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Duquesne University - AthleticsCollege Prowler3.08
Comparable Schools'
Athletics Grades:
Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10
Northeast Conference in football
School Colors
Blue and red
Men Playing Varsity Sports
263 - 12 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
213 - 7 %
College Prowler Take
Most students are quick to point out the odd athletic situation at Duquesne: the basketball team is “not that good,” but the games are well attended, while the football team is “very good,” yet without much of a following. Beyond football and basketball, Duquesne offers a wide variety of varsity sports; however, they boast even lower attendance than football and basketball. The general consensus is that, except for the most hardcore of fans, few students concern themselves with sports at Duquesne. The Duq’s basketball games continue to remain a source of entertainment for many students. Other sports have very little following. Duquesne seems to recognize this and does not push attendance much. It seems that more alumni, local fans, and parents of players attend games than do students. Intramural and club sports are available and are well received. Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
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piratesmvp04 says: Duquesne University 2011 Biological and Biomedical Sciences  |
Basketball is the biggest sport...
Basketball is the biggest sport here. Our Duquesne Dukes made it to the A-10 conference Championship game, but we lost to Temple. We also made it to the NIT for the first time in 15 years but lost to Virginia Tech in double overtime. Our team is young and on the rise. We're going to be a really good team in the next few years.
Athletics: March 22, 2009
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Anonymous says: |
We have a good football team, but...
We have a good football team, but they’re basically the big bullies in their conference—no team can match them. I guess that’s why no one watches. The basketball team is in a good conference, but can’t keep up with the Atlantic 10. |
Anonymous says: |
There isn’t much school spirit for...
There isn’t much school spirit for sports. Good football team, but no one watches. Actually, most of the sports teams do well, but no one goes to the games! |
Anonymous says: |
We have intramural sports? I...
We have intramural sports? I wasn’t even aware. |
Anonymous says: |
Varsity sports aren’t well...
Varsity sports aren’t well attended. Basketball gets an okay turnout—whenever the coach comes to the dorms to ask people to come. The football team is good, but no one cares. My friends and I can be walking down A-Walk on a Sunday and barely notice the game. Everyone would rather watch the Steelers. |
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Duquesne University? FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Lacrosse
Intramurals
- Basketball (coed)
- Football (men’s)
- Racquetball (coed)
- Soccer (coed)
- Softball (coed)
- Squash (coed)
- Street hockey (men’s)
- Tennis (coed)
- Volleyball (coed)
Club Sports
- Cheerleading (women’s)
- Crew (men’s)
School Spirit
Duquesne students are very proud of their school. It is not uncommon to see half the student body sporting some article of Duquesne clothing. Athletic events could use a larger turnout, but solid fans are proud of their teams. Most students proudly answer, “Duquesne University,” when asked where they attend school. Alumni are scattered throughout the city and country, and they continue to remain proud of where they attended college—especially with the School of Law.
Getting Tickets
Tickets for sporting events are easy to get and often free for students. Football games are usually free, and basketball tickets are under $10 with a student ID. Other varsity sports can be watched without buying a ticket.
Most Popular Sports
Men’s basketball is the most popular sporting event at Duquesne. Football is not nearly as popular as men’s basketball, but the field is usually filled during home games.
Most Overlooked Teams
Duquesne’s football team and women’s lacrosse are highly overlooked. They are both skilled, yet they do not seem to carry much interest with most of the student body.
Best Place to Take a Walk
South Side, downtown
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