Loyola University New Orleans athletics have remained active since mid-December, with Wolf Pack teams continuing conference play, recording program developments, and preparing for the spring portion of the 2025–26 season. As the fall semester concluded and the spring semester approached, multiple Loyola programs remained engaged in competition or administrative activity during the winter break.
The men’s basketball team competed in several games during the period. After the fall semester wrapped up, Loyola returned to action on Jan. 5, defeating Southern University at New Orleans 96–61. The Wolf Pack followed that result with a 68–62 loss to the University of Mobile on Jan. 8 in Southern States Athletic Conference play. The team continued its conference schedule following the winter break as the regular season moved into January, with upcoming games scheduled as part of SSAC competition.
The women’s basketball team also remained in conference play from mid-December through Jan. 11. During this stretch, Loyola recorded multiple victories, including an overtime win against Faulkner University on Jan. 10. The Wolf Pack extended a winning streak during this period while continuing SSAC play. As of Jan. 11, the team remained active in conference competition, with additional games scheduled as the season progressed further into January.
Loyola announced a leadership update within its volleyball program during this timeframe. On Jan. 7, the university named Jenna Ibieta head coach of both the indoor and beach volleyball teams. Ibieta previously served as an assistant coach with the program and was recognized as the SSAC Assistant Coach of the Year. The announcement outlined her role overseeing both volleyball programs as they prepare for upcoming seasons.
Several fall sports results continued to be recognized during this period. The men’s cross country team completed its season with a second-place finish at the SSAC Championship, with multiple runners earning All-Conference honors. The finish concluded the team’s fall competition schedule. The women’s golf team also wrapped up its fall season prior to the winter break, finishing ranked No. 10 nationally in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, according to national polls. The team was scheduled to resume competition during the spring semester.
In addition to ongoing competition, Loyola athletics announced future program developments. During this period, the university confirmed plans to add varsity men’s and women’s rugby programs, which are scheduled to begin competition in fall 2026. The announcement marked an expansion of Loyola’s athletic offerings and outlined the university’s plans to add new opportunities for student-athletes.
As of Jan. 11, Loyola athletic teams were either continuing regular-season competition or preparing for upcoming conference championships and spring schedules. Winter sports remained in season, while spring sports prepared to resume play later in the semester as Loyola athletics moved forward in the 2025–26 academic year.
