From a Southern Conference regular season title win to an all-time scoring record, fans have something to cheer for. UNC Greensboro student-athletes certainly understand the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of social distancing. The Division I women’s soccer team is one of the top teams in the Southern Conference. Men’s soccer will compete in exhibition games on Wednesday, Aug. 21, against Montreat College and on Saturday, Aug. 24, against College […]. For many of them, this is their first opportunity to vote. https://uncgspartans.com/news/2020/6/3/athletics-statement-from-kim-record-on-recent-racial-injustice.aspx. I know we will become a stronger team because of our commitment to The Spartan Way. UNCG students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends are all invited to participate in the second annual mile-long march, which […], Seniors Nadine Soliman, Te’ja Twitty, Alexis Pitchford, and Alexus Willey started their UNC Greensboro basketball careers three years ago with a 20-win season and an exciting postseason run. IT SAYS 100% OF THE SCHOOL’S STUDENT-ATHLETES WHO ARE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE, ARE REGISTERED FOR THE NOVEMBER ELECTIO 206 UNCG STUDENT-ATHLETES REGISTERED FROM ALL 17 PROGR. The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. This annual event at Woman’s College provided friendly competition with bowling and relay events between campus literary societies. An NCAA Tournament appearance is on the line for […] Posted in Athletics , Events Women's basketball It’s the land of Michael Jordan, the Atlantic Coast Conference, and bitter rivalries. The 1973 women’s golf team, featuring future pro Donna Horton White and coached by Nancy Porter, won UNCG’s first national golf championship. 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Throughout the year, the Spartan Club, and each of the Spartan varsity teams host special events and hospitality gatherings to promote interest in the athletic programs at UNCG. The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) Athletics Department achieved its goal of having 100% of its student-athletes who are eligible to vote register for the Nov. 3 election. A national runner-up in 1983 and Big South tournament champion in 1997, the women’s tennis team has been a tough one to match. 1 overall seed in the National […], UNC Greensboro men’s basketball announced its 2019-20 regular season schedule today, which features a combined nine games against teams that were in either the NCAA Tournament or NIT last season and 10 games against opponents that finished the year in the top 100 of the NCAA NET rankings. I feel deep emotions of anger, frustration, sadness, and disappointment for you. UNCG’s Paul Chelimo broke records and won the Southern Conference Cross Country Championship, Runner of the Year, and NCAA East Regional Championship before winning silver in the 5000-meter event at the 2016 Olympics. Today we field 17 Division I Southern Conference teams and boast championships and records. Pictured in front of what is now Foust Building, UNCG’s Class of 1900 basketball team nicknamed themselves the “Naughty Naughts.”. The Civil Rights Museum was a perfect backdrop to share a powerful message about the importance of voting. The Division I baseball team has had 14 winning seasons since 1999, players have been drafted to Major League Baseball, and in 2006 the team beat top-ranked North Carolina, a first in any UNCG sport. With that in mind, I will commit to conducting additional wellness checks on our student-athletes and staff, implementing additional diversity and inclusion training for our coaches and staff, and enhancing the overall student-athlete experience. All rights reserved. She also held the title of assistant athletic director since 2017. Athletics Posted on June 16, 2020 , updated on June 29, 2020 by Matthew Johnston I have a responsibility to my student-athletes, coaches, and staff members to support them by initiating uncomfortable discussions about race and not being complicit in perpetuating injustice through silence. GREENSBORO — UNCG officials don't know where the COVID-19 cluster on their women's basketball team originated, athletics director Kim Record said, but the university is … "Following the NCAA's lead, UNCG director of athletics Kim Record announced recently that there would be no athletic-related activities on Election Day. A difficult non-conference schedule boasts three matchups […], UNC Greensboro announced Monday that Ashley Leonard has been named women’s golf head coach. The near capacity crowd was the largest to ever see a UNCG athletic event. I stand in solidarity with the Black community against systemic racism, hatred, and injustice and extend my unwavering support to break down racial barriers and be part of the solution. Alum Andy Bare became the first Spartan to qualify for a major golf tournament when he qualified for the 106th US Open in 2006. "I am so proud of SAAC and the athletic department for reaching 100 percent voter registration," UNCG SAAC president Maria Esch said. UNCG Athletics achieves 100% voter registration participation, TALK. Both men’s and women’s track and field have a history of national qualifiers and record setters. Since returning to campus in August, several Spartan teams have created voting videos for social media. The NCAA Public Recognition Award is bestowed on teams with […], Students are back on campus. The count begins: 30 seconds to air. All rights reserved. Overall, 206 UNCG student-athletes registered from all 17 programs. The UNCG men’s and women’s basketball teams will compete in their respective SoCon tournaments March 5-9 in Asheville, North Carolina. Department of Recreation & Wellness UNC Greensboro 212 Kaplan Center, PO Box 26170 Greensboro, NC 27402-6170 VOICE 336.334.5924 FAX 336.334.4017 EMAIL recwell@uncg… Your voices must be heard. Hide/Show Additional Information For North Dakota State - February 8, 2020 That’s why the emergence of UNCG men’s basketball – in […] Posted in Campus & Community, NFeed Tagged Athletics Clinicals and corner kicks for UNCG student-athlete. They competed in the Southern Conference title game for a third consecutive season and earned the No. Physical culture student Phoebe Pegram was so good at Indian clubs by her fourth year at the State Normal and Industrial School, she was asked to stay and teach. Men's basketball coaches Wes Miller of UNCG and Will Jones of North Carolina A&T State and the Spartan and Aggie teams partnered to produce a public service announcement to encourage voter participation. Thinking about the recent and continued incidents of racial injustice hurts my heart and fills me with grief. I know you are suffering. "I am proud of our student-athletes," Record said. They take this responsibility seriously. Copyright © 2020. The Spartan Club is a non-profit organization which endeavors to secure the financial support for UNCG student-athletes. UNCG volleyball (Coach Corey Carlin), women’s golf (Coach Janell Howland), baseball (Coach Link Jarrett), and men’s tennis (Coach Jeff Trivette) were recognized. Long starts every day with our campus motto, “Service,” on her mind. Men’s and women’s cross country squads competed in the NCAA Southeast Regionals in 2016-17, finishing 29th overall. All rights reserved. The official composite schedule for the . Since returning to campus in August, several Spartan teams have created voting videos for social media. The official 2020 Softball schedule for the . An NCAA Tournament appearance is on the line for […]. On December 5, 2008, it was announced that UNCG would be moving their home games to the Greensboro Coliseum for the 2009–2010 season. We will continue to discover and develop champions in life. The Athletic Training Program’s next comprehensive review, including a self-study and on-site review, is scheduled to occur during the 2027-2028 academic year. UNCG’s Southern Conference men’s basketball team plays all home games at the Greensboro Coliseum. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites. The UNCG athletics department receives no state funding and depends mainly on student fees, basketball ticket sales, sponsorships and private dollars to fund its budget. The national Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) has encouraged student-athletes to exercise their right to vote during a tumultuous time in America. "Voting for our elected officials, local and national, is the cornerstone of American democracy and is a great first step in orchestrating larger changes in our country. An environment like this one isn’t always welcoming to newcomers. But this year, all things hoops came to a screeching halt. Classes have begun. Following the NCAA's lead, UNCG director of athletics Kim Record announced recently that there would be no athletic-related activities on Election Day. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Spartan student-athletes understand the impact their vote can make towards improving social injustices. In mid-March, sports were placed on pause and tournaments were canceled, and rightfully so. Nadine Soliman poured in 24 while pulling down eight rebounds, hitting 4-of-5 from beyond the arc on the afternoon.