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PREVIEW: Football Ends the Season with the Empire State Bowl
With 90 percent of the season played, football’s 2023 campaign is nearly at a close. Having lost its past three games, Cornell is not in contention for an Ivy title, and is currently trying to avoid finishing in seventh in the conference. Nevertheless, with one game left this Saturday, Nov. 18, against Columbia, the team has a chance to improve its conference record from last year by a game. The Red (3-6, 2-4 Ivy) is coming off a 16-point loss to Dartmouth on Saturday, Nov. 11.
Nick Howard Rushes for Three Touchdowns in Dartmouth Win Over Football
Sports With just two games left in the season, football traveled to Hanover, New Hampshire this Saturday, Nov. 11 to take on Dartmouth. For the second straight week, the Red struggled with its run defense, as the Big Green racked up 196 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns. Cornell (3-6, 2-4 Ivy) committed a red zone turnover and went one for three on fourth down, ultimately falling, 30-14. The Big Green (5-4, 4-2 Ivy) got the ball to start the game, and immediately went on the attack.
PREVIEW: Football Ends Road Schedule Against Dartmouth
After a promising start to the season, football has gone 1-5 in its last six games to drop to sixth place in the Ivy League. With a 2-3 in-conference record, Cornell is likely out of contention for an Ivy title, but the team still has an opportunity to finish strong and build to next year. Its first opportunity to generate a positive outcome comes this Saturday, Nov. 11, when the Red travels to Hanover, New Hampshire, to take on Dartmouth.
Malachi Hosley Rushes for 261 Yards in Penn Victory Over Football
Sports It has been a number of years since football played meaningful games in November. But when the team traveled to Philadelphia to take on Penn on Saturday, Nov. 4, much was on the line. Both Cornell (3-5, 2-3 Ivy) and Penn (6-2, 3-2 Ivy) entered the day just a game out of first place in the Ivy League. In a matchup of teams that like to hold the ball, it was Penn’s ground game that was the difference maker.
PREVIEW: Football Starts a Two Game Road Set Against Penn
For the first time in a number of years, football will be playing meaningful November football. Entering week 8 of the Ivy League, Harvard and Princeton lead the pack at 3-1 in conference, but five teams sit right behind them at 2-2. Two of those squads, Cornell and Penn, square off this Saturday, Nov. 4, in Philadelphia. The winner will remain right in the mix for an Ivy title, while the loser will likely be out of contention. The Red (3-4, 2-2 Ivy) is coming off a home loss to Princeton.
PREVIEW: Football Looks to Build Momentum at Home Against Princeton
Coming off its best performance of the year, football now enters the back end of its season in command of its future. Taking on Princeton this Saturday, Oct. 28, Cornell can remain at the front of the pack in the Ivy League with a win. The Red (3-3, 2-1 Ivy) dismantled Brown this past Saturday, Oct. 21. Cornell jumped out to a 33-0 lead and cruised to a 36-14 win. All three phases showed up against the Bears. On offense, junior quarterback Jameson Wang threw for 330 yards.
Football Dominates on Both Sides of the Ball to Rout Brown, 36-14
Sports This article will be updated. ITHACA, N.Y. — Faced with the potential of having its season slip away, football needed to get back in the win column to right the ship. Hosting Brown (3-3, 1-2 Ivy) this Saturday, Oct. 21, the Red (3-3, 2-1 Ivy) did just that, racking up 434 yards and forcing three turnovers en route to a 36-14 win. The Red was dominant on both sides of the ball in the first half.
PREVIEW: Football Returns to Conference Play Against Brown
At the midway point of the season, it has been an up-and-down road for football. After starting off hot with two straight wins, the team has hit a rough patch, losing its past three games. As the heart of the Red’s schedule looms, with five Ivy games left in the year, it is now or never for the team to right the ship. Cornell will have its first opportunity this Saturday, Oct. 21, when it hosts Brown at Schoellkopf. The Red (2-3, 1-1 Ivy) is coming off a 21-13 loss to Bucknell.
Coleman Bennett Rushes for 157 Yards in Bucknell Win Over Football
This article will be updated. ITHACA, N.Y. — Playing in the rain on a wet Schoellkopf field, it was clear that football was going to be in a 60 minute fight in the trenches. Taking on Bucknell in its final nonconference game of the season, the Red (2-3, 1-1 Ivy), whose ground game has been a strength this season, was out rushed, 176-82. The Bison (2-4, 0-2 Patriot League) mixed in occasional shot plays with a dominant rushing attack, and did enough on defense to come away with the win, 21-13.
PREVIEW: Football Looks to Snap Two-Game Skid Against Bucknell
After starting off the season hot with two wins, football has hit a rough patch in its season. The Red lost on Homecoming to Colgate after leading for the first three quarters, and then this past Friday, Oct. 6, Cornell was defeated handily by Harvard. With more than half the season still remaining, the team now turns to its final nonconference game this Saturday, Oct. 14, when it hosts Bucknell.
Harvard’s DePrima Accounts for Six Touchdowns as the Crimson Routs Football, 41-23
Entering its most challenging matchup of the season, football had an opportunity to take an early lead in the Ivy standings this Friday, Oct. 6, when it traveled to Cambridge, Massachusetts to take on Harvard. Nevertheless, the Crimson dominated the game from start to finish, as Harvard quarterback Charles DePrima accounted for 361 total yards, and the Red was defeated decisively, 41-23.
PREVIEW: Football Kicks off Fall Break on the Road Against Harvard
Coming off its first loss of the season, football will look to bounce back this Friday, Oct. 6, when it travels to Cambridge, Massachusetts to take on No. 19 Harvard. This is the first — and likely only — time the Red will face a ranked opponent this year, and it will be another major test of whether Cornell can contend in the Ivy League. The Red (2-1, 1-0 Ivy) fell for the first time this year against Colgate this past Saturday, Sept. 30.
Fourth Quarter Miscues Spur Colgate Victory Over Football on Homecoming
Sports ITHACA, N.Y. — Playing in its Homecoming home opener in front of a full Schoellkopf crowd, football had a chance to improve to 3-0 on the year this Saturday, Sept. 30, when it took on Colgate. After taking a lead into halftime, the Red (2-1, 1-0 Ivy) faltered in the second half, committing two turnovers and going one for six on third downs. Colgate (1-4, 0-1 Patriot) was able to capitalize on Cornell’s mistakes, scoring 21 points in the fourth quarter to win the game, 35-25.
PREVIEW: Football to Host Colgate in Homecoming Home Opener
After playing on the road for the first two weeks, football is getting set for its home opener this Saturday, Sept. 30, when it will host Colgate. The game will also be Homecoming for Cornell, and with the team’s early success this season, it will likely be a full house at Schoellkopf. The Red (2-0, 1-0 Ivy) is coming off one of its biggest wins in recent memory.
Huge Second Half Fuels Football to Statement Upset Against Yale
Sports Faced with a 4th and 13 from the Yale 20, football had an opportunity to pull off an unprecedented upset. Taking on the defending Ivy League champion Yale, the Red (2-0, 1-0 Ivy) had fallen behind 14-0 early, before fighting back in the second half to take a 20-14 lead. A late Yale touchdown put Cornell’s comeback in jeopardy, and down by one, senior punter/kicker Jackson Kennedy stepped up for a 38 yard field goal attempt.
PREVIEW: Football Begins its Conference Schedule on the Road Against Yale
Coming off a successful 23-20 victory at Lehigh this past Saturday, Sept. 16, football will hit the road once again this weekend in what may be the toughest challenge of the season. Cornell will travel to New Haven, Connecticut, on Saturday, Sept. 23, to take on Yale –– its first taste of Ivy play this year. The Red (1-0, 0-0 Ivy) looked solid on both sides of the ball in its opening game against the Mountain Hawks.
Wang and Kiser Shine in Week One Victory for Football
Sports BETHLEHEM, P.A. — Coming off its best season since 2011, football returned to action this Saturday, Sept. 16, when it traveled to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to take on Lehigh. The Red jumped out to a 17 point lead early and never looked back, forcing two turnovers in the second half and winning its opening game, 23-20. The Red (1-0) finished 5-5 last year — its first .500 campaign since 2011. Cornell swept its nonconference schedule — including a 19-15 win at home against Lehigh.
Women’s Soccer Stays Undefeated to Start the Season, Beating Marist and Syracuse
As women’s soccer continues to ramp up its season, it had an opportunity to kick start a strong campaign this past week when it took on Marist and Syracuse. The Red was up to the occasion, shutting out both of its opponents and allowing just three shots on goal across the two games. With a 2-0 win over the Red Foxes and a 1-0 victory over the Orange, Cornell remains undefeated heading into week three of the season. The Red (2-0-1) was coming off a 2-2 draw against Lehigh.
Men’s Lacrosse Falls in Season-Ending Overtime Heart-Breaker
Leilani Burke/Sun Staff Photographer Sports | This article will be updated. ITHACA, N.Y. — The postseason brings a different level of intensity than the regular season, and nowhere was that more evident than in No. 8 men’s lacrosse’s opening round matchup against Michigan. Both teams went back and forth for four quarters before the game was sent to overtime.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Begins Postseason Run at Home Against Michigan
Last season, No. 8 men’s lacrosse lost in the opening round of the Ivy tournament before going on an improbable run to the national championship game. After falling to Yale on Friday, May 5, the Red hopes to create the same magic, starting this Sunday, May 14 at home against Michigan. The Red (11-3, 5-2 Ivy) is coming off its worst loss of the season, a 22-15 game against Yale. Cornell did not hold a lead at any point in the contest.
CJ Kirst Named a Finalist for Tewaaraton Award
Junior attacker CJ Kirst has been named one of five finalists for the Tewaaraton Award. Considered the highest honor in college lacrosse, the Tewaaraton Award is given annually to the top male and female player in the country. “CJ is such a stellar human being –– he’s a rock star in our locker room, he’s a rock star on campus, he’s a rock star on the field,” said head coach Connor Buczek ’15.
Gavin Adler Selected First Overall in Premier Lacrosse League Draft
Leilani Burke/Sun Staff Photographer Sports | Senior defenseman Gavin Adler’s prolific lacrosse career will not be ending in college. While he prepares for a postseason battle with Michigan this weekend, the Premier Lacrosse League held its college draft on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Adler did not need to wait long to hear his name called –– Atlas Lacrosse Club snagged him with the first overall pick. “He’s one of those players that you always want on your team,” said head coach Connor Buczek ’15.
Men’s Lacrosse Draws Michigan in the Opening Round of NCAA Tournament
After losing in the opening round of the Ivy Tournament, men’s lacrosse (11-3, 5-2 Ivy) has drawn the No. 8 seed in the NCAA tournament. The Red will be hosting Michigan (9-6, 5-3 Big Ten) in the first round on Sunday, May 14 at 2:30 p.m. Cornell received one of the eight at-large bids to the national tournament, but prior to the selection show, it was uncertain if the team would get another chance to play at Schoellkopf.
Men’s Lacrosse Draws Michigan in the Opening Round of NCAA Tournament
Leilani Burke/Sun Staff Photographer Sports | After losing in the opening round of the Ivy Tournament, men’s lacrosse (11-3, 5-1 Ivy) has drawn the No. 8 seed in the NCAA tournament. The Red will be hosting Michigan (9-6, 2-3 Big Ten) in the first round on Sunday, May 14 at 2:30 p.m. Cornell received one of the eight at-large bids to the national tournament, but prior to the selection show, it was uncertain if the team would get another chance to play at Schoellkopf.
Men’s Lacrosse Surrenders 22 Goals in Loss to Yale
With the lights shining brightest in the Big Apple, No. 6 men’s lacrosse fell flat. Going up against a red-hot No. 11 Yale team in the Ivy Tournament semifinal, Cornell struggled on defense and at the face-off x. The Bulldogs’ Chris Lyons was unstoppable on attack, finishing with seven goals, and Yale beat the Red decisively, 22-15. The Bulldogs (9-4, 3-3 Ivy) jumped out to an early lead, winning the first two face-offs and cashing in on both possessions.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Faces Yale in the Opening Round of the Ivy Tournament
Aaron Snyder/Sun Staff Writer Sports | With the regular season concluding last Saturday, April 29 in the Red’s thrilling win over Princeton, No. 6 men’s lacrosse now sets its sights on the playoffs. First up is the Ivy Tournament, starting this Friday, May 5 with an opening round matchup against No. 11 Yale. The Red enters as the top seed in the tournament, while the Bulldogs are the four seed.
Aiden Blake’s Overtime Goal Clinches the 31st Ivy Title for Men’s Lacrosse
This article will be updated. Trailing No. 20 Princeton by one with a minute-and-a-half remaining in the game, No. 6 men’s lacrosse was at risk of having the Ivy Title slip through its fingers. With a raucous Schoellkopf crowd cheering the team on, the Red came out of a timeout, needing a goal to send the game to overtime. It was Senior Day for Cornell, and fittingly, it was a senior who catapulted the Red to its second consecutive and 31st overall Ivy title.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Takes on Princeton in a Battle for the Ivy Title
Aaron Snyder/Sun Staff Writer Sports | After 12 hard fought games, No. 6 men’s lacrosse has an opportunity to clinch its second consecutive and 31st overall Ivy League title. Facing off against No. 20 Princeton this Saturday, April 29, the winner of this matchup will take the conference title outright, as well as the top seed in the Ivy tournament. “This is where you want to be,” said head coach Connor Buczek ’15. “[At] the end of April, you want significant games and you earn those.
Men’s Lacrosse Clinches a Bid to Ivy Tournament With Win Over Brown
This article will be updated. With May lacrosse just around the corner, No. 6 men’s lacrosse traveled to Providence, Rhode Island to take on Brown. Junior attacker CJ Kirst led the offense with six goals, and the defense shut the Bears out in the final 21 minutes of play to cruise to a 16-9 win. The Red’s fourth conference victory is enough to clinch a spot in the Ivy Tournament. The Red (10-2, 4-1 Ivy) started off fast, getting a goal on its opening possession.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Looks to Clinch a Spot in the Ivy Tournament With Win Over Brown
Coming off its most electrifying win of the season, No. 6 men’s lacrosse gets set for the final stretch of its regular season. With just two games left until the Ivy Tournament, every game is crucial to maintaining the resume of a top team in the nation. The first of the two games is this Saturday, April 22, when Cornell hits the road to take on Brown in Providence, Rhode Island. The Red (9-2, 3-1 Ivy) is coming off a tight 11-10 win over No. 8 Army.
Men’s Lacrosse Wins a Thrilling 11-10 Game Over Army
Julia Nagel/Sun Photography Editor Sports | In a game featuring two of the top 10 defenses in the nation, it was no surprise that No. 6 men’s lacrosse had a gritty battle from start to finish against No. 7 Army. With seven total penalties and 13 caused turnovers, the game came down to the wire. The difference came in the final minute of play. Tied at 10, senior midfielder Aiden Blake was able to find the back of the net with nine seconds left in regulation.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Hits the Road for a Top 10 Tilt Against Army
Julia Nagel/Sun Photography Editor Sports | As the team prepares for the stretch run of the regular season, No. 6 men’s lacrosse will hit the road for a high caliber matchup against No. 7 Army on Saturday, April 15. This is Cornell’s last non-conference game of the regular season, and it holds heavy implications for both teams’ postseason plans. The Red (8-2, 3-1 Ivy) is coming off a midweek victory against Marquette on Tuesday, April 11.
Men’s Lacrosse Tops Marquette With a Well Rounded Performance
Aaron Snyder/Sun Staff Writer Sports | This article will be updated. Playing in a midweek matinee at Schoellkopf Field Tuesday, No. 6 men’s lacrosse had an opportunity to bounce back from a loss on Saturday, April 9 against Harvard. Taking on Marquette for the first time in its history, the Red played a complete game in all phases, getting back on track with a 21-11 win. The Golden Eagles (6-5, 1-1 Big East) got on the board first, taking advantage of a Cornell turnover.
Men’s Lacrosse Breaks Perfect Ivy Record in Loss to Harvard
After three weeks of scorching hot offense, No. 4 men’s lacrosse was stifled against an aggressive Harvard defense this past Saturday, April 8. The Red let an early three-goal lead slip away, scoring just two total goals in the middle two quarters. Despite keeping it close, Cornell ultimately fell, 10-8. The Red (7-2, 3-1 Ivy) was coming off a dominant win against Dartmouth in which it scored a season high 22 goals.
Men’s Lacrosse Scores a Season High 22 Goals in a Beatdown of Dartmouth
It took just six seconds for No. 5 men’s lacrosse to get on the board against Dartmouth –– a goal which set the tone for a dominant day. The Red burst out of the gate with 10 goals in the first quarter and never looked back. With 10 different players finding the back of the net, Cornell cruised to a 22-11 victory. The Red (7-1, 3-0 Ivy) was coming off a win against Penn last Sunday, March 26. The Big Green (6-2, 1-1 Ivy) broke its 35-game Ivy losing streak last weekend with a win against Harvard.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Kicks off Spring Break at Home Against Dartmouth
Aaron Snyder/Sun Staff Writer Sports | While most Cornellians are getting set to leave campus for spring break, No. 5 men’s lacrosse (6-1, 2-0 Ivy) has a different plan in mind — taking on Dartmouth (6-1, 1-0 Ivy) on Saturday, April 1. The matchup of the current top two teams in the Ivy standings will determine who takes the edge in the conference going into the back end of the season. The Red is coming off of a six-goal victory against Penn.
CJ Kirst Scores Seven as Men’s Lacrosse Tops Penn 18-12
Aaron Snyder/Sun Staff Writer Sports | This article will be updated. On a sunny Sunday afternoon at Schoellkopf, the No. 5 men’s lacrosse offense continued to light up the field. Coming off of a 20-goal performance against Yale, the Red put up 18 against No. 16 Penn, seven of which came from junior attacker CJ Kirst. Backed by strong play at the face off x, the Red improved to 2-0 in Ivy play with an 18-12 win. It took just 10 seconds for the Red (6-1, 2-0 Ivy) to get on the board.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Looks to Build its Win Streak Against Penn
For the first time this season, No. 5 men’s lacrosse will be hitting the national stage when it hosts No. 16 Penn at Schoellkopf this Sunday, March 26. The game was flexed from its normal Saturday time at the beginning of the season and pits two premier programs, which are both looking to improve to 2-0 in Ivy play. The Red (5-1, 1-0 Ivy) is coming off its best win of the year, a dominant 20-10 victory over Yale.
Michael Long Scores Three in Season Debut as Men’s Lacrosse Routs Yale
Senior attacker Michael Long, who was a lynchpin piece of No. 7 men’s lacrosse’s offense last season, was sidelined with an injury for the first five games of this year. Making his first start of the season today against No. 8 Yale, Long returned with thunder, scoring three goals in an all-around dominant performance for the Red. With 10 players finding the back of the net and 21 saves from senior goalkeeper Chayse Ierlan, Cornell cruised to a 20-10 victory.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Looks to Bounce Back Against Yale
Julia Nagel/Sun Photography Editor Sports | Coming off of its first loss of the season, No. 7 men’s lacrosse (4-1) is preparing to start a series of conference matchups. The Red’s Ivy League schedule starts this Saturday, March 18, when it travels to New Haven, Connecticut to take on No. 8 Yale (3-1). Cornell had been rolling through its first four games before falling to Penn State last Saturday, 10-6. It was the Red’s lowest offensive output since 2017.
Men’s Lacrosse Four Game Win Streak Snapped by Penn State
With snow covering the stands and surrounding buildings, No. 3 men’s lacrosse (4-1) took the field against No. 8 Penn State (5-1) in its second consecutive top-10 matchup. In a game highlighted by defensive prowess and sloppy offensive play, it was the Nittany Lions which pulled away in the fourth quarter, winning, 10-6. It was a defensive battle throughout the first half, with both teams racking up saves and forcing turnovers.
PREVIEW: Men’s Lacrosse Gears up for Another Top Program in Penn State
Aaron Snyder/Sun Sports Editor Sports | No. 3 men’s lacrosse (4-0) is in the midst of its toughest stretch of the season. Coming off of a win against No. 9 Ohio State, the Red will return to Schoellkopf this Saturday, March 11 to take on another Big Ten opponent, No. 8 Penn State (4-1). Cornell is seeking to improve to 5-0 for the third consecutive season. The Red had its most notable win of the year this past Saturday, March 4 when it beat the Buckeyes, 16-13.
Men’s Lacrosse Outlasts Ohio State in High Scoring Affair
Amanda Burkart/Sun Staff Photographer Entering its tallest task of the season thus far, No. 3 men's lacrosse traveled to Columbus, Ohio to take on No. 8 Ohio State (3-2). Both teams displayed elite talent throughout the contest, but it was Cornell that was able to come away with the win, 16-13.
PREVIEW: No. 3 Men’s Lacrosse Faces Toughest Opponent Yet in No. 8 Ohio State
Amanda Burkart/Sun Staff Photographer Sports | No. 3 men’s lacrosse (3-0) will have its first true measuring stick game this coming weekend when it travels to Columbus, Ohio to take on No. 8 Ohio State (3-1). The match will be the first of four against ranked opponents for the Red, which has yet to face a team inside the top 20. Cornell is coming off of a convincing 17-8 win against Hobart (2-2).
No. 3 Men’s Lacrosse Wins a Blowout Against Hobart
Looking to improve to 3-0, No. 3 men’s lacrosse traveled to Geneva, NY, on Tuesday, Feb. 28 for the next chapter in the oldest rivalry in college lacrosse. The Red had played Hobart (2-2) 139 times, spanning 125 years. Exerting its will on the Statesmen, Cornell controlled the game throughout, winning, 17-8. Hobart kicked off the match with a goal, but its lead was short lived. The Red quickly responded, with junior attacker CJ Kirst finding the near 90 from just outside the crease.
No. 4 Men’s Lacrosse Cruises Past Lehigh in the Snow
Snow flurries were in the air as No. 4 men’s lacrosse (2-0) got set to take on Lehigh (2-1) in its home opener at Schoellkopf Field. In an all around dominant performance for the Red, it held the Mountain Hawks scoreless for the final 42 minutes of the game en route to a 12-5 victory. The Red opened up the contest on defense after a faceoff win by Lehigh’s All-American Mike Sisselberger.
PREVIEW: No. 4 Men’s Lacrosse Faces Lehigh in Home Opener
While most Cornellians are looking forward to relaxing over February break, No. 4 men’s lacrosse (1-0) has its sights set on its home debut. Coming off of a tight 12-10 win against the University at Albany (0-2) last Saturday, the Red is looking to improve to 2-0 when it takes on Lehigh (2-0) this Saturday, Feb. 25. Cornell opened its season with a win for the fourth consecutive year last week when it topped the Great Danes.
No. 2 Men’s Lacrosse Tops Albany Behind CJ Kirst’s Six Goals
Aaron Snyder/Sun Sports Editor Sports | In No. 2 men’s lacrosse’s return to action against the University at Albany, the stars showed up. On offense, junior attacker CJ Kirst led the way, picking up from where he left off last year with six goals. On the back end, it was senior goalkeeper Chayse Ierlan anchoring Cornell’s defense with 10 saves.
PREVIEW: No. 2 Men’s Lacrosse Begins its Path Back to Championship Monday Against Albany
With the greatest achievements come the highest expectations. This is the reality facing No. 2 men’s lacrosse as it takes the field this Saturday, Feb. 18, beginning its 2023 season on the road against the University at Albany. Nine months ago, Cornell was just minutes away from hoisting its first national championship in 45 years. Falling just short to the University of Maryland, the Red enters this year with the stakes at their peak.
Men’s Tennis Improves to 6-0 Ahead of ECAC Indoor Championship
As men’s tennis prepares for the ECAC Indoor Championship next weekend, it had one final tune-up when it faced off against the University of South Florida (4-7) on Friday, Feb. 10. Keeping its undefeated season alive, Cornell cruised to a 5-2 victory. This year, the Red (6-0) is seeking to match and outdo its 8-0 start from last season. Last Friday, Cornell was coming off of a road sweep against the University of Nebraska and Drake University.
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