Empower student-athletes to pursue greatness—through sports and through Christ.

At Franciscan University, athletics is more than competition. It’s a mission.

Rooted in our Catholic identity, Baron Athletics forms student-athletes in mind, body, and spirit to shape them to pursue excellence, live with integrity, and grow in virtue. Our teams compete at the NCAA Division III level with passion and discipline, all while being anchored in Christ and supported by a community that values each person as a child of God.

When you support Baron Athletics, you’re investing in:

• Faith-centered formation that encourages personal conversion, virtue, and character rooted in Christ.

• A holistic student experience where academic challenge is matched by competitive athletic development.

• A vibrant campus community where athletics builds unity, morale, and school spirit for students, faculty, alumni, and friends.

• Equitable opportunities for men and women to grow through sport, teamwork, and leadership.

From varsity sports to intramurals and recreation, athletics at Franciscan plays a vital role in shaping well-rounded disciples who lead with faith, courage, and self-discipline.