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Washington Square News

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

N.Y.U. women’s basketball team poses for a photo wearing purple N.Y.U. jerseys.

Undefeated NYU women’s basketball fighting for first national title in 27 years

The No. 1 Violets have been stumped at the Elite Eight for two years in a row, but are coming off their third consecutive UAA championship and have their sights set on glory.
Liam Restivo, Contributing Writer February 23, 2024

On March 22, 1997, NYU played in the NCAA women's basketball Division III Championship at 181 Mercer St., formerly the Jerome S. Coles Sports Center. The Violets faced the University...

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...

Player number 23 Zay Freeney wears a white jersey, shorts, and black-and-purple basketball shoes. He dribbles a basketball down the court. In the background is a black gym mat with a blue circle and white text reading "N.C.A.A," and a purple letter "N."

Men’s basketball team gets off to strong start under new head coach

NYU men’s basketball team propelled itself to victory in its season opener after an offseason of changes.
Drew Abrutyn, Staff Writer November 10, 2022

NYU men’s basketball is officially back. After completing its first winning record in six years and adding several pieces in the offseason, the Violets defeated Farmingdale State...