Who are the ODU Monarchs?
The ODU Monarchs are the athletic teams of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in the Sun Belt Conference, the Monarchs field teams in football, men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, wrestling, tennis, and many other sports. The Monarchs name reflects the regal heritage of Old Dominion University and the pride of the Hampton Roads community that rallies behind the blue and silver on every game day.
What is Big Blue, the ODU mascot?
Big Blue is the official mascot of Old Dominion University — a fierce and friendly lion who represents the strength, pride, and spirit of the ODU Monarchs. Big Blue is one of the most recognizable figures at ODU athletic events and a beloved symbol for students, alumni, and fans throughout the Hampton Roads region. Big Blue gear and accessories are among the most popular items at Blue and Silver Gear.
What sports does ODU compete in?
Old Dominion University competes in a wide range of NCAA Division I sports including football in the Sun Belt Conference, men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, men's and women's soccer, wrestling, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf, swimming and diving, and track and field. ODU also has a thriving club sports program including ice hockey, volleyball, soccer, and more.
What are notable ODU athletic traditions?
ODU athletics has built a number of beloved traditions over the years. The Cannon Crew fires ODU's cannon at Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium when the Monarchs score. The Push-Up Squad performs push-ups equal to the total score each time ODU scores. Student and fan sections at ODU games are known for their energy and blue and silver spirit. These traditions bind ODU fans together and make the Monarchs game day experience unique in the Sun Belt Conference.
What is Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium?
Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium is the home of ODU Monarchs football, located on the Old Dominion University campus in Norfolk, Virginia. The stadium opened in 2019 and seats approximately 22,000 fans. It is one of the newer on-campus football stadiums in college athletics and a source of enormous pride for the ODU community. Game days at Kornblau Field are a celebration of blue and silver Monarchs pride.
Where can I find ODU Monarchs gear?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conference does ODU football play in?
ODU football competes in the Sun Belt Conference at the NCAA Division I FBS level. The Monarchs joined the Sun Belt Conference in 2022, competing against schools including Appalachian State, Coastal Carolina, Georgia Southern, Georgia State, South Alabama, and others.
Has ODU been to a bowl game?
Yes. Old Dominion University football has participated in bowl games, marking significant milestones in the program's rise to FBS competition. Each bowl appearance is a celebrated achievement for the ODU Monarchs community and a source of pride for alumni and fans throughout Hampton Roads.
What is the ODU Monarchs basketball arena?
ODU Monarchs basketball plays at Chartway Arena, a 8,800-seat arena located near the ODU campus in Norfolk, Virginia. Chartway Arena is home to both men's and women's ODU basketball and hosts concerts and other events in the Hampton Roads community.
Where can I buy ODU Monarchs fan gear?
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