While their classmates were relaxing on the Green or hanging out with friends, some seniors athletes spent hours in training.These dedicated athletes have led Dartmouth's teams to success. Dion Del Monte Dion Del Monte '95 has been described by his teammates and coaches as an outstanding talent, a natural leader, and above all, a fierce competitor.
The 1994-95 season was a year of records for Dartmouth sports, with several teams experiencing success they had never before achieved. While some teams struggled, particularly the men's teams, this past year was perhaps the best year for women's sports since Dartmouth became coeducational in 1972. Overall, the Big Green sports teams had seasons of ups and downs, joy and frustration, bitter disappointments and satisfying rewards. Men's Football The gridironers entered the 1994 campaign looking to continue the success the team enjoyed under the leadership of quarterback Jay Fiedler '94, who led the team to three Ivy League championships in his four years with the team. With new QB Ren Riley '96 calling the shots, the Big Green opened up the season at 3-2, including a thrilling 14-13 come-from-behind victory over Yale on Homecoming Weekend.