Cricket is Haverford’s oldest and most distinctive sport and was introduced by the English landscape architect who planned the campus in 1834, William Carvill.
Haverford's Cricket team, c. 1896. Courtesy College Archives.
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Haverford's Cricket team, c. 1896. Courtesy College Archives.
The fitness center has about 100 different workout options, including free weights, exercise bicycles and cardiovascular and strength training machines.
A Winning Combination
Upgraded facilities, state-of-the-art strength training and other enhancements have helped Haverford’s teams post impressive results in recent years. But the true measure of success for Athletics is reflected in how well the program allows students to excel in both sports … Continue reading
More than 40% of Haverford students participate in varsity athletics.
Being a Student-Athlete
“I like that “student-athlete” is hyphenated and not two words because in my life the two cannot be separated. I do not think that I could sanely do one without the other. In both areas the goal is the same: … Continue reading
Emily Dix '12, the Equestrian Club's former Haverford liaison, takes a jump. The Bi-Co group has access to a fully equipped barn and private riding lessons.
Nonvarsity Sports
From Ultimate to ice hockey, badminton to crew, Haverford student-athletes find some serious fun playing all kinds of nonvarsity sports.
Under Koger's leadership, the women’s tennis team has an all-time record of 307-202.
A Winning Combination
“Many of my athletes are musicians, actors, singers, or are involved in community service. Nobody is just going to class, going to tennis and going home.”—Ann Koger, Head Women’s Tennis Coach and Associate Director of Athletics
Throughout the 19th century, cricket, with its particular emphasis upon ethics and sportsmanship, was a distinctive element in the social life of the Philadelphia area.
Cricket
Cricket is Haverford’s oldest and most distinctive sport and was introduced by the English landscape architect who planned the campus in 1834, William Carvill.
Jen DiCandilo '14, pictured at bat, was named to the 2012 All-Centennial Conference Softball Team along with Elizabeth Newman '14.
Softball at Haverford
“To me student-athlete means you have committed to a team and are accountable not only to yourself, but your teammates and coaches. Being an athlete is a time-consuming passion that is worth the extra hours you put in.“—Jordan Nieusma ’14, … Continue reading
The Andy Kates Fencing Salle is located on the second floor of the GIAC and features five fencing strips for varsity practice and instruction.
Being a Student-Athlete
“To be a student-athlete is to be someone who sees the critical importance of the lessons learned both in the classroom and on the field. I truly believe that life rewards individuals who are hard-working, flexible, and capable of relating … Continue reading
The victory capped an unbeaten run through the conference playoffs which included a win over third-seed Washington (28-12) and a triumph over host and top seed Johns Hopkins.
Centennial Conference Tournament Championship
Haverford defeated Washington College, 9-1, to earn its first Centennial Conference title in baseball and a trip to the NCAA tournament.
The C. Christopher Morris Cricket Library and Collection is the largest collection of cricket literature and memorabilia in the Western Hemisphere.
Cricket
Cricket is Haverford’s oldest and most distinctive sport and was possibly introduced by the English landscape architect who planned the campus in 1834, William Carvill.
Haverford's lacrosse team gathers for a group shot with the Iroquois players after their October 1, 2011 game.
Lacrosse Cultural Connection
Haverford players focused on the Native American roots of the game during a campus visit by a team from the Iroquois Lacrosse Program.
Strength and conditioning coach Cory Walts works with teams to develop regimens to keep them strong and injury-free.
A Winning Combination
Upgraded facilities, state-of-the-art strength training and other enhancements have helped Haverford’s teams post impressive results in recent years. But the true measure of success for Athletics is reflected in how well the program allows students to excel in both sports … Continue reading