Middle School Basketball -- Sorry for the confusion. The MS basketball game against Buchanan has been moved again. We will now play Buchanan at Buchanan HS on Tuesday (12/14). The 7th grade will begin at 5:30 and the 8th grade 6:30 pm.
REMINDER -- Little Rams registration will be held today from 4:30 to 6:30 pm in the HS cafeteria. Not only do we need players, BUT ALSO COACHES. See our article for more details: https://www.shps.org/o/athletics/article/599723
Middle school basketball -- the last game of the year for both 7th and 8th grade was originally next Thursday (12/16) at Buchanan. This conflicts with the Collage Concert, so the game has been rescheduled for Wednesday (12/15) at HOME instead. The 7th grade will begin at 4:30 and the 8th will begin at 5:30.
The Little Rams Boys Youth Basketball Program will begin in January. Sign-ups will be in the South Haven High School Cafeteria on Tuesday, December 7 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, and at Baseline Middle School on Saturday, December 11 from 10:00 am-noon. You can find more information at: https://www.shps.org/o/athletics/article/599723
NOTE TO SPORTS PARENTS: An increasing number of local districts are now requiring masks of spectators and coaches as we move into the winter season. For example, Lakeshore, St. Joseph & Kalamazoo Public Schools will require masks if you travel to an away event next week. South Haven Athletics recommends you plan on bringing a mask to all away events, and asks that you comply with whatever local rules are in place. Thank you!!
Middle school wrestling and girls basketball will begin practice on Monday, January 3, immediately following Christmas Break. These sports are available to kids in grades 6-8. Specific details will be released in December. Please remember that athletes MUST have a physical on file to participate.
Rams Aquatic Club will be practicing tonight, Friday (11/19), as scheduled.
High school and middle school competitive cheer practice has been cancelled for today, Friday (11/19). Enjoy your weekend.
Middle school basketball practice for all three grades has been cancelled for Friday, November 19. 6th grade WILL still play their games tomorrow at the high school.
Friday (11/19) -- The district is still evaluating our water situation with the city and how it may affect Friday practices and weekend competitions. We will communicate any information on athletics as soon as we're able. Thank you for your patience.
Rams Aquatic Club will not practice tonight (Tuesday, 11/16) due to a staff shortage.
MS Basketball -- please note that the MS Boys Basketball tournament at Buchanan for 7th and 8th grade basketball has been cancelled for Saturday, 11/20.
Ram Power begins Monday, November 8th. Ram Power is our speed and strength program. It is open to all athletes in grades 6-12 of both genders. The weekly schedule is Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 2:45- 4:00 pm in the high school weight room.
Training is an essential ingredient to successful athletics. It increases speed, strength, confidence, and recovery time. Training also decreases the volume and severity of injuries. Athletes who want to get better are STRONGLY encouraged to attend.
Questions can be directed to Coach Mark Eddy at meddy@shps.org.
Middle School Basketball -- Parents, I've received some small changes to our MS basketball schedules this week and have they are now reflected in the online schedules located on our website and app. Your coaches should be communicating these changes, but it is probably a good idea to check periodically by going to: https://www.shps.org/o/athletics/athletics
Middle School Boys Basketball -- we have a slight change in the game schedule for Monday's (11/8) game at Baseline MS:
4:30 -- 6th grade game vs. Covert
5:30 -- 7th grade game vs. Brandywine
6:30 -- 8th grade game vs. Brandywine
Thanks you for being flexible.
Middle School Competitive Cheer will begin practice on November 15. The program is open to students in grades 6-8. Girls wishing to participate MUST have a physical on file. Specific times and locations for practices will be coming soon.
Does your athlete have a valid physical?
High School winter sports begin in November and middle school basketball begins this Monday (10/25). All athletes in grades 6-12 wishing to participate in a school-sponsored sport MUST have a current physical on file to play, practice or even tryout.
MHSAA rules state:
For the 2021-22 school year, an MHSAA pre-participation sports physical is required for all students who participate in sports. A physical examination must be completed on or after April 15, 2021 to be considered a valid physical for 2021-22.
An MHSAA physical form can be found on their website. Completed physicals can be turned in on the first day of practice, or brought to the office at either the high school or Baseline.
MS boys basketball tryout times on Monday, October 25, will be as follows:
7th grade: 3:00-4:30 pm
6th grade: 4:30-6:00 pm
8th grade: 6:00-7:30 pm
Rams Aquatic Club Registration is now open through this Friday, October 15.
You can register by going to https://www.teamunify.com//team/recmuracmi/page/team-registration or by looking at the Ram's Aquatic Club Facebook Page.
MS Volleyball -- please note that Thursday's match (10/14) will be slightly later because of transportation. We anticipate the games to begin somewhere around 5:00 pm. Thank you for your flexibility.
