The Gardner–Webb Runnin' Bulldogs are the athletic teams of Gardner–Webb University located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, United States. Gardner–Webb participates in 23 varsity sports at the NCAA Division I level. The school's programs are a part of the Big South Conference. Gardner–Webb has also produced many notable athletes and coaches, including: Artis Gilmore, Gerry Vaillancourt, John Drew, Woody Fish, Eddie Lee Wilkins, Jim Washburn, Blake Lalli, Jim Maxwell, Gabe Wilkins, Cara Saunders, and Brian Johnston.