Compete Fiercely: Roadrunner Athletics

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Ah, the home of the Roadrunners. You are bound to catch an exciting game either on the field, diamond, court, or in the pool. That’s where you’ll find Emile, a junior Economics major from Belgium. Why Ramapo? Why Division III? Emile, it’s time for you to dive right in.

– Hello, Alex and hello everyone. I’m so glad to have you all here. As an international student from Belgium, I always knew I wanted to be a student athlete in America and Ramapo enabled me to fulfill that dream. Ramapo is home to highly competitive NCAA Division III athletics. My swim coach, as well as all of the coaches here always emphasize that our number one priority is our education. In fact, Ramapo student athletes consistently maintain an above average cumulative GPA. Ramapo cares about its athletes and makes sure we have access to top tier athletic facilities, personalized academic support, and priority registrations to make sure our classes fit with our practices and game schedules. Why Division III? Well, Division III offers a unique combination between athletics and academics. No one at the Division III is eligible to receive athletic scholarships, which means all the time and dedication we put into our sport is truly for the love of the game. And Ramapo sure knows how to make you feel supported as an athlete, especially with the community send off every time we make it to the NCAA tournament. Ramapo is home to highly competitive club and intramural teams. These club teams travel and practice just like the Division III teams. Dance, cheer, and ice hockey have all been very successful, with ice hockey placing third in the nation this past season. We also have club lacrosse, soccer, and even rock climbing. These club teams offer you the opportunity to have fun and improve without the commitment of being an NCAA athlete. Coming to America I never knew I would be able to combine academics and athletics so well, but that’s exactly what I was able to do right here at Ramapo. I already hold two school records and have received quality academic training. That’s all for me right now. Back to you, Alex.

– What great information, Emile. The Roadrunners have made more than 150 NCAA tournament appearances and club teams hold national and regional titles, too. With incredible athletic facilities, dedicated coaches, and a community invested in your success, I now understand why athletic alumni say, “Once a Roadrunner, always a Roadrunner.”