On this week’s episode of Live From West End, Sports Editor Aiden Rutman and Sports Podcast Producer Jonah Barbin are joined by Non-revenue Sports Specialist Jayce Pollard and Senior Staffer Dylan Tovitz. The episode begins with Pollard reflecting on a season in which Vanderbilt Bowling came up short. He talks about how NCAA Bowling has grown as a whole – the sport is in the best place it’s ever been. Tovitz then subs in to discuss a somewhat shaky baseball series in Oklahoma. Can the Commodores figure out how to piece together a lineup that makes them competitive with the best in the SEC?
PODCAST: VandyBoys struggle against Oklahoma and wrapping up the Vanderbilt Bowling season
On this week’s episode, Aiden and Jonah are joined by Non-revenue Sports Specialist Jayce Pollard and Senior Staffer Dylan Tovitz to discuss the end of the Vanderbilt Bowling season and the VandyBoys’ struggles against Oklahoma.
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)
Apr 16, 2025
About the Contributors
Aiden Rutman, Former Sports Editor
Aiden Rutman (‘25) was a student in Peabody College who majored in human and organizational development and minored in communication studies. He also 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. He loves playing sports, spending time outdoors and trying new foods. You can reach him at [email protected].
Jonah Barbin, Former Sports Podcast Producer
Jonah Barbin (‘25) majored in human and organizational development and cinema and media studies. In addition to writing about sports, you can catch him acting, scouring the fantasy football waiver wire, playing golf and fantasizing about what Odell Beckham Jr.’s career would have been if the Giants never traded him. You can reach him at [email protected].
Jayce Pollard, Former Non-revenue Sports Specialist
Jayce Pollard (‘25) was a student in the College of Arts and Sciences who studied political science and economics. Outside of writing for the Hustler, you can catch Jayce betting on sports, hating on the Arkansas Razorbacks and trying to maintain his Duolingo streak. He can be reached at [email protected].
Dylan Tovitz, Deputy Sports Editor
Dylan Tovitz (’28) is a first-year in the College of Arts and Science from Livingston, New Jersey. When he’s not contributing to student journalism, you’ll likely find him passionately cheering for the Yankees, Giants and Knicks. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Dylan enjoys staying active by playing baseball and tennis. You can reach him 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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