Chemeketa Community College Athletics

Chemeketa's Storm teams compete at the NJCAA level, offering a stepping stone between high school and four-year college athletics. The college fields 8 varsity sports with 134 total athletes, representing just over 2% of the student body. Athletic scholarships total $246,741 across all programs. Community college athletics focus on skill development and transfer opportunities rather than major sports spectacle. The Storm competes in the Northwest Athletic Conference against other Oregon and Washington two-year schools. Basketball traditionally draws the most attention on campus. Many Chemeketa athletes use their two years to develop skills before transferring to four-year universities. The athletic program serves both competitive students and those looking to continue playing while completing their associate degrees or career training.