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

GLS sophomore Eli Edwards pitched for the NYU baseball team against Emory University on Saturday. NYU lost both games.

Weekly Sports Update: April 17- April 23

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor April 24, 2017
The NYU athletic teams are all looking to finish their seasons strong, with many performing well at major games and competitions.
NYU suffers from a lack of spirits in sports. WSN weighs in on the reasons why.

Why NYU Students Don’t Care About Sports

Thomas Price, Opinion Editor April 24, 2017
NYU's student body is notorious for its collective lack of appreciation for sports, but this is simply a result of the image NYU has crafted for itself.
Adrian Spitz batting during the NYU baseball team’s spring break tournament in Florida, March 20. Spitz transferred to NYU from Northeastern in 2015, and has earned honours from the University Athletic Association and the Eastern College Athletic Conference among others.

Adrian Spitz: Hitting It Out of the Park

Jake Steel, Contributing Writer April 10, 2017
Senior left fielder and clean-up hitter Adrian Spitz has shone throughout the season.
In March, freshman Honore Collins took home the very first national title for NYU swimming. Overall, the NYU women’s swimming and diving team earned 8th place at the national tournament.

Honore Collins: Making a Splash

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer April 10, 2017
Freshman swimmer Honore Collins won the very first national title in the program’s history.
Justine Morris running the 3,000 meter steeplechase during day one of the Sam Howell Invitational, at Princeton University.

Weekly Sports Update April 3-April 9

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor April 10, 2017
The baseball team had a challenging week, losing three of four matches against Case Western.
Along with his colleagues, Matthew Devens, pictured in the center, helps a girl that collapsed at the High School Track and Field Nationals, which took place at Greensboro North Carolina in 2013.

By Water or by Land: Matthew Devens

Trevor Francesconi, Contributing Writer April 3, 2017
Without its trainers, NYU Athletics wouldn't be able to function nearly as smoothly. Athletic trainer Matthew Devens has been at NYU since 2011, but has had a passion for athletic training since college.
CAS senior Nathan Pike placed first in the 133-pound championship in wrestling. With the season coming to a close, Pike plans to focus on graduating with an economics major.

Nathan Pike Wrestles to the Top

Maddie Howard, Staff Writer March 27, 2017
Wrestling team senior Nathan Pike is ending his Violet career as an NCAA National Champion.
CAS junior Jonathan Iaione throws out a runner in the ninth inning on March 23 in a game against St. Joseph’s.

Weekly Sports Update March 20 to March 26

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor March 27, 2017
Here's a look at how NYU sports teams fared in competition this week.
WSN profiles Arturo Flores, pictured in the center, who is an athletic trainer at NYU. He has been surrounded by sports his entire life and continues to be active even outside of NYU.

Arturo “Roy” Flores: Athletic Trainer and Mentor

Trevor Francesconi, Contributing Writer March 27, 2017
NYU Athletics would be incomplete without the help of its trainers. Here's a look at the contributions of Arturo "Roy" Flores.
In the world of college athletics, an injury can spell disaster for both the athlete and the team. WSN spoke to NYU athletes who’ve struggled with injury in the past.

Taking One for the Team

Lorenzo Gazzola, Contributing Writer March 20, 2017
Injuries are a constant reality in almost every sport, but that does make them any easier for injured players and teams to overcome. Learn how teams cope with the loss of crucial players due to injury.
Basketball in New York, both professional and in college, continues to see a decrease in quality playing.

The Sorry State of New York Basketball

Sayer Devlin, Deputy News Editor March 6, 2017
These are trying times for fans of basketball in New York.
Amy Harioka was the top scoring player for the NYU Women’s Basketball Team during their final game of the season and close loss to Springfield on March 3.

Weekly Sports Update: Feb. 27 to March 5

Nika Woodfill, Deputy Sports Editor March 6, 2017
Baseball had a strong opening to their season this weekend, however both tennis and men's volleyball had painful losses.