Athletic eligibility only relates to 7th and 8th grade students in middle school, since they are the only athletes who are participating in school sanctioned events.
The eligibility requirements are determined by the OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association). Click here to view the entire 7th and 8th Grade Eligibility Guide from OHSAA.
A student must not turn 15 before August 1 of the current school year.
A physical examination must be complete and on file with the school prior to the first day of practice.
A student must have received passing grades in five of the classes in which they are enrolled and receive a grade (i.e. studyhall does not count).
A 7th or 8th grade student may NOT practice, compete, or scrimmage with or against athletes in grades 9-12 during the school sports season.
A 7th or 8th grade student may NOT participate with non-school teams during the same sports season.