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The Vanderbilt Hustler

The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.
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The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler

The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler

The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.

PODCAST: Football wins, mixed results from basketball, plus Soccer with Sam

In Episode 12 of Live from West End, the crew delves further into the Athletic Equinox to discuss football’s win, men’s and women’s basketball and soccer’s tournament run.
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Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)

The Athletic Equinox on West End continues thanks to soccer’s victory over No. 5-seeded Clemson. This week, Sports Copy Editor Sam Curtis and Deputy Sports Editor Andrew Wilf join Sports Podcast Producer Aiden Rutman and Sports Editor Bryce Smith in the studio. The crew breaks down football’s win against formerly ranked Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. They discuss men’s basketball’s  the differences  between their loss against Southern Mississippi and their win at Temple. They continue with women’s basketball, and the success that Shea Ralph’s squad has found during their 4-0 start. They end with everyone’s favorite segment, Soccer with Sam. The team discusses what Vanderbilt must do to reach the program’s first DI Women’s Soccer Championship’s sweet sixteen.

Further Reading 

Memorial Minutes: Cementing a Winning Culture: In just two years, Shea Ralph’s fiery demeanor has transformed this program from SEC laughing stock to a sleeping giant starting to wrestle awake. Don’t tell her that’s a sign of progress, though.

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About the Contributors
Aiden Rutman, Senior Staff Writer
Aiden Rutman (‘25) is a student in Peabody College majoring in human and organizational development and minoring in communication studies. He formerly produced The Hustler’s sports podcast, Live from West End. In addition to writing and podcasting, Aiden is an avid New York sports fan, and he loves playing sports, spending time outdoors and trying new foods. You can reach him at [email protected].
Bryce Smith, Former Sports Editor
Bryce Smith ('23) is majoring in human and organizational development in Peabody College with a minor in business. Bryce previously wrote for SBNation before joining The Hustler. Hailing from Chicago, Bryce is a die-hard Bears and Cubs fan who is also hoping that the Bulls and Blackhawks may one day rekindle their dominance. He can be reached at [email protected].    
Sam Curtis, Deputy Sports Editor
Sam Curtis (’24) is from Wallingford, Conn., majoring in human and organizational development and French and minoring in data science in Peabody College. He was previously Assistant Sports Editor and Sports Copy Editor. When not writing for The Hustler, he cheers on the Philadelphia Eagles, the 76ers and Leeds United. Outside of sports, he enjoys traveling and learning about history and philosophy. He can be reached at [email protected].    
Andrew Wilf, Sports Editor
Andrew Wilf (’24) is Sports Editor for The Vanderbilt Hustler. He is from Livingston, N.J., and is majoring in history and minoring in business. He joined the sports staff his freshman year, previously serving as a Staff Writer, Assistant Sports Editor and Deputy Sports Editor. Beyond writing for The Hustler, he is also the host of Anchor Analysis, Commodore Clash and Live From West End. In his free time, Andrew enjoys watching the NFL and playing golf. He can be reached at [email protected].
Alexa White, Former Graphics Director
Alexa White ('23) is from Traverse City, Michigan, and is double-majoring in secondary education and English. When she isn't writing for The Hustler, she is probably teaching, reading or creating art. After graduation, Alexa plans to be an English teacher and hopes to inspire kids to love reading, writing and exploring their creativity in all forms. She can be reached at [email protected].
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