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Sport Clubs

A sport club is a group of individuals organized for the purpose of furthering their interest in an activity through participation and competition. Sport clubs can be organized for any recreational activity for which there is sufficient student interest. The formation and initiative to start a sport club is dependent upon effective student leadership. The interest, the work, the organization and the the participation is the responsibility of the club members; and therefore, the success belongs to the sport club exclusively.

Recreational or competitive, these clubs are created to further interest in a particular sport and are recognized by the University. Drake students, faculty and staff are welcome to participate. 

Sport clubs allow you to compete at a high level while representing Drake University throughout the state, region, and nation. If you would like more information about existing sport clubs, or would like to start a new sport club, contact the Associate Director of Recreational Services at 515-271-3500.

Sport Club Interest Form

All clubs are actively looking for players for the current and upcoming seasons!
If you would like to join or have more questions, please fill out the sport club interest form.

Active Sport Clubs

Learn more about each sport club including practice times and equipment requirements.

Our mission is to provide a fun and welcoming environment for Drake students to play tennis for both recreational and traveling members.

Follow us on Instagram:
Drake Tennis Club

Travel:
Players will carpool by car to all
tournaments.

Equipment:
The only thing you will need is
tennis shoes!

Practice: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm
@Tennis Center

Presidents: Amy Matronia or Jason Miller

Currently a growing club looking to create an amazing experience for Drake University hockey players. Please consider supporting to help raise funds for ice costs, uniforms, and league fees.We are excited to share this experience with you! Visit our website for more information.

Practices:
RecPlex in West Des Moines, IA:
6500 Grand Ave,
West Des Moines, IA 50266

President:
Shelby Baufield

Travel:
Players carpool to practices and most games in their personal vehicles. Some bus trips will be taken as well.

Equipment:
Drake blue helmet along with all player gear. Jerseys will be provided!

Drake University is excited to announce the launch of Men’s Lacrosse, with the program set to begin play as a club team in Fall 2026. This addition reflects Drake’s continued commitment to expanding club and recreational opportunities and supporting the growth of emerging sports on campus. The Men’s Lacrosse Club will provide students the opportunity to compete at a high level while balancing academic excellence and representing the Bulldog tradition of leadership, teamwork, and campus involvement. Additional details regarding organization, leadership, and participation opportunities will be shared as the University prepares to welcome this new club program.

If you are interested in playing Men's Lacrosse at Drake, reach out to Head Coach Chris Nickell.

We are the Men’s Volleyball Club at Drake University! Our mission is to provide a fun and welcoming environment for Drake students to play volleyball for both recreational and traveling members. Activities will include weekly practices for members and various tournaments per
semester for traveling members.

We are looking for new volleyball recruits to join our club! There are no tryouts, and all skill levels are welcome. If you want to learn more about the game of volleyball and potentially travel for tournaments.

Follow us on Instagram:
Drake Men's Volleyball Club

Practice: Wednesday, Thursdays 7:30-9:30pm
@Shivers
President: Isaac Cho

Travel:
Players will carpool by car to all tournaments. All gas is reimbursed by the club.

Equipment:
The only thing you will need is tennis shoes! (Basketball shoes or volleyball shoes are recommended).

Our team is made up of both undergraduate and graduate students of all majors!  We are a competitive group looking for players who have had previous high school or club experience.  The club is welcome to any and all positions and willing to coach players to help the team succeed.

Activities will include 2-3 practices per week in the evenings. We try to schedule 3-4 tournaments per semester for traveling members. The club also will host team bonding and fundraising events throughout the year.

Practices will be fun, high intensity, and competitive.

Follow us on Instagram:
Drake Women's Volleyball Club

Practice: Tuesdays, Thursdays 7:30-9:30pm
@Shivers
Presidents: Sophie DeStefanis

Travel:
Players will carpool by car to all tournaments.

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