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Athletics

  1. Soccer players cheer.

    Moments in Motion: Capturing Grinnell Pioneers in Action

    Nov 01, 2024
    Take a look at Grinnell’s exciting fall season through this gorgeous photo essay.
  2. A young man in team USA uniform runs, arms out to the side, towards the finish line. Other racers follow several feet behind

    How a Grinnell Student Captured Olympic Glory in Paris 100 Years Ago

    Jul 31, 2024
    As a Grinnell College student, Frederick Morgan Taylor 1926 sang first tenor with Glee Club; stared in a play, “The Goal;” studied English and business administration, and was known for dancing the best Charleston on campus. He also was the fastest hurdler in the world.
  3. Andrew running in a cross country meet

    Andrew’s Journey

    Jun 17, 2024
    Cross country athlete and computer science major Andrew Nickeson ’23 discovered a passion for nature and hiking in small-town Iowa. Together with his teammates and coworkers, he explored beautiful sights!
  4. Softball Player running to base with team in the back

    Scorecard Snapshots: Spring Athletic Highlights

    May 28, 2024
    From record-breaking achievements in track and field to dominant showings on the baseball and softball diamonds, and impressive outings in tennis and golf, the Pioneers have left an indelible mark.
  5. swimmer competing in the pool

    Game Faces

    Feb 29, 2024
    A Visual Journey Through 2023–24 Grinnell College Pioneer Winter Sports. In the spirited arenas of the Russell K. Osgood Pool and Darby Gymnasium, Grinnell College athletes lit up the season with remarkable performances.
  6. 2 people hugging after cross country race

    Capturing the Spirit of the Season: Grinnell Pioneers in Action

    Nov 15, 2023
    From spirited touchdowns on the gridiron to precision goals on the field, this photo essay showcases the essence of Grinnell College fall athletics.
  7. Running outside

    Former Grinnell Cross Country Runner is First NYC Woman to Finish in the New York City Marathon

    Nov 09, 2023
    On Nov. 5, Southern completed the New York City Marathon alongside more than 51 thousand runners. Southern’s finished the marathon in an impressive 2:48:38 with an average mile pace of 6:26, making her the first woman from New York City to finish the race, the seventh U.S. woman and 23rd woman overall.  
  8. A person swims in water with red glow.

    Grinnell Swim Teams Selected for Spring Scholar All-America Teams

    Jul 27, 2023
    The CSCAA, an organization striving to advance intercollegiate swimming and diving, recently selected both of Grinnell’s swim teams for the Spring Scholar All-America Teams.
  9. Holly Roepke

    Holly Roepke Appointed Director of Athletics and Recreation

    May 31, 2023
    Holly Roepke will return to Grinnell College with her appointment as director of athletics and recreation. She will also serve as chair of the department of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation (PEAR).
  10. 2 Girnnell softball players cheering

    Grinnell College Achieves Impressive Athletic Milestones: Celebrating Conference Championships and Unmatched Success

    May 23, 2023
    Grinnell teams have secured seven team conference championships out of 20 sports, with five of these titles achieved by women's teams. The conference champions are women's soccer, women's swimming and diving, women’s golf, women’s tennis, and softball. Men’s tennis and men’s swimming and diving won conference championships as well.

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