Sports

15 questions with... Jacinta Arnold, a Penn women's track and field sophomore

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

Penn men’s rowing shows improvement in second regatta of the season

Both the heavyweight and lightweight teams from Penn competed against schools in the greater Philadelphia area in the Kerr Cup regatta, including Temple, Drexel, Saint Joseph's, and Washington College. The event was officially hosted by Drexel.

Ben Kioko embodies perseverance for Penn men's track and field

Despite only being a freshman on the track team, Ben Kioko has already learned the importance of perseverance and self-efficacy in his sport.

Penn men's lightweight rowing beats heavier competition at Murphy Cup Regatta

The Quakers competed on the Schuylkill River in the 38th annual Murphy Cup Regatta hosted by Temple. The distance for this race was 2,000 meters and the conditions on the third were great for rowing.

Julia Longo's mental toughness is at the core of her softball success

Penn Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Action combines faith with athlete experience

Penn FCAIA prides itself on being able to use the power of sport, which its website describes as “a universal language.”

15 questions with... Grace O'Shea, a Penn women's track and field sophomore

The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Grace O'Shea of Penn women’s track and field 15 questions about her time with the team, her experience at Penn, and her life overall.

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.