With 52 clubs to handle, the pockets of the Club Sports Office aren't deep enough to accommodate the financial needs of all teams. This year, a student advisory committee will be formed to help with the allocation process, similar to the way in which UPAC operates. Roth said it just makes sense for students to have input as to how the money will be spent. Penn State women s club soccer player heads the ball. He said there are many factors that determine how much each team receives.
Some clubs have more expenses for equipment and travel.
The proportionate share of allocation goes to those with the highest expenses. He also said those clubs that have been around the longest and have more developed programs are likely to receive more money. For example, the crew team, though only in its fifth year, is given more money because of the expensive boats the team uses and the continued active interest in the sport. There is rarely money left over, crew team member Neil Purnick said, and additional fundraisers are necessary to pay entry fees for races, buy uniforms and replace oars. Throughout the years, fundraising has evolved into a bit of an art form.