What distinguishes club sports from intramural sports?

Club sports are distinguished by their organized structure, which includes having scheduled practices and competitions, often with a membership fee involved, and they actively engage in intercollegiate competitions against other colleges and universities. This aspect of competing at a higher level and often striving for skill development and team representation reflects the commitment and competitiveness of club sports.

In contrast, intramural sports typically focus on recreational participation, providing opportunities for students to engage in a variety of sports in a more casual, social atmosphere. These leagues are generally organized within the university and are not aimed at competitive play against external institutions. Thus, the key distinguishing feature of club sports lies in their formal competition and organizational commitments that align more closely with collegiate athletics compared to the recreational nature of intramural sports.