Chasing Championships to Chasing Careers: The Hidden Transition for Student-Athletes The identity of a college athlete is often completely centered around their sport. But when that final whistle blows, what identity do they have left? After four successful years, Alexa Guedez will never again put on her Cortland volleyball uniform. Guedez, former Division III Cortland […]
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The Clash of Styles: Gi and No-Gi jiu jitsu
Brazilian jiu jitsu has gained popularity over the years, and practitioners often find themselves choosing between two main styles: gi and no-gi. While both forms share the same foundational techniques, they differ significantly in terms of strategy, execution, and applications, particularly when it comes to self-defense, in which I believe the more viable option in […]
Going On “Train-cation”
By: Taylor DeCastro The typical American tourist travels for the tropical climate and exotic sightseeing. Michael Pichardo travels to train in MMA. Michael Pichardo is a senior at SUNY Cortland who travels the world to train in Mixed Martial Arts. Born and raised in the Bronx, Pichardo has always had a love for combat sports […]
SUNY Cortland Powerlifting Meet
Students competed in a powerlifting event that took place in the Student Life Centers gymnasium at SUNY Cortland Wednesday April 23. Students showcased their ability to move heavy weight fast demonstrating strength in the bench press, back squat and barbell deadlift. All grades of students at SUNY Cortland competed, awarding 3 Men and 2 Women […]
A Senior Sendoff
By Nolan Weber CORTLAND, NY – The Cortland men’s lacrosse team is reaching the end of their season, and for some on the roster, the end of their lacrosse career forever. There are 22 seniors and 2 graduate students on the roster, making up a third of the team. A lot of the students have […]
Cortland Swimming’s SUNYAC Rookie of The Year
Freshmen, Ayden Baxter is 2025 Men’s SUNYAC Co-Rookie of the year! Baxter finished in 2nd place in the 400 IM and 5th in the 500 & 1650 free races at the SUNYAC championships! It’s no wonder this standout freshman was named Co-Rookie of the Year—his impressive track record from a decade-long career speaks for itself. […]
NHL 2nd Round Matchups. Who and What to Watch Out For. Recap of the First Round
With a great first round of hockey wrapped up. We are now onto the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs. We have some spectacular games and teams winding up for a chaotic finish. Each team is trying to impose there will and looking to catch fire now. The first round had great matchups including 2 […]
College Rookies Find New Homes in the NFL:
The 2025 NFL draft has just concluded after an action-packed weekend in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This draft was filled with strategic picks, surprising slides and was filled with teams hoping to find their next franchise player. With 257 players chosen in this year’s draft we hope that they all have long and prosperous careers. […]
Minor Setbacks Cant Hold The Mighty Creech Down
Christian “Creech” Paden Pushes His Limits in a Pivotal Week of Dual TrainingThis week, Christian “Creech” Paden has once again demonstrated why he is one of the most promising talents emerging from Cortland Club Wrestling and Brojo Gym, by going to multiple practices a day and recovering from a head injury. Balancing the intense demands of […]
Return of a “Classic” Bodybuilding Competition
By: David Garcia Having never been to a body building show before, I had no idea what to expect. I had the idea of ideal lighting, spray tans, and countless numbers of poses that these athletes show in order to get the highest ranks. But when those lights dim, and the competition starts, it’s something […]