Jackson State University's colors are navy blue and white.

For men's teams, Jackson State University sponsors Football, Basketball, Baseball, Track, and Tennis.

For women's teams, Jackson State University sponsors Basketball, Softball, Track, Tennis, Volleyball, Soccer, and Bowling.

[2] Often accompanying the JSU athletic teams is the university's marching band and dance line.

The group was given the nickname, “The Sonic Boom of the South” by band members in 1971.