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The inciting incident took place in Rubin Hall on the night of Oct. 15.
Now-former student charged with child pornography possession, invasion of privacy after filming students in shower
About 200 students attended Tuesdays event on the Quad.
Water balloon fight soaks Quad
The three incidents took place in Ruef Hall, Marquis Hall and Watson Hall.
Students share recent experiences with burglary, harassment
The owner of the Easton branch of Your CBD Store considers cannabis education one of his primary goals.
How are THC products sold legally in Pennsylvania?
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
The visit to the conference comes after Sigma Tau Delta was established on campus in October. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
English students present work at national conference
The government and law major has a storied history at the college.
Why government and law, not political science?
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
The shuttle is often the primary mode of transportation for students taking art, film & media studies or theater classes on the arts campus.
Arts campus shuttle service frustrates students
Mark Sapara comes to Lafayette after a two-year tenure at Oberlin College. (Photo courtesy of Mark Sapara)
Mark Sapara named student life’s first associate vice president
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Former Reps. Virginia Sacotingo 25 and Dashawn Sheffield 27 both did DEI work in Student Government. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Unsuccessful inclusivity officer candidate, second representative, resign from Student Government
Student Governments March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
Student Government’s March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
The Pard Pantry was first opened in 2019.
Pard Pantry to open on weekly basis
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Shieber taught 20 courses during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette mourns death of philosophy professor Joseph Shieber
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
The owner of the Easton branch of Your CBD Store considers cannabis education one of his primary goals.
How are THC products sold legally in Pennsylvania?
Taiba Sultana has served on Eastons city council since 2022. (Photo courtesy of LehighValleyNews)
Petition calls for city councilwoman Taiba Sultana to resign
No damage was reported in Easton. (Photo courtesy of the United States Geological Survey)
Earthquake rattles Lafayette
The Lehigh Valley Railroad currently sits abandoned on the Delaware River, located half a mile away from Downtown Easton.
Lehigh Valley explores possible passenger rail routes
Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican former President Donald J. Trump have already vanquished their primary rivals, setting the stage for a 2020 election rematch. (Graphic by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)
Easton election guide: 2024 primary election
The inciting incident took place in Rubin Hall on the night of Oct. 15.
Now-former student charged with child pornography possession, invasion of privacy after filming students in shower
The three incidents took place in Ruef Hall, Marquis Hall and Watson Hall.
Students share recent experiences with burglary, harassment
The car accident occurred on Sunday evening. (Photo courtesy of Alex Foster 24)
Cattell Street DUI results in arrest, damage to student vehicle
According to a college spokesman, Public Safety responded to the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on three occasions. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Man arrested outside Kappa Kappa Gamma house
All police officers in Pennsylvania are required to undergo deescalation training.
How Public Safety aims to deescalate situations
About 200 students attended Tuesdays event on the Quad.
Water balloon fight soaks Quad
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The applications reported for the class of 2028 mark a slight increase from last years class.
Lafayette College receives second-highest number of applicants ever
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
There were two finalists and two semi-finalists representing Lafayette at the Allentown Film Festival. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Gaglione 25)
Student filmmakers recognized at Allentown Film Festival
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward 27 and Jack Marich 27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich 27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
These novels are a great way to start your journey into reading the classics. (Photos courtesy of Amazon.com)
Book Review: Starting with the classics
Civil War follows a team of political and military journalists in dystopian America. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Civil War’ a nail-biting masterpiece
Heads or tails: Advice for lifes coin flips
Heads or tails: Advice for life’s coin flips
The Beaver People includes two saxophonists, a guitarist and a keyboardist.
Meet The Beaver People
Olivia Hofmann 24 and Olivia Bamford 24 both transitioned from violin to oboe before high school.
The Olivias of the oboe section
Chris Nappo 27 first started making pottery in the ninth grade. (Photo courtesy of Chris Nappo Ceramics)
Student Artist Spotlight: Chris Nappo ’27 sells pottery from Easton to Alaska
For Those Who Waited uses songs Téo Rodriguez 24 has written over the last three years. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Rapper Téo Rodriguez ‘24 releases debut album
Carnival Craze puts carnival fun into an interactive board game.
Matthew Moise ’24 develops new board game
These novels are a great way to start your journey into reading the classics. (Photos courtesy of Amazon.com)
Book Review: Starting with the classics
Civil War follows a team of political and military journalists in dystopian America. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Civil War’ a nail-biting masterpiece
“Cabaret” will run Friday and Saturday in the Williams Center for the Arts.
Performance Review: Marquis Players’ ‘Cabaret’ a show-stopping production
Masters of the Air is visually excellent but poorly paced. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Masters of the Air’ has compelling action, rough pacing
Gyro Concept offers a plethora of classic Greek dishes on its menu.
Restaurant Review: Gyro Concept brings authentic Greek fare to College Hill
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward 27 and Jack Marich 27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich 27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
Josies New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
Fox Bakerys shelves include many European treats, such as Russian honey cake.
Small Business Spotlight: Fox Bakery brings European treats to Easton
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.
Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games
The idea for Seth and Co. Coffee started as an online business.
Small Business Spotlight: Seth and Co. Coffee builds community for young adults with special needs
Yarn Club meets every Friday in Keefe Commons. (Photo courtesy of Danielle Lindsley 25)
Yarn Club: Not just for grannies
Cheese Club features a Cheese of the Day on its Instagram account every Monday and Wednesday. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Cheese club? You better brie-lieve it!
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of unity and love. (Photo courtesy of Susanna Hontz 24)
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates Chinese cultural traditions
Ari Ismail ‘26 and Ariel Haber-Fawcett ‘25 created the Middle Eastern Studies Association to raise awareness of issues in the region.
From the court to the stage
The Laff-a-lot was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Student Government protested the slow-moving process of building a student center in the spring of 1988.
The long road to Farinon College Center
The Presidents House has a rich history that spans over a century.
A look into the President’s House then and now
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
Madeline Squarcia 22 works to make farm to table a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia 22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo 11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
Lia Embil 17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil 17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Mens lacrosse pulled out a last-minute win against Boston University last Saturday. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Peter Lehman’s buzzer beater makes men’s lacrosse history
The Knecht Cup was the crew teams first regatta of the spring season. (Photo courtesy of Ellie Walsh 25)
Crew has strong showing at shortened Knecht Cup
Junior attacker Sara Rogers evades a Loyola Maryland defender on April 6. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse loses close contests against Colgate, Bucknell
Junior catcher Maggie Klug crouches behind the plate against Army. (Photo courtesy of Army Athletics)
Softball grabs first Patriot League win, drops series to Army
Three quarterbacks are poised to be taken early on in the 2024 NFL Draft. (Photo courtesy of TheFalcoholic.com)
Sidelines: NFL Draft preview
Four Leopards have declared for the 2024 NFL draft. (Photos courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards declare for the NFL Draft
Football head coach John Troxell has been a part of the Lafayette community for almost 35 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Magazine)
John Troxell: Standout coach, standout student, standout Leopard
The new class of players includes two from the Lehigh Valley. (Photo by Jay Bendlin for GoLeopards)
Leopards football welcomes 27 players on National Signing Day
Donavon Nathaniel comes to Lafayette by way of University of Wisconsin-Platteville with stops at Georgia State and Kansas. (Photo courtesy of University of Wisconsin-Platteville)
Football coaching staff reloads with hire of Donavon Nathaniel
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis runs past a Delaware defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to Delaware in nail-biter in first round of FCS playoffs
The mens and womens soccer teams will each welcome eight new recruits in the fall. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Soccer programs bring on 16 recruits
Freshman forward Roy Biegon evades two Army defenders on Sept. 27. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Freshman Roy Biegon on the transition from Kenya to College Hill
Members of the mens soccer team has been reading books about teamwork to the students. (Photo courtesy of Lawrence Aydlett 25)
Earn Your Spots book club connects soccer players with local students
Junior forward Lawrence Aydlett fights off a Boston defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends dominant run with Patriot League championship loss at BU
Members of the soccer team thank fans after their quarterfinal victory over American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer championship preview
Senior guard Eric Sondberg shoots over a Bucknell defender earlier this year. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends regular season with fourth consecutive loss
Junior guard Luka Savicevic shoots over a Lehigh defender during the Leopards loss. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops three games in a row
Senior forward Kyle Jenkins shoots during the game against Colgate in which he notched his 1000th career point. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball defeats American, drops close game to Colgate
Freshman Mark Butler handles the ball against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls in double OT to Lehigh, drops Loyola matchup
Junior forward Chris Rubayo locks down an Army defender during the Leopards close win over the Black Knights. (Photo courtesy of Army Athletics)
Men’s basketball ends losing streak with wins against Army, Holy Cross
Amanda Golini 17 celebrates with the U.S. National Field Hockey team after clinching an Olympic berth. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College on Linkedin)
Amanda Golini ‘17 qualifies for Paris Olympics with U.S. Field Hockey
Junior midfielder and captain Lineke Spaans dribbles against American in the Patriot League final. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls to American in Patriot League final
The field hockey team celebrates its semifinal win against Boston. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey championship preview
Junior midfielder Lineke Spaans earned First Team honors for her 29-point season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey defeats Lehigh, Boston on way to championship
Sophomore midfielder Josephine van Wijk fires a shot on goal during the Leopards win over Towson. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey brings winning streak to 7 with non-conference wins
The Leopards celebrate after sophomore Sam Gelber walks off against Colgate in a historic win.
Men’s tennis upsets Colgate for first time in 17 years
Freshman Hanna Ganchi returns a volley. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis shines in out of conference competition against Wagner, men fall to Navy
Sophomore Carmen Merkel rockets a forehand during the Leopards win over Fairfield University. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams serve up success in Florida, split home matches
Junior Arman Ganchi returns a backhand during the match against Le Moyne College.
Women’s tennis picks up win against Le Moyne, men struggle
Sophomore Paras Briegel hits a backhand. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Tennis goes undefeated in weekend matches
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
Freshman middle back Irelynd Lorenzen spikes the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in blowout matches against Lehigh, Bucknell
Freshman outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to bump the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls to Loyola in hard-fought match
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
On the Spot: What is your go-to book recommendation?
On the Spot: What is your go-to book recommendation?
Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr; logo courtesy of Student Government
Op-ed: The problem with the Pepper Prize
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr; logo courtesy of Student Government
Op-ed: The problem with the Pepper Prize
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
Op-ed: It’s time for a change
Op-ed: A reflection of public art on campus
Op-ed: A new vision for Lafayette Communications
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayettes liberal arts vision
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayette’s liberal arts vision
Letter to the editor: Building ethical guidelines for The Lafayette
Letter to the editor: Building ethical guidelines for The Lafayette
Letter to the editor: Henry Kissingers legacy
Letter to the editor: Henry Kissinger’s legacy
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and got a sense of his soul.
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Dont worry, the Quaddlers cant count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, well do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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The Lafayette
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The Lafayette
Craig Barbaro

Craig Barbaro, Staff Sports Writer

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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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff Writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff Writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff Writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff Writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Staff Writer
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

By Craig Barbaro, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021

Sports Recap Central

By Craig Barbaro, Section Editor
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

By Craig Barbaro, Sports Editor
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

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

The Lafayette Leopard retires after 15 years

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
April 16, 2021

Sports Recap Central

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
February 19, 2021

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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
October 19, 2020
JP Woodward poses as he signs his contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. (Photo courtesy of Erin Kiely Woodward)

Lafayette pitcher JP Woodward signs with the Philadelphia Phillies

By Craig Barbaro
July 2, 2020

Steve Kinsey introduced as new assistant director of organized sports

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
March 1, 2019

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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
February 1, 2019

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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
November 16, 2018

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

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
November 2, 2018

Sports Recap Central

By Craig Barbaro
October 19, 2018

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

By Craig Barbaro
September 28, 2018

Sports Recap Central

By Craig Barbaro
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

By Craig Barbaro
September 14, 2018
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