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

The Vanderbilt Hustler
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University.
Live Updates: BDS Kirkland sit-in and ongoing protests.

Robbie Weinstein, Author

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Reed Hayes (24) and Alonzo Jones (8) warming up for a tough series matchup in April. (Ziyi Liu)

Three takeaways: Vanderbilt blows late lead to Tennessee

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
April 30, 2017
Sam Dobbs (left) and Ean Pfeifer (right)

Sam Dobbs leads efforts as Commodore football sorority video goes viral

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
April 24, 2017
Photo courtesy of Joe Howell/Vanderbilt Athletics

Commodores top off intense regular season with SEC title

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
April 17, 2017
Vanderbilt defeated No. 12 Florida 2-0 on April 14, 2017 at Hawkins Field.

Three thoughts: Wright dominates as Commodores take Game 2 over Florida

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
April 14, 2017
Three up, three down: Commodores take series over Texas A&M

Three up, three down: Commodores take series over Texas A&M

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 27, 2017
Five takeaways: Dores take series opener vs. Texas A&M

Five takeaways: ‘Dores take series opener vs. Texas A&M

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 25, 2017
Vanderbilts Nolan Cressler reacts after the Commodores lost to Northwestern 68-66 in the NCAA tournament first round on March 16, 2017.

Five thoughts: Commodores fall to Northwestern in instant classic

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 17, 2017
Joe Toye (2) and Vanderbilt as the buzzer sounded on the Commodores SEC tournament semifinal defeat to Arkansas on March 11, 2017 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.

Five thoughts: Arkansas eliminates Commodores from SEC tournament

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 11, 2017
Commodores top Gators in overtime, advance to SEC semifinals

Commodores top Gators in overtime, advance to SEC semifinals

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 10, 2017
Vanderbilts defense vs. Florida small-ball key to quarterfinal win

Vanderbilt’s defense vs. Florida small-ball key to quarterfinal win

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 10, 2017
Five thoughts: Vanderbilt advances to SEC quarterfinals

Five thoughts: Vanderbilt advances to SEC quarterfinals

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 9, 2017
Vanderbilt lost to Tennessee 67-65 in a heartbreaker in the Second Round of the 2016 SEC Tournament at Bridgestone Arena Nashville, TN.

SEC tournament preview: Can Vanderbilt take home the crown?

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
March 9, 2017
February 25, 2017 – Riley LaChance (13) and Jeff Roberson (11) celebrate during the Commodores 77-48 win against Mississippi State Saturday afternoon in Memorial Gym.

With Kentucky and Florida on deck, Commodores’ NCAA chances hang in the balance

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 28, 2017
February 25th, 2017 – Fans sing the alma mater after the Commodores 77-48 win against Mississippi State Saturday afternoon in Memorial Gym.

SEC men’s basketball power rankings: week of February 27

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 27, 2017
Nolan Cressler (24) as Vanderbilt defeated South Carolina 71-62 at Memorial Gym February 18, 2017.

From midnight conversations to nightly buckets, Cressler helps lead Commodores

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 20, 2017
Joe Toye (2) as Vanderbilt defeated South Carolina 71-62 at Memorial Gym February 18, 2017.

Five thoughts: Vanderbilt scratches out win over No. 21 Gamecocks

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 20, 2017
Joe Toye as Vanderbilt was stunned 71-70 against Arkansas at Memorial Gym January 24, 2017.

With loss to Mizzou, Commodores’ backs are against the wall

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 13, 2017
SEC mens basketball power rankings: week of February 6

SEC men’s basketball power rankings: week of February 6

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 6, 2017
Five thoughts: Ole Miss shoots by Commodores

Five thoughts: Ole Miss shoots by Commodores

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
February 6, 2017
Commodores face new matchup, same unfriendly venue at Texas A&M

Commodores face new matchup, same unfriendly venue at Texas A&M

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 31, 2017
Riley LaChance as Vanderbilt was stunned 71-70 against Arkansas at Memorial Gym January 24, 2017.

Commodores blow lead, suffer heartbreaking loss to Arkansas

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 25, 2017
January 10, 2017 – Riley LaChance (13) attempts a layup during the Commodores 87-81 loss to Kentucky in Memorial Gym.

With the right approach, Vanderbilt can roast the Hogs

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 23, 2017
January 10, 2017 – Coach Bryce Drew argues with a ref during the Commodores 87-81 loss to Kentucky in Memorial Gym.

SEC men’s basketball power rankings: week of Jan. 23

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 23, 2017
Luke Kornet (3) as Vanderbilt lost to rival Tennessee 87-75 at Memorial Gym January 14, 2017. (Ziyi Liu)

Tennessee shoots down Commodores, 87-75

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 14, 2017
Matthew Fisher-Davis (5) argues a call as Vanderbilt lost to #6 Kentucky 87-81 at Memorial Gym January 10, 2016.

Despite losing, disciplined game bodes well for Commodores

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 11, 2017
Ziyi Liu

To upset Kentucky, Commodores must let it fly

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 9, 2017
SEC basketball power rankings: January 5

SEC basketball power rankings: January 5

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 5, 2017
Riley LaChance (13) during Vanderbilts 62-54 win against Auburn at Memorial Gym January 6, 2015.

Auburn defense presents challenges, opportunities for Commodores

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
January 3, 2017
Ziyi Liu

COLUMN: Key win at LSU presents opportunity for Vanderbilt

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 30, 2016
Vanderbilt returned to the scene of its 2016 NCAA tournament loss to Wichita State on Wednesday, falling to Dayton 68-63.

Vanderbilt falls to Dayton in defensive snoozer

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 21, 2016
Vanderbilt hosts Dayton at Memorial Gymnasium on December 9, 2015.

Toughness key for Vanderbilt in visit to Dayton

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 21, 2016
Vanderbilt defeated the NC State Wolfpack 28-24 in the Franklin American Mortgage Music City Bowl on Dec. 31, 2012. The win placed the Commodores at 9-4 for the season and was its seventh straight win, the longest win steak for the team since 1945.

Behind enemy lines: North Carolina State

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 15, 2016
Vanderbilt and MTSU last met in December 2012, but the Dores last win in the series came at home in January of that same year. (Beck Friedman)

Turnovers, transition game key as ‘Dores enter pivotal stretch

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 8, 2016
Commodores tame High Point Panthers, set school record for threes

Commodores tame High Point Panthers, set school record for threes

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
December 6, 2016
Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee at Vanderbilt Stadium 11/29/14

Commodores ready for next step against Tennessee

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 25, 2016
Oren Burks (20) intercepts a pass during the first half as Vanderbilt trailed the Ole Miss Rebels 13-3 September 26, 2015 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Oxford, MS.

Behind enemy lines: Ole Miss

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 17, 2016
SEC football power rankings: Week 12

SEC football power rankings: Week 12

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 17, 2016
The Vanderbilt Commodores defeat the Belmont Bruins in basketball on November 15, 2016.

Five thoughts: Vanderbilt beats Belmont for Drew’s first win

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 16, 2016
Five thoughts: Dores sunk by Marquette in opener

Five thoughts: ‘Dores sunk by Marquette in opener

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 12, 2016
Vanderbilt defeats Missouri 10-3 at Dudley Field on October 24, 2015.

Behind enemy lines: Missouri

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 10, 2016
Fans storm the court after Vanderbilt defeated #16 Kentucky 74-62 February 27, 2016.

SEC men’s basketball preseason power rankings

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 9, 2016
Marquette guard Haanif Cheatham will be a tough cover for the Commodores in their season opener. Photo credit: Mike Carpenter/Marquette Wire

Behind enemy lines: Marquette

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 9, 2016
Auburn defensive end Carl Lawson (55) makes a move on Clemson tackle Mitch Hyatt (75) in the second half. Auburn vs Clemson on Saturday, September 3 in Auburn, AL. Photo credit: Adam Sparks

Behind enemy lines: Auburn

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
November 1, 2016
Darren Ambrose talks with the Commodores as they stretch before a game. (Hustler Multimedia/Ziyi Liu)

Trailblazing Commodores prepare for Arkansas in SEC tournament

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
October 31, 2016
Image credit: YouTube/Paramount Pictures

Hustler staff World Series roundtable

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
October 25, 2016
Joe Howell/Vanderbilt Athletics

Freshman Payton Willis prepared for major role with Commodores

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
October 17, 2016
Trent Sherfield dives for the end zone but was marked short during Vanderbilts 31-14 loss against Georgia, as photographed on September 12, 2015. (Hustler Multimedia/Ziyi Liu)

Behind enemy lines: Georgia

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
October 13, 2016
Behind enemy lines: Kentucky

Behind enemy lines: Kentucky

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
October 6, 2016
Zach Cunningham (41) during Vanderbilts 34-10 loss against Florida at Vanderbilt Stadium November 8, 2014.

Behind Enemy Lines: Florida

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 29, 2016
Vanderbilt defeats Middle Tennessee State with a final score of 47-24 at Vanderbilt Stadium, September 10, 2016.

Behind Enemy Lines: Georgia Tech

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 15, 2016
The Commodores take the field before Vanderbilt defeated the MTSU Blue Raiders 47-24 at Vanderbilt Stadium September 10, 2016.

Commodore football’s 2017 schedule released

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 13, 2016
Damian Jones (30) blocks a shot during the first half of Vanderbilts matchup against the Florida Gators at Memorial Gym February 3, 2015.

Commodore Conversation: Damian Jones

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 11, 2016
Ralph Webb (7) runs the game winning touchdown during Vanderbilts 17-13 win against Middle Tennessee State University October 3, 2015.

Behind Enemy Lines: MTSU

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 8, 2016
Wade Baldwin

EXCLUSIVE: Wade Baldwin IV gets candid, talks Vanderbilt and Grizzlies

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
September 5, 2016
September 21, 2014: Vanderbilt took on the USC Gamecocks in Dudley Stadium. The game ended in an unfortunate Commodore loss with a score of 48-34.

Behind Enemy Lines: South Carolina

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
August 30, 2016
Bryce Drew is introduced as Vanderbilt Mens Basketball Head Coach April 6. 2016

From one VU to another

By Robbie Weinstein, Sports Editor
April 29, 2016

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