Sports

Field Hockey Starts the Season Strong with a Comeback Over Colgate

By Grace Reuben · Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025

Field hockey took to Barton Hall this Saturday to face off against the Colgate Raiders, emerging victorious in their opening game of the season.

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Women’s Soccer Drops Road Matches to Delaware and Syracuse

By Avery Sohn · Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025

Men’s, Women’s Cross Country Dazzle in Season Opener

By Thomas Vollaro · Monday, Sept. 8, 2025

Men’s Soccer Posts Back-To-Back Shutout Road Wins to Start Season

By William D. Cawley · Monday, Sept. 8, 2025

Legendary NHL Goaltender and Cornellian Ken Dryden ’69 Dies at 78

By Jane McNally · Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025

Dryden played an integral role in Cornell’s 1967 national championship, and his 77 wins place him atop all Cornellian goaltenders.

Why You Should Apply to the Hockey Beat

By Jane McNally · Friday, Aug. 29, 2025

Cornell hockey has a flair for the dramatic. Often, the headlines write themselves. But at the end of the day, someone needs to write them.

Two Football Players to Named to the 2025 FCS Football Central Preseason All-America Team

By Zeinab Faraj · Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025

Two football players were named to the 2025 FCS Football Central Preseason All-America team.

Two Cornellians Medal at 2025 USA Fencing Summer Nationals

By Zeinab Faraj · Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025

Senior Ketki Ketkar and freshman Trisha Nath are members of the women’s fencing team and both participated in the 2025 US Fencing Summer Nationals, earning medals.

Walker Wallace Leaves Cornell a Champion and Joins ACC Football at UVA

By Zeinab Faraj · Wednesday, July 30, 2025

While some might consider a NCAA championship the best way to end a collegiate career, long stick midfielder Walker Wallace ’25 is trading his lacrosse cleats for football ones as he will join UVA’s football team as a tight end.

Field Hockey’s New Turf Is ‘Unlikely to Be Ready’ for the Start of the Upcoming Season

By Zeinab Faraj · Monday, July 28, 2025

The field hockey team’s new Marsha Dodson turf is “unlikely to be ready” ahead of the 2025 season, according to an email from Athletic Director Nicki Moore.

From Injury to Ivy: Meet Cornell Football’s Newest QB, Ryan Downes ’29

By Zeinab Faraj · Sunday, July 27, 2025

Ryan Downes ’29 is the newest addition to the Red's quarterback roster. After a major injury, he bounced back with a standout senior season and now aims to make an impact at Cornell.

Local Amateur Athletic Union Basketball Team Wins U15 World Championship

By Zeinab Faraj · Friday, July 25, 2025

A local Amateur Athletic Union Basketball Team won the under 15 championship in Orlando, Florida this past month.

Cornell Lacrosse’s CJ Kirst ’25 Nominated for ESPY Award

Men's Lacrosse’s CJ Kirst ’25 Nominated for ESPY Award

By Zeinab Faraj · Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Cornell lacrosse attackman CJ Kirst ’25, a national champion and NCAA goals leader, is nominated for an ESPY Award as men’s sports Best College Athlete.

Jameson Wang ’25 Signs Professional Contract in Germany

By Zeinab Faraj · Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Cornell’s former quarterback Jameson Wang ’25 was offered his first professional contract for the Frankfurt Galaxy last Wednesday and is expected to start his first pro game on Saturday.

Amid Sweeping Changes in College Hockey, Transferring to Cornell Was a “No-Brainer” for Luke Ashton ’28

By Jane McNally · Tuesday, July 8, 2025

“The history is something to just be in awe of,” Ashton said. “[In] both school and hockey, the team has a winning reputation. I know that Cornell is quite a prestigious school with a lot of rich history, which I love.”

The Sun’s Top 25 Senior Athletes 2024-25

By Sports Department · Friday, July 4, 2025

The Sun’s Sports Department selected its picks for the Top 25 senior athletes of the 2024-2025 season.

Cornell Wrestler Wins 2025 U23 National Title After Returning From Injury

By Zeinab Faraj · Wednesday, July 2, 2025

After returning from a season ending injury, Vince Cornella won the 2025 U23 National men’s wrestling freestyle championships for the 65 kg weight class.

Former Cornell Volleyball Player Signs Pro Contract in Germany

By Zeinab Faraj · Monday, June 30, 2025

Former Cornell volleyball player Sydney Moore ’24 will start his professional career in Germany as a member of the ESA Grimma volleyball club.

Men of Color in Athletics: Creating a Community Through Fellowship

By Buzmael Joanus · Monday, June 30, 2025

Cornell’s Men of Color in Athletics club is creating community and fellowship through its community initiatives.

Incoming Men’s Hockey Goaltender Alexis Cournoyer ’29 Selected by Hometown Team at 2025 NHL Draft

By Jane McNally · Saturday, June 28, 2025

Cournoyer was selected by the Montreal Canadiens with the 145th overall pick. It's a dream come true for the Quebec native.