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Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association

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Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association
NameMid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association
Established1912
AssociationNCAA
DivisionNCAA Division II
Members12
Sports23
RegionCentral United States
HeadquartersKansas City, Missouri
CommissionerMike Racy
Websitewww.themiaa.com

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association is a premier collegiate athletic conference operating within NCAA Division II. Founded in 1912, it is one of the oldest athletic conferences in the United States and is renowned for its competitive balance and national success across numerous sports. The league's membership is primarily drawn from universities in the states of Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, with its headquarters located in Kansas City, Missouri.

History

The conference was originally formed in 1912 as the Missouri Intercollegiate Athletic Association by a group of schools including the University of Central Missouri, Missouri Western State University, and Truman State University. It underwent a significant reorganization and name change in 1924, adopting its current identity to reflect a broader geographic footprint beyond Missouri. Throughout the 20th century, it expanded to include institutions from neighboring states, solidifying its status as a central power in NCAA Division II. Key historical moments include the integration of Lincoln University (Missouri) and the addition of several former members of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

Member institutions

The conference currently comprises twelve full member institutions. From Missouri, members include the University of Central Missouri, Missouri Western State University, Northwest Missouri State University, Truman State University, Lincoln University (Missouri), and Missouri Southern State University. The Kansas contingent features Fort Hays State University, Pittsburg State University, Washburn University, and Emporia State University. Nebraska is represented by the University of Nebraska at Kearney, while Oklahoma is represented by Northeastern State University. The league has seen membership changes over the decades, with former members such as the University of Missouri–St. Louis and Southwest Baptist University having competed in the conference.

Sports sponsored

The conference sponsors championship competition in twenty-three sports, twelve for men and eleven for women. Men's sponsored sports include football, basketball, baseball, cross country, track and field (indoor and outdoor), golf, soccer, tennis, and wrestling. Women's sports include basketball, volleyball, softball, cross country, track and field (indoor and outdoor), golf, soccer, tennis, bowling, and stunt. The MIAA is particularly noted for the national prominence of its football and basketball programs, with schools like Northwest Missouri State University and Fort Hays State University frequently appearing in NCAA Division II championship tournaments.

Conference facilities

Member institutions boast significant athletic venues that host conference championships and national events. Notable facilities include Carnie Smith Stadium at Pittsburg State University, Bearcat Stadium at Northwest Missouri State University, and Welch Stadium at Missouri Western State University. For basketball, prominent arenas include Municipal Auditorium (Kansas City, Missouri) which has hosted the conference tournament, as well as campus venues like Gross Memorial Coliseum at Fort Hays State University and the Multi-Purpose Building at Emporia State University. The University of Central Missouri hosts track and field events at its renowned Audrey J. Walton Stadium.

Championships

The conference awards championships in all sponsored sports, with its teams consistently competing for NCAA Division II national titles. Northwest Missouri State University has won multiple national championships in football, while Pittsburg State University has claimed titles in both football and track and field. In women's sports, University of Central Missouri has won national championships in softball and bowling. The annual MIAA Basketball Tournaments, held in Kansas City, Missouri, are marquee events that crown conference champions and award automatic bids to the NCAA Division II national tournaments.

Notable alumni

The conference has produced numerous alumni who have achieved prominence in professional sports, coaching, and other fields. Notable professional athletes include John Brown (wide receiver) from Pittsburg State University, Xavier Omon from Northwest Missouri State University, and Ryan Schraeder from Valdosta State University who transferred from the MIAA. Coaching alumni include Bill Snyder who coached at the University of Kansas and legendary basketball coach Gene Bartow. Other distinguished figures include Olympic medalist and Pittsburg State University alumnus Scott Huffman in track and field.

Category:NCAA Division II conferences Category:Athletic conferences in the United States Category:Sports in Kansas Category:Sports in Missouri Category:1912 establishments in Missouri