The transition from winter into spring means more than just warmer weather and longer days – it also means a whole new slate of sports to enjoy. So, as the weather begins to reluctantly change here in Central New York, let’s highlight a couple of the new sports seasons that are coming into bloom in […]
Sports
What Makes Greatness: SUNY Cortland Women’s Softball
The SUNY Cortland Women’s Softball team had overall stats of 24-13 in their 2023 season. This included being 9-3 in home matches and 8-9 in away performances. Their dominance on the field is empowering to watch as a bystander. Though seven of their games were canceled, these women made it three games into the SUNYAC […]
Women’s Gymnastics Home Senior Sendoff Vs. Utica University
The Cortland Women’s gymnastics team took on Utica University this Sunday for their senior meet in Park Center. Utica recently added gymnastics to its division III sports catalog and has been making its mark with its team of 16 girls. This is Cortland’s last meet to give it their all before they move to the […]
Cortland Men’s and Women’s hockey win SUNYAC Championship
The Men’s and Women’s SUNY Cortland Hockey teams traveled up to Plattsburgh this weekend to face SUNY Plattsburgh in a back-to-back showdown in the championship game of the SUNYAC tournament. Neither of Cortland’s teams have won the title, and the men’s team has only had one other appearance in the game. The first game of […]
5 Reasons to Follow the Baseball Team This Season
The home run king’s final season. A top ten preseason ranking. An All-American pitcher. These are just some of the most exciting aspects of the Cortland baseball team’s 2024 season. Mat Bruno Steps to the Plate for the Final TimeOver the past five plus years, graduate student and captain Mat Bruno has now racked up […]
Club Lacrosse Spotlight: T.J. Pilewski
As a young man, T.J. Pilewski has suffered two hip surgeries for two different injuries on his hip. Resilience and determination to not give up have been instilled in him ever since. Pilewski overcame these injuries and continued down his journey of lacrosse. The love of the game is what made Pilewski come back […]
Frisbee Spotlight: Hannah Johansen
Rochester native Hannah Johansen joined the women’s frisbee team as a way for her to blow off steam from her heavy course load and possibly make some friends. After three semesters on the team, with this semester being her fourth, she has reflected on how this simple decision will be one she carried with her […]
Cortland Vet: Liz Serafin
Liz Serafin’s story began when she first stepped onto the volleyball court in fourth grade. In her early years, Liz wasn’t able to play organized volleyball with a team till 7th grade because of how school sports worked growing up. Her mother, who also loved the sport, set up a program for boys and girls […]
Cortland Lacrosse 2-0 Season
The Cortland men’s lacrosse team showcased their capability in a 14-7 victory against Scranton, marking their second consecutive win of the season. The home opener at Grady Field witnessed a stellar performance from the Red Dragons, solidifying their standing at 2-0 while the Royals slipped to 1-4. Led by a dynamic starting attack unit, Cortland’s […]
Head Coach Van Alstyne 100th career win to start off 3rd season with Cortland
Amy Hoeffner’s overtime winning goal against Skidmore on February 25 did more than secure the first win for the women’s lacrosse team. It also gave Head Coach Kelsey Van Alstyne her 100th career win. The game went into an overtime nail biter. Amy Hoeffner forcing a turnover, then shooting with Coach Van Alstyne on […]