Athletics

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

These must be completed before they can try out for a sport. Forms can be downloaded and printed from the Forms page or you may pick them up in the school office.

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Dec. 15.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.

• Minimum of three to five coaches will be evaluating during try-outs. No parents allowed.
• Players will need to wear a T-shirt with their last name on the back. (Not provided)
• Players can visit Coach Waters before tryouts if they need help with a shirt to wear.
• Four days of tryouts could be used, but cuts can occur after the first, second and third day of try-outs if coaching evaluations dictate a clear cut-off with player skill levels.
• Fourteen to 16 players (typically) will make the team with regard to position. For example, keeping 16 point guards is unlikely. Players are basically competing against others who play the same position (guards/forwards). It will be an advantage if a player demonstrates the ability to play both positions (versatility).
• Google classroom will post tryout rosters. Use code: jebpcbf to join the group.
• There are several grounds for automatic cuts:
  • Complete lack of effort, or not taking the try-out seriously.
  • Arguing, cussing, or insubordination with players and coaches during the tryout.
  • Player fails (grade below 60%) three or more classes from second-quarter final grades.

All required online athletic forms must be completed in order to try out. This process is due by Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Lastly, please note that if you make the school team, you cannot play in outside basketball competition with another team until our season ends. Email Coach Waters with questions

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

These must be completed before they can try out for a sport. Forms can be downloaded and printed from the Forms page or you may pick them up in the school office.

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Monday, Oct. 3.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.

• A minimum of three to five coaches will be evaluating during try-outs. No parents are allowed.
• Players will need to wear a T-shirt with their last name on the back. (Not provided)
• Players can visit with Coach Waters before tryouts if they need help getting a shirt.
• Three days of tryouts could be used, but cuts can occur after the first and second day of tryouts if coaching evaluations dictate a clear cut-off with player skill levels.
• Fourteen to 16, typically, will make the team with regard to position. For example, keeping 16 point guards is unlikely. Players are basically competing against others that play the same position (guards/forwards). It will be an advantage if a player demonstrates the ability to play both positions (versatility).
• Google classroom will post tryout rosters. Use code: gkkldxy to join the group.
• There are a few grounds that will automatically keep you from making the school team:
  • Complete lack of effort or not taking the tryout seriously.
  • Arguing, cussing, or insubordination with players and coaches during the tryout.
  • Player fails (grade below 60%) three or more classes from first-quarter final grades.

Please dress appropriately for tryouts. Comfortable athletic shoes, shorts, and a T-shirt (your last name on back) should be worn. No jewelry should be worn. Bring a water bottle with your name on it. Bring your inhaler if you use one. Please do not bring a basketball; they will be provided for you. Please have your ride pick you up outside the physical education doors when tryouts are finished by 5:00 p.m. each day.

*If you are selected to be on the Mission Trail basketball team, you will not be allowed to play on an outside-of-school basketball team until our school basketball season ends.

If you have any questions, please ask Coach Waters before tryouts.

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

These must be completed before they can try out for a sport. Forms can be downloaded and printed from the Forms page or you may pick them up in the school office.

Athletes must have the cross-country registration, physical, and concussion forms on file with Mission Trail before participating in practice and meets.

directions for submitting documents

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Monday, Aug. 19.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

All players must have a completed physical, concussion form, substance abuse form and transportation form on file to participate. The physical must be dated after May 1, 2024. Physicals are to be submitted to TouchBase at least one week before practice begins.

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Monday, Aug. 15.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.

• Eighth grade football equipment and locker check out will be Tuesday, Aug. 13, 3:30-4:15 p.m. (auxiliary gym)
• Seventh grade football equipment and locker check out will be Wednesday, Aug. 14, 3:30-4:15 p.m. (auxiliary gym)

Practice times are 3:30-5:30 p.m.  We have practice Monday-Friday.

All games start at 3:45 p.m. except the eighth grade night game.

Matt Rippee Other assistant coaches are Kevin Garvey, Nick Garvey and Zach Rawlings

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

These must be completed before they can try out for a sport. Forms can be downloaded and printed from the Forms page or you may pick them up in the school office.

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Monday, March 6.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.

It is a district requirement that all athletes have a physical and concussion form on file with the nurse for the 2025-26 school year to participate in any sport. Athletes must have the physical and concussion form turned in to the nurse prior to the first day of practice. All participants also need to have the signed track permission sheet (PDF) turned into Tracy Rundberg or Jeff Carlson.

Track Permission Sheet (PDF)

Boys will meet in the main gym and girls will meet in the auxiliary gym. Athletes should be dressed for current weather conditions. Practice will start sharply at 3:30 p.m. The locker room will be locked after 3:30 p.m. If you need to talk to a teacher after school, inform your coach that you may be late for practice. We will have a large team and need all athletes to be in their respective gym ready for attendance to be taken and start practice at 3:30 p.m. Rides must be here by 5 p.m. to pick you up. Pick up is outside the cafeteria on the west side of the school, using the same process as after-school dismissal. 

Your class work is first and foremost. If you have a failing grade in any class, you cannot compete in a meet until the grade is above an F. Keep your grades up!

All practices are mandatory unless an emergency arises. If you must be gone from practice, please notify your grade level coach prior to practice with a note, email, or phone call from your parent/guardian. Two missed practices will prevent you from competing in the next meet. You must participate at practice, unless injured, or it will be considered an unexcused practice.

Mission Trail supplies sixth, seventh and eighth grade participants with: sweatshirt and pants, running uniform, all field equipment needed. Mission Trail does not supply any type of shoes for track. For practice and meets, good quality running shoes are recommended. Regular tennis shoes may cause shin splints or cause your feet and legs to hurt.  

Athletes must be present at school the day of the track meet to participate. Behavior at all track meets must be appropriate. As we represent Mission Trail, appropriate behavior is expected at all meets. Any negative behavior at meets or on the bus will result in the offenders missing the next track meet and receiving an office referral (school events are an extension of our school day). Parents may take their child home after away meets by checking them out with their grade level coach.

• City Meet Qualifications: For each grade level, the top two athletes in each event will compete in the city meet. Relay teams will be determined by grade level coaches.
• Meets: All field events will start as soon as the hosting school is ready to have the athletes compete.

Email Boys' Assistant Coaches:

(eighth grade) Michael Berndt(seventh grade) Eric Griffin(Sixth grade) Richard Hinderliter

Email Girls' Assistant Coaches:

(eighth grade) Courtney Hart(Seventh grade) Lindsey Oliver(sixth grade) Heather Johnson

Each participant must have:

• a current physical (one dated after May 1)
• a concussion form
• a substance abuse policy form
• a transportation form on file

These must be completed before they can try out for a sport. Forms can be downloaded and printed from the Forms page or you may pick them up in the school office.

Required Athletics Forms

• All physical forms, concussion forms, and substance abuse forms need to be completed and submitted to the school nurse no later than Monday, Aug. 15.
• Students will not be able to participate without the physical forms completed.
• The physical must be dated after May 1.