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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

NYU Wrestling beat Gettysburg College 31-6, Johns Hopkins University 27-10 and Muhlenberg on their home turf 44-3 at the Centennial Conference.

Resilience Pivotal in Wrestling’s Dominant Day

Eli Edwards, Contributing Writer February 1, 2016
Faced with a busy day, NYU's wrestling team battled through a strenuous Saturday.
NYU Women’s Basketball won against both Carnegie Mellon and Case Western University, where Megan Dawes (pictured) led with 25 points.

Momentum Plays Key Role for Basketball as Women Sweep and Men Split

Brandon Herrera, Staff Writer February 1, 2016
NYU's men's and women's basketball teams looked to pick up the pace against a set of weekend opponents.
Chase Klein was a stand out player in the NYU men's volleyball team's loss to Hunter College on Tuesday, January 26.

Top-10 Violets Wilt Against Unranked Hunter

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer January 28, 2016
The NYU men's volleyball competed against Hunter College in a thrilling battle on Tuesday.
NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

NYC Gotham Cup a Tune-Up for Violet Track

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor January 26, 2016
NYU's track and field teams competed in the Gotham Cup on Jan. 22 before hunkering down as the snow piled up.
Winter Storm Jonas Snows in Athletics

Winter Storm Jonas Snows in Athletics

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor January 26, 2016
Winter Storm Jonas took no prisoners, leaving NYU's athletic schedule in a state of disarray.
The NYU men’s volleyball team took two out of three games in their opening weekend tournament.

Volleyball Looks to Set Bar High

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer January 25, 2016
The NYU men's volleyball was able to avoid the snow, competing in the Posada Royal Invitational.
Junior guard Amy Harioka notched what ended up being the game-winning three-pointer for the Violets on Sunday.

Basketball National Title Hopes Still Alive

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer January 25, 2016
NYU's men's and women's basketball teams looked to stay hot on the road over the weekend.
The men's swimming and diving team had a dominant showing last season.

Swim Team Wins Big at Home

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor January 25, 2016
With a blizzard baring down on the east coast, the men's swimming and diving team was able to fit in a meet against the U.S. Marine Merchant Academy.
The men’s hockey team kicked off their 2016 title defense with a pair of wins against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Hockey Nets Sweep in First 2016 Games

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Sports Editor January 25, 2016
NYU's hockey team looked to begin its march to a second consecutive championship, kicking off its second half against Siena College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Hockey Looking to Defend National Title

Hockey Looking to Defend National Title

Michael Thompson, Sports Editor January 25, 2016
NYU's hockey team, boosted by the return of senior goaltender Sam Daley, looks to finish strong this season and repeat as National Champions.

Violet Sports Gear Up For Success in New Year

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer January 25, 2016
With most students relaxing at home, the world of NYU sports didn't skip a beat in January.
Jake Smith has put his hardships behind him and is heading back to the field.

Shortstop takes the long way home

Alex Bazeley, News Editor December 9, 2015
Prepare to be amazed by Jake Smith, a member of NYU's baseball team with an anything but ordinary backstory.