SUNY Delhi will begin NCAA Division III full-time membership for the 2021-22 season, effective September 1, 2021. It is the culmination of a four-year transition process to realign the college and its student-athletes with the highest level for academic and athletic success. The Broncos are eligible to compete for NCAA national championship events and postseason recognition.
The seeds for this transition were planted in 2015 when the Broncos made the move from the junior college level to four-year athletics, becoming dual members of the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). SUNY Delhi was approved for NCAA exploratory membership for the 2017-18 year, followed by an invitation the following year to begin the three-year provisional membership process. During this time the Broncos settled in to their permanent conference home in the North Atlantic Conference (NAC) for all their athletics programs, earning league championships in cross country, golf, and track & field.
Conference Affiliations
North Atlantic Conference (NAC) – Basketball (M&W), Cross Country (M&W), Golf (M), Lacrosse (M), Soccer (M&W), Softball (W), Swimming & Diving (M&W), Tennis (M&W), Outdoor Track & Field (M&W), Volleyball (W)
All Atlantic Region Track and Field Conference (AARTFC) – Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field (M&W)
About NCAA Division III
More than 180,000 student-athletes at 450 institutions make up Division III, the largest NCAA division both in number of participants and number of schools. The Division III experience offers participation in a competitive athletic environment that pushes student-athletes to excel on the field and build upon their potential by tackling new challenges across campus.
Academics are the primary focus for Division III student-athletes. The division minimizes the conflicts between athletics and academics and helps student-athletes progress toward graduation through shorter practice and playing seasons and regional competition that reduces time away from academic studies. Participants are integrated on campus and treated like all other members of the student body, keeping them focused on being a student first.
The Three D's
DiscoverDivision III student-athletes are encouraged to pursue their interests and passions beyond the classroom and field of play…to discover themselves. |
DevelopDivision III institutions provide an environment that encourages student-athletes to develop into well-rounded adults. Small class sizes, the ability to participate in more than one sport, and an emphasis on participating activities outside of the classroom are all hallmarks of the Division III experience. |
DedicateDivision III institutions expect student-athletes to dedicate themselves to achieving their potential. Student-athletes must manage their busy schedules, keep up with class work and face the same challenges as the rest of the student-body. |