Athletic Programs

Athletic Honors

The Robert H. Hack Award is given to the outstanding male and female freshman student athletes in memory of Robert H. Hack. Selections are made by the Athletic Awards Committee.

The Academic Athlete Awards are given to the sophomore male and female student athletes who have earned the highest cumulative grade-point average and have demonstrated both scholastic achievement and athletic ability.

The Robert P. Slivovsky Award is given to the most valuable male and female sophomore student athletes in memory of Robert P. Slivovsky. These selections are made by the Athletic Awards Committee.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Morton College’s athletic program provides student athletes with experienced coaches, quality instruction, participation in intercollegiate athletics, challenging competition, travel and an opportunity to earn athletic scholarships. Morton College offers the following intercollegiate sports:

The National Junior College Athletic Association governs a student athlete’s eligibility for athletic participation. For more information, visit the Intercollegiate Athletic Department, Room 201E, in the Henry J. Vais Gymnasium, or call (708) 656-8000, Ext. 2370.

National, Regional and Conference Affiliation

Morton College is a proud member of the National Junior College Athletic Association, Region IV and the Illinois Skyway Community College Conference. The Illinois Skyway Conference, a pioneer among community college conferences, is considered to be one of the most competitive conferences in the Midwest. It consists of eight community colleges, offering competition not only in intercollegiate athletics but also in academic events including Art, Jazz, S.T.E.M. and Writers’ Fest. Conference members also compete for the All-Sports Award. For more information about the conference, visit www. skywayconference.com.

Morton College Athletic Association

The Morton College Athletic Association (M.C.A.A.) supports the athletic department in promoting high-quality athletic programs by providing additional funding for scholarships. Membership consists of athletes, parents, coaches, college staff, alumni and friends of the College. For further information, visit the Intercollegiate Athletic Department, Room 201E, in the Henry J. Vais Gymnasium, or call (708) 656-8000, Ext. 2370.