The Bucknell men's swimming and diving team concluded the 2026 Patriot League Championships with a fifth-place finish at Lejeune Hall on February 22. James Lombardi and Jack Krug highlighted the meet by breaking school records on the third day of competition, showcasing their talent as they remained in fifth heading into the final day. Meanwhile, the Bucknell women's swimming and diving team secured a third-place finish for the second consecutive year, bolstered by Clara Renner's gold medal performance in the 200 butterfly and Kelly Byrne's bronze in the 1650 freestyle.
In women's basketball, the Bison faced a challenging matchup against Holy Cross on February 21, falling 63-41 in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Bison struggled to maintain momentum throughout the game, trailing by seven at halftime and suffering a significant setback with a 12-0 scoring run by the Crusaders in the third quarter. This loss brings Bucknell's record to 10-17 overall and 6-10 in the Patriot League, as they look to regroup for their final regular-season game.
Looking ahead, the Bucknell swimming and diving teams will now shift their focus to upcoming events, while the women's basketball team will seek to bounce back in their next game.