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Among other changes, the constitutional revisions introduced the roles of parliamentarian and inclusivity officer to the Student Government Executive Board. (Photo by Shreya Raizada 25 for Lafayette College Student Government)
Student Government revises constitution, looks for final approval from faculty, Board of Trustees in October
The promoted professors come from every corner of campus. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College)
Nearly two dozen professors receive promotions
Cars parked on College Avenue were relocated to the Leopard Deck in preparation for the construction.
One lane of College Avenue closed for maintenance on Hill
Michael Butler 22 interned with the United Nations before taking his current State Department role. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Michael Butler ’22 applies Lafayette education to State Department job
It is uncertain what the Simon Center will be used for after the relocation of the Economics Department. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Economics Department to move to Kunkel Hall, retain Simon name
Skillman Library offers a variety of technology for loan, including calculators, laptops, projectors and cameras.
You get a condom! You get a calculator! You get a camera!
The textbook delays can be attributed to supply chain issues, over-enrollment, late textbook requests and more.
Students left waiting for textbooks
Baileys Heath Center is offering Covid-19 Deans Excuses for students. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lack of COVID-19 guidelines generates confusion
Professors have expressed frustration with the growing class sizes of first year seminars.
College enrolls oversized freshman class, stressing First Year Seminars
Going forward, students who repeat a class will now have increased opportunity to raise their GPA. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)
Course repeat policy updated for fall 2022
Among other changes, the constitutional revisions introduced the roles of parliamentarian and inclusivity officer to the Student Government Executive Board. (Photo by Shreya Raizada 25 for Lafayette College Student Government)
Student Government revises constitution, looks for final approval from faculty, Board of Trustees in October
Student Government meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for Lafayette College Student Government)
Student Government leaders discuss fall semester plans
Student group budget requests totaled over $750,000 this semester. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for Lafayette College Student Government)
New budget request process leaves clubs feeling underfunded
Members of The Lafayette met with the Budget Committee to discuss concerns about the papers budget allocation this past Wednesday.
Unclear future for The Lafayette after Student Government budget cut
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.
Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments
The promoted professors come from every corner of campus. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College)
Nearly two dozen professors receive promotions
Professors have expressed frustration with the growing class sizes of first year seminars.
College enrolls oversized freshman class, stressing First Year Seminars
Professor Muppaneni broke down barriers for women of color in STEM fields. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Engineering Facebook)
Dr. Naga Spandana Muppaneni, cherished professor of electrical and computer engineering, passes away
Professor Woo said that the pandemic allowed his to refine his teaching skills, given the new online challenges. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette community looks back on experiences during pandemic
(Photo by Brandon Marin 22)
Faculty votes in favor of restructuring, cuts faculty committees by over half
Miss Jacksons Kitchen includes a lounge space, which the owner implied students could use for studying.
Don Juan’s owner to open Southern-style restaurant, replacing Trolley Stop
Ballots are due to the Northampton County Courthouse, located at 669 Washington Street, by 8 p.m. on May 7. (Photo courtesy WDIY)
Easton primary election guide
The Confluence, which will include numerous amenities, is set to benefit the local economy and provide the government with real-estate and income tax revenue. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Easton’s new multi-purpose building to break ground by September
Eastons train station fell into disrepair after the Lehigh Valley Railroad abandoned its last passenger trains in 1961. (Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress)
What happened to Easton’s train station?
Lafayette College Public Saftey determined the shooting was not a threat to the campus. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Shooting in Easton Centre Square leaves one injured, suspect at large
The Suffolk County, N.Y. district attorney is looking to upgrade the charges against Flanagan (pictured). (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 due back in court this November, seeks plea deal
Road markings show the path of the vehicle driven by Kyle Flanagan 22 as it collided with a tree. (Photo by Joe Werkmeister for The Suffolk Times)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 charged with DUI after deadly crash
Lafayette College Public Saftey determined the shooting was not a threat to the campus. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Shooting in Easton Centre Square leaves one injured, suspect at large
Public Safety, which is still investigating the situation, encourages anybody with knowledge of who the individual could have been to reach out to their office. (Photo courtesy of Public Safety)
Public Safety responds to rumor about naked man with knife
Students allege that officers have failed to wear masks while sharing patrol cars with others. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)
Public Safety officers reminded to wear masks, but questions remain
The College Republicans and College Democrats came together in a bipartisan effort to remember 9/11.
College Democrats, Republicans coordinate 9/11 discussion
Biden announced the student loan forgiveness program with the backdrop of broader economic concerns (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
College students’ salvation?: Mixed reactions to President Biden’s plan to forgive student debt
Protests have erupted across the country to oppose the draft ruling. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
Campus reacts to leaked draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade
Ballots are due to the Northampton County Courthouse, located at 669 Washington Street, by 8 p.m. on May 7. (Photo courtesy WDIY)
Easton primary election guide
John Brown was elected to the Northampton County Council last November. (Photo courtesy Northampton County)
A sit-down with John Brown, the local councilman running for lieutenant governor
The shrimp and grits bowl and the hot chicken sandwich were among the editorial staffs favorites. 
Restaurant Review: Miss Jackson’s serves Southern comfort food at steep price
Professor Tamara Carley traveled to Iceland this summer for her volcanic research. (Photo courtesy of Tamara Carley)
A study in ice and fire: Geology professor Tamara Carley receives grant to research volcanoes, inspire students
The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Center on the third floor of Scott Hall provides resources and assistance to students who are learning English.
English for Academic Purposes Center fosters academic, cultural understanding for international students
Scrap Night featured several performances from Lafayette student artists. (Photo courtesy of Harvest Gil 25)
Scrap Night hands mic to Lafayette student artists
Septimus Hodge and Thomasina Coverly are played by Peter Canevari 23 and Ani Brutus ‘26, respectively.
Performance review: ‘Arcadia’ overflows with wit, energy and spectacle
Rapper Téo Rodriguez 24 is currently working on new music that will be released by May. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: ‘My music is vulnerable’: Téo Rodriguez ’24 opens up through rap
Alex Diaz 22 specializes in black and white digital photography. (Photo by Alex Diaz 22)
Student Artist Spotlight: Alex Diaz ’22 empowers queer students of color through art
Through their art, Sadie Graeff 22 asks viewers to question what makes a person who they are. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student artist spotlight: Sadie Graeff ’22 explores facets of identity with art
Corey Beck 22 leads Lafayettes Pep Band on and off the field. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student Artist Spotlight: Corey Beck ‘22 reflects on time with pep band before conducting at his final football game
Anna Zittle ‘22 is the vocal director for the upcoming Marquis Players production of ‘The Wedding Singer. (Photo courtesy of Anna Zittle)
Student Artist Spotlight: Anna Zittle ‘22 on the integration of music and math
The shrimp and grits bowl and the hot chicken sandwich were among the editorial staffs favorites. 
Restaurant Review: Miss Jackson’s serves Southern comfort food at steep price
Septimus Hodge and Thomasina Coverly are played by Peter Canevari 23 and Ani Brutus ‘26, respectively.
Performance review: ‘Arcadia’ overflows with wit, energy and spectacle
The cover of Iona Iversons Rules for Commuting. The words Sometimes you have to break the rules are the top. It is bright orange with pink purses throughout the cover. A logo of a dog is at the bottom.
Book Review: ‘Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting’: Undeniable charm, lovable characters
Baz Luhrmanns Elvis biopic, featuring Austin Butler in the titular role, is now available on HBO Max. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Overly simplistic ‘Elvis’ biopic hits streaming services
Alice Wongs memoir Year of the Tiger: An Activists Life is made up of past essays, interview and podcast transcripts, mantras and more. (Photo courtesy of Penguin Random House)
Book Review: Activist Alice Wong releases fierce, biting and hilarious memoir with ‘Year of the Tiger’
New owner Martin Ramirez with employee Brian Cortes. Ramirez took over as Tierra De Fuegos owner just last week. (Photo courtesy of Brian Cortes)
Small Business Spotlight: Tierra De Fuego brings modern, traditional Colombian cuisine to Easton
Sia Bassil has owned The Carmelcorn Shop in downtown Easton since 1996. (Photo courtesy of @thecarmelcornshop on Instagram)
Small Business Spotlight: The Carmelcorn Shop serves up sweet treats for Easton
Vanessa Ungvarsky, owner of Taylor Made Polish, creates nail polishes that are not only stylish but also environmentally conscious. (Photo by Alexandra Whitney Daisy Willis For Lehigh Valley Style)
Small Business Spotlight: Taylor Made Polish fuses well-being and self-expression with customizable nail products
Destiny Ortiz Fernandez 22 runs Des Naild It, an affordable alternative for students looking to get their nails done on campus. (Photo courtesy of LinkedIn)
Student Business Spotlight: Destiny Ortiz Fernandez ’22 brings clients’ visions to life with Des Naild It
Isasuma sells handmade accessories from Colombia, donating a portion of the proceeds to the La Guajira region. (Photo courtesy of Isasuma)
Small Business Spotlight: Isasuma brings Colombian charm to downtown Easton
The cover of Iona Iversons Rules for Commuting. The words Sometimes you have to break the rules are the top. It is bright orange with pink purses throughout the cover. A logo of a dog is at the bottom.
Book Review: ‘Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting’: Undeniable charm, lovable characters
The Invisible Husband of Frick Island details one strange habit of Frick Islands townspeople through the investigation of a curious journalist. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: ‘The Invisible Husband of Frick Island:’ Intriguing premise, disappointing resolution
Book Lovers tells the story of big city editor Charlie and literary agent Nora, who cross paths in a small town over the summer. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: Emily Henry strikes rom-com gold with ‘Book Lovers’
Last Summer at the Golden Hotel tells the story of two families deciding whether or not to sell their hotel and the drama that ensues. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
‘Last Summer at the Golden Hotel’ expertly balances family drama and nostalgia
Beautiful World, Where Are You follows the story of Alice and Eileen, two college best friends, and their experiences with work, romance and finding themselves. (Photo courtesy of Penguin Random House Canada)
Book Review: ‘Beautiful World, Where Are You’ stuns with complex, nuanced characters
The Block pARTy and Porchfest promote art and community to College Hill residents.
Photo Essay: From Parsons Street to porches: College Hill celebrates two artsy traditions
Meet the Editors
Photo Essay: Ordinary moments with extraordinary people
Photo Essay: There’s snow place like nationals
Photo Essay: Pawpalooza
Members of ALW march in the colleges first Take Back the Night in 1993. From L-R, Nora Isaacs 94, Eileen Kelly 94, Laine Fast 94, Jennifer Devlin Burke 94, Ellie Dunham Kelley 94, Laura Bennett Brogan 94, Katrina Zafiriadis 95 and Jennifer Edwards 94. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Devlin Burke 94)
‘If we don’t, who will?’: Fifty years of sexual assault peer education at Lafayette
Eastons train station fell into disrepair after the Lehigh Valley Railroad abandoned its last passenger trains in 1961. (Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress)
What happened to Easton’s train station?
The military camp remained on Lafayette’s campus through the 1960s, leading the development of the ROTC program. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
How Lafayette became a military training camp during WWI
The Chateau was owned by the Kirby family until 1983 when it was donated to the college. Photo taken in 1983. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Special Collections)
Lafayette’s castle on the hill: A look at the Chateau
Once hosting primarily Presbyterian services, Colton Chapel is now home to the spiritual life of many different religious groups on campus. (Photo by Lauren Yoder 25)
A Presbyterian past and interfaith present: Religious life at Lafayette through the decades
Senior forward Felicitas Hannes sprints up the field, looking to put the Leopards in front during their upset victory over Princeton. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Following loss to Bucknell, Field Hockey upsets seventh ranked Princeton in overtime
The Equestrian Team will have another show tomorrow at Moravian University. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
Equestrian starts off with win, looks to another promising season
Womens basketball alum Naomi Ganpo was named a Victory Scholar, an honor that will take her athletic and academic career to Ireland. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball graduate Naomi Ganpo ’22 awarded scholarship to spend year in Ireland
Senior forward Sara Oswald takes it up the pitch as the Leopards look to score during their 2-2 tie with American University. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer ties American in third Patriot League matchup
Senior goalkeeper Alex Sutton drills a goal kick to advance the ball during Lafayettes scoreless draw with Boston University. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Boston University
As a primary contact athletic trainer, Amber Kinney works with student-athletes on both their physical and mental well-being. (Photo courtesy of Philip LaBella)
Meet Amber Kinney: Lafayette football’s first female primary contact athletic trainer
Sophomore lineman Ryder Langsdale gestures touchdown as the Leopards celebrate Ryan Schusters successful QB sneak into the end zone. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football shows signs of life during loss to 15th ranked William & Mary
Senior wide receiver Joe Gillette is now catching passes and running routes for the Leopards once again after beating cancer. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Joe Gillette beats cancer to return to Lafayette football
Senior linebacker Jyaire Stevens rings the Lafayette bell after forcing a fumble in the second quarter of the Leopards game at Lincoln Financial Field.
Leopards fall to FBS foe Temple in hard fought battle
Freshman quarterback Ryan Schuster drops back and runs away from the rush during the Leopards 6-0 win over Sacred Heart. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette stands at the goal line to beat Sacred Heart for Coach Troxell’s first win
Senior goalkeeper Alex Sutton drills a goal kick to advance the ball during Lafayettes scoreless draw with Boston University. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Boston University
Sophomore defender and defensive player of the week Eoin Martin takes it up the pitch for the Leopards during his strong performance against Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer logs impressive victories over Holy Cross, St. Peter’s
Senior forward Marcos Kitromilides dribbles past a defender during their win over Temple, in which he scored two of the three Lafayette goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer four-game win streak snapped after loss to St. Francis
Sophomore striker Lawrence Aydlett rockets a shot on goal in Lafayettes shutout victory against Drexel. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer adds two non-league wins, Tis’ game winner marks first collegiate goal
The Leopards jump together in celebration of freshman April McDonalds first career goal against St. Peters. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer gains win after three consecutive non-league losses
New mens basketball Associate Head Coach Mike McGarvey (left) joins the Lafayette coaching staff following an impressive career at Lycoming College. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Head Coach Mike Jordan announces first staffing changes for new generation of Leopards Basketball
Junior Leo OBoyle drives and puts up a contested lay up during senior day loss against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends season in overtime heartbreaker following a senior day loss to Lehigh
James Harden, along with Paul Millsap, was traded from the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for four 76ers players, including the high-ranking Ben Simmons. (Photo courtesy Getty Images)
Students react to Ben Simmons, James Harden trade
Freshman guard Abby Antongnoli drives past a defender in her career high 17 points, five assists performance against Bucknell. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Womans Basketball on Instagram)
Women’s basketball falls to Bucknell
The team huddles during their second straight win, a comeback victory over Bucknell at Kirby Sports Center. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette mens basketball Instagram)
Men’s basketball wins a thriller at home in overtime, beaten by Navy
Senior forward Felicitas Hannes sprints up the field, looking to put the Leopards in front during their upset victory over Princeton. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Following loss to Bucknell, Field Hockey upsets seventh ranked Princeton in overtime
Freshman forward Hannah Findlay controls possession for the Leopards as she races to score her first career goal in Lafayettes win over New Hampshire. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field Hockey drops league opener, ends losing streak with win over New Hampshire
Senior forward Felicitas Hannes controls the ball against Quinnipiac in a 1-0 loss. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey struggles, drops two out-of-conference games
Field hockey huddles to discuss strategy during a game this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey loses two non-conference games on the road
Field hockey opens 2022 season with a win and a loss after being ranked second overall in the preseason poll. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey opens season with 1-1 record, earns several preseason honors
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
Sophomore Davus Esslinger fires a backhand during his singles match against Holy Cross last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite defeat in playoffs, bright future ahead for Lafayette tennis
Junior Nash Lovallo participating in a doubles match against Bucknell last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated by Bucknell in final regular season match
Arman Ganchi 25 mid-serve during his court one victory over Loyola. This domination led to his receiving the Patriot League Player of the Week. (Photo Courtesy of Goleopards.com)
Freshman Arman Ganchi named Patriot League Player of the Week
The womens lacrosse team remained on campus over spring break to compete in two games and prepare for upcoming Patriot League play. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Relaxing spring break? Not for these athletes
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Lafayette volleyball swept New Hampshire before falling to Fairfield in straight sets at the Villanova Classic to open the season. (Photo by Sarah Boekholder for GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in two matches, wins one in season opener
The club volleyball celebrates their seniors last competition at regionals this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of Dolce Whitwell 23)
Club women’s volleyball rounds out season with third place finish at regionals
Lafayette volleyballs Leanna Deegan dominates four consecutive matches en route to PL Player of the Week Honors. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)
Senior outside hitter Leanna Deegan named Patriot League Player of the Week
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.
Letter to the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Teaching Black literature at Lafayette: A reconsideration
Generations of Ukrainian-American women protesting for Ukraine. Adriana Tymchenko (top left) and Renata Hanchuk (top right) above their respective daughters forty years later, Ksenia Tymchenko 25 (bottom left) and Deanna Hanchuk 22 (bottom right).
Ukrainians are fluent in the language of protest, but the fight belongs to all of us
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.
Letter to the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Photo by Lucie Lagodich 22
Letter from the editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
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Freshman Michael Hayes looks to pitch the ball back to junior Julius Young during the Lafayette Maroon and White game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Football plays annual Maroon and White Game, looks ahead to fall season

May 6, 2022
On national signing day, the Lafayette College football team added 16 promising recruits to their roster for the class of 2026. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Football welcomes 16 new recruits for the class of 2026

February 11, 2022
Freshman guard Kylie Favours drives to the lane looking for the open shot as the Leopards do their best to snap their six game skid. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Simmons for GoLeopards)

Women’s basketball falls to American in heartbreaker

February 4, 2022
Junior Neal Quinn (pictured) drives through the lane for an easy two in his game-making performance in the win against American. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Leopards thrash American in first game after O’Hanlon announces retirement

January 28, 2022
Junior Jessica Booth (pictured) goes for an easy fast break layup in the Lafayette womens basketball victory over New Jersey Institute of Technology. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s basketball dominates NJIT in second straight win

December 10, 2021
Lafayette footballs offense struggled to score against Holy Crosss solid defense this past Saturday. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Lafayette football fails to beat undefeated Holy Cross

November 12, 2021
Abbott has been a major contributor to the Lafayette field hockey teams successful season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Abbott’s dominant play continues, claiming 4th Patriot League Weekly Award of season

October 29, 2021

Sports Recap Central

October 22, 2021
The Leopards womens soccer team dominated the contest against Holy Cross on Saturday, striking early and solidifying their defense to clench their second Patriot League win. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Lafayette nets second Patriot League win over Holy Cross

October 22, 2021
The Leopards hit their stride at the UConn Invitational, riding momentum to a third place finish in the three day event. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Golf takes third place at UConn Invitational as senior Ryan Tall wins Patriot League Golfer of the Week

October 8, 2021
Rick Fisher was the Lafayette Leopard from 2006-2021. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

The Lafayette Leopard retires after 15 years

October 8, 2021
Senior Leanna Deegan reaches 1000 kills as Leopards win consecutive Patriot League matches

Senior Leanna Deegan reaches 1000 kills as Leopards win consecutive Patriot League matches

October 1, 2021
The Lafayette tennis teams compete in back-to-back invitationals. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette tennis teams have strong showing at men’s and women’s Siena Invitational

September 17, 2021
Senior forward Marcos Kitromilides has had a strong season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Hazel and Kitromilides named Men’s Hermann Trophy Watch List after 2021 spring season

September 3, 2021
Cronin tied for third place at the conference championship in May. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Senior Brendan Cronin becomes first Lafayette golfer to be named Patriot League Scholar-Athlete of the Year

May 21, 2021
This spring was the first semester ever that all fall and spring sports teams played simultaneously. (Photo courtesy of Caroline Burns 22)

Athletic Director Sherryta Freeman reflects on an unorthodox spring season

May 14, 2021
Sutton has started every single game in goal since arriving at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Third time’s the charm?: Goalie Alex Sutton is ready to dominate PL soccer for two more seasons

May 14, 2021
The end of the season was identical to how the Leopards finished in spring 2019. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s tennis falls in conference quarterfinals to top-ranked Boston

May 7, 2021
Branch broke the record, which stood since 1984, by over five seconds. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Senior distance runner Ryan Branch goes out on top

May 7, 2021
Woodward made his first appearance for the Low-A Clearwater Threshers on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Former Lafayette pitcher JP Woodward joins Philadelphia Phillies affiliate program

May 7, 2021
The departments DEI plan will work in conjunction with existing student groups like Athlete Ally. (Photo courtesy of Athlete Ally Instagram)

Lafayette athletics releases updated diversity, equity, and inclusion plan

April 30, 2021
Kucowski was named the Patriot League Player of the Year in March. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Natalie Kucowski ’21 selected 35th overall in the WNBA draft by reigning champs Seattle Storm

April 23, 2021
Jacobs did not begin running competitively until the end of her junior year in high school. (Photo courtesy of Ainsley Jacobs 21)

Ainsley Jacobs breaks 18-year-old school record in the 5000-meter run

April 16, 2021

Sports Recap Central

April 16, 2021
Senior quarterback Sean OMalley nearly scored a touchdown on this play, but stepped out of bounds. (Photo by Cole Jacobson 24)

Lafayette beats Lehigh for consecutive Rivalry wins

April 11, 2021
Stephens totaled over 1,000 points in his career at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Stephens Instagram)

Senior guard E.J. Stephens is taking his talents to Minnesota

April 9, 2021
Lafayette won the most recent meeting in 2019 to break a four-year Rivalry drought. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Lafayette welcomes Lehigh to Fisher Stadium for 156th Rivalry game

April 9, 2021
Pictured are the NCAA weight rooms for the men (left) and the women (right). (Photos courtesy of Sedona Prince TikTok)

Recent TikTok video highlights gender-based inequities in the NCAA

March 26, 2021
The football team celebrates their first win over Colgate since 2014. (Photo by Cole Jacobson 24)

Leopards rush their way to a 24-10 victory over Colgate in football season opener

March 19, 2021
Senior captain Bora Mutis won five bouts in foil against Drew. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing ends spring season with two narrow losses to Drew University

March 19, 2021
Sophomore guard Jess Booth scored eight points in the game against Boston University. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s basketball season ends with quarterfinal loss to Boston University

March 12, 2021
Dr. Kayes forum was titled Uprooting Racism and Inequality: Exploring What it Means to Practice Antiracism (Photo courtesy of Loyola Maryland website)

Patriot League speaker series continues with ‘Today with Dr. Kaye’ host Karsonya Whitehead

February 26, 2021
Once competitions begin, student-athletes will be tested up to three times a week. (Photo courtesy of Chuck Zovko)

A plan months in the making: How the college is keeping athletes safe from illness and injury

February 26, 2021
Freshman quarterback Keegan Shoemaker was named the Patriot League Rookie of the Year in 2019. (Photo courtesy of athletic communications)

Football still without starting quarterback after Shoemaker transfer

February 19, 2021
Three new captains look to lead womens lacrosse into tournament play this spring

Three new captains look to lead women’s lacrosse into tournament play this spring

February 19, 2021

With 21 new players on the roster, football looks forward to an exciting spring season

February 12, 2021
Once competitions begin, student-athletes will be tested up to three times a week. (Photo courtesy of Chuck Zovko)

All Patriot League sports will resume this spring, as conference announces ambitious schedule for competition

January 14, 2021
Senior guard Justin Jaworski was named to the All-Patriot League First Team last week. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball splits first weekend series against Lehigh as Jaworski shines

January 6, 2021
Athletic Director Sherryta Freeman is working on racial justice initiatives both within the department and the Patriot League. (Photo courtesy of athletic communications)

Athletic department continues work on racial justice initiatives with detailed plan, participation in league-wide commission

November 20, 2020
The NCAA recruiting ban prevents any in-person events with prospective athletes until January 1. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Athletic department works around NCAA recruiting ban with virtual visits for prospective athletes

November 13, 2020
Junior Malik Hamm was the Patriot League Defensive Player of the Year in 2019. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications.)

Malik Hamm earns All-America honors despite canceled season

October 19, 2020
Lafayette pitcher JP Woodward signs with the Philadelphia Phillies

Lafayette pitcher JP Woodward signs with the Philadelphia Phillies

July 2, 2020

Steve Kinsey introduced as new assistant director of organized sports

March 13, 2020
Sophomore catcher Dylan Minghini was named the Patriot League Player of the Week. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball drops series at High Point, Minghini honored for hitting performance

February 21, 2020
Head coach Fran OHanlon is the longest tenured coach in the Patriot League. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball loses a pair of conference games: Team honors head coach Fran O’Hanlon for his 25 years with the program

February 14, 2020
Jaworski leads the team in scoring with 17.6 points per game. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Men’s basketball extends winning streak to four with wins over American and Bucknell

February 7, 2020
In a postponed meet, the men’s swim and dive defeated Colgate. Both teams will swim again tomorrow at the Navy Invite in Annapolis, Md.(Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Swim and dive men’s team defeats Colgate, women fall short in dual meet

January 31, 2020
Junior kicker Jeffrey Kordenbrock hit the go-ahead field goal with less than a minute remaining. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Here’s the kicker: Jeffrey Kordenbrock shines in the spotlight of Lafayette’s rivalry win

December 6, 2019
The team will play four more conference games before the playoffs begin. (Photo courtesy of Mike Cuchran)

Freshman Genevieve McClean records eight points in women’s club hockey’s weekend sweep

November 22, 2019
Club crew has moved to indoor training and will return to action in April. (Photo courtesy of Anna Coffer 21).

Women’s boats win two races at Frostbite Regatta in final club crew competition of the fall

November 15, 2019
The team continues their non-conference schedule tomorrow in Brooklyn, N.Y. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball wins season opener after Myles Cherry’s late putback

November 8, 2019
The departments DEI plan will work in conjunction with existing student groups like Athlete Ally. (Photo courtesy of Athlete Ally Instagram)

Athlete Ally and varsity teams participate in NCAA Diversity and Inclusion Week

November 1, 2019
Senior captain Lisa van der Geest has received four consecutive Patriot League weekly honors. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey clinches Patriot League tournament spot after beating rival Lehigh

October 25, 2019
Most of the players on the rugby team began playing the sport in college. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Mens Rugby Instagram page)

Men’s club rugby kicks off fall season with a win over Susquehanna, loses next game to Albright

October 11, 2019
Golf achieved their third straight top-five finish after placing second at the UConn Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s golf finishes in second place at UConn Invitational

October 4, 2019
Volleyball has reached their highest win total since 2015. (Photo by AJ Traub 20)

A spike in win percentage: volleyball win streak reaches ten

September 27, 2019
Lafayette opens Patriot League play tomorrow against Boston University. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Sophomore goalkeeper Alex Sutton records fourth shutout of season in win over La Salle

September 20, 2019
Freshman quarterback Keegan Shoemaker was named the Patriot League Rookie of the Year in 2019. (Photo courtesy of athletic communications)

Football’s comeback falls short in second game of the season against Monmouth

September 13, 2019
Both the mens and womens teams travel to Bethlehem to take on Lehigh next weekend. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Running the table: cross country men and women earn victories at their first meet of the season

September 6, 2019
The team has five more non-conference games before beginning Patriot League play in late September. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s soccer opens season with an overtime win, loses next game

August 30, 2019
Both the men and women finished third out of three teams at the Colgate Pod Meet. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Six Leopards crack Lafayette record books at Patriot League Championship; men place fifth and women finish in eighth

May 10, 2019
After the Penn Relays and the Carol and John Covert Classic, track and field heads into the Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Track and field gears up for Patriot League Championships

May 3, 2019
Golf rides a string of top performances and a close loss to Lehigh into the conference tournament. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Golf wins Navy Spring Invitational in advance of the Patriot League Championship

April 26, 2019
Freshman Jillian Warabak earned her third Patriot League Female Rookie of the Week honor after the Coach P Open. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Caroline Harmon and Tim Payne break long-standing track and field records at weekend meets

April 19, 2019
Junior pitcher Brett Kreyer was determined to get the Leopards a win over Bucknell. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball notches series wins against Bucknell, Lehigh, drops one game to Rutgers

April 12, 2019
Senior midfielder Emma Novick, the teams second leading scorer, notched four goals against American. (Photo courtesy Athletic Communications)

Women’s lacrosse wins first conference game over American, loses to LIU Brooklyn

April 5, 2019
Softball earned their first win of the season behind five multi-hit performances against La Salle. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Softball notches first win, loses close contest to Elon in consecutive doubleheaders

March 8, 2019
Mens lacrosse put up a tremendous fight in their comeback win against Binghamton. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Second half strength: Men’s lacrosse battles for comeback win in HEADstrong Classic

March 1, 2019

Track and field team earns points across the board at Patriot League Championships

February 22, 2019
Senior co-captain Paulius Zalys scored 15 points in the win over Navy. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball team extends winning streak to three games

February 15, 2019
The Leopards travelled to Bucknell University for the Bison Open, with 12 athletes finishing 3rd place or higher. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Women’s basketball drops two straight with loss to Boston University

February 1, 2019

Club basketball earns 2-0 record in scrimmage play ahead of season opener

November 30, 2018
Sophomore forward Natalie Kucowski backs down a defender in the post. She recorded a double-double in each of the teams first two games, both victories.(Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s basketball off to a strong start with weekend sweep

November 16, 2018

In close finish, Field Hockey fails to advance in Patriot League Tournament

November 9, 2018
Mens and womens cross country teams both earned eighth place out of ten at the Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Cross country men’s and women’s teams place eighth out of ten in Patriot League Championships

November 2, 2018

Sports Recap Central

October 19, 2018

Field hockey wins first Patriot League matchup, loses to top-20 ranked team

September 28, 2018

Sports Recap Central

September 21, 2018
Volleyball dropped to 2-7 on the season after being swept in the Dartmouth University Tournament. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications).

Volleyball kept scoreless in Dartmouth University Tournament: team loses five games in a row

September 14, 2018
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