EASTON, Pa. – Katie McConnell, who begins her fourth season on College Hill as the head coach of the women's lacrosse program, has inked a contract extension that will keep her on the Fisher Stadium sideline through the 2026 season. 

"Katie and her staff are truly committed to the growth and development of our student-athletes," said Lafayette Director of Athletics Sherryta Freeman. "In addition, Katie has continued to emerge as a leader within our department in serving on various committees. We are excited that she has signed an extension and believe we are well positioned for future success."

McConnell is coming off a 2022 campaign which saw a youthful Leopard squad register victories over La Salle and conference foe Boston U. Olivia Cunningham '22 tallied her 100^th career point on College Hill under McConnell while Katie Chiasson earned a spot on the 2022 Academic All-Patriot League Team. 

The 2022 team was also honored for excellence in the classroom, named an Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Academic Honor Squad with seven individual members named to the Division I Honor Roll following the season.
 
"I could not be more excited and thankful to continue my time at Lafayette. I am extremely grateful for all of President Hurd's and Sherryta Freeman's support. We would not be where we are today without the dedication and commitment from our players, their families, our alumni and administration," McConnell said. "I look forward to continuing upon what we have created here and the future success it will bring. It is a great time to be a part of Lafayette Lacrosse and I look forward to what is to come!"

The Leopards open their season on Feb. 15 at Delaware.