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Volleyball wins two of first four games
September 15, 2016

After winning their season opener at Morrisville State three sets to two, the Hamilton volleyball team went 1-2 this past weekend at the University of Rochester Volleyball Invitational to finish the week with a 2-2 record. The Continentals would be 1-3, however, if not for a thrilling comeback victory against St. John Fisher in the second match of the tournament.  Down two sets to none, things looked dismal early for Hamilton. The visiting Cardinals were having their way with the Continentals, allowing just 34 points through the first two sets. Yet, the home team was able to rally together, winning sets three (25-17) and four (25-20) to narrowly force a decisive fifth set. Playing with all the momentum, the Continentals had no problem finishing the comeback, jumping out to an early 7-2 lead before finishing the deal by a score of 15-8. Comebacks of this nature do not happen everyday. In fact, Saturday’s match was just the first match since October of last season in which the Continentals were able to recover from an 0-2 deficit and win.  More ...

Weather shortens canoe race but Hamilton boats persevere
September 15, 2016

The art of canoeing is one of subtlety, poise and determination. Those who associate the sport with leisurely summer days spent intermittently lily-dipping a plastic oar into flat water have never experienced the strain of battling through headwinds, the pressure of navigating a boat through precarious obstacles or the grim awareness of inclement weather in the middle of an unfriendly lake.  Misconceptions about canoeing reach beyond just the environment of the sport. It is common to see an otherwise capable athlete, accustomed to the certainties of solid ground, grasp a paddle fist over fist—as one would a lacrosse stick or tennis racket—and subsequently take a T-grip to the mouth.  More ...

Tufts study confirms NESCAC football players still football players
September 15, 2016

Recently, researchers at the Tufts University School of Medicine performed a study in which they tracked the weight of NESCAC football players from 1956 to 2014. The key findings of the study were as follows: the average weight of offensive linemen in the conference increased almost 38 percent across the 59 years studied. In comparison, the average 20-29 year-old male in 2014 weighed 12 percent more than the average male of 1956. Skill position players (i.e. quarterbacks, wide receivers, kickers and defensive backs) experienced a change in weight that did not represent a statistically significant difference from the change in the general population; meanwhile defensive linemen and tight ends grew at similar rates to offensive linemen. While there was an overall increase in the height of offensive linemen, likely due to a higher level of competition in recruiting, the increase was small (3.8 percent); the average body mass index (BMI) of the offensive linemen studied was just 26 in 1956 but was approaching 34 when studied in 2014.  More ...

Continentals compete at St. Lawrence Golf Invitational
September 8, 2016

The Hamilton College men’s golf team began its season on Saturday, Sept. 3 with a two-day invitational on the Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course in Canton, NY. This golf match, hosted by St. Lawrence University, consisted of 12 teams scattered throughout New York State.  At the end of day one, Hamilton College finished with a score of 310, which tied them for second place with New York University. Hamilton College finished at 22 over par (310), barely trailing Clarkson University with a score of 18 over par (306).  More ...

Women’s soccer falls to Williams
September 8, 2016

The Hamilton women’s soccer team suffered a defeat in its first game at the hands of defending NESCAC champion, Williams. The Ephs, currently ranked number one in the nation in Division III women’s soccer, scored three goals, two in the second half, while shutting out the Hamilton offense. Alison Lu ’20 bookended the scoring for the Ephs, finding the back of the net in the 32nd and 67th minutes, and Kristi Kirshe ’17 scored in the 61st. Lu’s two goals were unassisted, with the second coming on a penalty kick, while Natalie Turner-Wyatt ’19 and Natasha Albaneze ’18 registered assists on Kirshe’s goal. Olivia Barnhill ’19 posted a solid performance in net for the Ephs, making six saves to secure a shutout.  More ...

Athletic department says a heartfelt goodbye to TJ Davis and Angel Mason
September 8, 2016

The Hamilton Athletic Department is seeing significant shifts this semester as it is losing two prominent staff members: Associate Director of Athletics Angel Mason, and swim coach TJ Davis.  Mason sent out her letter of resignation at the start of the fall semester. Her last day will be on Sept. 9th and she will be leaving for her new position as Senior Athletic Director at Pomona College. Hind said that in her email to the department, Mason explained that she “enjoyed her time at Hamilton and is thankful for the responsibilities she had across the campus,” that she had “grown a lot” and was leaving for “personal and professional desires.” Hind explained that “[Mason] came from CalTech, so I think she wanted to get back.”  More ...

Strong performance at golf season opener
September 8, 2016

Hamilton’s women’s golf team put on an impressive display at the St. Lawrence Invitational Tournament this weekend. The tournament, which commenced on Saturday, Sept. 3 and ended on Sunday, Sept. 4, took place at St. Lawrence’s home course, the Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course, in Canton, NY. Ten New York State schools participated in the tournament, Hamilton’s first of the year.  More ...

Cross country excels across the board
September 8, 2016

Running hundreds of miles under a beating sun may not be the typical relaxing summer vacation, but for the members of the cross country team, it is all about the end goal. Coming off a season of both individual and team accomplishments, both the men’s and the women’s teams look to use their achievement as a springboard towards bigger and better things. The program hopes to continue fostering a strong work ethic and leadership traits among its athletes—a recipe that has played out well in the past. Along with a core group of returning runners, both teams bring in a bounty of first-year support.  More ...

Hamilton rowing excited to hit the water
September 8, 2016

The Hamilton College rowing team’s first regatta is not until October, but the Continentals are already getting ready for the new season. The team is looking to build on its success from last year: in May, the Continentals competed in the 2016 National Invitational Men’s and Women’s Rowing Championships. Two clear highlights from the event were the team’s claiming a silver medal in the third-level final of the varsity eight and the men earning a bronze medal in the open fours. That day, head coach Rob Weber exclaimed, “I can honestly say I don’t think I’ve ever been this excited for the future at the end of a spring season. I can’t wait for Sept. 13 and the first day of our fall season!”  More ...

Young talent to lead women's golf
September 1, 2016

The Hamilton Women’s golf team returns six of its seven members from the 2015-16 season, including its top three scorers. While the team will miss the presence of captain Liz Morris’16, the six returners are joined by two freshmen to round out a roster of eight. Returning for the Continentals are Charlotte Chandler ’17, Rui Osaka ’17, Molly Pivirotto ’18, Katie Veasey ’17, Libbie Warner ’19, and Electra Washburn ’19. Annie Mclanahan ’20 and Winda Wanikpun ’20 join the squad and look to make an impact right away. More ...

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