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Sydney Ciardi

Sydney Ciardi, Photo Staff

Sydney Ciardi is a graduate certificate student and a member of The News’ photo staff. She has photographed athletics and events in and around Boston. You can follow her on Instagram at @sydneykcphotos.

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Borgesi looks to strike the puck against Stonehill Oct. 12. The assistant captain ranked fifth among all defensemen in Hockey East last season.

[Photo] How Vinny Borgesi is leading the Huskies to redemption on the ice

Elli Einset, news staff
November 1, 2024

Borgesi looks to strike the puck against Stonehill Oct. 12. The assistant captain ranked fifth among all defensemen in Hockey East last season.

A grey Scottish fold kitten looks around as it's held during the Boston Catstravaganza Oct. 13. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the month: October

Photo Staff
October 31, 2024

A grey Scottish fold kitten looks around as it's held during the Boston Catstravaganza Oct. 13. Read more here.

Northeastern eyes the ball against Harvard Sept. 17. The Huskies tallied 16 shots compared to University of Delaware's 10 Oct. 19.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer dominates offensively, routing Delaware for first CAA win of the season

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
October 26, 2024

Northeastern eyes the ball against Harvard Sept. 17. The Huskies tallied 16 shots compared to University of Delaware's 10 Oct. 19.

Jessie Hunt dribbles the ball against Monmouth Sept. 29. The Husky tallied an assist over Campbell Oct. 20 to total 26 career assists, a program record.

[Photo] Northeastern beats Campbell 4-0 in their first at-home victory of the season

Aoife Jeffries, news staff
October 23, 2024

Jessie Hunt dribbles the ball against Monmouth Sept. 29. The Husky tallied an assist over Campbell Oct. 20 to total 26 career assists, a program record.

Colby Hegarty interacts with spectators at Northeastern's match against Harvard Sept. 17. The Husky helped shut out the Crimson, keeping the game to a 0-0 draw.

[Photo] Colby Hegarty takes a victory lap for his sixth and final season

Frances Klemm, news staff
October 23, 2024

Hegarty protects the net against Harvard Sept. 17. He tallied 10 combined saves over University of Massachusetts Lowell and Stony Brook University Sept. 24 and Sept. 27, respectively.

Jaden Bogden battles for possession of the puck against Boston University Oct. 11. The Husky notched the fourth and final goal over Holy Cross Oct. 19.

[Photo] Huskies come out victorious after chippy 4-2 win against Holy Cross

Frances Klemm, news staff
October 22, 2024

Jaden Bogden battles for possession of the puck against Boston University Oct. 11. The Husky notched the fourth and final goal over Holy Cross Oct. 19.

A judge holds Luka, a Norwegian Forest Cat, which is a rare breed in North America. The judge presented the 5-year-old cat as part of a discussion on Siberian history.

A celebration of cats in Boston’s South End

Sydney Ciardi, photo staff
October 21, 2024

The Boston Center for the Arts’ Cyclorama was filled with people and cats Oct. 12 and 13, who gathered to celebrate felines at the Boston Catstravaganza hosted by Loving Cats Worldwide.  Over two...

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Oscar is presented during the show. Oscar was born in Puerto Rico and now lives in Brighton.

Oscar is presented during the show. Oscar was born in Puerto Rico and now lives in Brighton.

A cat owner answers questions about their Sphynx. Children were eager to learn about the cats at the event and have the chance to meet them.

A cat owner answers questions about their Sphynx. Children were eager to learn about the cats at the event and have the chance to meet them.

The Roxbury shop Rye & Co. offers pet portraits for customers. Many people purchased drawings of their cats throughout the day.

The Roxbury shop Rye & Co. offers pet portraits for customers. Many people purchased drawings of their cats throughout the day.

Vendors sell a variety of cat-related items at booths surrounding the stages. Some vendors traveled from across the states while others were Boston-based.

Vendors sell a variety of cat-related items at booths surrounding the stages. Some vendors traveled from across the states while others were Boston-based.

Daiquiri enjoys a treat between shows. The tortoiseshell cat won Best All Breed among three of the five judges.

Daiquiri enjoys a treat between shows. The tortoiseshell cat won Best All Breed among three of the five judges.

Chester, an Abyssinian cat, captures the attention of show attendees. Chester was one of three Abyssinian breeders entered into the competition.

Chester, an Abyssinian cat, captures the attention of show attendees. Chester was one of three Abyssinian breeders entered into the competition.

A child poses with a Scottish fold kitten. Many people took pictures with the cats.

A child poses with a Scottish fold kitten. Many people took pictures with the cats.

An attendee holds a Scottish fold cat. While many cats were entered in the competition, attendees were able to bring their own cats as well.

An attendee holds a Scottish fold cat. While many cats were entered in the competition, attendees were able to bring their own cats as well.

Scottish fold kittens play with a feather while awaiting judging. The kittens were 3  months old.

Scottish fold kittens play with a feather while awaiting judging. The kittens were 3 months old.

Shelley Elliot-Jenkins judges Trinity in her judging circle. Trinity was named Best Household Cat.

Shelley Elliot-Jenkins judges Trinity in her judging circle. Trinity was named Best Household Cat.

Steven Meserve, founder of Loving Cats Worldwide, judges a cat before an audience. Cats were assessed based on features such as temperament and physical appearance.

Steven Meserve, founder of Loving Cats Worldwide, judges a cat before an audience. Cats were assessed based on features such as temperament and physical appearance.

Fraser Brown reaches for the ball against Campbell Sept. 7. He notched Northeastern's second goal over Dartmouth Oct. 15.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer emerges victorious in match against Dartmouth

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
October 20, 2024

Fraser Brown reaches for the ball against Campbell Sept. 7. He notched Northeastern's second goal over Dartmouth Oct. 15.

Skylar Irving fights for the puck in the 4-0 shutout over Boston University Oct. 11. She potted the game-winner against Quinnipiac University Oct. 4, getting named Hockey East Player of the Week following the performance.

[Photo] In her final season as a Husky, Skylar Irving looks to leave her mark

Elli Einset, news staff
October 16, 2024

Skylar Irving fights for the puck in the 4-0 shutout over Boston University Oct. 11. She potted the game-winner against Quinnipiac University Oct. 4, getting named Hockey East Player of the Week following...

Freshman forward Ben Poitras eyes the puck as it flies across the ice in Northeastern's matchup against Stonehill Oct. 12. The Huskies totaled 35 shots compared to the Skyhawks' 18.

[Photo] Welcome back, Huskies: Northeastern earns first season win against Stonehill

Esha Minhas, deputy sports editor
October 15, 2024

Jack Williams battles for possession against the Skyhawks Oct. 12. He notched two of Northeastern's goals in the 5-1 win, tallying a game-high five shots.

Tomas Sciarra fights for possession against Harvard Sept. 17. The Husky secured a shot on goal for the last three straight games.

[Photo] Tomas Sciarra is ‘hungrier than ever,’ making an impact for Northeastern men’s soccer

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
October 14, 2024

Sciarra battles hard in the 0-0 tie versus Harvard Sept. 17. He tallied half the goals in Northeastern’s only win of the season, 4-2, against Merrimack Sept. 10.

Northeastern embraces after adding another goal over BU in the 4-0 shutout Oct. 11. Rookie Éloïse Caron tallied two of Northeastern's goals.

[Photo] Huskies clinch 4-0 shutout victory over crosstown rival Boston University

Frances Klemm, news staff
October 14, 2024

Caron celebrates her goal over BU Oct. 11. The Husky was named Hockey East Rookie of the Week following the two-goal performance.

Gomez celebrates with her team in a 3-1 win over UNCW Sept. 22. She tallied a game-high 12 kills and five aces in the match.

[Photo] Kinley Gomez overcomes adversity — and excels on the court

Cassandra Joyce, news staff
October 8, 2024

Gomez jumps, trying to get the kill against Dartmouth Sept. 8. The Husky notched a career-best 15 kills over UNCW Sept. 21.

Mak Graves keeps her eyes on the ball, trying to hold possession over the Tribe Oct. 4. The Husky notched Northeastern’s fourth and final goal of the game.

[Photo] Northeastern field hockey records first CAA win of the season against William & Mary

Grace Cargill, news staff
October 7, 2024

Mak Graves keeps her eyes on the ball, trying to hold possession over the Tribe Oct. 4. The Husky notched Northeastern’s fourth and final goal of the game.

Brynn Smith jumps for the kill. She tallied a career-high 21 kills in the first matchup against William & Mary Oct. 4.

[Photo] Northeastern volleyball dominates William & Mary during Latinx match

Cassandra Joyce, news staff
October 7, 2024

The Huskies circle up to discuss their game plan. Northeastern tallied 64 points compared to William & Mary’s 39 in the Oct. 5 matchup.

Actors, performers and vendors congregate around 12:45 p.m. to parade through the fairgrounds, playing music and displaying tricks. During the parade, they called out to other performers and vendors and interacted with attendees.

King Richard’s Faire brings the 16th century to life

Sydney Ciardi, photo staff
October 7, 2024

Every year, over 100,000 people visit King Richard's Faire during its eight-week season, which stretches from the end of the summer into early fall. The renaissance fair, founded in 1981, is located approximately...

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An artisan demonstrates fabric spinning. Many of the items sold at the fair were handmade.

An artisan demonstrates fabric spinning. Many of the items sold at the fair were handmade.

An aerialist performs on the Dance Stage. Each show repeated every few hours to give guests
many opportunities to attend multiple acts of their choice during their visit.

An aerialist performs on the Dance Stage. Each show repeated every few hours to give guests many opportunities to attend multiple acts of their choice during their visit.

 Actors playing King Richard and Queen Anne perform “Wedding Bell Blues.” The comedy musical contained two acts with a two-hour break for audience members to explore the fair.

Actors playing King Richard and Queen Anne perform “Wedding Bell Blues.” The comedy musical contained two acts with a two-hour break for audience members to explore the fair.

A vendor displays necklaces at their booth. Jewelry, Celtic clothing and pottery were just some items that could be purchased at the fair.

A vendor displays necklaces at their booth. Jewelry, Celtic clothing and pottery were just some items that could be purchased at the fair.

Performers manually operate a ride. The flying carousel was just one of many rides at the fair and was open to both children and adults.

Performers manually operate a ride. The flying carousel was just one of many rides at the fair and was open to both children and adults.

A skilled leather crafter demonstrates the process of making a bag. Vendors showcased their skills inside their shops and booths.

A skilled leather crafter demonstrates the process of making a bag. Vendors showcased their skills inside their shops and booths.

Fair workers make and sell “Kettle Korn.” Other snacks included fried dough, cotton candy and more.

Fair workers make and sell “Kettle Korn.” Other snacks included fried dough, cotton candy and more.

 A mother and daughter participate in knife throwing. Interactive activities included crossbow shooting, axe throwing, darts and archery, which were spread across 80 acres of fairground.

A mother and daughter participate in knife throwing. Interactive activities included crossbow shooting, axe throwing, darts and archery, which were spread across 80 acres of fairground.

A performer demonstrates his skill by juggling three flaming torches. The “Wonder Show” was an act of psychic comedy and magic.

A performer demonstrates his skill by juggling three flaming torches. The “Wonder Show” was an act of psychic comedy and magic.

A child tries their hand at jousting at the “Dragon Joust.” To win, participants had to ride a biplane while removing a ring from the dragon with a wooden sword.

A child tries their hand at jousting at the “Dragon Joust.” To win, participants had to ride a biplane while removing a ring from the dragon with a wooden sword.

 Onlookers watch as actors perform the sport of jousting, popularized in the first half of the
13th century The goal of the sport was to unhorse the opponent by hitting the other’s shield with their lance.

Onlookers watch as actors perform the sport of jousting, popularized in the first half of the 13th century The goal of the sport was to unhorse the opponent by hitting the other’s shield with their...

A family takes pictures in the stocks outside the “Dragonwick Dungeon” show. The exhibit
showcased a variety of medieval torture devices.

A family takes pictures in the stocks outside the “Dragonwick Dungeon” show. The exhibit showcased a variety of medieval torture devices.

Captain Lauren Rowe maintains possession of the ball Sept. 22. She notched three goals against UMass Lowell Sept. 29, getting named CAA Player of the Week.

[Photo] Northeastern field hockey clinches 6-3 victory against UMass Lowell

Grace Cargill, news staff
October 2, 2024

Captain Lauren Rowe maintains possession of the ball Sept. 22. She notched three goals against UMass Lowell Sept. 29, getting named CAA Player of the Week.

Avery LeVangie maintains possession against Monmouth Sept. 29. She scored Northeastern’s only goal of the game, her second of the season.

[Photo] Northeastern loses 2-1 to Monmouth in a close, fast-paced matchup

Aoife Jeffries, news staff
October 1, 2024

Avery LeVangie maintains possession against Monmouth Sept. 29. She scored Northeastern’s only goal of the game, her second of the season.

Men's soccer Senior forward Ethan Franco jumps over a Campbell defender Sept. 7. Read more here.

[Photo] Photos of the month: September

Photo Staff
October 1, 2024

Men's soccer Senior forward Ethan Franco jumps over a Campbell defender Sept. 7. Read more here.

Kaylin Daniels jumps for the hit against UNCW Sept. 22. The Husky was the game leader in blocks, tallying nine.

[Photo] Northeastern volleyball defeats UNCW for second conference win

Cassandra Joyce, news staff
September 26, 2024

Kaylin Daniels jumps for the hit against UNCW Sept. 22. The Husky was the game leader in blocks, tallying nine.

Sebastian Restrepo slides toward the ball versus Campbell Sept. 7. The Husky led Northeastern’s efforts against William & Mary Sept. 21, tallying three shots, including two on goal.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer defeated in conference game against William & Mary

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
September 24, 2024

Sebastian Restrepo slides toward the ball versus Campbell Sept. 7. The Husky led Northeastern’s efforts against William & Mary Sept. 21, tallying three shots, including two on goal.

Junior midfielder Kade Tepe keeps his eye on the ball, fighting for possession with a Harvard defender Sept. 17. The Crimson only earned two shots on goal compared to Northeastern’s five in the 0-0 match.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer ties Harvard despite strong offensive performance

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
September 19, 2024

Junior midfielder Kade Tepe keeps his eye on the ball, fighting for possession with a Harvard defender Sept. 17. The Crimson only earned two shots on goal compared to Northeastern’s five in the 0-0 match.

Senior forward Ethan Franco jumps over a Campbell defender Sept. 7. The Huskies tallied just five shots on goal against Drexel Sept. 14.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer struggles offensively with 1-0 loss against Drexel

Sofia Garrett, sports editor
September 16, 2024

Senior forward Ethan Franco jumps over a Campbell defender Sept. 7. The Huskies tallied just five shots on goal against Drexel Sept. 14.

Northeastern’s sophomore defender Thomas Vold jumps for the header against Campbell Saturday. The Huskies tallied only nine shots in the shutout loss.

[Photo] Northeastern men’s soccer falls short in first league game

Elli Einset, news staff
September 9, 2024

Senior Sebastian Restrepo fights for possession of the ball. He received a yellow card in the second half of the match.