More than 4,000 students participate each year. Competing in the NCAA Division I of the Atlantic 10 Conference, GW's men's and women's varsity teams have established a reputation of considerable success over the years. Ranked nationally, the 1999 women's basketball team made their 8th consecutive NCAA tournament appearance, advancing to the second round of competition against 5th ranked Notre Dame.
Students can also try out for spirit teams which include cheerleading and dance squads.
A new Health and Wellness Center planned for fall 2001 will be one of the largest health complexes of its kind affiliated with a private university. The Mount Vernon campus also features outdoor playing fields, swimming pool, and tennis courts. So go out and do something active in the city or on campus.