Jordan Obi, a standout guard for the University of Pennsylvania women's basketball team, was selected 44th overall by the Las Vegas Aces in the third round of the 2026 WNBA Draft. This achievement makes her the first player in program history to be drafted. Over her career, Obi accumulated 1,142 points and 631 rebounds, earning three All-Ivy selections and solidifying her place among the program's all-time greats. Her senior season culminated in a Sweet 16 appearance with Kentucky, further showcasing her talent on a national stage.
In track and field, Jessica Oji and Ryan Matulonis received recognition as Ivy League Athletes of the Week for their outstanding performances. Oji, a freshman, set a new school record in the women's shot put with a throw of 18.10 meters at the Spec Towns Invitational, currently ranking her first in the NCAA. Matulonis, competing in the 400-meter hurdles, clocked in at 49.39 seconds, placing second in the event and second in all-time program history. The Quakers will next compete at the Tom Jones Invitational and Paul Donahue Invitational this weekend.
The men's and women's squash teams also celebrated academic accolades, with Hao Cui and Sohaila Ismail named to the Philly-SIDA Academic All-Area Teams. Both athletes had previously earned Academic All-Ivy recognition, reflecting their dual commitment to excellence in both academics and athletics.
In football, the Quakers hosted their 18th annual Get in the Game Bone Marrow Drive, continuing a tradition that has seen over 3,300 registrants and 24 donors in its history. This initiative, aimed at increasing awareness and registration for bone marrow donation, underscores the program's commitment to community service.
Finally, Penn Athletics ranked 44th in the Mid-Year Learfield Director’s Cup standings, a testament to the broad-based success of its athletic programs, with notable contributions from men's and women's fencing, wrestling, and track and field. The rankings reflect the cumulative success of various sports and will be updated again later this spring.