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Mercyhurst University Athletics

Athletic Performance Groups

MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC BANDS
Showcase your musical talents and connect with over 650 student-athletes in 26 varsity sports, including Division I men's and women's Ice Hockey.  Scholarships for participation are available*, and you receive official team-issued gear! Mercyhurst University boasts one of the nation's largest athletic departments so there's no shortage of performance requests or large audiences.  All majors, including graduate students, are encouraged to join.
For more information click here or contact Director Robert Chase (rchase@mercyhurst.edu | 814-460-3485.

MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY DANCE TEAM
The Mercyhurst University Dance Team works to promote and uphold school spirit and Laker pride and represent the University in various competitions.  The team currently performs at all home football games, men’s basketball games, as well as other on- and off-campus events.
For more information, please contact Head Coach Danielle Kaiser ( dkaiser@mercyhurst.edu)

MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY CHEERLEADING
The Mercyhurst University Cheerleading program works to promote and uphold school spirit and Laker pride and represent the University in various competitions.  The team currently performs at all football games, as well as select men’s and women’s basketball events. 
For more information, please contact Head Coach Ruthanne Mineo ( rmineo@mercyhurst.edu) I 814-824-2132.