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University of Delaware - Athletics - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

Athletics

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Athletic Association
  • NAA
  • NCAA
Athletic Division NCAA Division I-AA
Athletic Conferences Football: Colonial Athletic Association
Basketball: Colonial Athletic Association
School Colors Blue and gold
School Nickname YoUDee Fightin’ Blue Hen
Men Playing Varsity Sports 338 - 5%
Women Playing Varsity Sports 287 - 3%
Students Receiving Athletic Financial Aid Football: 105
Basketball: 12
Baseball: 30
Cross Country/Track: 50
Other Sports: 242
Graduation Rates of Athletic Financial Aid Recipients Football: 100%
Basketball: 75%
Baseball: 83%
Cross Country/Track: 100%
Other Sports: 81%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Athletics are popular to those who care about them. If you have no interest in sports, you will not feel left out at all. The main spectator sports that draw crowds are football and basketball. Of course every student wants UD teams to win, but support is more abstract, as few students follow the games or know the details of UD sports teams. Intramurals are really big with those who participate in them, but seem practically nonexistent to those who don’t. Your own preference determines how important sports will be to your college life.

The gym for students is modern and fully-equipped. There are fitness classes, personal trainers, and staff to plan a personalized workout for those who cannot plan their own workouts. There are even options such as yoga for those who are not so fond of sweat-breaking exercise. Most students take advantage of some aspect of athletics, whether in team form or on their own, and the gym is always crowded at peak hours.

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Athletics at University of Delaware

bryntradanac

'15

Animal Sciences

3.5
B

For a Division 1 School, the Sport Teams Aren't That Impressive

I didn't think that many students attended the games and they didn't even play exceedingly well when I went. The facilities are pretty good though. Those who do attend seem to have good school spirit.

Jan 10, 2012

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Athletics at University of Delaware

udguy105

'15

International Relations and National Security Studies

4.6
A

Good sports,

The sports here are really good, in particular football. At times there can be less fans than there used to be, but many students still come out to support the time. A issue with not letting students tailgate made some students not come, but the stadium was still packed with fans, both non-student and student. Fortunately, it does not seem like the tailgating thing will last long or be as strict in future years, so that will bring back fans. Either way sports are a great option here to either attend or be a part of. Many students partake in club sports as well

Dec 13, 2011

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Athletics at University of Delaware

Mboots

'14

Accounting

1.9
C-

Fans?? Where Are They?

UD's sports teams are very competitive! The student fan support is lacking to say the least! The locals are crazy with their support!!

Dec 12, 2011

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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
  • Cross country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
Women's Varsity Sports
  • Basketball
  • Cross country
  • Field hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and field
  • Volleyball
Intramurals
  • 5K
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Bocce
  • Disc golf
  • Dodgeball
  • Field hockey
  • Flag football
  • Golf
  • Half marathon
  • Handball
  • Kickball
  • Lacrosse
  • Racquetball
  • Rock, paper, scissors
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming
  • Swimming
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wallyball
Club Sports
  • Baseball
  • Basketball (women’s)
  • Bowling
  • Cycling
  • Equestrian
  • Field hockey
  • Figure skating
  • Golf
  • Ice hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Roller hockey
  • Rowing (men’s)
  • Rugby
  • Sailing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Synchronized skating
  • Tennis
  • Trap and skeet
  • Ultimate Disc
  • Volleyball
  • Water polo
  • Wrestling
Athletic Fields & Facilities
  • Bob Carpenter Center
  • Bob Hannah Baseball Stadium
  • Carpenter Sports Building
  • Delaware Field House
  • Delaware Mini-Stadium
  • Delaware Softball Stadium
  • Delaware Stadium
  • Ice Arenas
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Rawstrom Natatorium at CSB
  • Rullo Stadium

Most Popular Sports

Football, basketball

Most Overlooked Teams

Soccer, lacrosse

School Spirit

I would say school spirit on this campus is about medium. The popular sports teams have a student following to support them, and most students have UD paraphernalia, such as sweatshirts and stickers for their cars. The most recent school spirited item is the appearance of skimpy ‘butt shorts’ with UD on the back, or various student organizations. I would say the Greek population demonstrates the highest level of school spirit as they tend to throw events celebrating student life and their time at UD. The day that the most school spirit is shown is no doubt Homecoming. Alumni return and tailgate before the game, and UD students celebrate all day. After this, there is very little that brings the students together in the same manner.

Getting Tickets

Tickets for UD students are completely free as long as you sit in the section reserved for students. If you want to sit with your parents in the regular stands, you must purchase a ticket. If a game is particularly important or exciting, it is better to get tickets a week in advance, because the seating for students is limited. You can get these in the Trabant Center Box Office. There usually isn’t a problem with games being sold out, so this is just a precaution.

Best Place to Take a Walk

White Clay Creek

Did You Know?

The Blue and Gold colors that represent the UD were chosen in 1889 to reflect the colors in the Delaware state flag.

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Hometown: Newark, Del.

Major: English

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