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Philosophy:
It is the philosophy and purpose of our middle school athletic department to maximize participation of our students in our athletic programs while maintaining a high standard of excellence in academics.
Sports/Offerings:
Wrestling, Cross Country, Tennis, Golf and Track & Field are offered to students grades 6-8. Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Football, Baseball, Lacrosse and Cheerleading are offered to students grades 7-8.
Physicals and Emergency Forms:
All athletes must have an IHSAA approved physical form on file in our office before he or she may participate in any practice/tryout or contest. Physicals must be dated after April 1st of the preceding school year. Parents/guardians must submit the physical AND complete the online forms prior to first practices/tryouts. Please see our Forms tab for more information.
All athletes must have an IHSAA approved physical form on file in our office before he or she may participate in any practice/tryout or contest. Physicals must be dated after April 1st of the preceding school year. Parents/guardians must submit the physical AND complete the online forms prior to first practices/tryouts. Please see our Forms tab for more information.
Eligibility:
We have a "no pass, no play" academic policy at ZWMS. Athletes must be passing all classes in order to be eligible to participate on our interscholastic teams. Eligibility will be checked every two weeks in accordance with our grade check policy. Contact the athletic director or visit the Academic Eligibility Requirements tab for more information on this program.
We have a "no pass, no play" academic policy at ZWMS. Athletes must be passing all classes in order to be eligible to participate on our interscholastic teams. Eligibility will be checked every two weeks in accordance with our grade check policy. Contact the athletic director or visit the Academic Eligibility Requirements tab for more information on this program.
Health Insurance:
The school does not provide or sponsor any first-dollar health insurance plans for athletes. Health insurance is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.
Athletic Trainer: ZWMS provides an athletic trainer at most home events and practices. Athletes from any ZWMS team may see the trainer after school and/or at an athletic event. The athletic trainer may determine the fitness of the athlete to return to competition after sustaining an injury.
Athletic Locks and Procedure:
Athletes who use an athletic locker will purchase a lock ($7) from the athletic department. The athlete will keep and use this lock for all sports, tryouts, camps, etc. throughout his/her years at ZWMS. The use of personal locks (not purchased from ZWMS) is strictly prohibited. Locks can be purchased at any time in the athletic office.
Attendance & Participation:
A full day of attendance to class is required for an athlete to participate in a practice or contest. This does not include pre-arranged absences for medical or dental appointments, etc. For athletes who miss practice playing time may be affected at the coaches’ discretion. Athletes are expected to be at all practices unless excused for appointments, illness or emergencies.
Student-Athlete Code of Conduct:
The student-athletes should conduct themselves in a way that does not discredit themselves, the team, the school, and community. All athletes and parents/guardians should read and familiarize themselves with the information in the student handbook with regards to student conduct.
Fan Code of Conduct:
Zionsville West Middle School is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all fans, at any of our facilities. We want all fans attending our games to enjoy the experience in a responsible fashion. When attending a game, you are required to refrain from the following behaviors:
- Behavior that is unruly, disruptive or illegal in nature.
- Intoxication or other signs of impairment.
- Foul or abusive language, obscene gestures, verbal or physical harrassment of officials, players, event staff or opposing team fans.
- Failing to follow instructions of stadium personnel.
Event patrons are responsible for their conduct. Stadium staff will promptly intervene to support an environment where event patrons, their guests, and other fans can enjoy the event free from the above behavior. Event patrons and guests who violate these provisions will be subject to consequences at the discretion of event staff.
Weather Cancellations:
In the case of bad weather, some events may get canceled with short notice. Weather-related decisions are made by 3:00pm when possible. Cancellations will be announced in the afternoon when necessary and coaches will send out information as soon as it is available.
Pictures:
The athletes may choose to purchase individual and/or team photos at their own expense. Forms will be distributed prior to picture day along with a link to online ordering.
Ticket Prices:
Ticket prices for most regular season ZWMS athletic contests are $5 for adults and students K-12, or $20 for immediate family (mom, dad, son, daughter) arriving at the same time. Preschool ages are free. 10-punch passes are also on sale in the athletic office for $40.
Ticket prices for most regular season ZWMS athletic contests are $5 for adults and students K-12, or $20 for immediate family (mom, dad, son, daughter) arriving at the same time. Preschool ages are free. 10-punch passes are also on sale in the athletic office for $40.
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