The Dragon Way

Our Mission

TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH ATHLETICS

Crest Middle School coaches and student-athletes project an image of competitors who embrace challenge, enjoy the process, win with humility, handle defeat with dignity, advocate for their sport, and are positive role models.

The desired outcome for participants in our athletic program is that they will attain the following traits:

Ability to set and achieve goals
Self-confidence
Competitiveness
Accountability
Teamwork
Respect for self and others
Commitment
Leadership
Self-discipline
Ability to deal with adversity
Sportsmanship
Pride
Responsibility
Ability to communicate
Work ethic
Academic achievement
High self-esteem
Graciousness

F.A.Q. About CMS Athletics

What about physicals?

A student must have a current physical on file in order to tryout for any sport. The physicals must be turned in to the Athletic Director. All physicals are valid for 395 days. Click the following link to access the pre-participation physical examination form.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i0D5mNyQW5AsGibAP4CmnXa_1iBBFezA/view

What about eligibility?

In grades 6, 7 and 8, students must pass at least one course less than the number of required core classes each semester; and pass ½ of their elective courses and meet local promotion standards. This means that 7th & 8th graders must pass 3 of the 4 core classes ( math, language arts, science and social studies) and ½ of their electives for the semester. All 6th graders must pass 2 of 3 core classes and ½ of their electives for the semester, also.

Middle school athletic eligibility is based on the previous semester. Grades in the fall determine eligibility in the spring and grades in the spring determine eligibility in the fall.

A middle school student cannot turn the age of 15 before August 31. Once a student’s class enters the 6th grade, he or she only has 6 semesters of athletic eligibility.

*Completion of 2025-2026 Dragonfly Max, an updated physical, a proof of residence, and grades verified will gain athletic clearance.

What sports are offered?

First Quarter Sports (August - October): Cross Country, Golf, Boys' Soccer, Fast-Pitched Softball, and Football.

Second Quarter Sports (October - December): Volleyball and Wrestling

Third Quarter Sports (December - February): Boys & Girls Basketball

Fourth Quarter Sports (February - May): Baseball, Girls' Soccer, Tennis and Track & Field.

*Cheerleading will take place during the basketball and football seasons.

*Sixth graders are not permitted to participate in middle school football.

Questions about physicals, eligibility or athletics in general should be directed to Dakota Shoemaker at 704-476-8221.