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Comparable Schools'
Athletics Grades:
Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division I for ice hockey
NCAA Division III
Conference
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC)
School Colors
Brown, orange, and white
School Mascot
Ritchie the Tiger
Men Playing Varsity Sports
365 - 5 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
178 - 5 %
College Prowler Take
If it weren’t for athletics, RIT would rank miserably in the school spirit department. The hockey team has long had a cult-like following here, and many RIT students leave here with fond memories of either watching or participating in one of the best hockey programs in the nation. The Tigers are consistently ranked as one of the top teams in their division and often win the section title. RIT fans are certainly devoted to their Tigers. Many even travel to away games as far away as New Hampshire to cheer them on. Possibly the most devoted Tiger fans (and certainly the most notorious) are found in the far corner of the Ritter Ice Arena. You can spot them by the bright orange shirts reading “Warning: I’m loud and obnoxious at hockey games”—this is an understatement. The Infamous Corner Crew is an integral part of RIT hockey, and the atmosphere at home games wouldn’t be the same without them. Some of the more inventive chants include “strawberry shortcake” and “rip, rip, rip!” If you aren’t quite a rabid a fan like these guys, don’t worry. You can still cheer vehemently for the Tigers from any of the seats, there’s just no guarantee you’ll be heard over the crew. All athletics on campus are highly competitive and well coached, either by professionals or fellow students. Students who are involved in athletics find that their grades actually improve and their social lives become better as well. Teammates often study together and party together, creating a level of friendship often lacking in other areas of the RIT social spectrum. Also, students almost unanimously agree that the athletic facilities at RIT are top-notch, and with the recent additions of the Gordon Field House and the new turf-field, athletics are sure to gain even more respect and prestige in the near future.
Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
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We need a football team. We have...
We need a football team. We have hockey for the winter and baseball for the spring, but we need a football team for the winter and fall. I think we would all have a lot more school spirit if we could go watch football on Saturday afternoons. It’s just wrong not to have it. |
Anonymous says: |
I’m a member of a couple different...
I’m a member of a couple different intramural teams, which is fun because I get to meet new people and I get to play hockey and soccer. I can keep in shape and have some fun—life doesn’t get better than that. |
Anonymous says: |
The crew team here is awesome....
The crew team here is awesome. They are very supportive and friendly. It was great to come in as a freshman and meet the upperclassmen. They helped me grow and become better at the sport. |
Anonymous says: |
We have some really great athletic...
We have some really great athletic teams here. My boyfriend plays intramural soccer, and I go watch their games. Some of the teams are more competitive than the varsity teams are. |
Anonymous says: |
I am a baseball fanatic, so I was...
I am a baseball fanatic, so I was happy to see RIT has a team, and they are pretty good. The only problem is Rochester’s unpredictable weather. |
FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Wrestling
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Ice hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
- Track and field (indoor and outdoor)
- Volleyball
Intramurals
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Dodgeball
- Flag football
- Ice hockey
- Racquetball
- Soccer (indoor)
- Softball
- Speedball
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
Club Sports
- Alpine ski and snowboard
- Archery
- Badminton
- Ballroom dance
- Bowling
- Capoeira
- Crew
- Cricket
- Cycling
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Field hockey
- Flag Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Hockey
- Kendo
- Lacrosse
- Outing Club
- Paintball
- Pool
- Roller Hockey
- Running
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Table tennis
- Tae Kwon Do
- Tennis
- Triathlon
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Weightlifting
Gyms and Facilities
- Archery Range, Tennis Courts, and Fields - Located south of the Student Life Center (SLC), there are three practice fields, a varsity field, two softball fields, a baseball field, and three recreation fields, as well as an archery range, and nine lighted outdoor tennis courts, which are open from dawn until 10:45 p.m.
- Boathouse - Located on the Genesee River, the boathouse houses the RIT men’s and women’s crew program.
- Clark Gym - This is the main gym for basketball and volleyball games. It can be reserved for other events, but it is not open to the public unless reserved. Located adjacent to the Student Alumni Union, it includes the main gymnasium, auxiliary gymnasium, wrestling room, weight room for varsity teams, a training room for varsity teams, and an equipment room.
- Frank Ritter Ice Arena - The ice arena has open skating hours each quarter that can be found on the SLC’s Web site. There are classes in ice skating and intramural hockey. Varsity hockey games also take place in Ritter.
- Gordon Field House and Student Life Center - The field house is the newest addition to the sporting facilities at RIT. It houses a large weight room complete with free weights and various exercise machines. Also available in this complex are two swimming pools. The competition pool is an Olympic-sized pool with a moveable header that is used for swim and diving team practices, as well as for water polo. The second pool is a recreation pool complete with a current, perfect for floating and just relaxing. There is also a hot tub and sauna available for use. The largest part of the field house is the stadium with an indoor track and field. This will be used for various events throughout the year, including commencements. There are also five basketball courts, as well as a dance room and mini-gym, all of which can be reserved through the SLC office. There is an indoor track that is located above the gym and circles the five basketball courts. There are racquetball courts and Ping-Pong tables available for student use. Equipment is available through the equipment cage located in the basement of the SLC.
- Judson Competition Pool and Hale Recreation Room - The facility includes two pools—a competition pool and a leisure pool. The eight-lane, 25-yard competition pool is set to approximately 80 degrees. It also includes a separate diving area. The benches hold approximately 25 people.
- Student Life Center - Includes five multipurpose courts (basketball, volleyball, badminton), eight racquetball courts, weight room, dance/aerobic room, auxillary gym, elevated one-eighth mile running track, conference/classrooms, staff offices, locker rooms (with saunas), boxing/kickboxing room, and a multi-purpose room.
- Track Complex and Game Field - Used for varsity soccer, lacrosse home games, and track meets.
Athletic Fields
Gordon Field House, the turf field, rugby field, soccer field, lacrosse field, and baseball diamond
Getting Tickets
The majority of sporting events are free. Hockey tickets are available at the Gordon Field House ticket office.
Most Popular Sports
Hockey and basketball
Most Overlooked Teams
Baseball and lacrosse
Best Place to Take a Walk
The nature trails behind Grace Watson Hall
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