Duke Athletics
Giving in 2008-09
Women's tennis claimed its first and the school's 10th overall NCAA Championship. Men's lacrosse advanced to the NCAA semi-finals, and women's soccer and lacrosse made Elite Eight appearances. Women's tennis, men's basketball, and men's lacrosse won ACC Championships. Duke Athletics received a record $12.6 million in annual Iron Dukes contributions from more than 8,000 donors. These gifts primarily offset the cost of Duke's 241 athletic scholarships.
Giving Priorities
- Annual support for the Iron Dukes
- Capital projects for football and rowing
- Endowment for scholarships and programs
Giving News
- The football program received a $10 million donation from Steve Brooks and Bob Pascal to enhance the outdoor practice fields, the visiting team locker room, and a field house featuring a full length practice field. Read More
Other Highlights
- Duke had 12 athletic programs honored with NCAA Public Recognition Awards, an ACC-high. The awards are presented each year to teams finishing among the top 10 percent of their respective sport based on the most recent multi-year Academic Performance Rate (APR). Read More