At Shadow Ridge High School the athletic office plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of student athletes, both on and off the field. Their impact extends beyond organizing sports events, they are essential in supporting athletes academic growth, mental well being, and personal development. The athletic office team is dedicated to making sure every student athlete excels and represents the school with Mustang pride.
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One of the athletic office’s main responsibilities is ensuring athletes maintain their academic eligibility. The office works closely with athletes, parents, and coaches to ensure students meet the necessary academic requirements. Regular grade checks and communication with students help them stay on track while competing in sports.
Coach Foster emphasizes, “We care deeply about our athletes academic success. We want them to succeed in the classroom just as much as they do on the field. It’s about being well rounded.”
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Strong communication is key to athletic office success. The team ensures smooth coordination between coaches, athletes, and school administration. Secretary, Phife Sundara, handles everything from bus schedules to workers for games, ensuring logistics run without issues.
“We take care of the small details to ensure the athletes can focus on the game,” Sundara explained.
The athletic office also supports coaches and athletes fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
Beyond managing logistics and academics, the athletic office offers essential support for athletes facing injuries, mental health challenges, or personal difficulties. They connect athletes with resources like counseling services and trainers.
“We want our athletes to be the best they can be, both physically and mentally” says Ms. Guthrie, the athletic administrator.
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The athletic office is responsible for organizing events, including games, tournaments, and award ceremonies. Their coordination ensures these events run smoothly and contribute to the school pride.
“Every event reflects who we are as a school,” says Ms. Nicole Turner, an athletic office administrator who is now also an assistant principal.
The office is also dedicated to promoting good sportsmanship and school pride. They teach athletes to respect the game and represent Shadow Ridge with integrity and discipline.
“We want our athletes to leave a positive legacy at Shadow Ridge,” says Coach Foster.
Looking at the future, the athletic office aims to expand mentorship programs, improve communication systems and provide more support to athletes. Through their efforts they help build leaders and ensure that every student athlete has the tools to succeed in life both in and out the classroom.