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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

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Boyle, Madden deliver strong performances in Puerto Rico

The womens team went 1-1 in its two matches in Puerto Rico over winter vacation.
January 16, 2020

The women’s basketball team had no time for sightseeing the day they landed in Puerto Rico for a tournament in San Juan. After the Lions grabbed their bags, they immediately headed for the practice court.  Despite...

Lions enter conference play at the top of the food chain

Sophomore Zach Waterhouse is averaging 14.5 points per game while shooting 37 percent from behind the arc.
January 16, 2020

Men’s basketball head coach Bill Curley knew his team’s mentality needed to change following its 2019 NEWMAC championship.  The Lions are no longer underdogs, and Curley wants the squad to keep...

Women’s basketball sails to Puerto Rico and sinks Messiah

While they didnt exactly sail, the womens basketball team did beat Messiah College in Puerto Rico Monday.  Photo courtesy of Dan Toner.
December 30, 2019
While they didn't exactly sail, the women's basketball team did beat Messiah College in Puerto Rico Monday.

Historic defensive effort extends women’s basketball win streak

Quinn Madden (right) dished out six assists and recorded three steals, helping the Lions reach 18 steals for the second time this season. Ethan McDowell / Beacon Staff.
December 14, 2019

The women’s basketball team defeated Johnson & Wales University on Saturday by a score of 77-31 in one of the most dominant defensive performances in the college's history.  This is the second...

Balanced scoring leads men’s basketball past Lesley

Freshman James Beckwith scored 18 points with 4 three pointers in 19 minutes off the bench for the Lions.
December 11, 2019

The men’s basketball team defeated Lesley University on Tuesday by its largest margin of victory so far. A 54-point first half gave the Lions an early advantage, and they never trailed on their way...

Celtics: Sizing up the competition

Celtics: Sizing up the competition
December 9, 2019

The Celtics have played extremely well with the season nearing the 20 game mark and as they are on pace for the coveted sign of sustained elitism during the regular season: 60 wins.  However, the road...

Sam Presti ‘00 reflects on his time at Emerson

Sam Presti 00 spoke about his time at Emerson during the The Woj Pods live podcast recording on Dec. 5.
December 8, 2019

Nearly two decades ago Sam Presti ‘00 wore the purple and gold as an Emerson basketball player. He returned to the college Thursday as a renowned figure in the Emerson community and the National Basketball...

Lions fall to nationally ranked Amherst

Senior Jack OConnor (left) shoots the ball over an Amherst player.
December 7, 2019

Nationally ranked Amherst College snapped the men’s basketball team’s three-game winning streak after defeating the Lions by a score of 97-86. Amherst came into the game ranked 14th in Division...

Lions dominate Bridgewater State for second home win

Senior Quinn Madden (center, No. 13) goes for a layup against Bridgewater St. on Saturday.
December 7, 2019

The women’s basketball team defeated Bridgewater State University by a score of 75-47 on Saturday afternoon. The Lions came out strong, earning a quick four-point lead, but the Bears came back to...

ESPN hosts live podcast in Emerson gymnasium

Sam Presti (left) appeared on The Woj Pod with senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski (right).
December 5, 2019

Alumnus and General Manager of the Oklahoma City Thunder Sam Presti ‘00 returned to campus on Thursday as a guest on Adrian Wojnarowski’s first live podcast with ESPN. Wojnarowski works as a Senior...

Bruins: Can Pastrnak reach Bruins’ scoring record?

Bruins: Can Pastrnak reach Bruins’ scoring record?
December 4, 2019

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Sophomore leading the charge for the Lions

Sophomore Nate Martin palms the basketball with ease in the Bobbi Brown and Steven Plofker Gymnasium on Wednesday night.
December 4, 2019

Growing up surrounded by the rich basketball culture of Washington D.C., sophomore guard Nate Martin could not have asked to be raised in a better environment to develop his skills on the court. Washington...

Swiss basketball player finds academic and athletic home at Emerson

Chloe Allen (left) is the sole center on the women’s basketball team.
December 4, 2019

After moving to Boston from Wädenswil, Switzerland, freshman center Chloe Allen is adapting to a college setting and learning the style of basketball played in the United States.  “The transition...

Men’s basketball edges past Suffolk in first game back from break

Chloe Allen (left) is the sole center on the women’s basketball team.
December 4, 2019

The men’s basketball team narrowly defeated Suffolk University for its second straight win by a score of 75-73 in its first game back from the holiday break.  “We came out, we played hard, we had...

Women’s basketball falls to nationally ranked opponent

Tufts entered the matchup as the No. 2 ranked team in Division III womens basketball.
December 4, 2019

The women’s basketball team lost at home to nationally ranked Tufts University by a score of 87-43.  Tufts came into the game ranked second in Division III, and head coach Bill Gould knew the Lions...

Patriots: Offense in need of identity

Patriots: Offense in need of identity
November 21, 2019

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Volleyball players claim NEWMAC honors

Volleyball players claim NEWMAC honors
November 20, 2019

Freshman setter Caroline Bond and junior outside hitter Grace Tepper received NEWMAC postseason honors for their performance in the 2019 season.  Bond won the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic...

Women’s soccer players earn All-Conference honors

Amanda Benavente and the Lions defense only allowed 0.86 goals per game. Rachel Culver / Beacon Staff
November 20, 2019

Five women’s soccer players received spots on the NEWMAC All-Conference Teams on Nov. 13 following the team’s second consecutive winning season.  After each season, the New England Women’s and...

Men’s lacrosse announces spring 2020 captains

Skyler Celotto (No. 7) recorded 30 goals and 5 assists in his freshman season. Photo courtesy of Kate Foultz.
November 20, 2019

The men’s lacrosse team announced sophomore midfielder Skyler Celotto and senior attacker Austin Franklin as its captains for the 2020 season earlier this week.  Celotto is the first underclassman...

Bruins: No need to panic over recent performances

Bruins: No need to panic over recent performances
November 20, 2019
November is not going according to plan for the Bruins, but there is no need for any fan or member of the organization to panic. The Bruins have a 4-2-3 record this month and are 2-2-3 in their last seven games, which is unimpressive, to say the least.