If you’re like me, then
you’re of a high population of students who have been athletic their whole
lives but not quite at the college level. I had always heard about club and
intramural sports but at first thought that they wouldn’t be as much fun as my previous
varsity experience. Boy was I wrong! I am a proud member of the women’s Rugby
team and multiple intramural sports teams such as soccer and basketball.
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| My rugby team in Rhode Island at a tournament |
The women’s rugby team is a
one of the many club sports available here at Fordham. Because we are a club
team, we get a small amount of funding from Fordham and have access to their
facilities such as the football field for practice twice a week and ram vans
for travel. Not only has Rugby fueled my need to be active and healthy, but I have
also made a fantastic new group of friends.
I also thoroughly enjoy playing
with my intramural team each week because they are much needed outlets during
our busy weeks. Games go on every day of the week between 7-11 p.m. I feel as
though they are the perfect balance between intensity and fun. The people on
the field take the game seriously because we all want that t-shirt at the and,
of course, bragging rights! On the other hand, both teams laugh a lot and
congratulate each other on a job well done at the end of every game regardless
of the outcome. One of my favorite characteristics of Fordham students is our
ability to always try our best but keep in mind they we are one big happy
Fordham ramily!
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| Sweet shirts and bragging rights after winning the intramural championship |
So whether you’re someone
who enjoys staying active in a fun and competitive environment, or someone who
will be MVP, there are plenty of outlets. Teams are always excited about new
recruits and there are plenty of skill levels for you to choose from and get
involved.
Blog By: Kristen Hefferan-Horner
