The Williams College softball team clinched a spot in the NESCAC Tournament after sweeping a doubleheader against Amherst on May 2, winning 10-3 and 6-4. The victories marked a significant achievement for head coach Kris Herman, who earned her 900th collegiate win. Senior Sidney Miller and junior Justine Dunaway led the offense, combining for six hits and six RBIs across the two games. However, the Ephs faced a tough challenge against No. 11 Tufts on May 3, suffering two losses, 4-3 and 9-6, despite Miller and Dunaway's continued strong performances. The Ephs (22-16, 11-7 NESCAC) will enter the NESCAC Tournament as the fifth seed, facing fourth-seeded Bowdoin in the quarterfinals on May 8.
In women's golf, the No. 4-ranked Ephs finished third at the NESCAC Championship held at Taconic Golf Club from May 1-3, narrowly missing the title by just two strokes. The Ephs recorded the lowest final round score of the tournament, 298, but ultimately fell short to Amherst and Middlebury. Sophomore Michelle Ding led Williams with a fourth-place finish, posting a three-round total of 224, while senior Euna Lee tied for fifth with a score of 225. Williams has a storied history in the NESCAC Championship, having won six titles, and will look to reclaim the crown next year.
The Williams women’s rowing team continued its dominance, earning three silver medals at the New England Rowing Championship on May 3. The first, second, and third varsity eight boats all secured second-place finishes, showcasing the team’s depth and competitive spirit. The Ephs' third varsity eight, coxed by Charis Woo, had a strong performance, finishing well ahead of third-place Wellesley. Meanwhile, the men's crew team captured a bronze medal in the first varsity eight at the same championship, solidifying their position among the top teams in the region.
On the track, both Williams men's and women's teams excelled at the NESCAC Championship held on April 25-26. The No. 15 men’s team saw first-year Ulysses Junker earn the title of Most Outstanding Rookie, breaking a meet record in the long jump with a distance of 7.41 meters. The women’s team, ranked No. 4, compiled 11 All-Conference performances, including five NESCAC meet records, with standout performances from sophomores Kate Tuttle and Annika Paluska in the 1,500 meters and 800 meters, respectively. Both teams demonstrated their strength and depth, setting the stage for future competitions.