Horizon League Vision Statement

To create a student-centered league that promises and delivers a holistic university experience which positions them for a successful fulfilling life.

What is the Horizon League?

• A NCAA Division I Athletics League
• Founded in 1979
• An affiliation of nine public and private institutions of higher learning
• Conducts 19 championships, contributing to the student-athlete experience
• Believes the cornerstone of the League is its strong emphasis on athletic success, academic achievement, community outreach and personal responsibility and accountability.
• Believes athletics is a powerful visible resource through which public trust in higher education can be restored and the challenges facing the nation can be addressed.

Goals of the Horizon League

• To enhance the holistic university experience for the student-athlete
• To create an affiliation of institutions with similar athletic goals
• To adhere to the following principles:
  • Integrity
  • Diversity
  • Excellence
  • Growth

To strengthen its commitment to:

Academic achievement

Athletic success

Community Outreach

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

• To rank as one of the nations top 10 athletic leagues
• To provide stability and major market exposure
• To compete at the national level in Men's and Women's basketball

To be nationally competitive in the following "priority sports"

Baseball, soccer, volleyball and softball