About Fr. Victor F. Leeber, S.J.
Fr. Victor F. Leeber, S.J. was perhaps one of the most prominent figures in the history of Fairfield University. His tenure began in 1947 as he joined the faculty as a language instructor and an academic advisor.

Best known for his love of athletics, Fr. Leeber asked for and received permission to start a cross country and track & field program in 1948. He was named the head coach of the cross country team and served in that capacity until 1950.

Fr. Leeber remained active in the athletic department, as he was the team chaplain for both the men's basketball and football teams until his retirement.

Officially dubbed the “Father of Sports” at Fairfield, Fr. Leeber was inducted into the Fairfield University Alumni Association Athletics Hall of Fame in 1992. Fr. Leeber passed away in August 2009 at the age of 87.

About Fr. W. Laurence O'Neil, S.J.
Fr. W. Laurence O'Neil, S.J., was the Stags' chaplain and a counselor to Fairfield's student-athletes. Fr. O'Neil joined the Fairfield community in 1955 when he began working at Fairfield Prep. In 1972, he was appointed the Director of Career Counseling at Fairfield University, a position he held for 15 years. 

Fr. O'Neil also spent seven years as the Dean of Students and worked as the International Student Advisor. He joined the Athletics staff in 2006 where he was beloved by student-athletes, coaches, and staff alike.  He passed away in October 2009.

GPS Address: 1073 North Benson Rd., Fairfield, CT 06824

Directions to Campus
From I-95 South: Take Exit 22 (Round Hill Road) which is also an exit for a rest area. Stay right on the exit and proceed to stop sign. Go straight through the stop sign to the end of road. Make left onto North Benson Road. Continue on North Benson Road to Fairfield University Main Entrance and turn left.

From I-95 North: Take Exit 22 (North Benson Road). Turn right onto North Benson Road. Follow to Fairfield University main entrance and turn left.

From Merritt Parkway: Take Exit 44. Follow Rt. 58 South (Black Rock Turnpike). Proceed two miles to Stillson Road (Rt. 135), where you will see the Angus Steak House on the corner. Turn right onto Stillson and bear left onto North Benson Road at second traffic light. The University's main entrance is one mile on the right.

Parking on Campus
Fans are asked to park on campus at the Kelley Center across from Alumni Hall (Loyola Drive) or in the Rafferty Stadium parking lot (Leeber Road). There are designated handicapped parking spaces for those with the proper permits in all parking lots on campus. Parking is on a first come, first serve basis, and all visitors to Fairfield University shall park at their own risk. Please observe all parking signs as it relates to handicapped, reserved and specialized parking.

Local Dining

Jersey Mike's Subs
Dolan's Corner Shopping Center
2189 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 612-5252

Garden Catering
2074 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 870-8444

Panera Bread
2320 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 373-7761

Moe's Southwest Grill
Dolan's Corner Shopping Center
2267 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 873-0776

B.Good
1460 Post Rd.
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 292-8970

Chipotle
Kings Crossing Shopping Center
340 Grasmere Ave.
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 255-7665

Pronto Chopped Salads, Wraps, and Pizza
Brick Walk
1241 Post Rd.
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 955-1509

Subway
Fairfield Woods Plaza
2341 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06824