Football culture in America does not have to reflect exploitation and indifference. It could prioritize player safety over ratings. It could guarantee long-term healthcare for former players. It could shift youth sports away from early high-impact drills and protect the health of young players. It could celebrate skill and strategy rather than highlight reel violence.

Football is not just another American commodity; it is a cultural symbol embedded in the nation’s very fabric.

Representatives from all three of St. Louis’ major league sports teams — the Cardinals, the Blues, and St. Louis CITY Soccer Club — gathered at WashU’s Stix House to talk about the importance of community engagement in an ever-changing sports landscape on Wednesday, Feb. 4.

The constant discomfort of being a female sports fan is in no way a consequence of any individual’s behavior. Instead, years of gender-based discrepancies from the media and older generations have accumulated to make something about enjoying football as a woman feel off.

The Secret History of WashU continues as Multimedia Editor Jeremy Slaten dives into the untold story of the Athletic Complex. The film traces the Olympic legacy and hidden quirks of Francis Gym, revisits the often-forgotten Wilson Pool, and explores the construction of the Athletic Complex in the mid-1980s. It also examines the lasting impact of hosting Presidential and Vice Presidential debates and how those moments elevated the university to a national stage. The film concludes by highlighting the creation of the Sumers Recreation Center and how the entire complex continues to shape student life today. Featuring a new interview with […]

The idea that WashU specifically needs D-I sports to build a stronger WashU identity is misguided — D-I sports won’t change anything unless there is a serious culture change at this school when it comes to supporting our teams. The absence of school spirit, especially surrounding our women’s sports, more than our Division III status, explains why some say WashU lacks identity.

A half-assed rebrand will not be enough to propel us to our place in the sun. To do that, we need to shock the collegiate world and establish a D-I football team.

Mudd Field will close on May 13 and will not open until Fall 2028. While the first-years will have their senior year to utilize the space, this semester is every grade’s last opportunity to play on Mudd Field as WashU undergraduates. Below are some unique sports that people can play on the field to add an extra memory to their WashU memory bank.

We cannot continue with this age-old excuse that WashU simply isn’t a sports school. It’s uninspired. So set the culture yourself — wrangle a group of friends, dig up a green or red shirt, and bring the energy.

Here are a few reasons that everyone from a weekly Champions League viewer to someone brand new to soccer should make their way over to CITYPARK.