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Former boxer Ray Ciancaglini spoke April 3 at Ithaca College about head trauma in sports and the risk athletes take by re-entering their respective sports before they are fully healed.

Retired boxer discusses the dangers of concussions

By Brandon Adelbock, Staff Writer • April 8, 2014
Former boxer Ray Ciancaglini spoke April 3 at Ithaca College about head trauma in sports.

Football and Concussions: Popularity and Concern Coming to a Head

By Nik DeCosta-Klipa • February 2, 2014

This year the National Football League got likely their most ideal conference championship and Super Bowl weekends possible.  While the Denver Broncos’ defeat of the New England Patriots plotted two...

Editorial: Play it safe

By The Ithacan • February 13, 2013
Students who play contact sports, like rugby and hockey at the club level, are still athletes for the college, and it is the college’s responsibility to ensure they have the care they need.
Senior wideout JJ Crandall receives a blow to the head from senior outside linebacker Connor Beerworth after catching a pass during the Bombers’ 27-24 victory over Union College last season.

Head to Head: Football team responds to spike in reported concussions

By Whit Ives, Contributing Writer • February 6, 2013
Concussions double on Ithaca College football team and players, coaches and athletic trainers work to create a safe environment for players.
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