Points Taken: 5 Intramural RECommendations

1. Flag Football

We were doing flag football at UD before it was cool (looking at you, 2028 Summer Olympics). Teams compete under the lights on Stuart Field, creating strategic plays to go for touchdowns. “The only other time I was able to play flag football was when I was a young kid,” said senior Matthew Wilker. “Intramurals have helped me enjoy this experience again with my best friends at UD.”

2. Outdoor Soccer

“Every soccer game [I’ve played] has been fun,” said senior Quinn Willerton. And, yes, even that one in the pouring rain. No matter the weather, teams of seven or eight lace up and take to the artificial turf field to compete. (At least it’s not muddy.) Like most intramural sports offered, teams can select the difficulty of the division and play with friends and coworkers. Willerton stresses that, win or lose, it’s still fun to participate in the beautiful game.

3. Pickleball

The sport that has taken the world by storm now has a year-round home at RecPlex. With paddles in hand, students can compete in doubles or singles, swatting and batting their way to intramural glory. Each time a new season opens up, students make a mad dash to register, showing what a “big dill” the sport really is.

4. Sand Volleyball

For senior Caroline Lifka, intramurals are not just about the game; they’re about the memories made while playing. She recommends sand volleyball for friends who want to hype each other up and aren’t afraid of getting a little sandy. With four on the court at a time, teams can jump, set and spike their way to the championship match. Pro tip: If you close your eyes on the court, it’s almost like you’re at the beach. Almost. Just make sure to open them again to watch out for flying volleyballs.

5. Floor Hockey

Floor hockey is a great way to release some energy — just try not to end up in the penalty box. With full gear provided by Campus Recreation, players compete on the gym floors at RecPlex, weaving the regulation hockey ball all the way to the goal. “Floor hockey is one of my favorite sports to supervise, due to all of the non-hockey players trying out a new sport,” Wilker said. Whether you’re a seasoned all-star or firsttimer, floor hockey welcomes all to compete.

 A version of this article appears in print in the Spring 2026 University of Dayton Magazine, Page 19. EXPLORE THE ISSUE — MORE ONLINE