Cypress College Athletics

The Chargers compete as an independent community college with 14 varsity sports and 225 total athletes. Just 1.8% of Cypress College's 12,309 students participate in varsity athletics. Community college sports operate below the NCAA level, focusing on local competition and player development rather than major athletic scholarships or large crowds. The college offers no athletic scholarships, keeping the emphasis on academics and affordability. Cypress fields teams in traditional sports like basketball, baseball, and soccer, serving primarily as a stepping stone for students looking to transfer to four-year universities. The athletic program maintains a low profile compared to major college sports, with games drawing modest crowds from the local community. Student athletes balance competition with the college's core mission of affordable education and transfer preparation.