After yet another exciting and unpredictable regular season, the National Hockey League playoffs began on Wednesday April 15. This year, we saw a wave of new teams reach the playoffs for the first time in years while historically successful franchises saw impressive postseason streaks come to an end.
Read MoreSpring training signifies return of America’s pastime
It may still be winter here in Geneseo, but Major League Baseball spring training has begun. Pitchers and catchers were the first to report back to their teams on Feb. 18. The next players to report are the remaining infielders and outfielders. There are two leagues splitting up the 30 teams: the Cactus League in Arizona and the Grapefruit League in Florida—both with preseason games set to begin on Sunday March 1.
Read MoreCompetition obscures spirit of Little League
Cheating and sports go together much more than they should. Most cases deal with professional teams, but recently we saw a team—made up of athletes that aren’t legally allowed to drive a car yet—caught for cheating. Chicago’s Jackie Robinson West Little League baseball team was stripped of its national title for violating strict rules about having players from outside district boundaries.
Read MoreSyracuse self-imposed ban severely flawed
New York’s best college basketball team is in trouble … with itself. Syracuse University self-imposed a postseason ban on Feb. 4 in response to potential allegations about events from 2007-2012. The university announced that it would not compete in the ACC Tournament, NCAA Tournament or National Invitational Tournament.
Read MoreTeams “tank” for top pick
It’s no secret that the Buffalo Sabres and New York Knicks are struggling this year, but they could be losing on purpose. “Tanking” is the art of losing games purposefully to finish with the league’s worst record with the hope of getting the best draft pick possible. Nobody is questioning the motives of the two bottom-dwellers this year.
Read MoreIce Knights forward Brickler up for national service award
When we think of student athletes, plenty of thoughts come to mind. Some may envision a varsity competitor who devotes his or her efforts to training, practicing and playing full-time while balancing the rigors of academics. But one Geneseo student-athlete has gone a step further. Senior assistant captain and Ice Knights forward Tyler Brickler has been recognized on a national level for his community service.
Read MoreDivision lead huge step for N.Y. Islanders
Winning hockey is back on Long Island and it’s bigger than ever. With the first half of the season complete, the New York Islanders find themselves in first place of the National Hockey League’s Metropolitan Division for the first time since 1990.
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