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Competitive Sports

Get in the Game

Competitive Sports provides opportunities to compete, stay active, build leadership skills, and connect with fellow Penn Staters. Whether you are looking for a recreational league, a student-led club, or an inclusive team experience, there is a place for you to get involved.

From first-time participants to experienced athletes, our programs offer a variety of ways to challenge yourself and build community. Explore the opportunities below and find the team, league, or sport that matches your interests.

Club Sports

Club Sports are student-led organizations that compete against colleges and universities across the country. Participants develop athletic skills, gain leadership experience, and build lasting connections while representing Penn State.

With dozens of clubs ranging from ice hockey to fencing, there are opportunities for a wide variety of interests and experience levels. Join a club, develop your skills, and become part of a competitive and supportive community.

Browse active clubs and request to join through IMLeagues
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Each member of a club must complete a Participation Agreement and Waiver prior to participation in any club activities. This includes faculty, staff, and recreational members. The Club Sports Participation Agreement and Waiver is an online submission through Penn State Campus Recreation’s portal. 

  • Access the portal at imleagues.com/psu
  • Click the orange LOGIN button on the top right of the page
  • Choose the blue PSU LOGIN button once redirected to the Penn State Student Affairs login screen
    • If asked, login to your Penn State Access Account
  • You will be redirected to the Campus Recreation portal. Click on the CLUB SPORTS button to continue.
    • If this is your first time on IMLeagues.com you may be asked to complete your registration. Complete that process, review, and accept the terms and conditions.
  • Find a list of clubs to join by clicking on the PENN STATE UNIVERSITY button in the top left of the window (next to the home and register buttons)
  • Toggle the list of Club Sports organizations by clicking the blue CLUB SPORTS button
  • On the main Club Sports page of IMLeagues.com you will find a list of organizations. Choose the team you wish to join and click the green JOIN TEAM button next to the team's name.
  • Once you've joined or submitted a request to join you'll be directed to the team's page. Here you will find a list of forms you must complete. Choose the CLUB SPORTS PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT to complete the waiver.
  • Fill in all fields as instructed and click the green SUBMIT FOR REVIEW button at the bottom of the form and select your club from the drop-down menu. This completes the registration process.

The Penn State Club Sports Officer Manual serves as the complete guide to all of the policies and procedures required of any Penn State Club Sport.

Any club member serving as a Safety Officer for their club must complete this form and provide copies of current and valid CPR, AED and First Aid Certifications. Only certifications from the following organizations are accepted: American Red Cross (ARC), American Heart Association (AHA), and Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) and must be obtained from taking an in-person or blended learning course (online-only certs are not accepted).

This packet should be completed, printed, and signed by any individual who is looking to coach or instruct a Club Sport.

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Intramural Sports

Intramural Sports offers leagues, tournaments, and special events designed for fun and friendly competition. Sports include basketball, flag football, soccer, badminton, volleyball, and many others.

Whether you join with friends or register as a free agent, intramurals make it easy to stay active and meet new people. Create a team, sign up for a league, and get in the game.

Create a team, join an existing team, or register as a free agent
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Unified Sports

Unified Sports brings together Penn State students and Special Olympics athletes on the same team. Through shared competition and teamwork, participants build friendships while creating a more inclusive campus community.

Programs include basketball, bocce, flag football, tennis, and other activities throughout the year. Get involved, make meaningful connections, and experience the power of inclusive recreation.

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Accessibility Information

Penn State is committed to providing accessible opportunities for participation. The IMLeagues account registration process currently does not fully meet Penn State accessibility standards. If you need assistance creating an account, contact the Competitive Sports Office in 130 Intramural Building, call 814-865-4136, or email clubsports@psu.edu. Penn State is actively working with IMLeagues to improve accessibility, and all other functions within the platform meet Penn State accessibility standards.

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Our events and programs are open to all students regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, or any other protected class. Student Affairs is committed to building a community of belonging for all.