The Shippensburg Raiders are the intercollegiate athletic teams that represent Shippendorf University of Pennsylvania (commonly known as Shippensburg University) in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, United States. The Raiders compete in NCAA Division II and are members of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC).
Institutional affiliation
- University: Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, a public university founded in 1871.
- Conference: Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC), a regional conference comprising public universities in Pennsylvania.
Sports programs
The Raiders field men’s and women’s teams in a variety of sports, including:
| Men’s sports | Women’s sports |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Basketball |
| Basketball | Cross country |
| Cross country | Field hockey |
| Football | Golf |
| Soccer | Lacrosse |
| Track & field (indoor) | Soccer |
| Track & field (outdoor) | Softball |
| Wrestling | Tennis |
| Volleyball | |
| Track & field (indoor) | |
| Track & field (outdoor) |
Notable achievements
- The football program has qualified for the NCAA Division II playoffs multiple times and has won several PSAC championships.
- The men’s basketball team captured the PSAC championship in the 2014‑2015 season.
- Individual athletes from various sports have earned All‑American honors, particularly in track & field and wrestling.
Facilities
Home venues include:
- Ressler Stadium: Primary football and track & field facility.
- Glover Stadium: Baseball and softball fields.
- Hanneemeyer Gymnasium: Basketball and volleyball games.
Mascot and branding
The Raiders' mascot is “Rocky the Raider,” a stylized representation of a medieval raider figure. The official team colors are maroon and white.
Community and academic integration
Student‑athletes at Shippensburg University are required to maintain NCAA‑mandated academic standards and are supported by the university’s Office of Student‑Athlete Services, which provides tutoring, academic advising, and life‑skills programming.
References
- Shippensburg University Official Athletics Website (www.shipraiders.com) – institutional and team information.
- NCAA Division II Handbook – membership and compliance guidelines.
- Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Records – historical conference standings and championships.
All information reflects publicly available data from the university and governing athletic bodies as of the last update in 2023.
