Athletics

NEW PALTZ, NY- SUNY New Paltz Athletic Director Stuart Robinson announced Douglas Herman as the interim sports information director for the upcoming year. Herman succeeds Janelle Feuz, who served the past three years as the sports information director at New Paltz before departing for SUNY Brockport.  Herman spent the last…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) announced the nation’s top 25 academic list…

NEW PALTZ, NY- SUNY New Paltz head softball coach Kristina Katori has announced her resignation after three…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s swimming team has added to their successful season with four swimmers earning the College Swimming Coaches Assoication of America (CSCAA) Scholar Award. To be selected to the All-American team, swimmers must qualify for the NCAA Championship and achieve a GPA of 3.5 or…

New Paltz, NY – SUNY New Paltz student-athletes set a high standard of excellence in the classroom for the spring 2009 semester…

Coach Dagan Nelson, the head men’s basketball coach at SUNY New Paltz, will be heading to Bosnia, Croatia, and Italy from June 2-June 11th, 2009 to coach a US team….

HUNTINGDON, Pa. – Lauren O’Donnell, a former two-time All-America swimmer and six-time NCAA championship qualifier with five years of collegiate coaching experience, has been named head women’s swimming coach at Juniata College…

The Department of Athletics, Wellness and Recreation will be hosting the second annual SUNY New Paltz Athletics Golf Tournament on Friday August 14, 2009….

The summer hours of operation for the Athletic and Wellness Center begin May 26 and end August 7th….

Thirteen female student-athletes and assistant coaches from across the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) participated in the third annual Women’s Coaching Symposium held on the campus of SUNY New Paltz from May 19-21….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team completed their first full season of…

SUNY New Paltz will be hosting MHAL and Section IX baseball and softball Championships over the next few weeks. …

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team concluded the 2009 season on a three game winning streak and finished with a 12-24 overall record and 3-9 in conference play.  The Hawks will be losing starting first baseman Tyler Terlecky, starting pitchers Jimmy Donohue and Jonathan Shanks and starting right…

Junior Lisa Cassaro and sophomore Joe Gentsch were named the 2008-09 cross country MVPs at the athletic ceremony held on May 6, 2009.  Both runners had a tremendous year for the Hawks…

The Donald Bishko award is given each year to the male and female student-athlete who had the highest grade point average at the conclusion of the fall semester. For the first time there was a tie for the female award between Jillian Cafarchio and Alyssa Finck….

The Donald Bishko award is given each year to the male and female student-athlete who had the highest grade point average at the conclusion of the fall semester….

The Donald Bishko award is given each year to the male and female student-athlete who had the highest grade point average at the conclusion of the fall semester….

Junior Stephen Cozzolongo and sophomore Marissa Morris were named the 2008-09 most valuable swimmers….

First year middle hitter Kevin Stross was named the 2009 most valuable player. He helped guide the team to a 22-13 record…

Junior point guard Nicole Sarcone was named the 2008-09 most valuable player as she helped the women’s basketball team to a 17-8 record as she started all 25 games….

Junior middle hitter Brittany Coyle was named the 2008 most valuable player as she helped lead the team to their first ever appearance in the NCAA Tournament and a trip to the Elite Eight….

First year Harris Wichard was named the 2008-09 most valuable player at the end of the year athletic ceremony held on May 6, 2009….

Senior goalkeeper Sarah Boccard was named the 2008 most valuable player …

Junior Melyssa Cilmi was named the 2009 most valuable player. Cilmi was a versatile player all year and saw time at centerfield, third base and finished the season at shortstop….

The Spirit of Michelle Vargas-Robin Memorial Award is presented to someone who is a team player with intangible qualities that contribute to the teams’ success – not necessarily the best player, but the most spirited….

Junior Anton Shipman was named the 2008 men’s soccer most valuable player for his leadership on and off the field for the second consecutive year….

Senior first baseman, Tyler Terlecky was named the 2008-09 recipient of the Floyd Paterson Award which is presented to the outstanding male student-athlete of the year….

The SUNY New Paltz field hockey team is hosting a clinic on Sunday June 14th from 1-4pm. The clinic is open to student grades fourth-eighth…

The Athletic Director’s Award is presented to a person or persons who, in the estimation of the Director, have provided dedicated service to the department. This year the award was presented to an individual and a group of people for their Hawk pride and school spirit at home basketball contests….

Senior Erica Ellis was named the Kenneth F. Burda Sportsmanship Award recipient. The award is presented to a student-athlete, who has participated for at least three years and who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, sportsmanship, citizenship, ethical conduct and leadership throughout his/her career, beyond that which is generally expected of student-athletes at New Paltz….

The Kenneth F. Burda Award is presented to a student-athlete, who has participated for at least three years and who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, sportsmanship, citizenship, ethical conduct and leadership throughout his/her career, beyond that which is generally expected of student-athletes at New Paltz….

This year’s Carol Eckman Award for outstanding contribution by a female student-athlete went to Dana Lim, a member of the women’s tennis team….

The Heinz Ahlmeyer Award is presented annually to a junior or senior athlete with at least two years of varsity participation whose dedication, perseverance and service throughout his or her athletic career at SUNY New Paltz has been an inspiration to both his/her teammates and fellow students….

The SUNY New Paltz Department of Athletics held their annual Athletic Ceremony on May 6th, 2009 and announced the winners of the prestigious Heinz Ahlmeyer, Carol Eckman, Floyd Patterson, Athletic Director’s, Kenneth F. Burda, Vargas-Robin Memorial and Donald Bishko awards…

Junior Kerri Serkes was awarded the tennis MVP for 2008/09 season at the athletic ceremony held on May 6, 2009….

Sophomore Brittany Bennett was awarded the lacrosse MVP for the 2009 season at the athletic ceremony held on May 6, 2009….

Sophomore Sarah Schloss was awarded the field hockey MVP for the 2008 season at the athletic ceremony held on May 6, 2009….

Junior Melyssa Cilmi was selected to the softball All-SUNYAC team for the second consecutive year….

In 2008-09, the men’s swim team re-wrote the record board with six new varsity records and one SUNYAC meet and conference record. The Hawks placed third at the SUNYAC Championship, their highest finish since 2003.

The 2008-09 season was highlighted by a fifth consecutive trip to the NCAA Championships for the Hawks as sophomores Marissa Morris and Christine Reith became the third and fourth individual swimmers to qualify in this decade….

The women’s softball team concluded the 2009 season with a .500 record at 19-19. New Paltz opened the season 4-0…..

On Saturday, April 25th, the Hawks Men’s soccer team hosted their annual alumni game to conclude their spring season….

The New Paltz cross country team competed in the Matthew Vassar Open on May 1st hosted by Vassar College…

REC it Out on Thursday May 7th from 1-4pm at the outdoor track. There will be free food, music, fitness contests and much more…

YAPHANK, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team conclude the 2009 season with a comeback behind win against Briarcliffe, 8-6, Wednesday evening at the Suffolk County Police Athletic League Complex…..

ONEONTA, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team finished their first season since 2003.  The Hawks fell to Oneonta 23-1 and conclude the season at 2-13 overall and 0-9 in the SUNYAC. Rebecca Monteith led the Red Dragons with seven goals and assisted on one goal.  Lauren Portnot netted five…

The Women’s Volleyball team will be hosting Youth Volleyball Night on Friday, May 1 from 5:30-8:00pm for kids ages 9-12 at the Athletic and Wellness Center….

The tennis team hosted the third annual New Paltz Tournament on Saturday and finished first out of six teams….

BRONX, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team swept Lehman College Sunday afternoon, 6-5 in game…

The men’s and women’s runners of New Paltz traveled to Troy, NY on Saturday to compete in the Capital District Classic hosted by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team fell to Fredonia, 16-5 Saturday afternoon…

ONEONTA, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team push for the SUNYAC Tournament came to end Saturday afternoon against the Red Dragons of Oneonta.  The Red Dragons swept the Hawks 6-0 in game one and 18-0 in game two. In game one, two Red Dragon pitchers combined for the shut out and scattering…

Sophomore Stephanie Schara picked up a 7-6 (4), 0-6, 11-9 win in the tiebreak at second singles and teamed up with senior Dana Lim for an 8-4 win at first doubles to help the Hawks to an 8-1 victory over Hunter College Friday afternoon…

The SUNY New Paltz softball team finished the season today against Union and fell to the Dutchwomen 6-2 in game one and 5-1 (9 innings) in game two. In game one, Devon Kelly was 2-for-3 with one RBI and Erin Fitzpatrick was 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI for the…

Elting Gym will closed after 3:00pm on Thursday, April 23…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team fell to visiting Vassar College, 15-5,…

Senior Tyler Terlecky finished 3-4 with two runs scored and four RBI Wednesday afternoon as the Hawks fell to visiting Old Westbury 19-9. New Paltz drops to 9-22 on the season….

The SUNY New Paltz softball team hosted Sage College Wednesday afternoon and swept the Gators 12-4 and 8-0….

The baseball game scheduled for today against Mt. St. Mary has been canceled due to inclement weather….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team hosted Oswego Tuesday evening and fell…

CORTLAND, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team finished up their weekend road trip at SUNY Cortland against the Red Dragons Sunday afternoon.  The Hawks ninth inning rally in game one fell short, losing 4-3 and fell 11-4 in game two. Mike Avery led the Red Dragons from the plate…

OSWEGO, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball traveled to Oswego Saturday afternoon and was able to split with the Lakers.  Oswego game one, 11-1 and the Hawks took the nightcap 7-2 to improve 9-19 overall and 3-5 in the SUNYAC. Zack Eason led the Lakers from the plate going 3-for-4…

CORTLAND, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team will visit conference opponent Cortland, Sunday at 12 p.m.  The game will be broadcasted on radio by the Red Dragons internet radio.  Click the link below for access to the game: http://www.cortlandreddragons.com/sports/2007/12/17/internetradio.aspx?id=63…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team fell to visiting Buffalo State, Saturday…

The SUNY New Paltz women’s tennis team traveled to Ithaca on Saturday and lost 8-1 to the Bombers. The Bombers are ranked 22nd in the Northeast Region according to the latest Intercollegiate Tennis Association. Senior Dana Lim (New City/Clarkstown South) and sophomore Stephanie Schara (Huntington/Kellenberg Memorial) combined for the lone New…

The New Paltz cross country team traveled to Connecticut College in New London, CT on Saturday to compete in the spring season Silfen Track & Field Invitational. Sophomore Joe Gentsch provided the best finish of the day as he placed second in the 1500 meters in a time of 4:10.12. Dan…

The SUNY New Paltz softball team traveled to Oswego Saturday afternoon and earned two wins against the Lakers, 11-3 and 9-8….

The SUNY New Paltz softball team hosted Morrisville Friday afternoon and swept the Mustangs 11-0 and 8-3. The Hawks improve to 15-17 on the season and 7-11 in conference play….

The SUNY New Paltz softball team traveled to Oneonta Wednesday afternoon and fell to the Red Dragons 4-2 and 6-2. The Hawks drop to 13-17 on the season and 5-11 in conference play….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team hosted cross town rival Vassar College Wednesday…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team hosted nationally ranked (#15) Cortland Tuesday…

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team visited cross town rival Vassar College Monday evening at Prentiss Field and fell 7-3 to the Brewers.  Scott Allen pitched a complete game for the win on the mound, allowing three runs, no earned, on six hits, walking five and striking…

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s tennis team hosted Union College and defeated the Dutchwomen 8-1.  The Hawks won all three double matches and five of the six single matches in the victory. Doubles: #1 Dana Lim/Stephanie Schara (NP) def. Kathleen Rucci/Brittany Miller (U), 8-6 #2 Lyndsey Lovinger/Kerri Serkes…

The SUNY New Paltz softball team split with Potsdam in a conference doubleheader Saturday afternoon as they fell 4-3 in the first before winning the nightcap 8-0….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team hosted non-conference St. Joe’s (LI) Saturday afternoon…

BROCKPORT, NY- The SUNY New Paltz women’s lacrosse team fell to host Brockport 20-10 Saturday afternoon. Brockport was led by Dayna Piraino with four goals and five assists and Karen Bianchi and Melissa Hill each tallied four goals for Brockport. The Hawks were led by sophomore Brittany Bennett (Smithtown, NY/Smithtown West)…

The SUNY New Paltz softball team traveled to Plattsburgh Friday afternoon for a conference doubleheader and were dominated by the Cardinals 11-1 and 10-2….

NEW PALTZ, NY- The SUNY New Paltz baseball team hosted the Bearcats from Baruch on Loren…

The baseball game tomorrow against St. Joe’s (LI) has been moved from its 12 p.m. start to 1 p.m. due to the weather….

The women’s tennis game tomorrow against Union has been moved to 2 p.m. due to the weather….

The baseball game scheduled for 3 p.m. tomorrow against Baruch as been moved to 12 p.m. due to weather in the late afternoon. …

There will be no Recreation swim Saturday, April 11 in Elting Pool.  We are sorry for this inconvenience….

In 2009, the men’s volleyball team posted a 22-13 record, improving their win total by 11 matches from the previous season. The Hawks finished 6-3 in the metro division and earned a bid into the 2009 NECVA Tournament as they #12 seed…

The SUNY New Paltz women’s tennis team lost its match at Stevens Institute of Technology, 6-3, on Wednesday. The Hawks lost all three doubles matched before claimed three of the six singles flights…

NEWBURGH, NY– The SUNY New Paltz baseball team traveled to Mount Saint Mary College Wednesday night for a game at Delano-Hitch Stadium.  The Hawks hitters lit-up the Blue Knights pitching for 20 runs on 16 hits in a 20-2 rout. The Hawks were led by freshman Mike Sherlock (Liverpool, NY/Cicero…