Phoenix College Athletics

Phoenix College competes in the NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association), a smaller division that emphasizes character development alongside competition. Just 2.2% of the 6,952 students participate in varsity athletics across seven sports. The Bears receive $158,801 in athletic scholarships, modest funding that reflects the community college's focus on academics and workforce training over major sports. Phoenix College has been part of Arizona's community college system since 1920, building local rivalries with other Maricopa Community Colleges like Mesa and Glendale. The athletic programs serve primarily as outlets for student engagement rather than major campus draws. With nearly all students coming from in-state, the Bears' games tend to draw small but loyal crowds from the surrounding Phoenix community.