Athletics

The mission of the Amistad High School athletic department is to help deliver on the promise of educational opportunity for all of America’s children. 

To this end, Amistad High School’s athletic department has dedicated itself to the development of college ready student-athletes.  The physical, academic, and character growth of each person is conscientiously considered when planning and implementing our athletic program.

Students will be given the opportunity through extensive training and good coaching to reach their maximum potential if they dedicate themselves to the program.

Our goal is to develop young men and women who are successful leaders in our highly competitive society.  The athletic department will help provide all participants with the character skills they need to graduate from top colleges, to succeed in a competitive world, and to serve as the next generation of leaders in their community. 

• Commitment, which is defined by students’ attendance at team practices and events.
• Sportsmanship, which is defined by following rules, practice of self-discipline, and emotional maturity while under pressure. 
• Competitiveness
• Academic Achievement, student-athletes will put their academics before their athletics but won’t let their academics interfere with their athletic pursuits.

Code of Conduct: Student-Athlete

• Accept the responsibility and privilege the student-athlete has in representing your school
• Attend all team meetings, practices, and competitions.  Or, directly contact your head coach in advance of unavoidable absences.
• Demonstrate respect for your opponents, their fans and the game officials
• Keep sportsmanship and scholarship as top priorities.
• Be a fierce and friendly competitor.
• Cooperate with your coaches, teammates, opponents, and the officials.
• Never argue with officials or complain about calls.
• Work for the good of your team at all times during the season and out of the season.
• Refrain from the use of illegal substances to gain an unfair advantage.
• Abide by all the rules of the game

Code of Conduct: Parents

• Praise effort and commitment – much more than results.
• Come to as many of the contests and competitions as possible.
• Remember that young people play for their own enjoyment, not yours.
• Help students manage their time and balance their schedules.
• Never criticize a coach as it will confuse players.  It not only divides loyalty, but offers an excuse.
• If you would like to discuss something with a coach, set up a meeting to do so.  Never complain to a coach after a game.
• Never publicly criticize or question a referee’s judgment or integrity.
• Attend your child’s team pre-season meeting.
• Cheer loudly and positively for AHS.
• Don’t hesitate to contact the athletic director with questions, comments, or concerns.

Code of Conduct: Coach

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students, parents, spectators and other coaches at all times.
• Be positive, professional, well-prepared, and well-organized at all practices, contests, and events.
• Teach character, sportsmanship, and teamwork first: success and winning are natural results of teaching these principles.
• Support your students in all they do and be a positive and lasting presence in their lives.
• Be a good manager of students, coaches, parents, and fans.
• Be a good communicator with students, parents, administrators, the press, and the public.
• Promote the whole Amistad High School Athletic Program to our students.  Never promote one sport or team over another.
• Make yourself available to students, administrators, faculty, and parents for meetings and school events.
• Feel free to contact the director of athletics with questions, comments, or concerns; communicate any abnormal behavior or incidents – positive or negative.
• Work hard to make Amistad High School the best.

Code of Conduct: Fans & Spectators

• Extracurricular activities are an extension of the school day and as such require participants, spectators, and fans to act in an appropriate manner.
• Do Rowdy Right!  Cheer to support your team.  Do this loudly with enthusiasm.  All comments should be positive, productive, and be directed at the team you’re supporting.
• Show respect to all involved (officials, coaches, players, cheerleaders, and spectators).
• Sit in the designated area assigned to students and remain in your seating area.
• Leaving a contest prior to its conclusion, with expectations of returning, may not be permitted.
• The use of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco products are prohibited from Amistad High School athletic events.
• The use of noisemakers, negative signs, or negative comments (like heckling and use of profanity) will not be allowed at any sporting contest.
• Respect the property of the school.
• Fans should create a positive image of Amistad High School by displaying proper sportsmanship at all times.
• The Athletic Department has the right to remove a spectator from a contest or a future contest(s) for failing to meet any of these expectations.

Student-Athlete Eligibility Requirements

1) Complete and turn in a participation form - linked HERE

2) Complete and turn in a school physical - linked HERE

3) You must have passed 6 classes that count towards your graduation requirements at the end of the previous marking period

4) All additional CIAC & AFAHS eligibility requirements