With Opening Week wrapping up, there has been a lot of buzz about the bats the New York Yankees have been using. Not what the players around the league are using but what Yankee players are using. For those that don’t know what a “Torpedo bat “ is, I’ll explain it for you. The traditional […]
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The prize of resiliency: Nick Kaires’ story.
Cortland N.Y. – As the sun starts to set, Nick Kaires walks back into the circle. The warmer air and sunshine from earlier now replaced with a crisp breeze and a cloudy sky. Kaires takes a deep breath as he sets up in the back of the discus circle. A few seconds later the disc […]
Weathering The Storm
CORTLAND, NY – For most sports, snow signals a delay, a postponement, or even a cancellation. But for many lacrosse players across the northern United States and Canada, and especially at SUNY Cortland, snow is simply part of the game. Whether it’s early-season matchups or surprise April snowstorms, athletes often find themselves lacing up their […]
The Greatest MVP Race of All Time
As the 2024-2025 NBA regular season nears its conclusion, the race for the Most Valuable Player award has been a captivating narrative, primarily spotlighting two exceptional talents: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets. Both players have delivered outstanding performances, each making a compelling case for the league’s […]
Between the Pipes: A Look at Cortland’s Goalies
CORTLAND, NY – Being a lacrosse goalie is a high pressure, physically demanding role that requires a unique skill set, serving as the last line of defense and often determining the outcome of the game. “Balancing being locked in while handling the pressure is definitely a mental game,” said Cortland goalkeeper Jack Lucidi. “For me, […]
Cortland Diver Earns SUNYAC Women’s Diver of the Year
Sophomore, Alyssa Haberlack Earns SUNYAC Women’s Diver of the Year! After two years of hard work and dedication Haberlack has endlessly shown improvement throughout her past two seasons. Impressively, diving is a relatively recent sport that Haberlack has only just taken up here in Cortland. Haberlack, from Long Beach, NY, had a long talented […]
Florida Gators Named National Champions After Defeating Houston Cougars 65-63
The 2025 March Madness National Championship game did not disappoint. Florida defeated Houston in a close match 65-63. This win helped Florida secure their 3rd NCAA National Championship. While on the other end, Houston was seeking their 1st ever National Championship. The Florida gators showed their perseverance late in the second half. This high scoring […]
Cortland’s jiu jitsu Club : A Force to Be Reckoned With at The Oncenter
Let the good times roll! Such is the case for SUNY Cortland jiu jitsu, as the club recently showcased their skills on March 15 at The Oncenter for the annual competition hosted by Grappling Industries. The club secured several podium finishes in different weight divisions, highlighting the dedication and hard work the members have put […]
Cortland’s Late Rally Falls Short Against No. 3 R.I.T.
On a field covered in snow, we see a fierce battle between Tigers and Dragons. No, you’re not reading your favorite George R. R. Martin book. This is a lacrosse game featuring two of the most storied programs in the sport. The R.I.T. Tigers take on the Cortland Red Dragons on Grady Field. The 17th-ranked […]
Coaching a Culture at TC3 Baseball
Cortland N.Y. – A stiff wind blows a sharp wind across the outfield. Only a handful of spectators remain in the stands. The scoreboard displays a sight nearly as dreadful as the weather. Peering out of the dugout during a 17-3 loss in game two of a doubleheader is James Williamson, head coach of the […]