Date Founded
1989
Enrollment
9,157
University President
Dr. Karen Haynes
Director of Athletics
Dr. Steve Nichols
Sports Information Director
Kyle Trembley

Mailing Address
Cal State San Marcos
Department of Athletics
333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096

Phone
760-750-7100

FAX
760-750-3660

National Affiliation
NAIA
Colors
Royal Blue, White
Nickname
Cougars
Facilities
Mangrum Track and Soccer Field; Mission Hills HS Field (Softball); San Marcos HS and Escondido HS Fields (Baseball)

Statement of Purpose
The objectives of the intercollegiate athletic programs at CSU San Marcos include:

• Student emphasis: To emphasize the student component of student-athlete, seeking not only successful teams for the university but also 100% graduation rates of its team members.
• Lifetime sports: To develop athletic programs in lifelong sports that students can take with them after graduation, providing benefits throughout a lifetime.
• Academic enrichment: To augment the academic programs of the university with experiential learning that takes place through sports, striving to develop confidence, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork in student-athletes.
• Student recruitment: To enhance the effectiveness of student recruitment, blending the appeal of quality athletic programs with the appeal of quality academic programs for the benefit and enrichment of the whole university community.
• Community linkages: To establish new linkages and strengthen existing linkages with all members of the surrounding communities.