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Comparable Schools'
Athletics Grades:
Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division I
Conference
Mid-American Conference (MAC)
Men Playing Varsity Sports
206 - 3 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
195 - 2 %
College Prowler Take
If you are looking for a school with obsessed football fans who never miss a game and tailgate into the wee hours of the morning, look elsewhere. Sports are just not that big of a draw for OU students. Sure, there are pretty big crowds for the Miami and Homecoming games, but other than that, the bleachers are most often filled with more Athens citizens than students. Basketball draws a little more student support, thanks to the O-Zone student section, but for the most part, students are not die-hard OU sports fans. Interestingly enough, OU’s marching band, the Marching 110, is more popular than most sports teams, thanks to their energetic, eccentric performances. They’re so popular that a lot of people go to the football games just to watch the band; after their performances during halftime, people actually get up and leave! On the other hand, intramural sports are really popular, so if you don’t have the time (or talent) to play varsity, join one of the many intramural teams at OU. Students really get into their teams, and the competition is always fun and friendly. They are a great way to get your sports fix, meet people, and get a good workout. The same goes for club sports, especially the rugby teams, which have some of the wildest parties on campus. So, before you count out sports at OU, consider IM and club, both of which have a lot to offer students. Students Speak Out
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ohio2011 says: Ohio University 2015 Business  |
Sports are definitely on the rise...
Sports are definitely on the rise at OU. Our men's basketball team always has around 20 wins and competes for the conference title. The game atmosphere is usually pretty rockin! Football has been up and down, but the team has had some great moments like almost beating Ohio State and going to the GMAC Bowl.
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Anonymous says: |
Basketball and baseball are...
Basketball and baseball are probably the two biggest sports on campus. Basketball games are probably the most fun to watch because OU typically has a good team. The popular club sports are rugby, lacrosse, and hockey. (If you want to see a fast-paced game with lots of action, go watch the hockey team at Bird Arena.) |
Anonymous says: |
Our football team isn’t the best,...
Our football team isn’t the best, but the games are still fun to attend (so you can see the Marching 110 perform at half time). The basketball games are fun to go to because we have a great student-cheering crowd, and the team is pretty good. There are a ton of intramural sports to play. I love broomball; I play on a coed team, and we play late in the evening; it is a ton of fun. |
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Varsity sports at our school...
Varsity sports at our school haven’t had the best records in the past couple years, though many still attend the games since sometimes there isn’t anything else going on. Club sports are very popular, and our hockey team is one of the best in the country. IM sports are also something that many students like to get involved with their friends. |
Anonymous says: |
Basketball is very popular on...
Basketball is very popular on campus, even the intramural teams. IM basketball is divided into coed, competitive, and non-competitive, as well as by sex. So as you can see, it is definitely a popular sport to play. But sign up early, because competitive gets filled up fast. However, even if you do get stuck playing in the non-competitive league, you will still have some very tough teams to play. |
FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Track and field (indoor and outdoor)
- Wrestling
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Field hockey
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and diving
- Track and field (indoor and outdoor)
- Volleyball
Intramurals
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Broomball
- Cornhole
- Disc golf
- Dodgeball
- Flag football
- Floor hockey
- Golf
- Racquetball
- Soccer (indoor, outdoor)
- Softball
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Club Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball (men’s and women’s)
- Boxing
- Crew (men’s and women’s)
- Cycling
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Field hockey
- Gymnastics
- Ice hockey
- Kendo
- Lacrosse (men’s and women’s)
- Mixed martial arts
- Mountain biking
- Paintball
- Rugby (men’s and women’s)
- Soccer (men’s and women’s)
- Softball (fast pitch)
- Synchronized skating
- Tae Kwon Do
- Tennis
- Triathlon
- Ultimate Frisbee (men’s and women’s)
- Volleyball (men’s and women’s)
- Water polo (men's and women's)
- Waterskiing
- Wrestling
Gyms and Facilities
- Bird Ice Arena - Not only can students watch hockey games at Bird Arena, but they can also ice skate and take lessons. The arena rents skates, provides a lounge and snack area, and features special skate nights, such as a Valentine’s Day Skate. It’s a great place to take a date or just a fun way to re-live those junior-high skating parties.
- Charles J. Ping Student Recreation Center - Ping is the place where most students head when they want to work out. This facility, which opened in 1996, claims to be one of the largest in the country, and it’s not hard to see why. Ping boasts a climbing wall, five courts, two gymnasiums, an elevated running track, eight racquetball courts, and a combative arts room, which also houses aerobic classes like cardio-kick and step. There is also a fitness room packed with equipment, as well as a free-weight room, pool, and air hockey, and Ping-Pong tables. Ping is a great place to work out, not only because it offers so many exercise options, but it’s also clean and the equipment is well-kept and new.
- The Aquatic Center - The Aquatic Center is home to an Olympic-sized pool, with diving boards and an underwater observation area. It’s a big pool and a great place to either swim some laps or goof off with friends on a hot day. Make sure to check though before planning a visit because it houses the swimming & diving team, as well as classes and lessons.
- The Golf and Tennis Center - The new golf course is really nice, as are the tennis courts (OU has both indoor and outdoor courts). Whether you’re taking an instructional class or just wanting to play a few rounds, both are open throughout the year. There are also lessons and clinics available directly through Campus Recreation.
Athletic Fields
Peden Stadium is where the Bobcat football games are held. Pruitt Field is home to the field hockey and lacrosse teams. Soccer games take place at Chessa Field.
Getting Tickets
Getting tickets to a sporting event isn’t really necessary, unless it’s a big-draw game like Homecoming or against OU’s rival, the Miami (of Ohio) Redhawks. Usually the bleachers, which can seat 24,000, are rarely packed. But go ahead and snag some tickets (free for students) before heading to the aforementioned big games just in case.
Most Popular Sports
Basketball, football, swimming & diving, rugby
Most Overlooked Teams
Baseball, soccer
Best Place to Take a Walk
The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, which is simply known as the bike path, winds for 17 miles around campus along the Hocking River, making it a prime spot to rollerblade, bike, or take a leisurely stroll.
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