Mike Fratto

Irish withstand Mids’ late rally

BALTIMORE | As the fourth quarter unfolded Saturday, Navy found itself in a situation similar to two weeks ago against Temple, when the Midshipmen rallied from 20 points down for a stunning comeback. Published November 16, 2008

Navy seeks streak of its own

The scene at Notre Dame Stadium last year will forever be part of Navy football lore. Published November 15, 2008

Terps must replace star-studded class

It's no secret that established stars Kristi Toliver and Marissa Coleman are Maryland's top two options. But to play deep into March, the Terps will have to find the balance that makes them so hard to defend. Published November 10, 2008

Mystics find new leader

Club names Julie Plank its coach. Published November 7, 2008

Dobbs carries Mids to win

ANNAPOLIS | When discussing Navy's depth at quarterback this week, coach Ken Niumatalolo joked that the backup is always the "prettiest girl at the dance." With Saturday's performance, third-stringer Ricky Dobbs did little to hurt that reputation. Published October 26, 2008

Mids facing tough reverse

Quarterback, once a certainty, is in a state of flux. Published October 25, 2008

Mystics tab Taylor

Club hires Angela Taylor as general manager. Published October 24, 2008

McCoy leads Pittsburgh to rout of Navy

ANNAPOLIS | Navy cornerback Rashawn King appeared to save the Midshipmen from a blowout when he intercepted a pass by Pittsburgh quarterback Bill Stull in the end zone in the second quarter of Saturday's game. Turns out he was just delaying the inevitable. Published October 19, 2008

Mids’ obstacle is real McCoy

ANNAPOLIS | Two days before defeating rival Air Force, Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo and his staff caught a glimpse of the Midshipmen's opponent Saturday, as Pittsburgh upset then No. 10 South Florida on national television. Published October 18, 2008

Taking ownership

At first glance, Maryland forward Marissa Coleman spent her summer like a typical basketball player - taking classes, working out and tailoring her game. Published October 15, 2008

Air Force, Navy eyeing the prize

In years past, the days leading up to Navy-Air Force game were marked by some chatter between the two rivals. Former Air Force coach Fisher DeBerry reveled in the Falcons' victories, and that attitude often permeated his team. Published October 4, 2008

Depth, confidence helping Midshipmen

The questions and criticisms started early this season for Navy defensive coordinator Buddy Green. Published October 3, 2008

Fullback in form

Navy's leading rusher last year, fullback Eric Kettani hit his stride with the Mids needed him most. Published October 2, 2008

Mids show slow improvement

After giving up a combined 76 points in losses to Ball State and Duke, the Navy defense was desperate for a strong performance last week against Rutgers. Published September 27, 2008

The Midshipmen too shall pass

ANNAPOLIS | Navy started the first drive of the second half Saturday trailing Rutgers 14-6. After holding the Midshipmen to 97 yards rushing in the first half, the Scarlet Knights had stuffed the Mids' ground game again. It was third-and-7, and the Mids were desperate for a big play. They got bailed out by the most unlikely of sources. Published September 25, 2008

Hargrove fired for Mystics’ woes

On the heels of one of the worst seasons in franchise history, the Washington Mystics fired general manager Linda Hargrove on Monday. Published September 23, 2008

Navy sneaks past Rutgers

Navy fullback Eric Kettani admitted this week that he needed to pick up his production for the the Midshipmen’s offense to be more successful. He backed up his talk with a career best performance Saturday. Published September 20, 2008

Good feelings fleeting for Navy

ANNAPOLIS | After getting his first career win in the season opener against Towson, Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo remarked how much better he felt than in the week after last year's loss in the Poinsettia Bowl. He said he slept easier and joked about the beautiful scenery around Navy's practice fields. Published September 20, 2008

More of the same

While watching the tape of Navy's 41-31 loss to Duke, defensive coordinator Buddy Green wasn't upset with the way his unit played - at least on first and second down. The linemen penetrated, the secondary covered well and all 11 Midshipmen made sure tackles. Published September 18, 2008

Mystics end year with another loss

Minnesota was playing without its top two scorers. The way the Washington Mystics ended their season, the Lynx might have been able to play without their top five and still won. Published September 15, 2008