Dartmouth Big Green
Dartmouth Big Green[edit | edit source]
The Dartmouth Big Green is the name of the athletic teams of Dartmouth College, a member of the Ivy League in the NCAA's Division I. Dartmouth College is located in Hanover, New Hampshire, and its teams compete in a variety of sports.
History[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth College was founded in 1769, and its athletic teams have been known as the "Big Green" since the early 20th century. The name "Big Green" refers to the college's traditional color, green, which has been associated with the school since the 1860s.
Sports[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth Big Green teams compete in 34 varsity sports. The college is known for its strong programs in rowing, ice hockey, and rugby, among others.
Football[edit | edit source]
The Dartmouth Big Green football team is one of the oldest in the country, with its first game played in 1881. The team has won numerous Ivy League championships and is known for its fierce rivalry with Harvard and Yale.
Ice Hockey[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth's men's and women's ice hockey teams compete in the ECAC Hockey conference. The men's team has a storied history, having reached the NCAA Frozen Four multiple times.
Rowing[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth's rowing teams are highly competitive, with both men's and women's teams regularly competing at the national level. The college's proximity to the Connecticut River provides an excellent training ground for its rowers.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth College boasts several state-of-the-art athletic facilities, including:
- Memorial Field for football
- Thompson Arena for ice hockey
- Leede Arena for basketball
- Boss Tennis Center for tennis
Traditions[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth athletics is steeped in tradition. One of the most notable is the annual Dartmouth Night and Homecoming bonfire, which brings together students, alumni, and faculty to celebrate the college's spirit.
Notable Athletes[edit | edit source]
Dartmouth has produced many athletes who have gone on to compete at the professional level and in the Olympic Games. Some notable alumni include:
- Gillian Apps, a three-time Olympic gold medalist in women's ice hockey
- Buddy Teevens, a former professional football player and current head coach of the Dartmouth football team
External Links[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- "Dartmouth College: A History of Athletics." Dartmouth College Archives.
- "The Ivy League: A History of Excellence." Ivy League Publications.
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