Athletics

COMPETITIVE – DISCIPLINE – FAMILY – INTEGRITY – PASSION

Never Surrender

MidAmerica Nazarene University is committed to five core covenants that are the foundation for every Pioneer team, student athlete, coach, administrator, and campus community member. These core covenants are visible throughout MNU athletics and extend beyond the playing field.

Competitive

Discipline

Family

Integrity

Passion

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Team Sports

MNU features athletic teams in Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field, Volleyball, and Weightlifting.

MNU Sports Home

Tickets

Cheer the Pioneers on to victory by purchasing season tickets or single-game tickets.

Season Tickets

Gameday Tickets

Eligibility

Want to become a Pioneer? Here are the steps to get started:

Prospective student-athletes are encouraged to fill out the recruiting form for the sport or sports they are interested in playing at MNU (baseball, basketball (m), basketball (w), cheerleading, cross country/track & field, football, soccer (m), soccer (w), softball, volleyball). The information will be delivered directly to the head coach for the respective sport. Also, feel free to contact any MNU coach via email or phone. Contact information can be found in the Staff Directory section of the MNU Sports site.

All prospective student-athletes are required to complete an Undergraduate Admissions application and go through the regular admissions process. Applications are available online. If you are interested in becoming a MNU student we strongly encourage you to browse Undergraduate Admissions to learn more about MNU and see if we are a good fit for you!

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of first-time NAIA student-athletes. For more information, check out this PDF or visit http://www.playnaia.com.

1. Submit your profile at http://www.playnaia.com

2. Send all required documents to the NAIA Eligibility Center (and make sure they’re received); and

3. Share your Eligibility Center ID# with the college coach.

To get in the game, make sure you complete the “Big 3” at least two full weeks before your first practice!

We look forward to you joining our team!

Featured Degrees

Master of Arts in Counseling

Develop the knowledge and skills to be an exceptional professional counselor

MAC - Marriage, Couple, & Family Counseling

Train to help foster communication and build trusting relationships

MAC - School Counseling +

Help students navigate academic challenges, career planning, mental health resources and times of crisis

MAC - Clinical Mental Health

Deliver professional counseling services in a clinical environment

MAC - Christian Faith & Counseling

Enhance your degree with an emphasis in Christian faith & counseling

Postgraduate Play Therapy Certificate

Learn to help clients express themselves through play

Graduate Sexual Addictions Treatment Provider Certificate

Designed to train providers from a faith-based perspective

Postgraduate Trauma Therapy Certificate

Deepen your capacity to serve those impacted by trauma

Events

MWROC Festival - Rock Orchestra Concert Finale Event

Bell Cultural Events Center

Jul 18, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Jul 18, 2025 @ 8:00pm

International Rock Orchestra Concert Finale Event featuring over 150 musicians and singers on one stage!

MWROC Festival - Matt Bell and Greg Byers

Bell Cultural Events Center

Jul 17, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Jul 17, 2025 @ 8:00pm

Matt has been a Viper player since 1997 and has been exploring ways to use electric violin in rock, pop, hip hop, and R&B ever since. Greg Byers, M.M., uses his talents as a performer, composer, educator, and producer to share the joy of music with a diverse range of audiences.

MWROC Festival - The Chuck and David Show, starring Dr. David Wallace and Dr. Chuck Bontrager

Bell Cultural Events Center

Jul 16, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Jul 16, 2025 @ 8:00pm

A master teaching artist, David Wallace has performed, consulted, and authored curricula for dozens of performing arts institutions, including Carnegie Hall, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Tanglewood Music Festival. Dr. Chuck Bontrager is the very definition of the 21st-century musician: highly Classically trained, experienced in multiple performance styles, and fluent in several variations of his instrument—viola, violin, baritone viola (chin-cello), mandolin and mandola—and his electric violins.

MWROC Festival - Tracy Silverman and Haydn Vitera

Bell Cultural Events Center

Jul 15, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Jul 15, 2025 @ 8:00pm

Tracy Silverman is one of the world’s foremost electric violin soloists, bringing concert hall legitimacy to this next-generation instrument. Haydn Vitera is one of the amazing Artist Mentors on our Electrify Your Symphony team and we’re thrilled to welcome him back this year!

MWROC Festival - The Mark Wood Experience and Matt Vanacoro

Bell Cultural Events Center

Jul 14, 2025 @ 7:00pm

to Jul 14, 2025 @ 8:00pm

This powerful group stars Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s original string master and powerhouse vocalist Laura Kaye performing exciting and original songs and music by other classic rock legends.

Kansas City Movement

Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall

Jun 28, 2025 @ 1:30pm

to Jun 28, 2025 @ 7:00pm

A vibrant dance showcase featuring young performers presenting a variety of styles including ballet, modern, lyrical, jazz, and tap.