August, 2014 - The Temple News

Cosby speaks up for men’s gymnastics

12 August 2014 Steve Bohnel

One of Temple’s most notable alumni will hold an event to benefit the men’s gymnastics team, one of five sports to be cut.

Camp Notes: Special Teams takes precedence

11 August 2014 Nick Tricome

After a season of inconsistent kicking, the Owls hope to address the issue during training camp.

Giskin: Standing with Palestine

09 August 2014 Grace Holleran

Jewish Americans should support Palestine not despite their religion, but because of it.

Camp Notes: Owls hold first scrimmage

09 August 2014 EJ Smith

Rhule says the team showed good physicality but lacked energy.

After suffering infection, Dvoracek appreciative of new role

08 August 2014 Andrew Parent

Linebacker Rob Dvoracek is benefitting in his temporary player-coach role while continuing his recovery from knee surgery and two subsequent staph infections.

Camp Notes: Oklahoma drill sets tempo for practice

07 August 2014 EJ Smith

In one of the most popular drills across the country, the Owls got practice going with heavy contact.

Competition brewing at running back

06 August 2014 Andrew Parent

Led by senior Kenny Harper, five running backs are gunning for playing time in 2014.

Camp Notes: Young, Chandler among corners competing for jobs

04 August 2014 Andrew Parent

Junior Tevon Young is gunning for a starting spot at cornerback, while younger players like Sean Chandler and Jahad Thomas are still in the mix.

After two seasons in an Owls uniform, Evan Eigner is transferring to Ohio State. | Hua Zong TTN

After two years, Eigner transferring to Ohio State

04 August 2014 Steve Bohnel

The son of men’s gymnastics coach Fred Turoff transferred to Ohio State in early June.

Newly-annointed receiver Brandon Shippen attempts to shake defensive back Sean Chandler in a pass route. Shippen was one of five Temple players to change positions before the season. | Nick Tricome TTN

Position Swap

03 August 2014 Nick Tricome

Three players have switched to offense, while two more moved up on the defensive side before camp.