Sprint Football
Penn Athletics Fall preview: Soccer, field hockey, football season expectations
Going into the upcoming fall athletics season, five teams will see action for the first time since 2019.
10 things everyone should know about Penn Athletics
After reading this list, expect to be a little more fluent in Quaker jargon — from the program’s storied past to its ever-changing present.
Revisiting the Breakout: Brendan McCaffrey
In this edition of "Revisiting the Breakout," the DP looks at Brendan McCaffrey, who is looking to repeat the success from his sophomore season during his senior year.
The best of graduating seniors: Fall Edition
While it didn't end as abruptly as last year's season, this year's athletics season was marred by cancellations and a lack of play. For many of Penn's graduating seniors, this meant that they had no traditional senior night. In honor of these soon-to-be graduates, here's a look at some of the seniors from fall sports that impacted their respective programs the most.
Penn sprint football participates in Walk-A-Thon to raise money for cerebral palsy research
On Sunday Mar. 21, coach Jerry McConnell's football team took part in a Walk-A-Thon for the Children's Hospital of Pennsylvania to benefit funding for cerebral palsy research, raising over $4,500 for the cause.
Student-athletes react to Penn’s sophomore dining plan requirement
In February 2021, Penn announced that current freshmen must enroll in a dining plan during their sophomore year, sparking confusion and backlash from students. For athletes, who often follow strict nutritional guidelines as part of their training, this new policy spurred conflicting opinions.
15 Questions with... Brendan McCaffrey, a Penn sprint football junior
The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Brendan McCaffrey of Penn sprint football 15 questions about his sport, his time at Penn, and life overall. Here's what the junior had to say.
Penn sprint football uses face mask sale to provide meals for essential workers
The idea of selling face masks was first introduced by Tom Console, quality control coach, and it evolved into a fundraiser for first responders.
15 questions with... Ben Klaus, a Penn sprint football junior
The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Penn sprint football's Ben Klaus 15 questions about his sport, his time at Penn, and his life overall. Here's what the junior wide receiver, tight end, and linebacker had to say.
15 questions with... Laquan McKever, a Penn sprint football junior
The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Penn sprint football's Laquan McKever 15 questions about his sport, his time at Penn, and his life overall. Here's what the junior had to say.
15 questions with... Josh Trybus, a Penn sprint football senior
The Daily Pennsylvanian asked Penn sprint football's Josh Trybus 15 questions about his sport, his time at Penn, and life overall. Here's what the senior had to say.
How Penn sprint football plans to replace MVP quarterback Eddie Jenkins
Boasting a strong senior class headlined by center Matt Hermann, wideout Billy Murphy, and quarterback Eddie Jenkins, the Red and Blue finished third in last season's CSFL standings.
Sprint football's Jerry McConnell ready to fill Bill Wagner's big shoes
Jerry McConnell has the tough task of replacing 50-year sprint football coach Bill Wagner, but he will use his 12 years of experience at Penn to lead the Quakers.
CSFL announces it won't have fall season, but Army and Navy will still play
The decision to not have a fall season will mean that Penn sprint football supporters will have to wait a little longer to see the team's first new coach in 50 years.
One athlete from each sport to keep an eye on this fall
Although the fates of sports seasons around the globe are still up in the air, Penn has numerous athletes looking to continue their success in the fall.
DiGrande | Is football worth the price?
We need to think critically about the benefits and drawbacks of both options: allowing the game to continue as is, injuries and all, while examining the consequences of eliminating the program altogether.
Coordinator Jerry McConnell named new sprint football coach after Wagner's retirement
After 50 years with Wagner at the helm, the Quakers are turning to coach Jerry McConnell to take over the program, as announced by Penn Athletics on Tuesday.
Is Stat So? | November 4
In this week's edition of Is Stat So?, Penn men's cross country wins the Ivy Heps, Ryan Cragun continues his monster season, and coach Bill Wagner says goodbye to Penn sprint football.
Sprint football sends off coach Bill Wagner with a 31-21 victory over Caldwell
On Saturday night, Wagner concluded his 50-year career with the Red and Blue with a hard-earned, 31-21 victory against Caldwell.