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The Ring-tum Phi

Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Hillis Burns, ‘25, scores the game-winning goal in overtime versus Salisbury University in the NCAA Elite Eight.

W&L men’s lacrosse gears up for what could be their best season yet

Coming off a tough loss in the Final Four, W&L men’s lacrosse has their eyes set on finishing the job in 2025
Austin Evans, Sports Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
Megan Zimmerman, ‘28, and Sarah Zimmerman, ‘26, celebrate with a teammate.

Dual sport athletes­ — it runs in the family

Sisters Megan and Sarah Zimmerman shine on the court and on the pitch
McKenzie Kane
February 17, 2025
Lilly Versen, ‘28 competes in a race for the Generals on the second day of the Keydet Invitational.

Men’s and women’s track and field begin the indoor season with hopes for an ODAC title

W&L men’s and women’s track and field look to build on early indoor and cross country success to compete for an ODAC title
Edwards Settle, General Assignment Staff Writer
February 3, 2025
Carter Stack, ‘28, wins a wrestling match versus No. 14 Stevens.

Alone in body, united in spirit: W&L wrestling adopts mindset for success

The Generals’ culture and camaraderie have transformed a traditionally solitary sport into a system of support
Austin Evans, Sports Staff Writer
January 20, 2025
W&L club ping pong competes in their first away competition of the season.

From club to competitor: W&L’s ping pong program grows

W&L’s ping pong club beat JMU and CNU at its recent tournament, after being created just three years ago
Edwards Settle, General Assignment Staff Writer
January 20, 2025
Grace Mitchener, ’27, and teammates huddle up during a game against Stevens Institute of Technology on Nov. 22. The team won the match to continue on to the Sweet 16.

W&L volleyball’s historic season comes to an end

After a buzz-generating season, Generals’ volleyball made its first NCAA quarterfinals in school history
Edwards Settle, General Assignment Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
John Williams, ’25, plays in a squash tournament on W&L’s campus.

W&L squash: An inside look at one of the fastest-growing club sports

In three years, W&L’s squash program has evolved from a disorganized club to an Atlantic college powerhouse
Austin Evans, Sports Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
Generals forward Colin Ryan, ‘26, goes up for a layup in the team’s home opener versus Mary Baldwin University on Nov. 13.

Men’s basketball team searches for improvement after a solid 2023-24 season

The Generals’ men’s basketball team is young and hopes to find their form in time for the postseason
Edwards Settle
November 18, 2024
Generals Field Hockey celebrates a goal by Sydney Bagget, ‘26.

Women’s field hockey team finishes another successful season

The Generals closed out their season with a 12-7 record. Despite a strong season, they finished with a loss in the ODAC tournament semifinals
Austin Evans, Sports Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Mary Schleusner, ‘26, scores a layup versus Virginia Wesleyan last season.

Women’s basketball looks to soar to top of Division III

The sky’s the limit for Generals Basketball behind star Mary Schleusner as they enter their winter season with a new coach
Austin Evans, Sports Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Elias Malakoff, ‘25, takes a swing for the Generals.

Men’s golf reaches No. 1 in DIII coaches poll

The team has their sights set on delivering the first national championship to the General’s golf program
Edwards Settle
November 4, 2024
W&L Women’s Soccer celebrates a goal from Sarah Zimmerman ‘26.

W&L Women’s Soccer steamrolls through the ODAC

It’s been all good vibes for the Generals, as many players attribute the team’s ongoing success to chemistry on and off the pitch
Austin Evans
October 21, 2024
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