TU Campus Recreation

A Guide to Club Sports and Intramurals at Tulane

In high school, I played all sorts of sports and definitely wanted to continue competing in college. If varsity athletics isn’t the choice for you, there are still many different outlets to play the sports that you love! With over 30 club sports organizations, ranging from recreational to competitive, there is ample opportunity to continue a sport that you have played your whole life or try something entirely new.  Plus, if there is a sport that we don’t currently offer, all you need is 10 interested students and you can start your own Tulane sponsored team.

Some club teams practice once a week, while others practice up to four times per week. Some teams travel multiple times per semester, while others play locally. Commitment levels vary, but it’s not hard to find a club that fits into your schedule. You can join multiple or try a few out before you decide.

The men's Ultimate team lines up for the start of a match.

During my first month at Tulane, I joined the Ultimate Frisbee Team. I honestly didn’t know Ultimate was a “real” sport and could barely even throw a frisbee, but I tried it out anyway.  When they said no experience required, they weren’t kidding. I stuck with it, caught on, and now as a senior, I am the team captain. We travel all over the southeast to places like Tallahassee, Atlanta, and Nashville to compete with other colleges and universities; it has provided an incredible opportunity to visit so many new places that I wouldn’t have visited otherwise. It’s great being part of such a close knit team and has truly shaped my college experience.

If you can’t commit to a club team, there is also the option of playing intramural (IM) sports. You can get together with some friends from your floor or even sign up for a team as an individual.

All of the teams in the IM league are made up of Tulane students, faculty, or staff. Teams usually play once a week on our campus field. The schedules for the regular season & championships are all made and managed at the Reily Recreation Center. Tulane has flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, and dodgeball just to name a few. 

Whether your goal is to win the coveted Intramural Championship t-shirts or just to have fun, intramurals are a great way to meet more people and try something new with no added pressure.

Many of the Intramural teams play in the evenings outside on Brown Field, Tulane's very own turf field.

The Reily Recreation Center in all of its glory.

About the Author:

Marypat Henry

Class of 2016 

Freeman School of Business  

Involvement: President of the Association of Club Sports