One day later Perez-Somarriba notched win No. 135 in her career as a Hurricane with a 6-0, 6-2 triumph, setting a UM program record for most singles wins.
Golf, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Volleyball
Hurricanes suffer loses across board, score some wins
Here’s a summary of how UM’s sports teams performed from Sept. 24-Sept. 29.
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country/Track and Field, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Tennis
Hurricanes claim victories across the board, suffer some losses
“We fight,” sophomore guard Mykea Gray said, who led UM with 19 points. “That’s one thing I can say about our team. No matter how down we are at the moment, we always find a way to bounce back.”
Basketball, Sports, Swimming/Diving
Basketball falters as semester nearing a close, records broken in the water
“We didn’t have energy as a team, and mentally we were not there, either,” Lykes said. “We have to regroup. Coach told us at halftime we have to pick up our energy. We were lethargic, turning the ball over a lot. As a point guard, I have to be better than that. That’s on me. My responsibility. I can’t have five turnovers in one half.”
Basketball, Golf, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Volleyball
Fall sports coming to a close as basketball tips off
“It was a special game for me, a special moment,” Cornelius said. “I wasn’t really nervous, but it was really special. I was really excited. We played well. I got to scored again. I got to pass again, run through the smoke again, this time in a jersey, not in a sweatsuit.”
Soccer, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Volleyball
Hurricanes falter during fall recess
The redshirt senior set a school record with 17 saves in a single-match. North Carolina notched 19 shots on goal, while the Miami didn’t register a shot on goal.
Cross Country/Track and Field, Soccer, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Volleyball
Final stretch of Hurricanes’ fall athletics
“This a really good step in the right direction in terms of realizing our potential,” coach Sarah Barnes said. “Although they had good chances, I think we created really clear chances right in front of the goal.”
Golf, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Volleyball
Hurricanes pick up victories heading into October
“The talent is there, it’s just a matter of putting it all together at the right time,” coach Patti Rizzo told hurricanesports.com. “We obviously needed a warm up, but luckily they found themselves pretty fast. I’m glad we leave again next weekend while they are hot. Very proud of them all.”
Athletics, Soccer, Sports, Swimming/Diving
Canes soccer, swim teams use Hurricane Irma as motivation
The University of Miami holds student-athletes and coaches to an extremely high standard in the world of college athletics. The presence of Hurricane Irma only increased the difficulties faced by players and staff. From evacuating campus to readjusting to daily life in the classroom, UM athletes must be even more determined to succeed and represent…
Football, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Volleyball
Sports Roundup: football, volleyball, swimming and diving
Football Miami has lost four straight games after starting the season with a record of 4-0. The Hurricanes are looking for a much-needed victory in their Homecoming game against a tough Pittsburgh team. Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. on Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium. Volleyball The team is on its best streak of the…
Football, Golf, Soccer, Sports, Swimming/Diving, Volleyball
Sports Roundup: football, volleyball, swimming, soccer, golf
Football The team is looking to recover after a heartbreaking loss to rival FSU last weekend. Miami is ranked No. 16 in the country by the AP Poll and is set to face off against North Carolina on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Stadium. Volleyball Miami has dropped its last three matches. The…
Profiles, Sports, Swimming/Diving
Coach, alumnus’ first Olympic medal highlights realization of lifelong goal, transformative journey
Randy Ableman, who has served as the head diving coach at the University of Miami for 28 years, celebrated yet another career victory during the 2016 Summer Olympics. Ableman’s diver, UM alumnus Sam Dorman, won a silver medal for the U.S. alongside Mike Hixon in the men’s 3-meter synchronized diving event. Ableman describes his relationship…
