Columbia Lions
Columbia Lions
The Columbia Lions are the varsity athletic teams representing Columbia University in New York City. The Lions compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Ivy League. The official colors of the Columbia Lions are Columbia blue and white.
History[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions have a rich history dating back to the 19th century. The university's athletic program was established in the late 1800s, and the teams have been competing in various sports ever since. The Lions have a storied tradition in sports such as football, basketball, baseball, and rowing.
Sports[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions field teams in a variety of sports, including:
- Football
- Basketball (Men's)
- Basketball (Women's)
- Baseball
- Softball
- Rowing
- Soccer (Men's)
- Soccer (Women's)
- Tennis (Men's)
- Tennis (Women's)
- Track and field
- Cross country
- Wrestling
- Fencing
- Golf
- Swimming and diving
- Lacrosse
- Field hockey
- Volleyball
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions' athletic facilities include:
- Robert K. Kraft Field at Lawrence A. Wien Stadium - Home to the football team.
- Levien Gymnasium - Home to the basketball teams.
- Baker Athletics Complex - A comprehensive athletic complex that includes fields for soccer, baseball, and other sports.
- Dodge Fitness Center - The main fitness and recreation center on campus.
Notable Achievements[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions have achieved significant success in various sports over the years. Some notable achievements include:
- The Columbia Lions football team won the Rose Bowl in 1934.
- The Columbia Lions men's basketball team won the Ivy League championship in 1968.
- The Columbia Lions rowing teams have consistently performed well in national competitions.
Rivalries[edit | edit source]
The Columbia Lions have traditional rivalries with other Ivy League schools, including:
- Harvard Crimson
- Yale Bulldogs
- Princeton Tigers
- Cornell Big Red
- Dartmouth Big Green
- Brown Bears
- Penn Quakers
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Columbia University
- Ivy League
- NCAA Division I
- Robert K. Kraft Field at Lawrence A. Wien Stadium
- Levien Gymnasium
- Baker Athletics Complex
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of Columbia Lions head football coaches
- Columbia Lions men's basketball
- Columbia Lions football
- Columbia Lions rowing
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