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Casey Filiault- Head Women's Basketball Coach Ken Emmons- Football Offensive Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach Jadin Davis- Football Defensive Backs Coach Nick White- Football Defensive Line Coach George Coles- Football Offensive Line Coach
Player of the Week Awards
March 23 – March 30
Men's Lacrosse - MAC Defensive Player of the Week Connor Dunay broke two program records by winning 32-of-33 face offs and collecting 23 ground balls against Albright. His historic performance anchored the Mustangs' victory.
Women's Golf - MAC Golfer of the Week Alexis Marsh tied for 14th place at the McDaniel Spring Invitational as the leading golfer for the Mustangs. This marked her second consecutive top-15 finish of the spring season and her seventh overall.
April 6 – April 13
Baseball - MAC Commonwealth Player of the Week Cole Reich hit .615 with two home runs and eight RBIs during a dominant week of conference play. In a win over Widener, he nearly hit for the cycle while accounting for eight of his team's 11 runs.
Men's Golf - MAC Golfer of the Week Zachary Wilcox shot a 4-under-par on the final day of the Camp Lejeune Invitational, which was the joint-best score of the day. He finished the 54-hole competition with seven birdies and two eagles to earn a top-25 finish.
Women's Golf - MAC Golfer of the Week Alexis Marsh finished second at the Stevenson Spring Invitational, helping her team secure a six-stroke victory. She followed that up with a top-ten finish at the Camp Lejeune Invitational after recording four birdies over three days.
Men's Lacrosse - Offensive Player of the Week Darrell Curtis totaled 13 points across a 2-0 week, including a nine-point performance against Widener and Eastern. He recorded four goals and three assists in the first game followed by a five-goal, one-assist effort in the second.
April 13 – April 20
Softball – MAC Commonwealth Pitcher of the Week Ky Vaughn threw a complete-game victory over Albright, allowing only one earned run in a 10-2 win. She was efficient in the circle, needing only 84 pitches to move to 3-3 on the season.
Men's Golf – MAC Golfer of the Week Ryan Thomas competed at the Stevenson Invitational, he finished in a tie for fifth place out of 95 participants with a score of +5. His performance, which included three birdies and an even-par front nine, helped propel the Mustangs to a second-place team finish.
Men's Lacrosse - MAC Commonwealth Offensive Player of the Week Gavin Gossen excelled on attack, recording a 12-point game in a victory over Alvernia. He scored a hat trick and added nine assists in that game, breaking the program record for assists in a single contest.
2025-26 Chi Alpha Sigma Induction Ceremony
On May 4, Stevenson Athletics hosted its Chi Alpha Sigma induction ceremony, honoring 51 student-athletes for their performance in the classroom. This was sixth induction ceremony of the Maryland Omicron Chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma (XAΣ) at Stevenson, which recognizes student-athletes from accredited four-year NCAA, NAIA, NCCAA, and USCAA institutions who excel in both the classroom and in competition. Chi Alpha Sigma, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded in 1996 to provide outstanding student-athletes with an opportunity to become connected within a fraternal association that aligns their educational and athletic successes for a lifetime. Stevenson's first class was inducted in 2021. In order to be inducted into Chi Alpha Sigma, a student-athlete must attend a four-year accredited college or university that is a member of the NCAA, NAIA, NCCAA, or USCAA. The honoree also must achieve at least junior academic standing by the fifth semester, and must have achieved a minimum cumulative grade-point average of a 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale). They must be a contributor to an NCAA team and be recommended by their coach and the university.
Spring 2026 Accolades
Men's Ice Hockey - Jack Karlsson was named CCM Hockey/AHCA All-American and MAC Senior Scholar Athlete.
Baseball had five named to MAC Commonwealth All Conference teams. Cole Reich was named Rookie of the Year. First Team - Jake Treasure Second Team - Shaun Rudick Second Team - Cole Reich Second Team - Landon Richard Honorable Mention - Chris Fortunato
Men's Golf had three named to MAC All Conference team. Zachary Wilcox was named Golfer of the Year. Head Coach Jeff Smith was named MAC Commonwealth Coach of the Year. First Team - Zachary Wilcox First Team - Ryan Thomas Second team - Leo Perez
Men's Lacrosse had 10 named MAC Commonwealth All Conference First Team - Hunter Bryant First Team - Brennan McKneely First Team - Camden Miller Second Team - Gavin Gossen Second Team - Max Racich Second Team - Darrell Curtis Second Team - Camden Deming Second Team - Dominic Jennings Second Team - Connor Dunay Honorable Mention - Thomas Tyler
Women's Lacrosse had six named MAC Commonwealth All Conference First Team - Olivia Galati First Team - Ava Treakle First Team - Caroline Layman Second Team - Emma Carpenter Second Team - Evangelina Baldo Honorable Mention - Alice Petersen
Women's Golf had one named to MAC All Conference Second Team - Callie Dias
Men's Track and Field had one named to MAC All Conference Third Team - Fabrice Saint Hillen
Women's Track and Field had one named to MAC All Conference Second Team - Camryn Stanard
Men's Tennis had two named to MAC Commonwealth Conference Teams First Team - Luke Appleman Honorable Mention - King Nacua
Women's Tennis had one named to MAC Commonwealth Conference Team First Team - Ariella Stepleman
Softball had five named to MAC Commonwealth All Conference Team First Team - Maria Morsa First Team - Rebecca Maiorano Second Team - Tessa Boswell Second Team - Ava Stafursky Honorable Mention - Emily Hamp
Mustangs take part in 2026 Career Day at Summit Park Elementary School
Five members of Stevenson's athletics department staff and a student volunteer participated in the 2026 Career Day at Summit Park Elementary School in Pikesville. Cody Lancellotti, head athletic trainer; Morgan Bitting, head field hockey coach; Jackie Boswell, head women's basketball coach; Emma Lorenzen, head women's volleyball coach, and Chip Rouse, athletics academic coach, were joined by senior field hockey captain Hailey Mertz as the group spoke with students in first, second, third and fifth grades about their careers in the department. The event, held yearly, was on March 24 in the school's classrooms and was sponsored by the counselors there.
Head Women’s Basketball Coach Jackie Boswell Moves into Senior Administration Role in Mustang Athletics
Stevenson Head Women's Basketball Coach Jackie Boswell announced her retirement from collegiate coaching and will transition into a full-time administrative role. Boswell will serve as Stevenson's Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and Student-Athlete Development. Boswell will continue to serve as the department's Senior Woman Administrator (SWA). "I am deeply grateful for Coach Boswell's leadership of our women's basketball program over the past 15 seasons. Her commitment to excellence, student-athlete development, and competitive success has left a lasting impact and positioned the program for continued growth," said Athletics Director Jordan Hoover. "While she will be missed on the sidelines, I am thrilled to welcome her to our senior leadership team. Her experience, insight, and passion for developing student-athletes will play a vital role in advancing Stevenson Athletics and supporting an outstanding group of current and future Mustangs." Boswell spent 15 years at the helm of the program, compiling 185 career wins— the most in program history. During her tenure, the Mustangs made six postseason appearances and reached several milestones, including an NCAA Second Round appearance, a MAC Commonwealth Championship, and an ECAC South Championship. In 2014, Boswell was named MAC Commonwealth Coach of the Year. She also mentored the program's lone All-American, Sara Tarbert, who earned All-America honors from the WBCA and D3hoops.com, along with CSC Academic All-America recognition in both the 2015-16 and 2016-17 seasons. Under Boswell's leadership, Stevenson players earned 16 All-MAC Commonwealth selections. Tarbert was also named ECAC South Player of the Year and a three-time ECAC All-Star Team selection. Prior to Stevenson, Boswell served as the head girls' basketball coach and athletic director at Seton Keough High School for 11 years. She led the Gators to a 235-82 record and six IAAM championship appearances, capturing the 2009 IAAM A Conference title. Her team was ranked No. 12 in the ESPN Rise Girls Basketball Rankings and won the ESPN Rise National High School Invitational in 2009. At the AAU level, her teams won five state titles and competed in eight AAU National Championships. "As I prepare for this next chapter I am looking back on my time as a coach with deep appreciation to past and current players, coaches, administration, family and friends that have always believed in me," said Boswell. "This coaching career has been a blessing and a journey beyond anything I could have dreamed, and I will cherish the memories and the bonds made over the years. I am truly excited and grateful for this new leadership opportunity and look forward to the ongoing opportunities that I will have to serve our Mustang student-athletes."
April Top Plays
Spring Round Up
As the 2026 spring season comes to an end, the Stevenson Mustangs varsity teams finished their schedules on a positive note. Baseball finished the season with an 18–18 overall record, putting together several strong stretches of play down the final weeks. Stevenson earned two key conference wins over Alvernia, highlighted by a dramatic game-ending play in which Kaige Garrity fired a strike to Levi Loughry to secure the victory in game two of the series. Building on that momentum, the Mustangs took two of three games against Widener, powered by an outstanding offensive showing from Cole Reich. Stevenson then strung together four consecutive wins, sweeping both Valley Forge and Albright. In the season finale against York, Shaun Rudick paced the offense with a 3-for-4 performance, driving in two runs to lead the Mustangs’ effort. Women’s Lacrosse wrapped up its season with a strong 6–3 record following spring break. The Mustangs put together an impressive four-game winning streak, defeating Neumann (16–5), Hood (15–5), Widener (13–7), and highlighting the run with a dominant 23–0 shutout over Eastern. The shutout marked the program’s first since 2009. Stevenson went 2–2 in its final four games, securing the No. 3 seed in the MAC Commonwealth Tournament. The Mustangs faced No. 8 York College in the semifinals, falling in a hard-fought 9–7 contest. Under first-year head coach Mike Faith, Stevenson finished the season 10–8 overall and 5–3 in conference play. Men’s Lacrosse The Mustangs concluded their season with a 7–4 record, highlighted by an impressive 6–1 mark in conference play. The team delivered a record-breaking performance against Albright, earning a dominant 36–2 victory. Their consistent success in conference competition secured the No. 2 seed in the MAC Commonwealth postseason. Stevenson hosted Messiah at Mustang Stadium in the MAC Commonwealth Semifinal, defeating the Falcons 14–8 to advance to the championship game against York College. The Mustangs battled hard against the Spartans, with senior Darrell Curtis recording a hat trick, but ultimately fell 15–8. Women’s Tennis The Mustangs picked up three key wins, including two in conference play, to secure the No. 4 seed in the MAC Commonwealth Tournament. Stevenson earned victories over McDaniel (4–3), Alvernia (6–1), and Eastern (6–1) before falling to Messiah in the MAC Commonwealth Semifinals. The team was led by graduate student Ariella Stepleman, who earned All-MAC Commonwealth First Team honors Men's Tennis The Mustangs collected three key victories, including two in conference play, to clinch the No. 4 seed in the MAC Commonwealth postseason. Stevenson defeated Alvernia (7–0), McDaniel (7–0), and York College (6–1) during the stretch. The team was led by sophomore Luke Appleman, who earned All-MAC Commonwealth First Team honors, and King Nacua, who was named to the Honorable Mention team. Stevenson traveled to Messiah for the MAC Commonwealth Semifinals but fell 4–0. Women’s Track & Field put together a strong outdoor season marked by team titles, record-setting performances, and consistent improvement. The Mustangs opened with a first-place finish at the Green Terror Invitational, winning eight events and setting a program-best 4x100 relay time since 2018. Stevenson continued its success at the Mustang Stampede Invitational on Senior Day, winning 11 events and finishing first overall with 247 points. Relay teams led the way, while standout performances from athletes like Kaitlyn Hess, Sarah Kroedel, and Kyrah Agbemble highlighted the team’s depth across events. At the MAC Outdoor Championships, the Mustangs qualified for multiple finals, with Camryn Stanard earning All-MAC Second Team honors after a second-place finish in the 200 meters. Men's Track and Field put together a strong outdoor season, highlighted by team titles and standout individual performances. The Mustangs opened with a first-place finish at the Green Terror Invitational and later won the Mustang Stampede Invitational on Senior Day. Throughout the season, athletes like Fabrice Saint Hillien, Frank McCann, and Alexander Reimert led the way with top regional times, while Talon Romance set a school record in the javelin. At the MAC Outdoor Championships, Stevenson qualified for multiple finals, with Saint Hillien earning All-MAC Third Team honors in the 400 meters. Overall, the Mustangs showed strong depth and continued progression throughout the season. Softball The Mustangs posted a 13–11 record following spring break, earning the No. 4 seed in the MAC Commonwealth postseason. The team went on a five-game winning streak, sweeping Hunter College (8–0, 11–2) and Lancaster Bible College (7–5, 10–9) before adding a win over Widener (6–4). Led by Ky Vaughn in the circle, Stevenson completed a sweep of Albright, with Vaughn throwing a complete game and earning MAC Commonwealth Pitcher of the Week honors. In postseason play, the Mustangs fell to Messiah before facing Eastern in an elimination game, where they dropped a close 10–9 contest. Stevenson placed five players on the All-MAC Commonwealth teams: Maria Morsa (First Team), Rebecca Maiorano (First Team), Tessa Boswell (Second Team), Ava Stafursky (Second Team), and Emily Hamp (Honorable Mention).
Women's Golf had a strong spring season, highlighted by a team win at the Stevenson Spring Invitational and a second-place finish at the MAC Championships. The Mustangs also posted solid finishes at the McDaniel and Spartan Spring Invitationals. Alexis Marsh led the team with multiple top-10 finishes, while Callie Dias earned All-MAC Second Team honors. Stevenson showed strong depth throughout the lineup, contributing to a successful and consistent season.
Men's Golf The Stevenson men’s golf team put together a strong spring season, highlighted by a runner-up finish at the MAC Commonwealth Championships and several top finishes throughout the year. The Mustangs also placed second at the Stevenson Spring Invitational and third at the Spartan Spring Invitational, showing consistency across the schedule. Zachary Wilcox led the way, capturing his second MAC Commonwealth individual title and becoming the first player in program history to do so. Ryan Thomas added a runner-up finish to earn All-MAC First Team honors, while Leo Perez secured All-MAC Second Team recognition. With strong contributions throughout the lineup, Stevenson finished just two strokes shy of the conference title, capping off a competitive and successful season.
Women's Beach Volleyball The Stevenson women’s beach volleyball team put together an impressive season, highlighted by strong tournament performances and consistent success across the lineup. The Mustangs went a perfect 5–0 at the Lynchburg Invitational and followed it up with a 3–1 showing at their home invitational, earning wins over Southern Virginia, Lynchburg, and Regent. Stevenson capped its season with a third-place finish at the AVCA Small College Beach Championships, going undefeated in pool play and advancing to the Division III Championship bracket. The Mustangs earned key wins over Lynchburg and Southern Virginia before falling in a close 3–2 match to Berry. Throughout the season, pairs like Giulia Viglietta and Nicolette Fuglestad, Elle Means and Jacque Rizzuto, and Sima Kahoussi and Kylie DesLauriers consistently led the way, contributing to the team’s depth and success.
Men's Volleyball finished the season with a 16–11 overall record and a 6–3 mark in conference play, earning the No. 4 seed in the MAC Championships. Stevenson advanced to the semifinals after defeating Eastern 3–2 and sweeping Hood 3–0, before falling to top-seeded Messiah. The Mustangs also had three players recognized on the All-MAC Commonwealth teams: Tanner Laukhuff (Second Team), Connor Roth (Honorable Mention), and Adam Sawyers (Honorable Mention).
MUSTANG ATHLETICS ANNOUNCES 2026 DICK WATTS ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME CLASS
OWINGS MILLS, Md. – Stevenson University and Mustang Athletics is proud to announce the 2026 of Hall of Fame Class. The Stevenson University Athletics Hall of Fame serves to honor those who have brought distinction to and/or made exceptional contributions to the overall development, success and prestige of the Department of Athletics while maintaining high level of core values set by the University including the four core values of excellence, integrity, community and learning. This year's induction ceremony will be held on October 17th on Homecoming weekend. The 2026 class includes Ty Bender '15 (women's basketball), Christine Isenberg '15 (women's volleyball), Kristen Mueller '16 (softball), Steve Bannick '15 (men's lacrosse), Austin Tennessee '16 (football), Al El Kordi Hubbard '15 (men's golf). This year's Team of Distinction has been awarded the 2015 women's basketball team, and Samantha Murray '13, M '15 has been named this year's contributor honoree. 2026 Class Inductees Steve Banick- Men's Lacrosse 2016 Steve Banick etched his name among the all-time greats in Stevenson men's lacrosse history with a stellar four-year career in the Black and Green. Appearing in 87 games, Banick was a consistent offensive force, racking up an impressive 269 career points on 140 goals and 129 assists. His all-around impact extended beyond scoring, as he also collected 137 ground balls and caused 18 turnovers. Banick's name is firmly planted in the program record book, ranking No. 3 all-time in points, No. 4 in assists, and No. 5 in goals. A four-time All-American, his dominance on the field was further recognized with All-MAC Commonwealth First Team honors in 2012, along with MAC Offensive Player of the Year accolades in both 2014 and 2016. Austin Tennessee- Football 2016 A true playmaker, Austin Tennessee holds multiple career records, including average yards per punt return (11.0), interception return touchdowns (2), interception return yards (282), passes defended (44), and blocked kicks (5). His impact in a single season was just as remarkable, setting program marks with six interceptions, two interception return touchdowns, 200 interception return yards, 99 fumble return yards, and 18 passes defended. Tennessee's knack for producing highlight-reel moments was unmatched, including a program-record 99-yard fumble return touchdown against Albright on September 14, 2013. He also delivered standout single-game performances, including four pass breakups against Wilkes on November 5, 2016, ranking among the program's best. Over the course of his career, Tennessee totaled 95 tackles (76 solo, 19 assisted), scored three defensive touchdowns, and capped off his senior season with six interceptions for 200 yards—averaging an impressive 28.6 yards per return. His dominance did not go unnoticed. Tennessee earned First Team All-MAC honors in 2014, 2015, and 2016, along with D3football.com All-Region recognition in each of those seasons. In a historic 2016 campaign, he was named a D3football.com and AFCA All-American, MAC Defensive Player of the Year, and Rocky Myers Defensive Back of the Year. Al El Kordi Hubbard- Men's Golf 2015 Al El Kordi Hubbard's Mustang tenure was headlined by a standout 2015 season, where he captured the MAC Commonwealth Championship individual title and was named MAC Commonwealth Golfer of the Year. A two-time First Team All-MAC Commonwealth selection, he also placed third at the 2013 conference championships and earned Second Team honors in 2014. His senior campaign showcased his dominance on the course, highlighted by three individual victories at the Stevenson Fall Invitational, the Franklin & Marshall Spring Invitational, and the MAC Commonwealth Championships—cementing his status as one of the program's elite competitors. Hubbard's name is firmly etched in the Stevenson record book, ranking among the program's all-time best in multiple categories. He sits in the top five in career stroke average (77.18) and single-season scoring average (75.71), while also ranking among the leaders in first-place finishes (3), top-five results (16), and top-10 finishes (22). A model of consistency and competitive excellence, Hubbard's legacy stands as one of the benchmarks for success in Stevenson golf. Ty Bender- Women's Basketball 2015 Ty Bender made an immediate and lasting impact during her two-year career with the Mustangs, starting and playing in all 54 games. She averaged 26.0 minutes and 8.1 points per game, finishing her career with 439 points while shooting an efficient 41.3% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range. A well-rounded contributor, Bender totaled 254 rebounds and established herself as a defensive force with 138 steals and 27 blocks. She also facilitated the offense effectively, recording 171 assists, including two of the top three single-season assist totals in program history with 98 and 78, respectively. Her standout performances earned her 2015 MAC Commonwealth Conference Tournament MVP honors, All-MAC Commonwealth Second Team recognition, and MAC Commonwealth Player of the Week accolades on March 2, 2015, solidifying her legacy as one of the program's most impactful players. Christine Isenberg- Women's Volleyball 2015 Christine Isenberg established herself as one of the program's all-time greats, highlighted by holding the school record for individual match attack percentage at 66.7%. She ranks sixth in program history with 1,027 career kills and 2,648 attack attempts, while also tying for second with 39 matches played in a single season. Over the course of her career, she tallied 704 kills across more than 225 sets and 79 matches, including a dominant senior season where she ranked second in the conference with 343 kills. A complete all-around player, she contributed 44 service aces, 735 digs, and 59.0 total blocks, while accumulating 784.0 career points and averaging 3.48 points per set. Her excellence earned numerous accolades, including All-MAC Commonwealth First Team and AVCA Mid-Atlantic Regional First Team honors in 2013, AVCA All-American Honorable Mention recognition, and All-MAC Commonwealth Second Team honors in 2012. She also garnered NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional All-Tournament Team recognition and burst onto the scene in 2011 as both the CAC Rookie of the Year and ECAC South Division III Rookie of the Year, along with First Team and All-Region honors, solidifying her legacy as one of the most decorated players in program history. Kristen Mueller- Softball 2016 Kristen Mueller holds numerous single-season records, including most at-bats (149) and home runs (9), while also recording the top two marks for stolen bases (19 and 18) and occupying the top three spots for triples in a season (6, 5, and 4). Additionally, she ranks third in single-season RBIs with 33 and holds the top three single-season totals for assists with 114, 112, and 102. Her dominance extended over the course of her career, where she set program records for at-bats (519), runs scored (116), hits (174), games played (168), games started (165), home runs (18), stolen bases (55), and assists (407). A consistent and reliable performer, Mueller earned All-MAC Commonwealth Second Team honors three times (2013, 2015, 2016). Team of Distinction 2015 Women's Basketball The 2015 women's basketball team delivered the most dominant season in program history, finishing an impressive 24-4 overall and 15-1 in MAC Commonwealth play. The Mustangs captured the 2015 MAC Commonwealth Championship in commanding fashion, with Ty Bender earning Tournament MVP honors, before advancing to the second round of the NCAA Tournament to cap off a remarkable run. The season was highlighted by individual excellence as well, with two players earning All-MAC Commonwealth honors. Sara Tarbert stood out both on the court and in the classroom, collecting Academic All-MAC recognition, CSC Academic All-America honors, and a spot on the ECAC All-Star Team South—cementing her place among the program's all-time greats. Contributor Samantha Murray Samantha Murray's impact on Stevenson Athletics spans more than a decade, marked by dedication, versatility, and a lasting commitment to the Mustang community. Over 12 years, she served as a four-year member of the women's basketball team, a two-year graduate assistant in Athletics Communications, and six years as an Assistant Director of Athletics Communications . During her career in sports information, she earned the 2017 NCAA Division III and D3SIDA Recognition Award, the 2018 CoSIDA (CSC) Fred Stabley, Sr. Writing Contest Award (District – General and Season Preview/Recap), and the 2017-18 AVCA Grant Burger Media Award. Behind the scenes, Murray became one of the most influential storytellers in Stevenson Athletics history. From 2014 to 2021, she played a vital role in preserving and promoting the department's legacy, including the creation and maintenance of record books for the majority of Stevenson's programs. As one of the longest-tenured sports information professionals at Stevenson, her work helped shape how Mustang Athletics is remembered and celebrated—often returning to lend her expertise even after moving on to new opportunities. Today, Murray continues her passion for athletics as the Assistant Athletics Director at St. Paul's School, where she remains dedicated to fostering the growth and success of student-athletes at every level.
2026 Mustang Gala
Mustang Athletics held its 9th Annual Mustang Gala on Friday evening, highlighting the excellence of student-athletes in both academics and athletics throughout the 2025-26 school year. During the Gala, Mustang Athletics presented a new variety of awards to highlight student-athletes and contributors of the department including; the Mustang Senior Scholar-Athlete, Emerging Athlete of the Year, Mustang Athlete of the Year, and the Mustang Service award. All the award criteria can be found here. 2025-26 Mustang Gala Award Winners: Team Highest GPA: For the 2025-26 school year, the teams with the highest GPA were the men's ice hockey team and the women's beach volleyball team. Play of the Year: The Play of the Year was awarded to Matthew Berry of Stevenson football with his pick-six against Bridgewater College. After falling behind 14–0 early, the Mustangs rallied to take a 19–14 lead. Just before halftime, with Bridgewater driving, Berry intercepted a pass and returned it 85 yards for a touchdown as time expired—swinging the momentum and giving Stevenson a 26–14 lead at the break. The Mustangs would go on to win 32–27, with that play proving to be the difference. Moment of the Year: The Moment of the Year was award to the Stevenson field hockey team's MAC Commonwealth Championship victory over Messiah in the fall. This championship title was the first in program history, as the team also earned the program's first ever win over Messiah, also earning the first ever bid to the NCAA Tournament. Mustang Senior Scholar-Athletes: This year, the recipients were of women's ice hockey and of men's lacrosse. Rookies of the Year: The women's winner of this award was granted to Isabella Serano. A standout two-sport athlete, Serano started all 20 games in goal for the Mustangs, recording 141 saves, a .887 save percentage, and eight shutouts, while adding a career-high 17 saves against Messiah and even tallying an assist. On the basketball court, she appeared in 18 games as a rookie, contributing 22 points, 24 rebounds, 10 steals, and four blocks. The men's rookie of the year was awarded to Shaun Rudick of baseball. A force at the plate, Rudick hit an impressive .408, tallying 40 hits, including 10 doubles, while driving in 20 runs and scoring 19 times. He posted a .510 on-base percentage, drew 15 walks, and added two stolen bases, while recording multiple three-hit games. Defensively, he added 43 putouts and 5 assists, finishing with a .919 fielding percentage. Emerging Athletes of the Year: The women's Emerging Athlete of the Year was awarded to Gracyn Catalano. After spending her first two collegiate seasons at Lock Haven University, where she appeared in 28 games and recorded five goals and an assist, Catalano transferred to Stevenson and made an immediate impact in her first season with the Mustangs. Starting 21 of 22 games, she led the team with 27 points on 12 goals and three assists, quickly establishing herself as a key offensive contributor. Her standout year earned NFHCA All-Region V Second Team and All-MAC Commonwealth First Team honors, along with a selection to the MAC Academic Honor Roll, as she helped guide Stevenson to the 2025 MAC Commonwealth Championship and the program's first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance. This year's men's honoree was Anthony Rodriguez of Mustang football. As a freshman in 2024, Rodriguez saw action in a pair of games for the Mustangs, beginning his collegiate career in limited action. He then took a step forward in his sophomore season in 2025, appearing in nine games and contributing more consistently at tight end. Rodriguez totaled 165 receiving yards on 11 receptions with one touchdown, highlighted by a strong performance at Delaware Valley with four catches for 55 yards. His lone score of the season came on a 21-yard reception against King's (Pa.), marking a productive second year for the Mustangs! Senior Athletes of the Year: This year's women's Senior Athlete of the Year was awarded to Guilia Viglietta of women's volleyball and beach volleyball. Guilia is a student-athlete who has truly defined excellence on and off the court. She was named First Team All-MAC, MAC Tournament MVP, and helped lead her team to a MAC Championship season. She finished the year with 305 kills, 32 aces, 331 digs, 56 blocks, and 23 assists, ranking in the top five in every statistical category and totaling 368.5 points on the season. Over her career, Guilia appeared in 361 sets across 105 matches, recording 722 kills, 528 digs, 48 aces, 164 blocks, and 862 total points, establishing herself as one of the most complete players in program history. A Fall 2025 Academic Honor Roll selection, Guilia also competes as a dual-sport athlete on the women's beach volleyball team, where she played in the top pairs all season. She finished her most recent season with a 17-8 record. The men's Senior Athlete of the Year was awarded to Jack Karlsson. Named a CCM/AHCA Division III All-American two seasons in a row, MAC Senior Scholar-Athlete, MAC Player of the Year, and MAC Defensive Player of the Year twice, along with earning a spot on the MAC First Team for three years, Jack capped a decorated career with one of the most accomplished seasons in program history. Appearing in 27 games for the Mustangs this season, he totaled 24 points on four goals and 20 assists, including a three-assist performance against Alvernia on Nov. 8. Defensively, he recorded 16 blocked shots, highlighted by a season-high three blocks against Neumann on March 7, while consistently anchoring both ends of the ice throughout the year. NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee: This year Stevenson University will put forth Meghan Croyle as the NCAA Woman of the Year nominee to represent Stevenson University and the Middle Atlantic Conference. In the words of her coach this year, "Meghan has had a profound impact on the Mustang Hockey Program and the Stevenson community as a whole." Athletically and on the ice, Croyle has led the team in points each of the past two seasons and has been in the top three on the team in point totals all four of her years as a Mustang. She played in all 100 games the team has played over the past four years and has been relied upon heavily in each of those four years. She finishes in the top 10 of program history of goals, assists and point and is third all-time in short-handed goals. Croyle meets the community service parameter of this nomination through her dedication to our Stevenson community as a three-year member of SAAC. She has also raised $1500 for the Mental Health Collaborative by running in the Falmouth Road race this past August. She has been a significant part of mental health initiatives around campus, volunteered and ran in the Autism Speaks walk and run this past fall. And once again in the words of her coach, "Meg is always finding ways to make a difference and helps quietly, never looking for credit for her work." Academically, Croyle is a member of the Chi Alpha Sigma, the National College Athlete Honor Society and Sigma Beta Delta, which is the International Business Honor Society. She has earned recognition as an AHCA / Krampade All-American Scholar, as a member of both UCHC and MAC All Academic Teams, and the Stevenson Dean's List. After graduation Meg will be attending the University of Florida for graduate school to pursue her Master's Degree. Mustang Service Award: This year's recipient of the Mustang Service Award was Director of Ticketing and Equipment Management, Casey Nelson. Over the last four years, Casey's impact on this department has been extraordinary. She has helped elevate the standard of our operations, brought stability and organization to an incredibly complex operational office, and played a critical role in enhancing the day-to-day experience for our student-athletes and coaches. Casey's ability to revamp and reorganize our ticketing and equipment operations and the culture she has helped to build in this department will have a lasting effect on Mustang Athletics for years to come. Mustang Athlete of the Year: The largest award of the evening was the Mustang Athlete of the year. This award is a student-selected honor recognizing a student-athlete who best represents what it means to be a Stevenson Mustang. Chosen by their peers, the recipient is known for excelling in their sport, maintaining a strong academic commitment, and actively engaging with the broader campus and community. The winner of this award is a person who consistently represents Stevenson Athletics in a positive way and sets the standard through their actions, attitude, and impact on others. This year, Ava Treakle was named the Mustang Athlete of the Year. Treakle started in all 18 games in 2026, serving as a steady two-way presence for the Mustangs. She finished the season with 37 goals on 11 assists and 48 total points, consistently generating offense while facilitating play for her teammates. Treakle added 82 shots and 61 shots on goal while also contributing across the field with 23 ground balls, 93 draw controls, and 16 caused turnovers, rounding out a well-balanced and impactful all-around season. She also spends her time off the field, working with the Athletic Communications department on game days.
Puls to retire as Men’s Lacrosse Assistant after 22 years
After 22 years on the sidelines with the Mustangs, Assistant Men's Lacrosse Coach Tim Puls has announced his retirement, effective May 22. " leaves behind more than a career at Stevenson University — he leaves a legacy of leadership, mentorship, and genuine care for the people around him," said Head Coach Paul Cantabene. "His impact can be seen not only in the growth of the university, but in the countless students, colleagues, and community members whose lives he helped shape. Retirement marks the close of an extraordinary chapter, but the influence Tim has made will continue to inspire Stevenson for years to come." During his two decades at Stevenson, Puls helped guide the Mustangs to 14 NCAA Championship appearances, one NCAA National Championship, eight MAC Commonwealth titles, the 2010 CAC Championship, and the 2006 ECAC South Championship. Throughout his tenure, Puls mentored numerous professional standouts, including Callum Robinson, who represented Team Australia at the World Lacrosse Championship and played professionally in Major League Lacrosse (MLL). Working alongside Cantabene, Stevenson produced 11 USILA First Team All-Americans, 16 Second Team All-Americans, 14 Third Team All-Americans, and 61 Honorable Mention All-Americans. Steve Kazimer, Kyle Holechek, Evan Douglas, and Brett Hiken each earned national positional honors. In the IMCLA, Dominic DeFazio was named IMCLA South Defensive Player of the Year, while 13 Mustangs garnered All-Region First Team honors and nine earned Second Team recognition. Within the MAC Commonwealth, Stevenson players earned seven Offensive Player of the Year honors, three Defensive Player of the Year honors, three Midfielder of the Year honors, two Rookie of the Year honors, and two Specialist of the Year honors. The program also totaled 66 All-MAC Commonwealth First Team selections, 52 Second Team selections, and 22 Honorable Mention honors during Puls' tenure. In 2009, Puls coordinated one of the nation's top defensive units, as Stevenson ranked 10th in Division III in scoring defense, allowing just 6.89 goals per game. That season, defenders Mike Simon and Evan Douglass earned All-CAC honors, with Simon also being named a Second Team All-American. In 2010, Simon was a member of the Major League Lacrosse champion Chesapeake Bayhawks. Since Puls' arrival, the Mustangs ranked in the top one-third of Division III in scoring defense in five of his first six seasons. In 2008, Stevenson ranked 10th nationally in man-down defense, successfully killing nearly 86 percent of opponent opportunities. Prior to Stevenson, Puls built a remarkable legacy at CCBC Essex, where he spent 22 seasons (1983–2003). He compiled a 213-90 career record, winning more than 71 percent of his games. Under his leadership, the Knights captured 15 Maryland Junior College Championships, 14 Region XX titles, and the 1991 NJCAA National Championship — becoming the first Maryland junior college to win the NJCAA title. CCBC Essex advanced to the NJCAA semifinals 14 times and finished as national runner-up six times. Puls was named NJCAA National Coach of the Year in 1990 and 1995 and earned Maryland Junior College Coach of the Year honors 15 times, including eight consecutive years from 1988–95. He was also named McDonald's Challenge Cup Coach of the Year in 1983, was a finalist for a U.S. National Team coaching position in 2002, and served as head coach of both the NJCAA Region XX and NJCAA South All-Star teams. A member of the U.S. Lacrosse Century Club for surpassing 200 career wins, Puls coached 71 NJCAA All-Americans and three NJCAA Players of the Year. Ten former players went on to compete professionally in the National Lacrosse League or Major League Lacrosse. Additionally, 30 of his players were named Scholar All-Americans, and five received the prestigious James A. Newpher Award, recognizing outstanding academic and athletic achievement at CCBC Essex. Off the field, Puls served as president and publicity director of the NJCAA Lacrosse Coaches Association, director of the NJCAA Men's Lacrosse Championship in 1988, 1997, and 1998, chairman of the NJCAA All-America Selection Committee, and a member of the NJCAA National Tournament Format Committee. Beyond the NJCAA, Puls contributed as a writer for Lacrosse Magazine, served as a panelist for both the United States Lacrosse Coaches Association and the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Coaches Association annual meetings, and worked as chief scout for the MLL's Baltimore Bayhawks in 2004 and 2005.
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