CUNY Hostos Community College Athletics

Hostos fields seven varsity sports through the NCCAA, a small Christian college association that emphasizes character development alongside competition. Just 50 students compete as Caimans, representing about 1% of the 4,883-student body. The NCCAA operates below NCAA levels, focusing on student-athletes who balance academics with athletics without the pressure of major college sports. No athletic scholarships are available, keeping the emphasis on education first. The Caimans compete in a division where games draw modest crowds and athletes often work part-time jobs. For a community college serving the South Bronx, athletics provides an outlet for students juggling work, family, and academic responsibilities. The program reflects Hostos's broader mission of supporting first-generation college students through accessible opportunities.