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Q: What is the difference between a sport club and a varsity athletic program?
     All sport clubs are student-run.  All clubs are organized and led by students of Towson
     University.  The clubs range in nature from recreational/instructional to competitive.
     While varsity athletic sports are funded by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
     and compete in the NCAA, the Sport Club Organization is funded by the Student
     Government Association and funds raised by each club.

Q: What is the difference between intramural sports and sport clubs?
     Sport clubs is a student run organization open to all full-time Towson University 
     students. The sport clubs compete against other universities at both on campus and
     off campus locations. Intramural sports play on campus against other Towson 
         students. Both program areas accept players of all skill levels.

   Q: Why should I join a sport club?
        There are many benefits of joining a sport club at TU.  They include, but are not limited
        to, getting the opportunity to participate or compete in a sport activity, developing
        leadership roles and creating memorable experiences with new friends who share the
        same interests as you.

   Q: How do I join a club?
        See the Sport Club Listings section to retrieve contact information for any club you may
        be interested in joining.  You can also stop in the Sport Club office, Burdick Hall Room
        150, or call us at (410) 704-3598.

   Q: What kind of experience do I need to join a club?
        There is No Experience Necessary.  Although clubs do vary in competitiveness, they
        accept all skill levels and all individuals have the opportunity to participate.

   Q: Are there tryouts for sport clubs?
        Some clubs choose to conduct tryouts while others do not.  When tryouts are held, the
        specific club will field multiple teams, allowing each individual an opportunity to
        participate with the club.  Club officers, in accordance with the club's constitution,
        determine the tryout process.  Currently, the Towson University Sport Club
        Organization does not allow any clubs to make "cuts".

   Q: How much money does it cost to participate with a sport club?
        All costs vary for each sport club, depending on planned club activities.  Please contact
        the specific club you are interested in to find out about all potential costs associated
        with the club.

   Q: How are sport clubs funded?
        The Sport Club Organization at Towson University is funded by the Student
        Government Association and individual clubs are allocated funds by the Sport Club
        Council.  All sport clubs in good standing have the option to request funding.  Any
        financial support gives is to be looked upon as a subsidy, with the remaining costs
        being paid by the club members and/or the club's general account.  Clubs raise
        money through fundraisers, alumni donations and membership dues.

   Q: How do I start a new sport club?
        Please contact the Assistant Director of Sport Clubs at (410) 704-3598, or visit the
        Sport Club office in Burdick Hall - Room 150 to set up a time to learn the entire
        process of starting a new sport club.

   Q:  Where do sport clubs practice/play games?
         Towson University provides field space and gym space for the Sport Club
         Organization.  Since Towson University cannot offer facilities for all of the sport clubs,
         the SCO provides funding for those clubs who must practice off-campus.

   Q: Who do sport clubs play against?
        While the level of competition may vary, the sport clubs compete against other
        universities and recreational teams throughout the nation.

   Q: How do sport clubs travel to off-campus events?
        Depending on travel plans and budgeting opportunities, clubs have the option to
        request rental vans, bus services, and airfare or provide their own means of
        transportation.  Club officers submit travel itineraries and travel rosters for all off-
        campus events, which are approved by the Assistant Director of Sport Clubs. 

 
   Q: Who is eligible to join a sport club at Towson University?
        All full-time undergraduate, fee-paying students are eligible for full participation. Those
        eligible for limited participation in our organization include:

• Part-time undergraduate fee-paying students

• Graduate fee paying students

• Faculty

• Staff

• Coaches

        “Limited participation” excludes members from:

• voting on club business

• holding office in the club or SCO

• receiving allocated funding as an individual

        Those under the age of eighteen may not participate in Sport Clubs activities
        without their parent’s signature and consent.

        A valid TU OneCard AND driver’s license must be presented to be eligible for
        participation in Sport Club activities.