Frequently Asked Questions

Does my student athlete need a physical?

At the Junior High level, no. It's encouraged that they get one to ensure they can be active and fit to participate in their sport. 

When are the sports seasons?

The seasons are as follows;

FALL

Cross Country: August- Late October

Volleyball : August- November

WINTER

Boys Basketball: November- Late February

Girls Field Hockey: January- March

SPRING

Soccer: Late February- May

Girls Basketball: March- May

How many players are on the team?

Depending on the number of coaches, the amount of players on the team are as follows:

Cross Country: 40

Girls Field Hockey: 16

Soccer: 20, plus 2 practice squad

Volleyball, Boys and Girls Basketball: 12, plus 2 practice squad

What is Practice Squad?

At TRYOUTS, coaches take the required number to field a team plus 2 practice squad. The Practice Squad players are players that have the potential to make the team with a little more work. The practice squad players practice with the team, show up to games, and might get called up to the main roster IF they have Consistency, Determination, and Heart. 

When are Tryouts?

Tryouts are held in the time frame of the sports season. Tryouts notification will be held on this website, PeachJar, Campus Posters, and PNN. 

What League does Potter Jr. High play in?

The Potter Jr. High Athletics program are part of multiple leagues according to the sport.

Cross Country: Pacific Grove Middle School League (Vista, San Marcos, Oceanside, Fallbrook)

Field Hockey: North Country Middle School League (Vista, Oceanside, San Marcos, Fallbrook)

Volleyball, Soccer, Girls and Boys Basketball: Vista Boys and Girls Club League

Can my student athlete keep their jersey?

They can AS LONG as they pay $35 (CASH ONLY). The Athletic Director needs to replace jerseys and equipment before the next school year. If your student athlete fails to pay for the jersey or return the jersey WASHED in timely fashion, the student athlete will be on the “DO NOT PARTICIPATE” List with the school. This means the student athlete will not be able to go on field trips, after school functions, or worse, not be able to go through Promotion at school’s end. 

Can I be added to my student athletes Google classroom?

YES! Either ask your student to add you on their google classroom manually or Email me at  ftabarez@fuesd.org with 

• Your name

• Email

• Student athlete 

• sport

Where do I pick up my student athlete for the away games?

As long as the student athlete has turned in their AWAY SLIP to the Front Office, the student will get to leave at 2:30 p.m. from school. They are directed to the back gate of the school where the gym is so that they can be picked up. Please do not pick up your student near the front of the school or across the street. This endangers your child and breaks the James E. Potter Jr. High School rules. This only applies to games being played on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. 

On Wednesday’s, the student athlete DOES NOT need an Away Slip because they get out early at 2:15 p.m. from school. 

Does the school have transportation for my student athlete to the away games and from practice?

During this time of development for our program, NO. You will need to coordinate with your student athlete and parents from the team to organize carpools to the away games. In regards to practice, please pick up your student athlete in a timely manner when their practice ends or remind them of bus times so that they can make it back home safe and sound. 

How can my student make the team?

Making the team DOES NOT start during tryouts. It starts in the summer or one year’s time before the sport begins. The student athlete needs to be active and consistent throughout the offseason to have a chance to make the team. Along with good preparation, the student athlete 

• NEEDS to maintain a 2.0 GPA 

• Have GREAT CITIZENSHIP in all classes

• Be a GREAT Team Player

• Positive Attitude everyday

We at Potter Athletics are preparing your student for High School and the demands that come with being a student athlete. “Where We Build Champions” isn’t just a mantra, it’s the standard we Coaches have for building our program and bringing the best out of your student.