The Williams College women's rowing team delivered a commanding performance on Senior Day, winning all four races against No. 10 Hamilton. The first and second varsity eights, along with the third varsity eight, showcased their dominance on Lake Onota, finishing with significant margins ahead of their competitors. The third varsity eight, led by coxswain Charis Woo, finished over three lengths ahead, clocking in at 7:33.7. Two-seat Laela Clark expressed pride in the team's execution and race plan, emphasizing the strides made throughout the season.
In men's lacrosse, the Ephs faced a challenging NESCAC Quarterfinal against top-seeded Bowdoin, suffering a 22-4 defeat. Senior midfielder Cade Schuckman scored twice, while junior Gavin Timoney and sophomore Ralph Vogel each added a goal. Despite the loss, Williams' first-year goalie Colin Decker made seven saves in the second half, demonstrating resilience against a powerful Bowdoin offense. The Ephs concluded their season with a record of 7-9 and await news on potential national tournament qualifications.
The women's lacrosse team also faced a tough matchup, falling 14-3 to third-seeded Wesleyan in the NESCAC Quarterfinals. Senior Paige Nelson scored twice, but the Ephs struggled against Wesleyan's offensive onslaught, which included 13 unanswered goals after Williams took an early lead. The Ephs finished the season with a 9-7 record and will learn their postseason fate during the NCAA Division III selection show.
In baseball, Williams split a doubleheader against Middlebury, concluding their NESCAC series with an overall record of 11-20. In the first game, the Ephs fell 5-1, unable to recover from an early deficit. However, they rallied in the second game to secure a dramatic 7-6 comeback victory, highlighted by a ninth-inning surge that saw them score seven runs after trailing 6-0. Will Scott's two-run home run in the eighth inning was pivotal in the turnaround.
The Williams softball team also had a mixed week, splitting a doubleheader with Middlebury and earning a 2-0 non-conference win over Smith. In the doubleheader against Middlebury, junior Katie Blanch and first-year Miya Fujimoto each recorded three hits, while senior pitcher Sadie Leonard led the team to a 6-1 victory in Game 1. The Ephs now hold a record of 19-13 overall and 8-4 in NESCAC play. They will continue their season with a matchup against Middlebury.
Additionally, Williams will host the 2026 NESCAC Track & Field Championships this weekend, with both the men's and women's teams looking to defend their titles. The event aims to promote sustainability, featuring initiatives to minimize waste and plastic use. The Ephs are eager to compete against all 11 NESCAC schools, with the men's team aiming to improve upon last year's fourth-place finish.