General Information
SPORT CLUBS
To organize a new club, contact Matt Nuesell, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports, at 753-5704. You may also come by the office, located in Room E-248 in Park Center or email Matt at Matthew.Nuesell@cortland.edu
WHAT IS A SPORT CLUB?
A sport club offers members of the SUNY Cortland community (students, and in some cases faculty and staff) to further their common interest, knowledge and skill in an activity through participation and/or competition. These interests can be competitive, recreational, or instructional in nature. Clubs may represent the university in intercollegiate competition or conduct activities such as practice, instruction, and social and tournament play.
The clubs are meant to be a learning experience for the members through their involvement in fund-raising, public relations, organization, administration, budgeting, and scheduling, as well as developing skills in their sport.
Baseball Club (1995) is competitive and successful in the National Club Baseball Association (NCBA). If you are interested in playing baseball without the time commitment of varsity athletics, try this club.
Men’s Basketball Club (2005) is a competitive club, organized for play against area colleges. Talented men are welcome to try out for the club.
Women’s Basketball Club (2003) plays competitively against other college clubs, including Cornell, Colgate, and Ithaca. All female students are welcome to try out for the club. If you would like to contact the team, please e-mail: Cortlandwomensclubbasketball@hotmail.com
Cheerleading Club (2006) supports the athletic teams by leading cheers and raising the level of fan support at football games and men’s and women’s basketball games. The team is competitive and participates in local and national competitions. Try-outs are held before the football and basketball seasons. Cheerleading incorporates stunting, tumbling, dance, and cheering. The experience from being a part of this program not only channels enthusiasm in a constructive and beneficial manner, but will give participants a sense of pride and accomplishment in being a part of a group that is hard-working and respected.
Cortland Dance Company (2005) is a new and upcoming dance company on campus. All males and females are welcome to come and participate. There are no tryouts for the company, but there are tryouts to be a principal dancer. They perform at shows, charities, and competitions around the state. They foster an intelligent appreciation of dance, including Hip Hop, ballet, tap, African dance, jazz, and modern dance as an art form through performances, lectures, and demonstrations. They provide training and performance experience for amateur dancers and they provide a means for them to display their abilities. For all who are interested please contact us at: SunyDance@cortland.edu
Cycling Club (2004) incorporates three levels of participation. Recreational cycling includes fun rides at local “hot spots.” Instructional cycling incorporates basic mechanic skills taught through the Community Bicycle Program, and includes skills for mountain and road riding. Finally, competitive cyclists race intercollegiately in the Eastern Collegiate Cycling Conference (ECCC).
Email: sunycortlandcyclingclub@yahoo.com
Danceworks (1999) continues to grow and excel each year. All women are welcome to try out for the football and/or basketball seasons. They perform at halftime during these seasons and also compete in the spring semester. The club was organized to promote the physical, mental, and emotional well being of the participants and to add to the entertainment of various athletic events.
Equestrian Club (2004) provides a fun and affordable way for students, faculty, and staff to be able to be involved with the sport of horse back riding. They are partners with a local barn that has been very generous as the club grows. Each member of the club is scheduled for a series of lessons and also volunteers time at the barn. It’s a wonderful way to meet people with the same interests and also to ride! The members range from complete beginners to highly advanced riders.
Email: HorseClub@cortland.edu
Field Hockey Club (2001) competes against local colleges and universities in the NYSCFHL. While the club is competitive within their league, all students interested in this sport are welcome to join the club.
Golf Club (2002) members can learn, practice and perfect their golf skills at a competitive level. The club’s home course is at Willowbrook Golf Club in Cortland. The club also competes against other college clubs at local golf courses.
Gymnastics Club (2001) offers the opportunity to learn and practice gymnastics on a recreational or competitive level without the pressure of a varsity program. The club is always open to new members and participates in intercollegiate competitions.
Hula Hoop Club (2009) was formed upon ideas of bringing together those with like minds and hearts who share the same passion for life and creativity. Hula hooping enlightens the body and spirit and is enjoyable at all levels of experience. We encourage all who are interested to come and check out what the club has to offer and welcome those of all different ages and ability. Hula hooping synchronizes love, dance, and music; three elements of a happy human psyche. So when in doubt…hoop it out!
Men’s Ice Hockey Club (1985) is a great way to continue playing ice hockey without the full commitment to varsity athletics. The club is a member of the Northeast Collegiate Hockey League (NECHL) in Division I of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA). Students who would like to play competitively can try out for one of 21 positions available. Look for the flyers and emails announcing tryout dates in the fall semester. If you would like to contact the Men’s Ice Hockey Club, please e-mail: Cortlandclubhockey@yahoo.com
Kickline Club (1990) performs at halftime for both varsity football and basketballs games and also competes. Tryouts are held in the fall, and they practice five days a week. Dynamic routines, choreographed using a variety of dance styles and music, are always a crowd pleaser. Kickline is a great way to get in shape, make lasting friendships, and have a lot of fun. If you would like to contact the Kickline Club, please e-mail: Cortlandkickline@hotmail.com
Men’s Lacrosse Club (1994) provides an opportunity to pursue an interest in, as well as promote and gain knowledge of lacrosse. As a member in the National Club Lacrosse League (NCLL) members compete against clubs from other universities and colleges. In April of 2006 & 2008, the club won the NCLL Division II National Championship. If you would like to contact the Men’s Lacrosse Club, please e-mail: Cortlandmensclublax@hotmail.com
Women’s Lacrosse Club (2002) is a highly respected and organized club. They are successful on the field, competing against local colleges and universities clubs and varsity teams. Annually, they organize a trip out of state to play regional teams and host a six-team home tournament.
Outdoor Adventure Club (1975) provides opportunities for its entire membership to take part in many wonderful outdoor activities such as camping, whitewater rafting, paintball and snowshoeing. Membership is open to anyone with such interests, regardless of the amount of experience.
Paintball Club (2009) is a competitive club team that will be brand new this year. The style of play will be a 5-person speedball format. Speedball is a variation of paintball that is played on small, flat fields, and as its name suggests, the pace of the game is very quick. Players are in much closer proximity to each other at the start of games and the only barriers on the field are man-made bunkers. Stealth is not as important as teamwork, timing, accurate shooting and fast-paced strategies. The objective of speedball is similar to other paintball games, with the goal to eliminate the other team or capture a flag and return it to your base. Speedball is intended for people who like to run, dive, slide, shoot fast, play hard and play quick games.
Roller Hockey (2008) is a newly organized club that offers students the opportunity to practice and compete against their peers. The club hopes to compete against other collegiate roller hockey clubs this year.
Men’s Rugby Club (1970) gives students the opportunity to learn, practice and compete in this successful club. The club competes against other schools in Division I of the New York State Rugby Conference.
Women’s Rugby Club (1993) traditionally places very high in the Upstate New York Collegiate Tournament and in regional and national tournaments. The club provides a competitive, yet relaxed, highly physical and social atmosphere for exploring this fairly new sport for women as a West Division II member of the New York State Rugby Conference.
Running Club (2006) was formed for students who want to “run for a cause,” regardless of their experience. Funds generated from events that the club hosts or participates in are donated to worthy causes of the club’s choosing.
Ski/Snowboard Club (1995) welcomes all students, faculty and staff, beginners to experts, who are interested in skiing or snowboarding. In a partnership with Greek Peak Mountain Resort, student members receive discounts on their season passes. Members also go on trips to various places such as Mt. Treblant in Canada as well as Killington in Vermont. This club provides great experience for the avid skier or snowboarder.
Men’s Soccer Club (2000) offers students the chance to compete at a competitive level and increase their knowledge of soccer. The club was designed to be recreational in nature and less structured than a varsity sport, while still competing with other college soccer clubs. If you would like to contact the Men’s Soccer Club, please e-mail: Cortlandmensclubsoccer@hotmail.com
Women’s Soccer Club (1999) was established to allow students to develop their own soccer skills and to continue to participate competitively without the time commitment of a varsity sport. If you would like to contact the Women’s Soccer Club, please e-mail: Cortlandwomensclubsoccer@hotmail.com
Women’s Softball Club (2001) competes in the North Atlantic - North Conference of the National Club Softball Association (NCSA). Members competitively practice, improve their skills, play the sport, and have a lot of fun without the time required of a varsity sport. In April of 2008, the club qualified for and competed in the NSCA World Series.
Swim Club (2002) provides opportunity for men and women to swim in a structured environment without the rigors of a varsity team. No experience is necessary and all students are welcome.
Table Tennis Club (2008): The Table Tennis Club practices every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. and every Sunday at 6:30p.m. It was started to help Table Tennis athletes of various skill levels improve and develop their game. We currently have 6 tables and practice in Park Center, down in the squash courts. The club is part of the National Collegiate Table Tennis Association (NCTTA) and plans on traveling to and competing in many tournaments. If you are interested in playing this incredible life-long sport, please contact Brandon Herwick at Brandon.Herwick@gmail.com. Bring a friend and come try your hand in one of the fastest and most amazing games in the world, Table Tennis!
Tae Kwon Do Club (2000) is open to any student, faculty or staff member. The club operates on recreational and instructional, as well as competitive levels for the more advanced participants. Classes are broken up into three basic sections: basics and techniques, forms and self-defense and sparring. If you would like to contact the Tae Kwon Do Club, please e-mail: Cortlandtkd@hotmail.com
Ultimate Frisbee (2009) is a group of people who love to play Frisbee, have fun, and play a game without competitive pressure. Participants can come together and a have a good time. The club plays Ultimate Frisbee most days and they plan to travel to tournaments all over the region on various weekends throughout the semester.
Men’s Club Volleyball Team (1989) competes throughout the year in the Division I - North conference of the Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association. Most players have played on high school, Junior Olympic and/or Empire State Game teams, but all students with athletic ability and interest are welcome to participate. The fall semester is preseason and tournament play; the spring semester is a 12-match season with postseason tournaments. The team annually competes in the NIRSA Collegiate Volleyball Club National Championship.
Women’s Volleyball Club (2000) members learn, practice and compete in the sport of volleyball without the full-time commitment of varsity athletics. The team of approximately 15 members is a member of the Northeastern Women’s Volleyball Club League (NWVCL), and annually competes in the NIRSA Collegiate Volleyball Club National Championship.
Water Ski/Wakeboard (2007) Water Ski/Wakeboard Club welcomes all students, faculty and staff who are interested in water skiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, barefoot, trick, and jump skiing. This club welcomes all skill levels, from beginners to expert, and is intended for recreational activity with the possibility of competition. Joining the club is a great way to meet new people with some of the same interests.