Lorie Lemongo and Sebastian Smith, Drexels standout seniors, were honored with the Mary and John Semanik Award for their excellence in both academics and athletics. Lemongo, the all-time wins leader in womens tennis, earned multiple All-CAA honors and an MBA. Smith, an eleven-time CAA champion in swimming and diving, broke school records and qualified for the NCAA Championships. The mens rowing team and field hockey team were named Teams of the Year, with field hockey winning their first CAA Championship since 2012. Valentine Van Hellemont was named CAA Player of The Year, and Theo Andreopoulos earned CAA Co-Swimmer of The Year.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/c367ea7584d113e7

Drexels student-athletes excel in the classroom, earning five Public Recognition Awards from the NCAAs Academic Progress Rate. These teams, including mens and womens basketball, golf, lacrosse, and tennis, rank in the top ten percent nationally. This recognition highlights Drexels commitment to academic excellence, setting a high standard for the Colonial Athletic Association.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/abda13ebd6e51b6a

Shane Blakeney, Drexels guard, earned a spot on the All-Big Five First Team for the 2025-26 season. He led the Dragons in scoring with 14.2 points per game, tying his career high twice. Blakeney started every game, averaging 5.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists while shooting 41.6% from the field. His defensive prowess, holding opponents to 38.6% shooting and 25% from beyond the arc, solidifies his status as a cornerstone player for Drexel.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/d8a865af52427daa