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Freshman Meghan Matheny began working with pole vault assistant coach Matt Scheffler in eighth grade and continued to train with him through high school. She decided to attend Ithaca College largely so that Scheffler would remain her coach.

Freshman pole vaulter has Blue and Gold in her blood

By Mikayla Rovenolt, Staff Writer • May 1, 2019
Freshman pole vaulter Meghan Matheny was born and raised 22 minutes from Ithaca College and still competes under her high school vault coach.
The women's Novice 8 boat placed first April 7 against SUNY Geneseo and St. John Fisher College at the Cayuga Lake Inlet. The women's team has a total of 13 novice athletes.

Starting from Scratch: Crew programs support novice rowers

By Jack Murray, Sports Editor • April 17, 2019
The men's and women's crew teams at Ithaca College do not heavily recruit, but instead develop athletes through their novice teams.
Track and Field participate at three invitationals April 6

Track and Field participate at three invitationals April 6

By Willy Wright, Staff Writer • April 9, 2019
The Ithaca College men's and women's track and field teams sent participants to three different invitationals April 6.
Freshman rower Dania Bogdanovic is one of two freshman on women's varsity crew, and competed as a member of the team's second Varsity 8 boat March 30 at Cayuga Inlet.

Born to Row: Freshman rower makes impact for women’s crew

By Anna Harris, Staff Writer • April 3, 2019
Freshman Dania Bogdanovic has been around the sport of rowing since she was young, and now is a star for the women's crew team at Ithaca College.
Senior Seán Dullea writes about how Division III student-athletes are also deserving of scholarships and how Ithaca College should compensate them like Division I and II schools.

Commentary: Division III athletes deserve compensation

By Seán Dullea • April 3, 2019
If Division I and Division II student-athletes can receive athletic scholarships, then so should Division III student-athletes.
From left, women's lacrosse assistant coach Kayla Minner and head coach Karrie Moore look on as the Blue and Gold face The College at Brockport on March 20.

New assistant coach discusses offensive strategy

By Jack Murray, Sports Editor • March 31, 2019
The Ithaca College women's lacrosse team has scored 124 goals through nine games the season, which has been aided by new assistant coach Kayla Minner.
Freshman Thomas Frevele makes a pass while pursued by junior Brendan O'Grady during the rugby team's 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
The Ithaca College rugby team competes at a high level despite their club classification and is prepared to compete for a national championship.
From left Andy McCabe '20 and Eric Stamer '19

Men’s crew hopes to use experience to have successful year

By Willy Wright, Staff Writer • February 28, 2019
The Ithaca College men's crew team aims to be one of the best teams in the state and hold their own against Division I competition.
Savannah Brija '19

Women’s crew aims to reach podium at national championships

By Anna Harris, Staff Writer • February 28, 2019
The Ithaca College women's crew team is hoping to win a national championship this season after falling to Bates College in 2018.
Allie Panara '19

Women’s lacrosse hopes to end league championship struggle

By Emily Adams, Assistant Sports Editor • February 28, 2019
The Ithaca College women's lacrosse team hopes to replace last years graduates with depth from all grade levels and finally win a league championship.
Freshman Logan Bruce competes in the 800-meter run at the end of the pentathlon during the Liberty League Championships on Feb. 22. Bruce is currently ranked No. 16 in Division III in the pentathlon.

Small-town freshman pentathlete has national aspirations

By Ryan Lemay, Staff Writer • February 26, 2019
Freshman Logan Bruce came from a small high school and planned to play college basketball for most of her life, but is now at the top of DIII track.
Senior Jawan Jones pins Wilkes University senior John Ritter in their matchup Feb. 8. The Bombers are currently 11–4 on the season and are preparing for the NCAA Mideast Regional Championships on Feb. 23.

Road to the podium: Wrestling team hopes to peak in postseason

By Will Gaglioti, Staff Writer • February 21, 2019
The Ithaca College wrestling team has returned to form since suffering early season losses and hopes to make a large impact in the NCAA Tournament.
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