The men's basketball team represents Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

[2] The women's basketball team represents Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

The football team represents Northwestern State University located in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

The softball team represents Northwestern State University located in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

"Fork 'em" is a hand gesture and slogan used by students at Northwestern State University in their celebration of sports teams.