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Junior tight end Kyle Hastings makes a catch while two Buffalo State College defenders tackle him during the Bombers' 38–27 loss to the Bengals on Oct. 11 at Butterfield Stadium.

Four Downs: Bombers aim to keep playoff hopes alive against Salisbury

By Christian Araos, Senior Writer • October 24, 2014
In its final home game of the regular season, the football team must defeat Salisbury University to keep its playoff hopes alive.
Freshman running back Tristan Brown fights through a tackle from Hartwick College senior safety Jared Morrow during the Bombers' 42–7 win over the Hawks Sept. 20 at Butterfield Stadium.

Four Downs: Bombers set to host Pioneers for third home game

By Christian Araos, Senior Writer • October 3, 2014
In its third home game of the year, the football team prepares for its matchup with the Utica College Pioneers.
Assistant football coach Mark McDonough speaks to members of the defense during the Bombers’ practice on Aug. 21 at Lower Allen Field. The team begins its season on Sept. 6 at Butterfield Stadium.

Ithaca College football coach spends summer with national team

By Christian Araos, Senior Writer • September 2, 2014
Assistant coach Mark McDonough spent the summer in Kuwait as a linebackers coach with the Under States Under-19 National Team.
From left, junior cornerback Sam Carney runs at Framingham State sophomore linebacker Brian Montambault while sophomore wide receiver Josh Oliver throws a block during the first-round game of the NCAA tournament.

End of season provides new challenges

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • December 4, 2013
The loss to Wesley College on Nov. 30 marked the end of the Bombers 2013 season.
Members of the football team pose with the Empire 8 banner at the conclusion of the Nov. 9 game against Salisbury University.

Blue and Gold earn conference title and spot in NCAA tournament

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • November 14, 2013
The football team's 23–24 victory over Salisbury University was the first Empire 8 championship for the Bomber's since 2008.

Four Downs: The homecoming

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • October 10, 2013

The football team (3–1, 1–1) looks to rebound from a shocking defeat to Hartwick College, as it hosts Alfred University (3–1, 1–0) at 1 p.m. Saturday at Butterfield Stadium. Homecoming It’s...

Senior captain Phil Neumann readies to throw the ball during a game against Union College on Sept. 15, 2012 at Butterfield Stadium.

Football looks to build off defense powerhouse this season

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • September 2, 2013
Football season preview
Senior wideout JJ Crandall receives a blow to the head from senior outside linebacker Connor Beerworth after catching a pass during the Bombers’ 27-24 victory over Union College last season.

Head to Head: Football team responds to spike in reported concussions

By Whit Ives, Contributing Writer • February 6, 2013
Concussions double on Ithaca College football team and players, coaches and athletic trainers work to create a safe environment for players.
Ithaca Bombers senior running back Clay Ardoin (No. 27 in white) is stopped at the goal line by the SUNY-Cortland defense to end the Bombers' final possession during Cortland's 16-10 victory in the 54th annual Cortaca Jug football game Saturday in Cortland, N.Y.

The story behind the Bombers’ Cortaca Jug loss

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • November 14, 2012
Football beat writer examines the Ithaca Bombers 16-10 loss to SUNY-Cortland in Saturday's Cortaca Jug football game through a narrative lens.
Members of the Ithaca Bombers football team console each after losing the 54th annual Cortaca Jug football game 16-10 to SUNY-Cortland on Saturday in Cortland, N.Y.

Four Downs: Recapping the Ithaca Bombers loss at Cortaca

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • November 11, 2012
Football beat writer Christian Araos recaps the Bombers' final game of the season, a tough loss to SUNY-Cortland in the 2012 Cortaca Jug football game.
Zeroing In: Previewing the 54th annual Cortaca Jug game

Zeroing In: Previewing the 54th annual Cortaca Jug game

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • November 9, 2012
Football beat writer Christian Araos breaks down the top four story lines going into Saturday's 54th annual Cortaca Jug football game at SUNY-Cortland.

Zeroing In: Previewing Bombers football vs. Hartwick

By Christian Araos, Staff Writer • November 3, 2012
Football beat writer analyzes the top storylines going into Saturday's football home finale against Hartwick College.
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