Editing Haverford College (section)

== Athletics ==

Haverford competes in NCAA Division III as a member of the Centennial Conference, offering 23 varsity sports with strong traditions in cricket (maintaining the oldest continuously played collegiate cricket program in North America), cross country, and other sports. The Division III context emphasizes athletics as extension of educational mission rather than separate enterprise, with student-athletes fully integrated into academic community.<ref name="haverford"/>

The historic cricket program, dating to the college's founding, reflects Quaker and British origins while maintaining connections to cricket traditions unusual among American colleges. Track and field facilities include one of the East Coast's finest outdoor tracks, supporting competitive programs and serving as training venue for elite athletes. The athletic culture emphasizes participation, personal development, and team community consistent with educational values.<ref name="haverford"/>