College unveils new intercollegiate team

Wells will add an intercollegiate softball program beginning in the spring semester of 2000, according to Lyn LaBar, the college's athletics administrator.

"This is an exciting step for Wells and demonstrates the college's commitment to the athletic program. We believe participation in intercollegiate competition greatly enhances the overall educational experience of our students," said LaBar.

Wells currently offers the following intercollegiate sports: field hockey, soccer, tennis, swimming, and lacrosse. The college competes at the NCAA Division III level and is a member of the Atlantic Women's College Conference (AWCC) and the New York State Women's Collegiate Athletic Association (NYSWCAA).

"We are excited to add softball because both high school students considering Wells and current students have expressed enthusiasm for the creation of a softball team," said Dean of Students Susan H. Ryan.

Kristy Baley, a first-year student at Wells from Waterloo, New York, is pleased the college has announced this new program. She currently is a member of the college's soccer team. "I think adding the softball team is a very good idea especially because it will increase students' athletic options in the spring semester," she said.