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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Spain, France and Argentina

Out of Bounds is a weekly column by WSN covering major athletic developments at and around NYU’s campuses and study away sites.
Katherine Welander, Deputy Managing Editor February 14, 2025

Spain The sexual assault trial of Luis Rubiales, the former Royal Spanish Football Federation president who kissed Spanish national team forward Jenni Hermoso after the team won...

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Behind NYU men’s basketball’s rise to national contention

The team is looking to extend its post-season further than before.
Brian Sanchez, Contributing Writer February 13, 2025

A buzzer-beater for the ages With half of a second remaining of a closely contested game, NYU men’s basketball had a chance to beat the University of Chicago. Sophomore Hampton...

In the Huddle: A talk with thrower Kai Aravena

Nearing the end of indoor season, the junior spoke with WSN about his shot put and javelin career.
Sidney Snider, Sports Editor February 12, 2025

WSN: Kai Aravena is a junior on the men's track and field team. He throws shot put and javelin, and placed fifth in the javelin throw at the Emory Thrills in the Hills Invitational...

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The architect of a dynasty: How the NYU women’s basketball coach built the team into a powerhouse

Meg Barber is shaping a legacy through defense, leadership and culture.
Brian Sanchez, Contributing Writer February 11, 2025

As the final buzzer echoed through the arena, NYU women's basketball head coach Meg Barber stood on the sidelines, her sharp gaze fixed on the court. The Violets had just dominated...

Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

Staff Reacts: Super Bowl LIX

WSN staff shares their thoughts on Sunday’s game and halftime show.

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX 40-22. What was supposed to be a close game between the two teams turned out to be a completely...

(Kyra Reilley for WSN)

Men’s basketball buzzer-beater win, women’s basketball 50th straight victory and other news

Here’s what you need to know from the past week in NYU athletics. This week: Feb. 3 - 8.
The Sports Desk February 10, 2025

Basketball The men’s and women’s basketball teams faced off against the University of Chicago at home on Friday. The fast-paced men’s game came down to the wire, tied 59-59...

NYU ice hockey honors 2015 national championship team

NYU ice hockey honors 2015 national championship team

It’s been 10 years since ice hockey’s national title-winning season. This year, NYU’s current and past teams celebrate together.
Sidney Snider, Sports Editor February 7, 2025

The NYU hockey team celebrated the 10th anniversary of its national championship win on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, with a ceremony before the game against the University of Rhode...

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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of the UK, Washington, D.C. and Italy

Out of Bounds is a weekly column by WSN covering major athletic developments at and around NYU’s campuses and study away sites.
Anna Baird-Hassell, Deputy Managing Editor February 7, 2025

United Kingdom As the transfer deadline loomed on Monday evening, Tottenham Hotspur reached a deal to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel. The 19-year-old will play for the...

Junior guard Caroline Peper at the Jan. 17 game against Emory University. (Kiran Komanduri for WSN)

Women’s basketball remains undefeated with an unprecedented 49 straight victories

The defending champions stay humble and look forward to the NCAA tournament in a month.
Isabella Bickenbach, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

Last Sunday was a moment of celebration for the NYU women’s basketball team, something the Violets are no stranger to — they have been undefeated for 49 straight games. The...

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Staff Reacts: Luka Dončić to the Lakers

WSN staff shares their thoughts on Sunday’s blockbuster trade.

On Feb. 2, a little past midnight, news dropped that the Dallas Mavericks traded Slovenian superstar Luka Dončić for Los Angeles Lakers veteran Anthony Davis.  The trade...

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Trans student-athletes face an uncertain future under Trump

NYU alumni, athletes and activists share an apprehensive outlook on the future for transgender athletes following the Trump administration’s executive order.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor February 5, 2025

Just hours after entering the White House, President Donald Trump doubled down on one of the social issues that helped him win the 2024 presidential election: keeping "men out...

In the Huddle: Janie Cooper on her yearlong racing season

The junior cross country and track and field athlete spoke with WSN about running, racing and reading.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor February 5, 2025

WSN: Janie Cooper is a member of both NYU's track and field and cross country teams, specializing in the mile, 3,000m, and 5,000m. She earned Second Team All-America honors at...