Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks
University	University of Louisiana at Monroe
Conference	Sun Belt
NCAA	Division I (FBS)
Athletic director	John Hartwell
Location	Monroe, Louisiana
Varsity teams	15 (6 men, 9 women)
Football stadium	Malone Stadium
Basketball arena	Fant–Ewing Coliseum
Baseball stadium	Lou St. Amant Field
Softball stadium	ULM Softball Complex
Soccer stadium	Groseclose Track at Brown Stadium
Other arenas	Bayou Desiard Country Club Raymond Heard Stadium Selman Field Cross Country Course ULM Beach Volleyball Courts
Mascot	Ace the Warhawk
Nickname	Warhawks
Fight song	Cheer for ULM Warhawks
Colors	Maroon and Gold

The Louisiana–Monroe Warhawks (also called ULM Warhawks) are the sports teams that represent the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). ULM has 15 different sports teams. There are six men's teams and nine women's teams.

These teams compete in 11 different sports. They are part of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I. In football, they play in the Football Bowl Subdivision. All ULM teams are members of the Sun Belt Conference.

What's in a Name? The Warhawks Nickname

The sports teams at Louisiana–Monroe are known as the Warhawks.

Why the Nickname Changed

For 75 years, ULM's mascot was the "Indians." But on January 30, 2006, the university president, James Cofer, announced a change. This happened because the NCAA (the main college sports organization) decided that mascots based on Indigenous themes were not allowed. The NCAA felt these mascots were "hostile and abusive" to Native Americans.

Even though ULM tried to keep the "Indians" name, they had to change it. A special committee helped choose a new mascot. They asked for ideas from students, staff, alumni, and the public.

The top three ideas were "Warhawks," "Bayou Gators," and "Bayou Hawks." On April 5, 2006, "Warhawks" was chosen as the new mascot. The change officially happened on June 26, 2006. This new name honors Major General Claire Lee Chennault. He was a famous pilot from World War II. His Air Force unit used a plane called the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. Even though the name comes from a plane, the team's logos mostly show bird images.

Sports You Can Play at ULM

Sun Belt Conference logo in Louisiana–Monroe's colors

ULM offers many sports for both men and women. Here's a look at the teams:

Baseball Team Highlights

The baseball team is coached by Mike Federico. They won the Sun Belt Conference Championship in 2008. Their home games are played at Warhawk Field. In 2012, the Warhawks won the Sun Belt Conference Baseball Tournament. This win earned them a spot in the NCAA Division I baseball tournament. The ULM Warhawks have won 14 baseball conference championships.

Women's Beach Volleyball

The ULM Warhawks women's beach volleyball team plays in NCAA Division I. Since 2023, they have been part of the Sun Belt Conference. Before that, they were members of Conference USA from 2021 to 2022. The program started in 2013.

Football Team History

The Warhawks college football team began in 1931. They now compete in the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision. They are part of the Sun Belt Conference. Home games are played at Malone Stadium on the ULM campus.

From December 2015, Matt Viator was the head coach. When they were known as the Indians, Monroe won or shared four Southland Conference championships. They also won the 1987 I-AA National Championship.

Many ULM football players have gone on to play professionally. Some have played in the National Football League, like Stan Humphries and Bubby Brister. Others have played in the Canadian Football League or the Arena League.

The 2012 season was special for the Warhawks. It was their first winning season since joining the Football Bowl Subdivision.

Basketball Teams

Men's and women's basketball teams play their home games at Fant-Ewing Coliseum. This arena opened in 1971 and can hold 7,000 fans.

Men's Basketball

The biggest crowd for a men's basketball game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum was 8,044 people. They watched the Northeast Louisiana Indians play the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs on January 25, 1979. The ULM Warhawks men's basketball team has won 19 conference championships.

Women's Basketball

The largest crowd for a women's basketball game at Fant-Ewing Coliseum was 8,155 fans. They watched the Northeast Louisiana Lady Indians play the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters on February 11, 1985. The ULM Warhawks women's basketball team has won five conference championships.

Cross Country Teams

Men's Cross Country

The ULM Warhawks men's cross country team has won five conference championships.

Women's Cross Country

The ULM Warhawks women's cross country team has won two conference championships.

Golf Teams

ULM Golf clubhouse

Men's Golf

The ULM Warhawks men's golf team has won two conference championships.

Softball Team

The ULM Warhawks softball team has won two conference championships.

Women's Tennis Team

The ULM Warhawks women's tennis team has won nine conference championships.

Track and Field Teams

Men's Track and Field

The ULM Warhawks men's outdoor track & field team has won nine conference championships.

Women's Track and Field

The ULM Warhawks women's outdoor track & field team has won four conference championships.

Other Sports at ULM

Water Skiing

The University of Louisiana at Monroe Water Ski Team is very successful. They have won 29 National Championship titles. This makes them a dominant team in college water ski competitions since 1979.

Championships and Wins

NCAA National Championships

As of April 4, 2016, Louisiana Monroe has won one NCAA team national championship.

• Men's (1)
  • Football (1): 1987

Conference Championships

The ULM Warhawks have won many conference championships. The men's teams have won 75 titles. The women's teams have won 24 titles. These include regular-season, tournament, or divisional championships.

• Men's
  • Basketball (19): 2007^D, 1997, 1996, 1996^T, 1994, 1993, 1993^T, 1992^T 1991, 1991^T, 1990, 1990^T, 1986, 1986^T, 1982^T, 1980, 1979^T, 1965, 1962
  • Tennis (18): 1997, 1996, 1995^T 1994, 1993, 1992, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1985, 1984, 1982, 1981, 1980, 1965, 1964, 1963
  • Baseball (14): 2012^T, 2008, 2002, 2000, 1999, 1996, 1995^T, 1983, 1982, 1970, 1969, 1968, 1966, 1964
  • Outdoor Track & Field (9): 1988, 1987, 1970, 1969, 1964, 1963, 1962, 1960, 1959
  • Football (5): 2005, 1992, 1990, 1987, 1982
  • Cross Country (5): 1965, 1964, 1962, 1961, 1959
  • Indoor Track & Field (3): 1988, 1987, 1986
  • Golf (2): 2004, 1968
• Women's
  • Women's Tennis (9): 2017, 2003^T, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1984
  • Women's Basketball (5): 2005, 1987, 1985, 1984, 1983^T
  • Women's Outdoor Track and Field (4): 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986
  • Softball (2): 1997, 1986^T
  • Women's Indoor Track & Field (2): 1989, 1987
  • Women's Cross Country (2): 1986, 1985

^T means a conference tournament championship. ^D means a divisional conference championship.

Sports Facilities at ULM

ULM has several great places where their teams practice and play.

Lou St. Amant Field

Brown Stadium

Malone Stadium

Fant–Ewing Coliseum

Here are some of the main venues:

Team Rivalries

The Warhawks have rivalries with other teams in the Sun Belt Conference. Their biggest rivals are the Arkansas State Red Wolves and the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns.

Football Rivalries

Here are some of the football rivalries for the Warhawks:

Warhawks Sports Radio Network

ULM started the Warhawk Sports Radio Network in 2007. This network includes several radio stations. They broadcast ULM sporting events across Northeast Louisiana. Three Monroe radio stations, KLIP, KMLB, and KRJO, provide live commentary.

Here is a list of the stations:

• KLIP 105.3 FM in Monroe (Football, Men's basketball)
• KMLB 105.7 FM / 540 AM in Monroe (Women's basketball, Baseball)
• KRJO 1680 AM in Monroe (Basketball)

See also

In Spanish: Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks para niños

• List of NCAA Division I institutions