Western Kentucky Hilltoppers

The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, or the WKU Hilltoppers, are the athletic teams representing Western Kentucky University. As NCAA Division 1 participating members the Hilltoppers compete in the Sun Belt Conference. Volleyball, track & field, tennis, swimming & diving, softball, soccer, golf, cross-country, and basketball are the sports women field athletic teams. Track & field, tennis, swimming & diving, golf, football, cross-country, basketball, and baseball are the sports men field athletic teams.
The symbol of WKU Pride around campus or at athletic events is Big Red, the big, fuzzy, red mascot. The wearing of red and white is another obvious symbol of WKU Hilltoppers pride. The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers host home games at local facilities like the E.A. Diddle Arena, Nick Denes Field, WKU Softball Field, and the Houchens Industries- L.T. Smith Stadium.