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Recap of women’s sports this season

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 9, 2015
As the fall sports season comes to an end, WSN looks at the season that was for the Lady Violets.
NYU Junior, Nathan Pike, went 5-0 at Ithaca, won the 133-pound title and was named Most Outstanding Wrestler.

Wrestlers solid in season opener

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 9, 2015
NYU's wrestling team was in action at the Ithaca College Invitational on Friday and Saturday.
Petter Aasa recorded the Violet’s lone shot on goal in their final 2015 season match.

Soccer losses jeopardize season

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer November 9, 2015
NYU soccer was in action on Saturday against Brandeis University.
The NYU hockey team played at Chelsea Piers on Friday against Michigan State University.

Hockey’s midseason form falters

Rachel Ruecker, Staff Writer November 9, 2015
The NYU hockey team competed against Michigan State and Central Connecticut State over the weekend.
The NYU Women’s Volleyball Team wrapped up the 2015 season with a win against Brandeis University.

Violets volleyball ends on positive note

Kyle Ryan, Contributing Writer November 9, 2015
NYU volleyball was in action this weekend for the UAA championships.
Frank Bozzi and the Violets won the NYU Fall Invitational over the weekend.

Violet swimming still perfect after Fall Invitational

Michael Thompson, Deputy Sports Editor November 9, 2015
NYU's men's and women's swimming and diving teams looked to stay undefeated against Stevens Institute of Technology and SUNY New Paltz.
Emily Dethlefs helped NYU to fifth-place finish at the ECAC Championship on Saturday, November 7.

Runners tune up before NCAAs

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer November 9, 2015
NYU's cross country teams were in Massachusetts, competing in the ECAC Championships.
The Mets’ success in getting to the World Series has lead to an increase in the purchase of Mets merchandise, but fans should wear gear because they support the team, not because they have jumped on the bandwagon.

Support the team you love, not the one that’s winning

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer November 6, 2015
In sports, the playoffs go hand in hand with an increase in apparel sales. Why are we so interested the latest items for our favorite teams?
John Tortorella, known for his outlandish personality and heated relationship with the media, has recently been hired to coach the USA hockey team.

Tortorella hire might not pay off for Blue Jackets

Rachel Ruecker, Staff Writer November 6, 2015
After getting off to a rough start, will the always outspoken John Tortorella be a good fit in Columbus as the coach of the Blue Jackets?

NYU Baseball pairs with NY Empire to mentor youth

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 5, 2015
The NYU baseball team stays busy in their offseason, most recently volunteering with NY Empire Baseball to mentor youth in upper Manhattan.

Why Jose Mourinho should stay as Chelsea’s manager

Francisco Navas, Social Media Editor November 4, 2015
After a win over Dynamo Kiev and a standing ovation at Stamford Bridge, does José Mourinho deserve to stay?
WSN staff members predict this year's NBA season.

NBA Staff Picks 2015

Staff, WSN Sports November 3, 2015
Basketball season is upon us, and the writers at WSN's sports desk tell us who they think will prevail this season.