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Derek Slywka made history as the college’s first alum in nearly 60 years to sign an NFL contract. However on Sept. 24, it was announced that Slywka had signed with the CFL's Toronto Argonauts after being waived by the Indianapolis Colts.

Alum scores deal with the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts

By Khari Bolden, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024
From Division III football to the big leagues, former All-American safety Derek Slywka’s football journey took a turn, landing him on the radar of the NFL and ultimately signing with the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts.
Ithaca College alum Kevin Connors ’97 was selected by video game company Electronic Arts as a voiceover artist for College Football 25, providing halftime recaps for each game.

Alum brings realistic reporting to virtual halftime

By Johnny Lisi, Contributing Writer • October 30, 2024
After an 11-year wait that felt like forever to die-hard fans, EA Sports College Football 25 was released July 19. Nearly 5 million fans played the game during the release weekend. But, when it comes to the game’s halftime recap, a familiar voice from the Ithaca College community is heard: Kevin Connors ’97.
Senior striker Juliana Valli battles for possession with Herons' first-year defender Caroline Kogut during the Bombers' 2-1 loss to William Smith College. The Bombers took an early lead, but the Herons rallied for a second-half comeback.

Field hockey’s early lead slips away in tough battle against Herons

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • October 5, 2024
In its second Liberty League matchup of the 2024 season, the No. 19 Ithaca College field hockey team fell 2-1 to the William Smith College Herons on Oct. 5. The loss drops the Bombers’ record to 6-5 overall and 1-1 in the conference. 
Senior striker Natalie Descalo charges down the field during the Ithaca College field hockey team's 3-1 victory over the Union College Garnet Chargers. The win improves the Bombers’ record to 6-3 overall and 1-0 in conference play.

Field hockey secures 3-1 victory in Liberty League opener

By Tess Ferguson, Senior Writer • September 29, 2024
On Sept. 28, the nationally ranked No. 18 Ithaca College field hockey team returned home to open up Liberty League play with a dominant 3-1 victory over the Union College Garnet Chargers. The victory improves the Bombers’ record to 6-3 and 1-0 in the conference. 
Edward Glazer ’92, owner and co-chairman of the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, returned to campus Sept. 16 for a Q&A session with Michael Johnson-Cramer, dean of the School of Business.

Buccaneers owner Edward Glazer ’92 motivates students through lecture

By Flynn Hynes, Sports Editor • September 23, 2024
On Sept. 16, over 200 people occupied the room all to see one man — Edward Glazer ’92, owner and co-chairman of the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, an organization valued at approximately $5.4 billion. His family also owns Manchster United F.C.,an English Premier League team.
Senior midfielder Connor Tierney battles for possession against Red Dragons sophomore defender Josh Chung. The Bombers fell 2-1, as the Red Dragons took early control of the match.

Men’s soccer overpowered by Red Dragons in 2-1 loss

By Flynn Hynes, Sports Editor • September 19, 2024
The Ithaca College men's soccer team fell to No. 10 SUNY Cortland as the Red Dragons took control early with sophomore defender Jake Chung leading the charge to a 2-1 victory.
Sophomore midfielder/defender Zara Nourie runs to high-five her teammates in the Bombers' 2–0 victory over the Red Dragons. Graduate student midfielder Sarah Sinnott led the South Hill squad with both goals.

Sinnott sends the Bombers past the Red Dragons

By Alise Polselli, Contributing Writer • September 12, 2024
The Ithaca College women’s soccer team faced off against the No. 24 SUNY Cortland Red Dragons. The game was energetic, with both sides showcasing impressive offensive and defensive maneuvers while the fans watched with bated breath. Graduate student midfielder Sarah Sinnott scored twice in a 2-0 win for the Bombers.
Junior forward Andrew Kusek and junior defender Riley Donelan hug each other in the Bombers' 3–1 victory over the SUNY Brockport Golden Eagles. After the win, the Bombers record goes to 3-1 for the season.

Kusek and Warren lead the Bombers to victory

By Sierra Gabriel, Contributing Writer • September 11, 2024
The Ithaca College men's soccer team fought and defeated the Brockport Golden Eagles 3-1 in what sophomore Jack Carney said would be their toughest challenge yet.
From left, sophomore forward Faith Ingber defends the Bombers' sophomore defender Sophia Rosas as she transitions the ball upfield during the Bombers' 10–1 win over Elmira College on Sept. 1 2023.

Fernandez shines in Bombers’ offensive surge over Elmira

By Jacob Infald, Staff Writer • September 1, 2024
The Ithaca College women’s soccer team dominated from the very first touch at their game Aug. 30 under the lights at Butterfield Stadium. Junior midfielder Kaelyn Fernandez led the way with two of the Bombers’ six first half goals in their commanding 6-0 victory against the Elmira College.
Former All-American safety Derek Slywka '23 goes low to wrap up Springfield College senior running back Blane Hart on Nov. 18, 2023. Slywka has two NFL rookie mini camp opportunities coming up with the Chiefs and the 49ers.

Former Bomber safety steps closer to National Football League

By Flynn Hynes, Assistant Sports Editor • May 2, 2024
During the 1967 NFL draft, the Atlanta Falcons chose Sandor Szabo ’67 with the 317th pick. That was 57 years ago and no athlete from Ithaca College has made it close to the NFL since then. Until now.
On April 19, Andrew Parker was appointed as the assistant director of athletics for sports performance at the college. Parker will be replacing Vic Brown, who was with the college from 2014–2024.

Athletic department finds replacement for long term head strength and conditioning coach

By Flynn Hynes, Assistant Sports Editor • April 26, 2024
The Ithaca College Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced April 23 that Andrew Parker was appointed as the assistant director of athletics for sports performance.
During the 2024 season, the Ithaca College baseball team has dealt with persistent weather delays. The South Hill Squad has played only three games on Freeman Field thus far, compared to the 10 originally scheduled.

Fielding the unpredictable: Ithaca College baseball’s continuous weather struggle

By Noa Ran-Ressler, Investigative Editor • April 17, 2024
With upstate New York weather being as unpredictable as it is, the Ithaca College baseball team has had to make numerous adjustments this season to accommodate a weather-intolerant field. Freeman Field is a natural dirt and grass field, not a synthetic surface, which means it cannot be plowed or played on while wet.
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