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Susan Bassett ’79, Ithaca College’s director of athletics, was the first president of Women Leaders in Sports and has held leadership roles in collegiate athletics for over four decades.

Building a legacy: The role of women leaders in NCAA growth

By David Schurter, Assistant Sports Editor • December 4, 2024
As of the 2024–25 academic year, there are 425 colleges and universities that fall under the NCAA’s Division III for athletics. Among those schools, 147 have female directors of athletics, which represents the highest ratio across every division in the NCAA.
The Ithaca College volleyball team celebrates its Liberty League title victory over William Smith College. The Bombers will face Lasell University on Nov. 21 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Three-Peat: Volleyball claims third straight Liberty League crown

By Khari Bolden, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024
It was truly a great day to be a Bomber as the No. 22 Ithaca College volleyball team on Nov. 16 dismantled the William Smith Herons for their third straight Liberty League title in three sets by scores of 25-10, 25-15 and 25-15.
Pictured, sophomore outside hitter Gabriela Gonzalez-Abreu goes up for a spike against the Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers on Nov. 15. Gonzalez-Abreu delivered a standout performance, leading the team with 11 kills.

Semifinal statement as volleyball overwhelm RIT

By Khari Bolden, Staff Writer • November 17, 2024
The No. 22 Ithaca College volleyball team delivered a masterclass in the Liberty League Championship semifinals Nov. 15, steamrolling the RIT Tigers in three decisive sets — 25-10, 25-21, 25-16 — to keep their championship hopes alive.
On July 29, the college’s athletics department announced the addition of women’s wrestling to the varsity sport agenda. The team will begin competition in the 2025–26 season and will mark the 14th women’s sport offered on campus.

Newest varsity team expands field of women’s sports

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • November 13, 2024
This fall, Ithaca College became the first institution in the Liberty League to take the next step in expanding women’s sports. 
Graduate student midfielder slips to the ground against the William Smith College Herons. The game presented a defensive battle with the match being sent to double overtime and then a penalty shootout. The Bombers won 3-2 in the penalty shootout to claim the Liberty League title.

Women’s soccer slips past Herons for the Liberty League title

By Flynn Hynes, Sports Editor • November 11, 2024
On a rainy, windy and muddy day, the Ithaca College women’s soccer team managed to slip by the William Smith College Herons on Nov. 10, winning 3-2 in a penalty shootout to claim the Liberty League Championship. 
From left, junior multi Cecelia LaBonte and senior multi Laura Suppa. The Ithaca College women’s track and field is back with top talent and big goals, aiming for the Liberty League title and national success

New and old faces fuels women’s track and field goals

By Charles Schaff, Contributing Writer • November 7, 2024
National dreams and a Liberty League title fuel Ithaca College women's track and field season. With powerhouse athletes returning, the team is ready to prove its dominance across every event.
From left, sophomore sprinter George Nilson and senior pole vaulter Shaun Herlihy. The Ithaca College men’s track and field aims for a comeback under new head coach Stargell Williams, with a larger roster and strong team chemistry fueling their drive.

Men’s track and field gears up for rebound season

By Flynn Hynes, Sports Editor • November 7, 2024
Finish times for the Ithaca College men’s track and field team fell hard last season — its lowest results in former head coach Jim Nichols’ history of coaching the team. Looking ahead to the season, senior pole vaulter Shaun Herlihy said the team is out for vengeance.
From left, sophomore swimmer Kathleen Papiernik and senior national champion diver Kailee Payne. With no pool in preseason, the Bombers have surged to a 3-1 start, proving their resilience and readiness to defend their Liberty League title in 2024.

Women’s swim and dive overpowers its opponents

By David Schurter, Assistant Sports Editor • November 7, 2024
Despite having no pool in the pre-season, the Ithaca College women’s swimming and diving team has started the regular season off strong with a 3-1 record so far — demonstrating that the Bombers are ready to compete for a sixth straight Liberty League Championship win.
From left, sophomore forward Alex Penders and sophomore guard Evan Cabral were key contributors for the Ithaca College men's basketball team last season. Although the Bombers struggled toward the end of the season, Cabral and Penders said the team is determined to bounce back.

Men’s basketball ready for action despite injuries

By Jacob Infald, Staff Writer • November 7, 2024
After missing the playoffs in the 2023–24 campaign, the Ithaca College men’s basketball team looks to return to its winning ways with a mix of youth and upperclassmen leaders, as it battles through early season injuries. 
The Ithaca College’s women’s basketball team aims for a comeback after missing the NCAA Tournament last season. With new talent and strong returning players, they’re determined to reclaim their spot.

Women’s basketball eyes Liberty League revenge

By Khari Bolden, Staff Writer • November 7, 2024
Ithaca College seems to have a “redeem team” of its own this season, as the women’s basketball team aims to return to the summit of the Liberty League Championship Tournament. 
Senior striker Juliana Valli moves the ball as a defender approaches. The Bombers secured a thrilling shootout victory over the No. 17 Ursinus College Bears, extending their winning streak to seven games.

Field hockey triumphs in nail-biting shootout on senior day

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • November 2, 2024
The Ithaca College field hockey team celebrated senior day with a thrilling shootout victory over the No. 17 Ursinus College Bears. The 2-1 win marks the Bombers’ final regular season game and improves their record to 13-5.
The Ithaca College field hockey team shut out the Skidmore College Thoroughbreds 2-0 Oct. 25. Pictured, the Bombers pose for a team picture after the win.

Field Hockey shuts down Thoroughbreds in liberty league showdown

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • October 26, 2024
In a midday matchup on Oct. 25, the Ithaca College field hockey team extended its winning streak to four games in a Liberty League victory against the Skidmore College Thoroughbreds. The 2-0 victory improves the Bombers’ in-conference record to 5-1 and 10-5 overall. 
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