Students interested in competing on a college team can find sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, ice hockey and lacrosse at Northern Virginia Community College. These are competitive programs with tryouts, physical exams and academic eligibility requirements. The college also offers intramural athletics. Intramurals are student-run clubs that may have weekly practices and scrimmages, but don't require a tryout or minimum grade point average. Northern Virginia students participate in intramurals in flag football, bowling, basketball, softball, golf and volleyball. Students interested in fitness can take advantage of the aerobics and cycling classes plus a gym and weight room.
Northern Virginia Community College
4001 Wakefield Chapel Road
Annandale, VA 22003-3796
703-323-3000
nvcc.edu
Virginia Western Community College offers a variety of athletic opportunities. Students interested in playing basketball for the school and competing against other college teams are required to take a minimum of nine credits per semester while maintaining at least a 2.0 grade point average. Students participating in the school's squads for cheerleading, spirit and dance must take at least six credit hours and maintain a 2.0 g.p.a. For a less formal way to participate in Virginia Western's athletic programs, consider joining an intramural team--the school offers dodgeball, tennis, baseball, flag football and soccer. There are also clubs for women's volleyball and running.
Virginia Western Community College
PO Box 14007
Roanoke, VA 24038-4007
540-857-8922
virginiawestern.edu
Blast your way onto an athletic team by joining the Lord Fairfax Community College Cannons, offering collegiate sports in men's and women's soccer and basketball. Students on the teams must enroll in at least six credits each semester and keep a 2.0 grade point average. Tryouts for the teams are available every September. Students must select a class schedule that permits their attendance at evening games, practices and fundraising efforts.
Lord Fairfax Community College
6480 College St.
Warrenton, VA 20187-8820
540-351-1505
lfcc.edu