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Quarterly Newsletter | 2024 Spring


Building Connections

 

There are just a few weeks to go until we celebrate the Class of 2024 at Commencement but the end of the semester is a distant thought for our teams who are currently preparing for a busy weekend of late season and championship competition.

Those late season triumphs and postseason challenges can be a lot for student-athletes to handle as they simultaneously focus on finals and completing the semester. However, those same moments of stress and excitement can often leave lasting memories that bond teammates for life.

We have seen and felt that same connection from so many of you throughout the year, from the support on game days from parents and friends, to the support of our entire community on Blue Nation Giving Day, and most recently from the alums that generously volunteered their time at this year’s LeadBLUE alum networking event (pictured above).

We also look forward to seeing many of you at Reunion! As you return to campus to reconnect with teammates and friends, we encourage you to join Friends of Athletics for a fun night of storytelling on Friday, May 24 (details below) as we look back on the “challenges and triumphs” that have forever connected you to your teammates and to Wellesley.


Go Blue!


Bethany Ellis
Director of Athletics
Chair of Physical Education and Recreation

 
Support Friends of Athletics
Since its founding in 1987, Friends of Wellesley Athletics has been dedicated to the continued excellence and growth of Wellesley College's athletic and recreational programs. Friends of Athletics supports current student-athletes and provides opportunities for alumnae and the College community to pursue lifelong interest in athletics and fitness. Learn more at wellesleyblue.com/friends.

FEATURED ARTICLE

Wellesley Swimming & Diving Head Coach Bonnie Dix Announces Retirement 

Bonnie Dix, Wellesley College Head Swimming & Diving Coach and Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics (PERA) Associate Professor of the Practice has announced her retirement following a remarkable 37-year tenure at the helm of the Blue Swimming & Diving program. Dix will officially retire at the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year.

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Calling all storytellers: Join us at Reunion!


Join Friends of Wellesley Athletics for a night of storytelling to celebrate 50 Years of Varsity Athletics at Wellesley College during Reunion 2024. "Earn The W: Challenges and Triumphs" will take place on Friday, May 24, 2024 from 7:30 – 8:30pm ET in Jewett Auditorium. 

Watch Live: Athletics & Recreation Awards


Tune in live at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 to watch this year's Wellesley Athletics & Recreation Awards show. We will recognize the most outstanding seniors from both club and varsity teams, the 2024 Rookie of the Year and this year's recipient of the Barbara Barnes Hauptfuhrer '49 Scholar-Athlete Award.

50 Years of Moments


Throughout the year, we have featured some of our favorite moments from the first 50 years of varsity athletics at Wellesley College on Instagram (@wellesleyathletics). If you missed them (or you want to see them again!), you can check out the complete list on wellesleyblue.com. We all continue to feature our favorite 50th moments on Instagram from now until the end of June.

FEATURED SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS

@WellesleyBlue @WellesleyBlue

Blue Golf Claims Jack Leaman Invitational Title; Du Records Program-Best 36-Hole Score

STORY ➡️ http://wellesleyblue.com/x/md7lt

> Aileen Du '27 shot a program-best 146 (71-75) to earn second overall
> The Blue have now won six straight competitions

#EarnTheW 

April 21, 2024
@wellesleyrecreation @wellesleyrecreation

Huge Shoutout and Congratulations to BOTH the Rugby and Ultimate Frisbee Club Sports Teams on their recent victories!

Rugby won Plate Champions on April 14th in the Small College Division of the NEWCRC 7’s Championship!

Ultimate won Sectionals this past weekend at home vs Brandeis, Stonehill and Bentley!


April 23, 2024

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