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From left, Hobart sophomore defensive back Mekhi Rogers rushes senior wide receiver Ben Marinnacio as he drives downfield.

Bombers show up big in fall sports season

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor 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.
Senior midfielder Kiley Sullivan defends against an attack from Herons senior midfielder Sydney Foster during the Liberty League championship game against William Smith College on Nov. 5.

Field hockey falls to William Smith in Liberty League final

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor November 6, 2023
After a 60-minute defensive battle, the Ithaca College field hockey team fell, 1–0, to the reigning the William Smith College Herons in the Liberty League championship on Nov 5.
Junior Juliana Valli is a striker on the field hockey team and a physical therapy major in the School of Health Sciences and Human Performance. Valli is one of 13 health science majors on her team.

Student-athletes enhance their health science education on the playing field

By Ana Gavilanes, Contributing Writer October 17, 2023
Beyond their experiences in the classroom, student-athletes at Ithaca College are expanding their knowledge of the human body through the grind of practice sessions and the excitement of game days. 
From left, junior striker Natalie Descalso rushes upfield and aims to get past Hawks senior midfielder Morgan Woolley in the Bombers 2–1 overtime victory Oct. 10.

Field hockey shuts down SUNY New Paltz in overtime

By Alliey Magistro, Staff Writer October 14, 2023
The Ithaca College field hockey team earned a thrilling overtime win Oct. 10 over SUNY New Paltz.  
From left, junior striker Emma Garver transitions the ball downfield as sophomore striker Caroline Hamilton defends toward the sideline.

Field hockey boasts second half comeback against Saints

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor October 8, 2023
The Ithaca College field hockey team bolstered its position at the top of Liberty League standings with a 2–1 victory over the St. Lawrence University Saints on Oct. 4 at Higgins Stadium.
From left, junior midfielder Meara Bury injects the ball during a penalty corner while junior midfielder Catherine Papa and junior strikers Juliana Valli and Emma Garver prepare to attack.

Field hockey slips past Scranton in overtime victory

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor September 29, 2023
The Ithaca College field hockey team came out victorious over the Scranton University Royals in a defensive battle Sept. 27 at Higgins Stadium.
The Ithaca College field hockey team improved its record to 4–3 when they defeated the SUNY Brockport Golden Eagles, 2–0, on Sept. 20.

Field hockey makes a statement with 2–0 shutout

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor September 21, 2023
The Ithaca College field hockey team made a comeback statement with a dominant 2–0 showing over the SUNY Brockport Golden Eagles on Sept. 21 at Higgins Stadium.
From left, senior striker Sarah DeVito calls for the ball upfield while Lakers junior midfielder Bryleigh Beauchat trails her.

Field hockey bounces back with a 6–0 victory over Oswego

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor September 10, 2023
After dropping its home opener, 3–0, against the Kean University Cougars on Sept. 1, the Ithaca College field hockey team went on to earn two victories on the road before finally bringing one home.
Sophomore Natalie Descalso contributed two assists and two shots on goal, with one crossing the goal line during the teams 5–1 win over Hartwick College on Sept. 10.

Field Hockey continues strong start with win over Hawks

By Tess Ferguson, Staff Writer September 13, 2022
The Ithaca College field hockey team registered their fourth win in a 5–1 victory over the Hartwick College Hawks on Sept. 10 at Higgins Stadium, bringing the team record to 4–0. 
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