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Freshman outfielder Colin Shashaty makes a defensive play during the baseball team's doubleheader sweep against Vassar College,

Baseball freshmen making an immediate impact for the team

By Tommy Mumau, Staff writer • April 22, 2021
The Ithaca College baseball team brought in 19 freshmen this year, and 13 have made their debuts already while playing pivotal roles for the team.
Senior Garrett Callaghan and first-year graduate student Buzz Shirley said they are prepared to get back to competition and establish the Bombers as a contender in the Liberty League

Baseball team ready to contend for the Liberty League

By Tommy Mumau, Staff Writer • March 25, 2021
After an interrupted first season as manager, head coach David Valesente and the Ithaca College baseball team look to swing for the fences.
From left, junior Jack Lynch and senior Buzz Shirley will be key players for the baseball team this year.

Baseball team faces new challenges in 2020 season

By Noah Schwartz • February 27, 2020
With the loss of several seniors and the addition of a brand-new head coach, the Ithaca College baseball program will face a number of new challenges.
Dave Valesente and his father, George '66, after Ithaca College's annual game against Wells College on May 5, 2018.

New softball and baseball coaches have history on South Hill

By Lauren White, Assistant Sports Edtior • August 28, 2019
Softball head coach Hannah Shalett Quintana played for Ithaca College, and head baseball coach Dave Valesente takes over from his father, George '66.
Baseball sweeps Elmira College in doubleheader

Baseball sweeps Elmira College in doubleheader

By Ariel Dowdy, Staff Writer • April 9, 2019
The Ithaca College baseball team defeated Elmira College 7–4 and 8–3 in a doubleheader April 6 in Elmira, New York.
Sophomore shortstop Jack Lynch grounds the ball during the Bombers 6–5 win over SUNY Oswego on April 2.

Baseball defeats SUNY Oswego in walk-off thriller

By Mikayla Rovenolt, Staff Writer • April 9, 2019
The Ithaca College baseball team defeated SUNY Oswego 6–5 April 2 off of a walk-off sacrifice fly by senior right fielder Garrett Snyder.
Baseball sweeps doubleheader against Utica College

Baseball sweeps doubleheader against Utica College

By Shehanee Fernando, Staff Writer • April 2, 2019
The Ithaca College baseball team swept Utica College in a doubleheader March 24. The Bombers won the first game 4–2 and the second game 11–2.
Binder throws near no-hitter in Bombers first victory.

Binder throws near no-hitter in Bombers first victory.

By Jackson Lawrence, Staff Writer • March 14, 2019
The Ithaca College baseball team won their first game of the season March 10 when they defeated No. 18 California Lutheran University 2–0.
Junior first baseman Andrew Bailey gets the out against senior outfielder Drew Delasiis on April 28 at Freeman Field.

Baseball splits doubleheader on Senior Day

By Dani Pluchinsky, Assistant Sports Editor • April 28, 2018
The Ithaca College baseball won the first game of a doubleheader, but lost the second game on Senior Day on April 28 at Freeman Field.
Freshman shortstop Jack Lynch tags Dennis Rudolph, Elmira College senior outfielder, out at second during the Bombers' 5–3 victory April 8.

Baseball earns two victories against Elmira College

By Dani Pluchinsky, Assistant Sports Editor • April 8, 2018
The Ithaca College baseball team took down Elmira College in both games on April 7 and 8 at Freeman Field.
Baseball loses final game in series against Stevens

Baseball loses final game in series against Stevens

By Dani Pluchinsky, Assistant Sports Editor • March 26, 2018
The Ithaca College baseball team lost the final game of the series against Stevens Institute of Technology on March 26.
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