New Haven

The University of New Haven Chargers embody a legendary football tradition, a broad culture of Division II excellence, and the resilient spirit of a champion from their home in West Haven, Connecticut. The university's athletic identity was forged on the gridiron, where the Chargers built a Division II football dynasty in the 1990s, culminating in a dominant 1997 season that saw them ranked No. 1 in the nation and reach the NCAA National Championship game. After a brief hiatus, the program made a triumphant return to the field, quickly reclaiming its place as a perennial national contender and a powerhouse in the elite Northeast-10 Conference. This championship pedigree extends across campus, highlighted by a women's basketball team that captured a 1987 NCAA National Championship and a women's volleyball program that is a consistent national power with its own Final Four appearances. The Charger mascot symbolizes the powerful, energetic, and unrelenting drive that has fueled generations of success for the blue and gold. The New Haven Chargers represent the pinnacle of Division II competition, a program defined by a tough, winning tradition and the undeniable heart to overcome any obstacle.