The 65th Cortaca Jug: Play-by-Play

By Ray Milburn, Makai Yllanes, Mei Dennison, and Ava Suffredini • November 24, 2024

Ray Milburn breaks down the highlights from the 65th Cortaca Jug, hosted at Grady Field in Cortland.

On the Quad: What do you think the score will be at the 65th Cortaca Jug?

By Nathan Glasser, Christian Gratto, and Hannah Coulthurst • November 15, 2024

Reporter Nathan Glasser went on the quad to find out student score predictions for the 65th Cortaca Jug.

Return of Blue Crew program looks to encourage student involvement

By Jess Moskowitz, Staff Writer • March 22, 2024

Ithaca College Athletics announced the return of the Blue Crew student rewards program on Jan. 31. This program brings together Ithaca College students, giving them an incentive to attend sporting events in return for points toward special prizes. 

First-year athlete rides tide into unique dual sport combination

By Billy Wood, Senior Writer • March 7, 2024

Swimming and rowing could be seen as incompatible sports from the surface level. But when looked at closely, the connection may be deeper than just the water level. 

Football names new offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach

By Billy Wood, Senior Writer • February 1, 2024

The Ithaca College football program announced Jan. 26 that Brandon Maguire would be taking over as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. 

Streak of dominance highlights wrestling’s rivalry with Cortland

By Jacob Infald, Senior Writer • January 30, 2024

Every Ithaca College and SUNY Cortland student and alum knows about the historic Cortaca Jug football game that takes place every fall. However, the intense spectacle of the rivalry extends into other sports, including wrestling.

Former Bombers’ guard makes the jump to professional football in Mexico

By Augustine Daudu, Contributing Writer • January 24, 2024

Making a career in professional football is something only 1.6% of all collegiate football players will achieve. It can be even more difficult for athletes who did not go to Division I schools, which normally offer better training resources, more exposure to scouts and recruiters and a higher level of competition.

Q&A: First-year quarterback discusses journey and sudden spotlight

By Flynn Hynes, Senior Writer • December 6, 2023

During the 2023 Ithaca College football season, the spotlight shifted to first-year quarterback Colin Schumm, who stepped onto the field following graduate student quarterback A.J. Wingfield's injury against Union College.

Bombers show up big in fall sports season

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • December 2, 2023

Ithaca College athletics wrapped up its fall season with many achievements under each squad's belt. Football, field hockey and sophomore Kyla Eisman of women's cross country made it into NCAA tournament play.

The 64th Cortaca Jug: Play-by-Play

By Makai Yllanes, Agustina Dozo, and Mei Dennison • November 19, 2023

Makai Yllanes breaks down the highlights from the 64th Cortaca Jug, hosted at Butterfield Stadium.

In the stands at the 64th Cortaca Jug

By Christian Gratto and Hunter Holmes • November 16, 2023

Christian Gratto asks Ithaca College Football fans for their thoughts on the 64th Cortaca Jug.

Bombers look forward to 64th annual Cortaca Jug game returning to Ithaca

By Daniel King, Senior Writer • November 10, 2023

For the first time since 2017, the Cortaca jug game is returning to the South Hill for the 64th edition of the “Biggest Little Game in the Nation” as the Ithaca College football team welcomes SUNY Cortland back to the Ithaca College campus.