UAlbany's intercollegiate athletics program excels at the NCAA Division I level, producing competitive teams, successful coaches, and outstanding student-athletes recognized for their accomplishments both on the field and in the classroom. The University sponsors 19 varsity sports for men and women. Club sports, an intramural program, and recreational opportunities are also offered.
As a member of the America East Conference, 18 of the school's 19 varsity teams are eligible for conference championships and NCAA post-season competition. Football, a Division I-FCS program, is an associate member of the Northeast Conference.
UAlbany has won 28 conference championships and produced 13 NCAA Tournament teams since moving to Division I. In 2006-07, the Great Danes capured America East Conference titles in men's basketball, men's lacrosse, softball, men's and women's outdoor track and field, men's indoor track, women's volleyball, and baseball. In addition, men's lacrosse and softball became the first teams to record victories in NCAA Division I Tournament Plan.
For information on intercollegiate, club sports and intramurals, contact the Albany Sportsline at (518) 442-DANE (3263), the Intramural Office at 442-5640 or the website at http://www.ualbanysports.com/.
The indoor and outdoor physical education design is among the most comprehensive in the Northeast. TheSEFCU Arena, a state-of-the-art facility; the Physical Education Building, which houses University Gym; and an air-supported bubble are utilized for sporting and cultural activities. In addition, there are lighted tennis courts, racquetball/squash/ handball courts, a swimming pool, a dance studio, and a comprehensive fitness and weight training center. UAlbany recently constructed two all-weather athletic fields. "John Fallon Field" is the home to the men's and women's lacrosse teams. An adjacent surface known as "Alumni Turf Field" is the home turf for women's field hockey in addition to serving as a multi-use recreational field for UAlbany students.
The Department is located in both the SEFCU Arena and the Physical Education Building, (518-442-DANE).
| Men's Sports |
Head Coach |
| Baseball |
Jon Mueller |
| Basketball |
Will Brown |
| Cross Country |
Craig McVey |
| Football |
Bob Ford |
| Indoor Track and Field |
Roberto Vives |
| Lacrosse |
Scott Marr |
| Outdoor Track and Field |
Roberto Vives |
| Soccer |
Johan Aarnio |
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| Women's Sports |
Head Coach |
| Basketball |
Trina Patterson |
| Cross Country |
Craig McVey |
| Field Hockey |
Phil Sykes |
| Golf |
Richard Sauers |
| Indoor Track and Field |
Roberto Vives |
| Lacrosse |
Lindsey Hart |
| Outdoor Track and Field |
Roberto Vives |
| Soccer |
Mary-Frances Monroe |
| Softball |
Chris Cannata |
| Tennis |
Elissa Kinard |
| Volleyball |
M.J. Engstrom |
