Women’s Golf Posts Record Low Round, Finishes NESCAC Championship in Fourth Place
#3 Wesleyan Can’t Complete the Comeback, Falls to #1 Middlebury in NESCAC Title Game
Baseball Knocked from NESCAC Tournament in Quarterfinal Doubleheader Split with Trinity
Alexandra Simon Wins Steeplechase at New England DIII Championship
Men’s Track & Field New England DIII Championship Runners-Up
Cardinals Narrowly Escape Amherst, 4-3, in NESCAC Semifinal Triumph
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Wesleyan Women's Golf Achieves Record Low Round at NESCAC Championship

The Cardinals' women's golf team finishes fourth at the NESCAC Championship, while women's lacrosse secures a runner-up finish after a dramatic overtime win.

Women’s Golf Posts Record Low Round, Finishes NESCAC Championship in Fourth Place

The Cardinals' women's golf team finishes fourth at the NESCAC Championship, while women's lacrosse secures a runner-up finish after a dramatic overtime win.

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The Wesleyan women's golf team delivered a remarkable performance at the NESCAC Championship, finishing fourth overall with a total score of 925 (+73). Competing in the tournament for only the second time in program history, the Cardinals improved from last year's sixth place finish. They achieved a record low round of 292 on Saturday, contributing to their strong showing. Amanda Phillips '28 led the team, tying for fifth place individually with a score of 75-71-79 (+12) across the three rounds, showcasing her consistency despite challenging weather conditions.

In women's lacrosse, the Cardinals faced a tough battle against top-seeded Middlebury in the NESCAC title game, ultimately falling 7-5. Wesleyan, seeded third, had advanced to the final after a thrilling overtime victory against second-seeded Tufts, where they scored a game-tying goal as time expired and won 10-9 in dramatic fashion. This marks the third consecutive year Wesleyan has been the runner-up in the NESCAC Championship, continuing their strong presence in the league.

The Wesleyan baseball team concluded its NESCAC Championship run after a quarterfinal doubleheader against Trinity College. After winning the opening game 7-1, the Cardinals were eliminated in game two, losing 12-2, which allowed Trinity to claim the series 2-1. Kato Mangum '28 was instrumental in the first game, contributing to the offense with multiple runs and a pivotal eighth-inning homer by Jake Acker '27. Despite the disappointing end, the Cardinals finished the season with a renewed sense of competitiveness under first-year head coach Matt Reynolds.

In track and field, Alexandra Simon '27 shone at the New England DIII Championships, winning the 3000m steeplechase and leading the women's team to a 12th place finish overall. The men's team also excelled, finishing as runners-up with standout performances, including Noah Mahoney '27 winning the 10,000m and the 4x400m relay team breaking a school record. Other notable finishes included Liam Calhoun '26 winning the 1500m and Emmett Leachman '29 placing third in the 5000m.

Wesleyan's women's tennis team advanced to the NESCAC Championship finals after a narrow 4-3 victory over Amherst in the semifinals, marking their seventh consecutive appearance in the finals. Freshman Mariia Kornilova played a crucial role in the victory, helping the Cardinals secure their spot in the championship match. They will compete for their sixth NESCAC title.

The women's rowing team participated in the New England Championships, where they achieved commendable results, including a second-place finish in the petite final of the Varsity 8. The men's crew team also performed well, finishing as runners-up in the grand final of the Varsity 8, continuing their strong tradition at the championships. Both teams are set to compete next at the National Invitational Rowing Championship on May 10.

In softball, the Cardinals faced Middlebury in their regular season finale, suffering a sweep in a doubleheader that concluded their NESCAC schedule. Despite the losses, Molly Lennon '26 made history by breaking the career home run record, while Cat Palmer '26 joined the 100-hit club, highlighting individual achievements amid the team's struggles. Wesleyan has secured the eighth seed for the upcoming NESCAC Tournament and awaits their quarterfinal opponent.

Synthesized by The High Academics editors from this week's articles on athletics.wesleyan.edu's official feed. Visit athletics.wesleyan.edu for full coverage.

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