Segel: O’Brien proof that dreams do come true; can he lead BC back to prominence?

February 16, 2024

(Image courtesy of Victor Stefanescu / The Heights) By Alan Segel NEFJ Correspondent Chestnut Hill —Let’s be honest. When it comes to collegiate sports in New England in general and Boston in particular, the colleges take the lower tier in the sports pecking order. Yes, there is the phenomenon that is UConn basketball (men and women) and to some extent Providence College. However, these programs, while successful, have a local…

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Brown 30, Penn 26 – Bears defense comes up big in impressive road win

October 28, 2023

Image courtesy of Brown Athletics PHILADELPHIA- Brown Football is known for their offensive prowess but that narrative might change now because thanks to a stout defensive effort last night, the Bears upset Penn on the road, 30-26. The Bears defense intercepted Penn quarterback Aidan Sayin three times, including an Isaiah Reed interception in the end zone late in the game. A Quincy Eutsay sack on the last play of the……

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Brown 42, CCSU 20 – Bears passing game propels them to big win

September 30, 2023

By Mike Scandura NEFJ Correspondent  PROVIDENCE – Brown quarterback Jake Willcox put on a clinic Saturday in a non-conference game against Central Connecticut State. A senior from Everett, Mass., Willcox competed 26-of-39 passes and set career highs in passing yardage (386) plus touchdown passes (four) as the Bears romped, 42-20. On the season, Willcox has completed 98-of-140 passes (70 percent) for 1,104 yards replete with nine touchdowns and zero interceptions…….

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