Lafayette Colleges annual PARDees event celebrated top student-athletes, with mens soccer dominating awards. Samir Dishnica and Nadia Zaffanella received top honors, while April McDonald and Ryan Pettit were recognized for courage and resilience. New awards included the John L. Squarcia Athlete of the Year, won by Bobby McClosky and Alexa LaSasso. Field hockey earned Iron Leopards and softball repeated as Leopard Cup champs.

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Lafayette Colleges Mark Butler, a junior, has been named to the 2025-26 Academic All-Patriot League Mens Basketball Team. This prestigious honor recognizes student-athletes with a minimum 3.20 GPA, who are starters or key reserves. Butler, a Philadelphia native, excelled on the court with a top-ten national assist-to-turnover ratio and career-high performances. Off the court, he actively participates in community service and fundraising efforts. Joining him on the team is Navys Austin Benigni, the Mens Basketball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, and teammates from Bucknell, Colgate, and Lehigh. Fans are encouraged to watch for the Leopards future achievements.

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Lafayettes Mens Basketball Team Falls Short in Patriot League Championship

Lafayettes mens basketball team lost to Holy Cross in the Patriot League Championship first round, with Caleb Williams leading the Leopards in scoring and assists. Despite a strong first half, Holy Cross took control in the second half, securing the win with crucial free throws. The Leopards finished the season with an 11-21 record.

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Caleb Williams, a six-foot sophomore guard at Lafayette College, is excelling in basketball and academics. With a single moms unwavering support, hes become a top player, averaging 15 points per game. His journey began at age nine, influenced by his cousin and dad. Williams enjoys the snowy Easton, Pennsylvania campus, preferring Dubs for wings. On the court, hes improved decision-making and maturity, drawing inspiration from Allen Iverson and Kyrie Irving. Off the court, family bonds and team camaraderie fuel his ambition to make his parents proud and achieve greater goals.

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Lafayettes Leopards face American University in their first Patriot League matchup, with the Eagles boasting a strong home record. The teams last met in the league tournament, where American emerged victorious. Lafayettes Caleb Williams leads the league in scoring, while standouts like Mark Butler and Christian Humphrey-Rembert drive the Leopards success. American, under coach Duane Simpkins, returns key players. As the regular season nears its end, Lafayette aims to build momentum before hosting Navy.

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Navy Midshipmen, with a strong 17-6 record and top-ranked defense, face Lafayette Leopards in Patriot League basketball. Navy, led by Austin Benigni and Aidan Kehoe, won their last game against Loyola Maryland. Lafayette, with a 7-16 record and 4-6 in conference, struggles with turnovers but has Caleb Williams scoring 16.9 points per game. The Midshipmen aim for their tenth win in the last ten games, while Lafayette seeks home advantage to turn their season around.

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Tonights matchup: Lafayette Leopards vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks in Bethlehem, PA. Lafayette (5-15) faces Lehigh (8-12) in their first league encounter. Lehigh holds a strong home record, while Lafayette struggles in close games. Both teams play tight defense, with Lehigh averaging 73.1 points and Lafayette allowing 75.8. Key players to watch: Lehighs Nasir Whitlock (19.8 ppg) and Hank Alvey (16.3 ppg), Lafayettes Caleb Williams (16.3 ppg, 3.6 rbg) and Andrew Phillips (14 ppg, 3.3 rbg). Lehigh is 5-5 in their last 10 games, averaging 77.4 points, while Lafayette is 2-8, shooting 43.4% from the field. Expect a tough, competitive game.

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Lafayette Leopards face American Eagles in Patriot League basketball, seeking redemption after a close loss to Bucknell. American, with a strong home record and top rebounding stats, presents a formidable challenge. Key players to watch include Collins and Jones for American, and Humphrey and Williams for Lafayette. This game marks their first conference matchup, promising a thrilling battle on the boards.

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