https://mucrusaders.com/rss.aspx?path=generalLatest news items for Madonna University Athleticsen-us60https://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/3/17/general-the-blue-and-gold-awards-ceremony-is-returning-this-spring.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/3/17/general-the-blue-and-gold-awards-ceremony-is-returning-this-spring.aspxGeneral

LIVONIA, Mich. -- After two years, the Madonna Athletics Blue and Gold Awards are returning this spring to honor our athletes and their accomplishments with an in-person ceremony on April 23rd, 2026, at the St. Mary's Cultural Center. These awards will highlight the athletes and teams from this year's fall and winter seasons, with this spring's teams being honored in next year's award ceremony.]]>article bg awards 2026Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:19:00 EST26355https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/12/4/general-scott-duhl-named-head-coach-of-madonna-womens-soccer.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/12/4/general-scott-duhl-named-head-coach-of-madonna-womens-soccer.aspxGeneral, Women's Soccer

LIVONIA, Mich. – Madonna University has officially appointed Scott Duhl as the new head women's soccer coach, effective December 3, 2025. Duhl brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the assistant women's soccer coach at Schoolcraft College as well as the MLS Next AD, NAL and both Boys and Girls MSPSP Director for the Michigan Wolves.]]>Duhl HireThu, 4 Dec 2025 10:55:00 EST26254https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/15/general-madonna-introduces-halie-monhollen-to-the-athletic-training-staff.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/15/general-madonna-introduces-halie-monhollen-to-the-athletic-training-staff.aspxGeneral

]]>halieMon, 15 Sep 2025 12:07:00 EST26168https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/12/general-madonna-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/12/general-madonna-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxBaseball, General, Women's Cross Country, Women's Soccer, Women's Volleyball

LIVONIA, Mich. — Madonna University Athletics is proud to announce its 2025 Hall of Fame Class. This year's inductees include legendary Baseball Head Coach Greg Haeger, volleyball standout Amanda Nies (Suder), women's soccer star Kelly Schodowski (Japowicz), and the 2019 Women's Cross Country Team, the first team in school history to win a national championship.]]>2025 HOF GraphicFri, 12 Sep 2025 13:30:00 EST26162https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/8/5/general-end-of-an-era-patton-retires-from-madonna-womens-soccer.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/8/5/general-end-of-an-era-patton-retires-from-madonna-womens-soccer.aspxGeneral, Women's Soccer, Reserve Women's Soccer

LIVONIA, Mich. – In a significant development for Madonna University Athletics, Paul Patton has announced his retirement and resignation as head coach of the women's soccer program, concluding a notable eight-season tenure in Livonia. Patton departs as the program's all-time winningest coach, having led the Crusaders to a WHAC Tournament championship and NAIA National Tournament appearances in 2020-21 and 2022.]]>Patton RetiresTue, 5 Aug 2025 09:56:00 EST26146https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/7/29/general-madonna-named-naia-champions-of-character-five-star-institution.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/7/29/general-madonna-named-naia-champions-of-character-five-star-institution.aspxBaseball, General, Men's Basketball, Men's Bowling, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Track and Field, Softball, Women's Basketball, Women's Bowling, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Women's Track and Field, Women's Volleyball, Football, Cheerleading, Competitive Dance, ESports

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For the second consecutive year, Madonna University has been recognized as an NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Award winner, earning the prestigious Silver Medallion.]]>24-25 NAIA 5-StarTue, 29 Jul 2025 10:42:00 EST26144https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/6/11/general-crusaders-earn-no-38-ranking-in-naia-learfield-directors-cup.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/6/11/general-crusaders-earn-no-38-ranking-in-naia-learfield-directors-cup.aspxGeneral, Men's Basketball, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Track and Field, Softball, Women's Track and Field

CLEVELAND, Ohio – For the ninth straight year, Madonna University earned a Top 80 finish in the final standings of the NAIA LEARFIELD Directors' Cup. This prestigious award was developed as a joint effort between the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) and USA Today. Points are awarded based on each institution's finish in the NAIA Tournament / National Championship events.]]>2024-25 NACDA StandingsWed, 11 Jun 2025 14:09:00 EST26139https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/4/3/general-registration-now-open-for-the-2025-crusaders-classic-golf-outing.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/4/3/general-registration-now-open-for-the-2025-crusaders-classic-golf-outing.aspxGeneral

LIVONIA, Mich. -- The Madonna University athletic department is excited to announce the 2024 Crusaders Classic Golf Outing will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Whispering Willows Golf Course.]]>Cruzer CC LogoThu, 3 Apr 2025 12:31:00 EST26126https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/4/7/general-madonna-athletics-announces-athletic-training-staff-update.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/4/7/general-madonna-athletics-announces-athletic-training-staff-update.aspxGeneral

LIVONIA, Mich. – As Athletic Training Month just wrapped up, Madonna University Athletics would like to provide an update on the Athletic Trainers that are on staff.]]>ATs Story GraphicMon, 7 Apr 2025 11:42:00 EST26130https://mucrusaders.com/news/2024/11/20/general-madonna-university-to-add-esports-in-fall-of-25.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2024/11/20/general-madonna-university-to-add-esports-in-fall-of-25.aspxGeneral

LIVONIA, Mich. -- The Madonna University Athletic Department is thrilled to announce the launch of esports as its 21st varsity program, set to debut in the fall of 2025.]]>Esports Announcement Story GraphicWed, 20 Nov 2024 13:22:00 EST26032