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Michael Deemer

Michael Deemer, Sports Editor

Michael Deemer is a junior News and Sports Communication major from Crofton, Maryland. He is the Sports Editor for Colonial Sports Network and is the producer for RMU-TV’s Colonial Sports Center.

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The women's lacrosse team falls to Maryland 17-1 in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament Photo credit: Taylor Roberts

“It sets the path for us to be here every year.”: Women’s Lacrosse closes out promising season against Maryland

Michael Deemer
May 10, 2024
Josh Omojafo Commits to Robert Morris Basketball

Josh Omojafo Commits to Robert Morris Basketball

Michael Deemer
April 16, 2024
Men's Basketball to Open Season at West Virginia

Men’s Basketball to Open Season at West Virginia

Michael Deemer
April 2, 2024
Assistant Coaches Fedor, Johnson Will Not Return in 2024-25

Assistant Coaches Fedor, Johnson Will Not Return in 2024-25

Michael Deemer
March 18, 2024
Photo credit: RMU Athletics

Chandler McCabe Named New Women’s Basketball Head Coach

Michael Deemer
March 18, 2024
The Washington, D.C. native played in a Colonial uniform for two years, averaging 8.4 points and 6.1 rebounds a game.

Stephaun Walker Enters Transfer Portal

Michael Deemer
March 18, 2024
Hastings was second in the conference in rebounds, averaging 7.8 per game.

Markeese Hastings Selected to All-Horizon League Third Team

Michael Deemer
March 4, 2024
Garvey scored the overtime goal with 10 seconds left in overtime to face RIT in the next round of the AHA Playoffs

Cameron Garvey Named AHA Rookie of the Week

Michael Deemer
March 4, 2024
Coach Bittle, Giampietro, Hatch Named CHA Individual Yearly Award Finalists

Coach Bittle, Giampietro, Hatch Named CHA Individual Yearly Award Finalists

Michael Deemer
February 27, 2024
The Colonials will face Mercyhurst tomorrow in Game 3 in Erie following a 5-2 loss Saturday Photo credit: Michael Deemer

[Photo] Upson's Five Point Night Lifts Mercyhurst Over Robert Morris, Force Game 3

February 24, 2024
The Colonials will face Mercyhurst tomorrow in Game 3 in Erie following a 5-2 loss Saturday Photo credit: Michael Deemer

Upson’s Five Point Night Lifts Mercyhurst Over Robert Morris, Force Game 3

Michael Deemer
February 24, 2024
Shailynn Snow scored the firts goal for Robert Morris in the 5-0 win over the Mercyhurst Lakers Photo credit: Michael Deemer

[Photo] Four-Goal Third Period Lifts Women's Hockey Over Mercyhurst in Game 1

February 23, 2024
Shailynn Snow scored the firts goal for Robert Morris in the 5-0 win over the Mercyhurst Lakers Photo credit: Michael Deemer

Four-Goal Third Period Lifts Women’s Hockey Over Mercyhurst in Game 1

Michael Deemer
February 23, 2024
The Colonials will play in a once-in-a-lifetime experience against the #1 team in the land at home.

Coach Grove, Women’s Lacrosse Face Top-Ranked Boston College at Home

Michael Deemer
February 22, 2024
Evans (left) has won her fourth award of the season, while Snow (right) wins her first Photo credit: Taylor Roberts

Shailynn Snow Wins CHA Player of the Week, Evans Wins Back-to-Back Rookie of the Week

Michael Deemer
February 19, 2024
The Colonials fell to the Golden Griffins in overtime Saturday afternoon

Men’s Hockey Suffers Overtime Defeat on Emotional Senior Day

Michael Deemer
February 17, 2024
Josh Corbin hit six three-pointers in the 87-77 loss to Youngstown State

Penguins Dominate Rebounding Battle, Sweep Colonials in Season Series

Michael Deemer
February 14, 2024
The Colonials will play six exhibition games in the spring, including two games at Highmark Stadium

Men’s Soccer Spring Schedule Announced

Michael Deemer
February 6, 2024
This honor is Giampietro's fourth Rookie of the Week of the season Photo credit: Taylor Roberts

Alaina Giampietro Wins Fourth CHA Rookie of the Week Honors

Michael Deemer
February 5, 2024
The graduate defenseman had 18 blocked shots in the month of January

Chloé Puddifant Wins CHA Defenseman of the Month

Michael Deemer
January 30, 2024
Klimpke (left) and Boisvert (right) win AHA weekly awards for their performances in the weekend split to AIC Photo credit: Finn Lyons & Taylor Roberts

Boisvert, Klimpke Win Atlantic Hockey Weekly Awards

Michael Deemer
January 29, 2024
The Colonials dropped to 1-5 in conference play after falling 101-76 to Wright State Wednesday night. Photo credit: Michael Deemer

[Photo] Men's Basketball Drops "Ugly" Game to Wright State at Home

January 10, 2024
Chris Shaw accepted the head coaching job at Temple Thursday Photo credit: Payton Hostetler

Women’s Soccer Head Coach Chris Shaw Resigns, Accepts Temple Job

Michael Deemer
January 4, 2024
Robert Morris was a founding conference member as a football affiliate in 1996 before moving to the Horizon League in 2020 as a full-time member and the Big South Conference, now renamed Big South-OVC Football Association, as a football member.

Robert Morris Accepts NEC’s Invitation to Rejoin as Football Associate

Michael Deemer
November 28, 2023
Men's Basketball Falls to Jacksonville in Wild Game

Men’s Basketball Falls to Jacksonville in Wild Game

Michael Deemer
November 24, 2023
Stephaun Walker had 15 points in the loss to Towson

Men’s Basketball Loses Heartbreaker to Towson on Road

Michael Deemer
November 13, 2023
The Colonials won the ASUN Championship in their first year in the conference in 2022

Men’s Lacrosse to Join NEC in 2025 Season

Michael Deemer
November 7, 2023
(left to right) Rosina Esposito, Emma Brown, Allena Carmody and Abby Ryan received flowers postgame in their Senior Day celebration Photo credit: Michael Deemer

[Photo] Hot Start Ignites Volleyball to Emotional Win on Senior Day

November 3, 2023
(left to right) Rosina Esposito, Emma Brown, Allena Carmody and Abby Ryan received flowers postgame in their Senior Day celebration Photo credit: Michael Deemer

Hot Start Ignites Volleyball to Emotional Win on Senior Day

Michael Deemer
November 3, 2023
Kaoru Hayashi (9) was honored pregame on Senior Day. The graduate senior has 7 goals and 9 assists in her career as a Colonial. Photo credit: Samantha Dutch

Last-Minute Equalizer Washed Away, Women’s Soccer Drops Back-to-Back Games for the First Time

Michael Deemer
October 21, 2023
Photo credit: Finn Lyons

Former Colonial Guerra’s Two Goals Haunt Colonials

Michael Deemer
October 20, 2023
Alaina Giampietro had the lone goal for the Colonials, tucking in a backhander behind Clarkson's Michelle Pasiechnyk to tie the game for her third goal of the season.

Women’s Hockey Dominated by #7 Clarkson, Allow 105 Shot Attempts

Michael Deemer
October 20, 2023
Photo credit: Cam Wickline

Colonials Blow Two-Goal Third Period Lead, Lose in Shootout to Mercyhurst in Erie

Michael Deemer
October 14, 2023
For the second time in as many days, the Colonials scored six goals on Saint Anselm

Five-Goal Second Period Fuels Women’s Hockey to Sweep Saint Anselm

Michael Deemer
October 8, 2023
Graduate goalie Chad Veltri made 40 saves in the matchup against

Schooley: “Win or Lose, We Already Won.” Three Takeaways from Men’s Hockey’s Shutout Loss in Opener

Michael Deemer
October 7, 2023
The team celebrates after a goal in a dominating 6-1 win over Saint Anselm

Women’s Hockey Dominates Saint Anselm in Historic Home Opener

Michael Deemer
October 7, 2023
The graduate senior made 29 tackles, two pass breakups and an interception in nine games last season Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Gregory Young II Enters Transfer Portal

Michael Deemer
October 4, 2023
The Colonials fall to 2-3 on the season and face their first conference opponent in Gardner-Webb next Saturday on the road Photo credit: Taylor Roberts

Bison Stampede Colonials on Ground in Final Non-Conference Game

Michael Deemer
September 30, 2023
Photo credit: Nathan Kingston

Men’s Soccer Draws Bonnies in Penultimate Non-Conference Game of Year

Michael Deemer
September 26, 2023

Women’s Basketball Announces Full 2023-24 Non-Conference Schedule

Michael Deemer
September 15, 2023
#ColonialTEAMChallenge: What Has the Softball Team Been Doing On Twitter?

#ColonialTEAMChallenge: What Has the Softball Team Been Doing On Twitter?

Michael Deemer
September 9, 2023
Julia Dill and Frances Kabana are both returners for head coach Brian Delsite

Women’s Cross Country Tabbed Tenth in Horizon League Preseason Poll

Michael Deemer
August 31, 2023
Kai McLoughlin (16) scored all three Colonial goals in the 3-1 exhibition win over LeMoyne

Four Takeaways From Men’s Soccer’s Exhibition vs. LeMoyne

Michael Deemer
August 20, 2023
Junior Emily Rocco and Sophomore Malia Kearns look to be leaders among this young Colonial squad Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

Women’s Soccer Places 10th in Horizon League Preseason Poll

Michael Deemer
August 16, 2023
Kahliel Spear signed with Italy's Umana San Giobbe Chiusi of the Serie A2 League.

#FormerColonialWatch: Kahliel Spear Signs With Italy’s Umana San Giobbe Chiusi

Michael Deemer
July 27, 2023
This will be the second time these programs have faced each other in history. The Colonials came out on top with a nail-biting 67-66 win on the road over the Tigers in 2016. Photo credit: Ellie Whittington

Men’s Basketball Faces Towson in Non-Conference Play November 12

Michael Deemer
July 11, 2023
The home opener is set for October 7 at 7 p.m. at Clearview Arena against Bowling Green State University. The Colonials' first away game will be the following day at Bowling Green.

Men’s Hockey Releases Full 2023-24 Schedule

Michael Deemer
June 29, 2023
The Colonials are slated to play a 32-game campaign, including 20 conference games against CHA opponents. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Women’s Hockey Announces 2023-24 Schedule

Michael Deemer
June 26, 2023
Robert Morris to host MTE at UPMC Events Center

Robert Morris to host MTE at UPMC Events Center

Michael Deemer
June 1, 2023
Sochan recorded a 10-7-0 record with a 3.11 goals against average, a 906 save percentage and two shutouts in 2022-23 Photo credit: Garrett James

Goaltender Michael Sochan Commits to Robert Morris

Michael Deemer
May 17, 2023
The golf team finished seventh in the Horizon League Championships in Howey-in-the-Hills, Fla. Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

Robert Morris Finishes Seventh in Horizon League Championships as Nagy Finishes Top-Five Individually, Named on All-Tournament Team

Michael Deemer
April 25, 2023
Boisvert is the second goaltender Derek Schooley has landed from the transfer portal Photo credit: Tara Freeman/St. Lawrence Athletics

Men’s Hockey Adds St. Lawrence Transfer Goalie Francis Boisvert

Michael Deemer
April 25, 2023
Williams was a former four-star recruit on 24/7 Sports. He averaged 2.6 points a game and 1.1 rebounds a game in his two years as a Tiger.

Former LSU Tiger Justice Williams Commits to Robert Morris

Michael Deemer
April 17, 2023
The Colonials improve to 3-1 in conference play in the 12-6 win over Youngstown State Photo credit: Nathan Breisinger

Colonials Double Up Penguins in Wednesday Matinee

Michael Deemer
April 12, 2023
Chelsea Coleman led the team with three goals in the 13-10 loss to Kent State Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris Drop Conference Home Opener in Midweek Matchup with Kent State

Michael Deemer
April 5, 2023
Robert Morris will be the first ASUN school to be hosts of the tournament in the conference's second year of sponsoring men's lacrosse Photo credit: Cameron Macariola

Robert Morris to Host 2023 ASUN Men’s Lacrosse Tournament

Michael Deemer
April 3, 2023
(left to right) Shailynn Snow, defensemen Chloé Puddifant and forward Morgan Giannone all will join the Colonials from St. Lawrence

Robert Morris Adds Trio of St. Lawrence Transfers

Michael Deemer
April 2, 2023
Spear will be featured among many other graduating seniors at the National College Team Skills and 3x3U Championships this upcoming week Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Kahliel Spear Receives National College Skills, 3×3 Invite

Michael Deemer
March 28, 2023
Gia Anthony had a hat trick in the loss to UC Davis Photo credit: Cam Wickline

Agnew’s Eight-Point Day Leads Aggies Over Colonials

Michael Deemer
March 26, 2023
Zolnierczyk played for four years for the Colonials one with year of eligibility

Mike Zolnierczyk Enters Transfer Portal

Michael Deemer
March 20, 2023
Around The Rim: Season's End

Around The Rim: Season’s End

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
March 2, 2023
Around The Rim: Horizon League Tourney Time

Around The Rim: Horizon League Tourney Time

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
February 27, 2023
She is the second player in program history to earn a regular season award and the first since Sol Castro made the All-Freshman team back in the team's inaugural season in the Horizon League back in 2020-21. Photo credit: Malena Kaniuff

Phoenix Gedeon Named to All-Horizon League Third Team

Michael Deemer
February 27, 2023
Spear and Cheeks were named to All-League honors Monday afternoon

Spear, Cheeks Named to All-Horizon League Teams

Michael Deemer
February 27, 2023
Around The Rim: 2/22/23

Around The Rim: 2/22/23

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
February 22, 2023
Around The Rim: 2/17/23

Around The Rim: 2/17/23

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
February 17, 2023
Around The Rim: 2/9/23

Around The Rim: 2/9/23

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
February 9, 2023
Kirk driving up for the lay-up against St Francis on November 10, 2022 Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Paris Kirk Out for Season with Torn ACL

Michael Deemer
January 28, 2023
The team huddles during their 83-59 loss against Wright State Photo credit: Hope Beatty

Wright State Hands Robert Morris Worst Conference Loss in Horizon League

Michael Deemer
January 28, 2023
Around The Rim: 1/27/23

Around The Rim: 1/27/23

Michael Deemer and Kevin Plowcha
January 27, 2023
Simone Morris had 13 points in the 62-47 loss to Northern Kentucky Photo credit: Cam Wickline

[Photo] Poor Shooting and Turnovers Plague Colonials, Norse Pull Away in Second Half

Kevin Plowcha
January 26, 2023
Solis attempts a three-point jumper in the game against George Mason on November 10, 2022

[Photo] Freshman Guard Candela Rabadan Solis Leaves Robert Morris Program

Hope Beatty
January 19, 2023
Down (middle) stands for the National Anthem before the game against Bucknell on February 12, 2021 Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Owen Down Makes ASun All-Conference Team, Wins Fan Vote for Defensive Player of the Year

Michael Deemer
January 11, 2023
Coach Jexx Varner looks to continue his success as Robert Morris head coach in 2023 Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris Announces 2023 Softball Schedule

Michael Deemer
January 4, 2023
Paris Kirk attempts a lay-up

[Photo] Robert Morris rebounds from losing streak with dominant win over St. Bonaventure

Aiden Dine
December 16, 2022
Mackenzie Amalia was held on scoreless in the 72-42 loss to West Virginia

Second-Half Explosion Throttles West Virginia Past Robert Morris

Michael Deemer
December 8, 2022
Mackenzie Amalia hits a three-point shot in the 53-52 win against George Mason

[Photo] Late Run Propels Robert Morris Past George Mason in Final Seconds

Kevin Plowcha
November 10, 2022
O'Keefe speaks to the media following their game against Northern Kentucky on September 10 Photo credit: Evelyn Luthringer

Robert Morris Head Coach Jason O’Keefe Steps Down After Three Seasons With Program

Michael Deemer, Sports Editor
November 10, 2022

Video | CSN on the Road: RMU Drops Road Test at Appalachian State

Michael Deemer
November 4, 2022
Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/3/22

Bobby Mo Football Show: 11/3/22

Nathan Breisinger, Ethan Morrison, and Michael Deemer
November 3, 2022
Shane McMillan records his first career collegiate goal in a 5-0 win over IUPUI. Photo Credit: Samantha Dutch

Robert Morris Dominates IUPUI; Advance to Horizon League Tournament

Michael Deemer
November 2, 2022
Deshaun Davis catches a 31-yard touchdown pass over Shakespeare Louis to open the scoring for Appalachian State Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Appalachian State Dominates Robert Morris in Homecoming Game

Michael Deemer
October 29, 2022
College Soccer Now selected Gilley as apart of National Team of the Week after winning back to back Horizon League Player of the Week honors Photo credit: RMU Athletics

Chase Gilley Selected to the College Soccer News Men’s National Team of the Week

Michael Deemer
September 20, 2022
The team huddles before a play during Saturday's 31-14 loss at Yager Stadium in Oxford, Ohio

RedHawks score 28 unanswered points; defeat Colonials 31-14 in Oxford

Michael Deemer
September 10, 2022
Haleigh Finale crosses into the box during the 5-1 win against Delaware State Photo credit: Alec Miller

Colonials tally 28 shots on goal; dominate Delaware State 5-1

Michael Deemer
September 8, 2022
RMU falls short to Duquesne in a whistle-friendly in a 2-1 loss Photo credit: Samantha Dutch

Robert Morris fall short to Duquesne in whistle-friendly afternoon

Michael Deemer
August 31, 2022
Santillo is the only three-time NEC Golden Glove winner in the award's history. Photo credit: RMU Athletics

Samantha Santillo Named Softball Assistant Coach

Michael Deemer
July 25, 2022
The team celebrates a point in their match against Duquesne on September 4, 2021 Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Volleyball Announces Fall 2022 Schedule

Michael Deemer
July 19, 2022
The team celebrates a goal during a game against Valparaiso on August 29, 2021 Photo credit: Samantha Dutch

Women’s Soccer Announces 2022 Fall Schedule

Michael Deemer
July 14, 2022
Poulich played 19 games for the Flames scoring five runs the Flames in 2022

Courtney Poulich to transfer to Robert Morris

Michael Deemer
July 2, 2022
Nicholson will begin his second stint at Robert Morris while being behind the bench for six years Photo credit: RMU Athletics

Matt Nicholson welcomed back as Men’s Hockey Associate Head Coach

Michael Deemer
June 7, 2022
Walkland (above) looks on from the Colgate bench

#FormerColonialWatch Chelsea Walkland to join Team USA at IIHF U-18 Women’s World Championship

Michael Deemer
May 28, 2022
The team gathers around the mound during a game against Cleveland State on April 3, 2022

Colonials’ two-hit performance was enough to advance to Horizon League Championship

Michael Deemer, Sports Editor
May 14, 2022
The Colonials advances to the next round and will play tomorrow at 5:30 pm

Colonials live to fight another day; defeat Youngstown State 4-2

Michael Deemer, Sports Editor
May 11, 2022
James Westry takes it to the house against Charleston Southern. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

James Westry enters the transfer portal

Michael Deemer
May 4, 2022
Meadow Sacadura readies for a pitch against Green Bay. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Phoenix’s first-inning runs are kryptonite for Robert Morris; snap win streak

Michael Deemer
April 25, 2022
Jamie Keller readies for a shot against Cincinnati. Photo credit: Michael Deemer

[Photo] Jamie Keller wins back-to-back MAC Defensive Player of the Week Honors

April 12, 2022
Jamie Keller readies for a shot against Cincinnati. Photo credit: Michael Deemer

Jamie Keller wins back-to-back MAC Defensive Player of the Week Honors

Michael Deemer
April 12, 2022
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