February 9, 2009
Jason Banzhaf Earns 4th Player of the Week Award, 3rd in Last 4 Weeks
Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) earned his fourth Landmark Conference men's basketball Player of the Week award this week after shooting 70 percent from the field and 66.7 percent from three-point range.

February 8, 2009
Men's Basketball drops Susquehanna, 83-78
Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep), who finished with 26 points and 12 rebounds, led CUA to an 83-78 win over the Crusaders of Susquehanna University.

February 7, 2009
Men's Basketball Falls to Juniata, 71-64
Led by Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep), who recorded another double double tonight scoring 25 and grabbing 13 rebounds, the Cardinals fell to Juniata, 71-64.

February 2, 2009
Banzhaf, Smith Named Players of the Week
Sophomore basketball team member Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) and track member Andrew Smith (Arlington, Tenn./Bolton) were named Landmark Conference Players of the week for their efforts in last week's athletic competitions.

January 31, 2009
Men's Basketball Dominates Drew, 81-70
Led by Spencer Reed (Haddonfield, N.J./Haddonfield Memorial) who shot a stellar 80% from the field including a perfect afternoon from beyond the three point line, the CUA Cardinals dominated Drew Universty 81-70.

January 30, 2009
Men's Basketball Falls to Merchant Marine, 68-63
In a game that saw Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) mark 29 points and grab six boards, the Cardinals fell for the second time this season to the Merchant Marine Academy, tonight 68-63.

January 25, 2009
Crusaders Hold off Cardinals
CUA's men's basketball team fell victim to the hot shooting of Susquehanna guard Matt McDevitt Friday evening, falling to the host Crusaders 84-72. The Cardinals drop to 13-4 overall, 4-2 in the Landmark Conference.

January 25, 2009
CUA Earns Decisive Victory Over Juniata
The CUA men's basketball team battled against conference foe Juniata College Friday night, earning a convincing 65-48 decision over the Eagles. The Cards now improve to 5-2 in the Landmark Conference, 14-4 overall.

January 19, 2009
Banzhaf Named Player of the Week
CUA forward Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) has been named Landmark Conference Player of the Week for his efforts in last week's games against Moravian College and Scranton University. It is the second time Banzhaf has earned this honor in the 2008-2009 season.

January 17, 2009
Men's Basketball Comes From Behind Against Scranton
The CUA men's basketball team trailed by as many as seven for much of the first half, before the Cardinals rallied back and then defended their lead, winning 64-59.

January 16, 2009
Men's Basketball Tops Moravian, 74-60
With 27 points and 13 rebounds, Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) led CUA to a 74-60 conference win over Moravian to move to 3-1 in the Landmark Conference and 12-3 overall.

January 10, 2009
Men's Basketball Falls to USMMA
The Catholic University men’s basketball watched their six-game winning streak snap Saturday, as the squad fell to USMMA 76-66. With the loss, the Cardinals drop to 11-3 overall, 2-1 in the Landmark Conference.

January 9, 2009
Cardinals Trample Rangers
The Catholic University men's basketball team earned a solid 74-43 victory over Drew Friday evening. With the win, CUA improves to 11-2 on the year and remains unbeated in Landmark Conference play.

January 4, 2009
Men's Basketball Wins Tournament over Husson, 73-63
Tournament MVP Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) finished with 24 points and nine rebounds, as the Cardinals defeated Husson to win the 2009 CUA / Residence Inn - Greenbelt Classic, 73-63.

January 3, 2009
Men's Basketball Dominates in Tournament Opener
Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep), who finished with a team-high 19 points, led the way as CUA dominated St. Joseph's College (Brooklyn, N.Y.), 88-60.

December 20, 2008
Men's Basketball Tops Buffalo State
The Catholic University of America earned first place at the Oglethorpe Holiday Classic, edging out Buffalo State University 77-75 in Saturday afternoon's contest. The team now improves to 8-2 overall.

December 19, 2008
Men's Basketball Tramples Pitt-Greensburg
The Catholic University of America's men's basketball team earned a convincing 82-58 win over University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg in game one of the Oglethorpe Classic Friday evening.

December 8, 2008
Howes named "Best Area Coach" by Washington Post Online Poll
With over 7,500 total votes counted in the final round, CUA's own Steve Howes tallied 54% (approx. 4080 votes) and was named the "Area's Best Coach" by a Washington Post online poll.

December 7, 2008
Four Players In Double Figures Lift Men's Basketball to Conference Opening Win
Four Players In Double Figures Lift Men's Basketball to Conference Opening Win Led by Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep), who finished with 27 points and 13 rebounds, the Cardinals opened the 2008 Landmark Conference schedule with an 80-74 overtime win over Goucher.

November 30, 2008
Tartans Top Cardinals 61-56
The Catholic University men’s basketball team was defeated 61-56 by Carnegie Mellon in the championship game of the 18th Annual Radisson / Carnegie Mellon Tournament Sunday afternoon. The two evenly matched teams battled back and forth for the entire first half.

November 29, 2008
Cardinals Down York in Tournament Opener
PITTSBURGH, PA – The Catholic University men’s basketball team defeated York College (N.Y.) 65-55, in the first game of the Carnegie Mellon Invitational in Pittsburgh, PA. CUA's strong defensive play was the key to success in the victory Saturday afternoon.

November 25, 2008
Cards Drop Heartbreaker to Haverford
The Catholic University of America men’s basketball team gave a up a 10-point lead at halftime, falling to Haverford College 70-57 Tuesday evening. Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) scored a team-high 13 points for Catholic (4-1).

November 24, 2008
Banzhaf, Peterson Named Players of the Week
CUA sophomores Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J. / Seton Hall Prep) and Brianna Peterson (Garnerville, N.Y. / North Rockland) have been named Landmark Players of the Week for their tremendous efforts in the world of college hoops last week.

November 22, 2008
Fazzini Scores Career High 21 as CUA defeats Stevenson, 82-62
Matt Fazzini (Wayne, Pa./Conestoga) dropped a career high 21 points as CUA kept their winning streak alive defeating Stevenson (formerly Villa Julie College), 82-62.

November 19, 2008
Men's Basketball Remains Undefeated
Catholic University’s men’s basketball team continued their winning streak with an 80-68 victory over Washington & Lee on their home court Wednesday evening. CUA set the tone early, jumping out to a 13-4 lead in the first seven minutes of play.

November 17, 2008
Men's Basketball Starts Out Strong with Pair of Wins on the Road
The 2008-09 men's basketball squad couldn't have asked for a better start to the season. A tight game to open, grabbing a two point victory, and then a break out game that saw the Cardinals seperate themselves by 45.

November 14, 2008
Banzhaf Earns Honorable Mention in Preseason All-American Poll
Sophomore Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) has earned Division III Preseason All-American honorable mention recognition. Last season, Banzhaf was named the Landmark Conference Rookie of the Year after being a major contributor in his freshman season.

September 22, 2008
CUA Athletic Staff Members Attend Luncheon at White House
Dr. Allen and Head Men's Basketball Coach Steve Howes were in attendance at the White House as President Bush honored the Boston Celtics for winning the NBA Championship last season. Pictured above is Coach Howes with Doc Rivers at the event.

March 27, 2008
Landmark Announces Winter All-Academic Team
The Landmark Conference has announced that 32 student-athletes have been honored with selection to the 2007-08 Winter Landmark All-Academic Team. Two male and two female athletes from each of the eight Landmark institutions were selected for the team which honors athletes who have excelled athletically and academically.

February 27, 2008
Banzhaf Earns Landmark Rookie of the Year
– The Catholic University of America freshman Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) has been named the 2007-08 Landmark Conference men’s basketball Rookie of the Year and second team all-conference the league announced Wednesday. The forward was also one of just two freshmen named all-conference with 10 of the 12 spots going to seniors. He is the first CUA athlete to earn one of the top individual awards.

February 25, 2008
Banzhaf Named Player of the Week
Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) capped off his rookie year with an outstanding performance Saturday evening. He was recognized for his efforts with the Landmark Conference’s Player of the Week honor. This is the freshman’s first conference honor of the season.

February 23, 2008
Banzhaf’s Big Game Seals Cardinal Victory
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (10-15, 4-10 Landmark Conference) finished its season on a high note with a 76-68 victory over conference-rival Goucher College (6-19, 4-10 Landmark) who had beaten them previously this past season. Freshman Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) led CUA with 32 points and 18 rebounds marking the finest performance of his CUA career.

February 17, 2008
Cardinals Fly High with Win Over Moravian
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad got back on the winning track finishing out their home schedule with a 85-79 victory over the Moravian College Greyhounds (18-6, 9-4 Landmark Conference). CUA fought to get the win and improve to 9-15 on the season, 3-10 in conference with one game remaining for the young team.

February 16, 2008
Royals Rule Out Cards
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad had yet another rough one in the Landmark Conference Saturday evening with a 65-50 loss to the University of Scranton Royals (15-8, 7-5 Landmark Conference). The Cardinals scored a season-low 50 points and fall to 8-15 overall and 2-10 in conference.

February 10, 2008
Crusaders Too Much For CUA
The Catholic University men's basketball team (8-14, 2-9 Landmark Conference) had another tough Landmark Conference afternoon on Sunday with a 74-61 loss to the first place Susquehanna University Crusaders (12-9, 9-2 Landmark Conference). The defeat clinched a postseason berth for SU but also finished CUA’s chances at the Landmark Conference tournament.

February 9, 2008
Cards Lose 69-62 to Juniata
The Catholic University men's basketball team lost a close one 69-62 to the Juniata Eagles Saturday night. Freshmen Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) and Wes Parker (Germantown, Md./Northwest) combined for 26 points but it wasn’t enough for the victory. With the loss the Cards fall to 8-13 overall and 2-8 in the Landmark Conference.

February 2, 2008
Second Half Surge Not Enough for Cards
The Catholic University men's basketball team looked to have control of the second half Saturday afternoon against the Drew University Rangers (6-14, 3-6 Landmark Conference). Unfortunately a late comeback from Drew was too much and CUA's final three point attempt hit the front of the rim to give CUA the 66-64 loss. With the loss the Cardinals fall to 2-7 in the Landmark Conference and 8-12 on the season.

February 1, 2008
CUA Submarines USMMA 70-41
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad got its revenge on the United States Merchant Marine Academy Mariners (9-10, 4-4 Landmark Conference) Friday evening. After CUA fell in overtime in the teams' first conference meeting the Cards came back with a 70-41 victory to improve to 8-11 on the season and 2-6 in conference play. Freshman Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) was the story of the night for the Cardinals scoring 22 points going 10-10 from the line and bringing in a team-high 12 boards.

January 27, 2008
Cards Suffer Tough Overtime Loss
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad suffered a heartbreaking 74-71 overtime loss to the Juniata College Eagles (12-6, 5-2 Landmark) Sunday afternoon at the DuFour Center. After an exciting shot sent it into overtime, CUA just couldn’t pull out the win dropping the team to 7-11 overall and 1-6 in the Landmark Conference.

January 26, 2008
Susquehanna Holds Off Cards in Landmark Game
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (7-10, 1-5 Landmark Conference) had a tough task Saturday evening as they tried to beat the Susquehanna University Crusaders (9-7, 6-0 Landmark Conference) and hand them their first loss of conference play. Although CUA kept it close in the first half they were unable to get the victory falling 70-57.

January 19, 2008
Scranton Offense Too Much for CUA
The Catholic University men's basketball team couldn't stop a hot offense Saturday afternoon in a Landmark Conference showdown. CUA fell 73-55 to the University of Scranton Royals (10-6, 2-3 Landmark). Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) scored a team-high 15 points but it wasn't enough for the Cards who fall to 7-9 overall and 1-4 in conference play.

January 18, 2008
Greyhounds Race Past Cards 67-63
The Catholic University men's basketball team was edged by the Moravian College Greyhounds (11-4, 2-2 Landmark Conference) Friday evening in the first game of a Landmark Conference doubleheader weekend. The Cards fell 67-63 and with the loss drop to 7-8 on the season and 1-3 in the Landmark Conference.

January 12, 2008
Mariners Sink Cards in Overtime Thriller
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (7-7, 1-2 Landmark Conference) lost a wild one Saturday afternoon at the DuFour Center to the United States Merchant Marine Academy Mariners (5-7, 2-1 Landmark). A layup from freshman Chris McGrew (Burtonsville, Md./Paint Branch) sent it into overtime. The extra period proved to be a shootout as the teams went 4-5 from beyond the arc but in the end turnovers were the killer in CUA’s 70-65 loss.

January 11, 2008
Cardinals Rout Rangers 55-48
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (7-6, 1-1 Landmark Conference) defeated the Drew University Rangers (4-8, 1-1 Landmark) Friday evening at the DuFour Center in its first conference game of 2008. Three freshman starter stepped up and scored for the Cards to get the win.

January 6, 2008
Cardinals Fall in CUA Classic Championship
The Catholic University of America men’s basketball squad (6-6) lost, 67-59, in the championship game of their CUA Classic Sunday afternoon at the DuFour Center. The Cards were defeated by the Bates College Bobcats (6-3) who claimed the tourney crown. Cardinals Evin Yarbrough (Burke, Va./Lake Braddock) and Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) were both named to the all-tournament squad for their performances over the weekend.

January 5, 2008
Cards Beat Seahawks, Advance to CUA Classic Championship
After a slow start the Catholic University men’s basketball team (6-5) overcame their holiday malaise to defeat the Salve Regina Seahawks (1-7) in the semifinals of the 21st annual CUA Classic held at the DuFour Center on Saturday. CUA freshman Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) had a solid game posting his second career double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Cardinals.

January 4, 2008
Cards to Host CUA Classic
The Catholic University men's basketball squad will host the 21st annual CUA Classic this Saturday and Sunday at the DuFour Center. The Cards will face Salve Regina in the semifinals on Saturday at 4:00 p.m. The winners of both semifinal games will advance to the championship on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. with the consolation scheduled for 1:00 p.m.

December 17, 2007
Parker Named Men’s Basketball Player of the Week
Freshman forward Wes Parker (Germantown, Md./Northwest) has been named the Landmark Conference men’s basketball Player of the Week for the week ending December 16 after an outstanding performance in the Cardinals’ lone game for the seven-day period. This marks the first honor for Parker as well as the first player of the week selection for Catholic University this basketball season.

December 16, 2007
Cards Trample Mustangs, 75-60
The Catholic University men's basketball team (5-5) defeated the Villa Julie Mustangs (2-7) Sunday night in its final game of 2007. CUA faced the Mustangs at Towson University in a neutral meeting of the two teams. The Cards led from the opening minutes and carried the comfortable lead to the end getting the 75-60 victory.

December 8, 2007
Tartans Edge Cardinals
It was a roller coaster ride for the Catholic University men’s basketball squad (4-2) Saturday afternoon in a game against the Carnegie Mellon Tartans (4-5) filled with many ups and downs. Junior guards Nick Olivero (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson) and Evin Yarbrough (Burke, Va./Lake Braddock) were both perfect from the line and added six combined rebounds and freshman Chris McGrew (Burtonsville, Md./Paint Branch) had a career-high 15 but the Cardinals still fell short 70-57.

December 5, 2007
Poor Shooting Hurts CUA in Landmark Loss
The Catholic University of America men’s basketball squad struggled to find the bottom of the net Wednesday evening at the DuFour Center resulting in a 62-57 loss to the Goucher Gophers (2-4, 1-0 Landmark Conference). With the defeat, the Cards fall to 0-1 in Landmark Conference play and to 4-4 for the season.

December 1, 2007
Cardinals School Owls 80-38
The Catholic University men’s basketball team trounced the University of Maine-Presque Isle Owls (0-4) 80-38 Saturday afternoon in the consolation game of the Roger Taylor Invitational. The Cardinals dominated the game and improved to 4-3 on the season. Freshman Jason Banzhaf (Livingston, N.J./Seton Hall Prep) was named to the all-tournament squad after leading CUA in scoring on Sunday and ranking as the second leading scorer on Friday.

November 30, 2007
Cards Give Up Big Lead in 92-88 Loss
The Catholic University men's basketball squad lost a 19-point second half lead to fall 92-88 to the Piedmont Lions (4-1) in the opening round of the Roger Taylor Invitational Friday evening. CUA controlled the game until midway through the second when the Lions mounted a 16-2 run to take the lead with 6:01 remaining. With the loss the Cards drop to 3-3 on the season.

November 25, 2007
Spartans Down Cards in Bill Sudeck Championship
The Catholic University men's basketball squad fell in the championship game of the Bill Sudeck Holiday Tournament Sunday afternoon to hosts, Case Western Reserve (4-1). The Cardinals were edged 74-70 by the Spartans to move to 3-2 on the season. Junior Nick Olivero (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson) and sophomore Matt Fazzini (Wayne, Pa./Conestoga) were both named to the all-tournament squad for their performances over the past two days.

November 24, 2007
Cardinals Advance to Bill Sudeck Championship
The Catholic University men's basketball squad (3-1) beat the Mount Union College Raiders (1-2) Saturday evening in the semifinals of the Bill Sudeck Holiday Tournament hosted by Case Western Reserve. Nick Olivero (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson) scored 19 points to lead the Cards who have advanced to the championship game on Sunday afternoon.

November 20, 2007
Cards Edge Haverford, 66-62
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (2-1) showed maturity beyond its years Tuesday evening in a 66-62 victory over the Haverford College Fords (1-2). The underclassmen-filled team pulled together to overcome a second half deficit to pull ahead in the closing minutes.

November 18, 2007
Cards Go 1-1 at Oki Data Tip Off Classic
The Catholic University men's basketball squad (1-1) split its two games at the Oki Data Tip Off Classic this past weekend hosted by Widener University. The Cards defeated the Delaware Valley Aggies (0-1) on Friday 64-60 but fell to the host Pioneers 72-62 on Saturday. A pair of freshmen led the squad in scoring over the weekend showing off the Cards' talented large recruiting class.

November 12, 2007
Cards Picked Third in Landmark Conference Poll
The Catholic University men’s basketball team was selected third in the Landmark Conference preseason basketball poll. The teams are voted upon by league head coaches and sports information directors. Scranton and Susquehanna were selected ahead of the Cardinals, both were wins on CUA’s 2006-07 schedule.

October 15, 2007
CUA Men’s Basketball Releases 2007-08 Schedule
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad has released its 2007-08 schedule. The schedule has an updated look as CUA joins the newly-formed Landmark Conference in its inaugural season.

October 10, 2007
Hoops and harmony: How PeacePlayers is changing the Middle East
Former Catholic University men's basketball guard Sean Tuohey is the founder and director of PeacePlayers, formerly known as Playing for Peace. Tuohey received his B.A. from CUA in 1999 after playing for the Cardinals for three seasons. He scored 1,072 career points and is currently ranked 30th among all-time scorers.

October 4, 2007
In the Gym with Catholic U Coach Steve Howes
Year in and year out, the Cardinals of Catholic University field one of the better D-III hoops programs in the nation. They have won 20+ games in 10 consecutive seasons-currently the second longest streak in DIII. The Cardinals have made 11 NCAA Tournament appearances in the last 15 seasons and have 2 former players currently on rosters overseas.

August 13, 2007
Three Cardinals Named to NABC Honor Court
Three members of the Catholic University Men’s Basketball squad were named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches’ Honor Court. Stephen Wheeler, Pat Dwyer and Sean Kelly all earned spots on academic squad after achieving over a 3.2 GPA and receiving a nomination from the coaching staff.

June 18, 2007
Olivero and Robinson Named CUA Athletes of the Year
Nick Olivero (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson ) and Kate Robinson (Emmitsburg, Md./Catoctin) have been voted the Catholic University Student-Athletes of the Year for the 2006-07 school year, capping off two strong semesters for Cardinal athletics. This year’s honorees are both two-sport athletes who excelled on their respective teams despite their underclassman status. The award is voted on by the coaches and is given out to a non-senior male and female each year.

May 29, 2007
Kamm Joins the Cardinal Staff
Catholic University head coach Steve Howes announced Tuesday that Justin Kamm has joined the Cardinal men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach for the 2007-08 season. Kamm comes to CUA from the University of Miami where he served as a graduate assistant coach with the Hurricanes.

May 14, 2007
Marrion and Kelly Given SAAC Awards
Seniors Sean Kelly (Syracuse, N.Y./West Genesee) and Rachel Marrion (Los Altos, Calif./Archbishop Mitty) were awarded two Student Athlete Advisory Committee role model awards last Thursday at the Catholic University Senior Student Athlete Banquet.

May 11, 2007
Stengle and Wheeler Receive Top Athletic Honors
Seniors Kim Stengle (Old Bridge, N.J./Old Bridge) and Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) were named the winners of the Donley and Harris Cups at the Catholic University Senior Awards Banquet Thursday evening at the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center. The awards are the highest honor for graduating student-athletes.

May 10, 2007
Dinsmore and Dwyer Named Senior Athletes of the Year
Jayme Dinsmore (Dunkirk, Md./Northern) and Patrick Dwyer (Williamsburg, Va./Walsingham Academy) were named the Catholic University male and female Senior Athletes of the Year at Thursday evenings Senior Student Athlete Banquet. The awards are given out annually to a male and female who has had an outstanding four-year career at CUA.

April 24, 2007
Six Cardinals Earn University Honors
Last Thursday evening The Catholic University of America held its Student Leadership Recognition Celebration. Among the 27 undergraduate awards given out, seven were honored with six receiving individual recognition. Kelli McErlean, a member of the track and field squad, was one of the masters of ceremonies and also received one of the twelve Student Activities Awards for her work with campus ministry.

March 15, 2007
Fumai and Wheeler Named All-Region
Catholic University’s Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) and Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) have both been named to the D3hoops.com Mid-Atlantic all-region third team. The honor caps off a successful season for the Cardinal duo who led CUA to a record of 23-6, a Capital Athletic Conference title and berth in the NCAA D-III Tournament.

March 3, 2007
Lincoln Eliminates CUA From NCAA Tournament
Nick Olivero (Fairfax, Va./W.T. Woodson) and Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) each scored 18 points but neither effort was enough to get the victory for the Catholic University men’s basketball squad Saturday night at the DuFour Center. With the 81-70 loss to the Lincoln University of Pennsylvania Lions (20-8) CUA was eliminated from the NCAA tournament and finished the season 23-6.

March 2, 2007
Cardinals Down Falcons in First Round of NCAA's
The Catholic University Cardinals (23-5) defeated the Messiah College Falcons (19-7) 58-37 friday night in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at CUA’s DuFour Center in Washington, D.C. The win marks the sixth time the Cards have advanced to the second round of the tourney, the last time was in 2004.

March 1, 2007
Catholic Overcomes Adversity for NCAA Tournament Bid
By winning the Capital Athletic conference tournament last Saturday over Hood, the Catholic University men’s basketball team qualified for their second straight Division III national tournament.

February 27, 2007
Three Cards Earn All-CAC Honors
The Catholic University of America has had three men’s basketball players earn 2006-07 All-Capital Athletic Conference honors. Senior Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) was named to the first team while classmates Patrick Dwyer (Williamsburg, Va./Walsingham Academy) and Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) were both named to the second team. This is the second honor for Dwyer and the first all-conference award for both Fumai and Wheeler.

February 26, 2007
Dwyer Named CAC Athlete of the Week
Catholic University senior forward Patrick Dwyer (Williamsburg, Va./Walsingham Academy) has been named the Capital Athletic Conference men’s basketball Athlete of the Week for the week ending February 25.

February 26, 2007
Catholic University to Host NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds
For the second year in row, the Catholic University of America men’s basketball team has won the Capital Athletic Conference giving them an automatic bid in to the NCAA Tournament. Additionally, the Cardinals have been selected to host a four-team regional this Friday and Saturday for the opening rounds of the tourney at the DuFour Center.

February 24, 2007
Second Half Surge Gives CUA the CAC Championship
Catholic University (22-5) scored 51 points in the second half to come back and beat the Hood Blazers, 85-75, (21-7) Saturday evening in the Capital Athletic Conference championship game at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School. CUA overcame a seven-point halftime deficit to beat the top-seeded Blazers and receive the league’s automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament. The win also marked CUA’s seventh conference championship, giving them the most in the league, as well as the third time they have won it back to back seasons.

February 23, 2007
Cardinals to be Featured on D3Hoops.com’s Hoopsville
Catholic University men’s basketball coach Steve Howes will be featured on D3hoops.com’s Hoopsville this Sunday. The broadcast begins at 7:00 p.m., and host Dave McHugh will speak to Howes at 7:30 p.m., during the Team of the Week segment.

February 22, 2007
CUA Pulls Out 69-67 Victory in CAC Semifinal
It took a team effort but the Catholic University men’s basketball squad (21-5) managed to come away with the 69-67 victory over the Mary Washington Eagles (16-10) Thursday evening at the DuFour Center. With the win CUA has advanced to the Capital Athletic Conference championship game on Saturday versus Hood.

February 20, 2007
Cardinals Trounce Sea Gulls in First Round of CAC
Senior Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) peaked at just the right time for the Catholic University Cardinals (20-5) Tuesday evening at the DuFour Center. The senior had 26 points and 14 rebounds in the Cards’ first game of the Capital Athletic Conference tournament against Salisbury (12-14). With the win the Cards now advance to CAC semi finals and also continue their streak of ten 20 plus win seasons.

February 17, 2007
Cardinals Best Eagles on Senior Day
The Catholic University men’s basketball game on Saturday was a must-win for both teams involved. The winner would get the number two seed in the Capital Athletic Conference tournament while the loser would be the fourth seed at best with the possibility of dropping lower. After forty hard-fought minutes the Cardinals (19-5, 11-5 CAC) came away with the 74-61 win and the number two seed while the Mary Washington Eagles (15-9, 9-7 CAC) dropped to the number six position.

February 15, 2007
Ex-Falcons lighting it up for Catholic
As four-year members of the Good Counsel High boys basketball program, county residents Scott Fumai and Stephen Wheeler spent the bulk of their playing days in the shadows of their more recognized teammates, but in their final campaign at Catholic University, Fumai and Wheeler are the brightest lights shining on a season that could end with a trip to the NCAA Division III tournament.

February 14, 2007
Cardinals Too Much for Bison
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (18-5, 10-5 Capital Athletic Conference) avenged an earlier loss Wednesday evening with the 70-52 victory over the Gallaudet Bison (4-20, 1-14 CAC). Earlier this year the Bison came away from the DuFour Center with their first conference victory but the Cardinals didn’t let history repeat itself with the convincing win.

February 10, 2007
Cards Get By Sea Gulls 74-72
Catholic University men’s basketball battled the Salisbury (12-11, 7-7 CAC) Saturday afternoon at the DuFour Center and come out with the 74-72 win which keeps them in the hunt for some of the top spots in the Capital Athletic Conference. The win improves the squad to 17-5 for the season and 9-5 in the CAC which ties them for third.

February 8, 2007
York Edges CUA 67-63
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (16-5, 8-5 Capital Athletic Conference) was able to hold the York Spartans (15-8, 9-5 CAC) scoreless for over nine minutes in the second half. Unfortunately it wasn’t enough to get the victory as CUA fell 67-63 Thursday night at the Grumbacher Center. The loss mixes up the conference standings as the Cards fall back to third place but each team at the top is separated by a game or less.

February 5, 2007
Fumai Named CAC Athlete of the Week
Senior forward Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) has been named the Capital Athletic Conference Athlete of the Week for the week ending February 3. In two games Fumai led CUA to a 2-0 record and scored his 1,000 career point.

February 3, 2007
Fumai Hits 1,000 in CUA Win At Hood
Scott Fumai scored 19 points, including the 1,000th of his career, and Stephen Wheeler added 18 to lead Catholic University to a 69-62 victory over Hood College at Thomas Johnson High School on Saturday.

January 31, 2007
CUA Wins in 67-64 OT Thriller
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (15-4, 7-4 CAC) knew it was in for a battle Wednesday evening at the DuFour Center against the Marymount Saints (10-9, 5-6 CAC). The last time the two squads met, CUA eked out the victory despite an incredibly rough game that saw three technicals and an ejection. On Wednesday, CUA was in a different boat with a nine-point lead at the halftime looking to be in control. The Saints came back and forced overtime but the Cards were able to come away with the 67-64 win.

January 27, 2007
Dwyer Scores 1,000th in Cardinal Victory
After losing a tough 68-62 game to Goucher (6-12, 3-7 Capital Athletic Conference) back in December, the Catholic University men’s basketball team (14-4, 6-4 CAC) was looking to prove something Saturday night in Maryland. Senior Patrick Dwyer (Williamsburg, Va./Walsingham Academy) had a little extra ammunition as the forward was just eight points away from reaching 1,000 in his career. After forty minutes of play both Dwyer and the Cardinals made the statement they intended to with an 80-49 win.

January 25, 2007
Wheeler Leads CUA over St. Mary’s
Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) had a standout performance Thursday night against the St. Mary’s Seahawks (9-8, 4-5 Capital Athletic Conference) to get The Catholic University of America men’s basketball (13-4, 5-4 CAC) squad the 75-73 victory. The game was a momentum change for the Cards who broke their two-game losing streak and moved ahead of the Seahawks in conference as both teams had been tied for third.

January 23, 2007
CUA Falls to Mary Washington
The Catholic University men’s basketball team dropped the first of a three-game road trip with a 64-56 loss to the Mary Washington Eagles (12-4, 6-2 CAC). The loss was the second in a row for the Cards who now fall to 12-4 overall, 4-4 in the Capital Athletic Conference.

January 20, 2007
Gallaudet Stuns Cardinals
The Catholic University men’s basketball squad (12-3, 4-3 CAC) had a rough day against the Gallaudet Bison (3-12, 1-6 CAC). With their two leading scorers struggling from the field CUA was unable to find an answer for a scrappy Bison squad looking for its first win in the Capital Athletic Conference. Despite a close game and numerous chances, CUA couldn’t come up with the victory falling 55-51 and ending its six-game win streak.

January 17, 2007
Cards Rise Above Sea Gulls in 62-58 Victory
Wednesday evening’s Catholic University men’s basketball game was a battle between two of the top scorers in the Capital Athletic Conference. In the 62-58 Cardinal victory senior Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel), the fourth ranked scorer in the league, went up against Salisbury’s (9-6, 4-2 CAC) Ray Williams who currently sits in the number one position. Although Williams slightly edged Fumai in scoring, the Cardinals came out on top improving to 12-2 overall and 4-2 in the CAC.

January 13, 2007
Cards Flatten Spartans 78-61
The Catholic University men’s basketball team continued to use its tough man to man defense and efficiency in the paint to roll over the York College Spartans (9-4, 3-3 CAC) Saturday afternoon at the DuFour Center. CUA beat York 78-61 to improve to 11-2 overall and 3-2 in the Capital Athletic Conference.

January 7, 2007
Cards Defeat Bluejays, Win CUA Classic
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (10-2) won its fourth straight Sunday afternoon at the DuFour Center. The Cardinals’ 61-42 victory over the Elizabethtown Bluejays (6-6) gave CUA its 12th Classic championship and second is the last two years. Patrick Dwyer (Williamsburg, Va./Walsingham Academy) was named the tournament MVP after leading the Cards in the championship game and Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel) was also named to the All-Tournament squad after two outstanding performances.

January 6, 2007
Cardinals Upend Monarchs in CUA Classic
With Catholic University’s two leading scorers having an off day, the men’s basketball team (9-2) was looking for someone else to step in. In the Cardinals’ 72-43 victory over the Methodist Monarchs (4-5), that person was Stephen Wheeler (Silver Spring, Md./Good Counsel). The senior center scored a game and career-high 25 points and added eight rebounds. Wheeler was all over the court Saturday afternoon at the DuFour Center converting two three-point plays and throwing down a monstrous dunk off of a fast break in the second half to ignite the crowd.

January 3, 2007
Cards’ Last Second Shot Sinks Crusaders
Steven Papageorge’s acrobatic shot with no time remaining bounced around the rim before going in to give the Catholic University men’s basketball team (8-2) the 78-76 win over the Susquehanna Crusaders (7-4) Wednesday evening at the DuFour Center. CUA came back from a 19-point deficit to get the victory over its future Landmark Conference opponent.

December 18, 2006
CUA Defeats Villa Julie 77-67
Catholic University men’s basketball (7-2) used a total team effort in its 77-67 win over the Villa Julie Mustangs (4-4) Monday evening at the DuFour Center. Four players scored in double digits and the Cards forced 15 Villa Julie turnovers to improve to 7-2 going into a two-week break for the holidays.

December 9, 2006
Blazers Shoot Down Cards 79-73
The Catholic University of America men’s basketball team (6-2, 2-2 CAC) fell to the sharpshooting Hood Blazers (7-2, 3-1 CAC) for its second Capital Athletic Conference loss of the season. The Blazers shot 49 percent for the game including a 51.7 percent effort in the second half to get the 79-73 victory. Scott Fumai Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) had a big first half for the Cards with 25 points but was limited to just two in the second.

December 6, 2006
Cardinals Get Wild Win Over Marymount
Crazy can be the only word to describe Catholic University’s men’s basketball (6-1, 2-1 CAC) game Wednesday evening against the Marymount Saints (3-3, 1-2 CAC). After losing at the half, CUA came back to get the 68-55 victory despite an incredibly rough game that saw one ejection, three technicals, one intentional and 45 personal fouls.

December 2, 2006
Gophers Hand Cards First Loss of the Season
Turnovers were the story of the game for the Catholic University men’s basketball team (5-1-1 CAC) Saturday afternoon at the DuFour Center. The Cardinals blew an 18-point lead by committing 27 turnovers in their 68-62 loss to the Goucher Gophers. Goucher on the other hand had more 19 steals and just 16 turnovers to give CUA its first loss on the season.

December 2, 2006
Fumai Shoots Into Spotlight

November 29, 2006
Papageorge’s Three Keeps Cards Undefeated
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (5-0, 1-0 CAC) battled back from a halftime deficit to get its first win in conference play and stay undefeated for the season Wednesday night at the DuFour Center. CUA beat the St. Mary’s (Md.) Seahawks (1-3, 0-1 CAC) 67-62 on the first day of Capital Athletic Conference play. Steve Papageorge (Annandale, Va./Falls Church) hit a three-pointer with 12 seconds left to give the Cards the lead and the eventual victory.

November 25, 2006
Cardinals Down Royals, 71-61
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (4-0) stayed undefeated with a 71-61 victory over the University of Scranton Royals (1-1) Saturday afternoon. The Cards saw a big first half lead dwindle but came out with the win.

November 21, 2006
CUA Outlasts Fords 61-55
The Catholic University men’s basketball team (3-0) had a scare against the Haverford Fords (0-3) Tuesday night in Pennsylvania but came away with the 61-55 win. CAC Player of the Week Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) led the team with 19 points including some big free throws and three pointers.

November 20, 2006
Fumai Named CAC Athlete of the Week
Senior forward Scott Fumai (Rockville, Md./Good Counsel) was named the Capital Athletic Conference Athlete of the Week for the week ending November 19. Fumai has earned the distinction of the first athlete to be honored this season.

November 18, 2006
Men’s Basketball Wins Albright Tournament
Catholic University men’s basketball (2-0) beat the Albright Lions (1-1) Saturday night in the host Lions’ Wyndham Tip Off Tournament. The 67-62 victory gave CUA the tournament title and improved the squad to 2-0 for the season.

November 17, 2006
Cardinals Come Back to Beat Neumann 85-73
After a slow start the Catholic University men’s basketball squad (1-0) forced the ball into the paint and eventually beat the Neumann Knights (0-1) 85-73 at the Wyndham Tip Off Tournament hosted by Albright. With the win the Cards advance to the championship game on Saturday.

November 16, 2006
CUA Men's Basketball Tips Off Friday Night
Catholic University will look to make it 10 consecutive 20-win seasons and postseason appearances in 2006-07. The Cardinals return two fulltime starters and one sometime starter to a team that finished 21-7 last year, won the Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) championship and advanced to the NCAA playoffs for the eighth time in the past nine years.

November 3, 2006
CUA Battles in Exhibition Against D-I Loyola
Catholic University men’s basketball traveled to Baltimore Friday night for an exhibition game with the Loyola College Greyhounds. The game was significant for the CUA program as both head coaches are former Cardinal players.

November 2, 2006
CUA Alums Square off Friday Night
The Catholic University men’s basketball team will travel to Baltimore Friday evening to kick off the 2006 basketball season with an exhibition game against Division I Loyola College at 7:00 p.m. The game will feature two CUA alums as Cardinal head coach Steve Howes will take his team up against Jimmy Patsos and his Greyhounds.

October 16, 2006
Cardinals Release 2006-07 Schedule
The Catholic University men’s basketball team has released its 2006-07 schedule. Highlights include an exhibition game against former CUA standout Jimmy Pastos and his Loyola College squad as well as a trip to the Albright Tournament in November.

October 4, 2006
Suiting Back Up
Matt Hilleary still wants to play basketball, even if it means going overseas.

October 3, 2006
Three Assistants Join CUA Program
After their highly successful 2005-06 season, the CUA men’s basketball team looks to aim higher and higher. Helping them do so will be a new trio of assistant coaches. Brett Davis, Theo Gremminger, and Damon Pigrom will be pacing the sidelines this season along with head coach Steve Howes.