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Detroit Mercy men’s basketball ushers in new era

The harsh Detroit winter felt as if it was in the rear-view mirror the morning of April 10. The air in Calihan Hall was different, as it was filled with excitement. Detroit Mercy was ready to introduce its next men’s basketball coach.   After an extensive search of over 60 […]

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Kate Achter inks extension to remain with Titans into 2029

Ever since taking over the head coach position exactly two years ago, Kate Achter’s journey with the University of Detroit Mercy women’s basketball team has been one of growth, belief and commitment – and it is set to continue. Last month, UDM Director of Athletics Robert C. Vowels Jr. announced […]

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Allison Sherman leaving athletic, academic legacy at UDM

Allison Sherman, a Division 1 women’s cross-country runner at the University of Detroit Mercy, is graduating in the spring of 2024 and leaves a legacy behind her.  Sherman, a distance runner, has not only become a star athlete but has also shown outstanding dedication when it comes to her education. […]

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Murua sees hard work pay off for Titans this year

At the heart of Calihan Hall stands Irene Murua, a Spanish-native basketball star who has led the  Titans on the court for the past three seasons. But now as a senior student-athlete, she faces uncertainty between careers, countries and crossroads.  Murua stands at the intersection of her collegiate career, contemplating […]

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Men’s high jumper reaching new heights

Student athlete Cody Bartlett won the men’s high jump event in Akron, Ohio, during the University of Detroit Mercy’s track and field competition on Feb 2.  This achievement is a result of Cody’s dedication and passion for jumping, which began in the 7th grade when he joined the track and […]

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Italian vet Del Cadia thriving as a Titan

To travel from Senigallia, Italy, to Calihan Hall in Detroit one would have to travel 4,556 miles (about 7332.17 km). Considering that one would have to catch a connection flight, the trip is over 13 hours long, something that graduate senior and Senigallia native, Edoardo Del Cadia is more than […]