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Cortaca 2022 venue sparks concern about IC's finances

Cortaca 2022 venue sparks concern about IC’s finances

By The Ithacan, The Ithacan September 23, 2021

With the recent announcement of the 2022 Cortaca Jug game being held at Yankee Stadium comes a multitude of emotions, ranging from excitement to confusion. In any other situation, this would be seen as...

'The Intersection' - A Conversation with Alex Elconin and George Sikoryak III

‘The Intersection’ – A Conversation with Alex Elconin and George Sikoryak III

By Frankie Walls, Managing Editor September 23, 2021

The Ithacan · 'The Intersection' - A Conversation with Alex Elconin and George Sikoryak III Host Frankie Walls sits down with former varsity soccer player Alex Elconin ’21 and current men’s varsity...

'How IC Sports' - Fall 2021 Season Sneak Peak

‘How IC Sports’ – Fall 2021 Season Sneak Peak

By Arla Davis September 22, 2021

The Ithacan · 'How IC Sports' - Fall 2021 Sneak Peak How IC Sports returns for the Fall 2021 season! In this sneak peak, host Arla Davis introduces herself and discusses her goals for the podcast this...

Junior defensive back Daniel Hutchinson has signed deals for multiple NIL agreements to promote certain products.

Student athletes cash in on new name, image and likeness laws

By Connor Glunt, Sports editor August 26, 2021
When junior defensive back Daniel Hutchinson first heard about the passing of new name, image and likeness (NIL) laws in July of this year, his reaction was short and simple. "Finally."
NCAA uses amateurism to exploit athletes' likeness

NCAA uses amateurism to exploit athletes’ likeness

By Emily Adams, Senior writer April 29, 2021
Amid the backlash surrounding the Division I basketball tournaments weeks ago, the NCAA was fighting another battle in the Supreme Court regarding athletes receiving benefits and compensation.
Sean Burton ’09, Ithaca College men’s basketball head coach, has resigned from his position, effective immediately. The college plans to launch a national search for a new head men’s basketball coach immediately.

Men’s basketball head coach resigns after first season

By Arla Davis, Sports editor April 27, 2021
Sean Burton ’09, Ithaca College men’s basketball head coach, has resigned from his position, effective immediately.
The NCAA must protect the athletes it claims to support

The NCAA must protect the athletes it claims to support

By Emily Adams, Senior writer April 14, 2021
In a time when social justice has become inextricable from sports and when more people are coming out as LGBTQ+ than ever before, the NCAA must protect the athletes who it claims to support.
NCAA knows gender inequity exists but does not care

NCAA knows gender inequity exists but does not care

By Emily Adams, Senior writer March 24, 2021
The inequities between the men’s and women’s sports in the NCAA run deep, and the unique circumstances of the pandemic are only exacerbating the problems.
From left, senior Julia Nomberg, sophomore Jamie Rossig and junior Meghan Matheny at track practice at the Athletics and Events Center on Feb. 21.

Athletes consider using extra year of competition eligibility

By Arla Davis, Sports editor March 17, 2021
In October 2020, the NCAA approved a blanket waiver for Division III that stated athletes may compete during the 2020–21 academic year without losing participation or academic eligibility.
The Cornell Big Red softball team competes against Dartmouth University at Niemand-Robison Field in Ithaca, NY on Saturday, April 20, 2019.

Cornell and Ivy League cancel spring athletic conference competition

By Arla Davis, Sports editor February 19, 2021
Cornell University will not be participating in spring sports competition following the Ivy League’s decision to cancel competition due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 
Junior football player Donte Garcia celebrates after Ithaca College defeated SUNY Cortland in the 61st annual Cortaca Jug game Nov. 16, 2019, at Metlife Stadium.

New platforms give athletes place to share their stories

By Michael Memis, Staff Writer February 18, 2021
Student-athletes have been given new platforms to speak their minds and opportunities to participate in activities they may not have before
From left to right, lacrosse players freshman Cate Evanko, senior Alexa Ritchie, freshman Lexi Kellish and junior Mallory Chamberlain practice Feb. 5 at Higgins Stadium.

Bombers are back after almost a year of no competition

By Arla Davis, Sports editor February 11, 2021
With sports finally returning after almost a year away, athletes are adding new elements to their routines: masks, practice pods and COVID-19 tests. 
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