Memorial Middle School

Welcome to Memorial Middle School Athletics. Please review the following rules and regulations.

Click here to read and complete the Registration Form. Pay for Play information is also noted on the form.

Note: Students must have had a physical examination that is on file with the School Nurse that will not expire until the season is over.

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1. Students must be in good academic standing to tryout and participate. (Please refer to the Student Handbook for details on academic eligibility).

2. Attendance at all practices and games is mandatory. Athletes and parents must realize that missed practice time may affect playing time of the athlete. Students who will be absent from or late to practice should speak directly to the coach in advance. Do not pass a message on via another person.

3. Students must be in school in order to participate in practice or game on that day. Exceptions may be made with prior approval from the principal.

4. An injured athlete who has had medical treatment cannot participate until a release form from the doctor is presented to the coach.

5. Uniforms or parts of uniforms may be worn only at the coaches' discretion. Students are financially responsible for uniforms issued to them. All uniforms must be returned to the coach at the conclusion of the season. Any athlete who has not turned in equipment and/or payment obligations at the close of the season will not be allowed to compete in any further competition until the obligation is met.

6. Athletes are expected to maintain the highest order of sportsmanship at all times.

7. Memorial Middle School coaches have the sole responsibility for the selection of all team members. The team selection is based on the subjective opinion of the coach who will consider the student's athletic ability, sportsmanship, and citizenship when making choices.

8. The amount of playing time, the position the athlete plays is the sole decision of the coach.

9. All athletes are expected to fully participate in Physical Education class. No athlete is excused from Physical Education for athletic reasons. If an athlete is unable to participate in Physical Education, he/she will not be allowed to participate in their sport for that day.

10. Students are responsible for their personal property. Students should never leave property unlocked. Students should keep their property with them at the practice area.

11. An athlete who is on suspension from school is not eligible to practice or take part in a contest until he/she is allowed to return to school.

12. Students must follow the school rules.

Parents have the right to set academic and behavioral standards above and beyond the school standards for their children. Parents have the right to revoke their child's privilege to participate on an interscholastic team. Working together to develop responsible young people is a team effort, and we need you on our team. Coaches may also set rules that supersede those listed above.