As part of the NCAA's Division III Identity Initiative in 2010,
Division III Week was created to bring attention to the
student-athletes competing in the largest division in the
NCAA. Schools like Heidelberg are charged with promoting the
academic and athletic achievements of our students.
Follow your passions and discover your
potential
The college experience is a time of learning and growth –
a chance to follow passions and develop potential. For
student-athletes in Division III, this happens most importantly in
the classroom and through earning an academic degree.
The Division III experience provides for passionate
participation in a competitive athletics environment, where
student-athletes push themselves to excellence and build upon their
academic success with new challenges and life skills. And
student-athletes are encouraged to pursue the full spectrum of
opportunities available during their time in college.
In this way, Division III provides an integrated environment for
student-athletes to take responsibility for their own paths, follow
their passions and their potential through a comprehensive
educational experience. (taken from the NCAA Division III
strategic platform)
Division III at Heidelberg
Roughly half of the incoming students to Heidelberg classify
themselves as student-athletes. As of April 7, 2014,
Heidelberg's 20 varsity teams have a combined 457 players on their
rosters.
Many of the teams have enjoyed sustained athletic success over
the past decade, highlighted by many appearances in national
competition.
More importantly, Heidelberg student-athletes have been
recognized locally, regionally and nationally for their efforts
academically.
HU's Division III Week Events
Giveaways and special activities will be held at three home
events during Division III Week.
- Tuesday, April 8: Women's Tennis vs. Capital, 3:30
p.m.
- Wednesday, April 9: Softball vs. Capital, 3 p.m.
- Saturday, April 12: Baseball vs. Marietta, 1 p.m.
Online, the HU Athletics website will run a feature story that
highlights the accomplishments of our Student Princes.
