In a historic performance, Megan Krestinski of Bucknell women's lacrosse broke the program's all-time points record during the Patriot League semifinals against No. 8 Navy on April 30. Despite the Bison's 18-8 defeat, Krestinski's two goals and one assist brought her career total to 187 points, surpassing the previous record of 185 held by Carol Donohue '10. The game saw Bucknell hold Navy scoreless for over 12 minutes, but a second-half surge from the Midshipmen proved insurmountable. Additionally, senior defender Jess Leon tied the single-season ground balls record with her three ground balls in the match.
Bucknell baseball continued its strong push for the Patriot League tournament, shutting out Lehigh 4-0 on May 2 in the first game of their weekend series. The Bison honored head coach Scott Heather, who was absent due to a medical emergency, by starting the game with an empty third base coach's box. Jake Schultz delivered a standout performance on the mound, contributing to Bucknell's third shutout of the season. With this victory, the Bison (23-21, 16-8 PL) remained tied for first place in the league standings. They have a chance to secure a top-two seed in the upcoming tournament with a win in their final game against Lehigh.
The Bucknell softball team concluded its challenging season with a series of losses against Colgate. On May 2, the Bison dropped both games of a doubleheader, losing 8-0 and 6-1, which eliminated them from tournament contention. The season ended on May 3 with a 10-2 defeat, despite a brief rally that brought the score to 3-2. Senior pitcher Mea Consentino started the final game, and Nora Megenity hit her 21st home run of the season, but it was not enough to overcome Colgate's offensive onslaught.
In track and field, Bucknell athletes showcased their talents at the Kehoe Twilight meet on May 1. Alexandra Lea set a new school record in the 400-meter dash, while US National Champion Evelyn Bliss established both facility and meet records in the javelin throw. The teams used this event as a final preparation for the upcoming Patriot League Outdoor Championships, set for May 15-16. The men's squad also recorded two victories, with several athletes posting personal bests as they aimed to secure spots on the league roster.
In women's golf, Sophia Bardunias was named to the Academic All-Patriot League team, adding to her accolades after a successful season that included multiple top finishes and her second consecutive First Team All-Patriot League honor. Meanwhile, Jack Hartman from the men's golf team also earned a spot on the Academic All-Patriot League team, highlighting his impressive performance on the course and academic achievements. Hartman was previously recognized on the All-Patriot League Second Team, marking a successful postseason for him as well.