Jaspers, Rams, Draw Even in “Battle of the Bronx”

By Jeffery Cool, Guest Writer On a groggy Wednesday night, Manhattan took on Fordham at Gaelic park in the “Battle of the Bronx,” looking to notch its first victory of the season. Both teams were looking to claim bragging rights and turn their season in the right direction. The Jaspers and Rams finished the back and forth game with a 0-0 draw, yet another goalless … Continue reading Jaspers, Rams, Draw Even in “Battle of the Bronx”

Jaspers Lose Home Opener to NJIT

By Daniel Ynfante & August Kissel, Editor & Staff Writer It’s been seven years since the Manhattan Jaspers won a home opener. And after Wednesday’s home bout against the NJIT Highlanders, the streak of defeats continued for Manhattan. The Jaspers dropped an uneventful game to NJIT 1-0 at Gaelic Park. NJIT converted on one of the few chances it had in the game early in the … Continue reading Jaspers Lose Home Opener to NJIT

Manhattan Seniors Downtick No. 2 Marist Two Seeds

Nicole Moore, Guest Writer Manhattan College used its senior day energy to take down No. 2 Marist 3-1 last Saturday. It was the last game at Gaelic Park for six of Manhattan’s seniors, who came out ready in the face of its lower standing in the MAAC — — and its loss to Marist last season. Jorden Scott, Manhattan head soccer coach, said seeing the seniors … Continue reading Manhattan Seniors Downtick No. 2 Marist Two Seeds

Summer Vacation Brings Fall Seasons

While most Manhattan College students were enjoying time off-campus on vacation, athletes were competing and practicing for the upcoming fall season. Manhattan was represented in Europe as former members of the track and field teams competed internationally. Practices resumed earlier this month and regular season games are starting shortly thereafter. Track & Field Men’s and women’s track and field earned all-academic honors from the U.S. … Continue reading Summer Vacation Brings Fall Seasons

Back of the Net: Season Meanings

The Manhattan Jaspers found themselves looking up at every other school in the MAAC after failing to win 12 straight games from early September to late October. Next thing they knew, they were on the team bus taking a 14-hour round trip to take on the Niagara Purple Eagles in cold, freezing temperatures with a rain and snow mix falling. To this point in the … Continue reading Back of the Net: Season Meanings

Back of the Net: Freshmen Jaspers Face Personal Adjustments and Team Challenges

As the season reaches its mid-point for the Manhattan Jaspers, the 10 freshmen Jaspers are no longer new to the team and fans. Three of the freshmen who have been quite impressive early on are Joe Hulme, Jose Meza and Luke Greaves. Understandably so, Manhattan head coach Jorden Scott said all of the freshmen have been excellent. The 10 Jasper Freshmen Matthew Barile Greg Bohn … Continue reading Back of the Net: Freshmen Jaspers Face Personal Adjustments and Team Challenges

Back of the Net: Jaspers Struggle on Offense

Note: As MAAC play enters its second week, the “Back of the Net” column plans to give inside access to Manhattan Jaspers men’s soccer outside of game coverage. At about the mid-point part of their season, the Manhattan Jaspers have been shutout in their last four games, a total of 402 minutes. They need a goal and soon. What’s Going On? What Can Be Done? … Continue reading Back of the Net: Jaspers Struggle on Offense