Athletics

Winning is just a part of the Captain experience! For the past eleven years, Christopher Newport has boasted the highest winning percentage of any college or university in Virginia—across all three NCAA divisions. In addition to the 22 varsity teams, sports enthusiasts of all skill levels can participate in any number of club and intramural athletics. For more info, go to cnusports.com

Volleyball
One of the most dominant teams on campus, volleyball has won 12 of the last 13 conference championships.
Men's soccer
The men’s soccer team is full of electric moments every game.
Softball
A perennial national contender, the softball team has advanced to 13 straight NCAA tournaments.
Sailing
Sailing competes against Div. I teams, sinking schools such as UVA, Virginia Tech and the U.S. Naval Academy.
Women's Basketball
Women’s basketball has gone to five straight NCAA Sweet Sixteens, and a Final Four spot in that time as well.
Football
Nothing beats game day at TowneBank Stadium! The Captains are set to kick off their 20th season this year.
Track and Field / Cross Country
Track and field and cross country have over 500 All-Americans in school history.
Women's Lacrosse
Women’s lacrosse team just moved to the new Jennings Family Stadium, with seating for up to 1,000 fans.
Pep Band
The Pep Band keeps the crowd rocking during all home basketball games.
Field Hockey
Field hockey is continuously in the national rankings, and this past season they took down three top-10 teams.
Men's Tennis
A regular conference championship contender, men’s tennis team has advanced to five straight title games
Cheer
Last year, the cheer squad won its third straight national championship.
Club Hockey
Students can join club teams, like equestrian, soccer, rugby and hockey, which just won a championship.
Men's Basketball
Men’s basketball team has advanced to two Final Four appearances in the last five years.
Women's Tennis
The women’s tennis team are strong competitors, advancing to five straight championship games.
Baseball
The Captains claimed the conference championship last year, thanks to an offense that scored over 500 runs.
Women's Golf
The women’s golf team has leapt into the national rankings with its first All-American last season.
CNU Storm
Come to any football or basketball game, and you’ll see the Storm dance team cheering on the Captains.
Men's Lacrosse
Men’s lacrosse is always among the elite.
Intramurals
Students compete for fun and glory in intramural sports ranging from dodgeball to basketball.
Men's Golf
The men’s golf team has won four of the last six conference championships.
Captains Spirit
It's easy to cheer on the Captains–tickets to all varsity athletics are free for students.