University of Bridgeport (UB) is excited to announce the expansion of its varsity athletic offerings with the addition of men’s and women’s Rowing in the fall of 2025. The launch of this program is being made possible through a generous … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Launches Varsity Rowing Teams, Beginning Fall 2025
University of Bridgeport Welcomes Peter Del Gallo as Head Coach for Women’s Division II Wrestling University of Bridgeport (UB) proudly announces the expansion of its athletics department with the addition of women’s Division II wrestling and the appointment … Continue reading Welcoming Peter Del Gallo as Head Coach for Women’s Wrestling
As you step into the exciting world of college life, you might be wondering about ways to stay active and make new friends. One of the best ways to do that is getting involved in sports. If you’re trying to … Continue reading Intramural vs. Club Sports: What’s the Difference?
University of Bridgeport Announces Division II Men’s Wrestling and Appointment of Mario Morgan as Head Coach Two months after announcing the restoration of men’s and women’s swimming, UB is announcing the addition of men’s wrestling as the school’s 19th … Continue reading Announcing the New Division II Men’s Wrestling Program and Head Coach
University of Bridgeport Announces Evan Sholudko as Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving University of Bridgeport’s Vice President of Athletics and Recreation Jay Moran is thrilled to announce the appointment of Evan Sholudko as the head … Continue reading Announcing Evan Sholudko as Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving
College is a time for exploration, and that includes athletics. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking to stay active, there are typically two main options for sports participation: joining a club sport or participating in NCAA athletics. Both … Continue reading Club Sports vs. NCAA Sports: What’s the Difference?
Whether you are playing at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) or the club sports level, a day in the life of a college athlete can be incredibly busy for students. The college athlete’s daily schedule is both rigorous and … Continue reading A Day in The Life of a College Athlete
University of Bridgeport (UB) is thrilled to announce the addition of men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams for the fall 2025 semester. The return of this program will allow talented student-athletes to compete at the collegiate level while excelling … Continue reading University of Bridgeport Making a Splash with a New Competitive Swimming and Diving Team
When former Georgetown University Hoyas coach James Howard arrived on UB’s campus in 2023, he knew that he had been brought here for a reason. “We are trying to rebuild and restore the young women’s confidence here,” he says. After … Continue reading Next-Play Mentality: James Howard Rebuilds the UB Women’s Basketball Team
Kaite’s story They say that playing a sport builds character, but UB’s Kaite Burawski shows us that sometimes it’s character that builds champions. Her remarkable journey began long before she faced the unimaginable — a battle with ovarian cancer — … Continue reading Softball and Teeth — Surviving Cancer and Getting Back in the Game
Coach Kranthi “Krunch” Senadhi sits in his office in Hubbell Gymnasium, talking about the sport he loves. The sound of basketballs bouncing on the polished wood of the gym floor echoes down the halls and through the door. “This was … Continue reading Player-Driven Empowerment: Coach Krunch’s Impact on Decision-Making
Engaging in physical activity and sports is a great way to stay in shape and achieve an overall healthy lifestyle—not to mention the social benefits as individuals develop connections and bonds with their teammates and coaches. Yet, many students and … Continue reading How Do Sports Help Students Academically?
By Eric D. Lehman Every year, students from all over America and all over the world come together to play soccer on University of Bridgeport’s Knights Field. In that way, the soccer squads are microcosms of the way that diversity … Continue reading Seeing the Whole Field: Diversity and Teamwork Build UB Soccer Teams’ Character and Skills
Playing sports in college and beyond is a dream held by many high school athletes in all kinds of sports. The opportunity to continue playing a sport they love, experiencing camaraderie with new coaches and teammates, and representing their school … Continue reading What are the Benefits of Being a Student-Athlete in College?
If you are passionate about playing or coaching sports, consider a diverse and rewarding career in sports management. Sports managers are the glue that ties the athletes to their team and organization, whether that manager is running a professional sports … Continue reading What is the Role of Sports Management in Professional Athletics?
Many high school athletes dream of going on to play sports in college and beyond. Unfortunately, this dream doesn’t come true for everyone, but you don’t have to play at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) level to stay involved … Continue reading What are Club Sports in College?
By Eric D. Lehman Six brand new teams at University of Bridgeport are running, throwing, and leaping into the future. Eager students have joined the men’s and women’s cross country, indoor track and field, and outdoor track and field teams, … Continue reading UB Track and Field Races Toward the Future
How much can you earn as an athletic director, scouting agent, or sports facilities manager? Discover the sports management salary potential. Continue reading Sports Management Salary Information