Sports & Recreation

Mason announces construction of World Class Football Stadium

An earlier version of this page contained an April Fool's article about the construction of a football stadium at George Mason University.

Happy April Fools' Day!

 

A closer look at VCU’s improbable run


VCU wasn't expected to make the NCAA Tournament. They weren't expected to win any games. But now they are just two wins away from a National Championship. (John Powell)

Opinion: Does that say VCU vs. Butler?


VCU's star guard Joey Rodriguez has carried his team to five straight victories in the NCAA Tournament, setting the stage for an unlikely Final Four matchup against the Butler Bulldogs. (John Powell)

Softball splits double-header with Delaware

The George Mason Softball team split their double-header with Delaware Saturday afternoon on their home turf. The Patriots went on to win the first game by a score of 1-0, before dropping the final game, 2-0. The team has been involved in seven shutouts over its past seven games, including these two contests. They struggled to a record of 2-5 over those seven games.

GMU student Ryan Ellis races his way to success

Ryan Ellis (left), along with his teammate Ian Baas, posing in front of their Volkswagen GTI following their win at the Daytona International Speedway in their first race together. (Photo courtesy of Arin Ahnell).

Mason cricket team captures national title

The George Mason cricket team poses with their trophy following their victory over Montgomery College in the national championship. (Photo courtesy of the GMU cricket team).

Opinion: What’s the big deal about the Big East?

Villanova was not only representative from the Big East to take a tumble thus far during March Madness. Only two of the 11 squads reached the Sweet Sixteen. (John Powell)

Buckeyes blow out Patriot hopes

Mike Morrison was just not enough to stop Jared Sullinger's work under the basket. Sullinger totalled 18 points in the matchup (John Powell)

The Role of the Bench

Powell's Playbook: My new baby is HERE