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You may spot a students sporting a T-shirt with the slogan: “Vassar Football, undefeated since 1861.” As Vassar doesn’t actually have a football team, the T-shirt is a good indication of how most students perceive varsity sports. Vassar sports hardly draw spectators. Nevertheless, there are a significant number of varsity athletes. Most sports receive top-notch equipment and resources to travel and compete. Teams go on training trips around the country and abroad. The facilities available to teams and the entire Vassar community are far beyond those available on the campuses of most liberal arts colleges.

Athletes at Vassar are scholar-athletes. Practices are scheduled so that students don’t miss class. Coaches are flexible and aware of academic priorities. Students have to balance demanding course loads with hectic practice and competition schedules. Students don’t receive athletic scholarships, so the ones that make the commitment really love it. For those who don’t want to commit, there are various intramural sports available, which often get greater participation and draw larger crowds. Any student can take advantage of the Walker Field House Athletic & Fitness Center. There are dance, yoga, and marital arts classes offered. Students also take advantage of the grassy campus and fields, which are great for pick-up games.

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rohwyxo

Sociology '15

3.1

B-

Improving?

Vassar athletics are definitely trying to recruit more, that's for sure. Certain teams, like women's basketball, are thus doing a lot better the last few years. As for fan support, don't expect a full audience. The most popular basketball game was the student-faculty basketball game, for example.

Mar 13, 2012

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kollegecid

Environmental Sciences '15

3.5

B

Getting Better

Sports here are definitely on the rise. The athletic program is working very hard recruiting now and are finally seeing success. The men's soccer, girls basketball, and men's volleyball have seen a lot of success this season. the level seems very competitive however, fan support is never strong despite the success' of these teams.

Mar 08, 2012

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nabronson13

Neuroscience '13

3.1

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Not a lot of fan support. There are many athletes on campus. There are also a lot of non-athletes on campus that know little about sports. We perform pretty well.

Sep 22, 2011

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