A New Look For America’s Saturday Pastime: How has College Football changed with the implementation of the 12-team playoff?
The 2024-25 season brought immense change to America’s favorite Saturday sport as College Football officially transitioned to the 12-team playoff format. As we look ahead to the National Championship matchup, it’s time to reflect on the change brought by the new format, along with where the future of the sport is headed.
New Goals For Varsity Squash With Strong Start
The Varsity Squash team finished the 2024 side of the season with a 6-2 overall record and a 4-1 record in the ACIS League. Despite a narrow loss against Avenues where, due to an injury, the full roster was not playing, Junior Captain Ali H. ‘26 continues to believe the team has what it takes to win the league: “This season our goal is to win the league. Last year we finished as runners up, but I have tons of confidence that this team has both the talent and work ethic to go all the way.”
Undefeated and Unstoppable: Lonnie M. ‘25 leads Browning Table Tennis to New Heights
Lonnie M. does not just play table tennis—he dominates it. With a record of 43-0 during his first high school career as a Browning Athlete, the undefeated senior is not done yet.
Varsity Basketball Team Has Strong Opening and Brings School Spirit
The Browning varsity basketball team has started this year's season with ups and downs, which have raised the students' spirits and provided a glimpse of what to expect. Though with a losing record, the team has started improving by beating some of the league's finest teams, who they struggled against last year. This change has tested their strength on the court and has become a symbol of pride and shared identity for the students, faculty members, and parents.
Reflection on Soccer Photography: Images from the Season
When every second in a sports match is filled with action, a photographer must always be ready to capture a critical moment, and they had better have the space on their SD card to make sure nothing is lost.
Browning Varsity Basketball: A New Season of Hope and Determination
Browning’s winter athletic season has just begun, as the varsity basketball team looks to find themselves in the NYCAL playoffs for another year.
Reinvigorating the Zoo: Athletics Department Launches Online Store and New Instagram Account
The 2024-2025 school year welcomes a new chapter in the Browning community with the Athletic Department’s creation of an official Online Store and Athletics Instagram Account.
Varsity Baseball Kicks off Season With Walk-Off Win Over Trevor
Varsity Baseball, who reached the semifinals of last season’s NYCAL playoffs, kicked off their season on April 5 with a league win over Trevor Day. The game is of increased importance as UNIS no longer has a baseball team, and Grace Church, in its first year in NYCAL, is not playoff-eligible; as such, four of the five teams make the playoffs, and a single loss can impact postseason rankings more than in previous years.
The Zoo: Highlights from Varsity Squash vs Grace Church
Highlights from Varsity Squash’s league matchup against Grace Church on Tuesday, February 6th.
The Zoo Sports Branch: Squash Team’s Success
Ben L. ‘24 interviews the captains of the 12-3 Varsity Squash Team about the team’s triumphs. The captains, Nicholas S. ‘24, Neil D. ‘24, and Kyle D. ‘24, also discuss their duties as role models for the younger players, and the lasting impact they have left on Browning Squash.
The Zoo: Interview with Jonny Lazarus
Ben L. ‘24 interviews NHL content creator and former D1 hockey player Jonny Lazarus about his career and the Rangers season thus far. Jonny shares his experiences covering the NHL from behind the scenes. Edited by Kabir D. ‘25.
Zoo Newscast: Halloween 2023
Marcos I. ‘25 talks to members of the Browning community about their Halloween costumes. The video also includes a quick view of the annual Lower School Halloween Parade. Produced by Benjamin L. ‘24 and edited by Kabir D. ‘25.
Zoo Newscast: Highlights from Varsity Soccer’s Match Versus Columbia Prep
Highlights from Varsity Soccer’s October 3rd match against Columbia Prep.
Zoo Newscast: Highlights from Varsity Soccer’s First League Matches
Highlights from Varsity Soccer’s matches against Calhoun, Trevor Day, and Grace Church.
Varsity Baseball Off to a “Promising” Start
The varsity baseball team has gotten off to a “promising” start this season, according to shortstop and pitcher Adam B. ‘25, with an overall record of 7-2 and 4-2 in league play.
Student Council President Hopes to Leave Legacy of Leadership
After 13 years at the School, Student Body President Ethan F. ’23 has proven to be a true Browning gentleman and leader for the community.
New Hoops (and Hopes) for the New Year
After a 5-5 start to the season, the varsity basketball team entered the new year with rejuvenated hopes to make the NYCAL playoffs.
Varsity Golf Swings Into the Championship
Coming off a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the varsity golf team outdid expectations with their best record in the past decade.
Varsity Basketball return to play with an Emphatic Victory at the LREI Tip-Off Tournament.
After a last-minute comeback to win the league championship two years ago, the Varsity Basketball Team returned with an impressive victory at the LREI Tip-Off Tournament to start the season.
Badger Receiver Reflects on Time as Panther Alum
During his time at Browning, Skyler Bell ‘21 obtained the fundamentals of being an athlete that would lead him to excel at football on a Big 10 team. Bell is currently midway through his first year playing as a wide receiver for the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Badgers team.