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

Washington Square News

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NYU Athletics: A look back on the 2022-23 season

With eight teams earning bids for the postseason, NYU saw tremendous success among its athletics programs.
Nicole Ranile, Staff Writer May 2, 2023

When you think of NYU, the first thing that likely comes to mind is business or the arts — certainly not sports. Despite this false stereotype, NYU does have athletic programs,...

A group of volleyball players wearing purple N.Y.U. uniforms huddled while standing in an indoor volleyball court.

NYU men’s volleyball falls at first hurdle in UVC quarterfinals

The Violets were unable to break their three-game losing streak, going 2-3 in the opening round of the tournament.
Jonathan Mak, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

The NYU men’s volleyball team finished its season with a loss against St. John Fisher University in the quarterfinals of the United Volleyball Conference Championship on Friday,...

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Momentum builds as NYU golf heads into final stretch

NYU looks to build their confidence and win the Liberty League Championship for a chance at the NCAA tournament.
Miller Romm, Staff Writer April 13, 2023

The NYU men’s golf team finished in eighth place at their most recent tournament, after a mixed performance at three tournaments this semester. After winter break, the Violets...

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Paulson Center opens first batch of athletic facilities

A fencing room, wrestling studio, squash courts and locker rooms have all opened, but students will have to wait for access to the pool, jogging track and basketball courts.
Adrianna Nehme and Carmo Moniz March 28, 2023

Long-awaited sports facilities at NYU’s Paulson Center are now available for use, two months after the building’s academic and residential spaces first opened their doors....

A man in a purple uniform with the word “Violets” and the number 25 on it stands in front of a large display screen under a blue sky. He is wearing a black batting helmet which reads “N.Y.U.” in purple.

NYU baseball drops two of three games against Emory

The Violets went 1-2 on the road against Emory University as they kicked off UAA play.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer March 28, 2023

NYU men’s baseball started off in-conference play against Emory University in Atlanta this weekend, scoring a 4-3 win in the opener on Friday before losing both games of the...

Group photograph of players from N.Y.U’s men’s basketball team. They are in a huddle with their arms in the air.

The shot that ended NYU men’s basketball’s season

A disappointing first-round defeat to Lancaster Bible College ended the Violets’ season.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer March 7, 2023

NYU men’s basketball lost 64-67 against Lancaster Bible College in the first round of the National Collegiate Athletic Association tournament in Alliance, Ohio, on Friday, March...

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NYU men’s basketball marches toward madness

The Violets keep their tournament hopes alive with a four-game winning streak.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer February 22, 2023

NYU men’s basketball extended their winning streak to four this past weekend, going on the road to beat Emory University 88-82 and the University of Rochester 66-52. Guard Spencer...

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First-years on NYU swim team earn prestigious honors

The Violets took home both the women and men’s UAA Rookie of the Year awards.
Nicole Ranile, Staff Writer February 15, 2023

Despite swimming against competitors who were older and had more experience, NYU first-years Kaley McIntyre and Leo Han maintained their composure, managed their expectations,...

Five male basketball players running on a basketball court. In the center is a player wearing a white and purple N.Y.U. jersey with the number five. He is running with the ball in his left hand.

NYU men’s basketball continues to slip

This past weekend, the Violets lost two back-to-back games during a conference road trip.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer February 7, 2023

NYU men’s basketball had a tough road trip this past weekend, losing 62-80 to Carnegie Mellon University and 92-96 to Case Western Reserve University. Graduate guard Spencer...

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...

Jenny Walker, number 23, shoots a jump shot wearing a white jersey and shorts as an opponent player dressed in black tries to block her.

Women’s basketball continues undefeated season

The Violets are now 4-0 on the season after a string of double-digit victories.
Kaylyn Sawada-Zinni, Staff Writer November 21, 2022

The NYU women’s basketball team continued the momentum of its strong opening in the tip-off classic, winning two more games this past weekend to move to 4-0 on the season. The...

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Opinion: NYU needs more club sports

NYU has a club sport shortage. College students should be able to play sports without needing to be on the varsity team.
Claudia Yoon, Contributing Writer November 21, 2022

The best part about swimming is being part of a team. There is something so rejuvenating about part of a group of people who come together to practice for a common goal. And the...