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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

Naseem Rahman

Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor

Naseem Rahman is a junior studying politics at CAS. You’re most likely to find him playing soccer or tennis, watching sports or spending time exploring the city. He also is a major Liverpool supporter and loves watching Champions League football. You can reach him by email at [email protected].

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Men’s and women’s track and field sets sight on nationals, again

With the indoor season underway, the Violets aim to have a strong showing at the NCAA Division III championships.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor December 12, 2025

Heading into 2026, both the NYU men’s and women’s track and field teams are aiming to build upon last season’s 42nd and 62nd place finishes, respectively, at the NCAA Division...

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Baseball team partners with AMC for annual Thanksgiving food drive

NYU’s Administrative Management Council and the baseball team are raising donations and awareness about food insecurity around the city.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor November 26, 2025

As NYU’s 2025 Administrative Management Council Thanksgiving Food Drive came to a close last Thursday, organizers are celebrating another successful campaign. Since 2019, the...

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NYU men’s soccer looks back on a tough season

In an injury-plagued season, the Violets finished with high expectations for next year.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor November 13, 2025

On Saturday, the NYU men’s soccer team finished its season with a 4-2-9 record, following a finale tie with Brandeis University. Despite the less than satisfying record, Violets...

(Courtesy of Kiyan Singh)

How an NYU grad is uplifting soccer in the U.S.

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Kiyan Singh and Kickback Soccer Media are focusing on uniting the country through soccer coverage.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor October 22, 2025

After landing a role as Media Production Manager for newly founded company Kickback Soccer Media, Gallatin School of Individualized Study graduate and South African native Kiyan...

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Out of Bounds: Major sports news out of Tel Aviv, Paris and Los Angeles

Out of Bounds is a weekly column by WSN covering major athletic developments at and around NYU’s campuses and study away sites.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor October 3, 2025

Tel Aviv Last Thursday, The Associated Press reported that a UEFA vote to suspend Israel over its ongoing war in Gaza was likely moving forward. However, on Tuesday, UEFA paused...

(Courtesy of Lucy Gott)

Men’s and women’s cross country teams eye the podium

Falling short of NCAA titles last year, both squads aim for redemption in 2025.
Naseem Rahman, Deputy Sports Editor September 16, 2025

NYU’s men’s and women’s cross country teams are heading into the fall season with high expectations, as both look to build off of successful campaigns in last year’s NCAA...