Scott Greve Named Athletic DirectorJuly 18, 2019 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Vice President of Student Life David Schmiesing today announced Scott Greve as the new director of Athletics at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Greve will be the third director of athletics at Franciscan since the University brought back varsity athletics in 2007. “Scott brings decades of leadership and…
Franciscan University of Steubenville Announces New Athletic DirectorMike Holmes to Begin Duties May 1March 01, 2017 STEUBENVILLE—Vice President of Student Life David Schmiesing today announced Mike Holmes as the new director of Athletics at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Holmes will be the second director of Athletics at Franciscan since the University brought back varsity athletics…
Franciscan Frisbee Team Makes Nationals, Hosts First Home GameThe “Neal Rylatt Memorial“ Cup To Be Played May 7May 02, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—For the second year in a row, Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Ultimate Frisbee men’s club team, “Franciscan Fatal,” will compete for a national title after sweeping both the Ohio Conference and Ohio Valley Regional…
Franciscan Athletes Earn Their Place in HistoryBaron Basketball Standouts From ’60s and ’70s, Robert D’Anniballe, Sr. Set for Hall of Fame InductionSeptember 15, 2015 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Five legends from Baron athletics history are set to be inducted into Franciscan University’s Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 15, in the Tony and Nina Gentile Gallery of…
Ledyard Enshrined in Sports Faith Hall of FameFranciscan's Athletic Director honored with 11 other Catholic athletes, coaches, and teams.May 29, 2015 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Chris Ledyard, Franciscan University of Steubenville’s director of Athletics, was enshrined in the Sports Faith Hall of Fame in Chicago, Illinois, on Sunday, May 24, 2015. Ledyard was named College Athletic Director of the Year and selected…
Undefeated Club Team Sweeps National Frisbee TournamentWin Honors Memory of Franciscan University Student-Player Neal RylattMay 21, 2015 STEUBENVILLE, OH—While only in their second year of existence, the Franciscan University of Steubenville Ultimate Frisbee team, “Franciscan Fatal,” ended the season undefeated and ranked No. 1 at the USA Ultimate D-III College Championships. The trophy belonged to…
Franciscan Athletic Director to Receive Sports Faith International AwardLedyard to be Inducted Alongside NBA Star Bob Cousy, Olympic Gold Medalist Bonnie BlairMay 19, 2015 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO – Sports Faith International has named Franciscan University of Steubenville director of athletics, Chris Ledyard, their College Athletic Director of the Year. He will be enshrined in the Sports…
Henry J. Kuzma, “Coach Hank,” Dies at 86Kuzma was a legendary College of Steubenville basketball coach, later fundraiser and ambassador for Franciscan University of Steubenville.September 15, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Legendary Franciscan University of Steubenville basketball coach Hank J. Kuzma, 86, died Saturday, September 13, following a brief illness. Kuzma’s affiliation with Franciscan University spanned more than…
Baron Hall of Fame to Honor Five Outstanding Athletes, CoachesThe Hall of Fame Ceremony will take place before Sunday's Family Funfest and Rugby Ruckus.August 20, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville will induct five giants in its athletic history into the Baron Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be held on Sunday, August 31, in…
Rugby Ruckus Set for August 31 at Harding StadiumPre-Game Events Include Free Spinning Jenny ConcertAugust 14, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — Spinning Jenny, a Family Fun Fest, and a fast and furious rugby game will bring a festive atmosphere to Steubenville’s Harding Stadium this upcoming Labor Day weekend. Franciscan University of Steubenville’s 11th Annual Robert D’Anniballe…