About Lesley University Athletics

Athletics Philosophy

As an NCAA Division III institution, Lesley University places high priority on the quality of the overall educational experience and success of each student athlete.  The program reflects the mission of Lesley University, the philosophy of NCAA Division III, and the New England Collegiate Conference (NECC).

At Lesley University, the student-athlete is expected to be a student first and an athlete second.  The University deeply respects its athletes and their efforts, but recognizes that the central focus of a student's work must be his/her academic program.  We are committed to providing the appropriate academic support to all of our student-athletes.  As a Division III institution, Lesley University does not award athletically related financial aid to any student.

We expect both our student-athletes and their coaches to demonstrate respect, loyalty, character, sportsmanship, and honor both on and off the court and/or field.  We seek to develop each athlete as a citizen of the community.  We strive to ensure that each student's athletic experience is a positive one, both for her/him and for the University.  We value winning, but we also value personal growth, teamwork, and preparation for the world after college.

We believe that the athletic program at Lesley University offers students an extraordinary opportunity to develop self-respect and self discipline; and to learn to reach goals through teamwork.  We proudly look to our student-athletes as role models and expect their behavior, both on and off the court and/or field, to bring honor to themselves and the University.

Sportsmanship Statement

Lesley University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the New England Collegiate Conference promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators.  We request your cooperation by supporting the participants and officials in a positive manner.  Profanity, racial or sexist comments, or other intimidating actions directed at officials, student-athletes, coaches or team representatives will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from our sites of competition.  Also, consumption or possession of alcoholic or tobacco products is prohibited.