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The NYU hockey team saw victory this past weekend, winning 9-1 and Siena College and 4-3 at the University of New Hampshire.

Violets Hockey Dominant in First Two Home Games

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor October 11, 2016
The NYU hockey team started its season off strong at home this weekend, taking Siena College 9-1 and the University of New Hampshire 4-3.
As the new season nears, Head Coach Chris Consentino has the tools to lead his team to further victory.

Violets Hockey Recipe for Redemption Goes Beyond Rink

Brendan Gutenschwager, Contributing Writer October 6, 2016
After failing to defend their 2015 National Title this past spring, the NYU hockey team opens their new season tonight with a new focus.
NYU Hockey’s head coach Chris Cosentino is going into the new season with major optimism, regardless of losing five key players to last May’s graduation.

Hockey Preps to Bounce Back After Failing to Defend Their National Title

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor September 6, 2016
A look at the NYU men's hockey team's stab at redemption for the 2016-2017 year.
Club Sports For the Masses

Club Sports For the Masses

Rachel Ruecker, Sports Editor August 28, 2016

You may or may not know this already, but NYU is not exactly a hotbed of excitement about varsity sports. That being said, there is still a myriad of sports to explore, and as...

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Why NYU Sports Matter: A Personal Account

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor April 25, 2016
For some at NYU, the university's athletics programs actually matter, just ask Rachel Ruecker.
Each year, the Stanley Cup winner is highly anticipated and speculated.

Staff Picks: Stanley Cup Finals

Staff, WSN Sports April 12, 2016
Now that the stage is set for the postseason, the WSN Sports Desk gives its expert predictions on who'll take the Cup.
This is the first time since 1970 that no team from Canada will compete in the Stanley Cup.

True North Strong and…Not in the Playoffs?

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor April 8, 2016
The lack of Canadian teams in this year's NHL playoffs is not an accurate reflection of the country's influence on the game, writes Rachel Ruecker.

Standing on Your Head: The Journey of Sam Daley

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor April 5, 2016
Meet Sam Daley, the NYU hockey goaltender who went to hell and back to play his senior year of hockey.
NYU's latest comedy group wear sports clothes.

NYU Athletes — the Funniest Comedy Troupe You’ve Never Heard Of

Aud Del Rey, Chairman of the Hooligans March 31, 2016
NYU's latest comedy troupe dresses in sports gear, uses sports equipment and plays sports.
As the NYU Men's Hockey team's season wraps up, we look forward to their next season.

Hockey Season Comes to an End: What to Look Back On & What to Expect

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor March 22, 2016
The NYU hockey team's failure to win a second straight championship shouldn't overshadow the highlights from a remarkable season.
On Sunday, The Violets' desperate title defense came up an overtime goal short at the hands of Grand Valley State.

Hockey’s Title Defense Comes to a Bitter End

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor March 21, 2016
It was win or go home for the NYU hockey team, who looked to keep its title hopes alive against Grand Valley State.
The Violets slipped up in their second round game, losing 5-4 to Utah State. They'll likely need to win out to make it out of pool play.

Hockey Nationals Day 2: Utah State 5-4 NYU

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor March 19, 2016
After handily defeating Penn State, the NYU hockey team continued its march to a championship against Utah State.