By Maria Dillman

While Baylor may be known for its amazing Big 12 athletics in football, baseball, basketball and so on, a little less televised but nonetheless important activity is INTRAMURAL SPORTS. I’m pretty convinced these are one of the best activities to take part in at Baylor. Okay, I say that about everything at Baylor but just hear me out.

There are options to play any sport you could possibly think of. Everything from dress-up dodgeball tournaments, flag football, taekwondo, quidditch (yes, Harry Potter would be proud), to rock climbing and ping-pong. I try to sign up for every sport imaginable. Not just because I think I’m sporty or actually semi-decent at any sport, but also because it is

just a good time! You can make a team with your friends or student organization and then compete against other students. There are more competitive teams down to teams that just want try not to break their ankles or make a fool of themselves while getting a little change of scenery from the library. The seasons for each sport last about three weeks depending on the level and what type of sport it is. (For example, the big sports such as basketball and soccer last longer than say, a bowling tournament).

Being on a team is a great way to build comradery amongst your friends. You are fighting for a common goal and working together to accomplish something. It’s fun to cheer each other on and celebrate the wins and even encourage each other in the losses. Plus, if playing sports was something you were really into in high school, participating in intramurals is a great way to carry the tradition forward and continue in something that you love. Through the blood, sweat, and tears, it’s just one more way to make that much more out of your college experience. So no matter if it’s a win or a loss on the field, playing intramurals is definitely a win-win situation.