Glendale Community College offers a comprehensive and competitive intercollegiate athletic program sanctioned by the 3C2A. The Vaqueros are proudly represented in the Western State Conference (WSC) and Southern California Football Association (SCFA). Vaquero Athletics offers 16 sports for both men and women student athletes. Men’s sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, tennis, and track and field, while women’s sports feature basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, soccer, indoor volleyball, tennis, track and field, and softball.
The athletic programs are guided by experienced coaches, professional experts and supported by a dedicated staff, including certified athletic trainers who ensures the health and safety of all student-athletes. The backbone of the student athlete academic success is at the Center for Academic Success in Athletics (CASA), The CASA hosts a full-time Success Specialist and two academic counselors whom provide support services such as educational planning, enrollment advisement, and career guidance, helping athletes balance their commitment to both academics and competition.
With newly renovated facilities at the Vaquero Athletic Complex, student athletes have access to a state-of-the-art weight room, team rooms and locker room facilities. Glendale Community College continues to provide student-athletes with the tools they need to succeed. State Champions, Southern California Champions, and Conference Champions have been plentiful at GCC and we look forward for more to come.
