The Benefits of College Intramurals

If sports were your big thing in high school, but you never got recruited to play in college like some of your former teammates, never fear. You don’t have to give up your athletic edge just because you didn’t make the college basketball or football team. Almost every college and university offers some sort of intramural sports program, and it’s becoming more common for schools to foster extramural sports, where non-varsity teams even get to compete against other schools!

First of all, intramural sports programs aim to offer something for everyone. Whether it’s sand volleyball, indoor soccer, softball, kickball, dodge ball, 3-on-3 basketball or ultimate Frisbee, there’s bound to be something to suit your interests. There are also varying skill levels with most intramural programs, so if you’re uber-competitive, you will be placed on the A team and if you’re a little rusty, you will be placed on the B team, according to your skill level. This process helps make room for everyone in intramurals. There’s even some oddball sports offered at some colleges, like pickleball, cornhole and inner tube basketball.

Intramural sports also let girls in on the action. If you were ever the chick on the sidelines at a high school football game who wished she were out on the field instead, you could get your chance at some serious flag football action in college. There are many, many co-ed sports options in college, allowing the girls a chance to play alongside the guys. Some of the most common co-ed sports include volleyball and softball.

Another good thing about intramural sports is it keeps college students active. No one wants to gain the Freshman 15, right? Well, if hanging out with good friends and competing in a sport is a more attractive prospect to you than pounding the pavement or hitting the gym, intramural sports can be a great way to stay physically fit in college. With practices and games constantly on your schedule, you can keep your body in good condition without exercise feeling like a chore. And that’s pretty helpful when you consider all the fattening Ramen noodles and late-night study group pizza you’ll be chowing down on.

Finally, there’s the social aspects of intramurals. Joining an intramural sports team during your first semester will help you connect with like-minded friends right off the bat, especially if you find you don’t have much in common with your roommate. Take a moment today to check out your school’s intramurals—signing up for one could kick off some of your most memorable college experiences.

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