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Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division III
Conference
New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC)
School Colors
Garnet and white
Men Playing Varsity Sports
333 - 41 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
255 - 30 %
College Prowler Take
IM sports are almost as big, if not bigger, than varsity sports at Bates. The football team has a less-than-stellar record, but Nordic skiing, squash, basketball, and club ice hockey enjoy more success. Generally, IM sports are the school’s main attraction, though they can go unnoticed by people who aren’t actually playing them. Although a high percentage of Bates students participate in some kind of athletics, sports aren’t really a focus at the school. There is a sports scene on campus, with athletes hanging out together and supporting each other at games, but it by no means dominates life on campus. This is not to say that athletics aren’t important at Bates, but academics always take top priority. Thus, varsity sports at Bates are Division III, with the exception of Nordic skiing and squash, which are Division I. While this has led to a low profile concerning athletics at Bates, there is certainly no lack of opportunities for students to play. Between varsity, IM, and club sports, students with almost any level of interest can find something that suits them. Bates also offers a number of PE courses, such as yoga, ballroom dancing, indoor climbing, and RAD self-defense for women. Four PE credits are required to graduate, and these can be satisfied by taking PE courses or participating in other sporting options. Sorry guys, beer pong’s not included. Students Speak Out
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BatNM says: Bates College 2014 Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies  |
A lot of students play a varsity...
A lot of students play a varsity sport on campus, but the culture itself isn't so big. Students flock to bleachers for big rivalry games only.
Athletics: March 19, 2009
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BatAF says: Bates College 2016 Social Sciences |
Basketball and hockey games are...
Basketball and hockey games are popular. The football team sucks and is a waste of money. The track, sailing, and crew teams tend to have a pretty cohesive group, as does lacrosse. There are IM sports, but you won't get PE credit, which is totally lame.
Athletics: February 18, 2009
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BatAC says: Bates College 2014 Biological and Biomedical Sciences |
A lot of people play sports at...
A lot of people play sports at Bates but not necessarily always varsity sports. We've got a lot of club teams like women's ice hockey, rugby, ski racing (in addition to our DI team), and Frisbee. IM sports are also pretty popular and offer a wide variety of choices.
Athletics: February 16, 2009
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BatRL says: Bates College 2014 Psychology |
At Bates, it completely depends on...
At Bates, it completely depends on the sport. Men's basketball is huge—they get a huge turnout for games, and people get pretty into it. Football, however, not so much. The team isn't great, so people don't pay much attention. IMs are pretty big, though, because anybody can participate.
Athletics: February 15, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
I’ve never been to a sports game...
I’ve never been to a sports game at Bates. |
FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Alpine skiing
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Nordic skiing
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
- Track and field
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Field hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Skiing
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Volleyball
Intramurals
- Basketball (3-on-3, 5-on-5)
- Bowling
- Broomball
- Flag football (4 on 4)
- Frisbee
- Ice hockey
- Racquetball
- Soccer (indoor and outdoor)
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wallyball
Club Sports
- Ballroom dance
- Equestrian
- Fencing (men's and women's)
- Ice Hockey (men’s and women’s)
- Rugby (men's and women's)
- Sailing
- Skydiving
- Ultimate Frisbee (men’s and women’s)
- Volleyball (men's)
- Water polo (men's and women's)
Gyms and Facilities
- Alumni Gymnasium - The Alumni Gymnasium is where Bates’ basketball and volleyball teams play; it is also the location for many school functions. The NCAA rated Alumni Gym as one of the most difficult gyms in the country for opponents to play in, largely because of the gym’s intimate atmosphere, which gives Bates teams a serious home-court advantage. The Alumni Gym is also the site of most physical education offices.
- Clifton Gray Athletic Building - Most students know this building only as the Gray Cage; it is also the location for many school functions, such as Gala. The Cage is used for intramural sports and indoor team practices. It also serves as a multipurpose building where many large campus gatherings are held. These include major concerts and dances, as well as the Taste of Lewiston-Auburn.
- Merrill Gymnasium - This is a large building that holds the school’s indoor track and swimming pool. The indoor track and field were just resurfaced summer of 2008 with Mondo, a material the professionals run on. It also has six squash courts, two racquetball/ squash courts, and four tennis courts. Many of the school’s physical education courses are held in the multipurpose room in Merrill, and it also has a small workout room, newly furnished with treadmills, stationary bikes, and ellipticals.
- Underhill Arena - Like many athletic buildings at Bates, the Underhill Arena has more than one function and is also used for events. Its main use, however, is the hockey rink. This building was finished in 1995 and holds a 200-by-85 foot ice rink, with the Davis Fitness Center upstairs. The Davis Fitness Center houses limited cardiovascular machines and new weight-training equipment. Davis is more equipped for free-weight training.
- Wallach Tennis Center - Wallach consists of eight plexi-cushion outdoor courts, all of which can be lit at night, with stadium seating at each end. These courts were first used in 2000 and are used in conjunction with the indoor courts in Merrill Gymnasium.
Athletic Fields
Campus Avenue Field, Garcelon Field, Lafayette Street Field, Leahey Baseball Field
Getting Tickets
All Bates sporting events are free, with the exception of some NCAA events, and there is seldom any difficulty finding seats, even at major games.
Most Popular Sports
The Bates football team is something of a joke, but the school’s basketball team is very popular, often playing for a full house. Lacrosse and club ice hockey games are also very well-attended IM teams, particularly basketball, soccer, hockey and softball, are popular, with many students participating and going to matches. The Outing Club has a large membership; many students take advantage of the hiking opportunities available in Maine.
Most Overlooked Teams
Track and field, squash (because they compete off campus).
Best Place to Take a Walk
For a short on-campus walk, there is a path around Lake Andrews, also known as The Puddle, that is popular among both students and Lewiston residents. Off campus, there is a path along the Androscoggin River, which is about a 10 or 15 minute walk from Bates. Thorncraig Bird Sanctuary is about a half-hour walk away, and it has a number of trails and an excellent view of Mount Washington. Mount David is a popular place to watch the sun rise and set.
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