WLHS Fall Tryout Schedule and Coaches’ Contact Information
Tryouts Begin August 14, 2024
|
Sport |
Date(s) |
Times |
Location |
What to Bring |
|
Cheerleading |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 August 17, 2024 |
4:00-6:30 PM 4:00-6:30 PM 4:00-6:30 PM 9:00 AM |
Aux Gym Aux Gym Aux Gym Aux Gym |
Cheer/Athletic shoes. Water bottle |
|
Cross Country |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 |
TBD TBD TBD |
Stadium Stadium Stadium |
Athletic/Running shoes, Water bottle |
|
Field Hockey |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 |
9:00-11:00 AM 9:00-11:00 AM 9:00-11:00 AM |
Stadium Stadium Stadium |
Cleats, Shin Guards, Running shoes, Mouth guard, and water bottle |
|
Football |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 August 17, 2024 |
12:01-3:00 AM 5:00-8:00 PM 5:00-8:00 PM 6:00-9:00AM |
Stadium Stadium Stadium |
Cleats, water bottle, black shorts, and all issued equipment for Football |
|
Golf |
August 14, 2024 |
10:00 AM |
Cafeteria |
Meeting to discuss tryouts |
|
Boys Soccer |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 |
3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM |
Stadium Practice Field Stadium |
Athletic/Running Shoes, Cleats, shin guards, water |
|
Girls Soccer |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 |
3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM |
Stadium Practice Field Stadium |
Cleats, shin guards, sneakers, water |
|
Volleyball |
August 14, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 16, 2024 |
TBD TBD TBD |
Main Gym Main Gym Main Gym |
Sneakers, water, knee pads (optional) |
|
Allied Soccer |
September 12, 2024 |
2:45 PM |
TBD |
Informational Meeting |
(Saturday tryouts may be held, depending on the sport - Contact coaches for details)
Save the Date:
Fall Sports Family Information Night
August 13th @ 7:30 pm
Main Gym
*What to Bring: Water bottle (large size), cleats OR turf shoes (soccer/field hockey/football), sneakers (cross country/volleyball/cheer), school-issued equipment (football), appropriate equipment for field hockey/soccer/volleyball owned by the athlete. Please contact your sport-specific coaches for questions about equipment, etc. All should have sneakers in case practices are moved indoors.
Golf details will be shared at the August 14th meeting with Coach Harrison at 10 a.m. in the cafeteria at Wilde Lake High School.
Instructions for Sports Registration (additional attachment provided with instructions as well): DUE BY: Monday, August 12th (DO NOT SEND DOCUMENTS VIA EMAIL; FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS)
1. Go to https://www.hcpss.org/connect/
2. Do NOT use your Mobile Phone;
3. Login to your HCPSS Connect Portal (Parents & Guardian MUST use the parental login. Using your students log in info. will not allow you to register); Once logged in, go to the menu on the left and click the bottom option More Options (Family File, Reports Cards, etc.). If you have more than one student, make sure you have selected the student from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.)
4. Scroll down and click on "Athletic Registration" in the middle of the screen;
5. Complete all the forms: Athletic Participation, Concussion Information Sheet, Concussion Testing Program, Covid 19 Awareness, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Information Sheet…Do not skip forms or leave any boxes blank.
6. Upload the following forms: Physical Examination Form: Verification of an examination after April 1 or within 12 months of the tryout date for the particular sport must be submitted in each academic year of participation. Upload ALL pages of the Physical Examination Form. Older physicals will not be accepted. https://www.hcpss.org/athletics/forms-and-guidelines/ (Physical Forms can be found here to bring to the doctor’s office).
7. Upload a RECENT Utility bill (Dated June 1, 2024, at the earliest); it must be the actual bill. Older Utility bills before June 1, 2024, will NOT be accepted. Utility examples: BGE OR Water. **No Cell Phone OR Mortgage Bills will be accepted**
Common Errors:
· File size may be too big on downloads. Make sure the document is under 4MB
· Just because forms have been submitted, that does not necessarily mean they have been accepted
· AAM will go through to ensure proper dates, signatures, boxes checked off, and address matches Synergy address.
**Reminder: Physicals for Athletics differ from those used to register for school. The Athletic Physical includes a Clearance without restrictions by Medical Staff.
Please ensure physicals have all signatures (Parent/Guardian, Athlete, and Physician) before scanning and uploading. Fall 2024 physicals can be used for the Winter 2024 and Spring 2025 seasons; winter physicals can be used for the Spring. Athletes will need a new physical for the next school year, dated no earlier than April 1st of the previous school year.
**Returning Athletes a Student-Athlete is returning from Fall to play in the Winter and/or Spring season and wants to use the fall physical, the parent/guardian must click the checkbox (option to use physical on file dated) and save. Otherwise, it’ll wait for a new one to be uploaded. Returning athletes must complete permission information and upload a new utility bill.
For high school, a full-time student earns academic eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities by maintaining a 2.0 grade-point average (GPA), calculated using credit or non-credit courses, with no more than one failing grade for the marking period, which governs eligibility for that activity.
*Returning Students: 4th Quarter Grades are used for fall athletic eligibility
*Incoming 9th graders: NO academic eligibility requirement for fall sports.
1. Do we need to turn in all paperwork or complete online registration before an athlete is allowed to tryout? Yes
2. How long are tryouts? Student athletes are given 3 days from the scheduled start date for tryouts
3. When do practices begin after tryouts? Regular practices begin immediately after rosters are finalized at the end of tryout period.
4. What is the roster size for _______ team ? Each team roster is determined by the coaching staff.
5. How many courses do I need to be registered for my Senior year to be eligible to participate? HCPSS requires "One on campus" course
6. Why do we have to begin on a particular date (i.e., August 14 for Fall, November 15 for Winter, and March 1 for Spring)? The MPSSAA establishes start dates for all sports in Maryland
7. What is the link for the NCAA Eligibility Center? contact information? (For student athletes interested or planning to play in college) https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
For students and parents with eligibility questions:
877-262-1492 (toll free)
317-917-6222
Additional NCAA information can be found at http://www.hcpss.org/athletics/ncaa-participation/
In order to provide a pleasant, safe environment for all spectators and participants, all those attending interscholastic athletic events are asked to abide by the Board of Education’s Civility Policy, to refrain from:
• Intimidating or harassing the players, coaches, officials or fans.
• Using profanity.
• Throwing objects.
• Entering the playing area.
• Loitering in the hallways or on school grounds.
If a spectator of any age is ejected from a contest, he/she must leave the school property and shall have no contact with the officials, players, school personnel, or other spectators. Furthermore, such actions could result in the issue of a trespass letter, Denial of Access, or a ban from future athletic events at all schools. Admission is a privilege, not a license to display rude or offensive behavior.
| Sport | Date | Time | Locations | What to Bring |
| Baseball | March 1-5, 2024 | 3:15 - 5:15 PM | Baseball Field | Cleats & sneakers, Athletic attire (including pants), glove, and a protective cup are required for catchers & highly recommended for everyone else. |
| JV Baseball | March 1-5, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Baseball Field | Cleats & sneakers, Athletic attire (including pants), glove, and a protective cup are required for catchers & highly recommended for everyone else. |
| Softball | March 1-5, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:30 PM | Softball Field |
Athletic clothes *If you do not own these items, we have some loaners that can be used for tryouts. |
| JV Softball | March 1-5, 2024 | 3:30 - 5:30 PM | Softball Field |
Athletic clothes *If you do not own these items, we have some loaners that can be used for tryouts. |
| Boys Lacrosse (Varsity) | March 1-4, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM |
March 1 - Turf |
Cleats & sneakers, Athletic attire, Lacrosse stick |
| Boys Lacrosse (JV) | March 1-4, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | March 1 - Turf March 2 - Grass March 4 - Turf |
Cleats & sneakers, Athletic attire, Lacrosse stick |
| Girls Lacrosse (Varsity) | March 1,4,5, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | March 1 - Turf March 4 - Turf March 5 - Turf |
Cleats & sneakers Athletic attire Water bottle *Lacrosse stick *Goggles *Mouthguard *If you do not own these items, we have some loaners that can be used for tryouts. |
| Girls Lacrosse (JV) | March 1,4,5, 2024 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | March 1 - Turf March 4 - Turf March 5 - Turf |
Cleats & sneakers Athletic attire Water bottle *Lacrosse stick *Goggles *Mouthguard *If you do not own these items, we have some loaners that can be used for tryouts. |
| Tennis | March 1-6, 2024 |
March 1, 4-6 - |
Tennis Courts |
Athletic attire, Tennis Racket, Towel, Water |
| Track & Field | March 1-3, 2024 | 2:45 - 4:30 PM | Stadium Track | Running attire: running shoes; sweatpants (compression shorts or shorts underneath); sweatshirt (shirt underneath); Water Bottle |
| Allied Softball | March 12, 2024 | 2:35 - 3:00 PM | Main Gym |
Water, Masks |
Sports Information Night
February 27th
7:00 pm
Wilde Lake H.S. Fall Athletics Coaches Contacts: For sport-specific information
Athletic Registration Information
Instructions for Sports Registration (additional attachment provided with instructions as well): DUE BY: Wednesday, February 28th (DO NOT SEND DOCUMENTS VIA EMAIL; FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS)
1. Go to https://www.hcpss.org/connect/
2. Do NOT use your Mobile Phone;
3. Login to your HCPSS Connect Portal (Parents & Guardian MUST use the parental login. Using your students log in info. will not allow you to register); Once logged in, go to the menu on the left and click the bottom option More Options (Family File, Reports Cards, etc.). If you have more than one student, make sure you have selected the student from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.)
4. Click on Athletic Registration on the right-hand side Menu, and select the correct season Fall/Winter/Spring;
5. Complete all the forms: Parent Authorization Form, Sudden Cardiac Arrest Form, and Concussion; please complete all additional documents…Do not skip or leave any boxes blank.
6. Upload the following forms: Physical Examination Form: Verification of an examination after April 1 or within 12 months of the tryout date for the particular sport must be submitted in each academic year of participation. Upload ALL pages of the Physical Examination Form. Older physicals will not be accepted. https://www.hcpss.org/athletics/forms-and-guidelines/ (Physical Forms can be found here to bring to the doctor’s office).
7. Upload a RECENT Utility bill (Dated January 1, 2024, at the earliest); it must be the actual bill. Older Utility bills before January 1, 2024, will NOT be accepted. Utility examples: BGE OR Water. **No Cell Phone OR Mortgage Bills will be accepted**
Common Errors:
· File size may be too big on downloads. Make sure the document is under 4MB
· Just because forms have been submitted, that does not necessarily mean they have been accepted
· AAM will go through to ensure proper dates, signatures, boxes checked off, and address matches Synergy address.
**Reminder: Physicals for Athletics differ from those used to register for school. The Athletic Physical includes a Clearance without restrictions by Medical Staff.
Please ensure physicals have all signatures (Parent/Guardian, Athlete, and Physician) before scanning and uploading. Fall 2023 physicals can be used for Winter 2023 and Spring 2024; Winter physicals can be used for Spring. Athletes will need a new physical for the next school year, dated no earlier than April 1st of the previous school year.
**Returning Athletes - If a Student-Athlete is returning from Fall to play Winter and/or Spring season and wants to use the fall physical, the parent/guardian must click the checkbox (option to use physical on file dated) and save. Otherwise, it’ll wait for a new one to be uploaded. Returning athletes must complete permission information and upload a new utility bill.
Eligibility for Athletics
For high school, a full-time student earns academic eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities by maintaining a 2.0 grade-point average (GPA), calculated using credit or non-credit courses, with no more than one failing grade for the marking period, which governs eligibility for that activity.
Winter Tryouts are scheduled to begin on Wednesday, November 15th.
STUDENT-ATHLETES WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TRY OUT WITHOUT A COMPLETE REGISTRATION.
Note: You will need to complete a new registration for each season.
Winter Sports Competition Season 2023-24
ELIGIBILITY for Sports Season
WLHS Winter 23-24 Tryout Schedule and Coaches’ Contact Information
Tryouts Begin November 15, 2023
|
Sport |
Date(s) |
Times |
Location |
What to Bring |
| Boys Basketball |
November 15-17; November 18 |
4:45-6:45 PM; 11-1:00 PM |
Main Gym
|
Athletic Clothes/Shoes/Water bottle |
| Girls Basketball |
November 15-17; November 18 |
2:45-4:45 PM; 9-11:00 AM |
Main Gym |
Athletic Clothes/Shoes/Water bottle |
|
Cheerleading |
November 15-17; November 18 |
4:30-7:30 PM; 9:00 AM |
Aux Gym |
Cheer Clothes/Shoes/Water bottle |
|
Indoor Track |
November 15 |
3:00 PM |
Stadium/Track |
Athletic Clothes/Shoes/Water bottle |
|
Wrestling |
November 15 |
3:00 PM |
Wrestling Room |
Sneakers, water, knee pads (optional) |
|
Allied Bowling |
TBD |
2:45 PM |
TBD |
Informational Meeting |
(Saturday practices will be held - Contact coaches for details.)
Sports Information Night
November 14th
7:00 pm
Cafeteria
Wilde Lake H.S. Winter Athletics Coaches Contacts: For sport-specific information
**What to Bring: Water bottle (large size), athletic clothes, and shoes. Please get in touch with your sport-specific coaches for questions about equipment, etc.
(Saturday practices will be held - Contact coaches for details.)
Athletic Registration Information
Instructions for Sports Registration (additional attachment provided with instructions as well): DUE BY: Monday, November 13th (DO NOT SEND DOCUMENTS VIA EMAIL; FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS)
1. Go to https://www.hcpss.org/connect/
2. Do NOT use your Mobile Phone;
3. Login to your HCPSS Connect Portal (Parents & Guardian MUST use the parental login. Using your students' login info. will not allow you to register.); Once logged in, go to the menu on the left and click the bottom option More Options (Family File, Reports Cards, etc.). If you have more than one student, make sure you have selected the student from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.)
4. Click on Athletic Registration on the right-hand side Menu, and select the correct season: Winter/Winter/Spring;
5. Complete all the forms: Parent Authorization Form, Sudden Cardiac Arrest Form, and Concussion; please complete all additional documents…Do not skip or leave any boxes blank.
6. Upload the following forms: Physical Examination Form: Verification of an examination after April 1 or within 12 months of the tryout date for the particular sport must be submitted in each academic year of participation. Upload ALL pages of the Physical Examination Form. Older physicals will not be accepted. https://www.hcpss.org/athletics/forms-and-guidelines/ (Physical Forms can be found here to bring to the doctor’s office).
7. Upload a RECENT Utility bill (Dated June 1, 2023, at the earliest); it must be the actual bill. Older Utility bills before June 1, 2023, will NOT be accepted. Utility examples: BGE OR Water. **No Cell Phone OR Mortgage Bills will be accepted**
Common Errors:
· File size may be too big on downloads. Make sure the document is under 4MB
· Just because forms have been submitted, that does not necessarily mean they have been accepted
· AAM will go through to ensure proper dates, signatures, boxes checked off, and address matches Synergy address.
**Reminder: Physicals for Athletics differ from those used to register for school. The Athletic Physical includes a Clearance without restrictions by Medical Staff.
Please ensure physicals have all signatures (Parent/Guardian, Athlete, and Physician) before scanning and uploading. Winter 2023 physicals can be used for Winter 2023 and Spring 2024 seasons; Winter physicals can be used for Spring. Athletes will need a new physical for the next school year, dated no earlier than April 1st of the previous school year.
**Returning Athletes - If a Student-Athlete is returning from Winter to play Winter and/or Spring season and wants to use the Winter physical, parent/guardian must click the checkbox (option to use physical on file dated) and save. Otherwise, it’ll wait for a new one to be uploaded. Returning athletes must complete permission information and upload a new utility bill.
Eligibility for Athletics
For high school, a full-time student earns academic eligibility to participate in extracurricular activities by maintaining a 2.0 grade-point average (GPA), calculated using credit or non-credit courses, with no more than one failing grade for the marking period, which governs eligibility for that activity.
*Returning Students: 4th Quarter Grades are used for Winter athletic eligibility
*Incoming 9th graders: NO academic eligibility requirement for Winter sports.
At all Howard County athletic events, we strive to provide a pleasant and safe environment for all spectators and participants. We ask fans to refrain from:
Admission is a privilege to observe a contest, not a license to display insensitive or offensive behavior. Enjoy the event! Be a fan, not a fanatic!
Student athletic policy agreement form for new student athletes.
Sports Concussion Testing Program and Release of Information
Agreement for families that acknowledge HCPSS may administer pre-concussion baseline testing and post-concussion testing after a sports-related injury.
HCPSS Athletics Concussion Information Sheet
Overview of concussion signs and symptoms that can occur in student athletes.
Pre-participation Physical Evaluation Form
Physician forms for future student athletes to fill out prior to sport seasons.
COVID-19 AwarenessParent/Student-AthleteParticipationAcknowledgement Statements
Medication Procedure Information
Protocols for administration of student medication during school hours along with a medication administration history form for physicians.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Information
Acknowledgement statement and guidelines for identifying and responding to a cardiac arrest scenario.