Similar to intramurals, club sports at SUNY Cortland offer students a dynamic avenue to engage in physical activity, foster lasting friendships, and compete in a variety of sports and recreational activities. These programs, which include a wide range of options from rugby and ultimate frisbee to quidditch and dance, present a compelling alternative to varsity […]
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SUNY Cortland Football Makes History
In a historic turn of events for the SUNY Cortland football team, they secured their spot in the NCAA Final Four after a resounding victory over Alma College this past Saturday. This monumental achievement marks the first Final Four appearance in the program’s history, and the Red Dragons delivered an impressive performance that will be […]
Captain Ryan Bitka Reflects on Win: SUNY Cortland Football Earns Semifinal Spot After 58-41 Win at Alma
Cortland Football secured a spot in the Semifinals after a 58-41 win against Alma University Saturday afternoon. The nationally 11th ranked team earned its first-ever trip to the NCAA Division III tournament semifinals and will face Randolph-Macon College of Virginia on Saturday, Dec. 9. Junior captain Ryan Bitka, from Amherst, New York sat down with […]
The Ongoing Debate: The Perils of Turf in the NFL
As the NFL season progresses, the discussion surrounding the safety of artificial turf continues to gain momentum. A growing number of players, coaches, and medical professionals are raising concerns about the potential dangers posed by synthetic playing surfaces, highlighting a need for a closer examination of their impact on player health and safety. Artificial turf, […]
Red Dragons Soar to Semifinals: Cortland Makes History Again With 56-41 Win Over Alma
The Cortland Red Dragons Football team secured a historic victory against Alma, allowing them to advance to their first-ever Division 3 tournament semifinal appearance. The game was tied at 36-36 at halftime, but Cortland claimed the victory with a final score of 56-41, allowing just 7 points in the second half. The Red Dragons faced […]
Knicks Topple Raptors, Continue Hot Streak
The New York Knicks defeated the Toronto Raptors in their latest matchup last Friday. This game would end with a 119-106 win for the Knicks, coming off the heels of some performances by their great players. Jalen Brunson was again superb for the Knicks, contributing 22 points, five rebounds, and eight assists while leading his […]
Jets Playoffs Hopes In Doubt Following Loss to Buffalo
The Jets’ playoff chances are very much in doubt. That is the consensus amongst the New York Jets faithful after having witnessed quite possibly the most embarrassing loss of the season in Sunday’s game against division rival Buffalo Bills. Both teams came into this game fighting for position in the division and attempting to stay […]
The Cortaca Jug Returns Home
In the 64th annual Cortaca Jug game, the nationally 15th-ranked Cortland Red Dragons secured a 38-28 victory over the 14th-ranked Ithaca Bombers before 7,800 fans at Bertino Field at Butterfield Stadium. The win marked redemption for Cortland after a challenging defeat in Yankee Stadium last season. The team now shifts its focus to the upcoming […]
Cortland Men’s Soccer Advances Past Case Western Reserve, Secures Spot in NCAA Sweet 16
The nationally sixth-ranked Cortland Men’s soccer team advances to the third round of the NCAA Div. III Tournament after an exciting match against Case Western Reserve. The Red Dragons led the game 2-0 in the 2nd half, but the Spartans came back to end regular time at one a piece. The Red Dragons clinched victory […]
Despite the Harden Trade, the 76ers Thrive
Despite the drama that occurred with James Harden forcing his way out of Philadelphia, the 76ers are still playing good basketball. In June, when free agency opened up, superstar James Harden was looking for a contract extension after signing a contract last year to help the team win a championship. When Harden spoke to Philadelphia’s […]