Champions in the Classroom and on the Court
The Bethany Vikings are an NCAA Division III team in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Our 17 varsity programs give students numerous opportunities to excel athletically. About 33% of Bethany students compete in one or more varsity programs.
As an NCAA Division III school, we focus on developing the whole student—athlete, scholar, and leader—through competitive sports, mentorship, and Christ-centered values. See how you can grow on and off the field as a Viking.
BLC is an NCAA Division III team in the UMAC.
Become A Bethany Viking – Recruit Me
Be recruited for one of our 17 varsity athletic programs. We’d love to see you compete as a Viking!
Varsity Sports at Bethany Lutheran College
Bethany Lutheran College Athletics compete in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (NCAA Division III), offering student-athletes the opportunity to grow through competitive play, teamwork, and Christ-centered leadership. Each program’s schedule, roster, stats, and news can be found at BLCVikings.com.
Men's Sports
Women's Sports
Contact the Athletic Department
Please contact us at 507-344-7859 if you have any questions about the Bethany Vikings! Additional information and coach profiles can be found at BLCVikings.com.
Athletic Faculty
Angela Dabu
Head Coach Softball, Athletics
Mitchell DeKruif
Head Coach Golf, Athletics
Laura Evans
Head Coach – Volleyball / SFC Office Admin, Athletics
Ryan Nichols
Head Coach Women’s Soccer
Brandon Polesky
Associate Head Coach – Men’s Basketball
Dominic Santina
Head Cross Country/Track and Field Coach
Next Steps
Interested in studying at Bethany? Scheduling a campus visit is a great way to see what we have to offer. You can meet professors or sit in on a class too! Contact our admissions office to learn more.
