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University of California - Davis - Athletics - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

Athletics

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Athletic Association
  • NAA
  • NCAA
Athletic Division NCAA Division I-AA
Athletic Conferences Football: Great West Conference
Basketball: Big West Conference
School Colors Blue and gold
School Nickname Aggie
Men Playing Varsity Sports 326 - 3%
Women Playing Varsity Sports 374 - 3%
Students Receiving Athletic Financial Aid Football: 65
Basketball: 11
Baseball: 20
Cross Country/Track: 35
Other Sports: 254

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Now that Davis is a Division I school—it was officially certified in 2007 after a four-year process—varsity sports get plenty of attention. Football games draw big crowds, and the Aggie Pack (possibly the largest student-run organization in America) encourages the masses by handing out free shirts, water bottles, and UCD gear. Some students have voiced concern over the fee increases because of the move to DI, but others argue that with the extra money generated by athletics, the campus will be able to make improvements that benefit all students.

While varsity sports do enjoy popularity, the club sports really have the limelight. IM sports are pretty big here, too, and anyone can participate. There are the traditional sports like soccer, basketball, and volleyball, but Davis also has some less conventional teams: inner tube water polo, Hapkido, and ballroom dancing. There is a wide range of experience, from athletes who have played since they were five to people just looking for a way to stay in shape. It’s a great way to try new sports, and it also makes it easy to stay involved. Everyone’s really friendly, and meeting people is really easy when you’re both slamming heads while diving for the same volleyball.

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Athletics at University of California - Davis

meema98

'15

Animal Sciences

3.8
B+

High School Was Better

Most of the sports have few attendees and the teams arent always good competitively except for a few teams like basketball.

Jan 11, 2012

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Athletics at University of California - Davis

Trasari

'15

Animal Sciences

2.3
C

Not Much

Athletics is not something Davis is known for. And therefore, not a great amount of fan support. Intramurals are fun, though.

Jan 04, 2012

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Athletics at University of California - Davis

nsalter

'13

Psychology

4.2
A-

School Spirit

School spirit is high at Davis, and the facilities are state of the art!

Nov 24, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How popular are varsity sports on campus?

How popular are intramurals and club sports?

How would you describe the athletic facilities?

Facts

Men's Varsity Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Water polo
  • Wrestling
Women's Varsity Sports
  • Basketball
  • Field hockey
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Volleyball
  • Water polo
Intramurals
  • Basketball
  • Flag football
  • Floor hockey
  • Inner tube water polo
  • Racquetball
  • Soccer (indoor, outdoor)
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
Club Sports
  • Alpine skiing and snowboarding
  • Badminton
  • Baseball
  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Crew
  • Cycling
  • Equestrian
  • Fencing
  • Field hockey
  • Gymnastics
  • Horse polo
  • Ice hockey
  • Judo
  • Kendo
  • Kung fu
  • Lacrosse
  • Racquetball
  • Roller hockey
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Table tennis
  • Tae kwon do
  • Tennis
  • Triathlon
  • Ultimate Frisbee
  • Volleyball
  • Water polo
  • Waterskiing and wakeboarding
Athletic Fields & Facilities
  • Activities and Recreation Center
  • Equestrian Center
  • Hickey Pool
  • Outdoor Adventures
  • The Pavilion
  • Rec Pool
  • Recreation Fields/Courts

Most Popular Sports

Footall, basketball

Most Overlooked Teams

Baseball, gymnastics

School Spirit

Davis has such inspiring school spirit! Besides packing the stadium for football games, hanging out on Picnic Day, and plastering the UC Davis logo over much of their clothing, Davis students show school pride in the support they show for each other. Plays on campus are often sold out, wild and screaming fans attend nearly every sporting event, and student clubs thrive off of the initiative of the student body. There is an abundance of school spirit. Students cheer for just about anything, unless of course, they decide to protest it. Incidentally, Davis students are known for their spirited picket lines, boycotts, and sit-ins. Campus bulletin boards are feathered with flyers advertising different protests—everything from the increased student fees, to Proctor and Gamble’s animal testing, to the mobilization of troops. Generally, UCD students are very informed about issues they feel strongly about, and they don’t hesitate to share their views. Students are loud and proud, and though there are occasional discrepancies between students, all perspectives are usually heard and respected.

Getting Tickets

Just bring your student ID.

Best Place to Take a Walk

Arboretum

Did You Know?

Davis has the most diverse and popular competitive recreation program in the nation. With over 1,400 participants in IM and club sport offerings, Davis has something for everyone!

Sixteen Aggie teams advanced to NCAA championships in 2000–01, with 11 teams placing in the top 10.

UC Davis is the six-time winners of NACDA Directors’ Cup for best Division II program (before they became DI) in the nation—more than any other school.

In the Division I Big West Conference, we compete against Sister UCs: Santa Barbara, Irvine, and Riverside, as well as seven other schools.

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