Clackamas Community College Athletics

Clackamas competes in the NWAC (Northwest Athletic Conference) as a community college, offering a middle ground between high school and four-year university athletics. The Cougars field 11 varsity sports with 148 total athletes, representing just 3.2% of the student body. Athletic scholarships total $469,142 across all programs. The college emphasizes developing student-athletes who can transfer to four-year schools while competing at a regional level. Basketball and soccer traditionally draw the strongest local support among the suburban Oregon City community. Most games feature modest crowds of family and friends rather than packed stadiums. The athletic program serves dual purposes: providing competitive opportunities for talented local players and creating pathways for athletes seeking to continue their careers at universities after completing their two-year degrees.