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Athletic Association
  • NAA
  • NCAA
Athletic Division NCAA Division I-A
Athletic Conferences Football: Atlantic Coast Conference
Basketball: Atlantic Coast Conference
School Colors Maroon and gold
School Nickname Eagle
Men Playing Varsity Sports 343 - 7%
Women Playing Varsity Sports 344 - 7%
Students Receiving Athletic Financial Aid Football: 84
Basketball: 24
Baseball: 16
Cross Country/Track: 22
Other Sports: 181

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Sports are huge at BC! Football, basketball, and hockey are the three big sports at BC, and pretty much everyone is in tune to how the teams are doing. Tailgating for football games is the highlight of many BC students’ experiences. Here, alumni, parents, and students run rampant through campus on the morning of the game, enjoying fall, food, and flavored beer. The spirit in the stadium is palpable and a total rush for any sports fan. BC prides itself on its athletic program, so you’re bound to catch a solid basketball, hockey, or football season. Lesser-known sports excel but don’t receive the same attention the big three. Intramural sports are also major at BC, with hundreds of people lining up on sign-up day for spots on the teams. Word to the wise: Get there early, or you could lose your chance at playing!

If you’re not into sports, BC might not be a great place for you. You certainly don’t have to get into sports, but you might feel a little left out as everyone revs up for game day and you don’t really care. There’s always the option of going to the games just to hang out with people, which can be fun and doesn’t require actually knowing the rules or caring about sports.

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Athletics at Boston College

rconcepcion

'15

Computer Science

4.2
A-

Boston College: Very Athletic School

Athletics at BC are important. Football season is full of excitement especially the fan support at the games and the cheers. The team performance is not the best but the students like to socialize at the games, they don't really pay attention to what's happening on the field. Athletic facilities are very good, well-kept. Athletes get a lot of resources with academic help and their own workout gym.

Jan 11, 2012

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Athletics at Boston College

spozo93

'15

Economics

3.1
B-

Fan Support

poor fan support, they leave the stadium before the half of the game began if the are losing

Dec 26, 2011

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Athletics at Boston College

decksd

'15

English

3.1
B-

Lack of Support for Athletics

I really wish there was more athletic support on campus. Football games are attending just for the tailgate, and many students don't even make it to the game. Those that do tend to leave before half time so the student section looks empty and kind of a joke.

Lots of students attend the hockey games since BC is nationally ranked. The BC vs BU rivalry is lots of fun.

Basketball games are notoriously empty, but a new student group Donohue's Disciplies, is trying to bring back spirit to the games.

Dec 02, 2011

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How popular are intramurals and club sports?

How would you describe the athletic facilities?

Facts

Men's Varsity Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Fencing
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Ice hockey
  • Sailing
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
Women's Varsity Sports
  • Basketball
  • Fencing
  • Field hockey
  • Golf
  • Ice hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Sailing
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Volleyball
Intramurals
  • Badminton
  • Basketball (men’s, women’s)
  • Dodgeball
  • Flag football
  • Golf
  • Racquetball (men's, women's)
  • Soccer
  • Softball (men's, women's)
  • Tennis (men's, women's)
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball (men's, women's)
  • Wiffleball
Club Sports
  • Crew
  • Cycling
  • Equestrian
  • Field hockey
  • Figure skating
  • Golf
  • Ice hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Squash
  • Tennis
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Water polo
Athletic Fields & Facilities
  • Conte Forum
  • Flynn Recreation Complex

Most Popular Sports

Hockey, football, basketball

School Spirit

Students at BC have a ton of school spirit! Everyone is proud of all of the athletic teams, especially football, basketball, and hockey. Almost every student owns (and constantly wears!) BC apparel, and on game days, the campus is a sea of maroon and gold. Sporting events are huge, and students like to paint their faces, bodies, and even hair. Come to a football game, and you’ll see for yourself!

Getting Tickets

You will need tickets to go to the games, and almost everyone gets season tickets. To buy tickets, call (617) 552-GoBC.

Best Place to Take a Walk

In the Dustbowl or around the Reservoir. The Plex also has an indoor track for when it’s rainy out.

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Major: Communications with Women's Studies minor

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