Gettysburg Student-Athletes Shine in the Classroom

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE – Despite facing unprecedented circumstances that reshaped the learning environment at Gettysburg College last semester, student-athletes across the whole of the athletics program rose to the occasion in the classroom.   Including cheerleading, all 25 varsity squads produced team grade-point averages north of 3.1 during the fall semester. All but two of the

Positions Open at Adams County Library

The Adams County Library System currently has three positions open with January Due dates. Please see the positions and job descriptions on our website: https://www.adamslibrary.org/about/employment Teen Specialist @ Harbaugh-Thomas, 40 hours per week, Full Time Benefits available. due 1/8/21 Teen Specialist @ Trone Memorial Library, 34 hours per week, Full Time Benefits available. due 1/15/21 ACLS Marketing Assistant, 20

Gettysburg Connection Seeks Contract Writer(s)

Gettysburg Connection seeks one or more contract writers for local news stories.   Applicants should have an interest in contributing to the the Adams County Community, excellent communication and writing skills, an independent work orientation, and an ability to work on deadline. Compensation is based on experience. For more information, please contact Charles Stangor, publisher,

Gettysburg Connection Readers Respond to January 6, 2021 Events

This morning has dawned clear and sunny bringing perhaps some optimism following yesterday’s images of mayhem and anarchy. Many national and state lawmakers have spoken out against yesterday’s violence. Gettysburg Police Chief Robert Glenny said this morning that he was monitoring the situation but has not scheduled any extra officers. Glenny said the department had

PA Department of Health Confirms First Case with the Faster-Spreading COVID-19 Variant

Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine today announced the first confirmed case of the COVID-19 variant, SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7, in Pennsylvania. The confirmed case is in Dauphin County. This variant is the same one that was first discovered in England in December. This individual tested positive after known international exposure. A case investigation and contact tracing

Our 2020 Podcasts

From Girl Scout Leaders to Eighth Grade Dancers to Emergency Room Front-Line Workers, it’s been a full year for our podcasts. Unfortunately, we have now stopped our podcast program.

Local Residents Share Thoughts of Gratitude

Thanks to the many people who contributed thoughts of thanks in this holiday season. Those of you who contributed may be interested to know that research has found that expressing gratitude leads to changes in brain activity, releases negative emotions, and creates better mental health. But the benefits of gratitude take time. Like exercise, practicing

Help Wanted: Finance Director for local non-profit agency

Position supervises and develops standard accounting procedures for the agency including an annual budget, monthly journal entries & financial statements, reports to the board of directors, state and federal entities. Responsible for banking and payroll operations. Knowledge of accounting, public finance principles, knowledge of federal & state regulations relating to non-profit operations. Ability to apply

Ten of our Most Popular Posts from 2020

It’s been a tough year for news in Adams County, honestly. Not because there hasn’t been a lot to report — there really has — but because the content of the reporting was often — well — awful. But whether it is COVID preparedness, school policies, tourist information, new business openings, or demonstrations on the

2020 in Photos: Congratulations to the Winners of Our Weekly Photography Contest

So many readers have shared their photos with us this year. They are each contributing to the Connection’s mission of sharing. Each monthly winner received a $25 gift certificate from the Adams County Arts Council. Submit your entry here or email it to mail@gettysburgconnection.org Weekly Winners November 2020 October 2020 Weekly Winners September 2020 Weekly

After Gettysburg Approves LGBTQ-Inclusive Nondiscrimination Ordinance, The Connection Talks with Carr, Goodman, Heyser, and Lawson [Episode 41]

After over a year of discussions, the Gettysburg Borough Council voted unanimously on Monday to approve an LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination ordinance. Although the document bans discrimination based many social categories, the document significantly expands the definition of sex discrimination. In addition to sex as defined at birth, the ordinance also protects people on the basis of

Student-Athletes Create Coaching Tool for Success

When they aren’t recruiting the next superstar for their respective programs, college coaches spend most of their time making sure their student-athletes have all the tools necessary to be successful competitors. Those tools can be anything from equipment and gear to access to workout facilities to training and nutritional plans. While student-athletes make ample use

Bullets Teams Challenge Begins Dec. 1

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE . Join alumni, parents, and friends of Gettysburg College athletics by making a gift to support your favorite Bullet team(s) and help these programs reach their participation goals. Each gift made during this challenge enhances the budget of that team and counts towards that team’s challenge participation goal. The teams with the highest

Centennial Conference Statement Regarding Fall and Winter Sports

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE – With the health and safety of its student-athletes, campus communities and the general public of paramount importance, the Centennial Conference Presidents Council has decided to cancel conference competition and championships for all fall and winter sports during the 2020-21 academic year.   Sports impacted by this decision include men’s and women’s cross

Bullets Teams Challenge Results

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE – The Gettysburg College volleyball and women’s soccer programs rose to the top of the list in donor participation following the conclusion of the 36-hour Bullets Teams Challenge that took place from Dec. 1-2.   The Bullets Teams Challenge is Gettysburg’s largest fundraising effort in support of the intercollegiate varsity athletic program. Despite

Centennial Conference Statement Regarding Fall and Winter Sports

Centennial Conference logo With the health and safety of its student-athletes, campus communities and the general public of paramount importance, the Centennial Conference Presidents Council has decided to cancel conference competition and championships for all fall and winter sports during the 2020-21 academic year.   Sports impacted by this decision include men’s and women’s cross

Laurel Holthause Wins Monthly Photo Contest

This winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest for November is Laurel Holthause, for her photo of a kitten in a window. The photo contest is taking a break in December but we are already collecting entries for the January competition. Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift

YWCA Seeks Lead Lifeguard

The YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County is hiring for a Lead Lifeguard position! This is a full-time position that comes with benefits. The Lead Lifeguard will assist with facility operations, facility maintenance, administrative task, staff trainings and all other duties as necessary or required. Interested? Please click the link below for more information and/or to

Adams County Festival of Lights Map

There are hundreds of holiday light displays in Adams County. Here’s a list of some of the most popular. Click here to share your favorite house, storefront, or apartment display. Here are some of the favorite light displays: Address City 105 E. Middle St. Gettysburg 1 Lincoln Square Gettysburg 18 S. 4th St. Gettysburg 36

It’s Time to #ShopLocalinAdams

As the holiday shopping season approaches it is time to think local. The more we all spend in Adams County, the more opportunities we will all create for our economy to recover. And with many businesses hurting, our businesses desperately need a boost this year. Purchasing from one of the thousands of locally-owned businesses in

LOCAFLORA Design Opens in Gettysburg this Weekend with Local Flowers, Arrangements, Plants, and Botanical Gifts

Adams County resident Becca Muller is bringing her floral arranging skills and her love of natural and sustainable products to a new shop called LOCAFLORA Design in downtown Gettysburg. The shop is located across from the Rabbit Transit Center at 201 Carlisle St., Gettysburg. The warm and inviting boutique carries local flowers, plants, soaps, candles,

Laurel Holthause Wins Weekly Photo Contest

This week’s winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is Laurel Holthause for her photo of an attentive kitten in an antique window. It’s a great moment and a well-crafted snap. Congrats to Laurel! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift certificates awarded for monthly winners thanks to

Meghan O’Brien Wins Weekly Photo Contest

This week’s winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is Meghan O’Brien for her photo of Angela Sontheimer’s dog Birdie. Birdie loves to play ball and almost has this one in her mouth — but not quite yet. Congrats to Meghan! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift

Susan Henry Wins Weekly Photo Contest

This week’s winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is Susan Henry for her “Gourd Dance at The Gleaning Project: Amazing colors and markings..” Congrats to Susan! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift certificates awarded for monthly winners thanks to the Adams County Arts Council.

Republicans Sweep In a “Pristine” Adams County Election

After two long days of counting, Adams County election officials this afternoon announced the results of the 2020 general election. It was an important contest in which over 77 percent of registered Adams County voters cast a ballot, and in which Republicans won every race. Overall 56,007 ballots were cast of which 18,766 were mail-in  

Gettysburg Connection Seeks $2,500 To Expand its Education Reporting in the Time of COVID-19

Over the past decades our country has seen many news organizations decline or close because they were too dependent on advertisers. At Gettysburg Connection we do it differently. We are of the community, and by the community. We are independent of any corporate interests. The Connection relies on contributions from people like you to power

2020 Election: Adams County PA Candidate Profiles

Gettysburg Connection asked each of the local candidates running for office in the November 3, 2020 general election to answer a short questionnaire about their qualifications for office. Below are the responses we received. Despite multiple attempts to reach them, we have not heard from incumbent candidates John Joyce, Doug Mastriano, or Torren Ecker. Dan

Palma Imbro Wins Weekly Photo Contest

This week’s winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is Palma Imbro for the lovely and vibrant “My Fall Photo from Boyer’s Nursery.” Congrats to Palma! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift certificates awarded for monthly winners thanks to the Adams County Arts Council.

Please Support The Connection: $50/year or $5/month goes farther than you think

Support the Connection by Becoming a Subscriber All Gettysburg Connection content is always free of charge to everyone, but perhaps you would like to contribute to our mission. Your contribution will help us create more stories covering more aspects of Adams County and develop more new features. Your contribution supports Gettysburg Connection’s mission to provide

2021 Adams County PA Municipal Election Information

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2021 Adams County PA Municipal Election Information The Connection reports on local candidates and voting procedures for municipal, state, and federal elections. Oct 18: Last day to register before the November election Oct 26: Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot Nov. 2: Last day to receive mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must

2020 Election: Adams County PA Candidate Profiles

Gettysburg Connection asked each of the local candidates running for office in the November 3, 2020 general election to answer a short questionnaire about their qualifications for office. Below are the responses we received. Despite multiple attempts to reach them, we have not heard from incumbent candidates John Joyce, Doug Mastriano, or Torren Ecker. Dan

Jorey Bardin Wins Monthly Photo Contest

This winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest for September is 14-year-old Jorey Bardin, for his photo of a winter day in Gettysburg. Bardin took on a trip to Gettysburg in January of this year. He was impressed by the atmosphere of the area and appreciates the history he witnessed. Congrats Jorey! Please check out

Jordyn Horowitz ’22: Flying Above the Net

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE Jordyn Horowitz ’22 is a high-flying hitter on the volleyball court and one of the top student-athletes across Gettysburg College in the classroom. Away from campus, however, volleyball and academics take a back seat as the junior from East Brunswick, N.J., seeks to make an impact helping others and advancing her career goals

Men’s Soccer Supports Soccer Without Borders

MSOC_SWB_2019 For the past several years, the Gettysburg College men’s soccer team has partnered with Soccer Without Borders (SWB), an organization that assists refugees in transitioning to life in America. Founded in 2006, SWB has served youth from more than 75 nations worldwide with head coach Mark Mettrick‘s involvement with the organization starting 10 years

Photo of the Day

Today’s photo is of two monarchs on a tithonia flower during a late summer afternoon in Gettysburg. Please send us your pics! We’ll enter you in the photo contest. Gift certificates awarded monthly thanks to the Adams County Arts Council.

Liz Chronister Wins Monthly Photo Contest

This winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest for August is Liz Chronister, for her photo of a ‘Teddy Bear’ sunflower. Congrats to Liz! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift certificates awarded monthly thanks to the Adams County Arts Council.

Gettysburg College Reports 33 New Cases of COVID-19, Citing a “Concerning Pattern Shift”

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[An update to this story is available here] Gettysburg College has reported on its website that at 33 new cases of COVID-19 have been identified among students as a result of the second round of testing completed Monday through Wednesday last week. Associate Director of Communications Mike Baker confirmed that some students who have tested

David A. Simons Wins Weekly Photo Contest

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This weeks’ winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is David A. Simons, for his  photo of a civil war soldier preparing for deployment.  Congrats to David! Please check out all of the past winners, and send us your pics! Gift certificates awarded monthly thanks to the Adams County Arts Council.

Brenda Glass Wins Weekly Photo Contest

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This weeks’ winner of the Gettysburg Connection photo contest is Brenda Glass, for her fiery photo of a battlefield monument. I chose the photo because it so well captured the heat of the moment — both the controversy about the battlefield monuments and the heat wave. Congrats to Brenda! Please check out all of the

Armed Militia At Gettysburg Monuments on July 4

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Hundreds of members of various militia groups and organizations, many armed with pistols and rifles, gathered in the Gettysburg National Military Park on Saturday July 4. The groups, which included members with Confederate flags, converged in increasing numbers throughout the day, gathering at monuments on West Confederate Avenue and the National Cemetery. Many of the

Two Gettysburg Land Parcels Move to Park Service

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During a visit to Gettysburg National Military Park (GNMP) last week, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt awarded a $573,000 Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) to acquire two tracts for the park. Map by Curt Mussleman “The American Battlefield Protection Program (ABPP) funding will enable the

Coronavirus Updates: What is Open at Gettysburg Military National Park?

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Gettysburg National Military Park is following national and state guidelines as the state of Pennsylvania uses a phase approach to reopen businesses, organizations, and events, Here is the latest information we are aware of (Please leave a comment for questions, updates, or clarifications) Park grounds, roads, trails, and parking areas: OPEN Licensed Battlefield Guides: OPEN

Gettysburg Connection Participates in National Campaign Supporting Local News

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Gettysburg Connection is excited to be participating in #GivingNewsday, a campaign to bring neighbors together to subscribe, give, and otherwise support our newsroom’s coverage, especially during the health crisis. Gettysburg Connection is working tirelessly to provide essential coverage to keep Adams County safe and informed. The workload required to accurately and completely report on the

Count Your College Kids in the Right Place!

Hi Adams County neighbors! If your college students are home because their school closed due to COVID-19, please make sure you know where to count them on the 2020 Census. Since they are home only because their school closed, they should still be counted “where they usually live and sleep most of the time.” This

How to Make a CDC-Approved Face Mask: Sew and No-sew patterns

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The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission. CDC also advises the use of simple cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus and help

Local Acts Play All-Original Music for 5SAFE Festival Saturday

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Twelve musical groups, of various styles and background, will be performing their original music in downtown Gettysburg on Saturday. The free event, known as 5SAFE, will occur at four locations in town, each located within a short walk of the Gettysburg square. Each of the four sites will have three performers, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Win a Pair of Tickets to “Romeo and Juliet” at the Gettysburg Community Theatre

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It’s February, the month for lovers and valentines, and the Connection is giving away ​two tickets to “Romeo and Juliet,” playing at the ​Gettysburg Community Theatre ​February 14 – 23.​ “Romeo and Juliet” is Shakespeare’s timeless classic about young love embedded in a long-standing family feud. The star-crossed lovers grow up quickly in their world

Women’s Lacrosse : Women’s Lacrosse Fourth in IWLCA Preseason Poll

WLAX_Team_Ithaca_2019 The Gettysburg College women’s lacrosse team maintained its hold on a top-five billing in the national polls as the Bullets were picked fourth in the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Division III Coaches Preseason Poll released on Monday, Jan. 27.   Gettysburg has been ranked among the top five teams in every IWLCA

Men’s Swimming : Yancey Earns Second CC Weekly Accolade

Oliver Yancey was named the Centennial Conference Men’s Swimmer of the Week. – Junior Oliver Yancey (Wallingford, Pa./Strath Haven) from the Gettysburg College men’s swimming team was named the Centennial Conference Men’s Swimming Athlete of the Week for the second time this season.   Yancey continued his breakout season by picking up four wins in

Men’s Lacrosse : Men’s Lacrosse Picked Ninth in USILA Preseason Poll

2019 Men’s Lacrosse huddle pt 3 The Gettysburg College men’s lacrosse team was selected ninth by the coaches in the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) Division III Preseason Poll released Tuesday, Jan. 28.   Gettysburg cracked the top 10 with 190 points, edging out No. 10 Wesleyan (Conn.) University by five. Salisbury University claimed

Women’s Track & Field : Women’s Track Opens 2020 with Meet at F&M

Pienkos_Action_2019 LANCASTER, Pa. – The Gettysburg College women’s track & field team competed in its first meet of 2020 at the Coach I Open at Franklin & Marshall College on Saturday. The Bullets officially opened the indoor season back on Dec. 7, 2019, at F&M. Gettysburg’s Top Performers Georgia Larzelere ’22 (Medford, N.J./Shawnee) 800-Meter Run

Women’s Swimming : Crilly, Moss Lead Gettysburg Past Mary Washington

Kate Crilly competes in the 100 freestyle. Senior Kate Crilly (Shrewsbury, N.J./Ranney School) contributed to four wins and freshman Talia Moss (Toronto, Ontario/Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute) swept the breaststroke races as Gettysburg College (8-0) remained unbeaten with a 141-121 non-conference victory at the University of Mary Washington (8-3) on Saturday. Gettysburg’s Top Performers Kate Crilly

Wrestling : Bullets Drop Pair of CC Duals

Ray Martin works for back points Gettysburg College (8-9, 0-3 CC) dropped a pair of duals to two of the best teams in the Centennial Conference this season, falling to Washington & Lee University (11-5, 2-1 CC) 40-3 and No. 21 Muhlenberg College (16-2, 4-0 CC) 29-19 Saturday afternoon inside Bream Gym. Washington & Lee

Men’s Track & Field : Sheldon Captures Win at F&M

Sam Sheldon Running Indoors LANCASTER, Pa. – Senior Sam Sheldon (Tully, N.Y./Tully) moved into eighth all-time after capturing his first indoor victory in the mile at the Coach I Open, which was hosted by Frank & Marshall College, while other Bullets displayed strong performances in their second meet of the season on Saturday. No team

Men’s Basketball : Second Half Rally Falls Short at Muhlenberg

Nick Lord shooting the ball vs Southern Virginia After trailing by eight-points at intermission, Gettysburg College (10-7, 4-6 CC) rallied its way back in the second half, but a strong shooting performance propelled Muhlenberg College (13-4, 6-4 CC) to take the Centennial Conference men’s basketball contest, 71-55. Top Performers – Gettysburg – Nick Antolini ’20

Women’s Basketball : Gehrin Paces No. 20 Gettysburg Past Johns Hopkins

Ashley Gehrin shots a jumper against Johns Hopkins. Senior Ashley Gehrin (Chester, N.J./West Morris Mendham) scored 11 of her game-high 19 points in the second half to lift the 20th-ranked Gettysburg College (15-1, 11-0 CC) women’s basketball team to its 15th-straight victory against Centennial Conference oppponent Johns Hopkins University (10-6, 7-4 CC) Wednesday night inside

Wrestling : Devlin Scores Win No. 100, Bullets Earn Three Dual Victories

Colin Devlin has his hand raised Senior Colin Devlin (Dresher, Pa./Upper Dublin) became the seventh Gettysburg College wrestler to reach 100 career wins and the Bullets earned three dual victories at the Penn College Duals Saturday afternoon.  Gettysburg 25, Penn College 23* 125: Ethan Greenberg (G) won by forfeit (6-0)          133: Ryan Bauer (P) major

Women’s Basketball : No. 22 Gettysburg Dials Deep in Win against Washington

Kiera Cesareo shooting a jumper against Washington College. Four players registered double-figure scoring as 22nd-ranked Gettysburg College (14-1, 10-0 CC) tied a program record 14 made three-pointers as the Bullets claimed their 14th straight win by taking down Centennial Conference opponent Washington College (6-10, 3-8 CC), 83-53, on Saturday afternoon in women’s basketball action. Top

Men’s Basketball : Shoremen Top Bullets in Double OT Battle

Avery Close rises up for a two-handed dunk against Washington. Junior Alex Leder (Bethesda, Md./Bullis) and senior Nick Lord (Millersville, Pa./Penn Manor) hit game-tying shots in regulation and overtime, respectively, but Washington College’s Daniel Brown banked in a three-pointer with 2.2 seconds left in double-overtime to send the Shoremen past Gettysburg College 100-99 in an

Weekend Update – January 17, 2020

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Weekend Update – January 17, 2020   Dear Neighbor, Here’s a snapshot of some of the many activities available for your enjoyment this weekend around Adams County. Please check the calendar for a full events listing. Calendar of Current Art Exhibitions. Enjoy your weekend in Adams County Film Friday Little Women 4:00 p.m. Gettysburg Majestic

Women’s Basketball : No. 22 Gettysburg Holds on for Victory at Dickinson, Davis Reaches 100 Wins

Women’s basketball in a huddle against Bryn Mawr The 22nd-ranked Gettysburg College women’s basketball team won its 13th straight, and head coach Nate Davis picked up his 100th career victory as the Bullets held on for the 62-52 Centennial Conference decision at Dickinson College Wednesday night inside Kline Gymnasium.  Top Performers – Gettysburg – Ashley

Men’s Basketball : Men’s Basketball Closes Strong at Dickinson

NA Dickinson College (1-13, 1-6 CC) sliced a 14-point deficit down to two with just over five minutes to go against Gettysburg College (10-4, 4-3 CC), but the visiting Bullets refused to bow and out-scored the Red Devils 21-4 over the final 5:15 to claim a 68-49 victory in Centennial Conference men’s basketball action inside

Moss Earns Second Weekly Award

Talia Moss was named the Centennial Conference Athlete of the Week in women’s swimming. – Freshman Talia Moss (Toronto, Ontario/Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute) was named the Centennial Conference Women’s Swimming Athlete of the Week for the second time this season it was announced on Tuesday, Jan. 14.   Moss accounted for three individual wins and

Nonemaker Grabs Weekly Honor Again

Sam Nonemaker was named the Centennial Conference Men’s Swimmer of the Week. – Sophomore Sam Nonemaker (Shippensburg, Pa./Shippensburg) was named the Centennial Conference Men’s Swimming Athlete of the Week for the second time this season it was announced on Tuesday, Jan. 14.   Nonemaker led a dominant win by Gettysburg College against Catholic University by

Gettysburg Suffers Setback at Haverford

Nick Antolini dribbling the ball against Ursinus The Gettysburg College (9-4, 3-3 CC) men’s basketball team suffered a 94-65 setback at Centennial Conference opponent Haverford College (11-2, 6-0 CC) on Saturday afternoon.   Top Performers – Gettysburg – Nick Antolini ’20 (Babylon, N.Y./Babylon) – 20 points, 8-15 FG, 3 assists, 2 steals – Avery Close ’21

Bullets Make Quick Work of Cardinals

Sam Nonemaker swims in the breaststroke race against Susquehanna. Sophomore Sam Nonemaker (Shippensburg, Pa./Shippensburg) won three individual events and Gettysburg College touched the wall first in all but one race on the way to a 182-79 win over Catholic University in non-conference men’s swimming action from the Bullets Pool Saturday.  Gettysburg’s Top Performers Sam Nonemaker

Gettysburg Dominates 2020 Opener

Talia Moss with hands on hips prior to her race. The Gettysburg College women’s swimming team won all 14 events and improved to 7-0 this season with a 204-58 non-conference win over Catholic University Sunday in the Bullets Pool.  Gettysburg’s Top Performers Kate Crilly ’20 (Shrewsbury, N.J./Ranney School) 50 Free – 1st (25.50) 100 Free