Athletics

Sandwich Middle High School students believe in five core values - Performance, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence (P.R.I.D.E.). Interscholastic athletic competition is an extension of the classroom and an educational activity that provides outstanding opportunities to teach life lessons. Through participation in such programs, young people learn values and skills that help prepare them for the future. Leadership, goal-setting, teamwork, decision-making, perseverance, integrity, sacrifice, healthy competition, and overcoming adversity are inherent in the interscholastic athletic framework and also support the academic mission of Sandwich Middle High School.

Student-athletes earn the privilege to participate by succeeding academically, and the resulting positive outcomes continue far beyond graduation. These programs exist to prepare young men and women for the next level of life, not the next level of athletics. Victories are achieved through athletics by developing successful athletes and teams, but more importantly, wins are achieved through the educational experience by developing successful and responsible students, leaders, and community members. Blue Knight Pride!

To ensure a smooth transition into the season, please review the critical eligibility requirements, financial details, and key dates outlined below before completing your child's registration.

📅 Important Dates & Season Commitment

• Winter Tryouts Begin: Monday, November 30, 2026.
• Tryout Schedules: Most coaches dedicate the first 2 to 3 days of the season to formal tryouts. A detailed schedule with specific times and locations for each sport will be shared with families as we approach the start date.
• Attendance Expectation: Following tryouts, student-athletes at all levels (Varsity, JV, Freshman, and Middle School) are expected to participate in every practice and game from that date forward until the official end of the season.

For questions regarding team-specific schedules or commitment expectations, please contact the program's head coach or the Athletics Department directly.

📋 Mandatory Pre-Participation Checklist Before any student can try out, practice, or participate in a winter sport, the following requirements must be completed. There are no exceptions.

1. Valid Physical Examination
   • All student-athletes must have a valid physical on file. Physicals are strictly valid for 13 months from the date of the medical visit.
   • Important Reminder: Do not assume a copy is already on file with the school nurse. Without explicit proof of a valid physical delivered to the Athletics Department, students will be ruled ineligible to step onto the court, ice, or playing surface.
   • How to Submit: Hand-deliver to the Athletics Office, fax to (508) 888-7392, or email the Athletic Trainer, Email Kelly Spurr
2. ImPACT Concussion Testing
   • As the winter season opens, our Athletic Trainer, Mrs. Spurr, will coordinate with the coaching staff to determine which student-athletes are due for baseline ImPACT testing this winter. Impacted students will be notified directly.
3. Comprehensive Medical History (Online Form)
   • Parents/guardians are responsible for filling out the medical sections of this online registration form completely. Please ensure all information regarding your child’s health, medical conditions, past injuries, medications, and allergies is accurately reported.
4. Student-Athlete Handbook Review
   • Parents, guardians, and student-athletes must read the Sandwich Middle High School Student Handbook. The handbook can be accessed directly on our Athletics Website.
5. NFHS Concussion Course Completion
   • Parents/guardians must complete the free, online NFHS Concussion Course within the past 12 months. The mandated course can be accessed via the NFHS Learn Portal.

💳 Fees, Financial Policy, & Account Clearance

Athletic User Fees

• Per Sport Fee: $200.00
• Family Cap: $800.00 per academic year
• Payment Method: All registration payments must be securely processed online during this registration session.

Financial Assistance If you have questions regarding the payment system, or if your family requires financial assistance to participate, please reach out to:

• Kyla Krueger: Email Kyla Krueger

Outstanding Equipment & Fees Notice Any student-athlete who still owes the Department of Athletics a uniform, piece of equipment, or an outstanding participation fee from a previous season will be ruled ineligible to try out or practice. Eligibility will be restored immediately once the item is returned, the replacement cost is cleared, or the past-due fee is received.

🔗 Quick Links & Resources

• Official Athletics Homepage
• Athletic Department Fax: (508) 833-1008

Thank you for your cooperation in completing these steps promptly. We look forward to a safe, competitive, and successful Winter 2026-2027 season!

Go Blue Knights!