The Bates women's basketball team concluded its most successful season in program history with a 76-59 loss to the undefeated University of Scranton in the NCAA Division III Sweet 16. Despite the defeat, the Bobcats finished the season with a record-breaking 26 wins and a second NESCAC title. Senior captain Elsa Daulerio capped her career with a team-high 18 points, finishing sixth on Bates' all-time scoring list. Fellow seniors Sophie Spolter and Ava James also contributed double-digit points in their final games.
In men's basketball, Bates celebrated individual accolades as Babacar Pouye was named to the Maine Men's Basketball Coaches and Writers Association All-State first team, while Sean O'Leary and Jamari Robinson earned spots on the All-Defensive and All-Rookie teams, respectively. Pouye's performance this season has been pivotal in leading the Bobcats to their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2012.
On the baseball diamond, senior outfielder Gibby Sullivan has been named to the inaugural Small College Baseball Player of the Year watch list. Sullivan's impressive start to the season includes a .625 batting average and a 1.927 OPS, making him a standout in NCAA Division III and the only NESCAC player on the list.
The Bates men's lacrosse team suffered its first loss of the season, falling 20-8 to Amherst. Despite a strong start to the season, the Bobcats were unable to match Amherst's intensity, with Riley McClure leading the team with three goals. The women's lacrosse team also faced a tough opponent in Amherst, losing 12-4. Sarah Stavrovich scored twice for Bates, but the team struggled to overcome Amherst's early lead.
In track and field, the Bates men's Distance Medley Relay team placed 11th at the NCAA Division III Indoor Championships, while both the men's and women's teams received numerous All-Region honors from the USTFCCCA. The women's team saw 16 athletes earn recognition, with the 4x400 relay and Distance Medley Relay teams receiving accolades. The men's team had 10 athletes honored, including the Distance Medley Relay team, which ranks third on Bates' all-time performance list.
The Bates softball team is set to begin its 2026 campaign in Florida, led by senior captain Delaney Rankin. The Bobcats, featuring four All-NESCAC selections, are poised for a strong season, with Rankin leading a deep pitching staff.
