Good day! I'm doing some research and trying to find Division 2 football colleges in California. Anyone know of some solid D2 programs in the golden state?
Sure, happy to help with that. However, D2 football programs are actually rare in California. There are only two National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II colleges where you can play football in the state of California: Azusa Pacific University and Humboldt State University.
Azusa Pacific University has a solid football tradition with the Cougars frequently competing for the Great Northwest Athletic Conference title. Furthermore, their campus is located near the city of Los Angeles, giving students access to the numerous resources and opportunities that a big city has to offer.
Humboldt State University, located in Arcata, had previously discontinued their football program in 2018, but there are ongoing discussions about reinstating it. Hence, you might want to keep an eye on it for any updates.
Keep in mind that the strength of a football program doesn't solely rely on its division ranking. Winning and high performance aren't the only benchmarks for the quality of a program. Consider elements such as the coaching team, facilities, academic support, and how well the program will be able to balance your academic, athletic, and personal goals.
Apart from the D2 schools, there are also numerous Division III and NAIA football programs in California that could be worth looking into based on your athletic and academic goals.
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