The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.
Since 1888
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.
RECENT SPORTS STORIES
SOCCER
Sedrick Alexander and Randon Fontenette celebrate after Vanderbilt upsets Virginia Tech, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Vince Lin)
'Dores Unlocked: The Hustler gets an inside scoop on Diego Pavia
Episode 2 of 'Dores Unlocked sees Jonah Barbin and Zach Phillip sit down with Javier Pavia and Adrian, Diego Pavia's brother and best friend.
By Jonah Barbin and Zach Philip • September 5, 2024
Vanderbilt gathers during their game against Columbia, as photographed on Aug. 30, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Alondra Moya)
Previewing the Plex: Kansas and Middle Tennessee
By Vincent Xu, Sports Copy Editor • September 3, 2024
Vanderbilt Soccer huddles together before its game, as photographed on August 30, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain)
Soccer: Vanderbilt defeats Columbia 3-0, extends unbeaten streak
By Grace Hall, Deputy Sports Writer • August 30, 2024
Linemen during practice, as captured on Aug. 22, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain)
'Dores Unlocked: Football preview with Errington Truesdell
By Aiden Rutman, Jonah Barbin and Zach Philip • August 29, 2024
FOOTBALL
Sedrick Alexander and Randon Fontenette celebrate after Vanderbilt upsets Virginia Tech, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Vince Lin)
'Dores Unlocked: The Hustler gets an inside scoop on Diego Pavia
Episode 2 of 'Dores Unlocked sees Jonah Barbin and Zach Phillip sit down with Javier Pavia and Adrian, Diego Pavia's brother and best friend.
By Jonah Barbin and Zach Philip • September 5, 2024
Quincy Skinner Jr. congratulated by teammates, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain)
Three Matchups to Watch: Vanderbilt vs. Alcorn State
By Owen Chiss and Nolawi Solomon • September 4, 2024
Diego Pavia celebrates with the crowd after leading Vanderbilt to a touchdown drive, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain)
Football: Red-hot Commodores bring in Week One accolades
By Aiden Rutman, Sports Editor • September 4, 2024
Randon Fontenette makes a tackle against Virginia Tech, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multumedia/Vince Lin)
SEC Power Rankings: ‘Dores on cloud nine, Gamecocks at rock bottom
By Legacy Henry and Alexander Cheng • September 4, 2024
Jesse Mirco punts the ball, as photographed on Aug 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Vince Lin)
Data ‘Dores: The Opener
By Jayce Pollard, Non-revenue Sports Specialist • September 3, 2024
CROSS COUNTRY
Vanderbilt Cross Country competes in the Belmont Opener, as photographed on Aug/ 30, 2024. (Vanderbilt Athletics)
Cross Country: Commodores start off strong at Belmont Opener
With its women earning gold and men earning silver, Vanderbilt started the 2024 season moving in the right direction.
By Katie Sasamoto-Kirusu, Staff Writer • September 2, 2024
Alumna Lily Williams competes in the women's cycling team pursuit at the Paris Olympics, as photographed on August 7, 2024. (Vanderbilt Athletics)
Olympics: Alumna Lily Williams wins gold in Paris, Veronica Fraley places 13th
By Henry Oelhafen, Deputy Sports Editor • August 8, 2024
The Hustler Sports staff has high hopes for Vanderbilt Athletics in 2024.(Hustler Multimedia/Lexie Perez)
Bold predictions for Vanderbilt Athletics in 2024
By Vanderbilt Hustler Sports Staff • December 31, 2023
A Vanderbilt runner chases the pack in the 5k, as photographed on Sept. 1, 2023. (Hustler Multimedia/Barrie Barto)
2023 Season Recap: Vanderbilt Cross Country
By Jayce Pollard, Assistant Sports Specialist • November 21, 2023
ADMINISTRATION
Vanderbilt's sellout crowd, as photographed on Aug. 31, 2024. (Hustler Multimedia/Miguel Beristain)
BREAKING: Vanderbilt Athletics closes entrance to student section
Vanderbilt Football's season-opener, a sellout game against Virginia Tech, has reached uncharted territory.
By Aiden Rutman, Sports Editor • August 31, 2024
Vanderbilt Athletics and Jackalope announced Conquer and Prevail, a co-crafted beer between both entities, on Aug. 26, 2024. (Vanderbilt Athletics)
Administration: Vanderbilt Athletics releases Conquer and Prevail Pale Ale
By Aiden Rutman, Sports Editor • August 26, 2024
Andrew Wilf, Anish Mago and Sam Curtis sitting in the podcast studio, as photographed on April 24, 2024. (Hustler Staff/Henry Oelhafen)
FINAL PODCAST: Seniors bid farewell
By Andrew Wilf, Anish Mago and Sam Curtis • April 24, 2024
Mark Byington walks at his opening press conference on March 28, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Vanderbilt Athletics)
WILF: Why the Mark Byington hire should bring donors back to Vanderbilt Men’s Basketball
By Andrew Wilf, Sports Editor • April 19, 2024
FEATURES
De'Rickey Wright kneels before a football game. (Hustler Multimedia/Lexie Perez)
De’Rickey Wright: Playing for something more
Wright, now a fifth-year player, shares his journey and the love that’s kept him coming back to West End.
By Grace Hall, Deputy Sports Editor • September 2, 2024
Amanda Naujokas has been a staple of Vanderbilt Bowling for four years. Now preparing to graduate, the senior reflects on her time in Nashville. (Hustler Multimedia/Lexie Perez)
Human and Champion: Getting to know Amanda Naujokas
By Jayce Pollard, Assistant Sports Specialist • May 2, 2024
Calvin Hewett has played at Vanderbilt for four years. Now, he tries to lead them to the College World Series once again. (Hustler Multimedia/Lexie Perez)
Calvin Hewett: The antidote to the portal
By Sam Curtis, Deputy Sports Editor • May 1, 2024
Vanderbilt's student managers smile for photos together. (Hustler Multimedia/Lexie Perez)
Hard work and rewards: the student managers of Vanderbilt Baseball
By Andrew Wilf, Sports Editor • April 30, 2024
LIVE FROM WEST END
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)
Andrew Wilf, Anish Mago and Sam Curtis sitting in the podcast studio, as photographed on April 24, 2024. (Hustler Staff/Henry Oelhafen)
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)
Live From West End is a weekly podcast presented by Hustler Sports. (Hustler Multimedia/Alexa White)