Athletics is an integral part of the student's educational experience, providing tools, skills and competencies which contribute to the total development of the individual. The Tougaloo College Athletic Program includes indoor and outdoor track, cross country, and women's and men's basketball. Intramural sports are also offered, which include basketball, archery, tennis, flag football, soccer and outdoor track. Tougaloo College is a member of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).