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The Junior High programs offer a variety of sports activities for those students who would like to participate on an athletic team. At this level, the focus is on skill development, fundamentals of team play, socio-emotional growth, and knowledge of game rules.

The Freshmen/Junior Varsity programs exist for those athletes who have the desire and potential to compete at the varsity level. A high level of commitment and dedication is expected at this level. The demands of physical conditioning increase along with continued work toward refining fundamental skills and game strategies. During participation in these programs, a continued growth in the athlete’s socio-emotional development will be emphasized.

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Athletes will continue to work toward individual goals and improvement plus increase team interaction to achieve team goals. Striving for victory, the outcome of the contest will become more of a consideration at this level.

Regular attendance along with focus and concentration during the practice sessions are essential to the success of these programs and will have a direct affect on the level of achievement during competition. Every effort will be made to allow for meaningful contest participation during each season; however, a specific amount of playing time is never guaranteed. Work habits and attitudes that are developed during this phase of the athlete’s sports program will prepare her/him for necessary commitment, dedication, and time demands required at the varsity level.

Varsity competition is the culmination of each sports program. Athletic ability, socio-emotional development, and playing experience are the major factors in team selection and playing time. While varsity teams are made up of primarily upperclassman, it is not unusual to see an outstanding underclassman playing at the varsity level. This is particularly true in the sports commonly classified as “individual” such as golf, track, and tennis.

Squad size will vary from sport to sport and is based on the number needed to conduct an effective and meaningful practice and to be competitive on the playing field. It is important the each player understands his/her role on the team and is informed of its importance. Coaches will make every effort to allow each athlete to have the opportunity to compete at the varsity level, but a specified amount of playing time is never guaranteed. The dedication and commitment of the varsity athlete should never be questionable and regular attendance at practice and athletic contests are required for participation. Some practice and contest may be held on weekends and during holidays.

The varsity coach in each sport is the leader in that sports program and determines the system of instruction and strategy for that program. Regular communication will take place between the varsity coach and all the coaches of the teams in that sport. The coaches will work together to provide the optimal learning experience for each athlete.

Striving to win should be the goal every time a team puts on the blue and gold because it means giving all that you have both physically and mentally until the final whistle blows or the finish line is crossed. We will always ‘win’ if we leave the contest knowing there was nothing left to give.