https://www.udcfirebirds.com en-us https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220728kn3bhw West Babylon, N.Y. - The East Coast Conference announced the 2020-21 recipients of its annual Academic Team of Excellence Awards on Thursday afternoon. The University of the District of Columbia's women's Outdoor track and Field, Men's and Women's Tennis teams Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220728kn3bhw https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220728ldimyx West Babylon, N.Y. – The East Coast Conference announced on Thursday afternoon that over 1,400 student-athletes from the conference's 10 member schools and 14 associate member schools have been named to the league’s Commissioner’s Honor Roll for the 2021-2022 season. UDC boasts 61 Student-Athletes on the Commissioner's Honor Roll. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220728ldimyx https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220713lwjsib WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's men's and women's tennis teams earned the DII ITA All-Academic team honors. Eleven Student-Athletes also received ITA Scholar-Athlete honors, as was announced, Tuesday morning by the Association. Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220713lwjsib https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220507m0xvys FLUSHING, N.Y. - The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team fell to Franklin Pierce 0-4 in round two of the NCAA East Regional Tournament, Saturday afternoon at the Queens College Tennis Center. The Firebirds finished the season with a 15-3 record, and the Ravens move on to the sweet sixteen with a 15-5 record. Sat, 07 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220507m0xvys https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220506o2n270 FLUSHING N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team will face off against Franklin Pierce, tomorrow May 7th, at Queens College in the NCAA Division II East Regional tournament second round. Fri, 06 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220506o2n270 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220503ypytp7 WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's Department of Athletics hosted its annual Student-Athlete Recognition Luncheon, Monday, May 2nd at noon in the E.B Henderson Sports Complex. The Ceremony awarded MVPs, Coaches Awards, Academic honor roll, and the most prestigious award of the day, the Reslyn Henley Memorial Award. Tue, 03 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220503ypytp7 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220503wulrj1 INDIANAPOLIS- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team earned the #2 seed in this year's upcoming NCAA Division II East Regional Tournament. The Firebirds (14-2) will get a first-round by as they await the result of the #3 seeded Queens College (11-3) and the #6 seeded Franklin Pierce (11-2), and will face off against the winner on Saturday, May 6th at noon. Tue, 03 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220503wulrj1 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220414lxn51d WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team was ranked second, in the first NCAA East Regional poll, as was announced Wednesday. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220414lxn51d https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220415f0ksrj WILMINGTON, DE- The University of the District of Columbia's women's Tennis team picked up their second loss of the season falling to Goldey-Beacom College 4-3, Thursday afternoon at the Delcastle Tennis Center. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220415f0ksrj https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220407l7wi5c WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team defeated Jefferson 7-0, Wednesday evening at the UDC Tennis Courts. The Firebirds improved their record to 15-1 on the season while the Rams fell to 10-8. Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220407l7wi5c https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220331iuvwra WASHINGTON, DC- In honor of women’s history month and the 50th anniversary of Title IX, the University of the District of Columbia’s Department of Athletics celebrates the accomplishments of the legendary Bessie Stockard and the stamp that she has left on women’s sports and continues to leave on her students. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220331iuvwra https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220323gwiazn WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team improved to #15 in Division II ITA National rankings! They are also the No.1 ranked team in the East Region. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220323gwiazn https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220324grvq1m WASHINGTON, DC- In the battle of the unbeaten, The University of the District of Columbia's women's team saw their 14 game win streak come to an end after falling to Wilmington (Delaware) 4-3, Wednesday afternoon at the Benning and Stoddart Recreation Center. Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220324grvq1m https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220310j1b89s WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team was ranked #21 in the ITA's spring national rankings. Simoné Pärn was also ranked 42nd in the singles rankings. Thu, 10 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220310j1b89s https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220306uvirq5 FLUSHING, N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team improved their win streak to 14, after defeating Post University 7-0, Saturday morning at the Queens College Tennis Center. Sat, 05 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220306uvirq5 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220226w3rt0u SYRACUSE, N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia's women's tennis team pulled away with a big 4-3 road victory over Le Moyne College, Saturday evening at the Elevate Fitness Arena. This marks the Firebirds' 13th straight win, improving their record to 13-0 on the season. Sat, 26 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220226w3rt0u https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220219d185lb WASHINGTON – The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) will honor the late Dr. Edwin B. Henderson by renaming its sports complex after him. Dr. Henderson was given the name “Grandfather of Black Basketball” for his legacy and contribution to sports in the District of Columbia. Sat, 19 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/general/2021-22/releases/20220219d185lb https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220218yn6ps6 WASHINGTON, D.C.- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team defeated Harford CC 7-0, in their spring season opener to continue their win streak. The Firebirds, who won the ECC Championships in the Fall, have an automatic bid into the NCAA tournament and will look to continue to improve on their record. Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20220218yn6ps6 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211202hyaz3s WASHINGTON, DC- Simoné Pärn, Mariona Franco, and Zicheng Zeng were featured in the regional rankings as was announced by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) on November 23rd. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211202hyaz3s https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211103j9tp18 WEST BABYLON, N.Y.- The East Coast Conference announced its Women's tennis All-Conference selections on Wednesday afternoon. Head Coach Theodore Mahaffey II, earned Coach of the Year, Valentina Brienza earned Co-Rookie of the year, and Simoné Pärn, Mariona Franco, Sofia Bellucco, and Joanna Skrzypczynska earned All-Conference awards for their performances during the 2021 Fall Season. Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211103j9tp18 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211030v189qp FLUSHING N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team was crowned the East Coast Conference Champions after defeating two-time reigning ECC Champs, Queens college 4-2 in the championship finals. The Firebirds finished the Fall season with a flawless 11-0 record and an NCAA Tournament berth for the Spring. Sat, 30 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211030v189qp https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211029j8iu9l FLUSHING N.Y.- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team defeated Daemen College in the ECC semifinal round 4-0, on Friday afternoon at the Queens College Tennis Center to advance to the finals. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211029j8iu9l https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211028pop0xe WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team will face off against Daemen College in the ECC Championship Semifinals on Friday, October 29th at the Queens College Tennis Center in Flushing N.Y. The match is slated to begin at 11:00 am. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211028pop0xe https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211023w7t7vl WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team secured the top seed spot in the ECC tournament after defeating D’Youville on the UDC Tennis Courts, Saturday afternoon. Sat, 23 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211023w7t7vl https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211022t3hda1 WASHINGTON, DC- Simoné Pärn, Sofia Bellucco, and Joanna Skrzypczynska were celebrated as seniors of the UDC women’s tennis team, Friday morning at the UDC Tennis Courts. The Firebirds snatched up another conference win with a dominating 7-0 performance over Daemen College. Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211022t3hda1 https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211015y93zfx WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team defeated Bloomsburg 7-0, on Friday afternoon at the UDC Tennis courts. The Firebirds improved to an overall 7-0 record with their fifth 7-0 victory of the season. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211015y93zfx https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211013tszshi MILLERSVILLE, PA- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team picked up another road win with a 7-0 victory over Millersville, to remain undefeated on the season. The Firebirds are now 6-0 on the season and 3-0 in the conference. Wed, 13 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211013tszshi https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211011bmmebc PHILADELPHIA, PA- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team wrapped up the weekend with a 2-0 record, after defeating USciences, Sunday evening at the Hamlin Center. The Firebirds improved their record to 5-0 overall and 3-0 in conference play. Sun, 10 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211011bmmebc https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211009u7k78m WASHINGTON, DC- The University of the District of Columbia’s women’s tennis team faced off against ECC foe, Molloy College to grab their first victory at home on the new tennis courts. The Firebirds defeated the Lions 7-0, to improve 4-0, 3-0 in the conference. Sat, 09 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20211009u7k78m https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20210927o0e0pb BABYLON, N.Y. – Mariona Franco and Valentina Brienza swept the ECC Women’s Tennis Weekly Awards earning Player and Rookie of the Week honors, for their performances over the weekend. Vitor Gomes made the men’s soccer weekly Honor Roll. Mon, 27 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT https://www.udcfirebirds.com/sports/wten/2021-22/releases/20210927o0e0pb