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About Athletics » Meridian Athletics

Meridian Athletics

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***Subject to Change***
 
Updated October 3
 
Fall Break
The Athletics Department is closed for Fall Break until Monday, October 12, which is a student holiday.
 

Academic Eligibility

Friday, October 2 marked the end of grading quarter 1. Per state law and Meridian school rules, any students who fail or receive an incomplete in at least one class for the quarter are ineligible to compete or perform in extracurricular activities (Athletics, After School Theatre, After School Orchestra, Model UN, DECA, HOSA, Speech & Debate, etc.). For these students, academic eligibility ends at 4:10 PM on Monday, October 19 and can be regained on Wednesday, November 18 if passing all classes on the grading quarter 2 Progress Report. 
 
Students can and should continue to attend meetings and practices while academically ineligible. They cannot compete or perform with their extracurricular activity while academically ineligible.
 
Helpful Resources
 
Questions? Please email [email protected]
 
Basketball (7-12)
2026-2027 Basketball teams have formed! During Fall Break, Basketball families might have questions about the following:
  1. Athletics Locker Requests - The deadline to submit the Locker Request Form was Friday, October 2 at 4:10 PM. No late requests will be accepted. If you missed this opportunity, please be sure to watch emails and communications from ParentSquare/StudentSquare so you stay up to speed during your Basketball season.
  2. Participation Fees - Basketball participation fees are due by Sunday, October 11. Checks were accepted through 4:10 PM on Friday, October 2.
  3. First practices and kickoff meetings - Please check your ParentSquare Group Calendar. Changes are possible since the Welcome email was sent.
 
Soccer (7-12)
Meridian Soccer starts soon!
  • Registration = Wednesday, 11/11 - 9 PM on Thursday, 11/19. No late registrations will be accepted.
  • Physical forms due = 11/19
  • Tryouts = Wednesday, 12/2
Season details, including the practice schedule, will be published on mwschool.org/Athletics by the time registration opens.
 
Tennis (7-12)
Get ready for Meridian Tennis!
  • Registration = Wednesday, 12/2 - 9 PM on Thursday, 12/10. No late registrations accepted.
  • Physical forms due = 1/5 (first day of semester 2)
  • Tryouts = Wednesday, 1/13
  • Trains at Cimarron Hills in Georgetown.
  • Will practice at Cimarron Hills Wednesdays after school and Thursday evenings.
  • Please note that our new league does not offer a state tournament. There will be an multi-team End of Season Tournament at Cimarron Hills on Saturday, April 3.
 
Competitive sports are for students in grades 7-12.
 
Parent Square - Athletics news is available to students and parents/guardians who opt into the Athletics news group in Parent Square. Join the Athletics News ParentSquare Group to avoid missing registration opportunities and to learn about upcoming competitions and Athletics events.
 
2026-2027 Athletics Newsletters

 

 

Athletics Calendar / 2026-2027 Sports Registration

 

Questions about Athletics? Email Meridian Athletics.

 

 

New to Meridian Athletics? Visit the Introduction to Meridian Sports and the Athletics Terms for Participation.
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Student Commitment Expectations for Competitive Sports
 
Students who wish to participate in competitive sports are expected to participate in every practice and be available to participate in every competition. 
 
Students who know they have an existing conflict that will interfere with their ability to participate as much as the coach and their teammates expect are encouraged to submit a Standing Conflict Waiver.
 
 
 
 
Welcome to Meridian Athletics!
 
Meridian Athletics Mission Statement: 
At Meridian School, we believe that students should balance the different aspects of their lives - intellectual, physical, and emotional - to achieve well-being and well-roundedness. Participation in competitive athletics and developmental sport experiences can contribute to this balance. The athletic experience will be provided within a nurturing environment that motivates the student athlete to view athletics and sports as life-long endeavors. Coaches will work with student athletes to aid their understanding of their strengths and weaknesses to enhance their personal development and improve their contribution to the success of the team. Win or lose, Meridian School will encourage student athletes to provide a winning effort, exhibit sportsmanship, enthusiasm, and demonstrate respect for all.
 
Find our Sports here, See when to register here.
 
The Meridian Lions have 32 State Titles! Learn more about our accomplishments here.

Mays

 

The Meridian Mays Gym (in the Middle School building) is home to 5 Volleyball teams and 6 Basketball teams!

 

Home Gym Admissions:

Cash and credit card accepted.

$5 adults; $1 for adults wearing Meridian spirit wear; $3 for students not wearing Meridian spirit wear or school uniform.

 

Meridian staff always admitted for FREE with their badge.

 

Families of our teams that are playing are admitted for FREE to home games at Meridian w/ their Family Pass.

 

Meridian students will be admitted for free into home Volleyball and Basketball games when wearing Meridian spirit wear or Meridian school uniform!

 

The Athletics website contains a wealth of information.

Find anything from Eligibility to Frequently Asked Questions.

If any information is missing or requires updating, please email Meridian Athletics.

 

Coaches & ADs Looking to Schedule Competitions -

Please contact our Athletic Coordinator, Ashlie Langlinais.

 

Questions- Please email Meridian Athletics.

 

If viewing on a mobile device, please use your fingers to scroll to see all sports options.

 
 
 
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