The foundation of having students strive toward athletic excellence is based upon the philosophy that programs which are broad-based, equitable and dedicated to the well-being of the student-athlete help to enrich other aspects of their lives. As part of a commitment to athletic excellence, Oswego supports 24 intercollegiate sports for men and women, coaching and support staff, comprehensive athletic facilities, a Sports Information Department and training facilities.

Over the years, Oswego has built a reputation for excellence on and off the playing field and in the classroom. In 2006-07, several teams and individuals qualified for postseason competition and representation at the NCAA Division III championships in their sports -- including the men's hockey team winning the national championship. Oswego again boasted many All-Americans from a variety of sports. Academically, more than 100 Lakers earned All-Academic honors from the SUNY Athletic Conference every year.

Laker teams compete in and are affiliated with several athletic conferences. Oswego competes under NCAA Division III auspices with most teams competing in the State University of New York Athletic Conference and the Eastern College Athletic Conference. Some teams also have affiliations with the New York State Women's Collegiate Athletic Association, the New York State Collegiate Track Conference and the Empire Collegiate Wrestling Conference.

For more information, contact Ryoko Sekiguchi, academic/life skills coordinator, at sekiguch@oswego.edu.

Oswego State is proud of its tradition of graduating successful student-athletes. For the 2006-07 academic year, women's basketball player Kelly Mraz was named Outstanding Female Senior Athlete and men's ice hockey player Ryan Woodward was the Outstanding Male Senior Athlete.