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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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Sports

Sub-par second half sinks Violets against Midshipmen

Ashley Arnold, Contributing Writer September 24, 2015
The NYU men's soccer team struggled in a 4-1 loss to the United States Merchant Marine Academy on Tuesday.
Barry Zito pitched for the Oakland Athletics from 2000 to 2006.

On Barry Zito and growing up

Alex Bazeley, News Editor September 22, 2015
A personal reflection on growing up with baseball and watching your heroes age.

Karn Setya: From cricket to cross country

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor September 22, 2015
Sophomore runner Karn Setya reflects on his childhood influenced by his Indian roots.
Women’s volleyball player Alexis Jackson.

Sophomore mixes hip-hop with volleyball

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor September 21, 2015
Sophomore volleyball player Alexis Jackson discusses the struggles of her first year at NYU and discovering how her hobbies can become her profession.
Doucette recorded six saves in the win for his second shutout of the year.

Soccer impresses on Violet Nation Day

Ashley Arnold, Contributing Writer September 21, 2015
Violet Nation Giveaway was a huge success for both the men's and women's soccer teams, as both blanked their opponents.
The Violets finished second at the NYU invitational over the weekend.

Women’s golf shows progress at Invitational

Michael Thompson, Deputy Sports Editor September 21, 2015
The NYU women's golf team finished second at the NYU Invitational over the weekend.
Tannahill had a team-high 17 digs in the opening match.

Women’s volleyball stays put at .500 after Ducks Classic

Rachel Ruecker, Contributing Writer September 21, 2015
The women's volleyball saw some progress this weekend in two double headers, but couldn't break .500 as they only went 2-2.
Novak Djokovic won the U.S. Open in four sets.

Djokovic’s greatness under-appreciated due to subtlety

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer September 17, 2015
Despite his win in the U.S. Open, tennis fans still haven’t warmed up to Novak Djokovic. Tony Schwab explains why.
NFL Preview: Giants and Jets

NFL Preview: Giants and Jets

Brandon Herrera, Contributing Writer September 17, 2015

At long last, football is back. With week one in the books, New Yorkers have plenty of reasons to be excited after a blowout win for the Jets and an outing with some positives...

California golfer adjusts to NYC

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor September 14, 2015
Sophomore golfer Kristin Lee has already broken two records for the women's golf team this year. She'll look to build on her success as she becomes even more accustomed to life in NYC.
NYU women’s soccer forward Teressa Fazio

Fazio stands out on and off the soccer field

Kyle Luther, Deputy Sports Editor September 14, 2015
Sophomore forward Teressa Fazio is looking to lead to NYU women's soccer team to a strong finish this season.
Frias had a pair of double-digit-kill matches for the Violets on Saturday.

Strong second day for volleyball, breaks .500

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer September 14, 2015
The NYU women's volleyball team got back on track and pushed their record to .500 on the season.