Sports

Athletic Recruitment Challenges Among High School Program Shutdowns 

Participation in high school sports has rapidly declined over the years. Learn how SAU's football team has dealt with this issue in recruiting college athletes.

 Bowler Turns Dream Season into Lasting Legacy

SAU sophomore, Tyler Close, won both individual and team bowling championships this past year, and is know reflecting on the amazing season he has had.

St. Ambrose Bowlers Rise to National Championship Title 

SAU won its first national championship in men’s bowling in Green Bay, claiming both the team title over Mount Mercy and the singles title with Tyler Close, as players reflected on the challenge of the season and looked ahead to building on their success.

Losing Her Sight, Finding Direction: A Blind Student’s Path to Purpose

At 23, Delaney Walsh navigates graduate school, coaching, and a lifelong love of sports while adapting to life with Stargardt’s disease and a sudden loss of central vision.

Ice Fever: SAU Fans Rally for Stanley Cup Playoffs

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are bringing playoff energy to the Quad Cities, where hockey fans continue to fuel the region’s growing love for the game.

Inside SAU Athletics: Women’s Track & Field

Catch up with the SAU Women's Track and Field program as they head into their Conference and National Meets!

Rewriting the Script: Indiana Football’s Historic Path to Perfection

Once the biggest losing program in FBS history, Indiana football completed a stunning two-year turnaround under Curt Cignetti, going 16–0 and winning the 2025 national championship.

Chasing Seconds, Writing Stories

A disciplined swimmer from Hungary, György Domonkos balances life in the pool with a passion for storytelling, building a future shaped by both structure and sport.

From the Majors to the Mississippi: Baseball Returns to Davenport

Now that spring is here, baseball season is returning to the Quad Cities and fans are excited to be back at Modern Woodmen Park.

Dance Reclaims Title as St. Ambrose Spirit Programs Show Resilience at Nationals

The St. Ambrose dance team reclaimed its national championship title after falling just short the previous year, driven by months of intense preparation and attention to detail.