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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.
As Chelsea begins to struggle, people begin to wonder if the staff should answer. .

The case against Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer November 3, 2015
With Chelsea struggling, should the club's embattled manager José Mourinho be fired?
Gloom settles over New York after the Mets lose in this year's World Series.

Why believing in the Mets was worth it

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 2, 2015
The city continues to mourn the Mets' loss, while others put their amazin' season in perspective.
Freshman Ricardo Mitrano scored the game-winner on Sunday’s game vs Emory University.

Men’s and women’s soccer winds down

Brandon Herrera, Staff Writer November 2, 2015
NYU's men's and women's soccer teams were in action over the weekend.
Nicole Frias totaled nine kills in the first match against RIT.

Women’s volleyball on track, heading to UAAs

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 2, 2015
Women's volleyball had an up and down weekend splitting their four games headed into UAA Championship.
Hans Engel won gold in epee at the NYU Fencing team’s season-opener on November 1st, 2015.

Fencing opens season with solid start

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer November 2, 2015
NYU fencing was in action at the Temple University Collegiate Open over the weekend.
Jorge Maldonado was NYU’s top finisher on Saturday.

Cross country runners pace themselves before ECACs

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer November 2, 2015
NYU Cross Country competed in the UAA Championships this weekend.