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Photo courtesy of Ionagaels.com. Iona enjoyed their second-largest road win of the season at Siena.

Men’s basketball sublime during three-game slate

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor February 8, 2024

The Iona University men’s basketball team won three games in a row from Jan. 26 to Feb. 4, improving their record to 11-10 overall and 7-3 at home.   Iona had been riding a hot streak heading into...

Photo courtesy of Ionagaels.com. Fajardos 1,008 points are good for a top-30 spot on Ionas all-time WBB scoring list.

Four-game skid drops Gaels in MAAC standings

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor February 8, 2024

The Iona University women’s basketball team lost four straight games dating back to a Jan. 25 game against Canisius College, bringing their record to 2-9 within the MAAC and 7-13 altogether.   Starting...


Photo courtesy of Ionagaels.com.

Providence and Tabois posted their lowest combined 4x400 time in Staten Island.

Track and field near midpoint of winter season

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor February 8, 2024

The Iona University men’s and women’s indoor track and field teams participated in six meets after completing the Ramapo Season Opener on Jan. 19.   Starting with the Dr. Sander Columbia Challenge...

Hannah Forbes was one of six Gaels to score in the 1650 free.

Championship experience readies Gaels for New Year

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor January 25, 2024

The Iona University men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams competed in the 2023 ECAC Winter Championships at the Nassau County Aquatic Complex in East Meadow, N.Y., from Dec. 1-3 to finish off...

Otkhmezuris 38 points set a single game high among MAAC scorers this season.

Women’s basketball still in solid standing after slew of road losses

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor January 25, 2024

The Iona University women’s basketball team has lost their momentum throughout the early going of the new year. To date, the team holds a 2-4 record in January, with both wins coming at home in the Hynes...

Graduate Idan Tretout recorded his second 30+ point effort on January 21, shooting 11-for-19

Men’s basketball, strong at home, stays afloat in MAAC standings

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor January 25, 2024

The Iona University men’s basketball team is off to a 2-3 start in 2024, bringing their season record and winning percentage to 8-10 and .444 overall.   The Gaels kicked off the new year with a...

Coles 3000-meter time was 58th fastest overall.

Indoor Track back in action after month-long layoff

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor January 25, 2024

The Iona University men’s and women’s indoor track and field teams participated in six combined meets to begin the 2023-24 season.   Just prior to winter break, from Dec. 1-2, both teams played...

The Packers January 14 win against the Cowboys marked their first playoff victory since 2021.

Sports Outside Iona

  Arrival, departure of coaches marks new NFL era  The NFL has had a massive turnaround with coaches this season. Many of them were fired, while others resigned. Bill Belichick is officially stepping...

Why I love fighting games

Luis Lopez, Editor-In-Chief January 25, 2024

To those who do not know me well, my favorite genre of video games is fighting games, and my extensive history with the genre is the reason for my fondness. I would cite the release of “Super Smash Bros....

Iona broke their season series tie with Marist thanks to a 3-2 victory on Nov. 17.

Opening round win not enough to maintain Gaels’ momentum

Robert Hughes, Sports Editor December 7, 2023

The Iona University volleyball team finished their 2023 season after a pair of playoff matchups in Fairfield, Conn. on Nov. 17 and 18.   After a 3-1 set loss to Niagara University on Senior Day five...

Graduate student Panzos efficient shooting has led to 3.4 three point field goals made per game.

Basketball programs fail to make noise in young campaign

Aiden Keane and Robert Hughes December 7, 2023

The Iona University men and women’s basketball teams have struggled to find their footing to start off the 2023-24 season.   Amidst growing pains and roster changes, they have had trouble finding...

After their Nov. 25 victory, Michigan improved their all-time series lead to 61-51-6 against Ohio State.

Sports Outside Iona

The world of sports is ever-changing. From record-breaking free agent contracts to new world champions, sports draw us in based on their entertaining, yet unpredictable qualities. As such, this column...

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