Elon University men’s basketball defeated by #2 Duke University
Elon University’s men’s basketball team trails at halftime against the #2 Duke University Blue Devils, 44-26.
Elon University’s men’s basketball team trails at halftime against the #2 Duke University Blue Devils, 44-26.
Last season, Elon University’s men’s basketball team struggled with interior defense and scoring. Head coach Mike Schrage said the Phoenix needed more size to help Michael Graham and Chuck Hannah in the frontcourt and is confident the team addressed that need this offseason.
The Elon University women's basketball team added some firepower over the off-season, adding transfers junior Bria Harmon and sophomore Ajia James to the roster.
Elon (3-8) will return to action on Dec. 18 for a game against Shaw University. The game at Schar Center will begin at 4 p.m.
Coming to Elon is an accomplishment that Elon University senior Duru Tasman holds in high regards, and one that she said made her journey worth it. The bold decision to study in another country, away from her family and home, was not an easy one — but one she said she stands by nonetheless.
Elon (7-2) returns home for its final two non-conference games against Gardner-Webb University and Francis Marion University on Dec. 20 and 30. Both games begin at 7 p.m. at Schar Center.
After missing the entire 2020-21 season due to a torn ACL, junior guard Zac Ervin has returned to Elon University’s men’s basketball team.
The 2021-22 season for Elon University women’s basketball is a noteworthy and historic one for head coach Charlotte Smith.
Elon (2-8) will return to action on Dec. 15 for a game against Winthrop University. The game at Schar Center will begin at 7 p.m.
The Phoenix are now 5-2 heading into the team’s next matchup against Davidson College in Schar Center on Dec. 12.
Looking to snap its losing streak, the Phoenix (2-7) will return to action on Saturday, Dec. 11, to face off against the UNC Chapel Hill Tar Heels. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m on the ACC Network.
Five Elon University football players have entered the NCAA’s Transfer Portal and will look to finish their college football careers at a new school.
Senior guard Brie Perpignan has been a leader for Elon University’s women’s basketball for the last four seasons. After the team’s last season was shortened due to COVID-19, Perpignan said she is excited to be back on the court.
Now 2-6 on the season, Elon will look to snap its losing streak on Saturday, Dec. 4 in a home tilt against the High Point University Panthers. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.
The Phoenix will take on the UNC Greensboro Spartans at The Greensboro Coliseum on Nov. 30. The game will air on ESPN+ at 7 p.m.
The Phoenix, now 4-1, return home to face North Carolina Central University on Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.
The Phoenix take on #1 South Carolina on the road on Nov. 26. With a 4-0 record, Smith said she is looking forward to the chance to take on such a well-ranked opponent this week.
The Phoenix resumes its non-conference schedule against the Jacksonville State University Gamecocks on Saturday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m.
Elon will now enter its first normal offseason since the conclusion of the 2019 season after the program played during the spring of 2021 with its fall season being pushed back due to COVID-19.
Elon’s season is over, as the Phoenix finish with a record of 17-11. With the win, Towson clinched an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.