SALEM, West Virginia - Before completely moving on to the preparations for the 2025-2026 seasons for Salem Athletics, there is still time to take a look back at all the highlights from all 14 varsity sports for the Salem University Tigers. 

• Men's Water Polo

  • The Salem Tigers men's water polo team capped off a landmark 2024 season with a 20–4 overall record, a Western Water Polo Association (WWPA) Championship, and their second-ever trip to the NCAA Tournament. Under head coach Rob Bullion—named WWPA Coach of the Year for the second time—Salem dominated the Division II landscape, going undefeated in WWPA regular-season play and sweeping through the conference tournament in Irvine, California. The Tigers defeated UC Merced, Biola, and Concordia in the postseason to claim the conference crown. Senior utility standout Nikola Krstonosic led the charge, earning ACWPC Division II Player of the Year and the prestigious NCAA Elite 90 Award. He was joined by junior Marko Zivojinovic, a First Team All-American, and standout goalkeeper Duarte Costa, who earned All-America honorable mention. The Tigers' season concluded in the NCAA Tournament with a hard-fought loss to top-seeded UCLA, but Salem cemented itself as one of the nation's premier small-college water polo programs, setting the stage for continued success in 2025.

• Men's Soccer

  • The Salem Tigers men's soccer team wrapped up the 2024 season with a 4–12–2 record in a rebuilding year under first-year head coach Greg Gilmore. Despite a tough home slate, the Tigers showed resilience on the road, highlighted by a 4–1 win at Shaw and a 2–2 draw at Davis & Elkins. The team averaged 1.78 goals per game and showed offensive promise in several matchups, though consistency remained a challenge. With a young roster gaining experience and flashes of potential throughout the season, Salem looks to build on its foundation heading into 2025.

• Women's Soccer

  • The Salem Tigers women's soccer team endured a challenging 2024 campaign, finishing 0–18 overall. Goalkeeper Sarah Cabrera delivered standout performances, including a 19-save effort against Fairmont State. While the season was marked by struggles, the team showed flashes of defensive grit and determination. Looking ahead, Salem is poised to begin a new chapter with the hiring of head coach Pedro Rodrigues, whose leadership brings renewed optimism for a turnaround in 2025.

• Women's Volleyball

  • The Salem Tigers women's volleyball team finished the 2024 season with a 5–24 overall record. Offensively, the Tigers averaged just 9.2 kills per set with a .120 hitting percentage, while defensively they recorded 14.7 digs and 0.8 blocks per set. Though a lot of rough final results, the team showed resilience and moments of promise throughout the year. Looking ahead, Salem is set to join the Peach Belt Conference as an associate member in women's volleyball starting in fall 2025, providing new postseason opportunities and a more competitive slate moving forward.

• Men's Wrestling

  • The Salem Tigers men's wrestling team launched its inaugural 2024–25 season with a strong start, marking the university's return to collegiate wrestling after more than a century. Under head coach Cole Houser, the team earned its first dual win at the Carolina Clash with a 29–15 victory over Lincoln Memorial and celebrated its first home dual win against West Virginia Tech, 40–13. Competing in several invitationals and tournaments, key wrestlers like the program's first ever Mountain East Conference champion Sean Johnson and Seth Thomas made notable showings with top-five finishes at the NCAA Super Regional III. Building on this solid foundation, Salem's wrestling program is positioned for growth and increased competitiveness in the coming years.

• Men's Swimming

  • The men's team finished the season with a 3–3 overall record and a 2–3 mark in conference competition. They opened the season at the West Virginia State Games in Morgantown, where they faced strong competition. Notable performances included victories over Davis & Elkins and Wheeling, showcasing the team's growing competitiveness. The Tigers also participated in the Malone Invitational and the Fairmont State Duals, gaining valuable experience against established programs. The team also competed at the Mountain East Conference Championship for the first time this season, and saw strong performances from Elias Maurer and Alvaro Arruga Moreno. 

• Women's Swimming

  •  The women's team concluded the season with a 1–5 overall record and a 0–5 record in conference meets. Their sole victory came against Davis & Elkins at the Fairmont State Duals. At the Mountain East Conference Championships, Cheyanne Rohde and Kiara Barnes both had strong showings. Despite the challenging season, the team demonstrated resilience and determination, laying the groundwork for future success.

• Men's Basketball

  • The Salem Tigers men's basketball team finished the 2024–25 season with a 6–22 overall record under second-year head coach Vince Thibodeau. The team kicked off the season with an impressive 107–91 win over Shippensburg but faced challenges throughout a tough schedule. Salem closed the season strong with a 77–68 road victory over Point Park, laying a foundation for growth and improvement in the coming year.

• Women's Basketball

  • The Salem Tigers women's basketball team concluded the 2024–25 season with a 1–27 overall record, including a 0–14 mark on the road and 0–1 at neutral sites. Despite the challenging season, the team demonstrated resilience and commitment throughout. Going into the 2025-2026 season, the Tigers are now under the direction of Corey Hines, who comes to Salem after successful stints at Glenville State and Fairmont Senior High School.

• Baseball

  • The Salem Tigers baseball team finished the 2025 season with a 26–25 record under second-year head coach Kassidy Gaines, highlighted by winning the USCAA Small College World Series Championship with an 8–3 victory over Penn State Mont Alto. The team showed strong offensive contributions from players like Aaron Forbes, Jose Lojo, and Ryder Costa, while the pitching staff, led by Conor Thiele and Eric Kovach, provided consistent performances throughout the year. Building on their championship momentum, the Tigers are positioned for continued growth and success in future seasons.

• Women's Tennis

  • The Salem Tigers women's tennis team finished the 2024–25 season with a strong 13–6 record under head coach Dennis McNaboe, highlighted by key wins over Davis & Elkins, Frostburg State, and West Virginia Wesleyan. Standout players like Erna Brdarevic, Galia Mezouar, and Dasha Korsakova consistently excelled in singles and doubles play. Facing tough competition from programs like Ashland and Slippery Rock, Salem earned the #5 overall seed in the NCAA Division II Atlantic Regional for the first time since 2019 where they fell in the first round to Fairmont Sate. 

• Men's Tennis

  • The Salem Tigers men's tennis team concluded the 2025 season with a 4–11 overall record under head coach Dennis McNaboe. The season commenced with a 4–3 victory over Ashland University. The team demonstrated resilience and determination throughout the season. Overall, the 2025 season provided valuable experience for the team, laying the groundwork for future growth and success.

• Softball

  • The Salem softball team finished with a 25-29 record and one of the strongest seasons the team has had in some time. They broke the single season win record, and head coach Steve Potts notched his 200th victory at the helm for the Tigers. Pitcher Kendall Lemley recorded her second career no-hitter on the road at Fairmont State, and the Tigers are looking primed to build on that success in the 2026 season. 

• Women's Water Polo

  • The Salem Tigers women's water polo team closed out the 2025 season with a 10–19 overall record, going 2–2 at home, 2–6 on the road, and 6–11 at neutral-site events, including a strong showing at the Indiana and Bruno Classics. They capped the season by hosting the WWPA Championship at Mylan Park, posting a 2–1 finish: falling to Cal State Monterey Bay (11–8), then rebounding with dominant wins over Cal Merced (13–3) and Gannon (17–6). In that finale, Courtney Repinz, Keri Brooks, Lucy Bramwell, Iris Oudshoorn, and Emily Low earned WWPA all-tournament or all-conference honors. The season's resilience and home‑tournament success provide a solid foundation as the Tigers build toward 2026.