Widener University Athletics

Senior Nick Politarhos was named Widener's Male Athlete of the Year.  He was picked first team All-Middle Atlantic Conference after helping Widener's men's lacrosse team win its 13th MAC title and clinch its ninth trip to the NCAA Tournament.  He led the Pride with 27 caused turnovers and was tied for second with 43 ground balls.  The two-time Preseason Honorable Mention All-American also was named to the Philadelphia Inquirer Academic All-Area Team in 2009.