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BC Flexes Explosive Offense in One-Point Win Over Louisville

Boston College football battled to its first conference win of the season in a one-point victory over Louisville.

Hafley and Christian Were BC’s Highest-Paid Employees in FY21

Football head coach Jeff Hafley and former basketball head coach Jim Christian were the highest-paid employees at Boston College for the 2021 fiscal year (FY21), according to the annual 990 tax filings. Hafley earned $2,938,035 and Christian—who was fired in February 2021 after six and a half years at BC—earned $1,428,053.

Sports, Football, Featured Story

2021 Military Bowl Canceled Due to COVID-19 Issues

The 2021 Military Bowl between Boston College football and East Carolina has been canceled due to COVID-19 issues within BC’s program.

Football, Top Story, Sports

BC Releases Adidas Football Uniforms for 2021 Season

Boston College football announced the release of its revamped uniforms in partnership with Adidas for the 2021 season.

Sports, Column

The Hidden Revenue Behind Non-Revenue Sports

With COVID-19 forcing administrations to re-evaluate their athletics budgets, schools like Dartmouth are making the hard choice to cut non-revenue sports like its swimming and diving team. Amid the uncertainty, it is important to appreciate the hidden value non-revenue sports bring to both schools and their athletes.

Sports, Football

Notebook: BC Defense Unable to Stop Notre Dame in Disappointing Loss

Despite multiple turnovers, Boston College was unable to hold off Notre Dame’s offensive attack in 45-31 defeat. BC could not capitalize on excitement surrounding the annual Red Bandana game as Phil Jurkovec struggled through an injury.