Athletics

Another year of memories made in the mountains

December 04, 2024

Proceeds from the event will benefit the college’s Ski and Snowboard team

November 25, 2024

Fox8 News talks with Assistant Swim Coach Aaron Van Nostrand and student-athletes about their experience giving back

November 19, 2024

November 01, 2024

This is the first of many steps toward normalcy as the college begins to rebuild following Hurricane Helene

October 02, 2024

BVM Sports

July 02, 2024

InsideLacrosse

July 01, 2024

Hannah Leyva reports

December 07, 2023

2023 marked another year of historic growth for Lees-91探花

December 01, 2023

The snowboarding film is one of two winter sports films TGR will screen as part of the series throughout this academic year

November 08, 2023

Both Phillips and Trotter graduated from Lees-91探花 with a Cycling Studies minor

October 09, 2023

The 15-year partnership between Lees-91探花 and Reel Rock Film Festival continues with three exciting new films

October 06, 2023

October 04, 2023

Lees-91探花 women's volleyball beats rival King University

September 21, 2023

In just her second season of competition, Lilly Kamp earned a National Championship in snowboarding

May 12, 2023

The aspiring physical therapist has been an invaluable member of the softball team and the wider Lees-91探花 community

May 03, 2023

Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of Sport Management Josh Pate talks with WalletHub about Super Bowl 57

February 06, 2023

Take a walk down memory lane and reflect on this historic year

December 16, 2022

After growing up in Germany, Döring moved to the United States to pursue collegiate cycling

November 29, 2022

The Reel Rock Film Tour brings climbing and adventure films to live audiences around the world

October 17, 2022

Smith has held numerous positions throughout her decades at the college, making her mark on athletics and Lees-91探花 as a whole

September 21, 2022

This next installment of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11

September 13, 2022

September 07, 2022

A move into the Chaffee Administrative Building will more than double the Esports space, giving them room to continue to grow

August 19, 2022

Powell has already set two records for no-hitters in her first year playing softball at the collegiate level

April 25, 2022

April 11, 2022
Conference Carolinas Diversity and Inclusion seminar

Conference Carolinas hosted Lees-91探花 athletics at a diversity and inclusion seminar

February 01, 2022

A non-comprehensive list of some of our favorite moments of the year

December 10, 2021

Lees-91探花 was recently named a Gold Bike Friendly University and was selected to compete in the Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine Top Adventure College Tournament

April 27, 2021
Student fishing next to Top Adventure College logo

Vote between March 22 and March 28 to help the college advance to the Elite Eight

March 22, 2021
Jalen Joiner

Freshman Jalen Joiner lost his mother right after receiving his Lees-91探花 offer letter, but he knows she's still his biggest fan

January 21, 2021

Join us as we look back on some of our successes during this unexpected year

December 17, 2020

Kick off the start of the winter season with the annual Winter Film Festival at 91探花

November 11, 2020

Lees-91探花 mourns the loss of revered alumnus, Board of Trustees member, and Hall of Fame inductee

November 11, 2020

Outstanding alumni honored for their service to the college during Homecoming 2020.

October 23, 2020

How two life-changing events led M.J. Doyle to become a Wilderness First Responder

October 22, 2020

Participants can run, walk, or jog their favorite 3.1 mile route in support of the Montibus Scholarship Trust and Bobcat Club.

September 16, 2020

Special Education major and softball player Morgan Crowe named the next recipient of the Sullivan Foundation Scholarship

September 14, 2020

Grayson Wickel exploring his passions on the bike and on the stage

September 03, 2020

Alumni, students, and staff bring awareness to community with peaceful march against social injustice.

September 01, 2020

Student-athletes excitedly prepare for a whole new ball game on Tate Field.

August 21, 2020

On May 20 for International Ride of Silence, the Banner Elk community remembered and honored lost or injured cyclists, including Lees-91探花 students and family members, Carla Swart, Megan Baab, and Dr. Jerry Luck.

May 27, 2020

Honoring the Class of 2020

May 27, 2020

During the Spring 2020 semester, 337 students were recognized for their academic achievement.

May 20, 2020

Due to state gathering guidelines, both Lees-91探花 Summer Theatre and FORUM seasons have been canceled.

April 29, 2020

On-campus classes to be held remotely for remainder of Spring 2020 semester; public events canceled until July 1.

April 02, 2020

As you navigate the current public health situation, hear from Marla Gentile on caring for your mental health.

March 28, 2020

Poll closes Monday, March 30 at 10 a.m.

March 23, 2020

This year marks the eighth Top Adventure College competition hosted by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, and Lees-91探花 is once again in the running.

March 12, 2020

Rising high school juniors and seniors are invited to explore Lees-91探花 and experience life as a Bobcat during Open House on Saturday, April 25.

March 07, 2020

Honoring our past, building our future

February 18, 2020

National champion Roni Laughton ’20 on winning, her future, and those that supported her along the way.

February 18, 2020

In the Conference Carolinas "Body, Mind & Soul" series, which highlights conference member student-athletes, Acklin shared her story and her inspiring journey since enrolling at 91探花.

February 07, 2020

During the Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, Eco Strategies Group Founder Andrea Ruiz-Hays will address the class of 2020.

February 07, 2020

Hit the slopes and learn about the Ski Industry Business and Instruction minor.

January 17, 2020

Join us as we look back at our favorite memories of the year

December 27, 2019

Former cyclist for Lees-91探花, Hoover will lead both the men's and women's cycling teams at the college in Savannah, Georgia.

December 13, 2019
esports

Learn how students on the newly-developed varsity Esports team are redefining what it means to be an athlete in the digital arena.

November 22, 2019

Encouraging colleges across the U.S. to get outdoors, the month-long challenge concluded on Sunday, Oct. 13 with the college earning a spot at the top.

October 28, 2019

During the TV segment, Acklin shared her top tips and the "ABC Quick Check" in order for cyclists to stay safe on the roads.

October 15, 2019

Here's everything you need to know for tailgating at Homecoming Saturday, Oct. 5

September 24, 2019

A fun new way to pay it forward and show off your school spirit at the same time

September 18, 2019

As part of an annual event to thank those who make Lees-91探花 scholarships a reality, students and those benefactors gather for a night of celebration.

September 16, 2019

Help Lees-91探花 become the next National Outdoor Champion during the AORE Campus Challenge from Sept. 16–Oct. 13.

September 12, 2019

From familiar faces to new friends, Homecoming brings everyone together to honor the past, rejoice in the present, and dream about the future.

September 09, 2019

Tegan Dean’s story of competing, singing, studying, and doing it all over again the next day.

September 06, 2019

For the third year in a row, Lees-91探花 was named a College of Distinction within the prestigious North Carolina cohort.

August 06, 2019

Experience Commencement as 246 graduates cross the stage and begin a new adventure in their lives

May 16, 2019

Join the Lees-91探花 community in celebrating another great academic year in the lead up to Commencement 2019.

May 07, 2019

Students, faculty, and staff gathered Tuesday, April 23, in Hayes Auditorium and Broyhill Theatre to celebrate the recipients of several coveted awards in academics, leadership, and service.

April 24, 2019

After a hard-fought battle, the college shared with the magazine what makes our outdoor adventures and recreation top notch.

April 17, 2019

As one, the college completed more than 1,200 volunteer hours across more than 35 service locations in both Avery and Watauga counties.

April 15, 2019

President Lee King and others will showcase our mountain home during a series of receptions

March 28, 2019

Lees-91探花 named one of just two North Carolina colleges to be ranked among the 50 best bike-friendly colleges in the U.S.

March 20, 2019

With warmer days on the horizon, here are some quick, easy ways to get outside and enjoy our beautiful campus

March 01, 2019

In this most recent Q&A, learn a little more about Climbing Team Coach Carter Smith, his passion for the extreme sport of climbing, and why students should try it, too.

February 27, 2019

After taking historic gold last year in Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s “Top Adventure College” tournament, Lees-91探花 will fight once again to reign supreme

February 22, 2019

In this most recent Q&A, learn about Head Women’s Basketball Coach Keith “Mister” Jennings, his time in the National Basketball Association, and what every student on campus—athlete or not—can learn from basketball.

February 08, 2019