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Writing has long been a passion of mine. From contributing "Precious Pet" articles to a local magazine in high school to writing for the sports section of the school newspaper in college to penning a guest column for my boss at Moolah Kicks after college, I have consistently seized every opportunity to write and share my work with various audiences. I graduated from Hamilton College in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Literature, where my love for the creative aspects of writing deepened. Below, I have linked a selection of my published articles that currently live online:

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A Revolution in Women’s Hoops Starts With the Right Sneakers

Basketball has always been a constant for me. Growing up in New York City, it was easy to fall in love with the game.

As my teammates and I dribbled behind-the-back through trash can cones in hot gyms, we dreamed of playing in the NBA. We modeled our games after those we saw on television, LeBron and Kobe, and NYC streetball legends we watched on YouTube, like Skip to My Lou and Shammgod. We idolized them and were excited to buy sneakers named after them. It never occurred to us that wearing their shoes could carry negative implications.

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Clinton, Hamilton College to host NHL preseason games and Hockeyville events

In Apr. 2018, Clinton was named the winner of the 2018 Kraft Hockeyville USA competition. Now, excitement and anticipation are beginning to build throughout Clinton, NY, as the celebratory weekend finally approaches. In only a few weeks time, on Sept. 25, Clinton will host a National Hockey League (NHL) preseason game between the Buffalo Sabres and Columbus Blue Jackets at the historic Clinton Arena. With puck drop just around the corner, members of the Clinton and Hamilton College communities a
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First-year student athlete profile: Volleyball

As the volleyball team (2–5) took to the court for the first time this season on Friday, Sept. 7 to play in the Hawks Invitational at SUNY New Paltz, the four first-years, Kendall Boxe ’22, Jo Dine ’22, Jane Fanning ’22 and Maddy LaPoint ’22 felt more than prepared to start their careers here at Hamilton. From the instant they set foot on campus, the four have been on the go, adjusting to the dual demands of life as college students and as NCAA Division III athletes. Thanks to the guidance and s
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Volleyball defends home court with win against SUNY-Geneseo in opener

The women’s volleyball team took to their home court at Margaret Bundy Scott Field House on Wednesday, Sept. 26, hosting SUNY Geneseo in their 2018 season home opener. Last year, the Continentals defended their home court successfully, going 6–2 in matches on the Hill and 14–9 overall. 2018 is a new season, however, and the team hopes to build on last year’s campaign, especially at home. If the home opener was any indication, they are headed in the right direction.

After beginning the season wi
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Field hockey ranked #13 in nation, continues NESCAC domination

After losing to Trinity in last year’s NESCAC tournament quarterfinals, which marked the end of their successful 9–6 regular season, the Hamilton field hockey team returned to the field this fall more determined than ever to make the 2018 campaign a memorable one. With 13 games under the team’s belt so far this year, the team has already surpassed last season’s win total with two games remaining on the regular season schedule. They currently find themselves ranked #13 nationally, according to th
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Women’s basketball opens season dominantly over Thanksgiving break

While faculty members and students across campus packed up and headed home for Thanksgiving break, the women’s basketball team (and other winter sports teams) stayed behind to start their 2018–2019 season. On Saturday, Nov. 17 the team took to the hardwood for their season opener against the Green Mountain College Eagles in the Margaret Bundy Scott Field House. In the 91–58 victory, every Continental player scored in Head Coach Mahogany Green’s debut. Four players recorded double-digit points in
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Women’s hockey to host charity game to benefit Mario Lemieux Foundation

When the women’s ice hockey team takes to the ice on Saturday, Feb. 2, they will be wearing different uniforms in honor of their annual charity game. This year’s event aims to raise money for Austin’s Playroom Project, an initiative of the Mario Lemieux Foundation. All proceeds will directly support the cause. With just a few days left before the game, the team has already exceeded their fundraising goal of $4,000 and it hopes to raise even more before the game’s final horn.

For this year’s gam
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Curling team qualifies for USA Championships in March

Every four years as the Winter Olympics roll around, interest in the sport of curling peaks in the United States. At Hamilton however, the excitement returns each and every year with the onset of a new winter season. This curling fever has been especially pronounced this year since Hamilton’s team qualified for the 2019 USA Curling College Championships. According to the current standings of USA College Curling, Hamilton is ranked 12th in the nation, just a few points behind Harvard and Yale.

W
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March Madness: men’s basketball sets sight on Sweet Sixteen

On Friday, March 1, the 2019 NCAA Division III (DIII) Men’s Basketball Championship Tournament officially kicked off. The 64 teams that qualified began competition in early round action, hoping to secure their spot in the third round, otherwise known as the Sweet Sixteen. March Madness has a distinctively local taste this year as the Hamilton men’s basketball team (25–4 overall) played host to the first- and second-round games in the Margaret Bundy Scott Field House.

A dramatic, come-from-behin
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Women’s tennis dominates with 3–1 record during Florida trip

To kick off their spring season, the Hamilton College women’s tennis team went 1–1 in early March with a loss to #6 Middlebury College (9–0) and a win over #40 Colby College (6–3). With hopes of building off of their win against the Mules, the team headed to Lake Nona, F.L., for a series of games over spring break.

On Wednesday, March 20, the team took on Illinois Tech in their first match down south. The Continentals took five of the six matches from the Scarlet Hawks, as Jane Haffer ’19, Kat
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Baseball triumphs over Amherst in 18–10 win, looks towards playoffs

With only nine games left in regular season, the 13–12 Hamilton baseball team (4–5 NESCAC) is optimistic they will make the playoffs. The Continentals will play in two more NESCAC series against the Trinity College Bantams and the Williams College Ephs over the next two weeks as they continue their run towards the conference tournament.

This past weekend the Continentals took on the Amherst College Mammoths in their first NESCAC home series of the year. The first game took place at the Loop Roa
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Upcoming Hamtrek anticipates record turnout

On Friday, May 3, over 200 members of the Hamilton College community will take part in the 16th-annual HamTrek sprint triathlon. Students, employees, alumni, and others who have registered either individually or as part of a relay team will compete against one another in the 525-yard swim, 9-mile on-road bike ride, and 5-kilometer cross-country run around campus on the mapped out course. The event begins at 4:00 PM on Friday and the awards ceremony will take place around 8:00 PM after the offici
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Baseball hosts 32nd annual Jackie Robinson Game against Utica

On Wednesday, May 1, the Hamilton College baseball team took to their home turf at the Loop Road Athletic Complex to play their final game of their 2019 season against the Utica College Pioneers in the 32nd-annual Jackie Robinson Game — a tradition that began in 1987 on the 40th anniversary of when Robinson broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier.

In an 8–3 victory over the Pioneers, the team evened out the yearly series at 16 wins for each team. This win also meant the Continentals finishe
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Grassey and Hoffman continue athletic and academic careers abroad

On Friday, Mar. 8, 2019, the Hamilton College men’s basketball team took on #9-ranked Christopher Newport in the third round of the NCAA Championship tournament. After winning both the first (vs. Penn State Behrend, 72–70) and second (vs. Moravian, 83–72) round games on their home court at Margaret Bundy Scott Field House, the team was hoping to continue its winning ways and advance to the tournament’s Elite Eight round. Unfortunately, the Continentals came up just short in a hard-fought loss to
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Field hockey resilient and motivated heading into NESCAC playoff push

With five games remaining in the regular season, the Hamilton College field hockey team is focused on making a spirited run at the postseason. After finishing their 2018 campaign with a record of 10–6, the Continentals had high hopes that they would be able to achieve a similar — if not better — record during the 2019 season.

After winning three of their first six games, they now sit at 3–6 overall, but this record is not truly indicative of how the season has played out. Four of those six loss
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Last-second field goal propels football to victory over Amherst

On Saturday, Oct. 19, the Continentals football team took to Steuben Field to face the Amherst College Mammoths. The team, who last defeated Amherst all the way back in 1992, proved to be ready to defend their home turf and show the Mammoths what Bowdoin College and Colby College both experienced in earlier games this season. With a 2–3 record heading into the game, the team was hungry for a win that would put them at .500 heading into the final three games of the season. As it turned out, the C
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Women’s basketball prepares to prove themselves in NESCAC play

Women’s basketball prepares to prove themselves in NESCAC play

“Flip your switch! Season is finally here!” Coach Mo Green, second-year Head Coach of the Hamilton College women’s basketball team, said to the team at the start of their first official practice of the 2019–20 season. “It’s a new season. It’s time to grow from last year and get better. There’s literally nowhere to go but up, so we are in the perfect position to show everyone what we are really capable of.”

With just a few practices
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Women’s basketball’s newest additions reflect on start of the season

Women’s basketball’s newest additions reflect on start of the season

The Hamilton women’s basketball team (7–1) took to the court for their second home game of the 2019–20 season in Hamilton’s Margaret Bundy Scott Field House on Monday, Dec. 9 to play the Utica College Pioneers. First years Emma Sehring ’23 and Olivia Davis ’23, as well as sophomore transfer from Siena College, Claire Sehring ’22, contributed productive minutes while wearing their white home uniforms for the second time in thei
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Women’s Basketball makes NESCAC tournament for first time since 2015

Women’s Basketball makes NESCAC tournament for first time since 2015

The Hamilton College Women’s Basketball team has secured their spot in the NESCAC tournament for the first time since 2015. This past weekend, the Continentals went 1–1 to finish out their regular season play, defeating Connecticut College 61–55 on Friday, Feb. 14 and losing a close game to Trinity College in double overtime on Saturday, Feb. 15 (74–71). This gave the team a final conference record of 5–5 and overall record of
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Senior spotlight fall athletes: Sydney Kim and Cat Gambino

As summer progressed, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to fill many college students with great uncertainty about their upcoming semesters. For student-athletes playing a fall sport, this uncertainty was particularly pressing. Even after it was announced that the 2020 fall season would be canceled, senior athletes like Cat Gambino ’21 and Syd Kim ’21 of the Hamilton Women’s soccer team, still faced a daunting question: do I stay at home for the semester or do I return to the Hill?

Ultimately, th

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Best Coffee Shops In And Around Boston That Are Not Starbucks

For all you coffee or caffeine addicts out there, we all know how important it is to have a nice cup of joe before a long day of work! Why not make it a delicious one from a less crowded and mainstream coffee shop! If you are living in Boston and you are looking for different coffee shops to try out for your morning coffee run, then you have come to the right place! Here are our recommendations for the best coffee shops in and around Boston that you need to try next time you are out on the town!...
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Quick And Easy Milkshake Recipes To Impress Your Friends

Now that summer has finally arrived, it is time to whip out that old blender of yours and stock up your refrigerator and freezer with milk and ice cream. Why you might ask? Milkshake season is upon us! After a long day of work, why not settle down to a cold, creamy beverage that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home either by yourself or with your friends and family. These summer-inspired milkshake recipes are quick and easy to make and are sure to impress all of your friends when you...
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10 Healthy Fall Soups You Won't Believe Are Good For You

When the weather cools down and the air outside becomes crisp and chill indicating that the fall season is upon us, many of us crave something that will warm up the body and the soul! For a lot of people, that something is soup! So, when fall finally rolls around, why not have the necessary ingredients at your disposal that can be used to make some fall soups, or better yet, some healthy fall soups that are sure to warm you right up! Here are some of the best fall soups out there that you won’t...
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7 Easy And Fun Day Trips In And Around Boston

It’s summer here in Boston and chances are you and your friends are looking for something fun to do or an exciting day trip to plan so you can spend some time exploring the city you love most! If you don’t have any ideas off the top of your head, don’t worry, that’s what we are here for! Here are some of our favorite day trips that you have to try if you are living in or visiting the Boston area! We promise you will have a blast going on these trips that are easy to plan and super fun to partici...
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20 Cheesy Instagram Captions To Stay Away From If You Don't Want Your Post To Be Basic

Knowing which Instagram captions to stay away from when creating the perfect post, is important so that your post doesn’t turn into something cheesy, basic or even cringeworthy. If you’re concerned that your post is leaning in that direction, here are 20 Instagram captions you can browse through that you need to stay away from! Don’t let your caption take away from the one of a kind picture that you are posting!Talk about cheesy! If you really think she is pretty, then let the picture speak for...
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5 Lighting Options That Will Be Sure To Make Your Dorm Room Exciting

When you are out and about shopping for your dorm room this summer, you should be sure to consider different lighting options that could make your dorm room more exciting! Whether you are looking for something simple that will just add a little life to the room or something colorful that will be sure to light up the otherwise plain space, you should know that any lighting option that you pick will definitely make your dorm room more lively! Here are some of our favorite lighting options that we...
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A Great Stretching Routine To Do After A Tough Workout

Stretching is very important to do both before and after your workout–especially if it is a tough one! In order to minimize the soreness or pain your body experiences, it is important to stretch right after you complete your workout! Since there are so many great stretches out there that you can do, you might find it hard narrowing down the list! So, that’s what we are here for! Here is a quick and easy stretching routine that you can follow after a tough workout! We promise once you have comple...
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5 Of The Easiest Yet Most Thoughtful Date Ideas

There are a lot of date ideas out there that will make your loved one feel special and loved. Coming up with a simple plan can prove to be very thoughtful and memorable if you keep it simple and make it easy for yourself as the planner. If you want to plan the perfect date that your partner will remember, but you have limited time and resources, here are 5 easy and thoughtful date ideas!Talk about easy! Just hop in your car and spend the day at or walk around the place where you two first met. W...
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6 Shoes That Go With Any Outfit

Because so many different types of shoes exist these days, it’s hard knowing exactly which ones are trendy, comfortable and worth the money you’ll spend on them! If you are someone who is looking for a new pair of shoes to buy that will likely go with any one of your outfits, you have come to the right place! Some shoes, especially ones that are neutral in color and simple in style, will look good when combined with anything you put on! So, without further ado, here are some of our favorite opti...
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5 Best Songs To Play At The Pregame That Will Get Everyone Excited For The Night

Whether you love being in charge of the music or it is the last thing you want to do at the pregame or party, having a playlist ready to go full of some of the best songs is very important. Obviously, music can be very subjective, but there are definitely some songs out there that will get anyone and everyone in the mood to party even if they have never heard the song before! There are millions of songs out there, so don’t limit your playlist! But to help you start and in case you ever get chose...
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7 Great Workouts To Do At Home If You Only Have A Band

Knowing of some workouts to do in the comfort of your own home is great if you don’t have time to go to the gym! Plus, if you have a band and only a band accessible to you, then there are still some awesome workouts you can do that will have your heart pumping in no time! And if you don’t have a band, but you still want to do these workouts, you can purchase one for as little as $10 online! So order one now or get out the one you already have, because here are some great workouts that we highly...
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7 Best Cheesecakes From The Cheesecake Factory

Whether you go to the Cheesecake Factory often or not at all, you are bound to get cheesecake at some point before you finish your meal there.  Due to this, it is important to know what cheesecake flavors are the best so you can enjoy every single bite of the one you end up picking! If it is your first time going to the Cheesecake Factory or even your first time ever eating cheesecake, here is your guide to the top seven flavors you can get when you go! We promise you can’t go wrong with any!If...
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The Best Autumn Comfort Food Recipes You Have To Make - Society19

We all have our go-to autumn comfort food dishes that we love and enjoy dearly! But there are definitely many comfort foods out there that are universally liked by everyone. If you are looking to perfect your favorite comfort food recipe or to perfect an autumn comfort food recipe even if it isn’t your favorite, you have come to the right place!Here are some of the best recipes that you have to make when autumn finally comes! We promise your dishes will be sure to impress your guests!Grilled che...
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13 Basic But Cute Tattoo Ideas For Your First Tattoo

Having an exact tattoo idea in mind before you go to the tattoo parlor for the first time is important so you don’t have any regrets about your first. If you are nervous about getting a tattoo but you know you definitely want one, here are a few basic, simple and cute tattoo ideas that you can be confident in for your first one!Simple but effective, a heart tattoo, is a great way to let anyone who sees it know that you are a compassionate and loving person. You can get an outline or one that is...
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7 Ideas For Helping To Make Your Dorm Room More Comfortable

Knowing how to make your dorm room as comfortable as possible before move-in day arrives is so important when it comes to back to school shopping. Especially if you are an incoming freshman and it will be your first experience living in a dorm room. You definitely want to make your living space as welcoming and cozy as possible, right off the bat! Here is a breakdown of some ideas and purchases you can make to help ensure that your dorm room is as comfortable as your room at home. There is nothi...
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10 Cheap Amazon Purchases To Make Your Bedroom More Exciting

Now that you have moved out of your dorm room for the summer, whether that means you are back home after yet another exciting college semester or you are starting new in an apartment of your own after graduating, why not buy a few things—not to mention, a few cheap things—that will spice up your living space. From different forms of lighting to wall decorations that will add some flare to your plain walls, here are 10 cheap purchases you can make from amazon.com that will make your bedroom more...
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5 Simple And Great Recipes That Use Tomatoes

If you are a big fan of tomatoes and you recently bought a bunch from the supermarket, then chances are you are looking for ways to use them to the best of your ability in your upcoming meals before they go bad! Knowing some great recipes will prove to be a big help if you want to wow your guests or even just yourself! Tomatoes are not only a healthy option but they are delicious and very versatile! So, in case you are as big of a fan of tomatoes as we are, then here are a few simple but tasty d...
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5 Best Mixes You Can Make With Plain Vodka

If plain vodka is your go-to drink when you go out on the weekend, it’s important to know a few simple and easy drink mixes that you can make so you enjoy every sip! We all know that there is nothing worse than not having a chaser available to you and hating every second of that plain vodka shot you just took as a result. That is why you prepare for the weekend ahead and buy some mixes that you can use to make your beloved plain vodka that much easier to get down!Here are some of our favorite mi...
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The Most Refreshing Fruit Water Drinks You Have To Make

If you are looking to sip on some refreshing fruit water drinks this summer, then you have come to the right place! We all know that it is important to stay hydrated, especially when the hot summer sun is beating down on you! Chances are you are already drinking a lot of ice-cold water, so why not mix it up a little bit and add a hint of flavor to your drink! Infusing different fruits into your water can make your glass irresistible!You will not only feel refreshed, but you will also remain hydr...
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6 Fashionable Sunglasses That You Should Get ASAP

We all know that sunglasses are the perfect accessory that will be sure to complete your summer look! So, knowing what styles are trending right now is important when you are searching for a new pair. Different people look good in different sunglasses so it is important that you take time to find the right style that fits your face well and makes you look amazing!And if you buy a pair that are trending right now, chances are you will look great no matter what. So, without further ado, here are a...
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Top 5 Vans Shoes That Are Trending Now

You can never have too many pairs of Vans shoes! Since so many different styles are out there right now, it can be hard deciding which one is the one for you. But the truth of the matter is that no matter which pair you buy whether it be the slip-on, old skool or authentic ones, you really can’t go wrong. Vans are great shoes and it is highly unlikely that they will ever go out of style.You can wear them anywhere you want and they will become your go-to shoe whether you planned for them to be or...

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