Coaching through chaos
A national news story, a global pandemic and wedding planning have been part of Susan Ciufo’s journey as Temple’s field hockey coach. Story by Adam Croganale
2021
Former Temple football player making a difference in the community
Jeff Whittingham is addressing youth gun violence through his Philadelphia-based Growth, Love, Success Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. And he’s overcome some adversity along the way. Story by Sam Cohn
Glenn Papazian found happiness – and more work – in retirement
The former banker has found his true passion in retirement, writing game stories and features for his own website, PhillyCollegeSports.com. Story by Drew Bishop
“Taekwondo Joe” Pyfer has come a long in MMA
The South Jersey native overcame a difficult upbringing. Now he’s a ranked, 24-year-old MMA fighter with a 7-2 professional record. Story by Lindsey Moppert
Mayfair’s Kyle Daukaus is embarking upon his UFC career
The Father Judge High School graduate is 1-1 and currently ranked as the 52nd middleweight MMA fighter in the world. Story by Josh Safran
Aerialist Eugenia Rincón finds a home in Philadelphia
Her journey started in Venezuela, and now Rincón teaches weekly adult aerial and flexibility classes in Manayunk and Queen Village. Story by Courtney Murphy
Temple’s intramural programs adjust during pandemic
Students were still able to find outlets through Temple’s intramural program during COVID. Podcast hosts: Adam Crognale, Jonny Heller, Brian Matheis, Courtney Murphy, Esteban Suarez and Cameron Metzger
Temple Climbing Club finds its way during COVID
The University sport club has still been able to find walls and gyms during a challenging year. Story by Sam Cohn
Preparing to play: An inside look at how Temple managed its athletics facilities during COVID
Story by Lindsey Moppert and Sam Cohn
The story behind Temple’s COVID coverage
Kevin Copp and Cris Chavez talked about what goes into putting Temple’s athletic contests on the air via ESPN+.