Bucknell Athletics

Kelley Francis '25 Continues Studies, Soccer Career in UK 7/10/2026 2:48:00 PM | Women's Soccer Kelley Francis ’25 was a multifaceted standout during her four years at Bucknell. As a member of the women’s soccer team, she was part of three Patriot League Tournament championship teams and one regular-season title squad, served as team captain as a senior, and contributed eight career goals as a wide midfielder.

Men’s Basketball to Play in Cathedral Classic at The Palestra Nov. 27-28 7/7/2026 10:26:00 AM | Men's Basketball LEWISBURG, Pa. – The Bucknell men's basketball team has been invited to participate in the 2026 Cathedral Classic, hosted by the University of Pennsylvania on Friday, Nov. 27 and Saturday, Nov. 28.

Four Bison Earn USILA Academic Awards; Team Recognized for Academic Success 7/7/2026 3:27:00 PM | Men's Lacrosse LEWISBURG, Pa. – The Bucknell men's lacrosse team continues to receive plaudits for its success in the classroom, as the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) designated the Bison for a Team Academic Award. In addition, seniors Will Hopkins, Owen Kovacs, Will Pickering, and John Young were named USILA Division I Scholar All-Americans.

There is a wonderful irony in the year of America250, the most popular Bison on campus is an Englishman. If the Bucknell presidency were open for election, soccer (or should we say football?) goalkeeper Freddie Lapworth would win in a landslide. Instead, he had to settle for the SAAC presidency.

LEWISBURG, Pa. — Season tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Bucknell football campaign. A new era of Bison football begins with the program's 141st season. Bucknell heads into 2026 under the leadership of a new head coach Jeff Behrman, who brings in a fresh coaching staff alongside one familiar returning face. Season tickets can be purchased online at the Bucknell Campus Box Office or by phone at 570-577-1000.

Men's Tennis Places Six on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll 7/1/2026 1:00:00 PM | Men's Tennis LEWISBURG, Pa. -- The Bucknell men's tennis team placed six student-athletes on the Patriot League Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll on Wednesday. It was another strong academic showing for the Bison, who combined for a 3.44 team grade-point average during the spring semester.

Bison Rowing Team Places 29 on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll 7/1/2026 1:00:00 PM | Women's Rowing LEWISBURG, Pa. -- The Bucknell rowing team excelled both on the water and in the classroom this past spring. The Bison turned in a strong second-place finish at the Patriot League Championships, all while combining for a stellar 3.50 team grade-point average. On Wednesday, 29 members of the squad were named to the Patriot League Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll.

Photo by: Steven Schoenfelder Women's Track & Field Lands 78 on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll 7/1/2026 1:00:00 PM | Women's Track and Field LEWISBURG, Pa.- Bucknell women's track & field program enjoyed a fruitful 2025-26 season with three NCAA East First Round qualifiers and U.S. National Champion Evelyn Bliss winning her third All-American honor.

Softball Lands Conference-High 18 Players on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll 7/1/2026 1:00:00 PM | Softball LEWISBURG, Pa.- Bucknell softball enjoyed a 2026 season of academic success as the team combined for a spectacular 3.62 grade-point average, and on Wednesday it was announced 18 members of the roster (the most in the conference) were named to the Patriot League Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll.

Men's Golf Places Nine on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll 7/1/2026 1:00:00 PM | Men's Golf LEWISBURG, Pa. -- The Bucknell men's golf team enjoyed another outstanding academic semester, leading all men's programs with a 3.68 team grade-point average, and on Wednesday nine Bison were named to the Patriot League Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll.