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A Winning Tradition

The athletic program at Grosse Pointe South High School is rich with tradition.  From the time South was "The High" to its back-to-back Girls' Lacrosse and Girls' Hockey State Championships, the athletic program has been a source of great pride for the school district and community.  We are understandably proud of our athletic program as it has withstood the test of time.

As proud as we are of the athletic achievements of our teams and student-athletes, we are even more proud of their academic successes.  Each year South is among the conference and state leaders in Academic All-State athletes, and MHSAA Scholar Athletes Award qualifiers and recipients.  Through the efforts and dedication of our excellent coaching staff, teaching staff, administrative team, and students and parents, our student-athletes are truly students first.

Included among the lessons to be learned from athletic competition are:  lifelong friendships, experiencing and learning team work, the development of sportsmanship as participant and spectator, goal setting, and competing with others as well as ones self.

Why Participate?

Nearly two/thirds of our student body participate on one of our interscholastic athletic teams or clubs.  It's a great way for students to have fun, develop new and lasting friendships, and experiences with students from other school districts.  According to recent student surveys, the number one reason students want to play sports for their school - "It's fun"!!

Teams

Grosse Pointe South High School offers the following athletic teams:

Fall Sports

Winter Sports

Spring Sports

Spring Co-ed Sports - Crew and Sailing

X = Official Team

Ninth grade students are immediately eligible and encouraged to try out for any sport even if an official ninth grade team is not offered at this time.

Eligibility

The Michigan High School Athletic Association, Inc. (MHSAA), requires the following minimum eligibility standard:

No student shall compete in any athletic contest during any semester who does not have to his or her credit on the books of the school represented, at least twenty (20) credit hours of work for the last semester during which he or she shall have been enrolled in grades nine to twelve, inclusive. A student entering the ninth (9^th) grade for the first time may compete without reference to his/her record in the eighth (8^h) grade.

Each student athlete is required to have a physical examination record (sports physical card) and a signed parent-athlete permission card (gold card) on file in the Athletic office before the student may condition or practice. This requirement is for the protection of the student.

Physical examinations are offered in the before the fall season. The date will be announced annually and posted on the home Athletic page. If using your family physician, please note that in compliance with the MHSAA Student Regulation 1. SEC. 3, any physical examination dated on or after April 15 will be honored for the coming year's athletic activities.  Click for a list of walk-in clinics.

A parent meeting will be held for a discussion of team rules and school regulations, the Athletic Code of Conduct and other pertinent information.

PARTICIPATION FEES

Due to the reduction in the District Athletic budget by $400,000 over the past two years, it has become necessary to charge a participation fee of $115 per athlete, per sport for those students wishing to participate in high school athletics. This fee allows us to maintain the scope of programs we provide, allowing students to have a wide variety of opportunities for involvement in activities beyond the school day. Payment of the fee is required for participation.

Starting Dates

2007/2008
Fall sports - August 13.  Football start date is 6 August.
Winter sports - October 29 - November 19.
Spring sports - March 10.

Freshman students will be asked to sign up at their respective middle schools during the Eighth Grade Orientation presentations to be announced. Information pertaining to the starting dates will appear in the local newspapers, can be obtained from the athletic office and from the coaches of the sports indicated on the sign-up sheets.

Football

Three football teams are fielded to give an opportunity for participation with a no-cut policy.

Only ninth graders may participate on the freshman team. Tenth graders usually play on the junior varsity team. The varsity team is composed primarily of eleventh and twelfth grade students.

Students interested in playing on the upcoming season's freshman football team should request sign-up sheets and a football booklet with pertinent information from the Head Coach. These are available in May.

Cheerleading (Boys & Girls)

The cheerleading program offers three teams, Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman. Try-outs are held in April for the fall season and in November for the winter season.

The cheerleaders cheer at football and boys basketball games as well as competing in several competitions throughout the year.

Cross-Country (Boys & Girls)

The cross-country program offers a varsity and a junior varsity team for the boys and the girls, grades nine through twelve. A no-cut policy is in effect for cross-country.

Field Hockey (Girls)

The team's home field is Pierce Middle School and it is recognized during the fall season.

Golf (Girls)

This team is for those who have already demonstrated some skill in golf.

Soccer (Boys)

A varsity, junior varsity and freshman soccer program, gives approximately eighteen players per team, an opportunity to participate against area teams.

Team practices and games are conducted at the Barnes Soccer Complex on Morningside.

Swimming/Diving (Girls)

South offers the opportunity for girls to compete in interscholastic competition in swimming and diving. The schedule consists of dual meet competition as well as a few Saturday invitationals. Practices are conducted at the Brownell Pool with competition at the Grosse Pointe Community Pool located on the G.P. North campus.

Tennis (Boys)

An official varsity team of four singles players and eight doubles players is fielded. Other candidates compete on the junior varsity level. Players are selected on the following criteria: 1) player competition; 2) experience; 3) coach's evaluation. Matches will be held at Elworthy Park.

Volleyball (Girls)

The volleyball program offers three teams of twelve to fifteen players at varsity, junior varsity and freshman levels who are selected through try-outs.

Team Descriptions - Winter Sports

Basketball (Boys & Girls)

The basketball program offers three teams of twelve to fifteen players on the varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams who are selected through tryouts.

Cheerleading (Boys & Girls)

The cheerleading program offers three teams, Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman. Try-outs are held in April for the fall season and in November for the winter season.

The cheerleaders cheer at football and boys basketball games as well as competing in several competitions throughout the year.

Gymnastics (Girls)

Girls with an interest and some background have an opportunity to compete on this team.

The events consist of the vault, the uneven bars, the balance beam, and floor exercise.

South competes in a league of neighboring schools in promoting good competition. Some Saturday invitational meets are scheduled.

Ice Hockey (Boys)

A varsity team of approximately twenty-two boys will be selected. The team participates in the Michigan Metro Hockey League. Contests will be held at City Ice Arena.

Ice Hockey (Girls)

A varsity team of approximately twenty girls will be selected. The team participates in the Michigan Metro Women's Hockey League during the winter sports season. Contests will be held at City Ice Arena.

Swimming/Diving (Boys)

South offers the opportunity for boys to compete in interscholastic competition in swimming and diving. The schedule consists of dual meet competition as well as a few Saturday invitationals. Practices are conducted at the Brownell Pool with competition at the Grosse Pointe Community Pool located on the G.P. North campus.

Synchronized Swimming (Girls)

South and North High School offer the unique opportunity for girls to compete in interscholastic synchronized swimming competition. The schedule consists of dual figure and routine meet competitions, and a state championship. Practices are conducted at both the North and South Pools to accommodate our unified team. Our final event is our annual water show where the Synchronized Swim team members display their skills knowledge and leadership in choreographed routines to music.

Wrestling

The wrestling team consists of thirteen varsity and thirteen junior varsity members. All ninth graders are encouraged to participate.

Wrestling is unique in that athletes of all weights may compete against athletes of their own weights. Thirteen weight classes, ranging from 98 pounds to heavyweight (over 198 pounds), are available. A no-cut policy is in effect.

Team Descriptions - Spring Sports

Practices and/or games will be held for
each sport during the spring vacation.

Baseball (Boys)

Baseball teams are selected at the varsity, junior varsity and freshman levels.

Golf (Boys)

This team is for those who have already demonstrated some skill in golf.

Lacrosse (Boys & Girls)

Varsity and junior varsity teams are offered.

Soccer (Girls)

A varsity, junior varsity and freshman soccer program gives an opportunity to play approximately fifteen to twenty players per team. Team practices and games are held at the Barnes Soccer Complex on Morningside.

Softball (Girls)

Varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams are selected for fast pitch softball.

Tennis (Girls)

The varsity team consists of four singles players and eight players on four doubles teams. Players are selected on the following criteria: 1) player competition; 2) experience; 3) coach's evaluation. Matches will be held at Elworthy Park.

Track & Field (Boys & Girls)

The track and field program at South offers many opportunities for the student athletes. Varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams provide ample participation in a variety of events including sprints, distance runs and field events. A no-cut policy is in effect for track.

Crew (Boys & Girls)

The teams row out of the Detroit Boat Club and are recognized during the spring season.

Sailing (Boys & Girls)

The teams sail out of the Bayview Yacht Club and are recognized during the spring season.

Students are encouraged to serve in the capacity of manager, statistician or student trainer.

The student trainer will work under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer in a capacity that fits the needs of a particular team.

Awards and certificates are awarded upon completion of a season and criteria of the coach.

Student trainers may receive independent study credit upon administrative approval. Applications may be obtained at the athletic office.

Administration

C. Suzanne Klein, Superintendent
D. Allan Diver, Principal
Brandon Slone, Assistant Principal-Athletics

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