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Comparable Schools'
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Quick StatsAthletic Division
NCAA Division I
School Colors
Purple and gold
School Mascot
"Dubs" the Husky
Men Playing Varsity Sports
326 - 3 %
Women Playing Varsity Sports
346 - 3 %
College Prowler Take
Athletics are undeniably a huge part of the Husky experience. In fact, outside of Washington, UW is possibly more commonly referred to by its mascot. The Huskies have quite a tradition of football, and the games bring massive flocks of students, alumni, and local fans out to cheer. Basketball is definitely growing in popularity, and both the men’s and women’s basketball teams have had growing success in recent years. Besides football and basketball, which are the most watched and talked-about sports at UW, plenty of other sports get a lot of attention and some big crowd turnout. Gymnastics, volleyball, and soccer are all popular for spectators. Crew is perhaps the sport with the most history at the UW, and every year, masses of people turn out for races at the Montlake Cut on Lake Washington. UW sports are typical events for friends to enjoy together. Many students get a big group together and go out to cheer for the Huskies, whatever the season or sport. If students don’t participate in varsity sports, many of them play intramurals. Some students keep a very busy schedule with class and a couple intramural leagues per quarter. Most people say that being involved in intramural sports really changes their UW experience for the better. Intramurals are a great way to meet people and stay involved. Students rally around games and sporting events, and it’s definitely an experience of camaraderie and school spirit. As UW fans love to say, “Real dawgs wear purple,” and over-excited dawgs have purple and gold pumping through their veins. Students Speak Out
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Anonymous says:  |
Varsity sports are big on campus,...
Varsity sports are big on campus, especially football. I am a big fan of the numerous clubs and IM sports options. There’s something for everyone. I think if you go to UW without being physically active, you’d be wasting an incredible resource. |
Anonymous says: |
The football team has the most...
The football team has the most privileges and gets the most free things out of all the sports teams, but they deserve it because the money that they attract supports all the other sports teams. |
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UW athletics are awesome; with a...
UW athletics are awesome; with a ton of division one sports and a high level of competition, we have almost every sport imaginable, and games are well attended. I’ve played on several different intramural leagues, and I met a lot of great people that way and got a good workout. |
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I’m an athlete, so I think that...
I’m an athlete, so I think that sports are huge. Football is a huge part of Washington, and the games are a lot of fun. |
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With the IMA, more people seem...
With the IMA, more people seem interested in IM sports, and it’s not difficult to join or start your own team. The IMA is also cool because of the classes it offers in everything from hip hop to karate. |
FactsMen's Varsity Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Football
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and field
Women's Varsity Sports
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Volleyball
Intramurals
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Crew
- Flag football
- Inner tube basketball
- Racquetball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
Club Sports
- Alpine skiing
- Archery
- Climbing
- Cycling
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Ice hockey
- Kayak
- Lacrosse
- Martial arts
- Rowing
- Rugby
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Squash
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water polo
Gyms and Facilities
- Conibear Shellhouse - Located on the shore of Lake Washington; home of the Husky Crew team since 1949.
- Dempsey Indoor (track) - 80,000-square-foot complex houses the indoor track
- Husky Pool/County Aquatics Center - Home to the Husky swimmers; seats 1,000.
- Husky Sports Performance - 12,000-square-foot athletic training facility.
- Intramural Activities Center (IMA) - Center of intramural athletics and individual exercise. Adjacent to Husky stadium, the IMA's facilities include an indoor climbing center, a group cycling studio, a fitness center, five gyms (basketball, volleyball, badminton), locker rooms, racquetball/handball courts, saunas, outdoor sports fields, squash courts, a swimming pool, an indoor track, 13 outdoor tennis courts and a tennis practice wall.
- Legends Center (football training) - 10,500-square-foot facility includes strength and conditioning center, recruiting lounge, football staff conference room, and student-athlete cardio training areas.
- Nordstrom Tennis Center - Just north of Husky Stadium; contains six full indoor courts and seating for up to 278 spectators.
Athletic Fields
Husky Stadium (football), Bank of America Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion (basketball), Husky Softball Stadium, Husky Ballpark, Husky Soccer Stadium, Washington National Golf Course, Bill Quillian Stadium (tennis)
Getting Tickets
You can buy tickets before individual games, but for the big sports (football and basketball) fans usually buy season tickets for the student section well before the season starts. The most popular football package is $112 and includes all home games. You can also opt for the School Pack (four games) for $64. For basketball games, $105 will get you all nineteen regular season home games plus one exhibition game. You can also buy single game tickets for $10 in person at the Husky Ticket Office or buy tickets online at www.gohuskies.com/tickets.
Most Popular Sports
UW is a full-blooded football school. The student section of Husky stadium is packed for big games, and alumni return to the stadium year after year to root for their alma mater. Basketball is popular and gaining in popularity each year. This year, the Husky men’s basketball team had a lot of success and students even camped outside of Hec Edmunson Pavilion the night before a couple of big games. On the intramural front, the basketball and softball leagues attract a lot of players.
Most Overlooked Teams
Because UW tends to be focused on football and basketball, other sports do tend to get overlooked. Games for other sports (like baseball or soccer) can be really great options, and they often offer free admission in addition to free pizza and chances to win prizes.
Because UW tends to be focused on football and basketball, other sports do tend to get overlooked. Games for other sports (like baseball or soccer) can be really great options, and they often offer free admission in addition to free pizza and chances to win prizes.
Best Place to Take a Walk
Since the campus is so big, there’s a lot of space to roam around. Steven’s Way is the main road that runs through campus and makes a giant loop. Some students who jog through campus use this option. The Burke-Gilman Trail is a popular recreational trail that is easily accessible from campus.
Did You Know?In 1919, UW athletic teams were called the Sun Dodgers. The mascot changed to Vikings in 1921, and then finally in 1922, UW became the home of the Huskies. The Husky Fever Hall of Fame is a 5,000-square-foot display case located in the Bank of America Arena that honors UW’s athletic traditions and accomplishments.
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