My son went to Denison with the intention of running track. He did not try to get recruited but the track team has become a central part of his experience at the school (he is a junior now). We visited Denison only after he was accepted, but before visiting, he reached out to the coach, who kindly spent a lot of time with him, showing him around the Mitchell Center and introducing him to a couple of team members. He also watched the practice that day and was made to feel very welcome.
I don’t know much about club or intermural sports, although I know a couple of my son’s friends do participate. You’ve probably already seen this info, but in case it is helpful, I’ve included links to the club and intermural pages below.
In general, sports and athletics are very important at Denison, although not so much in a “rah rah” sense. There are plenty of students who don’t participate, but a large number do at one level or another. The facilities, coaching and support are terrific. There is an emphasis on the idea of a student athlete and development through sport. My son has been able to keep up with a very full courseload as well as the demands of the track team and a part-time campus job. I really can’t imagine a better place for a sporty kid.