Selected members of the varsity teams are trained by competent coaches headed by the Sports Development Office. The varsity teams participate in different regional and national competitions and tournaments. If fortunate, athletes who excel in their field step up to the international arena. Among the yearly competitions are the following:
Major Competitions
- Universities and Colleges Athletics Association (UCAA) – founded 2002
- National Capital Region Athletic Association (NCRAA) – 3rd longest-running collegiate athletic association
- Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) – founded on February 17, 1953
- University Games (UNIGAMES) – national collegiate sports competition in the Philippines
- UNIVERSIADE – International Olympics for College students
Other Competitions
- Petron Beach Volleyball
- Nestea Beach Volleyball
- Philippine Swimming League
- Swimming Competitions
- North Batangas Open League
- Asian University Games
- Cavite Athletic Association of the Philippines (CAAP)
DLSU-D Patriots have been excelling in the above competitions for several years now and will pursuingly promote excellence in the field of sports for the coming years as fueled by the Lasallian core values.