Proud of Our Tradition.
Excited About Our Future.

The university is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II. It is a member of the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, the Western Water Polo Association, and the Conference Carolinas (swimming). Men’s and Women’s Water Polo competes against institutions in NCAA Divisions I, II, and III.

Players can earn conference championships, NCAA championships, and various conference awards throughout the season. Salem offers senior and letterman awards to players who qualify. There are opportunities to be a part of the athletic experience by volunteering as team managers, statisticians, joining the broadcast club, or applying for a graduate assistant position.