A crowd of students, administrators, community members and university friends gathered on Ball Circle for a spirited send-off for UMW Men’s Basketball. The team competes against Emory University for the NCAA Division III national championship title on Sunday, April 5. Photo by Tom Rothenberg.
With music, cheers and a burst of streamers, the University of Mary Washington community gathered Tuesday evening to send off the men’s basketball team ahead of its first NCAA Division III national championship appearance.
The Soar & Roar Send-Off brought together students, faculty, staff, families and local supporters for a spirited celebration of the Eagles’ historic season. Wearing UMW gear and waving fan-favorite foam fingers, attendees packed the Ball Circle lawn to wish the team well, while members of the UMW Pep Band and Pep Dance team, and the school’s mascot, Sammy D. Eagle, added to the off-court energy.
Associate Provost for Community Relations and Compliance Shavonne Shorter kicked off the rally with remarks celebrating the team’s accomplishments.
“If you are excited about being a part of this historic moment, make some noise,” said Shorter, who chronicled the team’s season-long journey, listing wins earned across the country. “And guess what, y’all, they’re not done yet.” Read more about Eagles Men’s Basketball Nets Spirited Send-Off Before Championship Game.
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