Columbia Lions Weekend Preview: March 15-17 Sports Update
Columbia softball, women's tennis, men's tennis, baseball, and lacrosse gear up for their upcoming games off-campus this weekend. Softball heads to the John Cropp Classic hosted by Kentucky, playing five games, with Jaden Hill named Ivy League Player of the Week. Women's tennis faces Rice and Tulsa in Houston, seeking a win after a recent loss. Men's tennis, ranked 7th nationally, plays UC Irvine to conclude their spring break. Baseball, aiming to break a losing streak, faces No. 11 East Carolina. Lacrosse, standing at 2-1, plays Niagara and UCONN on the road.
The Big PictureThe Columbia Lions across various sports are engaging in competitive matches away from campus, striving for victories and maintaining their rankings.
By the Numbers- Columbia softball improved to 4-8 overall this season, with Jaden Hill earning Ivy League Player of the Week.
- Columbia women's tennis is ranked No. 31 nationally and aims to bounce back from a 4-1 loss to No. 64 Charlotte.
- Columbia men's tennis is ranked 7th nationally after a recent dominant 6-1 win over No. 31 UCLA.
- Columbia baseball, with a 3-8 record, faces No. 11 East Carolina in a three-game series.
- The Columbia lacrosse team, with a 2-1 record, continues their non-conference play with upcoming games against Niagara and UCONN.
- Columbia softball competes at the John Cropp Classic against Ohio State, South Dakota State, and Kentucky.
- Columbia women's tennis faces Rice and Tulsa in Houston.
- Columbia men's tennis plays UC Irvine after defeating No. 31 UCLA.
- Columbia baseball continues their spring break trip against No. 11 East Carolina.
- Columbia lacrosse plays Niagara at a neutral site and UCONN in Connecticut after a successful start to their season.
Columbia teams are focused on securing victories in their upcoming matches and maintaining their competitive edge in their respective sports.
Bottom LineColumbia's athletes are on the road, showcasing their prowess and determination in various sports competitions, aiming for success and continued excellence in their seasons.
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