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Darcy Waskiewicz

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor

Darcy is the sports editor and a second-year graduate student studying Sports Journalism. She is always watching sports, no matter where she is, and loves to read, scroll through social media and talk about hockey non-stop for hours.

Contact information:

sports@depauliaonline.com

Twitter: @DarcyWaskiewicz

All content by Darcy Waskiewicz
DeWayne Peevy sits in his office during an interview with The DePaulia.

DeWayne Peevy reflects on beginning of his DePaul career

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
June 5, 2022
Casey Mulvey throws a shot put at the Big East Track and Field Indoor Championship on Feb. 26.

Student-athletes find the right balance to excel in the classroom

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 29, 2022
Women's tennis graduate student Marija Jovicic talks with Ben Gutman, her academic advisor, in the athletic center on May 26 while track and field junior Kiara Pauli studies in front of them.

Student-athletes find the right balance to excel in the classroom

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 29, 2022
Freshman Anna Wohlers high fives graduate student Sarah Lehman in DePaul's 7-1 win over Villanova on April 2. They are both returning next season.

Returning softball players ready to step up as leaders next season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 22, 2022
Photo credit: DePaul Athletics/DePaul Women's Basketball twitter. Athletic director DeWayne Peevy stands with women's basketball freshman Aneesah Morrow (left) and men's tennis junior Vito Tonejc (right) as they hold their trophies at the Billy Awards.

Aneesah Morrow claims two awards, men’s tennis cleans up at Billy Awards

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 22, 2022
Sarah Lehman concentrated before a pitch during DePaul's 1-0 loss to Villanova on May 13.

Softball’s season ends after offense disappears at Big East Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 16, 2022
DePaul softball cheers as pitcher Sarah Lehman walks towards them. Lehman struck out five and only allowed two hits in the Blue Demons' 6-2 over UConn on May 12.

Lineup dominates from top to bottom as DePaul defeats No. 1 UConn in game one of Big East Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 13, 2022
The team cheers as Anna Wohlers crosses home plate after a home run against St. John's on April 15.

Softball finished regular season in dramatic fashion

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 9, 2022
Junior Jarel Terry grabs onto the baton in the men's 4x400m race at the Big East Indoor Track and Field Championship on Feb. 26.

Passing the baton: relay teams find success

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 8, 2022
Opinion: Journalism grad classes need new scheduling

Opinion: Journalism grad classes need new scheduling

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 1, 2022
Amazon workers make history, form company's first union

Amazon workers make history, form company’s first union

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
May 1, 2022
DePaul catcher Riley Pool watches the ball in the air as an Illinois player scores in the Blue Demons' 6-1 loss on Wednesday.

Softball drops weekday game to Illinois, 6-1

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 28, 2022
Hristina Djokic swings into the ball at the Big East Championship on Sunday.

Women’s tennis falls to Xavier in the Big East Championship finals

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 24, 2022
Guests will have to provide a government issued ID to be checked into resident halls.

Housing visitor policy reverts to pre-pandemic status

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 17, 2022
DePaul softball freshman infielder Baylee Cosgrove slides into second base in the Blue Demons' win over St. John's on April 15.

The art of stealing: DePaul softball slides to near perfection in stolen bases this season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 17, 2022
DePaul softball freshman infielder Baylee Cosgrove slides into second base in the Blue Demons' win over St. John's on April 15.

Softball’s offense soars in sweep over St. John’s

Darcy Waskiewicz and Tom Gorski
April 17, 2022
Taylor swift fans tweet about her recent accomplishment of an honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts.

Dr. Swift: Honorary NYU doctorate another notch in Taylor’s belt

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 10, 2022
Communication is key for tennis doubles pairs

Communication is key for tennis doubles pairs

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 10, 2022
Baylee Cosgrove swings through a hit for a homerun, her second of the series.

Softball wins series but falls short of the sweep against Villanova

Darcy Waskiewicz and Joshua M. Hicks
April 3, 2022
Shortstop Maranda Gutierrez warms up with members of the team before their game against Villanova on Friday.

DePaul softball shortstop determined to make her mark in her final season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
April 3, 2022
DePaul guard Deja Church (3) is fouled by Dayton guard Capria Brown, right, during the first half of a First Four game in the NCAA college basketball tournament, Wednesday, March 16, 2022, in Ames, Iowa

Women’s basketball: DePaul’s season ends after falling to Dayton in NCAA Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
March 17, 2022
Megan Bower served as The DePaulia's Assistant Sports Editor from 2010-2011.

A blast from the past: former female sports editors reflect on their time at The DePaulia

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
March 13, 2022
The Blue Demons are set to take on Dayton in the First Four play-in game.

DePaul is in: women’s basketball set to play Dayton in NCAA Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
March 13, 2022
The Blue Demons' season came to an end with a loss to Marquette in the Big East Tournament on Mar. 5.

Women’s basketball: Blue Demons’ season cut short with loss to Marquette at Big East Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
March 6, 2022
Freshman forward Aneesah Morrow hit 41 points in the Blue Demons' 90-84 win over Creighton to close out the regular season on Feb. 27.

Women’s basketball: Morrow’s 41-point performance topples Creighton in regular season finale

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 27, 2022
DePaul senior guard Sonya Morris had 28 points in the team's loss to Seton Hall on Senior Night on Feb. 25.

Women’s basketball: DePaul’s senior night spoiled by loss to Seton Hall

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 27, 2022
The DePaul Dance and Cheer teams attend every DePaul men's and women's basketball games, while also performing in competitions during the season, such as nationals.

The spotlight grows brighter on the DePaul spirit teams

Darcy Waskiewicz and Amber Stoutenborough
February 21, 2022
DePaul senior guard Javon Freeman-Liberty dribbles the ball up during Wednesday's win over Coppin State at Wintrust Arena.

Men’s basketball: Despite Freeman-Liberty’s electric second half, DePaul falls to Seton Hall

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 20, 2022
DePaul women’s basketball head coach Doug Bruno looks on in the second half during the Big East title game against Marquette.

Doug Bruno has been selected for the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 14, 2022
DePaul softball graduate student shortstop Maranda Gutierrez standing in a hitting stance against Valparaiso on Feb. 10.

Softball sweeps competition in first tournament after disappointing end to 2021 season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 13, 2022
Brandon Johnson is defended by Providence's Ed Croswell, right front, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022, in Providence, R.I. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)

Men’s basketball: Blue Demons fall in overtime loss to Providence

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 13, 2022
DePaul club hockey defenseman Michael Helf preparing to shoot against the Illinois goaltender on Feb. 4.

DePaul club hockey splits chippy weekend series against Illinois

Darcy Waskiewicz and Nate Burleyson
February 6, 2022
Women’s basketball: DePaul falls short in 77-68 loss to Creighton

Women’s basketball: DePaul falls short in 77-68 loss to Creighton

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
February 6, 2022
Forward Javan Johnson goes up for a layup in the second half against UConn.

Men’s basketball: DePaul’s Big East struggles continue with loss to UConn

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 30, 2022
Dee Bekelja guarding an Xavier player on Dec. 5.

Dee Bekelja provides a spark as sixth starter for DePaul women’s basketball

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 23, 2022
DePaul women's basketball forward Aneesah Morrow jumping to make a shot against Xavier on Dec. 5

Women’s basketball: Morrow and Morris dazzle for DePaul in victory over Xavier

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 23, 2022
DePaul forward David Jones (32) shoots next to Louisville forward Malik Williams during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Louisville, Ky., Friday, Dec. 10, 2021.

Men’s Basketball: DePaul stumbles in 60-47 loss over Creighton

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 23, 2022
Vito Tonejc hits the tennis ball during a tennis match.

A young DePaul men’s tennis team is ready to take on the winter-spring season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 19, 2022
Forward Aneesah Morrow dribbles around a Georgetown player on Jan. 16.

Women’s basketball: DePaul defeats Georgetown 102-69 to make program history

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 16, 2022
Women’s tennis is ready to swing into the winter-spring season

Women’s tennis is ready to swing into the winter-spring season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 10, 2022
Oregon connections continue on and off the court for DePaul men’s basketball

Oregon connections continue on and off the court for DePaul men’s basketball

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 10, 2022
DePaul women's basketball guard Deja Church racing past a Notre Dame player on Dec. 22.

Women’s basketball: DePaul continues undefeated conference streak with road victory over Providence

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
January 9, 2022
Sophomore guard Darrione Rogers squares up from deep in the second quarter against Northern Illinois. Rogers scored a team-high 20 points on the night.

Women’s basketball: DePaul’s game versus UConn postponed due to Covid-19 in the Huskies’ program

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
December 29, 2021
DePaul guard Deja Church dribbles up the ball during a Blue Demons game this season.

Women’s basketball: DePaul upsets No. 14 Kentucky on the road

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
December 9, 2021
Senior guard Sonya Morris looking to pass against Northwestern on Sunday.

Women’s basketball: Morris pours in 36 points in DePaul’s 91-74 victory over Vanderbilt

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 28, 2021
DePaul middle blocker Donna Brown jumping for a hit from setter Molly Murphy while right side hitter Emma Price looks on.

DePaul volleyball ends season with 3-0 loss to Creighton at Big East Tournament

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 27, 2021
DePaul middle blocker Donna Brown jumping for a hit from setter Molly Murphy while right side hitter Emma Price looks on.

DePaul volleyball earns multiple Big East honors

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 26, 2021
The seniors were the stars for DePaul volleyball in 3-0 win over Georgetown

The seniors were the stars for DePaul volleyball in 3-0 win over Georgetown

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 21, 2021
DePaul volleyball rallies in 3-2 comeback victory over Villanova University

DePaul volleyball rallies in 3-2 comeback victory over Villanova University

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 20, 2021
Senior Shane Knanishu racing at the Big East Cross-Country Championships on Oct. 29.

Brothers set the pace for DePaul cross country

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 14, 2021
DePaul senior guard Javon Freeman-Liberty dribbles the ball up during Wednesday's win over Coppin State at Wintrust Arena.

Men’s basketball: DePaul defeats Coppin State to begin regular season

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 11, 2021
Brown going for a kill against UConn at McGrath-Phillips Arena.

Donna Brown’s net-front presence felt since day one for DePaul volleyball

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 8, 2021
Brandon Johnson taking a free throw in Thursday's exhibition game.

Chicago kids Brandon Johnson and Shaheed Medlock use extra year to come home

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 8, 2021
Fans at the Men's Basketball exhibition game on THursday, Nov 4.

[Photo] What to know about Wintrust Arena as DePaul basketball begins

Zach Elliott, Staff Writer
November 7, 2021
Defender Michael Helf skating towards a puck in open ice on Friday night. Helf scored 4 goals across the two-game series.

DePaul Club Hockey sweeps weekend series against Lewis

Nate Burleyson and Darcy Waskiewicz
November 7, 2021
DePaul senior guard Lexi Held drills a 3-pointer against Lewis at Wintrust Arena Thursday night.

Women’s basketball: DePaul breezes past Lewis in exhibition victory

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
DePaul cross-country runner Olivia Borowiak racing in the Big East Championship on Oct. 29.

DePaul cross-country makes strides at Big East Championship

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
November 1, 2021
St. John's midfielder Atila Ashrafi takes the ball during Saturday's game.

Men’s soccer stumbles early in 2-0 loss to St. John’s

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 31, 2021
DePaul midfielder Emma Costow defending the ball from a Creighton player on Oct. 21.

Women’s soccer ends season with 2-1 loss to Marquette

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 31, 2021
DePaul women’s soccer falls 1-0 to Providence in double overtime

DePaul women’s soccer falls 1-0 to Providence in double overtime

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 25, 2021
The Chicago Bears' current stadium, Solider Field.

Bears’ potential move could shake up Chicago

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 25, 2021
Outside of Wintrust Arena, home of the DePaul men's and women's basketball teams.

New protocols await DePaul fans as they return to Wintrust

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 25, 2021
Two DePaul soccer players argue a yellow card decision on Sunday at Wish Field.

Goalkeepers stand tall in DePaul men’s soccer 0-0 tie with Butler

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 25, 2021
‘Sky-Town’ shows up to celebrate the Chicago Sky’s first WNBA title

‘Sky-Town’ shows up to celebrate the Chicago Sky’s first WNBA title

Darcy Waskiewicz and Lily Lowndes
October 20, 2021
DePaul middle blocker Donna Brown tipping the ball over St. John's blockers on Saturday.

DePaul volleyball’s offense dazzles in weekend sweeps

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 17, 2021
Offense lacks drive for women's soccer in 1-0 loss to Xavier

Offense lacks drive for women’s soccer in 1-0 loss to Xavier

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 15, 2021
Women's basketball coach Doug Bruno (left) and Men's coach Tony Stubblefield (center) at the Chicago Basketball Luncheon Wednesday.

DePaul basketball expresses excitement for upcoming seasons at Chicago College Basketball Luncheon

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
Omar Ramadan dribbling past a UIC defender. Courtesy of DePaul Athletics

The Ramadan brothers have taken DePaul by storm

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 10, 2021
Hodgson in net for Team Colombia. Courtesy of Rudy Hodgson

Rudy Hodgson, DePaul club hockey goalie, helping grow the game with Team Colombia

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 10, 2021
DePaul club hockey falls to St. Thomas in weekend losses

DePaul club hockey falls to St. Thomas in weekend losses

Darcy Waskiewicz and Nate Burleyson
October 10, 2021
Lenka Antonijevic following through on a swing that sent a tennis ball soaring. Photo credit: Steve Woltmann/DePaul Athletics.

Antonijevic and Kizelbasheva qualify for ITA Super Regionals

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 3, 2021
DePaul guard Lexi Held drives to the basket against Butler's Whitney Jennings at Wintrust Arena.

Women’s basketball opens Big East play against Butler

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 3, 2021
DePaul senior outfielder Angela Scalzitti prepares to hit the ball against UIC at Cacciatore Stadium on Saturday. The Blue Demons won all three games in the series.

DePaul softball adds Abby Ramirez to coaching staff

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
October 3, 2021
DePaul men's basketball head coach Tony Stubblefield during his introductory press conference

Men’s basketball ready to face Big East rivals in conference schedule

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 26, 2021
The crowd at Wish Field during the men's soccer match vs UConn.

The power of fans

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 26, 2021
DePaul junior guard Lexi Held looks to go past a UConn defender on Sunday at Wintrust Arena.

Women’s basketball set to be challenged in non-conference play

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 20, 2021
DePaul senior Sydney Parker scraps for a ball during Saturday's game.

Women’s soccer breaks scoreless streak with rout of Eastern Illinois

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 19, 2021
Fans welcome volleyball home at DePaul Invitational

Fans welcome volleyball home at DePaul Invitational

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 13, 2021
DePaul forward Marek Gonda marks a St. Thomas player during Thursday's game.

Men’s soccer down St. Thomas 3-1

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
September 3, 2021
Sophomore forward Marek Gonda fights for a ball in the first half against Loyola.

Men’s soccer drops season opener to Loyola in 2-1 loss

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
August 27, 2021
Women’s soccer falls to Iowa in season opener

Women’s soccer falls to Iowa in season opener

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
August 20, 2021
From @Yor_anei on Twitter

Yor Anei joins men’s basketball as a transfer

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
August 12, 2021
The DePaul Women’s soccer team celebrate a goal.

Kathleen Duwve named an assistant coach of women’s soccer

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
August 4, 2021
A man, wearing a protective face mask, sits inside an empty Ariake Arena, just before the start of a women's volleyball preliminary round pool A match between Japan and South Korea, at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

Olympians forced to adjust without support of fans or family

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
August 2, 2021
(DePaul Athletics Site) DePaul assistant Volleyball coach Nick Vogel, who will help coach the U17 and U18 athletes in Anaheim.

Nick Vogel named coach of USA Volleyball NTDP Summer Training Series

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
July 15, 2021
Michele O'Brien, Head Women's Soccer Coach. Courtesy of DePaul Athletics

Women’s soccer names Michele O’Brien head coach

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
June 30, 2021
Governor J.B. Pritzker speaks at State Farm Center on the University of Illinois campus in Urbana on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. He spoke before signing a bill that allows college athletes in the state to profit off of their name, image, and likeness. (Anthony Zilis/The News-Gazette via AP)

Gov. Pritzker signs NIL bill that allows student-athletes to earn compensation

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
June 30, 2021
(Alejandro Trevino/DePaul Athletics)

DePaul men’s soccer adds five freshmen

Darcy Waskiewicz, Sports Editor
June 29, 2021
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