Athletics

Koda Chronicles: GVPD explosives dog works first Laker football game

Koda, a new member of the Grand Valley Police Department, worked her first Laker football game at the season opener September 11.

Sep 13, 2021


Grand Valley commemorates 20th anniversary of September 11 attacks

Events across Grand Valley's campus commemorated the 20th anniversary of September 11 and remembered those lost.

Sep 11, 2021


What fans should know about the Lakers' 2021 football season

The start of Grand Valley's 50th season of football will have to wait following the announcement the September 4 game with Edinboro is canceled due to COVID-19 protocols within the Edinboro program.

Aug 30, 2021


Johnson named head coach for Laker volleyball

Johnson replaces longtime Laker head coach Deanne Scanlon, who retired as the program's winningest coach.

Jul 27, 2021



Men's track and field team wins first national title

Members of the Laker men's track and field team won their first outdoor national championship May 29 on their home track.

Jun 1, 2021


Mantella says GVSU is positioned well for the future; update given on plan for racial equity and inclusion

Grand Valley is stronger and positioned well for the future after facing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, President Philomena V. Mantella said during an April 30 virtual Board of Trustees meeting.

Apr 30, 2021


Laker Athletics inks new deal with Cumulus Media

Grand Valley's Athletics Department has partnered with Cumulus Media to broadcast football, men's and women's basketball games, weekly shows and special events.

Apr 26, 2021


Diver earns two individual national championships

The women's swimming and diving team earned fifth place and the men's team took eighth at the national championships.

Mar 21, 2021


Women's track and field team wins third national championship

Even in a pandemic, Laker student athletes find a way to win national championships.

Mar 17, 2021