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Over 300 current and former swimmers sign letter in support of swimmer Lia Thomas
More than 300 current and former swimmers signed a letter in support of Penn women's swimmer Lia Thomas and all transgender and nonbinary athletes.
Sixteen Penn swimmers say teammate Lia Thomas should not be allowed to compete
The student-athletes wrote in their letter that Thomas was taking “competitive opportunities” away from them, particularly spots in the Ivy League championship meet.
Penn women's swimming declares 'full support' for transgender teammate Lia Thomas
Amid ongoing updates to guidelines on transgender athletes, Penn's women's swimming and diving team stated its full support of teammate Lia Thomas.
Quakers swimming and diving spoils senior night for the Golden Rams
The women won a close match while the men dominated to secure victories in the final meet before the Ivy League Championships.
Penn Athletics to allow fans back into winter sporting events
Beginning on Feb. 1, spectators will be allowed to attend winter sports competitions, which includes men’s and women’s basketball.
Penn swimming appears outmatched against strong Harvard squad
With only two meets remaining until the Ivy League Championships in February, Penn men’s and women’s swimming looked to right their respective ships this weekend.
Penn swimming and diving hosts Ivy League rivals for senior day
Several seniors closed out the meaningful afternoon at their home pool with notable results, with many underclassmen also stepping up to prove results as well.
Penn, Ivy League release statements in support of swimmer Lia Thomas
“Lia Thomas has met or exceeded all NCAA protocols over the past two years for a transgender female student-athlete to compete for a women’s team. She will continue to represent the Penn women’s swimming team in competition this season," Penn Athletics wrote on Thursday.
Penn Athletics to restrict in-person attendance for winter sports
Winter sports competition will continue behind closed doors as Penn responds to rising COVID-19 cases in Philadelphia as well as across collegiate sports.
Winter sports look poised for some success as they head into second half of season
As did fall sports, the winter athletics teams entered the season having not played in almost two years. Unlike this past fall season, however, it looks like a few of these teams have a shot at competing for Ivy League titles.
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas breaks records
Thomas will represent the Quakers on Jan. 8 against Dartmouth at home at the Sheerr Pool.
Penn Athletics weekend preview: Winter is here
With the winter sports season in full swing, we take a look at which Red and Blue teams will be in action in this weekend.
Penn Athletics weekend preview: squash, wrestling, basketball and more in action
Winter sports are in full swing this weekend, as the last remaining fall sports see their conclusions.
Penn men and women’s swimming go two-for-two in meets against Villanova and Brown
In their two recent meets, Penn swimming won decisively against Villanova and Brown, respectively, to garner momentum as the season progresses on.
Fall and winter sports contribute to busy weekend
As fall sports come to a close and winter sports are just kicking off, Penn fans are in for an action-packed weekend. Here is an overview of this weekend's upcoming events.
Penn Athletics weekend preview: Fall sports winding down as winter sports open seasons
As the fall sports seasons are drawing to a close and winter seasons are opening up, multiple sports are in play. Here is a look into the multitude of games and events over the weekend.
Previewing the winter sports season
With winter sports right around the corner, here's a look at which Penn teams will be in action this upcoming season.
Penn's Olympians: How nine Quakers fared in the 2020 Games
Nine Quakers, six countries, six sports. Here’s a look at the athletes who repped the Red and Blue in addition to their countries’ colors at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Jamaica's Keanan Dols set to become first Penn Olympic swimmer since 1976
Dols set the national record in the 200 IM, beating a time he had set back in 2018. Now, he's preparing for the biggest swim of his life in Tokyo.