Women's Basketball
Women’s basketball pounded by No. 24 Villanova in 67-41 rout
Against their strongest opponent thus far, the Quakers couldn't match up with a dominant Villanova squad.
Women's basketball can't muster a win in back-and-forth battle with St. Joe's
In its third consecutive road game to open up the season, Penn women’s basketball, looking to rebound from a loss against Northwestern, fell to St. Joe’s in a tough 57-50 contest.
Women's basketball manages late comeback, but falls at Northwestern 63-55
A weak offensive performance in the first half coupled with holes in Penn’s defense throughout the game led to a difficult 63-55 loss to the Wildcats.
Women's basketball fights Red Foxes to 65-61 win on the road
Penn women's basketball marks its first result of the season a win against Marist, with senior guard Kayla Padilla leading the campaign.
Geography of women's basketball: Northeast hotspots and Californian stars
California hosts two of Penn's standout stars from last season, Kayla Padilla and Jordan Obi, amidst a roster dense with talent from the East Coast.
Senior Mandy McGurk steps up to co-captain role for women's basketball
Captains can be quiet and lead by example, or be loud and vocal — Mandy McGurk of Penn women's basketball is the latter.
Wearing Filipino heritage in the Red and Blue: Kayla Padilla fortifies her culture in the game
As a two-time first team All-Ivy player and one of Penn’s most prolific three-point shooters, it’s almost like basketball runs in Padilla's blood.
Five biggest games of the upcoming Penn women's basketball season
Penn women's basketball faces an intense introduction to this season, with a challenging month of non-conference play against high-leverage opponents to precede Ivy League matchups.
Eyes on March: Coach Mike McLaughlin ‘excited to see the team succeed’
With six rookies, two sisters, and a fifth-spot ranking ahead of the season, coach Mike McLaughlin looks forward to seeing growth within the team prove on the court.
Emails, tryouts, and time management: Walking on to a Penn sports team
Joining a Penn sports team after the acceptance letter is a process varying by sport, with some paths drawing a clearer process than others.
Red and Blue scrimmages give last look at Penn basketball before season tip-off
In their last public scrimmage before the start of the regular season, Penn men and women's basketball showcased communication, playmaking, and ball movement.
Ivy League women's basketball power rankings: Preseason
Following a year where Penn women's basketball drifted below expectations, the Quakers are returning an exciting lineup in hopes of reaching their first NCAA Tournament berth since 2017.
Head sports dietitian Cat Hammer brings firsthand experience to her new role
In her newly elevated role as head sports dietician, Cat Hammer is always looking for new ways to help Penn student athletes achieve their nutritional goals.
The best of graduating seniors: Winter edition
After a year of canceled competition, winter sports returned this season to Penn's campus. With them, many Quaker seniors were able to make one last mark on the program they dedicated their college careers to.
Penn women's basketball's Mia Lakstigala announces commitment to George Washington
Mia Lakstigala, who was the third-leading scorer and rebounder for Penn women's basketball this past season, is heading to George Washington University next season to play for the Colonials.
Young Quakers program: How Penn athletes engage with West Philly
Young Quakers is a Netter Center program that partners varsity Penn athletes with K-8 students at Penn's University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS) in West Philadelphia.
Catching up with the Quakers: Spring Break recap
Keep up to date with the Quakers as winter sports charge towards final gasps for glory at NCAA Championships and spring sports show hints of what the coming season has in store.
Women's basketball eliminated from Ivy contention with loss at Princeton
Going up against a team that hadn't lost an Ivy matchup all season, the Quakers had their work cut out for them, and while they kept it close early, they couldn't keep up with the Tigers for most of the game.
Women's basketball dominates Dartmouth 79-54 in Senior Day celebration
With the welcome return of senior captain Meg Hair after an absence due to injury, the seniors stepped up to name the night as their own.