Bridgewater College

Vision Statement

Through the dedication of coaches and support staff, the Bridgewater College Department of Athletics will consistently provide a meaningful athletic experience for the student-athlete while in pursuit of success in conference, regional, and national competition. Bridgewater College student-athletes will develop leadership skills, discipline, teamwork, and perseverance as they grow as students, athletes and future professionals. The Department of Athletics will establish and maintain an environment that values cultural diversity and gender equity among student-athletes, and athletics staff. Facilities, staffing and resources will be prioritized to aid in recruitment and competitive advantage. The coaches and staff will act as a connective fiber among students, faculty, staff, and the local community.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Bridgewater College Athletic Department to:
1) Adhere to the philosophy and principles of intercollegiate Division III athletics.
2) Prioritize the academic progress and success of all students who participate in intercollegiate athletics.
3) Develop each student-athlete physically, mentally, socially, emotionally, and morally to cultivate leadership and enhance the campus community.
4) Ensure the physical well-being of all student-athletes during practice, travel, and play.
5) Continue to create a student-athlete experience that values equity, sportsmanship, and diversity.
6) Support and develop the tradition of excellence in all the College's intercollegiate athletic programs.
7) Ensure that athletics is integrated with the College community and the overall student experience.

Core Values

In order to achieve our vision and mission, these five principles are foundational to our success:
Leadership - The student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent themselves, their teams, the department, and the College with integrity, responsibility, and positivity on and off campus.
Excellence - The best is expected from ourselves and our teams, and we celebrate our academic, athletic, and professional successes.
Community - The student-athletes, coaches, and staff will value the well-being of all community members, prioritize service to others, and strive to create a culture of unity, inclusion, and acceptance; We are all in this together.
Tradition - The student-athletes, coaches, and staff will demonstrate a true passion for the sport/game and be proud of who we are and the College we represent. We have a fierce and relentless will to win, grounded by our beliefs in sportsmanship and fair play.
Grit - Member of the BC Athletics community show firmness of mind and spirit, and unyielding courage in the face of hardship.