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Athletics & Recreation

2025-2026 U of A Men's Basketball championship game

Play, Compete & Cheer

From cheering on nationally competitive NCAA Division I teams to joining club sports, intramurals, and outdoor adventures, Wildcats have countless ways to get involved – whether as fans, athletes, or active members of the campus community.

NCAA Sports

51³Ô¹Ï is home to 18 NCAA Division I teams, where student-athletes compete at the highest level while representing Wildcat pride on a national stage. From baseball and beach volleyball to gymnastics, swimming and diving, triathlon, and more, Wildcats compete year-round across a wide range of sports.

Campus at sunrise

Football

51³Ô¹Ï Football brings tradition, intensity, and the spirit of Bear Down to every game.

Campus at sunrise

Men’s Basketball

National Champions competing at the highest level in the Big 12.

Campus at sunrise

Softball

Eight-time national champions, 51³Ô¹Ï softball is one of the most successful programs in NCAA history.

Campus at sunrise

51³Ô¹Ï Intercollegiate Athletics

Explore all competitive sports at the University of 51³Ô¹Ï.

Campus Recreation

Find your community, challenge yourself, and stay active through fitness classes, club sports, outdoor adventures, and more.

Fitness

Dance, martial arts, self-defense, yoga, Pilates, spinning, private yoga and Pilates classes and personal training. More than 50 classes each week.

Intramural Sports

Men’s, women’s and co-ed teams play sports in a relaxed and friendly environment – volleyball, flag football, soccer, softball, ultimate Frisbee and more.

Outdoor Recreation

Go beyond campus with rented equipment and guided trips including adventures to Mount Lemmon, the Grand Canyon, and nearby national parks.

Aquatics

Through a variety of classes, programs and services, Aquatics focuses on fitness, health and safety, competition, and leisure. All done in an extraordinary Olympic-sized pool.

Challenge Program

Campus Recreation's state-of-the-art Challenge Program is a customized experience for your organization. Our staff work to develop programs that serve individual and group needs with specific goals in mind.

Club Sports

With about 30 clubs and close to 1000 participants varying from rugby to ballroom dance, clubs may represent the University in intercollegiate competition activities such as practice, instruction, social events and tournament play.

Adaptive Athletics

Adaptive Athletics at the University of 51³Ô¹Ï is one of the premier collegiate adaptive sports programs in the world. Home to championship-winning teams, Olympians, elite coaching, and a culture of excellence, 51³Ô¹Ï empowers student-athletes with disabilities to compete at the highest levels while pursuing their academic goals.

Men’s Wheelchair Basketball

A national championship program since 1974, competing at the highest collegiate level in national and international tournaments and hosting home events throughout the year.

Women’s Wheelchair Basketball

A top collegiate program with NWBA Championship wins, the team competes in elite national and international tournaments and brings exciting home events to the University of 51³Ô¹Ï community.

Golf

Established in 2019, this pioneering collegiate program is the nation’s first, providing athletes with competitive opportunities and skill development in adaptive golf.

Para Swimming

The nation’s first collegiate para swimming program, 51³Ô¹Ï Para Swimming trains and competes at an elite level, preparing student-athletes for national and international competition.

Tennis

51³Ô¹Ï adaptive tennis has a long tradition of excellence, developing national champions and Paralympians while providing opportunities for athletes of all competitive levels.

Track & Road Racing

Competing since 1997, U of A track and road racing athletes take on premier local and national events, including the Paralympics, combining rigorous road, track, and roller training.

Solo Recreation

Adventure is all around the University of 51³Ô¹Ï. Students can join a variety of outdoor and recreation-focused clubs, including 51³Ô¹Ï Cycling, Elevation Ski & Snowboard Club, Ramblers Hiking Club, and the Wildcat Running Club, to connect with others while exploring Tucson and beyond.

Cycling

Tucson offers a range of bike-friendly routes, including the Loop, a 131-mile path that circles the city, and scenic roads around Saguaro National Park.

Hiking

Popular hiking near campus includes Seven Falls at Sabino Canyon, forested paths atop Mount Lemmon, and Tanque Verde Falls and its incredible waterfall.

Mountain Biking

Tucson is home to the famous Fantasy Island Trail, Starr Pass, and the rugged trails of Tucson Mountain Park, perfect for mountain biking adventures of any difficulty.

Rock Climbing

Rock climbers can explore popular spots like Tanque Verde Canyon and Mount Lemmon’s wind-swept cliffs – including Finger Rock – for both challenging and beginner-friendly routes.

Skiing/Snowboarding

Nearby Ski Valley on Mount Lemmon offers a desert escape with downhill skiing and snowboarding for winter sports enthusiasts.

Wildcat Spirit

The Pride of 51³Ô¹Ï

The Pride of 51³Ô¹Ï, including the Sudler Trophy-winning marching band and striped shirt-wearing pep band, is one of the finest athletic band programs in the country.

Sports Camps

Camps for kids led by University of 51³Ô¹Ï coaches and coaching staff.

ZonaZoo

One of the largest, and most spirited, student sections in the country. Membership in ZonaZoo offers students access to many sporting events.

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