Five Bethany Lutheran College volleyball players wearing black jerseys celebrate together at the net during a match.

Bethany Lutheran College Sports

Bethany. Values.
My Talents.

At Bethany, athletics are about more than competition—they’re about teamwork, discipline, and growth. With a range of varsity and intramural opportunities, student-athletes thrive on and off the field.

Be Recruited, Stand Out.

The Bethany Vikings compete in the NCAA Division III and are members of the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Our 17 varsity programs give students numerous opportunities to excel athletically. About 40% of Bethany students compete in one or more varsity programs.

Varsity Sports at Bethany Lutheran College

Bethany Vikings 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

Life Beyond the Classroom

Learning doesn’t just take place in the classroom. Nearly 90% of Bethany Students participate in an extracurricular activity. Athleticsartsstudent governmentbroadcast crews, there’s something for everyone.

Cheer on Bethany Athletics

Interested in catching a game, match, or round? Check out our next big event on our official Bethany Vikings website.

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.

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