Eighth Grader Varsity Tryout/Participation

Only Middle School students with exceptional athletic talent will be considered candidates for varsity teams. A varsity tryout request can only be generated by the invitation of the Head Varsity Coach. The request must be made first to the Director of Athletics (not the student-athlete). The Director of Athletics will forward the request on to the Middle School Director, who in consultation with the Student’s Advisor and the Director of Athletics will make the final decision. The final decision will be communicated by the Director of Athletics, Middle School Director, and/or Advisor to all parties involved. If an Eighth Grader makes a varsity team, he/she will be waived from his/her Middle School athletic commitment, but will at no time be excused from any academic commitments. Special exceptions may apply in regards to ISL and/or NEPSAC championship events.