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Southwestern University - AthleticsCollege Prowler2.31
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Athletics Grades:
Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division III
Conference
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC)
School Colors
Black and gold
Men Playing Varsity Sports
133 - 27 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
106 - 14 %
College Prowler Take
It’s a shame that athletics at Southwestern are so overshadowed by academics, fine arts, and Greek life, because the teams are actually pretty good. It isn’t that no one plays sports on campus; it’s just that the campus community isn’t very involved in cheering them on. This probably boils down to a couple key factors. First of all, Southwestern doesn’t have a football team, and second, the school does not offer athletic scholarships. On most college campuses, football is the sport around which the entire student body rallies and builds a sense of athletic pride off of which the other sports can thrive. SU lacks that drive. In addition, since SU doesn’t offer athletic scholarships, no one comes to SU “just to play baseball.” However, even if IM and varsity sports don’t run the show, you can bet that ultimate Frisbee on the mall will always be a highly visible part of campus life. Despite all this, the athletics at Southwestern are pretty good, for what they are. As long as participation in athletics thrives (and undoubtedly it will), students at SU are bound to be content with the state of the programs. After all, no one comes to Southwestern expecting it to be a powerhouse basketball school. And really, as long as Frisbees precariously whiz by students on the mall, most SU students will feel like they’re getting their fill of sports. While sports may not play a pivotal role on campus, most students do enjoy a friendly IM game every now and then, or make good use of the sports equipment provided by SIRA (Southwestern Intramural and Recreational Activities). It’s just too bad that more people don’t come to the games. Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
Sports are generally an...
Sports are generally an afterthought. |
Anonymous says: |
I’d estimate 90 percent of the...
I’d estimate 90 percent of the school plays some type of IM, checks out equipment, or goes on outdoor trips. They’re always a lot of fun, but they’re never taken too seriously. |
Anonymous says: |
Neither IM nor varsity sports are...
Neither IM nor varsity sports are very big, although the crowds have grown some over the past couple years at soccer games and basketball games. There are always a couple teams to enter intramurals, but there are always problems with forfeiting. |
Anonymous says: |
We have sports teams, and I...
We have sports teams, and I suppose they do fairly well, but I really have no idea. I don’t think anyone really cares too much. |
Anonymous says: |
IM is bigger than varsity, because...
IM is bigger than varsity, because more people play it. |
Interested in
Southwestern? FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming and diving
Intramurals
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Dodgeball
- Flag football
- Inner tube basketball
- Kassen classic
- Racquetball
- Sand volleyball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Speedminton
- Spike fest
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Wallyball
Club Sports
- Lacrosse
- Ultimate frisbee
Athletic Fields
- Corbin J Robertson Center
- Corbin J. Robertson Center
School Spirit
For a school without a football team, school spirit at SU ranges from adequate to okay. Tons of people wear Pirate gear (especially the sweatshirts) from the bookstore, and most students have a Southwestern decal adorning their car. The frats and sororities are constantly wearing matching T-shirts, as are the sports teams. At some events, zealous Southwestern students will dress up (somewhat ironically) like Pirates. Even though this may elicit eye-rolling from the more jaded students, most of campus embraces our goofy mascot and tongue-in-cheek school pride. Pretty much all of the students at SU are happy with the school, and partake in on-campus activities. The few malcontents are usually quiet about their grievances.
Getting Tickets
Tickets are available in abundance for any SU sporting event.
Most Popular Sports
Southwestern’s most popular (and visible) sport is ultimate Frisbee. There’s a casual game on the mall almost every day. Lacrosse and soccer are also quite popular.
Most Overlooked Teams
The SU tennis and cross-country teams both deserve more credit than they receive.
Best Place to Take a Walk
While there are no nature trails on campus, there are lots of beautiful places on campus to go exploring or just sit and enjoy nature. Some favorites are under the trees on the mall and the big tree out behind the softball field. There are also lots of local places to wander, such as San Gabriel Park and the old cemetery right behind the school.
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