In a notable week for Dartmouth athletics, Luke Harper of the men's golf team has been recognized as the Ivy League Rookie of the Year, marking a significant achievement for the program. Harper's impressive season included four top-10 finishes and a victory at the Columbia Autumn Invite, where he finished nine under par. His performance at the Ivy League Tournament, where he tied for ninth, further solidified his status as a standout freshman. Tyler Brand also received accolades, earning Academic All-Ivy honors for his achievements in the classroom.
On the women's side, Dartmouth's Olivia Cong was named to the All-Ivy Second Team, while teammates Sophie Thai and Sophia Li received Honorable Mentions. Cong's season included a victory at the Space Coast Classic and four top-10 finishes, showcasing her talent and consistency. Thai, a three-time All-Ivy honoree, capped her collegiate career with another strong season, including a tournament win at the Kingsmill Intercollegiate.
In men's basketball, season tickets for the upcoming 2026-27 season are now available, coinciding with the arrival of new head coach Brett MacConnell. The program is poised for a fresh start, with ticket packages offering significant savings for fans.
Dartmouth's baseball team is set to conclude an eight-game homestand this week, with a midweek matchup against Merrimack followed by a three-game series against Manhattan. The Big Green will honor their seven seniors during this weekend's games.
Meanwhile, the women's lacrosse team saw three players earn All-Ivy honors, with Maya Kendall receiving First Team recognition for her exceptional performance, leading the league in draw controls. Her record-setting career continues to impress, as she became the first player in Ivy League history to surpass 461 career draw controls. Mia Puccio and Madeline Egan also garnered honors, with Puccio scoring 12 goals this season.
In sailing, the women's team finished sixth at the ICSA Women's Team Race National Championship, concluding a competitive season with a 9-10 overall record. Their performance included a strong showing in the first round, where they secured a spot in the top six before facing tough competition in the second round.
The track and field teams participated in the historic Penn Relays, with Jack Tan achieving a second-place finish in the pole vault and the men's 4x400m relay team recording a time that ranks sixth all-time in program history. On the women's side, the spring medley relay team also performed well, finishing fifth.
As Dartmouth's athletic calendar progresses, the Big Green will look to build on these achievements in the coming weeks, with baseball and softball concluding their seasons and track and field preparing for upcoming meets.