Rockland
Community College (RCC) is committed to
providing a
competitive athletic atmosphere in an institution known for academic
excellence. The main focus of the athletic administration and
coaching
staff is to assist student athletes in their pursuit of a four year
college degree. Upon graduation from Rockland, several
student
athletes
have competed professionally in various sports, and many others have
competed at NCAA or NAIA sponsored colleges or universities.
Supported by Student Activity Fees, the Rockland Hawks compete
in
the Mid Hudson Conference. Rockland is also a member
of
Region XV
of
the
National Junior
College Athletic Association, with all teams participating in Division
III, except for Baseball in Division II. Currently,
the Hawks
field
teams
in various sports. Men’s sports include baseball, basketball,
bowling,
golf, soccer, and tennis. Women’s sports consist of
basketball, bowling, soccer, tennis, and volleyball.
Athletics are for the entire college
community to
enjoy,
whether as a participant or as a fan.
Rockland also boasts a 90,000 square foot indoor fieldhouse
which incorporates four tennis courts, two basketball courts, two
volleyball courts, squash
courts, two aerobic and dance studios, an indoor running track, a
swimming pool, a fitness center with
free weights, and an athletic trainer’s lab. Outdoor
facilities
include
a 500 seat lighted baseball stadium, a soccer field with an outdoor
running track, five tennis courts, and a softball field.
While visiting our pages, note that some teams have provided Roster,
Action, Alumni, and Coaching Staff photos. Where available,
these
photos can be accessed via the respective team pages, and via a central
photo landing page.
