Penn has a rich history of athletics. Across campus and throughout Philadelphia, team members support each other, learn leadership skills, and have a positive impact on the community.
A few fun facts:
- Every year, Franklin Field plays host to the Penn Relays, the largest and longest-running track and field meet in the United States.
- Known as the “Cathedral of College Basketball,” Penn’s Palestra has hosted more NCAA tournament games than any other arena.
- The University’s 100+ member band has rallied the Red and Blue faithful while spurring Penn’s teams to victory for more than 110 years.
- A total of 200 Olympic athletes have represented Penn in every summer games from 1900 to 2012.
- Devoted Eagles fans celebrate the team’s connection to Penn’s historic football stadium. The Philadelphia Eagles practiced and competed on Franklin Field for a decade through 1970.
Penn Athletics and Recreation