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Elon baseball loses rubber game 8-3 at College of Charleston

A critical error and five-run bottom of the sixth inning led the College of Charleston Cougars baseball team to an 8-3 win against the Elon University Phoenix on Sunday. After handing the Cougars their first loss in the Colonial Athletic Association on Saturday, the Phoenix found itself in an early three-run deficit. Elon senior Lucas Bakker had a rough start to the game by allowing a walk, a double and a single to the top of the order in the bottom of the first inning to put the Phoenix in a quick 1-0 hole.

Softball has high hopes for rest of year after beating Delaware

Having improved its record to 25-13 (7-5 Colonial Athletic Association) after an important series win against the University of Delaware Blue Hens, the Elon University softball team has high hopes for the remainder of the season. “I am very pleased with the growth of our team at this point,” head coach Kathy Bocock said, “This team has matured through the season by helping each other through adversity with lots of schedule changes.” Elon currently sits in third place in the CAA but has had its share of obstacles in the process of climbing the leaderboard. Inclement weather forced the Phoenix to reschedule several games, often at inconvenient times.

Elonthon raises more than $180,000 FTK

More than 1,400 students — approximately 25 percent of Elon University’s student body — participated in the 12th annual Elonthon dance marathon, raising $180,068.58 for Duke Children’s Hospital and Health Center. “This number represents more than just a number.  It represents hope, and it represents Elon, and it represents the kind culture that we’re trying to cultivate here of selflessness and philanthropy,” said Elonthon’s Executive Director Kaylyn Weller when the total was revealed.

Health Watch: Allergy Tips

Trees budding, flowers blooming, and grass thriving on Elon's campus might make things beautiful, but there's one drawback: pollen.

Women’s lacrosse snaps losing streak with 8-7 win against William & Mary

Freshman midfielder Stephanie Asher scored three goals as the Elon University women's lacrosse team defeated the William & Mary Tribe 8-7 today to win its first Colonial Athletic Association game this season. Elon got off to a hot start, leading 6-1 after 10 minutes of play.

Update: Rosales' condition continues to improve

Elon first-year Gabriela Rosales' is now able to breathe without a ventilator at UNC Hospital, four weeks after getting hit by a car while walking across North Williamson in Elon. Her CaringBridge site, which her family uses to give updates on Rosales' condition, also says the tube that monitors her inter-cranial pressure has been removed. The latest post on the site, which came Sunday morning, states Rosales now opens her eyes and blinks and appears to be gaining strength by moving her arms and legs. Rosales' parents, Carmencita and Roberto, are with Rosales at UNC Hospital from Nicaragua. Elon University faculty and staff, including Associate Chaplain for Catholic Life Gerry Waterman and University Chaplain Jan Fuller have been visiting Rosales over the past few weeks. Here on campus, Rosales is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority.

Baseball hands No. 26 College of Charleston first CAA loss

After losing Friday's series opener at the College of Charleston 11-3, the Elon University baseball ended the Cougars' 10-0 undefeated record in Colonial Athletic Association play with a 4-1 win on Saturday. The Phoenix offense developed a rhythm in the second and third innings by collecting four runs on five hits. Senior center fielder Quinn Bower put Elon on the scoreboard in the top of the second inning with an RBI single to left to bring in freshman designated hitter James Venuto.

Elon softball splits pivotal doubleheader against Delaware

While 18 runners left on base may not be a typical recipe for success, the Elon University softball team cashed in on enough opportunities late in its second game to split its doubleheader against the University of Delaware Blue Hens. After losing the first game 4-1 and stranding 11, the Phoenix scored five runs in the bottom of the fifth inning in the second game.

Women's tennis team defeats NC Central 6-1 on Senior Day

The Elon University women’s tennis team was victorious on Senior Day, defeating North Carolina Central University 6-1. Seniors Barbora Lazarova and Maria Camara were honored before the match. “I was so nervous in the beginning,” Lazarova said.

Men's tennis finishes regular season with 6-1 win

The Elon University men’s tennis team closed out the regular season in style with a 6-1 win against East Carolina University and swept the top five singles positions. The Phoenix started hot by winning the doubles point.

#FTK: Elonthon goes 24 hours 'For the Kids'

Seven-run first inning deals baseball 11-3 loss to College of Charleston

A horrendous seven-run first inning for the Elon University baseball team propelled the College of Charleston Cougars to an 11-3 win. Sophomore Matt Harris got the start for the Phoenix and had his worst outing thus far into the season.

Women's tennis falls 4-3 to College of Charleston

The Elon University women’s tennis team allowed three unanswered points to lose 4-3 to close its match against the College of Charleston. “I think we can learn from this and maybe be more disciplined on the court and a little smarter with our strategies,” head coach Elizabeth Anderson said.

Jammin' George's not-so-average jam reflects his unique personality

Certain produce is in season now, but the Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmer's Market is open all year.

Elon junior track athlete charged with assault

UPDATED: Friday, 1:48 p.m. Jennifer Diane Esposito, a 20-year-old junior and member of the women’s track and field team, was arrested early Tuesday morning on a simple assault charge. Esposito struck the victim with a closed fist, per the Alamance County Clerk of Court.

Elon students take on half marathons

Across campus, a blonde ponytail bobbed up and down, bright Nike sneakers hit the pavement and music blasted.

Basketball player watches from sidelines during recovery

As class periods ended, students shuffled about campus and walked to their next class, but a few lagged behind.

Living Learning Communities matter

Then-freshman Nathan Smith was placed in the Communications Learning Community as a second semester transfer student.

Balancing physical and mental health

College is demanding of its students academically, socially and emotionally.

Doctor's Orders: Health and wellness, wealth and hellness

Doctor's Orders is a weekly satirical column in which two unprofessional, definitely fake doctors offer up prescriptions for their phoenix patients.  When The Pendulum decided to do an issue on health and wellness, naturally we medical un-professionals got excited.