Fort Scott Community College Athletics

Fort Scott Community College competes in the NJCAA, the main governing body for junior college athletics nationwide. With 286 athletes across 13 varsity sports, about 37% of the school's 763 students participate in athletics. The Greyhounds receive $626,197 in athletic scholarships, making sports a significant pathway to affordable education at this rural Kansas institution. NJCAA competition sits between high school and four-year college levels, offering athletes a chance to develop skills while earning their associate degree. Fort Scott has built a reputation for strong athletic programs that help students transfer to four-year universities. The school's athletic success often serves as a source of community pride in this small southeastern Kansas town. Many student-athletes use Fort Scott as a stepping stone to continue their sports careers at larger universities.