No Battle of the Bronx in the 2022 Season: Women’s Soccer

By Alexandrea Velez, Staff Writer Women’s soccer was the first of Manhattan teams to announce the Rams would not be on their schedule this season, putting a pause on a rivalry dating back to 1911.  The rivalry, primarily competed by men’s basketball, first started in 1911-1912 during the Men’s basketball season. The Jaspers took the first win, with 20-19 points. Women’s soccer has taken part … Continue reading No Battle of the Bronx in the 2022 Season: Women’s Soccer

Sami and Emily Derrico Take Manhattan Sports By Storm

by Kyla Guilfoil, Asst. News Editor Freshman Emily Derrico and sophomore Sami Derrico did not plan on coming to college together. But after a year at the University of Connecticut, Sami decided to transfer and join her younger sister, Emily, at Manhattan College. Both exercise science majors, the New Jersey natives have started training as athletes on two of Manhattan’s women’s sports teams. For Emily, … Continue reading Sami and Emily Derrico Take Manhattan Sports By Storm

Manhattan Soccer Officially Returns

by Pete Janny, Sports Editor last time either of the Manhattan soccer teams took the field was in fall 2019. To put that long wait in perspective, we have seen the start of COVID-19, Kobe Bryant’s death, Joe Biden becoming the 46th President of the United States and Jose Altuve’s walk-off homerun against the Yankees in Game 7 of the 2019 ALCS since Manhattan soccer … Continue reading Manhattan Soccer Officially Returns

There’s No Place Like SWEAT For Female Student-Athlete Engineers

by Pete Janny & Matt Sweeney, Sports Editor & Staff Writer Depending on which way one approaches the Manhattan College campus, the athletic endeavors housed in Gaelic Park, Draddy Gymnasium, and Van Cortlandt Park might catch the attention of passersby. These athletic venues are graced by student-athletes with miscellaneous interests and experiences that are sometimes overshadowed by their own athletic prowess. But the dedication required … Continue reading There’s No Place Like SWEAT For Female Student-Athlete Engineers

Manhattan Soccer is Staying Ready For When the Next Shot Comes

by Pete Janny & Victor Franco, Sports Editor & Staff Writer The bright lights that illuminate the Gaelic Park field on muggy and chilly nights signal the arrival of fall every year on campus. Whether you are a passerby or a spectator in the bleachers, there is an element of intrigue that emanates from the field of play on those nights. The entertainment itself is … Continue reading Manhattan Soccer is Staying Ready For When the Next Shot Comes

Women’s Soccer Comes Up Short in Season Opener

WS: Manhattan 1, Hartford 2 by Pete Janny, Asst. Sports Editor After a tumultuous 2018 campaign, the Manhattan women’s soccer team has a chip on their shoulder this season as they look to put themselves back in the conversation for MAAC supremacy. The Jaspers first chance to redeem themselves came last Thursday on the road against the Hartford Hawks. Manhattan couldn’t have asked for a better test … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Comes Up Short in Season Opener

Jaspers End Losing Streak Against NJIT

By Jeffery Cool, Guest Writer On the 15th anniversary of 9/11, the Jaspers gave us something to be happy about, snapping a four game losing streak with a 1-0 win over the NJIT Highlanders. The Jaspers were coming off of a four game losing streak where they were shutout in each of those losses. Manhattan was ready for a battle against NJIT, whose record was 4-1-2. … Continue reading Jaspers End Losing Streak Against NJIT

Women’s Soccer Preps for Another Strong Season

It’s the end of April and while some people at Manhattan College are mainly focused on softball or lacrosse, Manhattan’s women’s soccer team is focused on its upcoming fall season. After its 2015 campaign, which resulted in multiple broken records, the team wants to go even further in 2016. “Win the MAACs,” both Nicole Aylmer and Jenny Bitzer answered at the same time when asked … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Preps for Another Strong Season