Friday, October 11, 2024
Colby-Sawyer College will add two new varsity sports programs — softball in the fall of 2025 and men’s lacrosse in the fall of 2026.
Both programs will compete in NCAA Division III, which emphasizes the importance of academics alongside athletics. This expansion of the college’s athletic offerings reflects its commitment to providing a comprehensive experience to student-athletes and promoting student engagement through diverse sports programs.
“The addition of these two highly competitive and popular varsity pr
ograms will be a tremendous benefit both for our student-athletes and for the campus community at large,” Director of Athletics Jeanette McKillop said. “The introduction of softball and men’s lacrosse will not only enhance the college’s athletic portfolio but also create new opportunities for student-athletes to compete at a collegiate level.”
Both sports are popular among college students in the region.
According to McKillop, the number of men’s lacrosse programs in Division
III has surged in the Northeast as schools have recognized the sport's
appeal and its ability to draw student interest. As of 2023, more than
200 colleges field men’s lacrosse teams. This growth reflects a broader
trend in youth sports, where lacrosse has gained popularity particularly
among high school athletes. Because of its current popularity, lacrosse
will return to the Olympic games in 2028.
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