Meet the Chosen Ones of Fall 2025

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The wait is over, Gladiators! After two weeks of intense and crowded tryouts, the official Fall 2025 varsity rosters have finally been selected.

This semester’s tryouts were some of the most competitive in recent memory. Our coaches faced the tough task of narrowing down the talented and passionate group of students who stepped forward to represent JCU. To each and every student who joined the sessions: thank you. You showed grit, courage, and the true spirit of what it means to be a Gladiator. Whether you made it onto the roster or not, you should be proud of yourself for taking on the challenge.

And now—it’s time to celebrate!
A big round of applause for the Chosen Ones of Fall 2025, our official Gladiators representing:

  • Cheerleading
  • COED Tennis
  • COED Padel
  • Men’s Basketball
  • Women’s Basketball
  • Women’s Soccer
  • Men’s Soccer
  • COED Volleyball

Welcome aboard, Gladiators! Congratulations on making it to the teams. You now carry a big responsibility: to raise the Gladiator colors high, to play with pride and respect, and to embody the values of JCU both on and off the fields. This semester, your mission is clear—have fun, stay united, and spread the Gladiators’ spirit of fair play and respect from the very first practice until the last whistle.

Your coaches and the Athletics staff will be there to guide and support you, but the drive, discipline, and determination will come from you. We know you’re ready.

Upcoming Events for Our Gladiators

  • September 30: Gladiators’ Night – Teams’ presentations, special guests, a cheerleading performance, and a special appearance by Maximus the Mascot.
  • October 3–5: Varsity Teams Weekend Retreat in Sapri – A weekend of practice, bonding, and fun in the stunning Cilento setting.
  • October 20 (TBC): Start of the Universities of Rome Championships.
  • November 5 (TBC): Pep Rally.
  • November 12–15: World Inter-Universities Championship in Barcelona – Tennis, Padel, Cheerleading, Men’s Soccer, and Women’s Soccer teams depart to represent JCU internationally.
  • December 4: Varsity Teams Dinner.

To All Who Tried Out

If you didn’t make a team this semester, we want you to know this isn’t the end of your journey. Keep training, keep growing, and try again next semester. In the meantime, you can still be part of the Gladiators community through our non-competitive events and activities. Take a look at some of the upcoming events:

  • September 25 (Thursday): Pickleball Intramural
  • September 27 (Saturday): Gladiators’ Cycling Day
  • Weekly fitness classes, pick-up games, and much more throughout the semester!

Thank you all for your energy, passion, and commitment. Good luck this season, Gladiators—make us proud!