Athletics

Interscholastic Athletic Program Goals and Mission

The St. Giles Interscholastic Athletic Program exists to contribute to the School’s mission and its educational goals. Under the direction of the Athletic Director and in accordance with all established policies and tenets set forth by St. Giles School, an Interscholastic Athletic Program is offered for St. Giles School students in fifth through eighth grades. The program strives to provide and promote a Christian environment in which each student participant may attempt to reach his/her potential within the context of athletic endeavor. Participation is encouraged, open to all students within the context of the appropriate grade level, and intended to be an enjoyable, rewarding, and learning experience that complements and supports academic excellence.

No-cut sports, band, and choir programs
in grades 4 through 8. Everyone plays!

The program will challenge its student participants to:

Accept and appreciate teammates, as well as their contribution differences
Build sportsmanship and an appreciation for the value of sports
Recognize and develop their potential
Accept both success and failure graciously
Learn appreciation for coaching, following rules and performance
Embody their best effort as they work toward athletic excellence

Mission of the Interscholastic Athletic Program is to:

Provide opportunities for all interested St. Giles School students to learn about and participate as members of St. Giles School sports teams and programs
Transmit knowledge of the fundamentals of various sports
Develop the sports-specific skill levels of each participant
Instill team-oriented values in sports environment
Teach proper attitude toward winning, losing, and competing with dignity
Foster an environment to increase self-confidence and self-esteem
Enhance individual levels of physical fitness

Except for a case involving academic, administrative or disciplinary action, there is a no-cut policy employed for all sports teams.

St. Giles School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic heritage in its admission or hiring policies, educational programs, scholarship programs, athletics, or any school administered program.

Since school sponsored athletic programs are an extension of the school and its curriculum, these programs are subject to the authority of the pastor by virtue of his office; the principal; and any pertinent policies of the Board of Specified Jurisdiction.

During the 2021-2022 season, our co-ed sixth
grade soccer team took first place in the Fall and Spring League.

Athletic Program Offerings

Dates are estimated based on previous practice, league and tournament schedules, and may be subject to change.

Soccer (Fall)	Girls / Boys	5–8: Co-ed teams at each grade level Mid August - Mid November
Cross Country	Girls / Boys	5–8: Co-ed teams at each grade level Mid August - Beginning of October
Basketball	Girls	4–8: Teams at each grade level Mid October - End of January
	Boys	4–8: Teams at each grade level Mid November - End of March
Volleyball	Girls	5-8: Teams at each grade level Beginning of January - Beginning of May
	Boys	5-8: Team composition varies Mid March - End of May
Track & Field	Girls / Boys	4-8: Team composition varies Mid March - End of May
Soccer (Spring)	Girls / Boys	4-8: Team composition varies Mid April - Beginning of June

Pre-season development camps and/or other interscholastic programs may be available throughout the school year.