Editing Temple University (section)

== Athletics ==

Temple competes in the American Athletic Conference across twenty varsity sports. Football games at Lincoln Financial Field and basketball at the Liacouras Center draw fans from the university community and beyond. The Owls have produced notable professional athletes and maintain competitive programs in football, basketball, and other sports. Temple's athletic traditions include the Temple-Penn State rivalry and competitive gymnastics and fencing programs.<ref name="temple"/>

The Liacouras Center serves as both basketball arena and concert venue, hosting major entertainment events that bring visitors to North Philadelphia. This dual-use facility demonstrates how university athletics infrastructure can serve broader community purposes while supporting institutional visibility and student experience.<ref name="temple"/>