Rory Graham: Long-Time Runner, Future Teacher and Current Athletic and Academic Powerhouse

Graham, a senior, has been a major contributor at MC in both her academic and athletic achievements. GOJASPERS / Courtesy By Jilleen Barrett, Managing Editor/Features Editor Rory Graham had college cross country and track and field coaches from all over the country trying to recruit her. She could have gone to an Ivy League like the University of Pennsylvania, or a school with bigger facilities like … Continue reading Rory Graham: Long-Time Runner, Future Teacher and Current Athletic and Academic Powerhouse

Cross Country’s Andria Scaglione Excels in both Athletics and Academics

Andria Scaglione has been winning big this fall, including a first place finish at the Jaspers XC Fall Invite. GOJASPERS/COURTESY By Jocelyn Visnov, Production Editor/Web Editor Andria Scaglione is making strides in cross country and in the classroom. Scaglione started her senior year strong with both athletic and academic achievements.  After training consistently throughout the summer, Scaglione’s hard work paid off as she took home … Continue reading Cross Country’s Andria Scaglione Excels in both Athletics and Academics

Cross Country Teams Boost Camaraderie During Preseason

By Jilleen Barrett, Managing Editor/Features Editor Manhattan College’s cross country teams are ready to race to the top this season. After a preseason focused on team building and preparation, graduate student Michael Hennelly and senior Andria Scaglione feel optimistic about continuing to put some pride to the Jasper name. Scaglione, who consistently has been a top finisher for the team since her freshman year, is … Continue reading Cross Country Teams Boost Camaraderie During Preseason

Fall Cross Country Finally Restored

by Pete Janny, Sports Editor Manhattan College cross country has returned to action and hopefully to stay. With last season’s brief cameo in the spring now in the rearview mirror, the cross country team is gradually settling back into the comforts of the fall season known for the foliage and the cozy temperatures it brings. The calendar for the men’s and women’s cross country teams … Continue reading Fall Cross Country Finally Restored

Cross Country Team Remains Positive After Season Cancellation

by Jilleen Barrett, Asst. A&E Editor The upcoming semester is certainly shaping up to be strange. What it means to be a college student in the United States has completely changed. Between remote classes, mask mandates, and social distancing, nothing is the same as it used to be, including for student-athletes. The Manhattan College Cross Country program was devastated to learn about the MAAC’s decision … Continue reading Cross Country Team Remains Positive After Season Cancellation