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The Ithaca College football team returned to the win column by defeating the University of Rochester Yellowjackets Oct. 12. Pictured, senior running back Jalen Leonard-Osbourne breaks away from the defense.

Football returns to winning ways over Rochester

By Rory Mastine, Staff Writer • October 13, 2024
The Ithaca College football team shook off a string of offensive woes from the first few games to overwhelm the undefeated University of Rochester in a 24-0 victory on Oct.12 for their first home victory.
Senior kicker Derek Baldin attempts the extra point, while the Gulls' graduate student defensive back Johnny Carreiro tries to block the kick. The matchup between the Bombers and the Gulls was a low-scoring contest, with the Gulls winning 13-7.

No. 24 football falls short to No. 16 Endicott in defensive battle

By Rory Mastine, Staff Writer • September 16, 2024

In a tough defensive battle, the No. 16 Endicott College Gulls outlasted the No. 24 Ithaca College football team on Sept. 14, winning by a final score 13-7. The Bombers came into the game fresh off an...

Senior running back Jalen Leonard-Osbourne rushes for a 79-yard touchdown in the Bombers 24–14 win over Hobart College. Osbourne is now tied for the 8th longest rush from scrimmage in Bombers football.

Football tops Statesmen 24–14 in home opener

By Daniel King, Senior Writer • September 30, 2023
Breaking ground at the all-new Bertino Field at Butterfield Stadium, the Ithaca College football team opened Liberty League play with a 24–14  win against the Hobart College Statesmen on Sept. 29.
In June 2023, Chenango Contracting began the construction of Bertino Field at Butterfield Stadium, a donor-funded artificial turf field. Ithaca College was granted a temporary certificate of occupancy Sept. 15, deeming the field usable.

Bombers anticipate football’s home opener on new turf field

By Tess Ferguson, Sports Editor • September 29, 2023
On Nov. 29, 2022, Ithaca College announced its plans to upgrade its natural grass football field to artificial turf. Just under a year later, the Ithaca College football team is preparing to compete on Bertino Field at Butterfield Stadium for the first time. 
The Ithaca College football team visited Lycoming College and hosted Susquehanna University for two joint preseason practices in preparation for the 2023 season.

Football takes on fresh faces in joint practice sessions

By Daniel King, Senior Writer • September 19, 2023
Ithaca College welcomed Lycoming College and Susquehanna University to South Hill this summer, not for a game but for a joint practice.
Football blitzes past conference competition

Football blitzes past conference competition

By Daniel King, Senior Writer • September 1, 2023
After going undefeated for the first time in the regular season since 1986, the Ithaca College football team returns with high expectations in their chase for an NCAA Championship.
From left, Saints sophomore quarterback Daniel Lawther looks to pass the ball downfield as senior defensive back Ben Stola looks to get a hand on the football while senior linebacker Matt Desimpliciis gets upfield.

Football stays undefeated with shutout of St. Lawrence

By Tommy Mumau, Senior Writer • October 16, 2022
The No. 12 Ithaca College football team defeated St. Lawrence University 40–0 Oct. 15 at Butterfield Stadium. The victory improves the team’s record to 6–0 on the season. 
Senior captain strong safety Pat Minogue makes a tackle on Bearcats junior running back Quincy Mays.

Senior football captain suits up in several positions

By Danielle Allentuck, Senior Writer • September 19, 2018
Senior football captain Pat Minogue is as versatile as they come. He has suited up as a linebacker, strong safety and punter during his Bomber tenure.
Bombers defenders swarm Brockport junior wide receiver Tyree Brown after catching the ball during the game Sept. 8.

Football falls to the defense of No. 5 Brockport

By Danielle Allentuck, Senior Writer • September 9, 2018
The Ithaca College football team fell to No. 5 The College at Brockport 13–7 at Butterfield Stadium Sept. 8.
Freshman wide receiver Andrew Vito scores a touchdown in the Bombers 48–20 win over SUNY Cortland on Nov. 11.

WATCH: Ithaca College football team wins 59th Cortaca Jug game

By Matt Hornick, Senior Writer • November 11, 2017
The Ithaca College Bombers defeated SUNY Cortland 48–20 in the 59th Cortaca Jug game, snapping the Red Dragons seven year winning streak.
From left, linebackers coach Brody Trahan and his father, defensive line coach Warren “Bull” Trahan, coach together for the Ithaca College football team. Warren brings 35 years of coaching experience to the Bombers.

Father and son tackle coaching football together

By Matt Hornick, Senior Writer • October 11, 2017
Brody Trahan and his father, Warren "Bull" Trahan, are now coaching together for the Ithaca College football team.
From left, senior defensive lineman Ryan Moody tackles junior quarterback Bryce Morrison of Alfred University with help from fellow senior defensive lineman Brad Helmkamp. The Bombers lost their home opener Sept. 2 20–17.

Two football players play new positions on the defensive line

By Matt Hornick, Senior Writer • October 4, 2017
Senior defensive end Ryan Moody and fullback Brad Helmkamp have made the change to defensive linemen this season.
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