Athletic Mission Statement

 

Mission

Saint Mary’s College High School’s Athletics serves the school’s mission, Lasallian Core Principles and heritage. Saint Mary’s Athletics is essential in providing leadership skills, developing character, and emphasizing strong values and moral development. Our goal is to improve the skills of each student-athlete so they reach their highest level of performance.  We believe in teaching the value of healthy competition and the discipline needed to reach those standards. Saint Mary’s prioritizes the value of teamwork in pursuit of a common goal where we emphasize fair play, self-control, and respect. Student- athletes play an important role in creating a supportive community at Saint Mary’s.

 

Goal

Saint Mary’s will provide student-athletes:

• The highest quality Lasallian Education.
• A strong competitive program.
• A strong inclusive environment which promotes equity, sportsmanship, respect for others, and inclusivity.
• Personal leadership and respect for interscholastic athletic competitors.
• A coach who is committed to the Saint Mary’s Community and knows and cares for each of his/her athletes.

 

Expectations of a Saint Mary’s Coach

A great coach understands how to push their athletes in a way that does not waiver from the mission of Saint Mary’s College High School and the athletic department.

 

Saint Mary’s is committed to hiring coaches that are:

• Educated in the sport they teach and can effectively communicate their ideas, principles, and goals to their athletes.
• Organized and has a clear practice schedule they execute on a daily basis.
• Committed to Lasallian values and a quality education.
• Committed to clear communication with families of athletes.
• Dedicated to a holistic approach in developing student-athletes.

• Cross Country
• Football

• Cheerleading
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Tennis
• Volleyball
• Rugby

• Basketball
• Soccer

• Cheerleading
• Basketball
• Soccer