Home of the Runnin' Bulldogs
Our mission is to produce student-athletes who are champions on the fields of competition, champions in the classroom, and champions of their shared faith.
Gardner-Webb University is a NCAA Division I institution and competes in the Big South Conference, Coastal Collegiate Swimming Association and Southern Conference.
Launch Athletics
Our staff of Certified Athletic Trainers provides services to the 600+ student-athletes at Gardner-Webb University.
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NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports
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Student Athletes
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Student-athlete Average GPA for Spring Semester 2021
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Outdoor and Indoor Track and Field, and Wrestling
Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Outdoor and Indoor Track and Field, and Volleyball
Gardner-Webb sponsors 22 intercollegiate athletic teams. Athletic grants-in-aid are available in all sports. Additionally, opportunities for participation are offered in athletic training, cheerleading, and sports information.
Visit the Official Website of Gardner-Webb University Athletics and the Runnin' Bulldogs
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Victories over Wake Forest, UNC, NC State, Duke and Clemson
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Division I Conference Titles
To win championships, we provide the finest facilities and the most effective training equipment for our more than 500 student-athletes.
To ensure that all fans have a safe and enjoyable visit to Gardner-Webb University Athletic events, there are items not permitted in any of our athletic venues. Click on the link below to learn more about our even venue policies.
Give your child the ultimate game day experience!
Does your child dream of hitting the court with the Runnin’ Bulldogs? Enter them in the Sharonview Federal Credit Union Tipoff Kid Sweepstakes! One lucky fan (ages 6-11) will be chosen to run onto the court and present the game ball at a Saturday home GWU Basketball game. The winner will receive 2-4 game tickets for family attendance.Enter the Sharonview Federal Credit Union Kickoff Kid Sweepstakes for a chance to let them run onto the field and present the game ball at a Runnin’ Bulldogs home game!
The annual financial support of University alumni and friends to the athletic program provides the foundation for excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. learn more about how you can help