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    Coach's Note

    During the 2025 season, under the direction of fourth-year Head Coach Paul Crowley, the Captains finished the year with a 10-1 record, their fourth winning season in a row. CNU advanced to the NCAA Tournament in 2025 for the 12th time in the 24-season history of the program and the second time since 2014. Powered by one of the best offenses in program history, the Captains set a school record scoring 45.1 points per game. Once again, CNU ranked in the top-20 nationally in attendance, welcoming in an average of 3,500 fans to TowneBank Stadium per game.

    Every gift makes a lasting difference in the experience we provide for our student-athletes at Christopher Newport. This past year, our top priority was completing the renovation of our football locker room and with your support, we made that happen. Because of you, we have been able to create a first class environment for our players and strengthen our program for years to come. Your investment helps provide us the facilities, resources, and opportunities our student-athletes deserve. Together, we can make Christopher Newport the premier destination to play Division III football.

    We hope to see you in the stands at TowneBank Stadium to cheer on the Captains this fall!  

    Join our community of champions and support CNU Football!

    Go Captains!

    Paul Crowley 
    Head Football Coach

    Christopher Newport University Champion's Club
    The Champions Club is an Athletic Giving Society for donors who make a gift of $25 or more to any area of CNU Athletics.

    If you are a recent alum (2023-2026), there is a special component of the Champions Club just for you!
     

    Donor Benefits

    Christopher Newport University President's Parent and Family Council
    • $1,000: Blue Tier ($70 of your gift is non-charitable)
    • $2,500: Silver Tier ($250 of your gift is non-charitable)
    • $5,000: Platinum Tier ($260 of your gift is non-charitable)

    Donor Benefits

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    Questions?

    Have questions about how you can make a difference for CNU Athletics? Please contact:

    Mary-Margaret Wells
    Director of Parent and Family and Athletic Development 
    mary-margaret.wells@cnu.edu
    757-594-8590