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NEWS 3/6/14 11:24am

Inconsistent Phoenix preparing for SoCon Tournament

By Kyle Maher

After a grueling 28-game regular season that had its ups and downs, the most important games of the Elon University women’s basketball team’s season have yet to be played. The Phoenix will play Appalachian State University at 2:15 p.m.

NEWS 3/5/14 9:27pm

Phoenix holds off Blue Hose for fifth straight win

By Kyle Maher

The Elon University softball team used timely hitting and a dominant showing on the mound from junior Caitlin O’Shea to hold off Presbyterian College, 4-2, March 5 at Hunt Softball Park. Phoenix sophomore starter Kayla Caruso lasted just two innings, giving up two runs on two hits.

NEWS 3/5/14 9:15pm

Elon drops 12-inning tilt with High Point

By Tommy Hamzik

Days after losing a tight one at home to High Point University, the Elon University baseball team fell to the Panthers, 2-1, in 12 innings March 5 at High Point. With one out in the 12th and runners at the corners, High Point center fielder Josh Greene lofted a 3-2 pitch into center, good for a sacrifice fly and to score the winning run. The Panthers drew a leadoff walk from Elon senior Jacob Baker, and Elon coach Mike Kennedy pulled Baker in favor of freshman Dimitri Lettas.

NEWS 3/5/14 6:02pm

Elon showing consistency in win streak

By Matt Mallian

Five straight wins for the Elon University women’s tennis team have gotten the team back on track after starting the season 0-4.  Its recent success has been due to the consistency throughout the lineup. From senior Jordan Johnston at No.

NEWS 3/5/14 2:04pm

Elon's Rhodes named SoCon Freshman of the Year

By Tommy Hamzik

Elon University freshman Jenifer Rhodes was named Southern Conference Freshman of the Year as voted on by the coaches, the league announced March 5. Rhodes averaged 9.7 points per game and 5.5 rebounds per game while being named CRONS Freshman of the Week three times throughout the course of the year.

NEWS 3/4/14 11:54pm

Elon men's hoops becoming hot ticket on campus

By Tommy Hamzik

Somewhere on Elon University’s campus lies a cape, two lawn chairs and some basketballs. It sounds like something you’d picture in a toddler’s play room, but those objects took on a new meaning March 1. With the Elon men’s basketball team playing host to perennial power Davidson College at 7 p.m.

NEWS 3/4/14 11:47pm

Local Elon businesses respond to proposed town changes

By Jonathan Black

The Town of Elon released its first downtown master plan two weeks ago. The plan calls for an eight-block change to the downtown area bordered by Williamson and Manning Avenues to the east and west and Haggard and Lebanon Avenues to the north and south. The proposal plans for 10 mixed-use buildings to house retail and restaurants on the first floor and offices or residential space on the top floors.

NEWS 3/4/14 11:31pm

Elon blue lights aim to prevent crime at cost

By Michael Bodley

A walk across Elon University’s campus in the middle of the night is never completely pitch-black, thanks in large part to the 31 blue light emergency response systems that illuminate the darker reaches of campus. The blue lights, which cost $5,000 to install and have yearly electricity fees, are a necessary crime deterrent on campus, according to Dennis Franks, Elon University police chief.

NEWS 3/4/14 11:09pm

Women's lacrosse captains supply competitive spark

By Kate Murphy

With 21 freshmen on roster, leadership is one pivotal piece to success for the Elon University women’s lacrosse team. Beyond the large freshmen class, four upperclassmen have been practicing with the coaching staff and preparing the launch the program since last spring.

NEWS 3/4/14 10:58pm

CCM, LEAF host Mardi Gras party

By Kaitlin Dunn

More than 100 people attended a Mardi Gras party sponsored by Catholic Campus Ministry (CCM) and Lutherans, Episcopalians and Friends (LEAF) at Elon March 4. Mardi Gras (the French term for Fat Tuesday) is a tradition in the Christian faith, celebrating the time before the Lenten season.

NEWS 3/4/14 7:17pm

Winter Term 2015 offers new study abroad opportunities

By Kaitlin Dunn

March 5, the Global Education Center unveiled its Winter Term study abroad programs for 2015 at the Winter Term study abroad fair. This year there are more programs being offered than ever before, including the first upper level GST study abroad course, among several others. Bill Burress, assistant director of international programs at the Global Education Center, said he is very excited for Winter Term 2015. “We have a really good variety of courses this year,” Burress said.

NEWS 3/4/14 1:57pm

Troutman, Koch named to All-SoCon team

By Tommy Hamzik

Elon University senior forward Lucas Troutman and senior guard Sebastian Koch each garnered All-Southern Conference honors for their play this past season. Troutman, who averages 16.1 points per game, was named to the All-SoCon Team selected by the coaches and First Team All-SoCon by the media.

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SPORTS 02/08/2026 12:32pm
Breakout performances power Elon athletics

Across multiple sports, several Elon athletes are stepping into larger roles and delivering pivotal performances. From breakout scorers on the court to record-setting runs on the track, the Phoenix have found impact players up and down the roster, offering a snapshot of the depth and momentum building across Elon athletics. In the past two weeks, these four athletes have showcased themselves as predominant parts of their teams and Elon athletics overall. 

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