Catching Up with Lancers from the Past reconnects with former Longwood College and Longwood University student-athletes, faculty, staff and coaches. Lancers Past is an independently produced podcast not affiliated nor associated with Longwood University.
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In 1978, Longwood freshman Bev Harris' goal was to teach and coach. After earning her MS in sports medicine and teaching for seven years, she switched to her true love, emergency medical services. For the last 20 years, Bev's professional home is VCU Health's LIFEEVAC, first as a flight paramedic and then as a flight nurse. Respected among her peers, Bev is in her 40th year as a Nationally…
When former Longwood Associate AD Michelle Meadows introduced Alex Ricker-Gilbert as the new Director of Compliance in 2012, she said he was one of the bright young stars of college athletics. Now in 2026, Alex leads Jacksonville University (FL) as Senior VP and Athletic Director. In 10 years, he has built a student-centered athletic department with the help of a talented pipeline -- former…
This is part one of a two-part series. Over his three years at Longwood, Elijah Tucker's energetic dunks and excitement made him a fan favorite. Listen to ET talk about his basketball journey from weeks in the hospital and learning how to walk to discover his niche as a Big South Conference champion.
This is part two of a two-part series. Elijah talks about the art of screening from the post, playing with energy in front of hostile crowds, and his bond with Head Coach Ronnie Thomas. ET also previews his upcoming pro career with BK Opava in the Czech Republic.
This is part two of a two-part series. Former Longwood Pitcher Wyatt Bunch is country strong. The Northern Neck native learned how to maximize his talents and overcome limitations. As a 6-4, 180 senior in high school, he was mostly recruited by DIII schools. His gamble to attend DI Longwood produced long term success as the Lancers advanced to the championship game of the 2026 Big South tournament…
This is part one of a two-part series. At Longwood, Wyatt Bunch was far from an overnight success. Showing up on campus as a 6-4, 180-pound freshman pitcher, the Northern Neck native filled out to 6-4, 235 and evolved into an inspirational leader and mentor. As a senior in the 2026 Big South tournament, Wyatt's Lancers came out of the losers' bracket to force the winner take all championship game…
Rohn Brown received the Page Cook Axson McGaughy Lifetime Loyalty Award at Longwood University on June 5, 2026. The award is awarded periodically to honor alumni volunteer service to the university through active participation in alumni or university affairs, faithful and continued support in expanding the influence and prestige of Longwood University, and a history of philanthropic giving to…
Part one of a three-part series celebrates Hollis "Doc" Powers, former Longwood College (Va.) Athletic Trainer and Associate Professor. Former LC Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Martin "Mo" Schoepfer and Janice Powers (widow) celebrate Hollis's life at Longwood and beyond. "Doc" passed away on February 15, 2024.
Part two of a three-part series celebrates Hollis's "Doc" Powers, former Longwood College (Va.) Athletic Trainer and Associate Professor. Jennifer Jarrett, Powers' daughter, reflects on her time with her father at Longwood as a young girl. She remembers the student athletes, including her bubble blowing tutorial from Longwood Basketball legend Jerome Kersey. "Doc" passed away on February 15, 2024.
Part three of a three-part series celebrates Hollis "Doc" Powers, former Longwood College (Va.) Athletic Trainer and Associate Professor. Former Longwood soccer player, Steve McGurl describes his deep admiration and respect for Doc. McGurl also shares some of the infamous pranks between Doc and his team. "Doc" passed away on February 15, 2024.
