The Geneseo men’s soccer team improved their record to 4-3-1 in the most dramatic fashion on Saturday Sept. 23. The Knights managed to pull off a 2-1 win against a talented SUNY Fredonia Blue Devils—a win that took not one but two overtimes.
Read MoreDespite setbacks, field hockey remains optimistic
The Geneseo field hockey team looks to bounce back after losing their last two games on the road—four of their last five in total—in SUNYAC play. Despite goals from senior forwards Cara Stafford and Giovanna Fasanello in regulation, the Knights were unable to score in overtime or double overtime on Friday Sept. 22, falling to SUNY Oneonta 3-2. The next day, Fasanello was the only Knight to score in a 4-2 loss to SUNY New Paltz after a back-and-forth game.
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Aaron Judge etched his name into the history books: He became the first player to hit 50 home runs in his rookie season, surpassing Mark McGwire’s mark of 49 for the Oakland Athletics in 1987.
Cross country strives to defeat competition in upcoming meets
Advancing through the fourth week of the season, the Geneseo men’s and women’s cross country teams have plenty to be excited about. With a dedicated “Top Seven”—the seven athletes who will compete in regionals and larger competitions—on both teams, the Knights will be respectable contenders on Saturday Sept. 23 at the Williams Purple Valley Classic in Massachusetts and the Harry F. Anderson Invitational in Rochester.
Read MoreKnight of the Week: Bryan Wager
Sophomore forward Bryan Wager is a member of the Geneseo men’s soccer team. Soccer has been an important role in Wager’s life, as he has played the game longer than he can remember.
Wager comes from an athletic family, which contributes to his soccer-filled life. His mother, father and older brother have shaped his athletic career, helping him on his journey to becoming a Geneseo Knight.
Though this is only the beginning of his second year on the team, Wager has seen plenty of action for an underclassman. Wager started three games during his freshman year and made 18 game appearances. This season, he has started in all six of the team’s games.
Over the last season, Wager grew to be an important part of the team, accumulating seven points during the 2016 season and four points for the 2017 season—an impressive number, as the season has only just started.
“We have a very balanced team this year; all the guys are great,” Wager said.
As a native of Honeoye Falls, N.Y,, Wager participated in other sports in high school, such as track and basketball. Soccer, however, has remained his primary interest.
“It is something that I have always done and have never been able to shake,” he said.
Additionally, Wager is a biochemistry major and wants to attend medical school in the future.
“I want to be a surgeon of some sort,” he said.
Wager has spent some time around doctors and likes that working with them challenges himself.
Although he is already busy balancing a varsity sport with his biochemistry major, Wager ensures that he puts aside time to help the community by participating in the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, which supports local causes in Geneseo.
“We do things such as a walk for the Teresa House,” he said.
On campus, Wager likes to support his fellow varsity athletes by attending both indoor and outdoor sports throughout the seasons. He also enjoys spending time with his teammates.
“We like to spend a lot of time enjoying the nice weather outside,” he said. “I really like it here [at Geneseo]. It has an unspoken feel—you definitely find how willing people are to help others.”
So far, Wager’s favorite part about attending Geneseo has been joining the soccer team.
“There are people from all walks of life here,” he said. “I like getting to know different people.”
When not in class, busy studying or out on the field, Wager likes to play golf and is teaching himself how to play guitar.
“I’m a big classic rock guy, but I’ll listen to pretty much anything,” he said.
Wager also wants to explore more places in the United States and some foreign countries as well.
“I’m looking forward to exploring new places since I’ve been in upstate New York for nearly all my life,” he said.
Wager is extremely excited to continue his academic and athletic career at Geneseo. Although he has not decided exactly what his future holds, he is very enthusiastic about its prospects.u
Sophomore forward Bryan Wager has grown to be an essential asset to the Geneseo men’s soccer team—as demonstrated through his increasing appearances in games. In addition to maintaining abusy varsity athlete schedule, Wager also focuses on his biochemistry major. (Annalee Bainnson/Photo Editor)
Volleyball adjusts to coaching staff changes
After an eventful offseason that included the hiring of a new coach and the addition of nine freshmen, the Geneseo volleyball team is in full swing for its 2017 season.
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Read MoreMen’s soccer prepares for SUNYAC play
As the team moves toward SUNYAC play, the Geneseo men’s soccer team must put their most recent match behind them. The Knights were unable to score on Saturday Sept. 16, falling 0-1 to Hobart College.
Read MoreField hockey develops strategies to ensure success
After a less than ideal start to the fall season, the Geneseo field hockey team seems to have found their stride after a 5-0 win against rival SUNY Cortland. With the Knights now 1-0 in conference play, they are back on track toward winning the SUNYAC Championship for their second year in a row.
Read MoreWomen’s soccer focuses on defeating current opponents
The Geneseo women’s soccer team was ranked No. 15 in the nation by the United Soccer Coaches’ Division III Top 25 poll for the week of Sept. 12 after sweeping their first four games and not allowing one goal since the first match. The team then went on to be 5-0-1 after winning on Sept. 13 against No. 3 ranked William Smith College and tying to Farmingdale State on Sunday Sept. 17.
Read MoreKnight of the Week: Madison Albrecht
Junior midfielder Madison Albrecht is a multifaceted student here at Geneseo. Unlike many of Geneseo’s varsity athletes, Albrecht plays two sports: varsity field hockey and women’s club ice hockey. In addition to her busy athletic schedule, Albrecht finds the time to maintain her academics as a biology major and psychology minor.
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The National Football League commenced its season on Thursday Sept. 7 with a highly anticipated game, as defending Super Bowl Champions the New England Patriots faced the Kansas City Chiefs.
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World No. 1 seed—Spain’s Rafael Nadal—dominated the 2017 United States Open from the start. In a tournament full of upsets, but lacking many big stars, Nadal won his 16th grand slam singles title, putting him only three titles behind Swiss legend Roger Federer on the all-time grand slam list.
Read MoreRed Sox, Yankees rivalry fueled by Apple Watch controversy
“Baseball is 90 percent mental. The other half is physical,” baseball legend Yogi Berra said. As a man known for his funny sayings, many of them seem to ring true. This quotation is no exception. Baseball is not checkers, it’s chess. To win at the professional level, any advantage over the opponent can prove to be priceless.
Read MoreUp-and-coming players prove valuable to field hockey
As the season begins to pick up its pace, Geneseo’s field hockey team stands at a 2-3 record. Coming off a 3-1 loss against St. John Fisher College on Wednesday Sept. 13, the team is focused on developing their organizational and positional tactics in addition to helping freshman teammates acclimate and adjust to the collegiate level of play.
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Read MoreField hockey refocuses for 2017 season
The Geneseo field hockey team anticipates a strong season after embracing a new philosophy and mindset. During the preseason, the team emphasized getting all of the players—both new and returning—on the same page in terms of the thoughts and strategies, both offensively and defensively.
Read MoreMen’s soccer benefits from additional players
After 2016’s disappointing end to the season with two shutout losses, the Geneseo men’s soccer team hopes to start off their 2017 season on a much stronger note. During the Herb Lauffer Memorial Soccer Tournament in Erie, Pa., the men had a 2-1 victory over Baldwin Wallace College and a 1-0 loss in double overtime to Penn State.
Read MoreCross country season catalyzed by first place wins
As students begin adjusting to the new school year, the Geneseo men’s and women’s cross country teams are already in the midst of their season. The team returned to campus a week before the rest of the college for pre-season workouts, which included practicing twice a day and participating in other team building activities.
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