BROAD RUN, Va. – The Patriot spirit was on full display Wednesday evening as George Mason Athletics hosted its Coaches Caravan at the Farm Brewery at Broad Run in Haymarket. Mason Athletics supporters and community members gathered for an opportunity to connect with Mason's head coaches and university leadership in a relaxed, festive setting.
Marvin Lewis, the university's assistant vice president and director of athletics, opened the program welcoming the crowd and touting the recent success of the Patriots programs, both academically and athletically.
"We had a truly historic year—both in the classroom and in competition," said Lewis. "Academically, Mason student-athletes achieved a 95% graduation rate across all schools and posted a cumulative 3.37 GPA across our 22 programs. That success is a direct reflection of our coaches, who emphasize academics, accountability, and the ultimate goal of graduating from Mason."
"Competitively, we captured five conference championships—the first time we've done so in more than 30 years. We are Northern Virginia's team, and we invite everyone to be part of this journey—by telling our story, supporting our student-athletes, and showing up for all 22 of our sports."
George Mason University President Dr. Gregory Washington was among the evening's special guests, joining Mason Nation to celebrate the momentum and growth across Mason Athletics.
"We are making tremendous progress in our athletics program, and it's no accident—it's the result of outstanding leadership from Marvin Lewis and our coaches," said Washington. "Athletics is the front door to the university, and we will continue to provide strong support to ensure its success."
The highlight of the night was a lively Q&A session featuring four of Mason's head coaches: women's basketball's Vanessa Blair-Lewis, men's basketball's Tony Skinn, baseball's Shawn Camp, and men's soccer's Rich Costanzo. Each coach shared insights into their programs, reflected on recent achievements, and looked ahead to the upcoming seasons.
The evening concluded with a spirited round of George Mason trivia, giving fans a chance to test their knowledge and earn prizes.
Mason Athletics extends a special thanks to our partners at George Mason's Science and Technology Campus, University Alumni Relations, and the Prince William County Chamber of Commerce for collaborating with Mason Athletics and helping us establish a strong presence in the region.
