In 2006, UST returned to intercollegiate athletics by launching a women’s volleyball program. After one season, the Celts were joined by a men’s soccer team. The University further expanded its athletic offerings and now sponsors 19 intercollegiate teams along with Cheer and Dance.
The University was formerly a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) until the fall of 2019 when St. Thomas began competing in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Division III. After receiving an official invitation to join the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC), UST became a full-time official member of the SCAC in the 2023–2024 academic year.
The UST Athletic Department remains committed to creating a first-class environment by recruiting, developing, and retaining outstanding student–athletes who maximize their potential intellectually, socially, and athletically while at St. Thomas. The department provides the necessary resources and leadership for student–athletes to succeed in competition and in the classroom. UST proudly graduates champions.
For more information about athletics, contact the Athletic Department at 713–831–7214.
University of St. Thomas Athletics: www.ustcelts.com