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Sophomore Marc Barbieri prepares for a play on the defensive line against Hobart College on Sept. 19, 2015.

Football team sets high standards for Welch’s last season

By Matt Hornick, Staff Writer • August 24, 2016
The football team looks beyond its sixth consecutive Cortaca jug loss and aims for a win this season to honor head coach Mike Welch's last season.
Football players from SUNY Cortland and Ithaca College line up for a play in the 2014 Cortaca Jug on Nov. 15, 2014 at SUNY Cortland Stadium Complex.

Four Downs: Bombers look to end five year streak in Cortaca Jug

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • November 14, 2015
The Ithaca College football team will take on rival SUNY Cortland in the 57th Annual Cortaca Jug game Nov. 14 at Butterfield Stadium.
Head football coach Mike Welch addresses the media at the 2015 Cortaca Jug Press Conference hosted in the Hill Center’s multi-purpose room. Welch shared his perspective on his 36th Cortaca Jug.

Bombers ready to take back the Jug in 57th annual Cortaca

By Andrew Sullivan and Dustin Albino • November 11, 2015
The Bombers' football team anticipates a gritty matchup in preparation for the 2015 Cortaca Jug game.
A photo from the Cortaca Jug press conference Nov. 12, 2014 in preparation for the 56th annual Cortaca Jug matchup in Cortland, New York. SUNY Cortland defeated the Bombers 23–20 on a wild touchdown pass to end the game.

Live-blog: Ithaca Athletics hosts 2015 Cortaca Press Conference

By Jonathan Beck, Sports Editor • November 11, 2015
A live-blog about the 57th annual Cortaca Jug Press Conference with statements from Susan Bassett, Terri Stewert, and both football captains and head coaches.
Sophomore linebacker Kenny Bradley tackles SUNY Brockport running back Dan Andrews during the football team’s 27–17 loss to the Golden Eagles on Oct. 17 at Butterfield Stadium.

Bombers defense stifling opponents for football team

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • October 27, 2015
The Ithaca College football team's defense is ranked 50th in the country and has been a stigma for the squad this season.
Sophomore running back Tristan Brown attempts to run past an Alfred University defender during the football team's 38–18 win over Alfred on Sept. 23 at Butterfield Stadium.

Football bounces back with 47–19 victory over Hartwick Hawks

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • October 11, 2015
The football team rebounded from its first loss beating Hartwick College 47–19 Oct. 10 in Oneonta, New York.
Senior specialist Josh Oliver, left, and junior wide receiver Brian Balsamo, right, jump in celebration after a touchdown in the 24–6 win over Hobart College on Sept. 19 at Butterfield Stadium.

Four Downs: 2–0 start prompts undefeated matchup with Alfred

By Dustin Albino, Contributing Writer • September 25, 2015
The No. 20–ranked Ithaca College football team will look to stay undefeated this weekend as the Bombers host the 3–0 Alfred University Saxons at 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at Butterfield Stadium.
Sophomore Tristan Brown runs into the end zone for a three-yard touchdown during the football team's 24–6 win over Hobart College at Butterfield Stadium.

Football avenges playoff loss with 24–6 victory over Hobart

By Andrew Sullivan and Dustin Albino • September 19, 2015
The football team defeated the Hobart Statesmen 24–6 in a turnover heavy contest at Butterfield Stadium.

Four Downs: Football faces rematch against Hobart Statesmen

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • September 18, 2015
The Bombers prepare for their home opener against Hobart College at 1 p.m. Sept. 19 at Butterfield Stadium.
On left, senior Logan Murphy and on right, junior Rob Barbieri warm up during the football team's practice Sept. 3.

Two defensive lineman share same field since high school

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • September 9, 2015
Senior Logan Murphy and junior Rob Barberi have been playing football together since they were freshman in high school.
Senior John Iannone charges through the St. John Fisher College defense on Nov. 8, 2014, at Butterfield Stadium.

Bombers football team out to revive reputation this season

By Andrew Sullivan, Staff Writer • August 26, 2015
The football team is ready to get back to a national contender for the 2015 season.
From left, freshman cornerback Trevon Perez-Tucker stiff arms Utica College junior safety Mike Sullivan during the football team's 27–10 win over the Pioneers Oct. 4 at Butterfield Stadium.

Four Downs: Bombers seek first 5–0 start since 2005

By Christian Araos, Senior Writer • October 10, 2014
With a win over the Buffalo State Bengals, the football team can secure its first 5–0 start since 2005.
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