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Nickerson Field. On Friday, Boston University alumna and head women’s soccer coach Casey Brown announced she is stepping down from her position, effective immediately. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

After NCAA Tournament appearance, Casey Brown steps down as women’s soccer head coach

By Ava Malamut December 17, 2024
After three years as head coach of the Boston University women's soccer team, Casey Brown resigned from her position last Friday, effective immediately.
Senior forward Andrew Rent (11) and graduate student forward Aidan Bone (31) protect possession of the ball from two American University players during the men’s soccer game on Oct. 26. Bone had a breakout season with the Terriers this year after overcoming a season cancellation due to COVID-19, a position change and injury. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

After five seasons, Aidan Bone finds his stride as he exits the field

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor December 4, 2024
Aidan Bone wasn’t always the flashiest on the field, but his 2024 season marked a modest breakout five years overdue, as the Boston University men’s soccer team showed up for three postseasons in three years.
Junior midfielder Mackenzie Stickelman (4) runs for the ball in a game against Army West Point on Oct. 30. The Boston University women’s soccer season ended Friday after the team fell 4-1 to the University of Texas at Austin in the first round of the NCAA championship. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s soccer ends season on the road in NCAA Tournament loss against Texas, 4-1

By Julianna D’Amato November 17, 2024
The Boston University women’s soccer team fell on the road to No. 21 University of Texas at Austin, ending BU’s run in the first round of the NCAA championship.
Junior defender Quin DeLaMater (14) controls the ball during a game against American University on Oct. 26. The men’s soccer team lost to Colgate University in the Patriot League tournament semifinal on Tuesday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Men’s soccer loses PL Semi against Colgate despite 15-1 in shot attempts

By Gabby Church, Sports Editor November 13, 2024
Three hundred seventy-one days after the same fixture last season, the Boston University men’s soccer team faced off against Colgate University in the Patriot League tournament semifinal at Nickerson Field on Tuesday night.
Petition against the Boston National Women’s Soccer League’s team name, BOS Nation, on change.org. Katya Engalichev created the petition when the league launched their team name on Oct. 15, receiving over 1,800 signatures. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER.

‘Too Many Balls’ busted by BOS Nation backlash, team apologizes for controversial branding

By Lauren Albano, Editor-in-Chief November 13, 2024
A new women’s soccer franchise in Boston received criticism for its “boring” team name and controversial marketing campaign.
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).
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

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.
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