Crimson Hawks Sports Network starts with behind the scenes crew

They work on cold and wet days; they also work in gyms that are older than your grandmother.

Siblings show talents on hard wood, gridiron

Proud of each other's accomplishments, competitive siblings, redshirt freshman All-PSAC West kicker for IUP's football team Brett Ullman, and women's basketball  senior guard Arika Ullman, have played significant roles in IUP athletics.

IUP football release 2012 spring roster

The IUP football team has added 10 new players, according to its spring 2012 roster on the IUP Athletics website.

Hawks finish strong, 34-7, over West Chester

"Finish" has been a motto for the Crimson Hawks all season, and they finished the season strong with a 34-7 win against West Chester Saturday.

Crimson Hawks finish 2011 season at West Chester

It's time to finish for the Crimson Hawks.

Crimson Hawks rout Lock Haven, 56-6, program gets its 500th victory

The Crimson Hawks took out some frustrations when they dismantled Lock Haven 56-6, earning the program's 500th victory Saturday.

Opposite ends of the spectrum

While IUP tries to gain its 500th victory, Lock Haven tries to avoid its 41st consecutive loss

The IUP football team is looking to bounce back after a big loss last week to Cal U when it travels to Lock Haven to play the winless Bald Eagles at 3 p.m. Saturday.

Tuck, Robbins take home Penn Male, Female Athlete of the Month honors

Harvie Tuck of the IUP football team and Heather Robbins of the IUP women's soccer team  have been named Penn Male and Female of the Month for the month of October.

Crimson Hawks fall to Cal U, 28-10, in crucial PSAC matchup

The Cal U Vulcans all but ended the Crimson Hawks' NCAA Tournament hopes with a 28-10 victory in the third annual Coal Bowl at snow-covered George P. Miller Stadium Saturday.

The season is on the line

IUP looks to get its 500th victory, improve its NCAA Tournament hopes against Cal U in Coal Bowl

NCAA Tournament implications and pride are on the line this weekend when the Crimson Hawks host the Cal U Vulcans in the third annual Coal Bowl at 1 p.m. Saturday at George P. Miller Stadium.

Local indoor football team hold open tryout in Indiana Saturday

For any college students interested in making a career in professional football the Johnstown Generals of the Ultimate Indoor Football League will be holding an open tryout from 9 a.m-noon Saturday at S&T Bank Arena at 497 East Pike Road.

Crimson Hawks win fourth game in a row, 35-7 over Gannon

The Crimson Hawks (5-2, 4-1) continued their run to a possible NCAA tournament berth with a 35-7 victory against Gannon (3-5, 2-3) Saturday at George P. Miller Stadium.

IUP-TV challenges WIUP-FM in flag football game

IUP's two broadcast media outlets will go head-to-head Wednesday, not in the basement of Davis Hall, instead they are taking it to the gridiron.

Possible trap game?

The Crimson Hawks are a week away from a big game against Cal U, but have to get through Gannon

The Crimson Hawks will be back at home for the first time since Homecoming to take on Gannon at 1 p.m. Saturday.

Hawks' running game leads to victory over Clarion, 38-7

The Crimson Hawks took care of business on the road by defeating Clarion 38-7.

IUP football looks to improve PSAC West position Saturday at Clarion

The Crimson Hawks will be on the road for the second week in row when they travel to play Clarion at 3 p.m. Saturday at Clarion's Memorial Stadium.

IUP comes from behind, knocks off Mercyhurst in OT, 35-28

It took two quarterbacks, a last-minute drive, a defensive stop and overtime for the Crimson Hawks to top Mercyhurst Saturday, 35-28.

Quarterback issues all around

Both IUP, Merychurst have quarterback issues going into their game Saturday

Quarterbacks are the main story heading into IUP's (2-2, 1-1) second road game against the defending PSAC champion Mercyhurst (3-2, 1-1) at noon Saturday.

Turnovers key as Crimson Hawks soar pass Edinboro, 19-0

The Crimson Hawks defeated Edinboro 19-0 during a wet and sloppy game on Homecoming weekend.

Box to start under center on Homecoming

Crimson Hawks to start new quarterback as they host undefeated Edinboro on Homecoming

The Crimson Hawks (1-2, 0-1) will have a new quarterback when Edinboro (4-0, 1-0) comes to George P. Miller Stadium at 2 p.m. Saturday for Homecoming.

Turnovers plague Crimson Hawks, fall to Slippery Rock 20-6

Four interceptions by two quarterbacks hurt the IUP football team as they fell 20-6 Saturday night at rival Slippery Rock.

Hawks hope to get back on track against Slippery Rock

The Crimson Hawks open PSAC West play on the road when they visit Slippery Rock at 7 p.m. Saturday at Slippery Rock's Milhalik-Thompson Stadium.

IUP narrowly loses to Bloomsburg Thursday night

The Crimson Hawks fell short in a comeback attempt against eighth ranked Bloomsburg, 20-16.

Hawks pound Warriors

Crimson Hawks defeat ESU 28-13 in Curt Cignett's first game as head coach

The Crimson Hawks overcame 15 penalties totaling a loss of 174 yards to give IUP Head Coach Curt Cignetti his first career victory over East Stroudsburg (1-1), 28-13 in a PSAC crossover match-up.

Let the games begin

IUP brings in new backup quarterback just in time for its first game against East Stroudsburg

IUP Head Coach Curt Cignetti has brought a lot of new faces to the IUP football program.

Rod Rutherford aims to be good coach, father figure to IUP players

IUP receivers coach Rod Rutherford has accomplished a lot in his life.

2011 Football Preview: Players to watch for this season

The Penn sports staff picked three top players, dark horse players to look for in 2011

TOP RETURNING PLAYERS QB - Pat Smith Smith is entering his third season with the Hawks. In 2009, Smith played eight games for the Hawks due to an injury to then starting quarterback Andrew Krewatch. In his eight games Smith completed 66 of his 128 passes for 637 yards and four touchdowns, but did throw four interceptions. Full story

IUP players working hard during first fall camp under coach Curt Cignetti

IUP Head Coach Curt Cignetti walked into his office Aug. 23, sat at his desk, kicked his feet up and began to talk to the media.

Healthy Pat Smith ready to get back under center in 2011

For the second season in a row, Pat Smith is entering the season as the starting quarterback.

IUP to use three, sometimes four running backs this season

The IUP football team is going to have a luxury this season by having four players at the running back position.