news-category: Athletics ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï: The Only Division I University in N.C. with Championships in Football, and Women’s and Men’s Basketball Since 2019 By Office of University Communications On May 31, 2023 Student-Athletes Also Bring Home Conference Titles in Wrestling, Men’s Tennis, and Track & Field BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—With its championship wins this year, ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï is the only D-I school in North Carolina to earn titles in football, women’s basketball and men’s basketball since 2019. On their way to the championships, the programs and student-athletes also set records. This year, GWU also earned a men’s tennis Big South co-championship for the regular season, and individual championships in wrestling (Southern Conference), and Big South track and field. “Intercollegiate athletics has seen more change in the past three years than in the last 30. As a result of these changes, the success of the most watched and visible collegiate sports of football, men’s basketball, and women’s basketball is more important now than it has ever been in our past, which is why our results, which are unmatched by any other D-I university in the state of North Carolina, should be celebrated and known throughout our community and across the nation,â€� shared Dr. Andrew T. Goodrich, vice president and director of GWU Athletics. The first history-making win came on March 10, 2019, when the buzzer ended the Big South Conference Championship game. On that day, a celebration began as the Runnin’ Bulldogs Men’s Basketball Team realized, “We’re going dancin’.â€� The victory advanced ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï to the NCAA Men’s Tournament for the first time in program history. The team’s win continued a rich basketball tradition at GWU—the Runnin’ Bulldogs previously made national tournament appearances at the NJCAA, NAIA and NCAA Division II levels. Then, on Nov. 19, 2022, the topped off a historic season by winning its first Big South title since 2003. In that game on Nov. 19, 2022, in Spangler Stadium, the Runnin’ Bulldogs ran for 240 yards and used a 21-point second quarter to roll to a 38-17 win over North Carolina A&T. The victory sent the team to its first-ever NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs, where they won a first-round game on the road against Eastern Kentucky University, 52-41. During the playoffs, home teams were 20-2, and the Runnin’ Bulldogs were one of only two road squads to earn a win. Additionally, ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï dominated the Big South honors for 2022. Quarterback Bailey Fisher was Offensive Player of the Year; defensive lineman Ty French was named Defensive Player of the Year; GWU linebacker Ty Anderson was the Defensive Freshman of the Year; Runnin’ Bulldogs linebacker William McRainey was voted the Football Scholar-Athlete of the Year by the league, and GW head coach Tre Lamb was selected Coach of the Year. The win in 2022 marked the Runnin’ Bulldogs third overall Big South football title. team took its place in the history books on March 5, 2023, by winning the both the Big South Championship and the Big South regular season. At the championship game, the women claimed their 21st consecutive victory to punch their ticket to the NCAA Tournament. They also finished 21-0 against Big South Competition, the best mark in the history of the league. And in that final game, Jhessyka Williams played scored a season high 33 points, tying a championship game mark for most points scored by an individual. “I want our past, present, and future students to know that ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Athletics has built a culture of competitive excellence that will inspire us to become champions in competition, in the classroom, and in our community,â€� added Goodrich. “And, as fantastic as our results have been, as we get more alumni to become members of the Bulldog Club, together we will do things never before thought possible.â€� ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï is North Carolina’s recognized leader in private, Christian higher education. A Carnegie-Classified Doctoral/Professional University, GWU is home to nine colleges and schools, more than 80 undergraduate and graduate majors, and a world-class faculty. Located on a beautiful 225-acre campus in Boiling Springs, N.C., ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï prepares graduates to impact their chosen professions, equips them with the skills to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspires them to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others. Ignite your future at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï.edu.
News Article ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Men’s and Women’s Basketball Season Tickets on Sale Now Options Include Discounts for Bulldog Club Members and Super Season Tickets to all 28 Men’s and Women’s Home Games BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.— Season tickets for the upcoming ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï basketball season at Paul Porter Arena are now available for purchase. Fans can choose from men’s and women’s season ticket packages or a super season ticket combo. […] Office of University Communications | October 28, 2026
News Article Come Home to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï: Homecoming 2026 Offers Something for Every Bulldog Annual Celebration Features Reunions, Athletic Events, Family Activities and Weeklong Bulldog Cares Food Pantry Collection Drive BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.â€”ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï’s Homecoming 2026 will combine celebration and service as alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends gather Nov. 6-8 for athletic events, reunions, worship opportunities and longstanding campus traditions. Leading up to the weekend, the campus and […] Office of University Communications | October 20, 2026
News Article ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï, Boiling Springs, and the Ruby YMCA Team Up for Octoberfest Fun Campus Tradition Returns with Games, Activities, Candy and Prizes BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—Families from across the community are invited to celebrate the fall season at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï during the annual Octoberfest on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. For more than 20 years, Octoberfest has welcomed generations of families to campus for an evening […] Office of University Communications | October 14, 2026