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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

Teddy Sparrow catches a 57-yard touchdown pass in W&L’s 45-0 win over Gallaudet on Oct. 11.

W&L football overcomes a slow start to the season

After a 1-3 start, the football team gets back to 0.500 with two solid wins heading into their bye week
Edwards Settle, Sports Staff Writer
October 20, 2025
Washington & Lee’s field hockey team celebrates a walk-off overtime victory over No. 14 Franklin and Marshall College on Sept. 20.

Field hockey approaches ODAC play with confidence

Washington and Lee University's field hockey team is battle-tested and ready for conference games
Lane Smith
October 6, 2025
The women’s lacrosse team won against Transylvania University and Sewanee in the second round of the NCAA tournament, but ultimately lost to Gettysburg College by eight goals. Photo by Lian Selvido of Sewanee

W&L spring sports win five ODAC championships

Highlighted by women’s track and field and Jonathan McEwen’s ODAC record, W&L sports had a successful spring
Edwards Settle, General Assignment Staff Writer
May 19, 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
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
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
A large group of lacrosse players in blue uniform tops and white shorts pose, along with coaching staff in similar colors.

W&L teams rake in conference titles

While some have national championships on the horizon, others faced defeat in matches this weekend
Bella Timmerding, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
A woman grinning and wearing sports goggles jumps into the arms of another woman in a white goalie helmet. Both are in white and blue uniforms.

W&L lacrosse teams take a step back after hot starts

Both men's and women's teams faced losses this past week as they vie for conference championships
Andrew Arnold, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
A man swims on his front beside floating lane markers. He wears goggles and a black swim cap.

First-year swimmer set the bar high with his appearance at the NCAA meet

Dalton Jobe, ’26, combatted a broken hand injury and returned strong enough to compete at the national level
Bella Timmerding, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
A group of men pose, smiling, behind an ODAC logo sign. One man holds a trophy over his head.

Generals wrestling, swimming excel in championships

The men's swim team tallied over 300 points more than Lynchburg during a four-day conference championship to claim the win
Stef Chiguluri, Sports Editor
February 14, 2023
A man swims in a pool while other people tread water in the background.

W&L swimming looks to the postseason after regular season success

With one more regular season meet, the Generals swim teams are primed for the ODAC Swimming Championship
Christian Basnight, Staff Writer
January 23, 2023
am Wise, ‘23, set high expectations for himself as a team leader and starting point guard this season.

Men’s basketball tries to turn season around

The Generals are keeping their heads up as they control their own fate
Teddy Jacobsen, Staff Writer
December 12, 2022
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