0. CANYON MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETIC PROGRAM 2013-14
Castro Valley,
California

1. HOW TO DECIDE WHICH TEAM SUITS YOU:
Most sports teams at Canyon are not grade-specific (the only exception is 6th grade boys’ and girls’ basketball).
Within the team setting, athletes may be asked to compete with other students of their grade or ability level.
While some are gender-specific, many welcome boys and girls.
Students are welcome to try out for whichever team they feel best suits their ability and participation level.

2. DO I NEED TO TRY OUT, OR DO I JUST MAKE THE TEAM?
Tryout teams include: Cheer, Softball (Fall), Football (Fall), Basketball (Winter), Soccer (Winter/Spring), Tennis A (Fall or Spring), Volleyball (Spring), Golf (Spring)
Non-tryout teams include: Cross-Country (Fall), Wrestling (Winter), Tennis B (Fall or Spring), Track and Field (Spring)

3. THE CHEER SQUAD IS CHOSEN DURING THE PREVIOUS SCHOOL YEAR
This clip is from the 2011 “Battle of the Valley” (Canyon vs. Creekside evening flag football game, held at the Castro Valley High School stadium)

4. FALL SPORTS Softball (2013-14 SACMAL Champions--Undefeated Season)
8th Flag Football ( SACMAL Champions--Undefeated Season; Battle of the Valley winners)
6/7 Flag Football
6/7/8 Cross Country ( Girls’ SACMAL Champions)
6/7/8 Tennis ( AJCJTL League Champions)

5. WINTER SPORTS 8th Boys’ Basketball 7th Boys’ Basketball
8th Girls’ Basketball
7th Girls’ basketball ( SACMAL Champions)
6th Girls’ Basketball ( HARD Champions)

6. WINTER/SPRING SPORTS 6/7/8 Wrestling “A” Soccer
“B” Soccer ( SACMAL Champions)

7. SPRING SPORTS 6/7/8 Track and Field 8th Volleyball 7th Volleyball
6/7/8 Golf ( SACMAL Champions--Undefeated season)
6/7/8 Tennis Clubhouse (non-league)

8. REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATING IN AFTER-SCHOOL SPORTS
Have a 2.0 (or higher) GPA (No more than one "F" grade)
Have satisfactory citizenship (No more than 1 "U" mark)
Have health insurance in the amount required by law--currently $1500 worth (insurance is available through the school district for a minimal cost)
Be responsible for school equipment (including uniforms), and return equipment at the end of the season, or as directed
Use, possession, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or a controlled substance is not permitted. The violation of this rule will result in suspension from all athletic participation in that sport's season, and possibly the entire academic year.
A athletic contribution of $75 per sport is requested. As we do NOT receive any funding from the district, this contribution, plus additional fundraising, is what allows us to offer an after-school sports program. For more information, or to request financial assistance, please contact the Canyon Boosters at
All Athletes must complete a Concussion Awareness form
Parents who are planning to drive must submit Driver/Insurance information, and be a cleared volunteer.

9. IS THERE A PLACE FOR ME IN CANYON ATHLETICS?
In , we had 624 students who submitted Athletic packets, with 476 athletes competing throughout the year for Canyon (some people did multiple sports). Canyon had over 1380 students enrolled in
YES! There is a place for you!

10. 8th GRADE STUDENT-ATHLETE AWARDS:
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Ray Thomas Award (8th grade Male Student-Athlete):
Grant Thomas (Football, Basketball, Track and Field)
Catherine Storar Award (8th grade Female Student-Athlete):
Taylor Daniel (Cheer, Soccer, Track and Field)

11. HOW CAN I LEARN MORE?
For more information, including the downloadable Athletic Packet, and team rosters and schedules, check out the Canyon Athletics website:
Canyon Middle School Athletics
or contact Shauna Shoptaw, Athletic Director
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