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Terry Nagai wears a white jersey, a pair of purple shorts is about to kick a soccer ball down the field. Opponents from Wilke University dressed in black are in the background.

NYU men’s soccer secures 7th win in dominant fashion

The Violets showed out for Alumni and Parents Weekend with a 5-0 win against Wilkes University on Saturday, Oct. 22.
Dustin Gardner, Staff Writer October 25, 2022

The Violets took an early lead and didn’t look back against Wilkes University on Saturday, Oct. 22. Their record on the season is now 7-4-2. It took just under eight minutes...

Bryce Lexow, wearing a purple and white striped NYU jersey, kicks a soccer ball. Three opponents wearing black jerseys are moving in the background.

NYU men’s soccer falls in conference home opener

The Violets failed to take advantage of an early 1-0 lead as they conceded two goals in the second half.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer October 13, 2022

The NYU men’s soccer team lost 1-2 in its first conference home game to Case Western Reserve University on Saturday, Oct. 8. The Violets came into this game off the back of two...

The women’s softball team and the men’s soccer team will be advancing to the Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III Championship Tournament. (Staff Photos by Sam Klein and Marva Shi)

Women’s Volleyball, Men’s Soccer Make Postseason

The women’s volleyball team and men’s soccer teams have been selected to compete in the Eastern College Athletic Conference Division III Championship Tournament, extending their seasons.
Benjamin Michael Davis, Deputy Sports Editor November 15, 2019

Last week marked the end of the regular season for many NYU teams, but on Monday, it was announced that two teams had made the postseason. Men’s soccer and women’s volleyball...

Oliver Kleban forces his way around the opposing goalkeeper before scoring in the final minute of a 2018 game against Brandeis University. (Photo by Sam Klein)

Sophomore Soccer Star Shares His Insight on Success

Stern sophomore Oliver Kleban was a force in his first season on the men’s soccer team, leading the team in goals and assists. This year, he hopes to have a similar impact on the field and become a leader in the locker room as well.
Rebecca Choi, Staff Writer September 9, 2019

With just 16 seconds left on the clock in extra-time against Brandeis University on Nov. 3, 2018, Stern then-first-year Oliver Kleban scored a last-gasp goal that led the Violets...

NYU men’s soccer coach Kim Wyant directs players on the field. (Staff Photo by Marva Shi)

Former USWNT Goalkeeper Prepares for Fifth Season Coaching at NYU

NYU men’s soccer head coach Kim Wyant, who was a member of the first United States women’s national soccer team, reflects on her journey as she prepares to lead NYU back to the NCAA tournament.
Bela Kirpalani, Sports Editor August 24, 2019

NYU men’s soccer head coach and one-time USWNT goalkeeper Kim Wyant grew up racing motorcycles and playing sports in the backyard with her older brother and his friends, before...

Richie Rambarran (front) scored one of NYU’s goals in a 3-0 victory over Brooklyn College on Sept. 22.

Weekly Sports Update: Men’s Soccer Team Wins Seventh Straight

September 24, 2018
A recap of NYU sports from Sept. 18 to Sept. 23.
Varsity sports players tell what it’s like to juggle school life during midterms season and their athletic life during the semester.

Athletes Juggle Travel and School

Nalani Ogawa, Contributing Writer October 23, 2017
Being on the road during crucial academic time periods proves difficult for NYU Athletes.
This week’s recap includes Men and Women’s Cross Country, Soccer, and Volleyball and their upcoming games in October.

Weekly Sports Update: Sept. 23 to Sept. 30

Tyler Crews, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
Tyler Crews gives this week's results in NYU Athletics.
Freshman Jake Velvel stands out among Men’s Soccer Team.

Freshman Jake Velvel Makes His Mark

Maddie Howard, Sports Editor September 18, 2017
Freshman men's soccer player Jake Velvel produces multiple standout performances.
The NYU Men’s Soccer team scored a 6-0 victory over Suny Maritime on September 16th. Drew Enyedi [pictured] scored a goal just 8 minutes into the match.

Men’s Soccer Dominates SUNY Maritime

Tyler Crews, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
NYU men's soccer defeats SUNY Maritime with a 6-0 finish.
Robert Shellow and Maxi Rodriguez celebrate their second goal.

Second Straight Victory for Men’s Soccer Team

Alex Domb, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
NYU Men's Soccer defeats Hunter College on Saturday, September 9.
A total of 49 NYU athletes received the UAA All-Academic team honor this year, including women's volleyball player Rayne Ellis, pictured above (left).

49 Athletes Earn UAA All-Academic Honors

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer December 6, 2016
NYU athletes must maneuver a tricky line in balancing their academic and athletic endeavors.