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Athletics and Recreation

NCAA Division III sports

Manchester has produced 70 All-Americans throughout the years.

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of Manchester’s student body participates in intercollegiate athletics
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D3 Sports

We love our sports teams. GO SPARTANS!

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Athletic Success

Our baseball, track and field, and cross country teams consistently find themselves in the national spotlight. Student-athletes win Academic All-Conference, All-Conference and All-American honors, and our coaches garner accolades too. Spartan athletics is a winning tradition!

Digital Media students with camera

Spartan Stream

Spartan Stream is an online broadcasting station of Manchester University in North Manchester, Ind. A co-curricular, student-run organization, Spartan Stream features audio and video programming documenting Manchester events and student-generated content. Access to a live stream is present on the site when live events are broadcasted.

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Manny

Manchester’s most famous fan is Manny, our mascot. You might see him venturing beyond the athletic fields from time to time, participating in various student activities on campus. And at the game, you never know, he just might challenge you to a dance-off at halftime!

Black and Gold Visit Day spartan mascot walking on campus

Homecoming

Homecoming is a time to show your Spartan Pride. Great food, great people and great events are mapped out for the whole weekend. This is an event that will keep you coming back to campus long after you’ve graduated!

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The Smith Gate

The Smith Gate leading to the Manchester athletic facilities is a gift from a former student-athlete. The commemorative plaque, “Honor comes from playing by the rules,” reminds us that being a Spartan student-athlete goes far beyond the confines of the playing field.

Karly in a tennis team huddle

Intramural Sports

Intramurals at Manchester University promote sport and fun activities that benefit active and healthy lifestyles, recreational play and competition in the MU community, respect for all officials, opponents, and players, and development of physical, social, and mental well-being of all participants

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Eports

Esports has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States over the past decade. The market for esports is continuing to grow and shows no signs of slowing down. You can find esport matches on ESPN and digital media platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. Collegiate esports players will use their skills in problem solving and critical thinking to excel in academics.

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