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NCAA uses amateurism to exploit athletes likeness

NCAA uses amateurism to exploit athletes’ likeness

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
April 29, 2021
The NCAA must protect the athletes it claims to support

The NCAA must protect the athletes it claims to support

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
April 14, 2021
Senior Jacqui Hallack and junior Gill Hanson aim to help the womens lacrosse team keep their spot in the national rankings.

Women’s lacrosse team gearing up for a championship run

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
March 25, 2021
NCAA knows gender inequity exists but does not care

NCAA knows gender inequity exists but does not care

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
March 24, 2021
Trans women deserve to be included in womens sports

Trans women deserve to be included in women’s sports

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
March 10, 2021
It is impossible to determine who is the GOAT

It is impossible to determine who is the GOAT

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
February 25, 2021
Second-year graduate student Anna Bottino, a graduate assistant for Ithaca College women’s field hockey, started sharing her passion for the game virtually with players of all ages across the country amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Field hockey graduate assistant finds ways to coach virtually

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
February 25, 2021
Second chances and short suspensions are not acceptable

Second chances and short suspensions are not acceptable

By Emily Adams, Senior writer
February 11, 2021
Let women in sport be successful and leave it at that

Let women in sport be successful and leave it at that

By Emily Adams, Senior Writer
December 4, 2020
Athletes have the power to use their voices as catalysts for change

Athletes have the power to use their voices as catalysts for change

By Emily Adams, Senior Writer
November 20, 2020
COVID-19 is not an excuse for inequity in collegiate sport

COVID-19 is not an excuse for inequity in collegiate sport

By Emily Adams, Senior Writer
October 28, 2020
Athletes need mental health support beyond performance psychology

Athletes need mental health support beyond performance psychology

By Emily Adams, Senior Writer
October 14, 2020
Following the resignation Erienne Roberts and Chris Hayes ’16, Ithaca College announced the hirings of Tyler Heisey and Tom Rishcoff on June 13 and 15, respectively.

IC and Liberty League suspend all fall athletic competition

By Connor Glunt and Emily Adams
July 22, 2020
Kendall Keil 20 and Savanna Lenker 20 lead members of the field hockey team towards the bleachers after a game.

Coaches cope with recruiting challenges amid pandemic

By Emily Adams, Senior Writer
May 28, 2020
Ithaca College cancels all spring athletic competitions

Ithaca College cancels all spring athletic competitions

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
March 13, 2020
The NCAA released this statement March 12 canceling all remaining NCAA championships for the winter and spring seasons as a precautionary measure during the COVID-19 outbreak.

BREAKING: NCAA cancels all winter and spring championships

By Arla Davis and Emily Adams
March 12, 2020
Liberty League leaves athletic decisions up to institutions

Liberty League leaves athletic decisions up to institutions

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
March 12, 2020
From left, seniors Hunter Flamm and Andy McCabe will help lead an experienced group of athletes this spring.

Men’s crew aims to improve on strong fall performances

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
February 27, 2020
Junior wrestler Ben Brisman competes on the mat as a gymnast performs on the beam behind him.

Gymnasts and wrestlers compete side by side at Rumble and Tumble meet

By Arla Davis and Emily Adams
February 27, 2020
Junior diver Lindsey Duhamel performs a dive off of the 1-meter board during the Ithaca Invitational on Feb. 8 at the Kelsey Partridge Bird Natatorium.

Junior diver discusses transition from soccer to diving

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
February 27, 2020
Sophomore runner Katelyn Hutchison competes in the 200-meter dash at the Bomber Invitational on Feb. 1 in Glazer Arena.

Sophomore sprinter rises to the top in breakthrough season

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
February 27, 2020
Freshman Ethan Godfrey performs a dive on the 3-meter board during the swimming and diving meet against Union College Jan. 26 at the Kelsey Partridge Bird Natatorium.

Dynamic diving duo dominates on the boards

By Emily Adams
February 20, 2020
Sophomore Cara Volpe passes the ball to a teammate under the basket during the first quarter of the Bombers game against Union College Jan. 24 in the Ben Light Gymnasium.

Bouncing back: Women’s basketball rebounds from slow start

By Emily Adams
February 13, 2020
Freshman gymnast Cameryn Nichols performs a split leap during practice in Ben Light Gymnasium. Nichols is the first all-around competitor at the college since 2016.

Freshman gymnast becomes first all-around competitor since 2016

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
February 4, 2020
From left, senior soccer player Devon Morris, sophomore football player Donte Garcia, sophomore runner Katelyn Hutchison and junior rower Mikayla Henry participate in the Voices of Experience panel Jan. 21 in the Emerson Suites.

Student-athlete panel discusses race identity in athletics

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
January 22, 2020
Carli Lloyd walks on stage to discuss the path to her successful soccer career and leadership on and off the field Dec. 6 at Cornell University’s Bailey Hall.

Soccer star Carli Lloyd speaks about career and equality

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
December 11, 2019
Senior goalkeeper Savanna Lenker, wearing gold, competed in the NFHCA Division III Senior Game on Nov. 23 at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Pennsylvania.

Field hockey goalkeeper competes in national senior game

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
December 10, 2019
From left, senior wide receiver Will Gladney, senior linebacker Nick Garone, senior defensive end John Hadac and head coach Dan Swanstrom meet with members of the media following their victory in the Cortaca Jug game Nov. 16 at MetLife Stadium.

Coaches and players discuss Cortaca Jug game at postgame press conference

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
November 16, 2019
Sophomore offensive lineman Andrew Testani jumps into the crowd after a 32-20 Cortaca win, defending the title for a third year in a row.

UPDATED: IC brings home third consecutive Cortaca Jug with win at MetLife Stadium

By Emily Adams and Jack Murray
November 16, 2019
Kendall Keil 20 and Savanna Lenker 20 lead members of the field hockey team towards the bleachers after a game.

Postseason Dreams: Varsity teams prepare for league and national tournaments

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
November 7, 2019
Members of the field hockey team celebrate scoring their second goal during their senior day game against the University of Rochester on Oct. 27 at Higgins Stadium. The Bombers won the game 2–1.

Varsity squads celebrate seniors at home competitions

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
October 31, 2019
Junior golfer Alex Perry and junior swimmer Cody Conte are openly transgender athletes competing for varsity teams at Ithaca College. They met approximately a year ago and are now close friends.

Playing with Pride: Transgender student-athletes reconcile sport and identity

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
October 24, 2019
The club swim team posted several strong performance at its first meet of the season held at Kelsey Partridge Bird Natatorium. This was the second time the team has hosted a meet.

Club swim team succeeds at second-ever home invitational

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
October 10, 2019
Sophomore back Victoria Sesito attempts to block a shot from sophomore striker Samantha Horowitz at a practice Oct. 4. This season the Ithaca College field hockey team restructured their defensive formation to be more adaptable.

Field hockey restructures with new defensive formation

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
October 10, 2019
Junior Alyssa Haber receives her ticket for Cortaca 2019 at the Ithaca College on-campus ticket sales on Sept. 20. The 2019 competition will be played off-site at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

2019 Cortaca Jug shatters ticket sale record for Division III football

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
October 3, 2019
The Ithaca College mens soccer team shares a motivational moment in a huddle before their game on Sept. 24, the Bombers currently hold a record of 6-1-1.

Head coach rebuilds men’s soccer program

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 26, 2019
Senior Marissa Harris takes video for an Instagram story during the field hockey teams practice Sept. 15 in Higgins Stadium. Harris, a former member of the team, has been running its social media since 2018.

Social media showcases fun side of varsity sports

By Emily Adams and Lauren White
September 26, 2019
From left, junior runner Allura Leggard, freshman football player Daniel Hutchinson, and senior swimmer Angelina Domena all struggled with their mental health after suffering serious injuries from their respective sports.

Healing Mind and Body: Injured athletes struggle with mental health

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 19, 2019
Sophomore striker Sophomore striker Morgan Mullen stretches to defend a shot by Misericordia University during the Bombers game against the Cougars on Sept. 7.

Transfer athlete discusses transition to field hockey team

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 12, 2019
Senior quarterback Joe Germinerio looks to make a pass during a practice Aug. 27. Germinerio was an All-American at The College at Brockport in 2017 before transferring to Ithaca College for the 2019 season.

Quarterback Sneak: All-American transfers after graduating

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 5, 2019
Senior midfielder Jack Monnes dribbles past Messiah freshman defender Jake Lent-Koop during the Bombers game against the Falcons on Aug. 31.

Men’s soccer earns huge win over No. 5 Messiah College

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 1, 2019
Senior defender Justinian Michaels celebrates with his team after scoring the first goal of the game against New York University on Aug. 30. Michaels spoke at the ceremony before the game honoring Jase Barrack, a club soccer player who died suddenly in May.

Men’s soccer dominates in game dedicated to club soccer player

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
September 1, 2019
Senior goalie Savanna Lenker is a captain for the Bombers this season. She earned NFHCA All-Region First Team accolades in 2018 and will be key for the squad on defense.

Field hockey team strives to build a legacy of success

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
Junior midfielder Gabriella Mihale was named to the United Soccer Coaches All-East Region Third Team in 2018, and she will be a key contributor for the Bombers this season.

Women’s soccer aims to continue last season’s momentum

By Ariel Dowdy and Emily Adams
August 29, 2019
Local basketball players Kyaija Stewart, Mia Little and Tatyanna George from the GIAC Firebirds team will be participating in the Gus Macker Tournament on Sep. 7 and 8.

Gus Macker Basketball Tournament coming to Ithaca’s courts

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
August 28, 2019
From left, junior striker Jonathan Kyriakidis, freshman midfielder Alex Cabeca, junior defender Luke Bugoni, and sophomore midfielder Alex Leahy after winning the Eastern Development Program championship.

Men’s soccer teammates secure summer league championship win

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
August 28, 2019
George Valesente announced his retirement after 41 seasons as the Bombers head baseball coach. Valesente never had a losing season during his tenure.

Legendary baseball coach to retire after 41 seasons

By Emily Adams, Sports Editor
June 25, 2019
Freshmen Tara Lynch and Michaella De Natale scramble for a ball during the intramural floor hockey game April 9 in Glazer Arena. Floor hockey is played Tuesday nights and is the only intramural played in the arena.

Students take a slap at playing intramural floor hockey

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Then-sophomore golfer Peyton Greco makes a putt during the Ithaca College Invitational on April 22, 2018. Greco, a junior, is currently the most senior member of the golf team.

Junior golfer embraces leadership role on young team

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Senior attacker Elizabeth Rice whips her 100th goal past Clarkson University goalie Samantha Rudd on April 6 in Higgins Stadium.

Senior scoring leader surpasses 100 career goals

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
April 16, 2019
Womens head basketball coach Dan Raymond also serves as an assistant coach for the softball team.

From the Court to the Diamond: Basketball coach assists softball team

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
April 11, 2019
Senior outfielder Garrett Snyder bats during the Bombers game against University of Rochester on April 3 at Freeman Field.

Senior starter discusses growth with baseball team

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
April 8, 2019
Freshman thrower Luke Tobia placed fourth in the weight throw at the Liberty League Indoor Track and Field Championships.

Freshman thrower discusses strong start to the season

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 27, 2019
Jennifer Miller and freshman Lexi Ryan helped to organize the World Tour Paddling Film Festival at the college. It will be held at 7 p.m. March 30 in the Park Auditorium.

Recreation and Leisure Studies hosts paddling sports film festival

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 26, 2019
Sophomore attacker Jacqui Hallack charges up the field past Brockport freshman midfielder Julie Carballo.

Women’s lacrosse earns decisive win over Brockport

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2019
Freshman Thomas Frevele makes a pass while pursued by junior Brendan OGrady during the rugby teams practice in Glazer Arena on Feb. 27.

Men’s rugby club team primed for strong spring season

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 20, 2019
Womens basketball eliminated by Bowdoin in Elite Eight

Women’s basketball eliminated by Bowdoin in Elite Eight

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 13, 2019
Senior guard Meghan Pickell drives towards the basket past Skidmore College senior guard Haley English during the game against the Thoroughbreds on Feb. 1. Pickell has started in every game this year for the Bombers.

Senior guard discusses championship success in final season

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 5, 2019
Three divers qualify for NCAA championships at regional meet

Three divers qualify for NCAA championships at regional meet

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2019
Allie Panara 19

Women’s lacrosse hopes to end league championship struggle

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
Members of the Ithaca College womens basketball team pile on top of senior Annie Giannone at the end of overtime after she sank a layup to secure the Bombers victory over RIT and the teams first-ever Liberty League Championship.

Women’s basketball beats RIT in overtime thriller to win Liberty League title

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 24, 2019
From left, senior Jake Hewitt, freshman Michael Sheehan, junior Augie Carlozzi, freshman Nick DAgostino and junior John Mosier show off their newly-bleached hair during practice in Kelsey Partridge Bird Natatorium.

Men’s swimming team goes for gold with bleached hair

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 19, 2019
Gymnastics wins tumble in Rumble & Tumble Meet at Cortland

Gymnastics wins ‘tumble’ in Rumble & Tumble Meet at Cortland

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 15, 2019
Junior forward Cassidy OMalley and senior Meghan Pickell high five during the Bombers game against the Rochester Institute of Technology. The Bombers fell to the Engineers 64–52

Women’s basketball loses to RIT in final home matchup

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019
Sports management students will be working at the Super Bowl this year after not going to the 2021 Super Bowl. The 12 students will monitor credentialing access and overlook media control at the event Feb. 13, 2022.

Sport management students volunteer at Super Bowl LIII

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 6, 2019
Senior guard Annie Giannone is congratulated by assistant coach Mary Kate Tierny 14 after sinking a game-tying buzzer-beater from half court. The Bombers went on to win the game 72–66.

Women’s basketball wins Senior Day thriller against RPI

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
February 5, 2019
Three swimmers look toward the pool before their race at the Senior Day meet against Alfred University on Jan. 26. The Bombers added 12 freshman to their roster this season.

Large freshman class revitalizes men’s swimming and diving

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
January 29, 2019
Senior swimmer Kellen Scanlan adjusts his goggles during a swim meet at the Kelsey Partridge Bird Natatorium. Scanlan is a team captain and one of four seniors on the roster.

Senior discusses growth during final swim season

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
January 23, 2019
Womens basketball picks up Liberty League victory

Women’s basketball picks up Liberty League victory

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor
January 11, 2019
Junior guard KellyAnne OReilly drives the ball up the court

Women’s basketball defeats University of Rochester

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
December 12, 2018
Sophomore Jocelyn Pawcio holds a gymnast’s stance while preparing to dive.

Former gymnasts continue to shine: Athletes switch to pole vaulting and diving

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Jaclyn Pecze 19

Women’s swimming and diving aims for a national championship

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Swimming and diving defeats SUNY Cortland on Nov. 3

Swimming and diving defeats SUNY Cortland on Nov. 3

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Mens soccer falls in Liberty League championship

Men’s soccer falls in Liberty League championship

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Junior runner Meghan Beahan runs for the Ithaca College womens cross-country team a year after helping form the running club.

Runner switches from running club to varsity cross-country

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Senior swimmer Jaclyn Pecze competes during the Blue and Golds match against Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on Oct. 27.

Men’s and women’s swimming and diving falls to RPI

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Mens soccer completes shutout against Bard College

Men’s soccer completes shutout against Bard College

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
Freshman midfielder Alex Leahy cuts between two Wells College defenders on Sept. 7. The Bombers won the match 2–1 in overtime, and have played five overtime games so far this season, with a record of 2–0–3

Men’s soccer shows superiority in extra frame

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
October 2, 2018
Womens soccer defeats St. Lawerence to stay undefeated

Women’s soccer defeats St. Lawerence to stay undefeated

By Emily Adams, Staff Writer
September 30, 2018
Senior midfielder Shoshana Bedrosian dribbles the ball down the field against Wilkes University on Sept. 5.

Senior soccer player starts the season off strong

By Emily Adams, Contributing Writer
September 10, 2018
Cross-country places second at Hamilton College

Cross-country places second at Hamilton College

By Emily Adams, Contributing Writer
September 9, 2018
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