Club Sports
Overview
The Saint Joseph's University Club Sports Program's mission is to provide students with a unique opportunity to develop leadership, organizational and fiscal management skills in a safe, supportive and fun learning environment in which participants can build a sense of community.
Voluntarily organized by students, club sports exist for the purpose of furthering a common interest in a physical activity through competition, instruction, or participation. Students elect their own officers, draft their own constitution, request facility space, get approval for and make travel arrangements, schedule contests with other teams, develop contracts with officials, fundraise and manage their budget.
Support our club sport teams by making a donation. Be sure to specify the club in which your funds will support. For information about our club sports please contact Alexandra Kissinger.
Sports Offered
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Embark on a thrilling journey of discovery and excitement with the Adventure Club at Saint Joseph's University! With this club operating on both campuses, it is the perfect gateway to explore the great outdoors, challenge yourself, and forge lifelong friendships.
Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a beginner seeking adrenaline-pumping experiences, the Adventure Club offers a diverse range of activities to cater to all interests and skill levels. From hiking scenic trails and rock climbing with friends to thrilling paint balling and skiing, every adventure is designed to push your limits and create unforgettable memories.
So, if you're ready to step out of your comfort zone, break free from the ordinary, and embrace the thrill of the unknown, the Adventure Club at Saint Joseph's University eagerly awaits your presence. Unleash your inner explorer, embark on unforgettable journeys, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Join the Adventure Club today and let the extraordinary begin!
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The club baseball program was formed to give an opportunity for students who possess the skills necessary to play competitive baseball during the fall and spring seasons. The team is engineered to be a developmental group to enhance and hone all players’ skills. To achieve our player development goals and succeed in competitive games, we host tryouts each year and hold weekly practices throughout the school year. We practice and play home games at Smithson Field, located on the Maguire campus.
In 2012-2013 we became a member of the National Club Baseball Association (NCBA) which is a league that consists of hundreds of teams throughout the nation. As of the 2018-2019 season, the team moved to Division 1 and compete in the North-Atlantic East Conference. We compete against teams such as Towson, Delaware, Rutgers, Drexel, and Loyola-Maryland. We also play a few exhibition games against local non-conference club teams. Our schedule consists of a fifteen game conference season, with a three game series against each team. In the 2022-2023 season, we won the North Atlantic East region for the first time in school history and advanced to the North Atlantic regional final.
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Our Club Basketball team offers a competitive environment for former high school players to continue their passion for the game in college. As part of the National Club Basketball Association (NCBBA), we compete against other club teams from the tri-state area, including Villanova, UPenn, Delaware, and more. Our season runs from October to March, with April dedicated to Regional and National playoffs for qualifying teams. We hold tryouts in September and practice a few nights a week, with games on weekends. We seek dedicated and competitive players who are eager to maintain their competitive edge and represent Saint Joseph's University on the court.
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Women’s Club Basketball has become an established, successful program on the campus of Saint Joseph's University. Leading into the fourth semester, the team is officially a member of the East Coast Women’s Club Basketball League. Club Tournaments in the league take place during the fall semester with competition from prominent east coast schools such as Penn State, Georgetown, James Madison and University of Delaware with the championship games played at the University of Maryland. During the fall semester, practice is typically twice a week with tournaments on various weekends. Heading into the spring semester more individual games are played. The team is competitive and disciplined but has fun bonding together on and off the court. We are looking for committed girls who have basketball experience and the desire to play to win.
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SJU Esports is open to all students interested in pursuing esports on a competitive or recreational level. The club allows students to participate in intercollegiate esports competitions. Esports is an exciting, growing industry so whether you want to play competitively or just fun, everyone is welcome and no experience is required.
We offer teams for a large selection of games that is constantly expanding. The club currently competes through ECAC, an organization of over 200 schools throughout NCAA Division I, II, and III. Students interested in playing competitively are expected to attend weekly practices and games held in our campus' state of the art esports lab located in Merion Hall. The time, dates, and number of games and practices are decided by individual teams. SJU Esports is perfect for any student who is a fan of video games and looking to connect with others of similar interests. Come join the fun!
For more information please visit the Esports page.
Head Coach: Logan Hermes
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Saint Joseph’s University Club Fencing team is co-ed and open to anyone regardless of fencing experience. We focus is teaching fundamental techniques by exploring the different types of fencing such as foil, épée, and saber. We welcome students from both campuses and equipment is provided by the club, but feel free to bring your own if you have any.
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As a member of the National Field Hockey League (NFHL), we compete with club teams from surrounding universities and colleges. In past seasons, we have qualified for and attended the NFHL Championship Tournament in Virginia Beach where we compete against the best teams in the country. While we are a competitive team, we also focus on having fun while playing!
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Gaelic Football is a native sport to Ireland and has been a focal point in expanding Irish culture and tradition to America. Join our team to meet new people and experience a new, evolving sport. No previous experience with the sport is necessary and the games are co-ed so all SJU students are welcome!
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The Saint Joseph’s University Club Golf team is offered to golfers who want to keep up their competitive play while in college. The team is co-ed, with players at all different levels of the game. We are a part of the National Collegiate Club Golf Association (NCCGA) in the Philadelphia region. We are a group of competitive players and welcome anyone interested!
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The Saint Joseph’s University Ice Hockey team was founded to provide an opportunity for former high school and travel ice hockey players to continue playing the sport they love. Founded in 1971, the Hawks are steeped in tradition with an alumni base of over 300 strong. Coming off a 2022-2023 season where the Hawks were ACCHL Regular Season Champions, the team is motivated to continue their climb to be one of the premier club ice hockey programs in the country. The Hawks are led by a skilled coaching staff of four program alumni, creating a positive and hard working environment to ensure success for the program they love. The Hawks offer a competitive and rewarding experience for its players in the Atlantic Coast Collegiate Hockey League (ACCHL), and compete to go to ACHA Regionals and Nationals each year. The team plays a 25-30 game schedule, and practices two nights a week at the Haverford Skatium. They have access to their own locker room, and take part in team workouts, video sessions, and team building meetings. Check out the team website here.
Head coach: Dean Keeney
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The Women's Club Ice Hockey team welcomes female students who are interested in playing ice hockey in a competitive and encouraging environment that balances hard work and fun on the ice. We hold 1 practice a week and have 10-12 games throughout the season (including the possibility of playoffs). Transportation is provided for all team events. Playing on the team is a great way to get off campus, meet new people, and learn or grow in the game of hockey.
The team competes in the DIII division of the DVCHC, competing against teams such as Lafayette, IUP, and others. We hold the division title for the 2021-2022 and 2018-2019 seasons. We look forward to growing every season in strength and numbers. Hit the ice for our next season and see what the team is all about! Check out the team website here and go Hawks!Head Coach: Jeffrey Linso
Contact Jeffrey Linso
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The Judo club is a co-ed club sport rooted in teaching fundamental judo techniques in the traditional Kodokan judo style. The main goals of our club are to foster an environment where people of all shapes, sizes, and genders can feel pride and confidence in their physical abilities, be able to protect themselves, and facilitate team camaraderie through team building and competitive activities. No experience is required. Any level of interest is welcomed (casual, testing for rank, or competing).
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The SJU Men's Club Lacrosse team competes in the NCLL (National College Lacrosse League), in the Liberty Conference which includes club teams such as West Chester University, Rowan University, Drexel University, and others. Our team will also play mainly local teams such as Temple, UPenn, and Villanova. Anyone with or without prior experience is welcome to inquire into playing. Practices are held twice a week throughout the fall along with possible fall tournaments/scrimmages. The main season is in the spring with twice-a-week practices and our team will attempt to play 8-12 games and possible league/conference playoffs.
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The women's club lacrosse team is in 9th year of existence. This is a competitive team that plays to win but has fun at the same time. Practices will be held 2 times a week in the fall and spring semesters on Ellen Ryan Field. The competes in a few games in the fall and has a heavier schedule in the spring where we play 3-5 games. -
Men's Rugby is the largest drawing field sport on the campus and has become one of the most popular and well-supported programs on campus. They hold all practices and matches on beautiful Sweeney Field and compete in Division I against some of the best programs in the country. In addition, they travel to numerous locations and offer the opportunity of selection for the United States National Team in either the Olympics or the next Rugby World Cup. Check out their website found here.
Head Coach: Michael Williams
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Welcome to SJU’s Women’s Rugby! We are a group of young females that are excited to participate in the great game of rugby. Whether you have experience or if it is your first time playing, everyone is welcome to come and check out the team. We play two different seasons, a 15s season in the Fall and a 7s season in the Spring, with games and tournaments on Saturdays. We are always looking to expand our team and do not have tryouts or cuts! We are looking for committed athletes who want to try something new and create a bond both on and off the pitch.
Our main goal is to connect and grow by playing teams in the area. We play in games, tournaments, and assist teams when they're low on numbers. Doing this helps us gain experience by being in a game setting and playing with advanced players. Rugby is a great way to meet new people that will have your back on and off the field. Check out our website found here and please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Head Coach: Greg Ebersole
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SJU Club Running welcomes runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes. We meet weekly on Sweeney Field for group runs and occasionally tackle local trails. Whether you’re chasing a new personal best or just looking to stay in shape, you’ll find your stride here. Come run with us and discover the joy of running together!
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Men's Club Soccer was founded at Saint Joseph's in the fall of 2008 under the guidance of Brendan Martin ('12) and Wes Harris ('10). The program, though in its first year, has great potential and a promising future. The pool of soccer talent at SJU is deep, giving us the top players, without asking of them the commitment of a Division 1 NCAA program. In its current state, the program is seeking to play in select indoor and outdoor leagues throughout the academic year.
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The SJU women's club soccer team is a way for students to play competitive soccer, without the demands of a Division I team. The team plays to learn more about the sport, improve skills, and of course have a good time. Turnout has been extremely popular since it’s inception, allowing the team to grow in skill and competitiveness. The Women's Club Soccer team was established in the Spring of 2006 and has thrived ever since. They compete outdoor in both the fall and spring. Home games are played right in the heart of campus on Sweeney Field, while the team does some light traveling for away games and tournaments. The team currently competes in the NIRSA Region One Collegiate Club Soccer League, playing against teams such as Temple, UPenn, Villanova, TCNJ, and WCU.
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Our club softball team at Saint Joseph’s University plays in the NCSA and competes within a conference that includes Temple, Towson, Delaware, Rowan, and Loyola Maryland. We also play other university club teams in the surrounding local area. We typically practice 1-2 days a week with games on the weekends. Our club is looking for girls with high school and travel softball experience to join our motivating and fun team! We can’t wait to see you on the field.
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The SJU Club Swimming team is a gender inclusive team that practices a few times a week, competes in meets, and enjoys team bonding events. We accept anyone who can swim one lap without stopping. If you are looking to follow structured practices, swim a few laps, compete in meets, or just love to swim and be in the water, this is the club for you! We are looking for swimmers who are committed to the team to join us and create a great team environment! Check out our website for more information.
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The club tennis team was formed in the fall of 2005 and is open to both men and women students looking to play both casually and competitively. The club is active in the fall and spring semesters, including some court time indoors during the winter. Saint Joseph’s participates in the Middle States Region of the USTA sponsored Campus League. We have competed in tournaments and played several matches set-up through the Campus league against schools including Lafayette, Lehigh, Navy, Penn State, Rutgers, TCNJ, University of Delaware, UPenn, and Villanova. USTA holds a campus tournament each semester, and other matches are arranged accordingly throughout the semester. Club players are allotted court time typically twice a week on campus to practice (times may vary). Fees may include optional participation in the indoor courts.
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The Saint Joseph's University Ultimate Frisbee team is all about having fun and welcoming new players to the game of Frisbee. We are a mixed team which allows men and women to play and we compete in tournaments all across the tri-state area. -
The Men's Saint Joseph's Club Volleyball team competes in the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Volleyball Club (MACVC). Within this region there are six divisions Central, East, North, West, Northeast, and Non-Conference Opponents. SJU is currently in the East division along with other schools such as Villanova, Drexel, and Temple to name a few. Last year we had one of our most successful seasons ever, we made the quarter finals of the MACVC championship tournament and we finished second in the East. We are a very competitive, small team, always trying to become better. In the future we hope to become one of the more competitively strong team known throughout our Eastern division.
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As Northeast Women's Volleyball Club League (NWVCL) members, we compete in the Fall and Spring semesters with club teams from surrounding universities and colleges. We participate in 3 tournaments per semester that require traveling. We are looking for women who have experience playing volleyball competitively in high school, and wish to continue their commitment to a team while having fun at the same time!
Contact Lanie Smith -
The SJU club water polo team was established in 2009 by a group of high school friends that wanted to carry their involvement with the sport from high school into college. The team has now been passed down to a younger generation that are just as devoted to the sport as the founders. Water polo is an intense sport that requires endurance, strength, and a competitive mindset to succeed. It has been described as an aquatic version of handball and is an olympic sport. The team is constantly looking for new members in the hopes of growing and becoming more of a threat in our division, facing teams such as UPenn, Nova, UDel, and more. Water polo is an excellent way to get in shape in a fun, laid back, yet hard working environment. We practice at the O’Pake Pool from 8-10pm on Monday thru Thursday. No experience necessary at all, a competitive swimming background is well sought after however.
Contact Alexandra Kissinger
Athlete Registration
In order to practice and compete in our club sports all participants must register prior to their first practice or tryout by completing the registration process. Please note that in order to complete registration you must submit an updated physical from the past year, pay your club dues, and pay your secondary insurance. The deadline to register for the fall semester is October 1st.
To submit your club sport physical, please visit the SJU Student Health Portal and click the "club sport" checkbox then upload and submit. This will ensure that our athletic trainer views and signs off on your participation. Please also submit a picture of your physical on the DSE platform. You should also submit all payments on the DSE registration platform. Once cleared, you will see an approval on your club registration dashboard.
Any questions related to club sport registration can be directed to your team president or the Assistant Athletic Director for Campus Recreation, Alexandra Kissinger.
Athlete Health
Club athletes are responsible to report any injuries and illnesses to the Saint Joseph’s University campus recreation staff, including signs and symptoms of a concussion. This includes both athletic and non-athletic related injuries, illnesses, and/or medical conditions which might occur, and any medication, treatments, tests or treating facility notes which are needed in order to determine health status.
Students will be presented information regarding concussions, including signs, symptoms, causes and complications of a concussion. It is their responsibility to notify the Campus Recreation staff immediately if they suspect a concussion has been sustained. Failure to notify Campus Recreation staff of any injuries, illnesses, and/or medical conditions is a violation of the Sport Club Manual and appropriate outcomes will be determined.
Reporting an Injury
The injured student must complete an Injury Report within 24 hours of injury. Once received, Campus Recreation staff will review the injury report and contact the student with follow-up instructions for seeing a health professional. The Campus Recreation staff will submit an insurance claim on your behalf with the contracted claims handler (as needed). Students must submit
Secondary Insurance Coverage
Secondary coverage is obtained by the University as an added benefit for the health and safety of our club sport athletes. We have in place a basic and a catastrophic policy that covers costs associated with a club sport related injury that a student's primary insurance may not cover such as co-pays or deductibles. The timely reporting of injuries is necessary to file the appropriate claim.