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Ithaca College women's cross-country junior Kyla Eisman is setting the pace for the Bombers this season. Eisman is looking to return to the NCAA Division III Cross Country Championship.

Junior women’s cross-country runner setting the pace towards nationals

By Flynn Hynes, Sports Editor • October 9, 2024
The significant growth that junior Kyla Eisman demonstrated between her first year and sophomore seasons on the cross-country team was nothing short of remarkable.
On Oct. 15 the Ithaca College athletic department issued a new dress code that impacts practice attire for varsity athletes in the Athletic and Events and Hill Centers.

Athletics department issues dress code for student-athletes

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor • December 6, 2023
On Oct. 15, the Ithaca College athletic department released a statement that redefined the way varsity athletes are allowed to present themselves. 
Senior Patrick Bierach nears the finish line while spectators look on and cheer. Bierach earned a first-place finish on the men's side of the race with a 5k time of 16:51.98.

Runners’ reunion: Cross country teams host annual alumni run

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor • September 6, 2023
On Sept. 2, the Ithaca College men's and women's cross country teams hosted their annual Jannette Bonrouhi-Zakaim Memorial Alumni Run, an event that has been running since the mid-1980's.
From left, senior Danny Jagoe and first-year student Jessica Goode both qualified as individuals to represent the Ithaca College men’s and women’s cross-country teams at the NCAA Division III National Championships on Nov. 19 in Lansing, Michigan. Jagoe finished in 71st place, while Goode came in at 117th place.

Runners represent Ithaca College at cross-country Nationals

By Aidan Charde, Sports Editor • November 30, 2022
Although neither program qualified for the NCAA Division III National Championship as a team, the Ithaca College men’s and women’s cross-country teams both had representation in Lansing, Michigan.
The Jannette Bonrouhi-Zakaim Memorial Alumni Run is the only home meet of the season for the Ithaca College men’s and women’s cross-country teams. At this year’s race, senior Danny Jagoe won the five kilometer race for the men with a time of 16:42.60, while Parley Hannan ‘20 won it for the women with a time of 18:03.00.

Runners reconnect at annual cross-country alumni run

By Aidan Charde, Sports Editor • September 7, 2022
For current athletes, alumni of all ages and their families, the Jannette Bonrouhi-Zakaim Memorial Alumni Run represents more than just a race.
Junior Giana Haubrich prepares for the ropes course with her teammates Aug. 28 at Greek Peak Mountain Resort. The women’s cross-country team spent time bonding before the season.

Women’s cross-country builds chemistry at Greek Peak

By Tess Ferguson, Contributing Writer • August 30, 2022
As a precursor to its upcoming competition season, the team spent three days at Greek Peak Mountain Resort in Cortland, NY from Aug. 26 to 28, for a weekend retreat.
Senior Isabel Johnston was cut from the Ithaca College women’s cross-country team her sophomore year but is now a captain of the team.

Women’s cross-country runner makes a comeback as captain

By Eli Fishman, Contributing writer • September 22, 2021
Ithaca College women's cross-country runner Isabel Johnston, overcame her struggles with a medical condition to become a captain of the team.
Senior captains Isabel Johnston and Lauren Lobdell are prepared to chase down a Liberty League title this fall.

Women’s cross country team ready to run down a championship

By Tommy Mumau, Assistant sports editor • August 25, 2021
Since the Ithaca College women’s cross-country team finished second in the Liberty League in 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic has prevented the Bombers from stepping foot on the race course.
From left, senior captain Rachel Spirito runs alongside senior Annmarie Charno and sophomore Hannah Wright on the Ithaca College Cross Country Course last Thursday evening.

Women’s cross country searches for path back to NCAA Championships

By Nathan Bickell, Staff Writer • August 29, 2012
New women's cross country head coach Erin Dinan has big shoes to fill as she tries to lead the Bombers back to the national championships.
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