Sports

Penn baseball drops rubber match against La Salle after a wild first inning

Penn baseball showed some fight but ultimately could not overcome a four-run first inning from La Salle University as they lost 6-4 on Wednesday, handing the Explorers a temporary head-to-head edge on the season.

Penn softball's three-game win streak broken in 3-1 loss to Saint Joseph's

A couple mistakes on the mound combined with a limited offensive production spelled out a gloomy day for Penn softball. 

Freshman Isabella Whittaker focuses on the mental component of track and field

As Penn track freshman Isabella Whittaker begins her first year in the Red and Blue, her experiences have already exceeded her expectations.

15 questions with... Gibson Thomas, a Penn women's tennis sophomore

The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Gibson Thomas of Penn women’s tennis 15 questions about her time with the team, her experience at Penn, and her life overall. Here's what the sophomore had to say.

DP Sports Player of the Week: Emma Nedley

Penn softball has been on a winning streak, and junior outfielder Emma Nedley has played a large part in that success, earning her DP Sports Player of the Week.

Origin stories: Penn tennis

Although organized tennis had been present at Penn as early as 1880, it took the University multiple years to catch up with its Ivy League counterparts in forming an official tennis team.

Penn track and field continues its success at first away meet of the season

Coming off two very successful meets, Penn track and field carried their momentum to their first meet away from Franklin Field. The Temple Invitational, which included all Big 5 schools and the women's teams from Delaware and Loyola University Maryland, was hosted by Temple on Friday and Saturday. 

Junior pitcher Joe Miller is refining his technique in hopes of making the MLB

Hailing from Hatboro, Pa., junior pitcher Joe Miller is known for having a solid changeup and slider and has become a leader for Penn baseball as he has progressed in his time with the program.

Penn women's rowing captures first victory in over 500 days without competition

On April 3, 2021 over 500 days since their last competition, Penn women’s rowing brought home a win at the Murphy Cup Regatta.

15 questions with... Ola Abinusawa, a Penn men's track and field sophomore

The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Ola Abinusawa of Penn men’s track and field 15 questions about his time with the team, his experience at Penn, and his life overall. Here's what the sophomore had to say.

Penn softball's Ashley Waco passes on her father's lessons to younger players

For Ashley Waco of the Penn softball team, finding her role on the team made her Penn softball experience meaningful. Originating from Los Angeles, Waco is a junior midfielder studying at the Wharton School and concentrating in finance and legal studies and majoring in economics.

Penn sweeps surprise double header against La Salle

Penn softball wasn't expecting to play this weekend, but a last minute matchup against La Salle provided two wins for the Quakers. 

Penn men's tennis notches first wins of the season versus Villanova and Drexel

On Friday, the Red and Blue swept all six singles matches to cruise past the Wildcats. The next day, the Quakers used a strong showing in doubles to propel them to victory over the Dragons.

15 questions with... Will DiGrande, a former DP Senior Sports Editor

Current sports editor Brandon Pride sat down with one of his predecessors, senior "Big Will" DiGrande and asked him 15 questions about his time at the DP, his time at Penn, and life overall.

Penn softball splits doubleheader at Villanova

The Quakers split the pair of contests against the Wildcats, dropping the first game 6-2 before rebounding with a 4-2 victory. 

In Photos: After a year off the field, Penn athletics returns to competition

After over one year without sporting events, the Quakers returned to competition on Mar. 27 under new health and safety guidelines. Here's what the first week of games looked like.

Origin stories: Penn wrestling

Wrestling holds a very special place in the hearts of many lifelong Quakers. 

Penn basketball alumnus Dylan Jones graduates from shooting basketballs to shooting videos

Almost seven years after his first start for Penn in his freshman year, Jones is now a video coordinator for the Houston Rockets.

15 questions with... Penn men's lacrosse junior Sam Handley

The Daily Pennsylvanian asked midfielder Sam Handley of Penn men's lacrosse 15 questions about his time with the team, his experience at Penn, and his life overall. Here's what the junior had to say.

Junior Dylan Gergar is an offensive weapon for Penn men's lacrosse

Despite the unexpected pause in lacrosse after never missing a year of play since he first picked up the stick, Gergar has maintained his enthusiasm for the welcome return to competition when it finally arrives.