The Alaska Anchorage Seawolves are the athletic teams of the University of Alaska Anchorage. The nickname is based on a mythical Sea-Wolf creature in Tlingit and Haida traditions, and the primary conference is the Great Northwest Athletic Conference in NCAA Division II.[1]
| University | University of Alaska Anchorage |
|---|---|
| Colours | Green and gold |
| Mascot | Spirit |
| Primary conference | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
| Basketball venue | Alaska Airlines Center |
| Hockey | Independent |
Teams
The primary NCAA level is Division II, with gymnastics, skiing and hockey in Division I. Gymnastics competes in the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation, skiing in the Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Ski Association and hockey is independent. Sports include men’s and women’s basketball, cross country and track and field, women’s gymnastics and volleyball, men’s ice hockey and co-ed skiing. The source is inconsistent on some details, such as men’s volleyball and the total of 12 or 13 varsity teams.[1]
Venues
Basketball is played at the Alaska Airlines Center, ice hockey at the Seawolf Sports Complex, and other sports use venues at Alyeska Resort, Kincaid Park and The Dome. The mascot is Spirit, and the colours are green and gold.[1]
FAQs
What does Seawolves refer to? A mythical Sea-Wolf in Tlingit and Haida traditions.
Which conference do they play in? The Great Northwest Athletic Conference.
Where do they play basketball? At the Alaska Airlines Center.
Sources
Key facts
- Colours green and gold
- Primary conference GNAC
Quick checkWhat is the origin of the Seawolves name?Show answer
A mythical Sea-Wolf in Tlingit and Haida traditions
Sources
- Wiki2. Alaska Anchorage Seawolves. 2026 (accessed 2026-11-14)
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