W&L Athletics Places 12th Nationally in Final Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings
The finish equals the best placing in school history.
Athletics Archive (92 Stories)
Sarah Zimmerman ’26 Receives Old Dominion Athletic Conference’s Marjorie Berkley Award
The soccer and basketball star was honored as the top female scholar-athlete in the conference.
Late Spring 2026 Update on Campus Construction Projects
Construction on a variety of projects continues throughout campus and the Lexington community.
Jonathan McEwen ’27 Earns Jack Nicklaus Award as the Division III Golfer of the Year for the Second Straight Year
The rising senior was presented the award at the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio on June 7.
Ryan Connell Named a Finalist for the Inaugural FloCollege CSC Spotlight Award
The athletics broadcaster and multimedia creative specialist was named one of 18 finalists for the award to be presented on June 9 in Las Vegas.
Jane Hopkinson-Wood Named WGCA Southeast Region Coach of the Year
The third-year head coach guided the Generals to a fourth-place finish at the NCAA Division III Championship.
Erin Ness Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Generals mentor garners the award for the fifth-straight year and 10th time overall.
W&L’s Jonathan McEwen ’27 Selected to Represent Team USA in 2026 Arnold Palmer Cup
Junior golfer is the lone Division III representative on the 24-person roster.
Best Foot Forward
Icy Keneah ’26 turned a childhood love of fun socks into a nonprofit serving communities in Rockbridge County and her hometown of Richmond, Virginia.
Mary Schleusner ’26 Selected as 2026 Jostens Trophy Recipient
The Charlotte, North Carolina, native becomes the first player from W&L to receive the award that recognizes the most outstanding players in Division III basketball.
Mary Schleusner ’26 Named D3hoops.com Player of the Year
The senior women’s basketball player helped lead W&L to a 31-1 overall record.
Mary Schleusner ’26 Named a Finalist for the Jostens Trophy
The senior forward was selected as one of 11 finalists for the award recognizing the Division III basketball players of the year.
Dana Freeman Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Indoor Track & Field Coach of the Year
The mentor earned the award for the second straight year after guiding the Generals to their second consecutive indoor conference title.
Brittney Kemp Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Coach of the Year
The Generals’ second year head coach garnered the award for the first time in her W&L tenure.
Icy Keneah ’26 Named to Allstate NACDA Good Works Team
The senior women’s basketball player was one of 20 winter sports athletes honored nationwide for volunteerism and civic engagement.
Matt Eaker named to College Sports Communicators’ 30 Under 30 List
The assistant director of athletics communications was recognized as a rising professional in the sports communications field.
Brandon Spalding Named ODAC and NCAA South Region Men’s Cross Country Coach of the Year
The Generals’ 13th-year mentor was recognized for leading W&L to one of its best seasons in program history.
Mike Dager Named ODAC Women’s Cross Country Coach of the Year
The Generals’ 12th-year mentor received the award for the sixth time in his career.
Betty Boatwright ’26 Named to NFHCA Senior Team
Boatwright, co-captain of the field hockey team, is one of just 60 student-athletes nationwide to earn the honor.
Tiffany Pins Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Soccer Coach of the Year Award
The Generals’ mentor received the award for the third time in her four seasons.
Meet Elisabeth Marek ’26
Marek chose W&L for the ability to prioritize her academics with the goal of entering medical school, while also pursuing her love of riding.
Meet Icy Keneah ’26
Keneah, co-captain of the women’s basketball team, says her bond with her teammates goes far beyond the court.
Inaugural Cinda Rankin Trailblazer Award Honors Four Individuals
The winners were recognized at the 38th annual W&L Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony on Sept. 26.
W&L Receives Grant from the Women’s Sports Foundation
The Tara VanDerveer Fund for Advancement of Women in Coaching Grant supports young coaches on the rise with living expenses, professional development and mentorship.
Jan Hathorn Inducted into Inaugural Class of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Hall of Fame
The former coach and longtime director of athletics was one of 50 conference legends selected to honor the 50th anniversary of the ODAC.
Trident FC Performs Well at The Soccer Tournament (TST)
The team representing W&L alumni advanced to the knockout stage of the $1 million winner-take-all event in Cary, North Carolina.
W&L Athletics Places 13th Nationally in Final LEARFIELD Directors’ Cup Standings
The finish represents the Generals’ second-best placing in school history.
Shamar Brandy Selected for Rising Stars Academy
The athletics equipment services manager will participate in the national leadership program for early-career athletic administrators.
Pete Gyscek Named 2025 Division III Men’s Golf Coach of the Year
The 11th-year head coach earned the award after leading W&L to a fourth-place finish at the NCAA National Championship.
Jonathan McEwen ’27 Earns Jack Nicklaus Award as the Division III Golfer of the Year
The rising junior was presented the award at the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio on June 1.
Gene McCabe Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year Award
Generals’ mentor garners the award for the fourth time after winning his fifth ODAC title.
Erin Ness Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Generals mentor garners the award for the fourth-straight year and ninth time overall.
Dana Freeman Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Coach of the Year
The mentor led the Generals to conference championships in both the indoor and outdoor seasons.
Trident Rising: How the W&L Alumni Network Brought a Professional Soccer Team to Life
Classmates Mikel Parker ’99 and Jason Jarecki ’99 serve as co-owners of Trident FC, a professional soccer team that will compete in a $1 million winner-take-all soccer tournament in June.
Pete Gyscek Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Golf Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners top conference honor after leading W&L to three tournament wins.
The Ultimate Teammate
Four sets of twins on W&L varsity sports teams share what it’s like competing side-by-side with their siblings.
Meet Elizabeth Marshall ’25
Marshall has embraced many extracurriculars as a math tutor, University Ambassador, equestrian team student-athlete and more.
Dana Freeman Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Indoor Track & Field Coach of the Year
The 12th-year mentor led the Generals to their first indoor conference championship in 16 years.
Kami Gardner Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Swimming Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners top conference honor after leading W&L to another league title.
Josh Williamson Receives the VATA College/University Athletic Trainer of the Year Award
W&L’s director of athletic training services received the prestigious award at the VATA annual meeting on Jan. 4.
W&L Equestrian Coach Inducted into Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame
Gordon Reistrup was honored at the association’s annual meeting and convention last month.
Mike Dager Named USTFCCCA Regional Coach of the Year
The 11th-year mentor garnered the award for the second time in his W&L career.
Meet Sarah Zimmerman ’26
Zimmerman values the connections she’s made with her soccer and basketball teammates and coaches that she knows will last long after graduation.
Taylor Mendoza Named IMLCA Outstanding Assistant Coach for Division III
The fourth-year assistant coach helped lead W&L men's lacrosse to the semifinals of the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
Bryan Snyder ’95 Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Volleyball Coach of the Year Award
The Generals’ mentor has claimed the award 12 times in 25 seasons.
Lumumba Shabazz Selected as Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer Coach of the Year
The first-year head coach has led the Generals to a 14-3-5 overall record and an ODAC championship.
Tiffany Pins Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Soccer Coach of the Year Award
The third-year coach has led the Generals to a 20-1-1 overall record and an ODAC title.
Meet Emma Marvelli ’27
Marvelli enjoys building a community on campus as an RA and through her academic work.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Gene McCabe
In this month’s episode, McCabe, head men’s lacrosse coach and assistant director of athletics for compliance, discusses how competitive sports provide those moments that feed the soul in the midst of a changing world.
Meet Will Joseph ’26
Joseph, a captain of the men’s soccer team, chose W&L for its well-rounded liberal arts curriculum and reputable school of commerce.
Meet Jenna Bernstein ’25
Bernstein discovered a passion for coding at W&L and has sought out every opportunity to get involved with technology on campus.
Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony to Celebrate Endowment Honoring the Farrars
The James D. Farrar Jr. ’74 and Katharine Capito Farrar Endowment supports the Athletics Hall of Fame and will help fund athletics-related student opportunities.
Winning Mentality: Taylor Garcia ’22
The pro pickleball player has her sights set on breaking into the top 10 singles rankings.
In the Lead: Scoring the Internship
Hanna Bishop ’24 and Rob DiSibio ’24 both worked for the NBA in summer 2023.
Salute: Inner Drive
Taylor Gibson '06 highlights the impact of head volleyball coach Bryan Snyder '95.
Late Summer Update on Campus Construction Projects
The Marketplace extension is now open to the public and all projects remain on schedule.
W&L Student Named a Gold Award Girl Scout
Emma Marvelli ’27 garnered the award after honoring her former high school coach and bringing attention to the hammer throw.
W&L Men’s Lacrosse Staff Earns IMLCA Regional Award
Head Coach Gene McCabe and his assistant coaches were named the 2024 Region 4 Coaching Staff of the Year.
Getting to the Root of the Issue
The women’s soccer team worked with the greater Lexington community to help eliminate invasive species plaguing the health of Woods Creek.
David Detwiler Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Detwiler garnered the award for the sixth time in his 23 seasons.
Erin Ness Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Generals mentor garners the award for the third-straight year and eighth time overall.
Student-Athletes Team Up for a Better Earth
The Generals Earth Action Leadership program works to combine athletics with environmental stewardship.
Meet Brad Singer ’24
A Washington Term class with a real-world focus prepared Singer for post-graduate work in the federal government.
Meet Perry Kramer ’24
The opportunity to take a wide variety of classes has expanded Kramer's horizons.
Erin Hughes ’21 Earns Prestigious Coaching Recognition
The third-year assistant women's basketball coach was named to the WBCA Thirty Under 30 List.
Meet Nathan Unger ’24
Unger embraces the full W&L experience, including incredible academic opportunities and being a DIII athlete.
Kami Gardner Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s and Women’s Swimming Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners top conference honor after leading both sports to conference titles.
Joseph Wins Elite 90™ Award for NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer Championship
The sophomore goalkeeper boasts highest GPA of Final Four teams.
NCAA Semifinal Preview: W&L vs. No. 13 Amherst
The Generals and Mammoths will meet in Friday's men's soccer semifinal in Salem, Virginia.
Maddie Coleman Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year Award
The first-year head coach led the Generals to their 13th straight conference title.
Gene McCabe Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Lacrosse Coach of the Year
Generals’ mentor garners the award for the third time after winning his fourth ODAC title.
Brandon Uhl Selected Old Dominion Athletic Conference Outdoor Men’s Track & Field Coach of the Year
Generals’ Head Coach garners the award for the third time across his 11 seasons.
Meet a Colleague: Will Wallace
Will Wallace serves as the associate director of athletic communications.
Erin Ness Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Tennis Coach of the Year Award
Generals’ mentor garners the award for the second straight year and seventh time overall.
W&L Wrestling Coaches Collect Regional Awards
Nathan Shearer and Alex Radsky were both honored within the NCAA Southeast Region.
Christine Clancy Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Coach of the Year
The Generals’ 11th-year head coach garnered the award for the second straight year.
In Memoriam: William McHenry ’54, former athletic director
The former W&L Athletic Director, chair of the department of physical education, and member of the W&L Athletics Hall of Fame, died Jan. 4, 2023.
W&L Equestrian Coach Receives Prestigious Award from the Virginia Horse Shows Association
Gordon Reistrup was presented with the Susan Hagan Memorial Trophy for the second time.
An Ace Stroke
Endowment Remembering Jack Vardaman ’62 Will Support W&L Golf Teams
Mike Singleton Garners Old Dominion Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer Coach of the Year Award
Ninth-year head coach named the league’s top coach for the fifth time.
Tiffany Pins Earns Old Dominion Athletic Conference Women’s Soccer Coach of the Year Award
New mentor garners recognition in her first season coaching the Generals.
Gina Wills Named Old Dominion Athletic Conference Field Hockey Coach of the Year
Eighth-year head coach garners top conference honor for the fourth time.
W&L Administrator Inducted to Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Hall of Fame
Michael F. Walsh Director of Athletics Jan Hathorn was enshrined in the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Association (IWLCA) Hall of Fame during a ceremony held on Nov. 17.
Erin Ness
Erin Ness serves as head women's tennis coach and senior woman administrator for athletics.
W&L Outcomes: Coby Kirkland ’22
At W&L, Kirkland discovered that his two passions, sports and engineering, could be combined into one fulfilling pursuit. He's going to intern at a sports equipment company before heading to grad school at Purdue.
W&L Athletes Partner with Boxerwood
Washington and Lee athletic teams partnered with Boxerwood’s COREworks program on community projects to offset carbon emissions in Rockbridge County.
Stepping Up to the Plate
Mitchell Salvino ’23 is spearheading a fundraiser with his W&L baseball teammates to benefit the Angel Fund.
Success Off (and On) the Field
Nick Mosher '22 always finds support at W&L, whether he's writing a thesis on Russian politics, starting an online human rights newspaper or helping the football team win ODACs.
W&L Athletics Fall 2021 Recap
Washington and Lee enjoyed a tremendous fall athletics season that culminated with six programs competing in NCAA Championship events.
Meet the Professor: Bethany Dannelly
Bethany Dannelly is the associate director of athletics and assistant professor of physical education at Washington and Lee University.
Welcome Back, Students!
The W&L campus is buzzing with life again as students arrive for athletic practice, Pre-Orientation trips and other adventures to usher in Fall Term.
Jeremy Franklin Ends His Run as Voice of W&L Athletics
Franklin, a 2004 graduate of W&L, began his broadcast career as an undergraduate student.
