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A woman wearing a purple jacket with N.Y.U.’s name on it in white throws a silver shot put ball from behind a bar with the letters “J.C.S.” on it. Behind the player are multiple people standing in front of fencing.

Meet the NYU sophomore who broke a 23-year-old school record

Michelle Uvieghara broke a decades-old school track and field record with a discus throw of 40.15 meters.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer April 25, 2023

NYU’s discus throw record was set in 2000, and remained untouched — until last month, when the NYU track and field teams traveled to West Long Branch, New Jersey, for Monmouth...

Michael Savarino wears a white jersey with the number “1” on it. He dribbles a basketball down the court.

Men’s basketball sets another program record in win over Hunter College

NYU continues its undefeated season after winning a shootout against Hunter College on Saturday, Dec. 10.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

The NYU men’s basketball team continued its trend of breaking records this season, coming away with a 138-92 win over Hunter College on Saturday, Dec. 10. NYU’s total number...

A male in a white shirt and shorts is running while dribbling a basketball ball.

Savarino records career high in men’s basketball’s 6th straight win

NYU remains undefeated after beating SUNY Old Westbury 91-77.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 30, 2022

In a back-and-forth battle, the NYU men’s basketball team managed to defeat the SUNY Old Westbury Panthers 91-77 for its sixth straight win in Brooklyn on Monday, Nov. 28. Guard...

NYU men’s basketball won its fourth consecutive game after defeating Moravian University on Nov. 19. (Courtesy of NYU Athletics)

NYU sophomore Zay Freeney scores 31 points in win over Moravian University

The NYU men’s basketball team won its fourth consecutive game, taking down Moravian 103-61 on Saturday, Nov. 19.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 21, 2022

NYU men’s basketball once again dominated the court with a 103-61 win over Moravian University on Saturday, Nov. 19. The Violets sit at a comfortable 4-0 record on the season. Sophomore...

Player Cinque Stephens dribbles a basketball on the court, wearing a white headband, a white N.Y.U. jersey and a pair of white shorts.

Men’s basketball starts season with back-to-back wins

New head coach Dave Klatsky reflects on the team’s first two games.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 14, 2022

NYU men’s basketball once again dominated on the court this past Saturday, playing against the United States Merchant Marine Academy. In Brooklyn, the team propelled itself to...

Player number 23 Zay Freeney wears a white jersey, shorts, and black-and-purple basketball shoes. He dribbles a basketball down the court. In the background is a black gym mat with a blue circle and white text reading "N.C.A.A," and a purple letter "N."

Men’s basketball team gets off to strong start under new head coach

NYU men’s basketball team propelled itself to victory in its season opener after an offseason of changes.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 10, 2022

NYU men’s basketball is officially back. After completing its first winning record in six years and adding several pieces in the offseason, the Violets defeated Farmingdale State...

The women’s soccer team huddles in the middle of the field for a discussion under bright sunlight. The team is wearing purple jerseys and socks, and black shorts. The goalie is wearing an orange jersey, shorts and socks. In the background are players from Brandeis University dressed in white and black outfits. The banner in the background reads “MANHATTAN COLLEGE ATHLETICS.”

Women’s soccer gains first UAA win of season

NYU women’s soccer swept its weekend slate 2-0 against Kean University and Washington University in St. Louis.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 1, 2022

Building off a 8-0 victory against Kean University, the NYU women’s soccer team took down the University of Chicago by a 2-1 score on Friday, Oct. 28, before a 2-0 shutout of...

N.Y.U. women’s soccer player Yukino Wakatsuki kicks a ball down a soccer field.

Women’s soccer breaks 3-game rut

The NYU women’s soccer team scored eight goals in a shutout win over Kean University.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer October 28, 2022

The NYU women’s soccer team, suffering from a three-game losing streak, came into its away game against Kean University firing on all cylinders on Monday, Oct. 24. Both the...