Athletics and Recreation

Some of life’s greatest lessons are learned outside the classroom.

Colgate is home to the NCAA Division I Raiders, plus more than 50 club and intramural sports programs, numerous fitness facilities, and organized outdoor activities.

Colgate is a rare combination of academic and athletic opportunities, with a tradition of excellence in Division I that inspires our student-athletes to excel both on and off the field.

Women's Hockey and trophy
Colgate Football

Division I Athletic Teams

The Colgate Raiders carry a proud tradition of athletic competition, including ten Patriot League Championships in football since 1997.

Get the latest updates, and see the upcoming schedule for all 25 of Colgate’s NCAA Division I Athletic Teams, and support your Raiders.

Men's Rugby

Intramural and Recreational Sports

Colgate students have over 50 intramural, club, and recreational sports clubs to choose from.

Find out about organizations and teams available to all Colgate students, and ignite your competitive spirit.

Students in kayaks on lake

Outdoor & Physical Education

Colgate’s location in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the outdoors.

Learn about sponsored outdoor education and wilderness adventure activities, and see how Colgate’s approach to physical education is designed to strengthen the mind-body connection in every student.

Students working out
Students working out

Athletic Facilities

Facilities across campus are available to all Colgate students. Learn more about athletic and fitness resources.

Wearing the 13 stripes is something only Colgate athletes get to do, and representing this University in the Patriot League is a privilege I’m incredibly proud of.

Gracie DeSimone ’27
Gracie DeSimone ’27 Political science, economics major, women's lacrosse