Lafayette Colleges annual PARDees event celebrated top student-athletes, with mens soccer dominating awards. Samir Dishnica and Nadia Zaffanella received top honors, while April McDonald and Ryan Pettit were recognized for courage and resilience. New awards included the John L. Squarcia Athlete of the Year, won by Bobby McClosky and Alexa LaSasso. Field hockey earned Iron Leopards and softball repeated as Leopard Cup champs.

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Lafayette Colleges Mark Butler, a junior, has been named to the 2025-26 Academic All-Patriot League Mens Basketball Team. This prestigious honor recognizes student-athletes with a minimum 3.20 GPA, who are starters or key reserves. Butler, a Philadelphia native, excelled on the court with a top-ten national assist-to-turnover ratio and career-high performances. Off the court, he actively participates in community service and fundraising efforts. Joining him on the team is Navys Austin Benigni, the Mens Basketball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, and teammates from Bucknell, Colgate, and Lehigh. Fans are encouraged to watch for the Leopards future achievements.

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Lafayettes Mens Basketball Team Falls Short in Patriot League Championship

Lafayettes mens basketball team lost to Holy Cross in the Patriot League Championship first round, with Caleb Williams leading the Leopards in scoring and assists. Despite a strong first half, Holy Cross took control in the second half, securing the win with crucial free throws. The Leopards finished the season with an 11-21 record.

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