The Tufts University men's lacrosse team secured its place in the NCAA Quarterfinals for the seventh consecutive year with a commanding 24-10 victory over Middlebury College on May 10. The Jumbos, ranked No. 1 nationally, showcased their offensive prowess, scoring 13 goals in the third quarter alone. After trailing early in the game, Tufts rallied to take control, with senior Jack Regnery netting five goals and first-year Jack Donovan contributing significantly to the scoring surge. The Jumbos will face No. 6 York College (Pa.) in the quarterfinals on Saturday at 4:30 PM at Bello Field.
In baseball, Tufts University made history by hosting an NCAA Tournament Regional for the first time, set to take place from May 15-17 at Sol Gittleman Park. The Jumbos, who finished the regular season with a strong 30-9 record, enter the tournament as the top seed. They will face fourth-seeded Mitchell College in their opening game on Friday at 11 AM. Earlier in the week, shortstop James Henshon and pitcher Cole Donato were recognized with NESCAC honors following the team's championship victory, with Henshon earning Player of the Week accolades for his standout performance throughout the tournament.
The Tufts softball team has also been making headlines, as they prepare to host an NCAA Regional at Spicer Field from May 14-16. The Jumbos, who hold a 30-10 record, are the top seed in their regional and will play Alfred University in their first game on Thursday at 10 AM. The squad received significant recognition this week, with Haley Leimbach being named Defensive Player of the Year and Paige Murphy earning Rookie of the Year in the NESCAC, alongside five All-Conference selections, the most in the league.
In sailing, the women's team is set to compete at the ICSA Women's Fleet Race National Championship starting May 15 in St. Petersburg, Florida. The Jumbos will race against 36 teams, aiming to secure a spot in the finals after the semifinal rounds. Additionally, 16 Tufts sailors were honored on the ICSA All-Academic Team, the most of any institution, highlighting the program's commitment to both athletic and academic excellence.
On the tennis courts, four players from both the men's and women's teams were named to the Academic All-District® Teams, recognizing their achievements in academics and athletics. The women's team is currently ranked #20 nationally and has secured an NCAA Tournament berth, while the men's team, ranked #3, recently won the NESCAC championship and advanced to the NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals. Senior Holden Kittelberger of the men's golf team was also honored, earning a spot on the PING All-Region I Team for his impressive performances throughout the season, contributing to the team's strong finishes at various tournaments.