Modified Program
The philosophy of middle school athletics is to maximize participation, have fun, and learn the fundamentals of the sport in a developmental setting. Each participant will be given equal opportunities to participate in both practices and games to develop those skills necessary for the sport. However, if the student-athlete is not developing to the satisfaction of the coach, then equal participation might cause a safety situation. This equal participation is also contingent upon attendance, behavior, and effort during practice sessions and games. The maximum number of athletes will be kept on the rosters (generally 10-25 athletes per coach, depending on sport). The procedure of reducing student-athletes is not desirable. However, if the number of students trying out for a team creates a situation that is difficult to manage, poses a safety issue, or is problematic because of faculty or facility considerations, reducing team size may be necessary.
*Middle school athletic teams are reserved for students in grades 7 and 8*
Commitment level: 5 days per week (primarily school days)
Playing time: Guaranteed
Fall offerings: Football, Boys and Girls Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country
Winter offerings: Indoor Track, Boys and Girls Basketball, Wrestling
Spring offerings: Baseball, Softball, Track and Field
Junior Varsity Program
The junior varsity level is intended for those who display the potential for continued development into productive varsity-level performers. Although team membership varies according to the structure of each program, sophomores and freshmen occupy most roster positions. In certain situations, juniors and exceptional 7/8th-grade student-athletes may be included on a junior varsity roster.
The realization that practice sessions are important is a premise that is vital to a successful junior varsity team and player. For all team members, meaningful contest participation will exist over the course of a season. However, a specified amount of playing time is never guaranteed. Participants at this level are preparing themselves for the same six-day-a-week commitment that is expected at the varsity level. With the goal of becoming a varsity athlete clearly in sight, students participating at this level are expected to demonstrate a high degree of dedication and commitment.
Commitment level: 5-6 days per week
Playing time: Not guaranteed
Fall offerings: Volleyball, Boys and Girls Soccer
Winter offerings: Boys and Girls Basketball, Wrestling
Spring offerings: Baseball and Softball
Varsity Program
Varsity competition is the culmination of each sports program. Seniors and juniors generally make up most of the roster.
Squad size at the varsity level is limited. The number of participants on any given team is a function of those needed to conduct effective and meaningful practices and to play the contest. While contest participation over the course of a season is desirable, a specified amount of playing time at the varsity level is never guaranteed.
A sound attitude and advanced level of skill are prerequisites for a position on a varsity team, as is the realization that a varsity sport requires a six-day-a-week commitment. This commitment is often extended into vacation periods for all sports seasons. While contests and practices are rarely held on holidays and Sundays, they sometimes may be scheduled during school vacation periods.
The varsity coach is the leader of that sport’s program and determines the system of instruction and strategy for that program.
Commitment level: 6 days per week
Playing time: Not guaranteed
Fall offerings: Football, Boys and Girls Soccer, Cross Country, Girls Tennis, Volleyball, Cheerleading
Winter offerings: Boys and Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, Cheerleading, Indoor Track
Spring offerings: Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Boys and Girls Golf, Boys Tennis