The Sun’s Playoff Season Men’s Hockey Mailbag

Men’s Lacrosse Breezes by Hobart, Falls Short Against Richmond

The offense led the way for Cornell, posting an impressive 19 goals on a cold night against Hobart. Senior midfielder Bowie Horsman posted a hat trick and junior attackman Willem Firth put up eight points on four goals and four assists. Firth has made his transition from midfield in 2025 to attack in 2026 seamless.

No. 11 Women’s Hockey’s Season Ends in Five-Goal ECAC Semifinal Defeat

Though the Red kept the semifinal game within reach until midway through the third period, a backbreaking shorthanded goal by the Bulldogs meant that Cornell will have to wait until the 2026-2027 season for a chance to win its first women’s hockey national championship.

FIRST THOUGHTS: How No. 11 Women’s Hockey Fell to No. 7 Yale in the ECAC Semifinals

The loss marks the final game of the 2025-2026 season as the Red will not earn a berth in the NCAA tournament. 

PREVIEW: No. 11 Women’s Hockey Heads to Lake Placid with Season, Title Defense on the Line

“Our veteran players have been in this tournament a number of times and have experienced both losses and wins in this tournament, and I think they understand what it takes now to have success,” said head coach Doug Derraugh ’91. “There’s no substitute for experience.”

The Red Dominates in Dual Meet Competition on Senior Day

McLean dominated on the balance beam, achieving a score of 9.775. Continuing the Red’s streak of success, senior Mikayla Burton and junior Natalia Tehrani tied for second with 9.625 scores. Adding onto the score, sophomore Anne MacKenzie scored a 9.525. Overall, the Red achieved a score of 47.900.

Let the Madness Begin: Jake Fiegan ’26 Buzzer-Beater, Senior Night Victory Secure Ivy Playoff Berth

After opening conference play with a shaky 0-3 start, Cornell steadied itself, winning its next three in a row and seven of its final 10 Ivy League contests. Jaques acknowledged the early defensive concerns but credited his group for buying into adjustments and embracing the style the coaching staff wanted to see.

Men’s Swim and Dive Ranks Fifth in Ivy League for Second Consecutive Year

Sophomore Josh Toothman boasted a record-breaking performance with his time in the 50-yard freestyle preliminary round. He swam a 19.45, qualified for the A Final and earned himself the distinction of being “the fastest Cornellian in water ever.” In other words, Toothman broke the school record in the quickest event. 

Understanding Jack O’Brien Through His Hockey Journey, Rooted in Perseverance, Persistence

“It comes down to really establishing your role and buying into it and believing in it whatever that may be, whether you’re [on the] first line or in the stands every night,” O’Brien said. “If you can master your role, then you actually do contribute to the team every day.”

Andrew Johnson ’25 Heads to MLS, Signs First-Team Contract with Charlotte FC

Charlotte FC recently announced that it signed Andrew Johnson ’25 to a first-team contract. Johnson’s contract will see him signed for the entirety of the 2026 season, with a club option for future seasons.

No. 11 Men’s Hockey Secures Stingy Victory Over Clarkson on Senior Night

“We've had ups and downs a little bit. We've had lessons that we've learned along the way. They've responded to everything so far. That's playoff hockey, right there.”

Women’s Hockey Punches Ticket to ECAC Championship Weekend After Sweep of Colgate in Quarterfinals

“That definitely was playoff hockey,” said head coach Doug Derraugh. “Very physical, very fast. I think it certainly prepared us well going into next week.”

No. 11 Men’s Hockey Downs St. Lawrence, 5-1, in Penultimate Regular Season Tilt

“Most times when you see teams score after a 0-0 tie after the first period, some teams kind of back off, but I think that we handled it the right way.”

Adam Tucks Overtime Winner in Thrilling Game One of ECAC Quarterfinals

“There was no doubt in our minds when we went into the locker room after the third period that we were going to come up with a win."

Brother vs. Brother: Two Ivy League Basketball Brothers Faceoff On The Collegiate Stage

On Feb. 21 at Helen Newman Arena, the Hinton parents sat in the stands and applauded every good play — whether it came from Cornell or Harvard. On the court, their sons were doing what they’ve done since they were four and six years old, shooting on a Fisher-Price basketball hoop in their living room: competing.

CORNELL NOTES | Lots at Stake for No. 11 Men’s Hockey in Regular Season Finale

“It's a big weekend for us,” said senior defenseman Jack O’Brien. “If you look at our past eight games, on the road, it's been a grind. It's a big momentum weekend leading into the playoffs. So if we can get both wins, it'll be huge.”

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