The Yale men's basketball team saw its season come to a close on March 18, falling to the University of North Carolina Wilmington, 68-67, in the first round of the National Invitation Tournament. The Bulldogs, who finished the season with a 24-7 record, had a promising lead in the second half, but a late surge from UNCW proved decisive. Notably, Yale's head coach James Jones earned recognition as the NABC Mid-Atlantic Co-Coach of the Year, marking another highlight in a season that included an Ivy League title. Senior guard Nick Townsend also received First Team honors, capping off a stellar campaign where he led the team in scoring.
In women's ice hockey, Mark Bolding has been named a finalist for the American Hockey Coaches Association Division I Coach of the Year Award. Bolding's leadership guided Yale to one of its most successful seasons, securing the ECAC regular-season title and a spot in the NCAA Tournament, where the Bulldogs achieved a significant victory over Minnesota Duluth. This recognition follows Bolding's previous Coach of the Year award in 2022, underscoring his impact on the program.
In swimming and diving, Caroline Riggs is set to compete in the NCAA Swimming Championships, beginning March 18 in Atlanta, Georgia. Riggs qualified for the championships as the No. 34 overall seed in the 1650-yard freestyle, following a strong performance at the Ivy League Championships. She is the first Yale swimmer to qualify for the NCAA Championships since 2022, highlighting a significant achievement for the program as she aims to make an impact on the national stage.