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Head coach David Byrd and members of the Boston University’s men soccer club at a practice on Nov. 6. The club has 27 players and is 1st in their division, despite ranking 13th overall in goals scored. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER.

Men’s club soccer heads to nationals for first time, builds on community and connection

By Ava Malamut November 13, 2024
The Boston University’s men’s club soccer team (8-1-1 NIRSA Region 1) are heading to nationals this season, which begs the question: Top of the region or top of the world?
Sophomore midfielder Ciara Kennedy (5) kicks the ball down the field on Oct. 20 in a home game against Bucknell University. The Boston University women’s soccer team defeated Bucknell University to win the Patriot League championship on Sunday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER.

Women’s soccer clinches Patriot League title in hard-fought win against No. 1 Bucknell

By Aniya Sumner November 11, 2024
In a full-circle moment, the Boston University women’s soccer team defeated the top-seeded Bucknell University in a thrilling penalty shootout on Sunday, showing 8-7 after a 1-1 draw sent both teams to double overtime.
Senior defender Allison Hanlon (26) fights for possession of the ball with an Army West Point player during the game on Oct. 30. The Boston University women’s soccer team beat Army in the Patriot League semifinal on Thursday. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer defeats Army in double extra-time to advance to Patriot League championship

By Eva Smith November 10, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team defeated Army West Point in the Patriot League semifinal 2-1 on Thursday, advancing to the Patriot League Final on Sunday.
Senior midfielder Kevin Torres (34) jumps for a header at a men’s soccer game against American University on Oct. 26. The Boston University men’s soccer team secured the Patriot League regular season championship and earned a first-round bye in the tournament. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer reclaims top seed in PL Tournament, finishes as regular season champs for second consecutive year

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor November 6, 2024
The Boston University men’s soccer team is the Patriot League regular season champion once again. Entering the final matchday before the PL Tournament, BU (4-3-10, 4-1-4 Patriot League) topped the PL table on 15 points, and secured a first-round bye in the tournament.
Boston University junior midfielder Mackenzie Stickleman (4) and Army West Point senior forward Grace Edvalds (9) fight for the ball in a game between the two universities on Wednesday. BU defeated Army 1-0, achieving the No. 2 seed in the Patriot League conference. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer clinches No. 2 seed in PL Tournament, ends regular season in 1-0 shutout against Army

By Austin Kittrell November 3, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team defeated Army West Point 1-0 on Wednesday to clinch the No. 2 seed in the Patriot League conference. The win led to the Terriers to finish their regular season undefeated in the Patriot League (5-7-6, 5-0-4 PL).
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Full-Time Focus: Consider the 2024 Ballon d’Or win and its implications

By Adriana Leyba October 29, 2024
The Champions League's influence on individual awards was diminished Monday when Manchester City’s Rodri won the Ballon d’Or player of the year award over Vinicius Junior in a ceremony organized by France Football magazine and UEFA.
Boston University junior defender Morgan Weaver (22) dribbling the ball during an earlier game against Lehigh University on September 28, 2024. The BU women’s soccer team tied American University 2-2 at an away game on Friday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP FILE

Women’s soccer comes back to tie 2-2 against American University, upholds unbeaten Patriot League record

By Julianna D’Amato October 27, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team tied the American University Eagles on the road in their penultimate regular season game with a 2-2 final score on Saturday. This tie maintained the Terriers’ (4-7-6, 4-0-4 Patriot League) undefeated record in the Patriot League.
Boston University senior forward Andrew Rent (11) works around opponents during a game against American University on Friday. BU and American tied 2-2 on Friday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Aidan Bone’s first brace brings Terriers to 2-2 draw in Senior Day match

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor October 27, 2024
Saturday’s 2-2 draw with American University started with a Senior Day ceremony honoring the nine seniors and graduate students of the Boston University men’s soccer team.
Sophomore midfielder Ciara Kennedy (5) kicks the ball down the field. The Boston University women’s soccer team earned its second consecutive shutout win with their 1-0 defeat of Bucknell University on Sunday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer beats Bucknell in 1-0 shutout win, snags spot in Patriot League Tournament

By Jose Rodriguez October 21, 2024
The Boston University women's soccer team, now the No. 1 seed in Patriot League standings, have secured a spot in the PL Tournament after a 1-0 shutout victory over Bucknell University Sunday at Nickerson Field. BU remains undefeated in conference play.
Junior midfielder Diego Rived (6) dribbles the ball away from a Lafayette player during the game on Oct. 5. The Boston University men’s soccer team earned their third Patriot League win this season on Saturday. TRACY LIU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer clinches first away win at Colgate, 1-0

By Jason Asvestopoulos October 20, 2024
The Boston University men’s soccer team, now the No. 1 seed in Patriot League standings, secured their third in-conference win at Colgate University, 1-0, on Saturday. 
Junior midfielder Mackenzie Stickleman (4) runs with the ball in a game against the Boston Dream on March 23. The Terriers won 3-0 in a game against Holy Cross on Wednesday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer keeps unbeaten streak alive with 3-0 win on the road against Holy Cross

By Eva Smith October 17, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team beat the College of the Holy Cross Crusaders on the road with a 3-0 shutout on Wednesday.
Sophomore midfielder Ciara Kennedy (5) faces senior Navy forward Alexa Riddle (4) during the women's soccer game on Oct. 5. The women’s soccer team tied Lafayette College 1-1 on Saturday and remains undefeated in Patriot League match-ups. KELLY BRODER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer steals 1-1 tie against Lafayette with late game dramatics

By Noah Berger October 16, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team maintained its undefeated status in the Patriot League on Saturday after a dramatic 1-1 draw against Lafayette College.
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