Sports

Growing Payne: women's soccer coach brings winning ways to Elon

Elon University announced Feb. 24, 2018 that Payne would be stepping in to fill the role of head coach. Now it's time to see if he can continue his tradition of winning with Elon.

Elon pummels Furman 45-7 in first home game of the season

The Phoenix scored most points in a game in last five years in grudge match with Paladins.

Women's soccer falls to Charlotte

Elon University's women's soccer team fell to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 49ers at Rudd Field on Thursday night. With a 2-0 loss, Elon fell to a 2-2-3 record, and Charlotte improved to 4-2.

Pummeling in Piscataway: Elon soccer wins by largest margin in D1 era

Bronte's hat-trick leads the way as Phoenix down Rutgers on the road 8-1.

Elon football shows strength in the run game, room to improve on defense

Elon football showed that they came to play this year, despite dropping their first contest of the year on Saturday while visiting the University of South Florida. 

Phoenix outpaced by USF in season-opener

The Elon University football team found itself outmuscled and outmatched in Raymond James Stadium Saturday night. The University of South Florida rolled to a 34-14 victory behind a pace that proved a handful for the FCS visitors.

PREVIEW: Elon opens up football season at South Florida

The Phoenix takes on an FBS opponent tonight in Tampa.

Fire alarm, Curry family announcement highlight Elon volleyball's win against NC A&T

Volleyball wins in first intercollegiate contest held in Schar Center.

Column: Student before Athlete

While some institutions are placing focus solely on athletics for their student-athletes, Elon has been able to strike a key balance, winning on the field and in the classroom.

Shay Burnett signs pro deal

Shay Burnett’s new team in Sweden, the Norrköping Dolphins, announced that the five-foot, nine-inch guard joined the squad.

The Future of Alumni Gym

Since Alumni Gym closed its doors to athletic competition on March 1, 2018 to pave the way for the new Schar Center, the future of the space has been widely speculated. Larry Mellinger, the Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness, has some answers.

Elon's Women's Basketball to open against University of North Carolina at the Schar Center

Elon University women’s hoops will tip-off their season against the University of North Carolina Tar Heels at the newly constructed Schar Center arena. The Lady Phoenix will play three days prior to the men's basketball team, who will also face UNC at home. 

Elon golfers shine in the summer

Two Elon golfers have left their marks on the links this summer. Patrick Frodigh ’18 and rising senior Katherine Reilly performed at some of the highest levels an amateur can.

Women's basketball adds five during recruiting

Sydney Busa signs deal to play professional volleyball in Finland

The First-team All-Colonial Athletic Association honoree signed a contract to play professional volleyball with Nurmon Jymy, a team based in Seinajoki, Finland, this past Friday.

CAA women's basketball tournament coming to Elon in 2020

The Schar Center has yet to open its doors, but the list of high-caliber events it’s set to host continues to grow. Elon University’s new arena will be the host site for the 2020 Colonial Athletic Association Women’s Basketball Championship, according to a league announcement on Monday.

Men's basketball team announces 2018-2019 recruits

Men’s basketball head coach Matt Matheny has officially announced three freshmen that will fly with the Phoenix in the upcoming inaugural season at the Schar Center. Chuck Hannah, Andy Pack and Kris Wooten will all be playing under Matt Matheny, looking to add a fresh spark to the Elon program.

Brnovich named First Team All-American, All-Region

This season continues to get sweeter for sophomore right-hand pitcher Kyle Brnovich. After becoming a semi-finalist for the 2018 Golden Spikes award, the most prestigious award an amateur baseball player can earn, Brnovich has now claimed All-American and All-Regional honors. 

From Latham Park to the Major Leagues

For the eighth time in eleven years, multiple Elon baseball players heard their name called during to 2018 Major League Baseball Draft, held in Secaucus, New Jersey from June 4 through June 6.

Softball star and NC native makes history

Kara Shutt '18 was drafted in the 12th round (pick 48 overall) by moh-BEEL! USA. The outfielder being drafted marked a historic moment in Elon history. Shutt is the female student-athlete to be drafted to a professional league.