Sports. CMU Chippewas compete to win on the field, court, and in the classroom. Experience MACtion for yourself (and for free!) as the football team, wrestlers, gymnasts, and others lead the conference with outstanding performances...all for one reason: victory! Central Michigan University was founded in 1883 as a teacher's college with the aim of producing future teachers for the public schools of Michigan. Today, the university is best known for its athletic programs which include baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. The CMU Chippewas have more than 100 years of history behind them and have been competing since 1898. They currently play their home games at Goss Stadium in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The new stadium has been called "phenomenal" by former MLB player Todd Van Poppel who played for the Chippewas from 2001-2004. Central Michigan University has graduated more than 20 NFL players over the years. Many of them have gone on to have successful careers in the league. In fact, three current coaches at CMU were all drafted into the NFL: Mike Cox, Jerry Tagge, and Ron VanderKolk. As well, seven other Chippewas have been selected during the annual draft held each year in May.