Sports

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 Cornellians Medal at 2025 USA Fencing Summer Nationals

By Zeinab Faraj · Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025

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

By Zeinab Faraj · Wednesday, July 30, 2025

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.

Lily Delianedis ’25 Selected by Seattle in Third Round of PWHL Draft

By Jane McNally and Eli Fastiff · Tuesday, June 24, 2025

It is the second straight PWHL draft where a Cornellian has been selected in the third round, as Izzy Daniel ’24 was selected 18th overall in last year’s draft.

Women’s Hockey’s Rory Guilday ’25 Selected with No. 5 Pick in 2025 PWHL Draft

By Jane McNally and Eli Fastiff · Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Guilday was widely projected to be taken early in the draft due to her impressive collegiate and international resume.

A Cornellian's Guide to the 2025 PWHL Entry Draft

By Eli Fastiff · Sunday, June 22, 2025

The second PWHL entry draft will last six rounds and begin on June 24 at 7 p.m.

Hackett Becomes Cornell’s First 1500m All-American at NCAA Finals

By Zeinab Faraj · Sunday, June 15, 2025

Damian Hackett '25 had an impressive finish at the NCAA finals, earning him an All American honor and making history as Cornell's first All American for the men's 1500m event.

Damian Hackett '25 will compete is his last collegiate race on Friday, representing Cornell at the NCAA 1500m Final Championship in Eugene, Oregon (Photo by Andrew Brown).

Hackett Secures All-American Finish, To Compete in NCAA 1500m Final Championship

By Zeinab Faraj · Thursday, June 12, 2025

Damian Hackett '25 will compete in the men's 1500m final at the NCAA championship on Friday. He is the only Cornellian at the event and will at least be recognized as a Second Team All-American.