Basketball Is Back And In Style
Michael Panteleo, Impact Staff
November 8, 2018
Filed under Sports
After playing home games away from campus, the men’s basketball team will now play their home games at Mercy College’s new gym in Victory Hall. Coach Michael Maczko and the Mavericks will open up their season on Nov. 12 against Felician. The Mavericks are excited to get back on the court...
Women’s Basketball Building On Last Season’s Improvement
Ellis Joshua, Impact Staff
November 7, 2018
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After a season that saw the Mercy Mavericks Women’s basketball team double their win total from the previous year, the Lady Mavericks look to carry the success of last year into the new season. The team welcomes four new players to the team ahead of the 2018-19 season, all of which are freshmen....
Rebecca Conway And The Lady Mavs Receive Another NCAA Berth
Michael Panteleo, Impact Staff
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports
Captain of the 12-3-1 Mercy College women's soccer team, Rebecca Conway and the Mavericks are in the middle of another phenomenal season as runner ups in the conference tournament and another NCAA tournament berth. Rebecca has been on the Mercy College soccer team for all four seasons...
Men’s Soccer on a roll; Jumps to 17 in Ranking
Ellis Joshua, Impact Staff
October 12, 2018
Filed under Sports
After the Mercy Mavericks Men’s soccer team defeated Molly College 4-1, they are now off to their best start since 1989 through the first nine games of the season. The team has a record of 7-1-1 with a big game against LIU Post coming up this Saturday. With the win against Molloy the Mavericks are...
Field Hockey Snaps Five Game Losing Streak
Michael Panteleo, Impact Staff
October 12, 2018
Filed under Sports
The Mercy College women’s field hockey team just got the biggest win of the season after snapping a five-game losing streak after winning an overtime thriller against St. Thomas Aquinas college on Oct. 10. Senior Alicia Williams made the goal in over time for the Mavericks giving them the much-needed...
Mercy Ready To Unveil New Gym
Ellis Joshua, Impact Staff
October 3, 2018
Filed under Sports
After renovations to the Mercy College Gym in Victory Hall for two years, it is finally set open up in October. It’s something that most of the athletes and students have been waiting a long time for. The new gym was set to be completed by August of 2018, but after a slight delay, the first week...
Baseball Looks For First Playoff Berth Since 2010 Behind Mooradian
Jess Brandt, Sports Editor
April 24, 2018
Filed under Sports
The Mercy College Baseball team has far surpassed their record from previous years and are on their way towards their first playoff run since 2010. The Mavericks are currently 19-21 over and 8-8 in conference play. Leading the Mavericks is sophomore captain John Mooradian. Mooradian has been a ba...
Mavericks Hope for Championship Behind MacSpadyen
Jess Brandt, Sports Editor
March 21, 2018
Filed under Sports
The Mercy College men’s lacrosse team is off to a strong start to their 2018 season. Coming in at 6-1 on the season and ranked No. 15 nationally, the Mavericks have high hopes of post season play. Leading the Mavericks is junior Ryan MacSpadyen. Born and raised in Canada, Ryan has been playing lacr...
Team Work Makes the Dream Work
Jess Brandt, Sports Editor
March 20, 2018
Filed under Sports
The Mercy College Women’s Lacrosse team is off to a stellar start of their 2018 season. The Mavericks are currently 6-1 and are currently ranked No. 9 in the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Poll. Though talent and skill is a big factor in winning games, the three captains ...
Maverick Softball Hopes for Repeat Behind Lloyd
Jess Brandt, Sports Editor
February 14, 2018
Filed under Sports
With their first ever NCAA Tournament appearance and East Coast Conference Championship in 2017, the Mercy College Softball team looks to improve on its historic season. Leading the Mavericks is senior captain and outfielder Morgan Lloyd. Starting at a young age, Lloyd knew softball was going to be in...
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