Athletics

Another year of memories made in the mountains

Proceeds from the event will benefit the college’s Ski and Snowboard team

Fox8 News talks with Assistant Swim Coach Aaron Van Nostrand and student-athletes about their experience giving back


This is the first of many steps toward normalcy as the college begins to rebuild following Hurricane Helene

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The screening will be held at Beech Mountain Resort

Hannah Leyva reports

2023 marked another year of historic growth for Lees-McRae

The snowboarding film is one of two winter sports films TGR will screen as part of the series throughout this academic year

Both Phillips and Trotter graduated from Lees-McRae with a Cycling Studies minor

The 15-year partnership between Lees-McRae and Reel Rock Film Festival continues with three exciting new films


Lees-McRae women's volleyball beats rival King University

In just her second season of competition, Lilly Kamp earned a National Championship in snowboarding

The aspiring physical therapist has been an invaluable member of the softball team and the wider Lees-McRae community

Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of Sport Management Josh Pate talks with WalletHub about Super Bowl 57

Take a walk down memory lane and reflect on this historic year

After growing up in Germany, Döring moved to the United States to pursue collegiate cycling

This year’s film, “Magic Hour,” will be screened at Beech Mountain Resort

The Reel Rock Film Tour brings climbing and adventure films to live audiences around the world

Smith has held numerous positions throughout her decades at the college, making her mark on athletics and Lees-McRae as a whole

This next installment of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11


A move into the Chaffee Administrative Building will more than double the Esports space, giving them room to continue to grow

Powell has already set two records for no-hitters in her first year playing softball at the collegiate level

Conference Carolinas hosted Lees-McRae athletics at a diversity and inclusion seminar

A non-comprehensive list of some of our favorite moments of the year

Lees-McRae was recently named a Gold Bike Friendly University and was selected to compete in the Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine Top Adventure College Tournament

Vote between March 22 and March 28 to help the college advance to the Elite Eight

Freshman Jalen Joiner lost his mother right after receiving his Lees-McRae offer letter, but he knows she's still his biggest fan

Join us as we look back on some of our successes during this unexpected year

Kick off the start of the winter season with the annual Winter Film Festival at Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae mourns the loss of revered alumnus, Board of Trustees member, and Hall of Fame inductee

Outstanding alumni honored for their service to the college during Homecoming 2020.

How two life-changing events led M.J. Doyle to become a Wilderness First Responder

Participants can run, walk, or jog their favorite 3.1 mile route in support of the Montibus Scholarship Trust and Bobcat Club.

Special Education major and softball player Morgan Crowe named the next recipient of the Sullivan Foundation Scholarship

Grayson Wickel exploring his passions on the bike and on the stage

Alumni, students, and staff bring awareness to community with peaceful march against social injustice.

Student-athletes excitedly prepare for a whole new ball game on Tate Field.

On May 20 for International Ride of Silence, the Banner Elk community remembered and honored lost or injured cyclists, including Lees-McRae students and family members, Carla Swart, Megan Baab, and Dr. Jerry Luck.


During the Spring 2020 semester, 337 students were recognized for their academic achievement.

Due to state gathering guidelines, both Lees-McRae Summer Theatre and FORUM seasons have been canceled.

On-campus classes to be held remotely for remainder of Spring 2020 semester; public events canceled until July 1.

As you navigate the current public health situation, hear from Marla Gentile on caring for your mental health.

Poll closes Monday, March 30 at 10 a.m.

This year marks the eighth Top Adventure College competition hosted by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine, and Lees-McRae is once again in the running.

Rising high school juniors and seniors are invited to explore Lees-McRae and experience life as a Bobcat during Open House on Saturday, April 25.


National champion Roni Laughton ’20 on winning, her future, and those that supported her along the way.

In the Conference Carolinas "Body, Mind & Soul" series, which highlights conference member student-athletes, Acklin shared her story and her inspiring journey since enrolling at Lees-McRae College.

During the Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9, Eco Strategies Group Founder Andrea Ruiz-Hays will address the class of 2020.

Hit the slopes and learn about the Ski Industry Business and Instruction minor.

Join us as we look back at our favorite memories of the year

Former cyclist for Lees-McRae, Hoover will lead both the men's and women's cycling teams at the college in Savannah, Georgia.

Learn how students on the newly-developed varsity Esports team are redefining what it means to be an athlete in the digital arena.

Encouraging colleges across the U.S. to get outdoors, the month-long challenge concluded on Sunday, Oct. 13 with the college earning a spot at the top.

During the TV segment, Acklin shared her top tips and the "ABC Quick Check" in order for cyclists to stay safe on the roads.

Here's everything you need to know for tailgating at Homecoming Saturday, Oct. 5

A fun new way to pay it forward and show off your school spirit at the same time

As part of an annual event to thank those who make Lees-McRae scholarships a reality, students and those benefactors gather for a night of celebration.

Help Lees-McRae become the next National Outdoor Champion during the AORE Campus Challenge from Sept. 16–Oct. 13.

From familiar faces to new friends, Homecoming brings everyone together to honor the past, rejoice in the present, and dream about the future.

Tegan Dean’s story of competing, singing, studying, and doing it all over again the next day.

For the third year in a row, Lees-McRae was named a College of Distinction within the prestigious North Carolina cohort.

Experience Commencement as 246 graduates cross the stage and begin a new adventure in their lives

Join the Lees-McRae community in celebrating another great academic year in the lead up to Commencement 2019.

Students, faculty, and staff gathered Tuesday, April 23, in Hayes Auditorium and Broyhill Theatre to celebrate the recipients of several coveted awards in academics, leadership, and service.

After a hard-fought battle, the college shared with the magazine what makes our outdoor adventures and recreation top notch.

As one, the college completed more than 1,200 volunteer hours across more than 35 service locations in both Avery and Watauga counties.

President Lee King and others will showcase our mountain home during a series of receptions

Vote for Lees-McRae every day until Monday, April 1!

Lees-McRae named one of just two North Carolina colleges to be ranked among the 50 best bike-friendly colleges in the U.S.

With warmer days on the horizon, here are some quick, easy ways to get outside and enjoy our beautiful campus

In this most recent Q&A, learn a little more about Climbing Team Coach Carter Smith, his passion for the extreme sport of climbing, and why students should try it, too.

After taking historic gold last year in Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s “Top Adventure College” tournament, Lees-McRae will fight once again to reign supreme

In this most recent Q&A, learn about Head Women’s Basketball Coach Keith “Mister” Jennings, his time in the National Basketball Association, and what every student on campus—athlete or not—can learn from basketball.