Hocking College Athletics

Hocking College competes in the NCCAA, a smaller Christian athletics association that emphasizes character development alongside competition. With 210 athletes across nine varsity sports, about 13% of the 1,648 students participate in athletics. The Hawks receive $36,500 in total athletic scholarships, which spreads thin across all sports programs. The NCCAA represents a middle ground between major college athletics and intramural sports, offering competitive play without the intense pressure of larger divisions. Students here play for the love of the game rather than pursuing professional careers. The rural Ohio setting creates tight-knit team actives where athletes often know most of their classmates. Sports serve as community builders on this small campus where hands-on learning extends from technical labs to athletic fields.