Varsity Athletics
A member of the Ivy League, our approach to sports goes beyond wins and losses. Penn athletics are built on character first, and on the continued development of young adults who are both students and athletes.
Varsity Sports
As an original member of the NCAA Division 1 Athletics League, Penn has a rich sports history. Across campus and throughout Philadelphia, our athletes support each other, learn leadership skills, and have a positive impact on the community. Athletics is a large part of our campus culture, bringing members of the Penn community together in pride, competitive spirit, and camaraderie as they cheer on our Quakers!
With a commitment to providing a well-rounded athletic experience, we offer a broad range of varsity sports for both men and women.
Men’s Sports Teams
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Football
- Sprint Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Rowing (lightweight)
- Rowing (heavyweight)
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Women’s Sports Teams
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Sports Facilities
With over 10 sports facilities across campus and throughout Philadelphia, Penn offers a wide array of places for you to stay active. Whether you’re looking to cheer on the football team at Franklin Field (and catch our toast throwing tradition in action) or get a workout in at the Pottruck Fitness Center—the state of the art 120,000 square foot facility serving the Penn community —you’ll find plenty of spaces that support athletic excellence here at Penn.
