Athletics at The Bay School: Building Strength, Pride and Integrity
Athletics
Building Strength, Pride and Integrity
Physical development and competitive athletics are a central part of The Bay School's program – building physical health and awareness, while promoting the important personal skills of effort, self-discipline, leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork. The Bay School offers a large, varied and competitive athletics program and has been recognized for the integrity and discipline of its players, coaches, parents and spectators. As a member of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Bay Counties League–Central Division (BCL-Central), 22 different boys, girls and coed teams compete against
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independent, parochial and public high schools throughout the Bay Area
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in 10 different sports.
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“ Winning and losing are temporary, but the skills that are developed through athletics last a lifetime.”
Team Sports During the 2013-2014 academic year, Bay will field varsity teams for the following sports: Fall
Winter
Spring
Boys Cross-Country*
Boys Basketball*
Boys Baseball
Girls Cross-Country*
Girls Basketball*
Boys Golf
Girls Golf
Boys Lacrosse
Boys & Girls Sailing
Boys & Girls Sailing
Boys Soccer*
Girls Soccer*
Girls Tennis
Girls Softball
Girls Volleyball*
Boys Tennis
STEVE GLASS, ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Boys Volleyball *Bay also fields junior varsity teams for these sports.
Practices and games generally take place every day after school and occasionally on weekends. Bay teams utilize fields and gym facilities in and around the Presidio. Our goal is to achieve athletic excellence on par with the high standards of Bay’s academic program; in our short history we are well on our way. The 2012-2013 year in sports saw our teams complete successful seasons, winning league championships as well as North Coast Section tournament games. VARSITY ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS – 2006-2013 Boys Baseball
Two-time BCL-Central Champions, undefeated BCL-Central regular season, North Coast Section Tournament
Boys Basketball
Two-time BCL-Central Champions, undefeated BCL-Central regular season, North Coast Section Tournament
Girls Basketball
Two-time BCL-Central Champions, North Coast Section Tournament
Boys Cross Country
Top 10 finisher at North Coast Section, qualified and participated in the CIF Championships 2009
Girls Cross Country
Top 20 finisher at North Coast Section Tournament, qualified and participated in the CIF championships 2012
Boys Golf
Bay Area Conference Tournament Champions, BCL-West Champions, North Coast Section Tournament
Girls Golf
BCL-Central Champions, Three-time Bay Area Conference Champions, North Coast Section Tournament
Boys Soccer
BCL-Central semifinals, North Coast Section Tournament
Girls Soccer
Four-time BCL-Central finals, North Coast Section Tournament
Girls Softball
BCL-Central semifinals, North Coast Section Tournament
Boys Tennis
BCL-West Individual Champion, North Coast Section Individual Tournament
Boys Volleyball
BCL Finals, North Coast Section Tournament
Girls Volleyball
Five-time BCL-Central Champions, North Coast Section Tournament
Coaches Who Teach, Motivate and Inspire Our student-athletes train with a coaching staff of the highest caliber. As lifelong athletes themselves, Bay coaches are experienced, ethical and enthusiastic; many have previously coached at the high school and university levels. Our coaching staff also includes several NCAA national champion athletes, a state championship basketball coach and a former professional baseball player. A number of our coaches also teach academic disciplines offering students and teachers the opportunity to build upon bonds that begin in the classroom.
Physical Activities Classes The Bay School’s physical activities program offers something for everyone. From the mindfulness of yoga to the precision of martial arts and power of weight training, students of all abilities and interests are challenged to push their physical and mental limits. Classes for the 2013-2014 school year: Dance Group exercise (cycling, pilates, etc.) High-performance training Martial arts Strength training Rock climbing
Our Values The Bay School’s commitment to athletics is based upon our belief that physical development and athletic accomplishment have important lifelong benefits. Through participation in team sports and athletic activities, our students develop an awareness of how their bodies function. Students come to understand how nutrition, technique, technology and practice enhance physical and mental performance. Athletics offers the opportunity to learn and master new skills through perseverance – an important approach they can apply to new situations throughout life.
Questions? Please contact Athletic Director Steve Glass regarding team sports at 415-561-5800, ext. 118, or Assistant Athletic Director Erica Kajdasz regarding the activities program at 415-561-5800, ext. 156.