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Taub films a men’s basketball game in Boston University’s Case Gym. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Meet Zachary Taub, filmmaker behind viral ‘hi, mom’ video

Mara Mellits February 9, 2024
A video of Boston University men’s basketball forward Otto Landrum waving “hi, mom” on the court currently has over 7 million views — but it took Zachary Taub, a sophomore in the College of Communication, just 45 minutes to create. 
Women's basketball

Women’s basketball downs Merrimack for third-straight win at home

Annika Morris December 9, 2022
After three straight games on the road, the women's basketball team defeated Merrimack College at The Roof to extend their home win streak to three.
Graduate student forward Sukhmail Mathon holds the ball in a basketball match against the University of Massachusetts Lowell Wednesday night. The Terriers secured a 72-62 victory over the River Hawks. JEFF TEDI/ DFP STAFF

Men’s basketball keeps rolling with win vs. Lowell

Mark Fraenkel December 9, 2021
The Boston University men's basketball team extended their winning streak to four with a 72-62 victory over the University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Graduate student guard Javante McCoy dribbles the ball in a basketball match against Binghamton University at Case Gym Saturday. The Terriers defeated the Bearcats 68-63. MOHAN GE/ DFP STAFF

Men’s basketball wins third straight vs. Binghamton

Chloe Patel December 5, 2021
The Boston University men's basketball team pulled off a 68-63 win against Binghamton University on Saturday.
Senior forward Riley Childs attempts to block a shot in a match against Boston College Wednesday night. The Terriers sealed a 69-65 win over the Eagles. JEFF TEDI/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Clutch free throws prove pivotal in women’s basketball’s win over Boston College

Mark Fraenkel November 18, 2021
The Boston University women's basketball team defeated rival Boston College, 69-65, on Wednesday night.
The Boston University Pep Band performing during the men’s basketball game at Case Gym Nov. 12. No matter how well or how poorly Terrier sports games play out, the band’s roaring music invigorates players and fans alike. MOHAN GE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU’s gameday soundtrack is back with the Pep Band’s return

Brendan Nordstrom November 17, 2021
The Boston University Pep Band has returned to the stands alongside fans, providing a steady backing beat for Terrier athletic events.
Senior guard Fletcher Tynen running with the ball in a basketball game against Gordon College Friday. The Terriers secured an 85-61 victory over the Fighting Scots in their home opener at Case Gym. MOHAN GE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball blows out Gordon College to win home opener

Maxwell Bevington November 15, 2021
The Boston University men's basketball team won Friday's home opener against Gordon College, 85-61.
Senior guard Emily Esposito in a match against the University of Massachusetts Lowell Tuesday night. The Terriers defeated the Riverhawks 76-47 in their season opener. JEFF TEDI/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Women’s basketball routs Lowell in season opener

Chloe Patel November 10, 2021
The Boston University women's basketball team opened the season with a 76-47 victory over the University of Massachusetts Lowell on Tuesday.
Boston University women’s basketball players in a November 2018 game. Under new head coach Melissa Graves, the Terriers begin their season Nov. 9 against the University of Massachusetts Lowell. MADDIE EPPERSON/ DFP FILE

PREVIEW: Women’s basketball storylines to follow in the 2021-22 season

Mark Fraenkel November 8, 2021
The Boston University women's basketball team opens its 2021-22 season at home on Nov. 9. Here are the biggest storylines entering the new season.
East to West: Feb. 26, 2021

East to West: Feb. 26, 2021

Jackson Machesky February 26, 2021

Happy Friday! Today on East to West, we cover Boston University’s plan to offer COVID-19 vaccines to students with two or more medical conditions, possible housing deposit refunds, a proposal to...

Senior forward and captain Max Mahoney, shown in a Feb. 29 game against Bucknell University, earned All-Patriot League honors this season while leading the Terriers to their first-ever Patriot League title. ANRAN XIE/ DFP FILE

BU coach Joe Jones reflects on growth, brotherhood of men’s basketball in title season

Zachary DuPont March 22, 2020
Head coach Joe Jones reflected on the Boston University men's basketball team's season, which saw the Terriers clinch their first-ever Patriot League title and their first NCAA tournament bid since the 2011 season.
Junior guard Katie Nelson, shown in the Feb. 26 game against LeHigh University, scored 16 points and helped lead the Terriers to their best-ever Patriot League regular season record in Wednesday’s 62-56 win over Army. HANNAH YOSHINAGA/ DFP FILE

Terriers secure second seed in Patriot League with 62-56 win over Army

Jacob Nesson March 4, 2020
BU women's basketball locked down the second seed and a first-round bye in the Patriot League tournament behind freshman guard Maggie Pina's 19 points in the Terriers' 62-56 victory over Army.
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