Stanford Athletics

The drop shot that made history

Stanford’s first women’s team championship of the Title IX era launched a dynasty.

Reflecting on 50 Years of Title IX

In a letter looking back at the last 50 years of women’s sports at Stanford, Director of Athletics Bernard Muir announced that the first-ever all-female class will be inducted into the Stanford Athletics Hall of Fame this September in a celebration of the women’s sports excellence seen throughout many decades at Stanford.

Women’s golf wins national championship

Stanford women’s rowing wins 2022 Pac-12 Championships

The Cardinal rowing team captured a conference title for the first time since the 2014 season Sunday, winning the 2022 Pac-12 Women's Rowing Championships held on Dexter Lake.

Women’s water polo wins national championship

For the eighth time in program history, women's water polo claimed the NCAA title, taking home the 2022 crown with a 10-7 victory over USC on Sunday afternoon.

A three-peat for men’s gymnastics

Stanford captured its third consecutive NCAA championship on Saturday evening, putting the finishing touches on one of the most dominant seasons in school history. The Cardinal's victory brings Stanford's all-time NCAA title tally to 129.

Fans and former student-athletes rally to support varsity sports

To ensure a future for all 36 varsity sports programs, donors are stepping forward to provide long-term sources of funding. Three generous gifts and a matching challenge set the pace.

Stanford rower Mary Cooper has her sights set on space

Don't be surprised if Mary Cooper, the only disabled varsity athlete at a Pac-12 school, is the first amputee in space.  

Men’s soccer junior Ousseni Bouda seeks to make a difference

From West Africa to Stanford, men’s soccer junior Ousseni Bouda seeks to make a difference in everything he does in life.

Proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test required at Stanford Stadium and Maples Pavilion

Beginning Sept. 20, spectators attending Cardinal Athletics events in Stanford Stadium and Maples Pavilion will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the event's start time.