Fall Sports Information and Start Dates

Each athlete MUST have a practice permit before he/she can go out for a sport. All necessary forms can be picked up in the Activities Office or the Main Office (in the summer) at Park High School. The following two (2) items must be completed to receive a practice permit:

1. WIAA PHYSICAL/WAIVER CARD (or Alternate Year Card) Athletes must have a green physical card on file for the coming school year – OR - Use the alternate year card if the physical card was submitted this school year. The Racine high schools WILL NOT accept middle school physical cards for high school participation; all incoming 9th grade athletes must have the green physical card. Physical cards are good for two school years (if taken after April 1, 2008) and kept on file in the Activities Office. Athletes or parents can check with this office to see when the card expires. This should be done well before school ends this year in case a doctor appointment is necessary. The Insurance & Athletic Code waiver form is on the back of the green physical or alternate year cards. Family insurance coverage information should be included on these cards. The district offers an insurance plan which may be purchased if there is not sufficient family insurance. Your signature on the WAIVER FORM indicates your insurance status and indicates that both the athlete and parent have read the District Athletic Code.

2. USER FEE The User Fee and family maximum are set by the school board each year; currently $60 per sport, $180 maximum per family. Checks should be made payable to Park High School. User fees are ONLY refundable if the athlete is cut from the sport; refunds must be requested from the Activities Office.

The Activities Office, Room 147, (619-4443) will be open to issue permits as listed below. Athletes are expected to be ready for practice at the designated time, not waiting in line for a permit.

Mail In Option-Due August 1st: Again this year will be the opportunity for athletes who are confident that their card is complete to mail the WIAA card and the User Fee (check or money orders only) to Park HS - Attention Activities Office. The Practice Permit & receipt will then be given directly to the coach by our office. The sub schools and main office can not issue receipts or permits; please do not ask them to do so. Forms that are mailed must be received at Park HS by Friday, August 1st. Please indicate the athlete’s fall sport (i.e. Football, G Swim, etc). Only sign up for a fall sport at this time. Do not send prior to July!!!

Following are starting dates, approximate times and days of summer practice, summer phone numbers, and miscellaneous information. Please watch for updates and announcements which will be printed in the sports section of the Journal Times newspaper early in August. All athletes should provide their own lock and towel.

Cheerleading & Pom Pons
Cheer Coaches, Mrs. Catalano - 619-4400(work) & Mrs. Bucket – 260-8411

Pom Coach, Ms. Mrkvicka – 619-4400(work) Try outs in March. Mini practice and conditionings begin in April. Intense summer practice/performance schedule. Competitions and performances for football and basketball seasons.

Girls Golf Head Coach, Jerry Carel- 632-0203
It is recommended that girls have their own golf clubs and practice in the summer. Golfers of all playing ability, from beginning to advanced, are encourage to come out. Girls golf has a ‘no cut’ policy. Practice begins Monday, August 11th from 8:00am - 10:30am, Monday thru Friday at Johnson Park. Golfers should mail in their forms and fee by the deadline.

Girls Tennis Head Coach, Stefanie Biesiada-Webers – 989-9261
It is recommended that players have two tennis racquets and a water bottle. All levels will start practicing on Tuesday, August 12th at the Lockwood Park tennis courts from 9:00am to 11:30am. Players should mail in their forms and fee by the deadline.

Football Head Coach, Dennis Thompson – 634-3934 Freshman Coach, Greg Nyboe – 632-0904
Players should have proper shoes. Equipment will be distributed on Monday, August 11th for Seniors - 8:00 a.m., Juniors - 9:00 a.m., and Sophomores - 10:00 a.m.; first practice for these levels will be Tuesday, August 12th. Freshman will be issued equipment and start practice on Monday, August 18th at 8:00 a.m.All Athletes must have Practice Permit from Activities Office before receiving equipment.

Boys Soccer Head Coach, Mr. Maletis – 884-8626
Soccer Camp begins August 18th, 9:00am to 12:00pm at Park Soccer Field. Players should have both running shoes and soccer shoes. Bring 1 gallon of water to every session.

Girls Swim/Diving Head Coach, Mr. Reischl – 635-0642
All swimmers and divers are welcome and encouraged to join. Athletes should have a competition suit, towel, lock, goggles, and swim cap prior to start of season. First practice and team meeting will be Tuesday, August 12th. Meet on the pool deck with your suit and cap on at 8:00 am; locker room will open at 7:45am. A practice schedule will be available at this team meeting. Swimmers/Divers are encouraged to mail in their forms and fee by the deadline.

Boys Volleyball Head Coach, Pete Leslie - 637-0339 (home) 994-0141 (cell)
Please have your Practice Permit taken care of before the first day of practice. Appropriate practice clothes should be worn (shorts, volleyball or cross-training shoes recommended, knee pads are optional). Practice and try-outs for each team starts on August 25th at 9:00am in the Fieldhouse. Practices run approximately 2-1/2 hours – 3 hours.

Girls Volleyball Head Coach, Julie Rupnow – 619-4481(work) 886-6877(home)
Practice and try-outs will start in the fieldhouse on Monday, August 18th at 9:00am. We will have 3 team levels - freshman, JV, and varsity. Make sure you get your permit the week of August 11th so you are ready on the first day!!! Players should be dressed appropriate with knee pads and tennis shoes.

Boys & Girls Cross Country
Head Coaches, Girls - Mr. Landry – 619-4466 (work)
Boys - Mr. Schultz - 632-0843 (home), 664-6428 (work), 412-0029 (cell)
Please have running shoes for practice. Practice will start on August 18th from 9am -11am, Monday thru Saturday. Girls and boys will meet by the Fieldhouse. Athletes interested in the summer running club should contact Mr. Schultz.