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If you crave the excitement and intensity of Division I-caliber athletics, do not come to Gettysburg. Sports are simply not a priority for most students at Gettysburg, and despite having perennially excellent men’s lacrosse and women’s field hockey teams, athletics generally fail to stir much excitement or support among the student body.

However, intramurals are a different story. They are very popular at the ‘Burg and are quite intense. Almost every student at Gettysburg ends up playing an intramural sport at one time or another, and many participate in multiple IMs year-round. Some safe bets for top-notch IMs are outdoor soccer in the fall, and softball and indoor soccer in the spring. Intramurals are a cheap and easy way to have fun, socialize, and get some exercise all at once. Club sports are sort of the hidden athletic treasure at the ‘Burg. They fall in-between varsity and intramurals in terms of intensity and fan support, and the games are usually quite competitive. Gettysburg competes against other schools in club sports, such as ultimate Frisbee and men’s and women’s rugby. Both due to the novelty of the sports and the earnest competition of the players, club sports can be quite enjoyable to watch, and they provide a unique weekend afternoon alternative to sitting at home or doing work.

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JohnyQuest1921

Psychology '15

2.3

C

Could Be Better

The best sports the Gettysburg has is the Women's Lax team. Most teams are very competitive in the Centinial Conference but you won't see any game or contest pack with fans. The football team host a big crowd on Homecoming/Family weekend but that is about it for big crowds. Students could support a lot more but they will ask a player how a game was at a frat party.

Jan 17, 2012

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pieogden

Health and Physical Fitness Education '14

3.8

B+

Student Involvment

because the burg is a small liberal arts college a good portion of the student body are student athletes. but for those who aren't or there sport is not in season there is not a huge support for the sports teams (except lacrosse). also another thing to remember is that schools that have between 2,000 and 5,000 students the stadium feels a lot like a high school sports team. although it is at a higher level there is less school spirit than a D1 school. but dont get school spirit mixed with school pride, every one at every school has school pride.

Aug 30, 2011

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servo

Political Science and Government '14

2.3

C

Meh

Not too many sports teams get much attention from the student body. Yes, many of Gettysburg's students play sports on the College's teams, but games aren't usually attended by a lot of people. I wish there was more support for the sports programs, though. Lacrosse and football are pretty big here.

Jan 25, 2011

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