Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

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
Emily Rollo, ‘17, set both the school and ODAC record in the 200 backstroke. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Victory! Men’s swimmer wins NCAA title and women’s swimmer named All-American

Thetford brought home W&L's first men's swimming NCAA title in eight seasons
Caroline Blackmon
March 28, 2016
Brooke Donnelly, ‘17, was an All-American last season and hopes to repeat that honor this year. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Women’s tennis cracks the top 10

The women's tennis team has won five of its 11 matches in sweeping fashion and is a perfect 4-0 in conference play
Alden Ewing
March 28, 2016
Sarah Schaffer, ‘16, has been named to the Second Team All-ODAC Team each of her three seasons as a General. This year, she hopes to make the jump to first team. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Swim team duels cross-town rival in preparation for ODACS

Women’s swim team ready to race for ninth consecutive conference title despite snowstorm schedule changes
Emily Cook
February 1, 2016
Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

‘Black Squad’: key players behind the scenes

Black Squad adds crucial depth and competition in practice
Claude Miller
February 1, 2016
Emma Redding, ‘18, fights for a rebound against Randolph-Macon. She is bringing down 5.4 rebounds per game. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Women’s basketball heats up on the court

Lady Generals hit stride just in time to prepare for postseason
Claude Miller
January 27, 2016
Jok Asiyo, ‘16, has been a crucial player for the Generals this season. He had 8 points, 4 rebounds and 1 block in the win against Ferrum. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Timely home stint paces men’s bball

Team hopes a recent home win streak will spark ODAC run
Alex Niemann
January 27, 2016
Noah Schammel, ‘18, placed first in three different events in the team’s meet against Randolph-Macon: the 100-yard buttrerfly, the 200-yard butterfly and the 200-yard medley relay. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Swim team dives toward another ODAC title

The men’s swim team aims to win first back-to-back conference trophy since 2007 season
Alex Niemann
January 23, 2016
A year after her season eneded early because of injuries, Emma Redding, ‘18, is second on the team in rebounding, grabbing just under six boards a game. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Women’s basketball team sets sights on an ODAC championship

Despite dropping three of first four games, the women’s basketball team remains confident that an ODAC championship is in reach
Kenta Sayama
January 23, 2016
The win marks the ninth time that W&L has won the ODAC Championship. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Men’s XC sprints to first ODAC title in eight years

With the ODAC title out of the way, Men’s Cross Country eyes Regionals
Caroline Blackmon
November 9, 2015
Goalie Gillen Beck, ‘18, has only allowed eight goals all season. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Defense anchors men’s soccer

Powered by an imposing defensive front, Generals Men's Soccer rides a five game win streak into the postseason
, Claude Miller
November 2, 2015
Katie Volk, ‘18, is one of six underclassmen looking to win a fourth straight ODAC title. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Volleyball team rides hotstreak into postseason

Despite slow start, volleyball team fires up to make another run in the ODAC tournament
Alex Niemann
November 2, 2015
Laura Lemon, '16, placed third on the open equestrian flat event. Photo courtesy of W&L Sports Info.

Riding team hits its stride early

Riding team looks to keep things consistent after a strong start in season shows in the hopes of reaching ODAC championship
Caroline Blackmon
November 2, 2015
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