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

Washington Square News

Lauren Brown, forward for the NYU Basketball team, offering 14 points to the Violet’s win, Sunday. Feb. 12, 2017. Catch up with NYU’s basketball, swimming and diving, wrestling, and Men’s volleyball here.

Weekly Sports Update: Feb. 6 to Feb. 12

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor February 13, 2017
NYU athletics was in action this week, with the men's basketball team continuing a mediocre season and the wrestling squad proving strong.
For a student athlete, the contents of their bag determines their daily success.

What’s In My Bag: NYU Student-Athletes

Diana King, Contributing Writer February 6, 2017
Ever wondered what's in an athlete's bag? Check it here.
Joe Timmes scraped NYU to a one-point victory on Sunday.

Sports Update: Jan. 30-Feb. 5

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor February 6, 2017
Here's a roundup of the Jan. 30-Feb. 5 NYU sports action.
NYU's Women's Basketball team was one of many to stay in Manhattan during winter break to practice.

Athletes Get Abbreviated Break

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer January 23, 2017
NYU's monthlong break is a welcome break for most students after a long semester, but what about athletes who have to cut their break short to train and compete?
Cameron Moore scores in NYU’s fourth victory of five on Sunday, prior to the game against Purchase College on Tuesday.

Men’s Basketball Sluggish in Midweek Game

Michael Thompson, Staff Writer December 7, 2016
The men's basketball took on Purchase College on Tuesday.
Tim Kou set the NYU record in the 100-yard breaststroke at the MIT Winter Invitational.

Swimming Highlights Weekend By Michael Thompson

Michael Thompson, Staff Writer December 5, 2016
Winter sports action this weekend included fencing, wrestling, swimming and diving, and basketball.
Shaye McGoey was one of four to score in the double figures during NYU’s victory against the Staten Island Dolphins.

Basketball: Women Roll On, Men Split

Michael Thompson, Staff Writer November 28, 2016
The lady Violets took home two wins while the men fell to Yeshiva University this weekend.
The NYU's mascot makes appearances on campus at special events, but calls the basketball games their primary home.

Unmasking the NYU Bobcat

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer November 11, 2016
NYU's mascots are alive and well at a number of on campus events, but most often frequent NYU basketball games.
The Sports Kid Column: Three More Petty Westbrook Outfits

The Sports Kid Column: Three More Petty Westbrook Outfits

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor November 4, 2016
The Thunder may have gotten smacked, but at least Russell Westbrook has his pettiness to keep him warm at night.
Joining an intramural team is often the perfect alternative for those who are more casual about their sport.

Intramurals Unlock Teamwork and Camaraderie

Haji Ali, Contributing Writer October 26, 2016
NYU's intramurals offer an outlet to relive childhood memories
Dedicated to the success of college athletes, the National Collegiate Athletic Association currently awards over $2.7 billion in athletic scholarships per year.

The Multifaceted Debate of Whether We Should Pay College Athletes

Brendan Duggan, Contributing Writer October 17, 2016
Whether or not college athletes should be paid is a perennially hot topic, here are some pros and cons to the debate.
With their fifth straight UAA title from last season, the wrestling team prepares for their first match on November 5.

Preview: Winter NYU Sports

Michael Thompson, Staff Writer October 12, 2016
A preview of NYU's winter sports teams as they prepare to get underway.