Since 2004, Team OWU has supported Ohio Wesleyan student-athletes and coaches thanks to the loyal support of our generous alumni, parents, and friends.

Team OWU is the fundraising arm of OWU Athletics. It is made up of alumni, parents, and friends of OWU Athletics that are committed to providing the funds necessary to compete for championships.

The funds raised provide equipment upgrades, travel expenses, expanded recruiting efforts and most importantly consistent financial stability to OWU Athletics. Through the generosity of over 1,100 supporters in fiscal year 2020, Team OWU provided resources for expenses associated with our 24 varsity athletic programs.

Men's Basketball

  • 2016 National Association of Basketball Coaches third-team All-America
  • 2016 D3hoops.com second-team All-America
  • 2016 D3hoops.com Great Lakes Region Player of the Year
  • 2016 North Coast Athletic Conference Player of the Year

Nate Axelrod '18

"Being a member of the basketball team at OWU has helped me grow as an athlete, and as a person. I cannot thank Team OWU donors enough for all they have given to OWU. Team OWU donors were leaders when they attended OWU and it is our job to follow in their footsteps, so thank you for paving the way."

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Volleyball

  • 2015 American Volleyball Coaches Association honorable mention All-America
  • 2015 AVCA first-team All-Great Lakes Region
  • 2015 first-team All-North Coast Athletic Conference

Iris Anderson '18

"I love being a student-athlete at OWU because it gives me the best of both worlds; I can battle it out on the court and keep up with my studies in the classroom. Your support for Team OWU allows us to grow stronger every year. Thank you!"

Men's Lacrosse

  • 2016 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association honorable mention All-America
  • 2016 Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association first-team All-West Region
  • 2016 first-team All-North Coast Athletic Conference

Luke Leyden '18

"Being a student-athlete provides the right balance of commitment to athletics, academics and friendship. Athletics have helped shape me into the person I am today. Thank you for helping me and my teammates follow our dreams."

Women's Cross Country, Track & Field

  • All-American in cross country, indoor track & field, and outdoor track & field in 2015-16
  • 3-time USTFCCCA All-Academic Track & Field selection
  • 2015 Ohio Women's Division III Runner of the Year in cross country

Sarah Fowler '17

"At OWU, we are more than an athletes. Our coaches prepare us mentally, physically, and academically, pushing us to be the best all-around person we can be. As a Division III athlete, we play for the love of the sport, and Team OWU makes that possible. I'd like to give all the Team OWU donors a hug!"

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Swimming and Diving

  • 500 freestyle women's school record holder
  • 1000 freestyle women's school record holder
  • 1650 freestyle women's school record holder
  • Part of women's school-record-setting 800 freestyle relay team
  • Part of men's school-record-setting 200 freestyle relay team
  • Part of men's school-record-setting 400 freestyle relay team

Anne Edwards '17 and Greyson Goodwin '17

"Being an athlete means knowing I have a team who is always there for me. By giving to Team OWU, you give students the opportunity to exercise, compete, and collaborate. And you nurture my competitive spirit!"

Football

  • 2016 starting cornerback
  • 2015 ranked eighth in North Coast Athletic Conference in interception return yards
  • 2015 tied for sixth in North Coast Athletic Conference in kick returns

Jerry Harper '18

"Thank you for your love and support. I assure you that your generosity isn't going to waste. After I graduate and begin my professional career, I will donate back to Team OWU as well."

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