Author: Leslie Scotland-Stewart
Kean University Women’s Basketball Team Preseason Outlook PITMAN, N.J. (November 6, 2025) – The New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) has released its preseason coaches’ poll, placing the Kean University women’s basketball team in eighth position. This ranking is part of a broader competitive landscape for the upcoming season. Top Contenders Leading the preseason poll is The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), which garnered six first-place votes, establishing itself as a strong favorite. Following TCNJ are Montclair State, holding second place with three first-place votes, and Rowan, who completes the top three rankings. Full NJAC Preseason Poll Rankings The complete list…
Women’s Commissioners Charger Derby fundraiserCourtesy | Anna Northcutt The recent Charger Derby organized by the Women Commissioners at Hillsdale College has proven to be a significant fundraising success, amassing over $120,000 earmarked for scholarships. This event highlights the ongoing commitment of the Women Commissioners to support students in need of financial assistance to attend Hillsdale College. According to Sue McAlpine, an alumna from the class of 1986, the fundraising efforts culminated in an impressive total of $123,758, all directed into the scholarship fund. This year marks the most successful Charger Derby to date. College President Larry Arnn shared insights into…
Mississippi University for Women Owls Prepare for New Season The women’s basketball team at the Mississippi University for Women is gearing up for an exciting season following a challenging year. Under the leadership of head coach Eric Vaughn, who took the helm last season, the Owls fell just short of qualifying for their first St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) tournament, concluding the year with an 8-17 record. This season, the team’s goal is to break through and secure a spot in the postseason. With practices underway since October 15, the Owls have been diligently working to create chemistry among…
On Wednesday, a significant gathering took place at the Computing and Data Science building, as scientists, clinicians, and sports practitioners convened for the Female Athlete Research Meeting (FARM) conference. This event was organized by the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance, aiming to delve into the critical factors affecting female athletic health. The conference examined a range of determinants influencing female athletic performance, including genetics, training regimens, sleep patterns, nutrition, and mental well-being. Joy Wu, the associate director of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance, emphasized the organization’s commitment to advancing research in this area. “Female athlete research is a major…
Match Recap: Santa Clara Broncos Secure Victory Against San Diego Toreros SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The Santa Clara women’s soccer team wrapped up their final home match of the season with an impressive 3-1 win over the San Diego Toreros. This victory improved the Broncos’ record to 8-6-4 overall and 4-2-4 in the West Coast Conference (WCC), while San Diego fell to 4-6-7 and 1-6-3 in conference play. Match Highlights Early Dominance: Santa Clara opened the scoring just three minutes into the match, as goalkeeper Ally Harrison initiated a fast break that culminated in a stunning goal from Kennedy Schoennauer,…
Pittsburg State Women’s Soccer Team Clinches MIAA Championship JOPLIN, Mo. — The Pittsburg State University women’s soccer team secured a decisive victory on November 5, 2025, achieving a 2-1 triumph over Missouri Southern State University. This win solidified their status as champions of the MIAA, closing out an impressive regular season. Game Highlights After a tense first half that ended in a scoreless tie, the Gorillas broke through in the second half. In the 75th minute, Mia Hunt successfully converted a penalty kick, giving Pitt State a critical lead. The penalty was awarded after teammate Ella Cazzavillan was fouled inside…
UMBC Women’s Basketball Faces Tough Challenge Against #10 Maryland BALTIMORE – The UMBC women’s basketball team is set to compete against #10 Maryland this Thursday evening at 6 p.m. The matchup will take place at the XFINITY Center in College Park, marking the 15th encounter between the two programs. To date, Maryland holds a perfect 14-0 record against the Retrievers, having won the latest contest 74-32 in their season opener last year. Recent Performance UMBC enters the game with an early 1-0 record after a strong 90-45 victory over Stevenson. This marks their first season-opening win since 2022, when they…
On Thursday, October 30, the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, D.C., served as a prestigious venue for the celebration of Washingtonian’s 2025 Most Powerful Women. This gathering recognized the impactful accomplishments of women throughout the DMV area, highlighting their contributions across various sectors including government, business, arts, education, law, media, and nonprofit organizations. Event Highlights The occasion was marked by a warm welcome from Cathy Merrill, CEO and President of Washingtonian, who set the tone with her introductory remarks. Following her address, Jeanelle Johnson, Managing Partner at PwC, took the stage to share insights and raise…
In a significant development for local governance, the Ontario County Board of Supervisors will welcome an increased number of women following the recent election outcomes. This change reflects a growing trend towards gender diversity in the political landscape of the region. Election Outcomes and Gender Representation The latest election saw a notable shift, as several women successfully secured seats on the Ontario County Board of Supervisors. This uptick in female representation is not only pivotal for the board but also indicative of broader changes in societal attitudes towards women’s roles in leadership. Details of the Newly Elected Officials Among the…
MIAC Women’s Soccer Playoffs: Semifinal Matchup Preview NORTHFIELD, Minn. — The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) Playoffs are heating up as the third-seeded St. Olaf College women’s soccer team prepares to challenge second-seeded Carleton College in the semifinals. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for Thursday at 2 p.m. at Bell Field. St. Olaf (15-2-2) secured their semifinal berth following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over sixth-seeded Saint Mary’s University in the quarterfinals on Monday. Carleton (14-2-2), having finished second in the regular season, received a bye into the semifinals. Other Semifinal Matchup In another exciting semifinal, fourth-seeded Augsburg University will…