New intramural programs added for students
Haley Vannarsdall | Staff Writer
Intramural sports are a major part of University of Indianapolis student life. This year, intramural staff decided to introduce a couple of new sports to the mix: intramural golf and tennis. Golf was to take place at the Sarah Shank Golf Course on Keystone Ave. on Sept.19; but because of a lack of students, it was cancelled.
“The biggest disappointment was definitely golf because of the lack of participation,” said senior intramural coordinator Ryan Loveless.
The event was meant to be a one-time tournament with a $25 sign-up fee per player for a whole day of golf. The newly added sport was predicted to be a success, especially with the high level of student interest presented.
Another sport that students considered significant was intramural tennis. The intramural board took the suggestion into consideration and decided to include men’s singles, women’s singles and co-ed doubles. Tennis begins in November and will be held at the tennis dome where the UIndy tennis team practices. The dome is located on Keystone Ave. behind the Neighborhood Wal-Mart.
“Tennis looks the most promising since it was the most sought-after sport from students,” Loveless said.
UIndy intramurals offers a wide range of sports, including flag football, powderpuff, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, tennis, men’s and women’s co-ed basketball, softball and indoor soccer. In addition to the new additions, UIndy intramurals has also extended ultimate frisbee to both semesters.
Intramural flag football, powderpuff, ultimate frisbee, volleyball and tennis take place throughout campus during the fall season, while ultimate frisbee, indoor soccer, basketball and softball are played during the winter/spring season.
According to junior flag football player Keven Keene, intramurals help bring students together who are not on athletic teams and helps keep them in shape while having fun.
“It’s fun to watch people you know have a good time,” Keene said.
The sports have filled up the entire fall schedule and turnouts have been significant.
“It lets students get involved with meeting people, while still being a team effort. You’re out doing something fun, and it’s nothing too serious,” Keene said.
Sign-up sheets to join intramurals are located in Schwitzer Room 209. The costs to join vary, with basketball being the most expensive, since it’s the most sought after sport.
