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The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
Marshall University's Student Newspaper

The Parthenon
All content by Rick Farlow
Marshall head football coach Doc Holliday leaves the field following warmups during the Thundering Herd’s 2018 season opener at Miami (Ohio) on Sept. 1, 2018. Holliday announced three additions to the coaching staff on Monday.

[Photo] Marshall football elevates Price to co-DC, adds to 2019 coaching staff

Kieran Intemann, Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
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Goodbye, Marshall. From Rick Farlow

Goodbye, Marshall. From Rick Farlow

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
December 4, 2018
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The Herd last faced the Hokies in Blacksburg on December 1, 2018.

[Photo] Offensive struggles lead to blowout loss against Virginia Tech

Morgan Griffith, Reporter
December 4, 2018
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Senior middle blocker Jordyn Williams (left) and senior setter Karley York (right) combine to block on FAU attack in North Texas’ quarterfinal win against the Owls.

[Photo] Rice, North Texas victorious in C-USA volleyball quarterfinal

November 17, 2018
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Marshall junior forward, Ante Sustic, elevates for a dunk over Mount St. Mary's defender Brandon Leftwich. Sustic scores five points in the contest.

Men’s basketball uses three-pointer to down Mount St. Mary’s

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
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Marshall senior guard Rondale Watson drives through Hofstra defenders in the paint. Watson has 14 points in Marshall's win over the Pride.

[Photo] Herd men’s basketball to take on Mount St. Mary’s

Derek Gilbert, Reporter
November 13, 2018
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Senior guard C.J. Burks puts up a floater during Marshall's home defeat of Hofstra. Burks scores 23 points with six assists.

[Photo] Men’s basketball edges Hofstra

Sydney Shelton, Reporter
November 12, 2018
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Marshall senior guard Rondale Watson elevates through WV Wesleyan defenders for a finger roll layup. Watson scores nine points with five rebounds and two assists in the contest.

[Photo] Men’s basketball rides defense to defeat West Virginia Wesleyan

Sydney Shelton, Reporter
November 1, 2018
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Marshall's softball team lines up for the national anthem prior to its home game against Charlotte last season.

New softball coach readies for Marshall tenure

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
October 30, 2018
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Sophomore guard Jarrod West holds up a hand gesture after hitting a 3-pointer in Marshall’s 113-108 win over Glenville State. The Herd plays another exhibition Thursday before beginning the regular season Nov. 7 at Eastern Kentucky.

[Photo] Men’s basketball outlasts Glenville State

Taylor Huddleston, Contributor
October 30, 2018
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Former Herd quarterback Michael Payton dies at 48

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
September 27, 2018
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Redshirt sophomore running back Tyler King shows emotion in the first quarter of Marshall’s 35-28 win over the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks. King accumulates 67 rushing yards, 32 receiving yards and 83 combined returning yards in the game.

[Photo] Herd opens home slate against Eastern Kentucky

Morgan Griffith, Reporter
September 4, 2018
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Redshirt junior offensive lineman Levi Brown and redshirt senior running back Keion Davis celebrate with high fives after the Herd takes a 14-0 lead over Miami in the first quarter. Davis and redshirt senior Anthony Anderson, combined to score three of Marshall’s five total touchdowns against the RedHawks.

Herd tops RedHawks in reunion of former MAC foes

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
September 4, 2018
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Marshall head coach Doc Holliday heads for the locker room at halftime of the Herd's season opener against Miami (Ohio).

[Photo] Marshall football’s week one report card

Kieran Intemann, Assistant Sports Editor
September 4, 2018
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Redshirt freshman quarterback Isaiah Green (white jersey, left) prepares to take a snap under-center for the Herd next to redshirt sophomore running back Tyler King (white jersey, right). Green’s youth is aided by an experienced backfield and receiving corps.

[Photo] Green impresses in college debut, leads Marshall to season-opening win

Kieran Intemann, Assistant Sports Editor
September 4, 2018
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Freshman forward Gianni Bouzoukis sits on the pitch after Marshall’s late-game loss to Oakland. Bouzoukis, one of the 12 freshmen on the Herd’s roster, is the only freshman to record a goal so far this season after his goal against Oakland.

[Photo] Men’s soccer drops match against Oakland

Morgan Griffith, Reporter
August 28, 2018
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Senior midfielder Jenna Zuzolo dribbles the ball as she moves into Duquesne territory.

[Photo] Women’s soccer drops first home match

Derek Gilbert, Reporter
August 25, 2018
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Freshman midfielder Vinicius Fernandes prepares to take a free kick as Marshall clings to its 1-0 lead.

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Senior midfielder Jonas Westmeyer breaks away from Duquesne's tackle attempts as he moves into the Dukes' territory.

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Freshman midfielder Charly Borges handles the ball around two Duquesne defenders.

[Photo] Men's soccer earns its first win of 2018 season

August 25, 2018
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Head coach Jeff Waggoner is ejected from the game after arguing a batter's interference call in the ninth inning.

Herd baseball battles Mountaineers in marathon midweek matchup at Power Park

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
April 26, 2018
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Junior left-handed pitcher Joshua Shapiro awaits a signal from junior catcher Reynaldo Pastrana in game one of Marshall’s three-game home series against Florida Atlantic earlier this season.

[Photo] Herd baseball meets West Virginia at Power Park Tuesday

Luke Creasy, Reporter
April 23, 2018
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Marshall, sporting home white jerseys, plays defense as it attempts to stifle Florida Atlantic in game one of its Saturday afternoon doubleheader in Charleston, West Virginia. The Herd plays its C-USA matchups at Appalachian Power Park, which is also home of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ minor league affiliate, the West Virginia Power.

Herd baseball suffers home sweep against FAU, falls to last in Conference USA

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
April 2, 2018
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Junior guard Jon Elmore goes airborne for a layup around Wichita State sophomore forward Markis McDuffie. Elmore uses his versatility to score inside the paint, supplementing his three-point shooting.

Column: Herd hoops’ dominance just beginning

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 26, 2018
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Freshman guard Jarrod West, junior guard C.J. Burks and junior forward Ajdin Penava stand at mid-court as Jon Elmore takes free-throws after a WVU technical foul.

Clock strikes midnight on Herd’s magical season

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 19, 2018
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Junior guard Jon Elmore goes airborne for a layup around Wichita State sophomore forward Markis McDuffie. Elmore uses his versatility to score inside the paint, supplementing his three-point shooting.

History made, in the making as Herd wins game one

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 16, 2018
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Marshall Universty athletic director Mike Hamrick, president Jerry Gilbert, head coach Dan D’Antoni and members of the team hold up the Conference USA championship trophy following the Herd’s win over Western Kentucky.

From champions to underdogs: confident Herd readies for the Big Dance

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 12, 2018
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(L-R) Marshall president Jerome Gilbert, head coach D'Antoni and C-USA commissioner Judy MacLeod stand around the C-USA Championship trophy during the post-game celebration.

CHAMPS AT LAST

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 11, 2018
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Jannson Williams (3) and Ajdin Penava (11) high-five during introductions.. Williams and Penava each recorded double-figure scoring against Southern Miss.

One game away: Herd earns rematch with WKU for NCAA berth

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 9, 2018
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Marco, the Marshall University mascot, holds up a sign during Marshall's quarterfinal win over UTSA.

Won, not done: One down, two to go for Herd men’s hoops

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
March 8, 2018
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Herd wins twice in extras, takes series

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
February 26, 2018
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Far from home, Penava thrives at collegiate level

Far from home, Penava thrives at collegiate level

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
February 22, 2018
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Herd baseball opens 2018 with road trip, three-game series

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
February 16, 2018
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Junior guard Jon Elmore puts up a floating shot around three WKU defenders. Elmore creates chances for points by splitting opposing defenses.

Herd hoops fights for first place, falls to WKU in rematch

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
January 29, 2018
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Junior guard Jon Elmore elevates for a dunk. Elmore is vital inside the paint for the Herd.

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Marshall seniors pose poolside after their final home meet. Pictured (L-R): Emma Lockyer, Madi Pulfer, Savannah Ruedt, Anna Lynch, Rachel DePietro, Lauren Cowher, Shir Wasserman.

Marshall Swim & Dive succumbs to Liberty on senior day

Rick Farlow, Sports Editor
January 22, 2018
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Staff Spotlight: Athletic Director of Marketing Tyler Able

Staff Spotlight: Athletic Director of Marketing Tyler Able

Rick Farlow, Contributor
November 13, 2017
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An unbroken bond between two rival schools: ECU, MU

An unbroken bond between two rival schools: ECU, MU

Rick Farlow, Reporter
November 10, 2016
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Spike for a cure: Big Pink Volleyball Tourney returns

Spike for a cure: Big Pink Volleyball Tourney returns

Rick Farlow, Reporter
October 24, 2016
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C-USA commissioner on hand for Louisville game

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 29, 2016
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New Britebox charging stations installed at the Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington, WV. Ryan Fischer/Marshall University

Phone charging stations installed in football stadium

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 22, 2016
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Marshall University sophomore tight end Ryan Yurachek catches a touchdown pass during its game against the University of Southern Mississippi Oct. 9.

Louisville game expected to draw capacity crowd

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 22, 2016
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Rec Center Fitness Challenge begins this week

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 17, 2016
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Marshall to honor new Hall of Fame Class

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 15, 2016
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Marshall Rec Center offers students outdoor trips

Rick Farlow, Reporter
September 5, 2016
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M Club Pavilion to be renovated

M Club Pavilion to be renovated

Rick Farlow, Reporter
August 29, 2016
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Boy Scout Troop 96 from Milton, WV sits outside of the Memorial Student Center shortly before departing from campus, February 6, 2012.

Boy Scouts earn merit badges at Marshall

Rick Farlow, Reporter
February 8, 2016
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Concrete Canoe to be completed by engineering students

Rick Farlow, Reporter
February 3, 2016
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Local 5K models Arnold Classic

Rick Farlow, Reporter
February 1, 2016
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