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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.
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. 
The Ithaca College field hockey team celebrates its Liberty League Championship win against the University of Rochester Yellowjackets. Pictured, the team holds up first year striker Mia Woodard in an act of joy.

Field hockey team claims its first-ever Liberty League title over the Yellowjackets

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • November 11, 2024
After being named runner-up in 2021 and 2023, the No. 22 Ithaca College field hockey team finally captured its first-ever Liberty League title. The Bombers defeated the No. 20 University of Rochester Yellowjackets 2-0, in a rainy championship matchup Nov. 10 at Higgins Stadium. 
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. 
The Ithaca College field hockey team is looking to win their first Liberty League Championship. Pictured, senior striker Juliana Valli led the team with nine goals last season.

Field hockey seeking Championship redemption

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • September 5, 2024
When the 2024 season opened, the No. 23 Ithaca College field hockey team wasted no time setting the standard.
The Ithaca College volleyball team is looking to win a third straight Liberty League title. Pictured above, senior defensive specialist Julia Costa led the team with 424 digs last season.

Volleyball sets up for third Championship win

By David Schurter, Sports Editor • September 4, 2024
The Ithaca College volleyball team is back and is ready to defend its title following back-to-back Liberty League Championships in 2022 and 2023 and advancing to the regional semifinal round in the NCAA tournament in 2023. With a new head coach and a new class coming in, expectations are high for the season.
Bombers' senior midfielder Caroline Wise fights for the ball in a draw with Hornets' senior midfielder Ainsley Buckner. Wise would finish the game with nine draw controls, contributing to the Bombers' 18–6 victory.

Bombers advance to third round of NCAA tournament with dominant win over the Hornets

By Jonathan Falco, Staff Writer • May 15, 2024
The No. 8 ranked Ithaca College women’s lacrosse team took care of business at home against No. 23 ranked Shenandoah University Hornets 18–6 on May 12 to advance to the third round of the NCAA tournament. 
From left, senior defender Maggie Mandel and senior goalkeeper Lexi Held are aiming to get a spot in the NCAA tournament and are preparing for a rematch in the Liberty League Championships.

Women’s lacrosse search for redemption with a veteran squad

By Alliey Magistro, Staff Writer • February 29, 2024
The Ithaca College women’s lacrosse team has been vigorously preparing for their upcoming season and are ready to take another swing at the No. 3 William Smith College Herons, the defending Liberty League Champions that knocked them off a year ago.
Men's soccer shoots for improved 2023 season

Men’s soccer shoots for improved 2023 season

By Flynn Hynes, Staff Writer • August 31, 2023
Coming off a 3–9–5 season that placed them eighth in the Liberty League, the Ithaca College men's soccer team is looking for a turnaround this upcoming year.
Women's soccer aims to repeat conference titles

Women’s soccer aims to repeat conference titles

By Jess Moskowitz, Contributing Writer • August 31, 2023
On Nov. 6, 2022, the Ithaca College women's soccer team claimed the program's first Liberty League title. This season, the team is ready to solidify its conference champion status once again. 
The Ithaca College women's rowing team will attend the Liberty League Championships May 5 in Saratoga Springs.

Women’s rowing vies for national championship

By Tess Ferguson, Assistant Sports Editor • May 3, 2023
After wrapping up its regular season April 29, the Ithaca College women’s rowing team is looking to nail down its fifth consecutive Liberty League Championship
From left, sophomore Faith Sabatier and senior Grace Isaksen of the Ithaca College volleyball team. Despite a good Liberty League performance in 2021, the Bombers are looking to improve on their record.

Volleyball expecting big season with young roster

By Nicolas Rosado, Staff Writer • August 31, 2022
The Ithaca College volleyball team is ready to begin its second season back since the COVID-19 pandemic with the upcoming season quickly approaching.
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