https://gohofstra.com/rss.aspx?path=mbballLatest news items for Hofstra University Athleticsen-us60https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/6/11/athletics-hofstra-student-athletes-impress-once-again-during-spring-2026-semester.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/6/11/athletics-hofstra-student-athletes-impress-once-again-during-spring-2026-semester.aspxBaseball, Field Hockey, Athletics, Men's Basketball, Men's Cross Country/Track, Men's Golf, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Tennis, Softball, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country/Track, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Wrestling, Volleyball

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University student-athletes continued their exemplary academic efforts during the Spring 2026 semester, with the Pride's 21 athletic programs compiling a 3.54 grade point average. It marks the 28th consecutive semester with a combined GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all Hofstra athletic programs recorded at least a 3.27 GPA and 10 programs earned team GPAs of at least 3.50.]]>Spring 2026 GPA GraphicThu, 11 Jun 2026 14:30:00 EST328855https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/22/athletics-hall-of-fame-spotlight-ken-rood-mens-basketball.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/22/athletics-hall-of-fame-spotlight-ken-rood-mens-basketball.aspxAthletics, Men's Basketball

Ken Rood was a guard for the Hofstra men's basketball team from 1973 to 1977 and served as a two-time team captain. He was a member of two NCAA Tournament teams and concluded his career with 1,368 points, ranking fourth all-time at the time of his graduation. He is currently 16th on the Pride's all-time scoring list.]]>Ken RoodFri, 22 May 2026 09:45:00 EST328830https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/21/athletics-hofstra-earns-nine-ncaa-public-recognition-awards-sets-new-program-record.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/21/athletics-hofstra-earns-nine-ncaa-public-recognition-awards-sets-new-program-record.aspxAthletics, Men's Basketball, Men's Cross Country/Track, Men's Tennis, Women's Cross Country/Track, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Volleyball

Hempstead, NY - The Hofstra University Department of Athletics continued its strong academic performance in the latest NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) report, with nine programs earning NCAA Public Recognition Awards.]]>110425 Photo: Matteo BraccoThu, 21 May 2026 14:13:00 EST328846https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/18/baseball-68-student-athletes-earn-degrees-at-spring-2026-hofstra-commencement.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/5/18/baseball-68-student-athletes-earn-degrees-at-spring-2026-hofstra-commencement.aspxBaseball, Field Hockey, Athletics, Men's Basketball, Men's Cross Country/Track, Men's Golf, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Tennis, Softball, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country/Track, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Wrestling, Volleyball

Hempstead, NY – Hofstra University and the Hofstra University Department of Athletics congratulate the 68 Hofstra Pride student-athletes who earned their degrees at this year's Spring Commencement exercises on May 17, 2026. We salute their outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments, and wish them all the best of luck as alumni of Hofstra University.]]>Spring 2026 CommencementMon, 18 May 2026 11:15:00 EST128842https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/29/mens-basketball-davis-adds-i-aaa-ada-scholar-athlete-recognition.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/29/mens-basketball-davis-adds-i-aaa-ada-scholar-athlete-recognition.aspxMen's Basketball

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra men's basketball student-athlete Cruz Davis added another honor as he was named to the I-AAA ADA Scholar-Athlete Team, it was announced by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics today.]]>Cruz DavisWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 EST428785https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/28/athletics-hofstra-celebrates-2025-26-at-the-ninth-annual-hofspy-awards.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/28/athletics-hofstra-celebrates-2025-26-at-the-ninth-annual-hofspy-awards.aspxBaseball, Field Hockey, Athletics, Men's Basketball, Men's Cross Country/Track, Men's Golf, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Tennis, Softball, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country/Track, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Women's Tennis, Wrestling, Volleyball

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University and the Department of Athletics celebrated the year in Pride Athletics at the ninth annual HOFSPYS Awards on April 27 at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex. The evening included the presentation of numerous awards, as well as senior recognition and highlight clips of the year's top plays. Attendees had the chance to walk the red carpet as they entered and take plenty of photos at various photo stations.]]>2026 HOFSPYS (VB TEAM)Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:12:00 EST328791https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/26/mens-basketball-from-the-court-to-the-diamond-speedy-claxton-represents-hofstra-at-citi-field.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/26/mens-basketball-from-the-court-to-the-diamond-speedy-claxton-represents-hofstra-at-citi-field.aspxMen's Basketball

Queens, NY - For Speedy Claxton, the 2025-26 season has been filled with unforgettable moments. On Friday night, another was added to the list - this time, on a baseball diamond.]]>Hofstra Basketball - New York MetsSun, 26 Apr 2026 19:11:00 EST428781https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/22/mens-basketball-claxton-headlines-hofstras-all-met-honors.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/22/mens-basketball-claxton-headlines-hofstras-all-met-honors.aspxMen's Basketball

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra Head Men's Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton was named the All-Met Co-Coach of the Year, Cruz Davis earned All-Met First Team honors, and Preston Edmead picked up the Met Rookie of the Year accolades as well as All-Met Second Team honors, it was announced today by the organization.]]>Speedy ClaxtonWed, 22 Apr 2026 10:05:00 EST428765https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/21/athletics-excellence-service-and-remembrance-hofstra-reveals-2026-hall-of-fame-class.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/21/athletics-excellence-service-and-remembrance-hofstra-reveals-2026-hall-of-fame-class.aspxAthletics, Men's Basketball, Men's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Wrestling, Football

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University Athletics announced today the Hall of Fame Class of 2026, a distinguished group of former student-athletes and contributors whose accomplishments and service have left a lasting impact on Hofstra Athletics.]]>2026 Hofstra Athletics Hall of FameTue, 21 Apr 2026 14:15:00 EST328750https://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/21/mens-basketball-claxton-to-throw-out-ceremonial-first-pitch-at-fridays-new-york-mets-game.aspxhttps://gohofstra.com/news/2026/4/21/mens-basketball-claxton-to-throw-out-ceremonial-first-pitch-at-fridays-new-york-mets-game.aspxMen's Basketball

Hempstead, NY - Hofstra University Head Men's Basketball Coach Speedy Claxton will throw out the ceremonial first pitch on Friday evening prior to the New York Mets game against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field.]]>Speedy Claxton - New York MetsTue, 21 Apr 2026 11:15:00 EST428769