSports.com. To interact with the UM men’s tennis team socially, follow @CanesMensTennis on Twitter and Instagram and like the team on Facebook.com/CanesMensTennis.
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Jesse Flores “Jesse’s all-court game and athleticism will add a lot to our team in both singles and doubles,” said Coach Mario Rincon. Flores, who transferred to UM from UCF, will have two seasons to play for the Hurricanes. While in Orlando, he went 8-5 in singles in each of his first two collegiate seasons. As a rookie, he was 6-3 at the sixth spot, and as a sophomore won three matches at both the number five and six positions. Flores played at the number one doubles spot in all 18 matches as a freshman, then as a sophomore, won seven doubles matches, five of which were at the number three position. Prior to joining the collegiate ranks, Flores shined on the Canadian junior circuit. He was ranked as high as No. 4 in the Canadian Junior rankings and was the second-ranked junior in Ontario. He was a grade 5 singles finalist at the All-Canadian ITF Championship. A multisport standout, he was the captain of his high school basketball team for three years and was the provincial finals MVP for both soccer and basketball.
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Quick Hits with Codi Lee
Quick Hits gives @CanesVB fans an opportunity to get to know their favorite players on the 2015 roster. The latest edition of Quick Hits features Codi Lee, a freshman defensive specialist from The Woodlands, Texas. Name: Codi Lee Hometown: The Woodlands, TX High School: The Woodlands High School Major: Marketing Five Questions Q: What has your time at Miami been like so far? A: Miami has been awesome so far. School has been going great and the professors are really helpful. The weather has been amazing and the people, especially the volleyball girls, have been really helpful with my transition into the school. Q: What has been your favorite part of being a Hurricane? A: My favorite part about being a Hurricane is knowing that I am part of an elite school and athletic program, and being able to wear the “U” on my shirt is still surreal. Q: Has anyone taken you under their wing, shown you around and helped with your transition to college? If so, who, and how have they helped you adjust? A: The volleyball team has been very helpful. They’ve shown me around the school, helped me adjust to school, and have also given me helpful advice in volleyball.
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Q: What has been the biggest adjustment for you since you arrived? A: The biggest adjustment for me is knowing that I am far away from my family and friends. Q: What are you most excited for about being in college? A: I am most excited for the independence. I get to do more things on own, which I feel will help me most with my transition into the real world. Fill in the Blank I committed to Miami over other schools because: Miami felt like home. The team, the coaches and the campus all seemed like a great environment to be a part of. When I think of Miami volleyball, I think of: a successful and elite program that has achieved and will continue to achieve great things. My favorite part of being a Hurricane studentathlete is: knowing that I am in a great program that is not only supportive, but successful in all aspects as well. If I had to describe the team in one word it would be: #squadgoals Coral Gables is different from my hometown because: the weather is consistent and predictable. The biggest adjustment from high school to college has been: the busier schedule. When I committed to the University of Miami, I felt: accomplished and proud of myself.
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I love volleyball because: volleyball is an intense sport that always gives me a rush when I step onto the court. My favorite moment in my volleyball career was: winning my second state championship. Quick Hits Favorite Athlete: Bethany Hamilton Favorite Professional Sports Team: Tampa Bay Lightning Favorite Meal: Steak Favorite Candy: Sour Patch Watermelon Favorite Movie: Miracle Favorite TV Show: Outlander Favorite Music Artist: Backstreet Boys My first pets were: rats, I think. My favorite place on campus is: Lake Osceola My favorite University of Miami alumni is: “The Rock” Johnson The farthest place from home I’ve been is: Spokane, Washington If I could be any celebrity, I would be: Julianne Hough If I could take a vacation anywhere in the world, I would travel to: Australia In my spare time, I like to: Listen to music/ read My favorite sport to watch on TV is: Hockey My nicknames are: Loco Coco, Co, Code
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Canes Picked To Finish Third in ACC Coastal The University of Miami Football team was picked to finish third in the Atlantic Coast Conference Coastal Division according to a poll of 158 media members in attendance at the 2015 ACC Football Kickoff at Pinehurst Resort.
at the new uniforms and to celebrate the new partnership, which begins on September 1st.
The Hurricanes also received seven first-place votes to win the ACC Coastal.
Developed in collaboration with the University of Miami athletic department, the team’s new look is highlighted by updated metallic stripes on the jerseys and pants, incorporating hurricane style cuts and patterns throughout the new uniform.
Miami enters the 2015 campaign by returning 11 starters and 41 letterwinners from last year’s squad, which made the program’s 38th overall bowl appearance in 2014.
Additionally, the “Hurricanes” moniker is strategically placed across the ribbing of the inside collar for the players to see when they don the uniform, while the classic oversized “U” logo is stitched into on the back of the jersey for all to view.
Quarterback Brad Kaaya leads the way for the Hurricanes’ offense as he returns for his sophomore season following a stellar rookie campaign where he set the single season all-time freshman record for passing yards, passing touchdowns and completions. Kaaya would eventually go on to win ACC Rookie of the Year honors.
Made with a cutting-edge, proprietary yarn blend that increases durability and abrasion resistance, Primeknit is the premier compression uniform system, featuring the latest generation of adidas TECHFIT technology.
The Hurricanes’ sophomore signal-caller tied for fourth in the ACC Preseason Player of the Year voting. PRESEASON AWARDS Brad Kaaya -Maxwell Award Watch List -O’Brien Award Watch List -Manning Award Watch List Raphael Kirby -Butkus Award Watch List Justin Vogel -Ray Guy Award Watch List Dallas Crawford -Wuerffel Trophy Watch List MIAMI AND ADIDAS UNVEIL NEW UNIFORMS The University of Miami and adidas officially unveiled the Hurricanes’ new Primeknit football uniforms for the 2015 season. With Club LIV at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach serving as the backdrop, along with surprise performances by DJ Cannon and Pusha T, a host of football alumni, celebrities were in attendance to get the first-look
Rounding out the core uniforms are the adizero 5-Star 4.0 cleats, lighter than any competitor cleat at 8.0 ounces and constructed with lightweight SPRINTSKIN upper featuring SHOCKWEB reinforcement, along with the adizero 5-Star 4.0 gloves, with 4-way stretch mesh for compression fit and GripTack 2.0 for consistent control in all weather conditions, and TECHFIT gun show baselayer – both prominently featuring the “U” logo. CANES INK THREE STUDENT-ATHLETES TO GRANTIN-AID AGREEMENTS The University of Miami football program signed rising seniors Shaquille Quarterman, Michael Pinckney and Jack Allison to a grant-in-aid agreements earlier this month. SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW Miami opens its season Saturday, Sept. 5 vs. BethuneCookman at Sun Life Stadium. Season tickets to the 2015 Miami Hurricanes football season start for as low as $140 – visit CanesTix.com or call (305) 284-2263 for more information.
SEPTEMBER 5 Bethune-Cookman (ESPN3) 11 at FAU 19 Nebraska (ABC/ESPN)
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OCTOBER 1 at Cincinnati (ESPN) 10 at Florida State* 17 at Virginia Tech* 24 Clemson* 31 Duke*
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NOVEMBER 7 Virginia* 14 North Carolina* 21 Georgia Tech* 27 Pittsburgh* (ABC/ESPN)
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2015 ROSTER BREAKDOWN RETURNING STARTERS (11) OFFENSE (6) Pos. Name WR Malcolm Lewis, Jr. T Trevor Darling, So G Daniel Isidora, Jr.-R QB Brad Kaaya, So.
2014 Starts 8 5 12 13
Career Starts 11 5 12 13
DEFENSE (5) Pos. Name DE Tyriq McCord, Sr. DT Calvin Heurtelou, Sr. LB Raphael Kirby, Sr. CB Artie Burns, Jr. S Deon Bush, Sr
2014 Starts 12 12 13 11 11
Career Starts 12 12 13 11 20
SPECIALISTS (2) Pos. Name PK Michael Badgley, So. P Justin Vogel, Jr.
2014 Starts 11 13
Career Starts 11 13
Starters Lost (13) OFFENSE (7) Pos. Name WR Phillip Dorsett TE Clive Walford T Taylor Gadbois LT Ereck Flowers LG Jon Feliciano C Shane McDermott RB Duke Johnson
2014 Starts 13 12 5 11 13 13 13
Career Career 29 37 5 27 48 36 32
DEFENSE (6) Pos. Name DE Anthony Chickillo DT Olsen Pierre LB Denzel Perryman LB Th urston Armbrister CB Ladarius Gunter S Nantambu-Akil Fentress
2014 Starts 13 13 13 13 13 13
Career Career 47 36 37 23 30 13
umSHOF Celebrity Golf Tournament - Oct. 23
The UM Sports Hall of Fame and the University of Miami’s Hurricane Club are proud to announce a partnership for the 23rd annual UM Sports Hall of Fame Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit the Hurricane Club, hosted by Alonzo Highsmith. The event will take place on Friday, October 23, 2015 at the beautiful Biltmore Golf Course in Coral Gables. The tournament begins with registration at 11 a.m., including lunch provided by the Hole In The Wall Pub. Golfers get started with a 12:30 p.m. tee time on the 18 lush holes of the Biltmore Golf Course. Following the round, the awards dinner will be held in one of the historic Biltmore Hotel’s luxurious ballrooms. Entry fee includes golf, lunch, awards dinner, goody bag and golf shirt. “We are excited to announce this partnership with the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame,” Athletic Director Blake James said. “Not only will this provide a great opportunity for Hurricane Club Members and Canes Fans to play golf with some Hurricanes Greats across all sports, but it will raise money to support our current student-athletes who will be future UM Hall of Famers. We are looking forward to a great day of golf at the Biltmore on October 23rd.” Highsmith, a member of the 1983 National Championship team and a first round pick in the 1987 NFL draft, has graciously accepted an invitation to serve as the host for this year’s event. An explosive fullback who rushed for nearly 2,000 yards in his UM career, Alonzo’s team high 50 yards and a touchdown led the Hurricanes to their first National Title in the 1984 Orange Bowl Classic. He spent 5 seasons in the NFL, and was inducted into the UM Sports Hall of Fame in 1997. An NFL player for six seasons, Highsmith enters his 17th year with the Green Bay Packers’ as their Senior Personnel Executive. “It’s truly an honor to host the University Miami Sports Hall of Fame Golf Tournament and hoping many former players and alumni come out to support,” Highsmith said. “I’m a proud alumnus of both academics and sports, and a Cane for life.” To view Highsmith’s UMSHoF Induction video, go to http://www.umsportshalloffame.com/ alonzo-highsmith.html “Once again, the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to present our annual celebrity golf tournament on Friday, October 23rd”, said UMSHoF President Gerard Loisel. “We’re excited that for the second consecutive year, we will be partnering with the Hurricane Club to create a wonderful event that allows fans an opportunity to spend a day playing golf with Hurricane greats of the past. It’s a great opportunity to not only raise funds for the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame, but to also provide scholarships for future Hall of Famers” Sponsorships for the golf tournament are still available for corporations and businesses. For information on sponsorships, or to sign up your team, contact UMSHoF Executive Director John Routh at (305) 284-2775 or Crystal Demps in the Hurricane Club at (305) 284-6699.
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The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame is excited about the 2015-2016 school year as it begins its 50th Anniversary Celebration of the founding of the UMSHoF. Founded on April 13, 1966 by eight (Miami) Dade County Circuit Court judges, the Hall has inducted 292 former student-athletes, coaches and administrators the finest to wear the orange, green and white. The UMSHoF kicked off the year by hosting the athletic department staff and coaches, along with its committee members and supporters, at its annual Welcome Back Reception on Monday, August 24. More than 150 gathered at the Hall for a festive evening and to welcome each other back for another successful year. The Hall will be hosting its 23rd annual Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit the Hurricane Club on Friday, October 23 at the beautiful Biltmore Golf Course in Coral Gables. This year, Hurricane great Alonzo Highsmith will serve as the celebrity host for the event, and the Hall will be partnering with the Hurricane Club to raise money for student-athlete scholarships. The following day, the UMSHoF Class of 2016 Inductees will be introduced at the Clemson game at Sun Life Stadium, along with football members of the UMSHoF during separate ceremonies. As the year progresses, the Hall is excited to continue its work as the repository for nearly 90 years of Hurricanes athletics. Under the guidance of new President Gerard Loisel, the future looks bright as we continue to partner with great organizations such as the Hurricane Club, Habitat for Humanity of the Upper Keys, the Buonicont Fund to Cure Paralysis and other charitable groups for our three major fundraising events: the golf tournament, the 5th annual UMSHoF Bowling Tournament in February and the 6th annual UMSHoF Dolphin Tournament in Islamorada in June. The UM Sports Hall of Fame is located next to the Hecht Athletic Center on campus and is open free to the public Monday through Friday from Noon to 5 p.m. For group tours, or other information, call 305-284-2775 or go to UMSportsHallofFame. com. As a non-profit organization, the UMSHoF is always looking for donations of artifacts from fans, including game programs, jerseys, ticket stubs, Canes nicknacks, anything that helps tell the story of the University of Miami.
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23rd ANNUAL
UM Sports Hall of Fame Celebrity Golf Tournament to benefit TM
Hosted by Alonzo Highsmith Friday, October 23, 2015 The Biltmore Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134
Registration: 11:00 am
Shotgun start: 12:30 pm
*All Foursomes include Greens/Cart Fees, Lunch, On-Course Refreshments, Awards Reception, Gift Bag & Shirt
GOLF SPONSORSHIPS PRESENTING SPONSOR $10,000:
Presenting Sponsor of the Golf Tournament Two Corporate Foursomes with UMSHoF Celebrity Sponsorship banner (4 x 6 ft) displayed at the Golf Tournament All Golf Tournament Signage will have Logo or Name on them Shirts and Hats with either Logo or Name Press Release about the Sponsorship Speaking Opportunity at the Golf Tournament Company Novelties in Gift Bag Company Logo or Name on UMSHoF Web Site Recognition at all UM Sports Hall of Fame events as the Presenting Sponsor of the UMSHoF Golf Tournament Two Tickets to the UM Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Four Tickets to the Welcome Back Reception Four Tickets to the Holiday Party
DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP $5,000:
Two Corporate Foursomes with UMSHoF Celebrity Logo or Name on all Collateral Materials, Signage Company Novelties in Gift Bags Corporate Banner Signage (must be supplied and meet criteria) Two Hole Signs Logo or Name on UMSHoF Web Site Press Release about the Sponsorship Two Tickets to the UM Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Four Tickets to the Welcome Back Reception Four Tickets to the Holiday Party
GOLD SPONSORSHIP $2,500:
One Corporate Foursome Company Novelties in Gift Bag Two Hole Signs Corporate Banner Signage (must be supplied and meet criteria) Logo or Name on UMSHoF Web Site Two Tickets to the Welcome Back Reception Two Tickets to the Holiday Party
SILVER SPONSORSHIP $1,200: One Corporate Foursome Hole Sign Company Novelties in Gift Bag
BRONZE SPONSORSHIP (NON-GOLFER) Hat, Towel or Ball Sponsor (ea) $2,000 Cart Sponsor $1,200 Beverage Cart Sponsor $1,000 Hole Sign $250
GOLF TEAM (FOURSOME) $1000 INDIVIDUAL GOLFER $250
For Information on foursomes or sponsorships, call the UM Sports Hall of Fame: 305-284-2775 or Crystal Demps at the Hurricane Club 305-284-6699
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