Did you ever wish that you could still partake in sports after high school but didn’t end up playing in college? The Student Recreation Center just might have the answer you have been looking for: intramural sports. These activities can offer a way to participate with fellow classmates in a fun, yet competitive atmosphere.
The SRC offers several kinds of sports and activities, like flag football, volleyball, basketball, softball, kickball tournaments, badminton, dodgeball tournaments, table tennis tournaments, soccer and video game tournaments.
Many students said they are already excited for the upcoming intramural seasons. Nadia Williamson, freshman undecided major, said she is particularly anxious to participate.
“I’m extremely stoked about intramural sports,” Williamson said. “It’s the best thing ever.”
George Jeng, senior information systems major, said he believes that participating in intramural sports is a great way to socialize.
“It’s a good way to meet new people, with some friendly competition,” Jeng said.
According to the SRC Intramural Team Entry Form, it’s possible to put teams together in a variety of ways, such as groups consisting of a fraternity, sorority, residence hall, or even an international team.
Intramural Supervisor Amy Stonebreaker said she is happy with the role intramural sports serve in the student community.
“It’s a good social atmosphere to have fun with your friends,” Stonebreaker said.
Word of mouth has helped to spread the word about intramural sports to a myriad of students this year at ESU.
“I know a lot of people, so I hear a lot of stuff,” Jeng said. “I’ve also been going to school here for four years.”
As of now, the main sports accepting teams are flag football and kickball, with more to come at a later date.
To get a team for flag football together, students must find a group of people (a maximum of 20), submit a $30 fee and head down to the SRC center to sign up before September 11. Games will be held Sept. 21 through Oct. 22, Monday through Thursday. All teams will play two days a week, so be sure to write down on the sign-up sheet when your team can’t play. The games will be held at the intramural fields north of Interstate 35, under the bridge north of Welch Stadium. The league winners will receive a free shirt for each teammate.
To sign up for kickball, teams must have between nine and 16 people, and sign up is required before Sept. 16. The tournament will be held on Sept. 17, from 4 p.m. until dark. The tournament will also be held at the intramural fields north of Interstate 35. The kickball tournament is free.
For a complete listing off all sports and activities, visit the student recreation Web site at http://www.emporia.edu/recsport, or call the Recreation Programs Department at 620-341-6778. Information can also be retrieved at the Student Recreation Center’s reception desk.
Zac Burt/The Bulletin
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