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The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

The Colgate Maroon-News
The Oldest College Weekly in America. Founded 1868.

The Colgate Maroon-News
All content by Paul Smyth

On Transparency and the EPA: Being Right

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
May 3, 2018

Reactions to the Parkland School Shooting: Being Right

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
February 22, 2018

Being Right: On Jeff Flake: Is Retirement the Right Move to Make?

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
November 2, 2017

Bringing out the Best and Worst of Our Society

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
October 19, 2017

Trump v. the Sports World

Paul Smyth, Class of 2018
September 28, 2017
Senior tailback John Wilkins scored a pair of touchdowns on Saturday as the Raiders defeated Lafayette with little difficulty. This game marks the second to last home contest for members of the Raiders’ senior class.

Football Pummels League Rival Lafayette at Home: Team Captures 38-17 Victory, Boosts Conference Record to 3-2

Paul Smyth
November 17, 2016
Junior tailback Keyon Washington breaks through Fordham’s defensive line. Washington proved to be a valuable player for the Raiders’ offense, scoring first-half touchdowns on 16 and 42-yard runs. 

Football Falls to Fordham in Tight Match-up: Fordham Storms Back to 24-20 Victory Against the Raiders

Paul Smyth
November 10, 2016
Football for the Win

Football Secures Crucial Win During Family Weekend

Paul Smyth
November 3, 2016
Raiders Dominate Bucknell

Men’s Football Ends Three Game Skid Against Bucknell

Paul Smyth
October 20, 2016
Senior wide-receiver John Maddaluna opened the contest with a 93-yard touchdown reception, breaking the previous program record.

Cornell’s Big Second Half Spoils Homecoming: Raiders Fall to 1-3 After Heartbreaking Loss

Paul Smyth
October 6, 2016
Sophomore defensive lineman Chuck Moore shows perseverance, running by Richmond’s quarterback in their game this past Saturday.

Football Falls to No. 9 Richmond on the Road: Big Offensive Plays Spark Fourth Quarter Comeback

Paul Smyth
September 29, 2016
Colgate Football Dismantles Yale

Football Dismantles Yale: Looks Ahead to Richmond

Paul Smyth
September 22, 2016
Sophomore Lauren Hyland won her second Flight 1 singles championship in as many years. 

Colgate Tennis Competes at Bucknell Invitational

Paul Smyth
September 15, 2016
The Colgate offense started the contest off strong with an opening drive touchdown, but the team was unable to continue its offensive momentum and forceful presence against local foe Syracuse. 

Football Opens Season Against Rival Syracuse

Paul Smyth
September 8, 2016
The Raiders will be graduating a total of 10 seniors this season. Despite the great weather, Colgate was unfortunately not able to secure a victory over Holy Cross this weekend.

Men’s Lacrosse Loses to Holy Cross 12-6: Raiders Have Disappointing Senior Day

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 21, 2016
Junior midfielder Jack Stebbins recorded an impressive hat trick during the game against Navy this past weekend. 

Men’s Lacrosse Joins Women in Falling to Mids: Raiders Lose to No. 9 Navy 16-9 in Tough Battle

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 14, 2016
Sophomore attacker Joe Delaney had a decisive goal in the snowy battle against Loyola. Unfortunately the Raiders fell 12-4. 

Men’s Lacrosse Falls to No. 16 Loyola 12-4: Raiders Battle in Snowy Central N.Y. Conditions

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 7, 2016
Senior captain Tyler Rigo recorded three goals for the Raiders in their tilt against the Black Knights. This marks his best offensive performance to date.

Men’s Lacrosse Falls to the Black Knights 11-7: Raiders Host Loyola this Weekend for Important Tilt

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
March 31, 2016
Sophomore attacker Chase Wittich recorded three goals and two assists, taking part in over half of the Raiders’ total goals. 

Men’s Lacrosse Loses to Lehigh 12-9: Raiders Prepare for Big Tilt Against Boston University

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
March 10, 2016
Sophomore attacker Anthony Abbadessa tallied three of his four total goals in the first half of the Raiders’ OT victory over the Bison.

Men’s Lacrosse Bests No. 20 Bucknell in Overtime: Raiders Prepare for Tough Tilt Against Lehigh

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
March 3, 2016
First-year attacker Sam Cleveland tallied six points in the Raiders’ win over Binghamton, earning Patriot League Rookie of the Week.

Men’s Lacrosse Wins First of the Season: First-Year Attacker Cleveland Leads the Way With Hat Trick

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
February 25, 2016

A Run for The Ages: Colgate Football Advances to FCS Quarterfinals

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
December 8, 2015
The Raiders celebrated as 2015 Patriot League Champions after their 49-42 victory over the Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Men’s Football Clinches Patriot League Title

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
November 19, 2015
Returner and senior defensive back Ty McCollum returns an interception against Patriot League rival Lafayette. The Raiders hope to capture their first league championship since the fall of 2012. 

Raiders Take Care of Lafayette 28-19: Sets Up Patriot League Title Showdown With Lehigh

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
November 12, 2015
The Raiders celebrate their 31-29 victory over the Fordham Rams

Football Beats Fordham 31-29; Sit Atop League

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
November 5, 2015
Junior linebacker Kyle Diener earned Patriot League Defensive Player of the Week recognition and will play a vital role in the Raiders’ effort against Fordham. 

Football Enjoys Bye Week: Raiders Gear Up to Take On Fordham on Hallows Eve

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
October 29, 2015
Sophomore Alex Greenawalt recorded 88 receiving yards to lead the Raiders in a victory against Georgetown.  

Football Bests Georgetown 17-13: Raiders Prep for Monumental Tilt Against Fordham

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
October 22, 2015
Junior running back John Wilkins leads the Raiders’ efforts against Cornell, recording a season high of 106 rushing yards. 

Football Bests Rival Cornell 28-21: Raiders Travel to Princeton Over Fall Break

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
October 8, 2015
RAIDERS ROLL

Football Tallies First Win Against Holy Cross

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
October 1, 2015

Golf Team Competes at Bethpage State Park

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
September 17, 2015
FOOTBALL

Men’s Football Falls in the Rain to New Hampshire

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
September 17, 2015
Senior tight end John Quazza reels in the Raiders' only touchdown in their loss at Annapolis.

Football Team Travels to Annapolis for Season Opener

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
September 10, 2015

Who Will Win? Mayweather vs. Pacquiao

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 23, 2015

Spieth Historic in Masters Victory

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 16, 2015

The Chase for the Green Jacket

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 9, 2015

New York Jets Continue Offseason Overhaul

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
April 2, 2015

Syracuse Basketball Dealt Harsh Sanctions

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
March 26, 2015

Injured Superstars Overshadow Thrilling NBA Season

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
March 5, 2015

Duke vs. Chapel Hill: A Rivalry Renewed

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
February 26, 2015

New England Steals Super Bowl XLIX

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
February 5, 2015

The New England Patriots and Deflate-Gate 2015

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
January 29, 2015

NCAA Basketball Season Kicks Off Once Again

Paul Smyth
November 20, 2014

2014 Ryder Cup Preview

Paul Smyth, Maroon-News Staff
September 25, 2014

The Hunt for October

Paul Smyth
September 11, 2014

Josh Shaw: From Hero to Zero

Paul Smyth
September 4, 2014
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