In fiscal year 2025, James Madison University's Field Hockey program reported $142K in revenue and $1.7M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.6M. The largest revenue source was Direct Institutional Support at $135K. Among the 20 FBS programs reporting Field Hockey data, James Madison University ranks 9th overall in total expenses (1st of 10 Group of Five programs) — above the FBS average of $1.7M. James Madison University competes in the Sun Belt; financial data is available from FY2010 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Direct Institutional Support | $134,611 |
| Contributions | $5,231 |
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $2,345 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $535,317 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $363,644 |
| Facilities Maintenance and Operations | $357,715 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $157,093 |
| Team Travel | $131,929 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $52,635 |
| Game Expenses | $25,683 |
| Recruiting | $23,027 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $18,330 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $10,632 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $9,042 |
| Memberships and Dues | $7,975 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $5,702 |
| Severance Payments | $4,520 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $2,504 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $142,187 | $1,705,748 | -$1.6M |
| FY2024 | $74,412 | $1,458,248 | -$1.4M |
| FY2023 | $26,325 | $1,238,890 | -$1.2M |
| FY2022 | $20,999 | $1,131,194 | -$1.1M |
| FY2021 | $43,086 | $870,768 | -$828K |
| FY2020 | $22,815 | $981,375 | -$959K |
The field hockey program generated just $142K in FY2025 revenue, with $135K of that coming from direct institutional support rather than ticket sales or external sources, underscoring its dependence on university funding. Against $1.7M in expenses — led by $535K in athletic student aid — the program ran a $1.6M deficit, though its spending aligns almost exactly with the FBS average for the sport. Expenses have grown steadily from $871K in FY2021 to $1.7M in FY2025, and among Group of Five schools offering field hockey, James Madison ranks first in program spending.
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