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Frequently Asked Questions about Intramural Spots
- How do I sign up to play?
- I want to play Intramural Sports, but I don't have a team. How do I sign up?
- Who can play Intramural Sports at UH?
- How much does it cost to play?
- Where are Intramural Sports played?
- Where is the Intramural Sports office?
- Can I play on more than one Intramural team?
- My team has a game scheduled for tomorrow night, but I know we can't make it. What should I do?
- How do I know if my game has been canceled due to rain?
- My friend is on the University of Houston Football team. Can he play on my Intramural flag football team?
- My roommate plays on the men's Club Soccer team. Can he still play on my Intramural soccer team?
- What is the Sportsmanship Rating System and how does it work?
- Can my friend come watch my Intramural game even though he/she doesn't have a membership?
- I have a question, but it isn't listed here. What should I do?
Registration for all Intramural Sports activities must be completed thru http://www.IMLeagues.com. Detailed registration instructions can be found by clicking here.
I want to play Intramural Sports, but I don't have a team. How do I sign up?
Players who do not have a team are encouraged to sign up as free agents. Click here to see detailed registration instructions (including information on signing up as a free agent).
Who can play Intramural Sports at UH?
Students: Any student who is enrolled (at least 1 hour) at the University of Houston – Central Campus.
Rec/Alumni: An active Alumni organization member with a current, full CRWC membership and membership card.
Faculty/Staff: Any person employed by the University of Houston – Central Campus at least 0.50 FTE and benefits eligible with a current CRWC membership card.
Rec/Alumni: An active Alumni organization member with a current, full CRWC membership and membership card.
Faculty/Staff: Any person employed by the University of Houston – Central Campus at least 0.50 FTE and benefits eligible with a current CRWC membership card.
How much does it cost to play?
Most Intramural Sports activities are free to play with an active Campus Recreation membership. Off-campus activities (golf, paintball, etc.) often cost extra. See the Intramural Sports main page for a list of activities offered and associated costs (if any).
Where are intramural sports played?
Intramural sports are played at a variety of locations, including:
University of Houston Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Cullen Intramural fields at the corner of Cullen and Elgin
University Center Game Room
University of Houston Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Cullen Intramural fields at the corner of Cullen and Elgin
University Center Game Room
Where is the Intramural Sports office?
The Intramural Sports office is located in the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center Room 1007 (in the rotunda area across from the reservations office).
Can I play on more than one Intramural Sports team?
For each major sport you participate in, you may only play on one single-gender (male, female, greek, open) team and one co-rec team. This includes teams representing Greek organizations – participation on a greek team counts as a player's one single-gender team.
For each minor team sport and individual/dual sport, you may only play on one team.
My team has a game scheduled for tomorrow night, but I know we can't make it. What should I do?
If you know in advance that your team will not have enough players to compete as scheduled, contact the Intramural Sports office at 713-743-8041 before 12:00 p.m. on the day of the game (Monday – Friday games) or by 12:00 p.m. on Friday (for any weekend games) to receive a DEFAULT. By calling ahead and defaulting the game, your team will receive a loss and a sportsmanship grade of '2' for that game. If you do not call ahead and simply don't show up, your team will receive a forfeit loss and a sportsmanship grade of '0' for that game.
How do I know if my game has been canceled due to rain?
In the event of inclement weather, decisions regarding playing conditions will not be made before 12:00 p.m. Team captains will be responsible for contacting the IM Sports Office at 713-743-8041 to learn the status of the games. There is no guarantee that postponed contests will be rescheduled.
No. Candidates for varsity intercollegiate programs are not eligible for intramural participation in the "related sport" in which they are participating. (This includes all players on the roster and other people who are practicing with the team). To be eligible, participants must have not participated with the University of Houston "related sport" (in either practice or games) within the last 365 days. For non-related sports, there is a limit of 2 University of Houston varsity intercollegiate athletes per team (for example: no more than 2 current varsity track & field athletes may play on the same flag football team). Please contact the intramural sports office if you have any questions regarding participant eligibility.
My roommate plays on the men's Club Soccer team. Can he still play on my Intramural Soccer team?
Yes, members of sport club teams are eligible for intramural competition in the sport in which they compete for the club. It should be noted, however, that Intramural Sports teams are limited to 2 'related-sport' club players per roster in all sports. In addition, club players participating in their related sport must participate in the highest competition level available (ex: a male club soccer player is not eligible to play for a mens recreational soccer team if there is a competitive league offered). Please contact the Intramural Sports office or the Sport Clubs Coordinator if you have any questions regarding participant eligibility.
What is the Sportsmanship Rating System and how does it work?
At UH, we strive to promote a pleasant atmosphere, not only for our students but for our guests as well. This pertains to Intramural Sports as much as any other part of campus. To promote a friendly and safe atmosphere, Intramural Sports implements a sportsman ship rating system that pertains towards players and fans/spectators. The sportsmanship rating will be determined by Intramural Staff and will include behavior before, during, and after each contest. Each team will receive a letter grade after each game. A team that has an average sportsmanship rating of less than 2.5 will be ineligible for the playoffs. Sportsmanship ratings will be based off of the following criteria:
- 4 POINTS - Excellent Conduct and Sportsmanship: Players cooperate with officials and other team members. The manager calmly converses with officials about interpretations and calls. The manager also has full control of his/her teammates. There was no abusive language used toward anybody.
- 3 POINTS – Good Conduct and Sportsmanship: Minor dissent is present, but overall players respect officials and the game. Captain shows control of his/her players and fans. There was no abusive language towards the officials.
- 2 POINTS – Average Conduct and Sportsmanship: Captain shows some control of his/her players and fans. Team shows abusive language towards officials and/or opposing team that may or may not merit a warning. A rating of '2' will be given to a team when they Default a game.
- 1 POINT – Below Average Conduct and Sportsmanship: Teams constantly arguing with officials and/or opposing team. Captain shows little or no control of his/her players and fans. Several warnings and/or one ejection will be present.
- 0 POINTS – Unacceptable Conduct and Sportsmanship: Team is completely uncooperative. Captain shows no control over his/her players and fans. Any team that receives multiple ejections will receive a grade of '0'. If a '0' is issued, the team captain must meet with the Assistant Director of Intramural Sports before the start of the next scheduled game. A rating of '0' will be given to a team when they forfeit a game.
Can my friend come watch my Intramural game even though he/she doesn't have a membership?
Yes. If your Intramural game is being played at either the Cullen Fields or the Sport Club field behind the Rec Center, there are no restrictions. If you game is being played inside the Rec Center, you must call or visit the Intramural Sports office before 2:00 on game day (or 2:00 Friday for weekend games) and place the person on the Intramural Sports guest list. You must provide the full name of both the guest and the student that he/she is coming to watch. The guest will not be admitted without government-issued photo identification.
I have a question, but it isn't listed here. What should I do?
If you have a question about something that isn't addressed here, feel free to contact the Intramural Sports office by phone at 713-743-8041 or email imsports@uh.edu
Hi, how can use the creation center ? I looked at the information but still don’t fully understand. I am a full-time student ad want to learn climbing.
Do I have to contact a conductor making a reservation to teach me ?
When I enter , just use my Cougar Card ?
Thank you !!!
If you are a full time student you will have access to the recreation facility by using your cougar one card. This card must be presented upon entry to the facility. If interested in climbing stop by the climbing wall during normal hours of operation. For the winter break, hours for the climbing wall are Monday to Friday 2pm to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday 2pm to 6pm. Open climbing is offered at those times. During the winter season no climbing courses are offered. Please check back at the beginning of the semester for an updated schedule of our free classes. Thank you
I was wondering, I have played for years for a womens college soccer team, and was curious if I was eligable to play for the club team?
Thank you
Response: Yes you are eligible to play for the women’s club soccer team. However, depending on how long you played and when you played there are some restrictions.
Do u have to be a ‘current’ UH student to play Intramural Sports? and can u tell me what’s the deadline to sign up for Tennis this semester ?
Response: Yes, you do have to be a current UH student to play Intramural Sports. The deadline for the Tennis Singles tournament is Monday, April 9 on imleague.com.