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Panthers Fight Back to Claim Conference Win Over The Marines

Anthony Payamps March 30, 2025

The Old Westbury Panthers won a close game against the United States Merchant Marine Academy Marines in Kings Point on February 11th, 69-65, after a strong second-half comeback. This victory broke their...

Panelists for National Girls and Women in Sports Month Event

OW Athletics Hosts Inspiring Women in Sports Panel

Juliana Vasquez, Sports Editor March 29, 2025

In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Month, Old Westbury Athletics hosted a panel on Tuesday, February 25th, during common hour in the Panther’s Pad. The event was both powerful and insightful,...

Freshman Damian Villamil (#9) attacks the ball during home game

Photo Credit: Old Westbury Athletic Communications

Men’s Volleyball Struggles to Find Momentum in Season Start

Juliana Vasquez, Sports Editor March 27, 2025

The SUNY Old Westbury Men’s Volleyball team was off to a rough start this season, dropping their first five games and sitting at 0-5 as of March 3rd. Despite their struggles, standout performances from...

Panthers Secure Senior Night Win

Anthony Payamps March 27, 2025

The Old Westbury Panthers delivered an exhilarating victory on Senior Night, securing a hard-fought 71-68 win over St. Joseph’s University Brooklyn on February 15th. Before the game started there were...

Old Westbury Panthers Men's Volleyball team huddle during timeout in the 2nd set

Panthers Men’s Volleyball Team Falls Flat Against Conference Team

Muhamed Doucoure March 27, 2025

The Old Westbury panthers played hard in their March 7th game against the Ramapo College Roadrunners but ultimately, that wasn't enough. The Panthers lost this match 3-0, unable to pass the 20 point threshold...

The Panthers at the Championship game vs. Manhattanville College on May 11, 2024
Credit: OW Athletics Communications

Panthers Aim High After Historic 2024 Run

Juliana Vasquez, Sports Editor March 25, 2025

As the 2025 season begins, the Panthers look to build on a historic 2024 run that saw them finish 24-14 and reach the Skyline Conference Championship for the first time. With a 13-8 conference record,...

Panthers Fall Short to Mount Saint Vincent in a Hard-Fought Conference Matchup

Anthony Payamps March 19, 2025

The Old Westbury Panthers faced a tough road test on the night of February 5th, as they traveled to Mount Saint Vincent for a 6:00 PM men’s basketball conference game. The Panthers, who entered the game...

Juliana Vasquez posed at the NCAA Convention welcome sign

Inside the NCAA: My Experience at the Student Immersion Program

Juliana Vasquez, Sports Editor March 2, 2025

The NCAA annually hosts the Student Immersion Program, inviting 40 minority students from Division III institutions across the country to explore careers in coaching, athletics administration, and NCAA...

Jamari Williams pictured hanging from the rim.
Photo Credit: Old Westbury Athletic Communications

Panthers Dominate Mount St. Mary’s in 87-50 Victory

Anthony Payamps March 2, 2025

The Old Westbury Panthers men’s basketball team had an impressive performance on the afternoon of February 1st, defeating Mount St. Mary’s College 87-50 at home. From the very beginning, the Panthers...

Men’s Soccer Kicks Off!

Men’s Soccer Kicks Off!

Juliana Vasquez November 1, 2024

This article was written on September 20th, 2024 As of September 20, the SUNY Old Westbury Men’s Soccer team is making impressive strides this season, holding an overall record of 4-6-1. With four...

O.W.’s Rising Star Kristen Gallagher

O.W.’s Rising Star Kristen Gallagher

Juliana Vasquez November 1, 2024

In her debut season, Kristen Gallagher has quickly made her presence known as a standout goalkeeper, making significant strides in the Skyline Conference and proving to be a crucial asset to her team's...

Gianna DiLillo Takes the Field

Gianna DiLillo Takes the Field

Aidan Bongiorno May 23, 2024

Gianna DiLillo. Credit: OW Athletic Communications Gianna DiLillo pitches and plays the outfield for the Old Westbury Panthers. “This will be my third season here at Old Westbury,” she said....

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