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

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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

Five members of the N.Y.U. men’s basketball team huddle together on the courtside. All of them are wearing purple jerseys and shorts.

NYU men’s basketball earns first NCAA bid since 2016

After a season full of ups and downs, the Violets have advanced to the field of 64.
Pablo Ocariz, Staff Writer March 1, 2023

Following a third straight loss on Feb. 5, NYU men’s basketball looked completely out of contention for the postseason. They were tied for last place in the University Athletic...

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...

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...

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...

A basketball player wearing an N.Y.U. team uniform jumps up from the ground, holding a basketball. Her right hand is reaching for the hoop. Other players run toward her.

Women’s basketball expects success in upcoming season

The returning players of the women's basketball team hope to pave the way to the league championships.
Kyle Yuan, Staff Writer November 2, 2022

Last season, the NYU women’s basketball team finished in the Elite 8, its best playoff run in the past decade. The Violets soared past teams in the University Athletic Association...