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An illustration of a purple-colored person on the right shouting “OUT OF BOUNDS" while holding a big whistle. Behind the person is the Capitol building, the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben.

Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of London, Paris and Washington, D.C.

Out of Bounds is a weekly column by WSN covering major athletic developments at and around NYU’s campuses and study away sites.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor November 8, 2024

London England’s national rugby team lost 22-24 in a pivotal, heartbreakingly tight game to New Zealand this past Saturday, Nov. 2. It was a home match for England, as they...

The N.Y.U men’s basketball team and coaches pose for a photo on the court.

NYU men’s basketball season preview: Aiming higher in the NCAA

Last season, the team won its first UAA title in 30 years. This season, the expectations are higher.
Logan Holland, Deputy Sports Editor November 7, 2024

After a heartbreaking 62-65 loss against Tufts University in the second round of the NCAA Division III tournament last year, the NYU men’s basketball team is back and ready for...

The N.Y.U. women’s basketball team and coaches pose for a photo on the court.

NYU women’s basketball season preview: The undefeated champions aren’t done yet

After winning an NCAA championship title last season, the Violets go into the 2024-25 season with a target on their back.
Logan Holland, Deputy Sports Editor November 7, 2024

Last season, the women’s basketball team capped off an undefeated record with an NCAA Division III Championship title — the second in program history. The first time was over...

In the Huddle: Andy Cabindol on competing at FISU World Powerlifting championships

The junior spoke with WSN about placing fourth and powerlifting at NYU.
Katie Kubiak, Contributing Writer November 6, 2024

[00:00:08] With Baby Keem’s “family ties” blasting on his headphones and adrenaline coursing through his veins, powerlifter Andy Cabindol prepared to lift the most he ever...

A poster covered in stickers reads “W.N.Y.U.” in front of a wall of lockers.

Review: We need to stop sidelining women’s sports knowledge

WNYU’s sports podcast “The Girl’s Locker Room,” despite its title, really has nothing to do with women and girls at all.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor November 5, 2024

I was over-the-moon excited when I heard that WNYU’s sports department was airing a new podcast titled “The Girl’s Locker Room.” Being a female athlete myself, as well...

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Opinion: Trump’s playbook sidelines female athletes

Trump’s intentions to remove Title IX protections on reproductive rights threaten progress made in sports equality for women.
Sidney Snider, Sports Editor November 5, 2024

Over the last four years, media coverage of women’s sports has tripled. Not only is this attention and respect well deserved, but it has also had a positive effect on girls’...

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Wrestling season begins, men’s and women’s swimming and diving invitational and more

Here’s what you need to know from the past week in NYU athletics. This week: Oct. 28 - Nov. 3.
Isabella D'Erasmo, Deputy Copy Chief November 4, 2024

Volleyball On Nov. 1, the women’s volleyball team played against Eastern University in St. Davids, PA. Despite Eastern scoring the first six points of the match, first-year...

An illustration of a purple-colored person on the right shouting “OUT OF BOUNDS" while holding a big whistle on the left. Behind the person is a mosque, a tower and a building.

Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Paris, Tulsa and Sydney

Out of Bounds is a weekly column by WSN covering major athletic developments at and around NYU’s campuses and study away sites.
Krish Dev, Director of Creative & Digital Strategy November 1, 2024

Paris Spanish midfielders Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí were honored as the best men’s and women’s soccer players at this year’s Ballon d’Or awards ceremony. Rodri won...

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Horse girls are misunderstood

Riding horses is not as easy as it looks — especially when you attend school in Manhattan.
Lauren Donnelly, Deputy Copy Chief October 31, 2024

Gallatin junior Anabel Giacobbi’s horse-riding journey began when she was put on a horse for the first time at two years old by her parents. Growing up in Brooklyn, Giacobbi...

The N.Y.U. Athletics logo split into six sections with the colors and name of the corresponding affinity group.

Building community beyond sport

NYU Athletics affinity groups bring community to student-athletes and remind us that sports are for everyone.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor October 30, 2024

Last spring, a number of NYU’s student-athletes sought to fulfill a long overdue demand on campus: a safe space in which athletes of similar ethnic, racial, cultural and even...

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In the Huddle: Zay Freeney on finding inspiration on the court and around the city

The senior Violet spoke with WSN on basketball, life and leaving an impact on the next generation.
Levi Langley, Deputy Sports Editor October 30, 2024

Senior guard Zay Freeney played an instrumental role in the recent success of the NYU men’s basketball team. Besides reaching the second round of the NCAA Division III Tournament,...

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NYU cross country is putting camaraderie over competition

While cross country is often viewed as an individual sport, NYU’s men and women teams are focusing on teamwork.
Ethan Rendon, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Running alongside teammates at a similar pace is often easier than running alone, and a teammate’s encouragement can be an incredible motivator. This camaraderie is the cornerstone...