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Sam Curtis, Sports Copy Editor

Sam Curtis (‘24) is a student in Peabody College with majors in Human and Organizational Development and French and a minor in Data Science. You can reach him at [email protected].

   

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Spencer Jones celebrates scoring a run against Texas A&M with his teammates on Saturday, April 30, 2022.

VandyBoys drop series, fall to No. 21 Texas A&M 12-4

April 30, 2022
Javier Vaz gives out a high-five as he jogs off the field.

Javier Vaz: From JUCO to the College World Series

April 27, 2022
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PODCAST: VandyBoys take two of three, another open men’s basketball scholarship

April 27, 2022
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PODCAST: Volleyball is Back, Men’s Basketball Roster Update

April 20, 2022
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PODCAST: Struggling on the diamond, previewing the Spring game

April 13, 2022
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PODCAST: What went wrong against Tennessee? Where do the VandyBoys go from here?

April 6, 2022
Senior Gabriela Seberger gives a high-five during Vanderbilt swimmings meet against Tennessee on January 20, 2022.

Swimming: Wrapping up the Commodores’ season

April 4, 2022
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PODCAST: Wrapping up Men’s Basketball, WNIT Preview

March 23, 2022
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PODCAST: Postseason Victories on the Hardwood

March 18, 2022
Shea Ralph addresses her team before their senior night game against Florida on Feb. 24, 2022.

Vanderbilt women’s basketball receives at-large bid to WNIT, first postseason action of Shea Ralph’s tenure

March 15, 2022
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PODCAST: Vanderbilt Men’s and Women’s Basketball Dancing in the NIT

March 14, 2022
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PODCAST: Shea Ralph’s First SEC Tournament Win, More Men’s Basketball Heartbreak

March 4, 2022
Iyana Moore has had an outstanding rookie year, demonstrating to fans the quality of basketball they can expect for years to come.

Iyana Moore: Foreshadowing the Future of Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball

March 1, 2022
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PODCAST: Heartbreaker on the Hardwood, First Impressions of the VandyBoys

February 23, 2022
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PODCAST: VandyBoys are Back, A Trip to Face Auburn

February 15, 2022
Freshman guard Shane Dezonie drives to the basket against Missouri in the Commodores matchup on Feb. 8, 2022.

Memorial Minutes: Finishing Strong

February 15, 2022
Vanderbilt infielder Dominic Keegan stomps home plate after a home run against Kentucky on May 20, 2022.

The VandyBoys are Back: Full 2022 Roster Preview

February 13, 2022
Vanderbilt junior Scotty Pippen Jr. driving through the lane against Missouri in the Commodores matchup on Feb. 8, 2022.

Vanderbilt men’s basketball outlasts Missouri, wins their second straight game, 70-62

February 8, 2022
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PODCAST: Liam Robbins Returns, Vanderbilt Women Nearly Pull Upset

February 4, 2022
Vanderbilt freshman Sacha Washington attempts a hook shot in Vanderbilts win over Auburn on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022.

Women’s basketball stifles Auburn 81-66, wins second SEC game in a row

January 30, 2022
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PODCAST: State of the Men’s Basketball Program, Previewing South Carolina

January 25, 2022
Junior guard Scotty Pippen Jr. walks down the court against Tennessee on Jan. 18, 2022.

Memorial Minutes: Missing Chatman and Robbin(s)

January 24, 2022
Freshman guard Iyana Moore drives left against Tennessee on Jan. 13, 2022.

Memorial Minutes: Heating Up in the Cold

January 16, 2022
Edit of sophomore guard Tyrin Lawrence, made by Emery Little

Overcoming adversity and a drive to succeed: Tyrin Lawrence’s bounce-back story

December 2, 2021
Myles Stute scored 20 points against MVSU on Nov. 29, 2021.

Vanderbilt rolls over Mississippi Valley State, 75-36, improves to 5-1

November 29, 2021
Jordan Wright lay up against VCU

Men’s basketball tarnishes undefeated record, loses to VCU 48-37

November 17, 2021
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PODCAST: Recapping a Pair of Vanderbilt Basketball Victories

November 11, 2021
Vanderbilt huddled

Shea Ralph era begins with a 75-59 victory, Brinae Alexander shines

November 9, 2021
Womens Golf Had a Promising Third Day at The Ally

Women’s Golf: Commodores finish 10th at The Ally, wrap up fall season

November 1, 2021
Sophomore Kate Devine has had an impressive start to the season

A Devine start to a successful college career

October 11, 2021
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PODCAST: Head coach Darren Ambrose joins the show, UConn talk

September 30, 2021
Vanderbilt soccer earned an important win on Sunday, beating SEC-opponent Alabama. (Vanderbilt Athletics).

Vanderbilt earns much-needed win, bests Alabama Crimson Tide 3-0

September 26, 2021
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PODCAST: Candice Lee joins the Hustler Sports 30

September 9, 2021
Vanderbilt soccer dropped its third game of the season on a rainy Sunday in Nashville. (Vanderbilt Athletics).

Vanderbilt soccer adds to campus melancholy, loses to No. 23 Pepperdine 4-1

September 5, 2021
Madiya Harriott plays the ball forward in a loss to No. 5 Duke. (Vanderbilt Athletics).

Vanderbilt soccer puts up a fight, but loses to No. 5 Duke 2-0

August 29, 2021
Vanderbilt soccer started its preseason practices this past week in preparation for their first exhibition match on Sunday. (Vanderbilt Athletics)

2021 Season Preview: Vanderbilt Soccer

August 7, 2021
Despite tearing his UCL after his sophomore season, Fisher had a strong senior campaign and will now bring his talents to Arizona. (Vanderbilt Athletics).

2021 MLB Draft: Hugh Fisher drafted 288th overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks

July 12, 2021
Vanderbilt catcher CJ Rodriguez points to the dugout after his double against UConn, one of his four hits on the day.

2021 MLB Draft: CJ Rodriguez drafted 158th overall by the Oakland Athletics

July 12, 2021
Vanderbilt reliever Luke Murphy was selected _____ Monday in the 2021 MLB Draft. (Vanderbilt Athletics).

2021 MLB Draft: Luke Murphy drafted 110th overall by the Los Angeles Angels

July 12, 2021
Patrick Reilly came off his mound to make a diving catch against Kentucky. (Twitter/@VandyBoys).

VandyBoys lose 7-5 in heartbreaking fashion, miss out on SEC East crown

May 22, 2021
Jack Leiter pitches during an 11-8 loss to the Florida Gators. (Twitter/@VandyBoys).

Press Conference Notes: Corbin gives Leiter update, talks team injuries

May 13, 2021
Vanderbilt soccers historic season came to a close on Saturday after a 2-0 loss to Penn State in the NCAA Tournament. (Twitter/@VandySoccer).

Vanderbilt soccer falls short in NCAA Tournament, loses 2-0 to Penn State

May 1, 2021
Kumar Rocker against South Carolina on March 19, 2021. (Twitter/@VandyBoys)

Press Conference Notes: Corbin, Rocker discuss star pitchers’ relationship, upcoming Florida series

April 28, 2021
Enrique Bradfield Jr. runs to first base in Vanderbilts 4-2 win over UIC. (Hustler Multimedia/Truman McDaniel).

Press Conference Notes: Corbin, Keegan praise VandyBoys, preview Mississippi State

April 22, 2021
Shea Ralph at her introductory press conference. (Twitter/@VandyWBB)

Everything head women’s basketball coach Shea Ralph said at her introductory press conference

April 14, 2021
Clark Lea at the first official spring practice of 2021. (Twitter/@VandyFootball)

Press Conference Notes: Lea shows confidence in coaching staff, excitement for season ahead of second scrimmage

April 8, 2021
Christian Little pitches against UT-Martin on April 6, 2020. (Twitter/@VandyBoys)

VandyBoys pull out close 5-4 win over UT-Martin Skyhawks

April 6, 2021
Dylan Disu in Vanderbilts first SEC victory of 2020-21 over South Carolina. (Hustler Multimedia/Hunter Long)

Jerry Stackhouse, Dylan Disu speak on loss to Georgia on ESPN’s The Commodore Hour

February 9, 2021
D.J. Harvey drives to the basket in Vanderbilts 21-point loss to Arkansas. (Hustler Multimedia/Truman McDaniel)

Shorthanded Commodores fall to the Arkansas Razorbacks 92-71

January 23, 2021
Kimya Raietparvar, a sophomore midfielder, represents both her school and her country. (Hustler Communications/Emery Little)

From Texas to Iran to Nashville: Kimya Raietparvar’s journey to Vanderbilt

November 11, 2020
Leila Azari against Ole Miss in the final home game of 2020. (Twitter/Vanderbilt athletics)

Vanderbilt soccer falls to the Ole Miss Rebels in a 2-1 OT stunner on senior night

November 8, 2020
Vanderbilt falls to 0-3 with a 41-7 loss to South Carolina on Oct. 10, 2020. (Hustler Multimedia/Hunter Long)

Three Matchups to Watch: Vanderbilt vs. Ole Miss

October 27, 2020
Haley Hopkins celebrates a game-winning goal against Georgia on Oct. 25. (Hustler Multimedia/Hunter Long)

Late-game heroics from Hopkins lifts the Commodores to a 1-0 victory over No. 15 Georgia

October 25, 2020
Purdue beats Vandy 42-24 in Indiana on Saturday, Sept. 7. (Hustler Multimedia/Emily Gonçalves)

Press Conference Notes: Coach Mason talks player availability, advantages of unexpected bye week

October 20, 2020
Vanderbilt faced South Carolina on a rainy Sunday in Nashville on Oct. 11. (Hustler Multimedia/Truman McDaniel)

Vanderbilt soccer falls to South Carolina 2-1 in overtime

October 11, 2020
Leila Azari against the University of Tennessee in 2018. (Hustler Multimedia/Brandon Jacome Mendez)

Leila Azari reflects on Vanderbilt experience, previews senior season

October 1, 2020
Ken Seals throws a pass against Texas A&M on Sept. 26, 2020. (Hustler Multimedia/Hunter Long)

Week One Film Room: Ken Seals and a dominant defensive line

October 1, 2020
UNLV defeats Vanderbilt 34-10 on Saturday, October 11, 2019. (Hustler Multimedia/Truman McDaniel)

Derek Mason, Grant Miller put their faith in the offensive line

September 23, 2020
Andre Mintze celebrates against Missouri on October 19, 2019. (Hustler Multimedia//Truman McDaniel)

Lining up behind the lens: Andre Mintze’s love for multimedia

September 16, 2020
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