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The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch
The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor

Co-Sports Editor: Troy is a senior Journalism major who wants the sports section of the Torch to be the place that St. John’s students go to on a weekly basis for the latest news on their favorite SJU sports teams. He also wants to grow our staff with even more outstanding writers who are passionate about both sports and St. John’s University. He has been involved with the Torch since Spring 2014.

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All content by Troy Mauriello

Sports editors share their favorite quotes from 2016-17

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
March 29, 2017
Photo/Hofstra

Francesa’s path to radio stardom began at SJU

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
March 16, 2017
A physical contest between the two Big East rivals came down to the final shot. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

St. John’s tops Georgetown in old school Big East matchup

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
March 9, 2017
The Johnnies were dominated in the paint most of the afternoon. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com).

Slow start dooms St. John’s in 86-75 loss to Providence

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
March 4, 2017
Federico Mussini scored 11 of his 16 points during a 17-0 St. John's first half run. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

St. John’s holds on against Georgetown, 86-80

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
February 25, 2017

Sideline Standouts: Four of SJU’s longest-tenured coaches talk on their time at the school

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
February 22, 2017
Tariq Owens logged a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com).

St. John’s tops Seton Hall, 78-70

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
February 12, 2017

Naclerio’s unique path to basketball history

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
January 25, 2017
Malik Ellison scored 10 points for the Red Storm. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

Missed opportunities spoil St. John’s upset bid against Villanova

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
January 15, 2017
Marcus LoVett had a team-high 23 points. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

St. John’s has three-game win streak snapped by Creighton

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
January 5, 2017
Tariq Owens was a big part of a Red Storm front court that led the Johnnies to a victory. (Photo: RedStormSports.com)

Red Storm win second straight to open Big East Play

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
January 1, 2017
Head Coach Chris Mullin delivered his first win over a ranked opponent in the Red Storm's 76-73 win over Butler. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

Johnnies score upset at home over 13th-ranked Butler

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
December 30, 2016
Photo Courtesy/RedStormSports.com

Red Storm dominate Syracuse in the Dome, 93-60

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
December 22, 2016

Streaking Red Storm power past Fordham

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
December 8, 2016
Varvaro will graduate from the Port Authority Police Academy on Dec. 8. (Photo Credit: Flickr/murphman61).

Blasts from the Past: Former Johnnie trades in his cleats for a badge

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
December 8, 2016
Akina Wellere leads the Red Storm in points per game early this season. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com).

Red Storm rebound at tournament in Vegas

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
December 1, 2016
Marcus LoVett looks to make an impact in his first season on the court at St. John's (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com).

Courtside: Allow me to reintroduce myself

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
November 22, 2016
Marcus LoVett played exceptional in his debut for the Red Storm. (Photo Credit: RedStormSports.com)

St. John’s Dominates Bethune-Cookman for season-opening win

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
November 16, 2016
Joe Schad curently covers the Miami Dolphins for the Palm Beach Post. (Photo/Palm Beach Post)

Former Editor In Chief journeys from The Torch to the NFL

Carmine Carcieri and Troy Mauriello
October 26, 2016
Shamorie Ponds, from Brooklyn, NY, elected to remain close to home when he committed to St. John's. (Photo Credit: Redstormsports.com)

SJU Freshman Ponds tabbed Big East Preseason Rookie of the Year

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
October 19, 2016
Brendan Eugene, center, was elected president of RedZone in April. (Photo Credit: Facebook/Brendan Eugene)

No shortage of spirit for SJU Senior

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
October 5, 2016
Nitkowski starred at SJU before becoming the ninth overall pick in the 1994 MLB Draft. (Photo Credit: St. John's Athletics)

CJ Nitkowski: From Major League star to media sensation

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
September 28, 2016

Red Storm runs through Rio

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
September 14, 2016
Panik has already won a World Series and been named to an all star team in his short MLB career. (Photo Credit: knbr.com)

Don’t Panik, Joe’s Home

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
September 7, 2016
Photo credit: Athletic Communications

St. John’s baseball stars take next step

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
June 15, 2016
Krystal Puga's homer gave St. John's an extra-innings lead on April 23. (Photo: St. John's/Athletic Communications).

Pitching, timely offense spark St. John’s on the road

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
April 27, 2016
Thomas Hackimer shut the door in the two Red Storm wins. (Photo: St. John's/Athletic Communications).

Baseball takes two against Villanova

Troy Mauriello, Co-Sports Editor
April 20, 2016

Recruit Ponds shines at MSG

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
March 15, 2016
Ron Mvouika attempts a shot against DePaul (Photo: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports)

Red Storm Comeback Falls Short at DePaul

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
March 2, 2016
Red Storm forward Amar Alibegovic (1) shoots the ball against Wildcats forward Darryl Reynolds (45). Derik Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

No. 1 Nova too much for Johnnies

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
February 16, 2016
Aliyyah Handford is second in scoring for St. John’s as she isaveraging 17.3 points per game this season. (Photo: St. John's Athletic Communications)

Handford, Grant lead Johnnies to 7-3 stretch

Troy Mauriello and Carmine Carcieri
January 27, 2016
Kassoum Yakwe has been a force in the paint during his first season in uniform for the Red Storm. (Photo: St. John's Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball slumps during break

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
January 27, 2016
St. John's graduates are trying to find their way in professional basketball (Graphic Design: Steven Verdile: Assistant Design Editor)

Where are they now? Former Red Storm stars excelling in the pros

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
December 2, 2015
In his first game following reinstatement by the NCAA, Felix Balamou was a huge impact in St. John's comeback win over Rutgers (Photo: Athletic Communications)

Balamou reinstatement boosts St. John’s to win over Rutgers

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
November 20, 2015
Federico Mussini scored a game-high 18 points to go along with six assists (Photo: Gina Palermo, Torch Design Edito)

Mussini led Johnnies easy to victory over UMBC

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
November 18, 2015

Courtside: Staff Predictions for Men’s Basketball

Stephen Zitolo, Brandon Mauk, Carmine Carcieri, and Troy Mauriello
November 15, 2015

Courtside: Staff Predictions for Women’s Basketball

Stephen Zitolo, Brandon Mauk, Carmine Carcieri, and Troy Mauriello
November 15, 2015

Courtside: Mullin reels in star-studded staff

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
November 15, 2015

Men’s Soccer: SJU falls short of Big East berth

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
November 11, 2015
Jordan Stagmiller was honored with three other members of the senior class prior to their final game at Belson Stadium (Photo: Gina Palermo, Torch Design Editor)

Red Storm drops another close one on Senior Night

Troy Mauriello, Assistant Sports Editor
November 4, 2015
(Photo: Athletic Communications)

St. John’s Falls to Ninth-Ranked Georgetown

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 28, 2015
Mike Prosuk continues his impressive first season for the Red Storm (Photo: Athletic Communications)

Red Storm Splits Two Big East Battles

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 21, 2015

St. John’s Gives Top-Ranked Creighton a Scare

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 13, 2015
Jordan Stagmiller has recorded a shutout in three-straight matches, garnering him his second straight Big East Goalkeeper of the Week honors.

After tough start, Red Storm catching fire

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 7, 2015

Tough Non-Conference Slate Winding Down for St. John’s Men’s Soccer

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
September 24, 2015

Johnnies show signs of improvement with first win

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
September 18, 2015

St. John’s yet to get first victory, fall to 0-4

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
September 8, 2015
Crowley wins Big East individual title, second straight for SJU

Crowley wins Big East individual title, second straight for SJU

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
April 29, 2015

Ayton’s long journey from England coming to end in S.C.

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
April 22, 2015

Isis Washington leaves St. John’s as a champion

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
April 15, 2015

St. John’s Lacrosse Drops Another One Against Holy Cross

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
March 27, 2015

St. John’s Picks Up First Win Against Stony Brook

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
February 17, 2015

Men’s Basketball falls on the road at 22nd-ranked Butler, 85-62

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
February 4, 2015

Men’s Soccer Falls on Senior Night, Ends Disappointing Season

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
November 12, 2014

Men’s Soccer Team Ends Their Losing Streak

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 29, 2014

Men’s soccer falls at conference rival Marquette

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 15, 2014

Women’s Soccer Rolls Through First Week of Conference Play

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
October 1, 2014

Men’s soccer heating up as they head into Big East play

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
September 25, 2014

Men’s soccer goes winless in their first two games at Belson

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
September 11, 2014

D’Angelo Harrison Wins Haggerty Award

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
April 30, 2014

Mulligan Signs With Cosmos

Troy Mauriello, Staff Writer
April 17, 2014
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