University of Bridgeport (UB) is thrilled to announce the addition of men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams for the fall 2025 semester. The return of this program will allow talented student-athletes to compete at the collegiate level while excelling … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Making a Splash with a New Competitive Swimming and Diving Team
When former Georgetown University Hoyas coach James Howard arrived on UB’s campus in 2023, he knew that he had been brought here for a reason. “We are trying to rebuild and restore the young women’s confidence here,” he says. After … Continue reading Next-Play Mentality: James Howard Rebuilds the UB Women’s Basketball Team
Kaite’s story They say that playing a sport builds character, but UB’s Kaite Burawski shows us that sometimes it’s character that builds champions. Her remarkable journey began long before she faced the unimaginable — a battle with ovarian cancer — … Continue reading Softball and Teeth — Surviving Cancer and Getting Back in the Game
Coach Kranthi “Krunch” Senadhi sits in his office in Hubbell Gymnasium, talking about the sport he loves. The sound of basketballs bouncing on the polished wood of the gym floor echoes down the halls and through the door. “This was … Continue reading Player-Driven Empowerment: Coach Krunch’s Impact on Decision-Making
Engaging in physical activity and sports is a great way to stay in shape and achieve an overall healthy lifestyle—not to mention the social benefits as individuals develop connections and bonds with their teammates and coaches. Yet, many students and … Continue reading How Do Sports Help Students Academically?
By Eric D. Lehman Every year, students from all over America and all over the world come together to play soccer on University of Bridgeport’s Knights Field. In that way, the soccer squads are microcosms of the way that diversity … Continue reading Seeing the Whole Field: Diversity and Teamwork Build UB Soccer Teams’ Character and Skills
Playing sports in college and beyond is a dream held by many high school athletes in all kinds of sports. The opportunity to continue playing a sport they love, experiencing camaraderie with new coaches and teammates, and representing their school … Continue reading What are the Benefits of Being a Student-Athlete in College?
If you are passionate about playing or coaching sports, consider a diverse and rewarding career in sports management. Sports managers are the glue that ties the athletes to their team and organization, whether that manager is running a professional sports … Continue reading What is the Role of Sports Management in Professional Athletics?
Many high school athletes dream of going on to play sports in college and beyond. Unfortunately, this dream doesn’t come true for everyone, but you don’t have to play at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) level to stay involved … Continue reading What are Club Sports in College?
By Eric D. Lehman Six brand new teams at University of Bridgeport are running, throwing, and leaping into the future. Eager students have joined the men’s and women’s cross country, indoor track and field, and outdoor track and field teams, … Continue reading UB Track and Field Races Toward the Future
How much can you earn as an athletic director, scouting agent, or sports facilities manager? Discover the sports management salary potential. Continue reading Sports Management Salary Information
Leadership comes from hard-won experience. Learn how UB gymnastics captains, Jordan and Alexis, have learned to excel in their positions of leadership. Continue reading UB Gymnastics Captains Learn to be Leaders
Are you a student-athlete getting recruited by colleges? Find out which questions you should be asking college coaches as you research prospective schools. Continue reading Top Questions to Ask College Coaches When Being Recruited
University of Bridgeport announced that Kranthi “Krunch” Senadhi has been selected as the new head men’s basketball coach for the Purple Knights. Learn more. Continue reading “Krunch” Senadhi Named New UB Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Learn about the newest members of the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC): the University of Bridgeport Purple Knights. Continue reading University of Bridgeport Unanimously Accepted into the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference
Veteran Coach and Former NCAA Division II Standout to Lead Development of New Men’s Lacrosse Program
Continue reading University of Bridgeport Names Stephen Tempone Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
