About Us -- Point Park University Athletics

Point Park University Athletics is a provisional member of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) and the Mountain East Conference (MEC).

The Pioneers sponsor 17 varsity sports that compete intercollegiate level. Athletic scholarships are awarded to student-athletes as allowed by the NCAA.

Point Park University announced that it was accepted by the NCAA for provisional membership in DII beginning on July 11, 2024. The Pioneers were previously a member of the NAIA for more than 50 years. The school was founded in 1933, and the Pioneers became members of the NAIA in 1967. As a NAIA school, Point Park has won numerous conference championships and has been represented at many NAIA National Championship events.

Point Park is a member of the Mountain East Conference, which is comprised of 11 members in three different states: West Virginia, Maryland, and now Pennsylvania. Point Park joined the MEC in July of 2024 following the acceptance of Point Park for provisional membership by the NCAA.

For more information about Pioneers athletics, use the various navigation options above for a listing of sports offered, for information for recruits or for information about the University such as admission and academics.

Go Pioneers!

POINT PARK UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS QUICK FACTS
Year Founded: 1933
Enrollment: 4,000
Nickname: Pioneers
Colors: Green & Gold
Affiliation: NCAA (Since 2024)
Conference: Mountain East Conference (Since 2024)
Vice President of Athletics: Scott Swain
President: Dr. Chris Brussalis
Athletic Phone: 412-392-3844
Social Media: @PointParkSports