Since joining the NAIA and Cal Pac in 2021, Westcliff Athletics has won six national championships, 25 conference championships and five individual championships for a total of 31 athletic championships. Individually, Westcliff has produced 23 NAIA All Americans.

Academically, Westcliff Athletics has produced 118 NAIA scholar athletes and 36 California Pacific Conference All Academic performers.

Our athletic department is guided by the 5Cs; we strive to find great athletes with superior CHARACTER, who can establish an exceptional CULTURE, by making a tremendous impact in the COMMUNITY, by being fully COMMITTED to excellence, which will translate into CHAMPIONSHIPS! Our 5Cs are the epitome of who we are and what we do on and off the field of play.

Our athletes work hard in the classroom and seek to be students first, representing Westcliff University as exemplary student-athletes.  Our teams compete as true Warriors and battle wholeheartedly against all levels of competition. We recruit athletes from near and far and represent countries from all around the world. Check our site for the team’s schedules and come cheer on your Westcliff Warriors!

Message from the Dean of Athletics

“Westcliff Athletics’ success on the playing field stems from a clear vision and commitment to excellence and our 5Cs culture. We ensure our teams compete at a high level by fostering an environment that bypasses traditional growing pains. Our dedicated coaches and administrators prioritize both talent development and teamwork, which, in just our second year of affiliated play, resulted in every team in every season qualifying for postseason play. The athletic department’s collective effort has led to 31 combined national, conference and individual championships in just a few short years.

“Academic excellence is a cornerstone of our program. In my PhD dissertation, I researched how student-athletes navigate athletics and educational demands, and I believe in prioritizing education alongside athletics. Under my tenure as head of Westcliff Athletics, our cumulative department GPA has risen significantly, from 0.98 to 3.05. The improvement is a testament to our commitment to support student-athletes academically, by positioning them to achieve excellence in the classroom, and on the field of play.

“I can confidently say that our focus on leadership, education, and practical experience prepares our students exceptionally well for their future endeavors. The skills they develop here, such as discipline, teamwork, and strategic thinking, are highly valuable in the job market, and many of our graduates have gone on to achieve great success in their careers. That success is rooted in our holistic approach to student-athlete development. We integrate academic rigor with athletic training, ensuring students are well-rounded and ready for the challenges life presents. My background in leadership and business, coupled with Westcliff’s emphasis on mentorship and personal growth, equips our students to compete athletically at the highest level, and accomplish their personal life goals. We believe that by giving them the tools they need, we empower our student-athletes to succeed in whatever path they choose.”

Shawn Harris

Dean of Athletics
Westcliff University