USD Men's Basketball in the Jenny Craig Pavilion

Athletics and Competitive Excellence

Lighting the Way for Champions

Torero Athletics is more than competition — it's a commitment. Here, student-athletes are formed in mind, body and purpose, developing the resilience, discipline and character to compete at the highest level and lead meaningful lives long after they leave USD.

Compete. Excel. Lead.

College athletics is evolving faster than ever, and staying competitive takes more than tradition — it takes investment. Torero Athletics is raising the bar for how student-athletes are supported, coached and equipped to succeed.

The result isn't just wins — it's a culture of excellence that shapes leaders, strengthens community and extends USD's impact far beyond the field.


73

WCC Championships

95%

Graduation rate

7200+

Community service hours

What Your Support Makes Possible

Well-Being

Sports psychologists, dietitians and athletic trainers supporting mind and body

Excellence

NIL, revenue share and coaching investment to attract and retain top talent

Equity

New women's programs, charters and international competition for female athletes

Legacy

Stadium, locker room and training facility upgrades built for generations to come

“Being a Division I athlete has definitely helped me prepare for the real world after I graduate. Being able to have great time management skills and use what I’ve learned playing volleyball — like thinking ahead, problem-solving, having solutions — has helped me to be ready for the future.”

— Nemo Beach, USD Volleyball

Athletics and Competitive Excellence

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