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-based on 1st Quarter, and SPRING-based on 2nd Quarter grades.
In an effort to ensure the safety and health of students while participating in school-sponsored winter athletics practices and competitions, HCPSS will require all student-athletes in grades 9–12 to provide proof of vaccination or undergo weekly testing in order to participate. This requirement will begin with the start of winter athletics practices during the 2021–2022 school year.
Parents/guardians may provide proof of vaccination by one of the following ways:
Upload proof of vaccination documentation through HCPSS Connect
Email proof of vaccination documentation to the Athletics and Activities Manager (AAM) at their child’s school
Drop off a paper copy of proof of vaccination to the AAM at their child’s school
Proof of vaccination documentation may consist of a scan or image of the vaccine card that was provided by the health organization that administered the vaccine, or documentation received from ImmuNet - the State’s immunization information system.
Fully vaccinated students who wish to participate in winter athletics (including Allied Sports, and student team managers) and do not wish to undergo weekly testing should provide vaccine verification no later than Thursday, November 11, 2021. Otherwise, testing for all participating student-athletes who have not confirmed vaccine verification will begin on Friday, November 12, 2021 prior to the start of practice on Monday, November 15, 2021. Student-athletes will require parent permission to undergo the testing through the Maryland Department of Health contractor who will conduct the weekly testing for HCPSS. A permission form will be sent by your school’s AAM.
Additionally, all paid and volunteer coaches for winter athletics must provide proof of vaccination or undergo weekly testing. Vaccine verification and testing will not be required for spectators.
Fall Sports Tryouts – Starting August 11, 2021, DEADLINE to REGISTER is Tuesday August 10, 2021
Winter Sports Tryouts – Starting November 15, 2021, DEADLINE to REGISTER is Sunday November 14, 2021.
Spring Sports Tryouts – Starting March 1, 2022 DEADLINE to REGISTER is February 28, 2022
Instructions for Sports Registration
**Reminder Physicals for Athletics are different from those used to register to attend school. The Athletic Physical includes a Clearance without restrictions by Medical Staff.
Please, make sure Physicals have all signatures (Parent/Guardian, Athlete, and Physician) before scanning and uploading. Fall 2021 physicals can be used for Winter 2021 and Spring 2022 season, Winter physicals can be used for Spring. Athletes will need a new physical for 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, parent/guardians will need to click the checkbox (option to use physical on file dated...) and save. Otherwise, it’ll wait for a new one to be uploaded. Reminder, returning athletes will still need to complete permission information and upload a new utility bill.
Updated Physical Form link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/preparticipation-physical-evaluation-form.pdf
Updated Covid Information Form Link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/covid-info-signoff-form.pdf
Helpful How to Guide is available at http://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/hcpss-connect-guide-hs-athletic-registration.pdf
Athletic Registration Instructions powerpoint: https://ghs.hcpss.org/sites/default/files/Instructions%20for%20Sports%20Registration.pptx
Make sure all paperwork is complete or online submission complete. Reminder practices begin after tryouts are completed.
NO WALKUPS ARE ALLOWED. Contact your Coach, emails below
Tryouts for 11/15
Indoor Track-2:45 on Track
Cheer-JV & Varsity 2:30-4:30
Wrestling-2:45 Wrestling Room
Boys Basketball-JV and Varsity 6:30pm
Girls Basketball-JV 2:30-4:30, Varsity 3:30-5:30
11/16
Cheer: 2:30-4:30pm (aux)
Volleyball: 3:30pm-5:30pm (main)
Boys Varsity Basketball: 4:30-6:30pm (aux)
Girls JV Basketball: 5:30-7:30pm (main)
Girls Varsity Basketball: 6:30-8:30pm (aux)
Boys JV Basketball: 7pm-8:30pm (main)
Reach out to coaches for additional information
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. How long is the Impact Test (Concussion Baseline) good for? The Impact test baseline is good for 2 years.
5. What is the roster size for _______ ? Each team roster is determined by the coaching staff.
6. How many courses do I need to be registered for my Senior year to be eligible to participate?
HCPSS requires "One on campus" course
7. Why do we have to begin on a particular date (i.e. August 11 for Fall, November 15 for Winter, and March 1 for Spring)?
The MPSSAA establishes start dates for all sports in MD
A member MPSSAA school (includes athletes) may not participate in a regularly scheduled game until at least 20 calendar days have elapsed after and including the first day of practice. Golf is the only exception.
This is why we are required to begin on August 11th so we have enough days (including the 3 Heat Acclimation days) of practice before the 1st play date which happens to be Friday September 3, 2021.
Issues could arise if we don't allow enough time for proper Heat Acclimation and/or preparation of athletes.
8. What is the link for the NCAA Eligibility Center? contact information? (For student athletes interested or planning to play in college)
http://www.ncaa.org/student-athletes/future/eligibility-center
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/
Allied Soccer-contact Coach McCollum, lisa_mccollum@hcpss.org
Cross Country-contact Coach Johnson, philip_johnson@hcpss.org
Field Hockey-contact Coach Trunzo, nicole_trunzo@hcpss.org
Cheer-contact Coach Carpenter, coachkatiecarpenter@gmail.com
Football-contact Coach Cullen, timothy_cullen@hcpss.org
Golf-contact Coach Beil, chris_beil@hcpss.org
Volleyball-contact Coach Monjes, jason_monjes@hcpss.org
Girls Soccer-contact Coach D'Antuono, Vincente_D'Antuono@hcpss.org
Boys Soccer-contact Coach Osborne, joseph_osborne@hcpss.org
Allied Bowling-contact Coach Schaffer, butch_schaffer@hcpss.org
Boys Basketball-contact Coach Blazek, alex_blazek@hcpss.org
Girls Basketball-contact Coach Ebbe, david_ebbe@hcpss.org
Indoor Track-contact Coach Johnson, philip_johnson@hcpss.org
Wrestling-contact Coach Bichner, mattdbichner@gmail.com
Winter Cheer-contact Coach Carpenter, coachkatiecarpenter@gmail.com
Boys Lacrosse-contact Coach Hatmaker, joshua_hatmaker@hcpss.org
Girls Lacrosse-contact Coach Trunzo, nicole_trunzo@hcpss.org
Tennis-contact Coach Shepard, jennifer_shepard@hcpss.org
Softball-contact Coach Gregory, carly_gregory@hcpss.org
Baseball-contact Coach Tiffany, steven_tiffany@hcpss.org
Outdoor Track-contact Coach Johnson, philip_johnson@hcpss.org
https://www.glenelgboosters.com/sports-physicals/
First Call Urgent Care
10981 Johns Hopkins Road, Maple Lawn
Additonal Location at HoCo Fair Grounds
https://ghs.hcpss.org/sites/default/files/CMGFC%20Sports%20Physicals%202021%20GHS-1.pdf
Quality First Urgent Care
Clarksville Location
The purpose of the Glenelg High School Athletics Hall of Fame is to recognize achievements of persons who have made a significant contribution to the athletic program at Glenelg High School, or who have distinguished themselves at the collegiate or professional level after participating in athletics at Glenelg. Nominees for the Glenelg Athletics Hall of Fame are divided in to three categories; Athlete/Team, Coach, and Contributor. These divisions are for the sole purpose of assisting those making nominations to understand the kind of information that is required on the nomination form. DEADLINE NOVEMBER 1st
We are currently having issues with internal system links, if the link below does not work, please email me and I will send you the information. daniel_sageman@hcpss.org
http://ghs.hcpss.org/sites/default/files/Glenelg%20High%20School_hall%20of%20fame.pdf
Applications will be available in April, see your coach or Mr. Sageman to pick one up. Applications will be due each year in early May.
Criteria for award:Applicant's need to earn 12 points total and coaches approval. 1 point for every JV year and sport, 2 points for every Varsity year and sport, 1 point each championship (county, region, state), 1 point for Captain, All County, All State, All Metro, and 2 points for School Records. additional points can be added for additional awards, please contact Mr. Sageman.
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!
By establishing an understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide greater benefits to our children. As parents, when your children become involved in our program, you have a right to understand what expectations are placed on your child. This begins with clear communication from the coach of your child’s program.
1. Philosophy of the coach.
2. Expectations the coach has for your child as well as all the players of the squad.
3. Locations and times of all practices and contests.
4. Team requirements, i.e. fees, special equipment, off-season conditioning.
5. Procedure should your child be injured during participation.
6. Discipline that result in the denial of your child’s participation.
1. Concerns expressed directly to coach.
2. Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.
3. Specific concern in regard to a coach’s philosophy and/or expectations.
As your children become involved in programs at Glenelg, they will experience some of the most rewarding moments of their lives. It is important to understand that there also may be times when things do not go the way you or your child wishes. At these times, discussion with the coach is encouraged.
1. The treatment of your child, mentally or physically.
2. Ways to help your child improve.
3. Concerns about your child’s behavior.
It is very difficult to accept your child not playing as much as you may want. However, playing time is earned in the estimation of the coaches and is not an entitlement. Coaches are professionals and they make judgment decisions based on what they believe to be the best for all students involved. As you have read from the list above, certain things can be and should be discussed with the coach.
1. Playing time
2. Team strategy
3. Play calling
4. Other student-athletes
There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and the parent. It is important that both parties involved have a clear understanding of the others’ position. When these conferences are necessary, the following procedure should be followed to help promote a resolution to the issue of concern.
1. Wait 24 hours before you make initial contact with the coach.
2. After you have waited 24 hours call or email the coach to set-up an appointment.
3. If the coach cannot be reached, email/call Dan Sageman, the Athletics and Activities Manager, and a meeting will be arranged for you.
Please do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach. Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution. This is why waiting 24 hours before the initial contact with the coach is such a crucial step in the resolution process.
Parents are encouraged to discuss issues and problems with the Athletics and Activities Manager. However, if a parent has specific complaint regarding a coach, then the coach must have the opportunity to be present to meet with the parent.
A full-time high school 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. If a student withdraws from a course, the grades at the time of withdrawal will be used in determining academic eligibility.
Reminder Physicals for Athletics are different from those used to register to attend school. The Athletic Physical includes a Clearance without restrictions by Medical Staff.
Updated Physical form link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/preparticipation-physical-evaluation-form.pdf
Updated Covid Information Form Link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/covid-info-signoff-form.pdf
*Note-All incoming 8th graders are eligible for Fall Sports
FORM 1: HCPSS Athletic Participation Form
FORM 2: PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION FORM (dated April 1, of previous school year to the present) Upddated Form Link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/preparticipation-physical-evaluation-form.pdf
FORM 3: SPORTS CONCUSSION TESTING PROGRAM AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
FORM 4:CONCUSSION INFORMATION SHEET
FORM 5: SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST INFORMATION
FORM 6: Covid Information Form https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/covid-info-signoff-form.pdf
Proof of Residence, Documents of proof are a current 2021-2022 (dated July 2021/August 2021 for Fall, September 2021/October 2021/November 2021 for Winter, January 2022/February 2022/March 2022 for Spring) utility bill, excluding a cell phone bill
FORM 1: HCPSS Athletic Participation Form
FORM 2: PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION FORM (dated April 1, of previous school year to the present) Updated Form link: https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/preparticipation-physical-evaluation-form.pdf
FORM 3: SPORTS CONCUSSION TESTING PROGRAM AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
FORM 4:CONCUSSION INFORMATION SHEET
FORM 5: SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST INFORMATION
FORM 6: Covid Information Form https://www.hcpss.org/f/athletics/covid-info-signoff-form.pdf
Proof of Residence, Documents of proof are a current 2021-2022 (dated July 2021/August 2021 for Fall, September 2021/October 2021/November 2021 for Winter, January 2022/February 2022/March 2022 for Spring) utility bill, excluding a cell phone bill
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.
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.