Athletics

Athletics

Athletics

In the CGUHSD athletic program, the health and welfare of the student-athlete is the most important concern. We know athletic participation enhances the learning environment of the campus. Every effort is made to assure a healthy environment and safe training conditions for student-athletes. Our athletics include Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman teams.

Fall Athletics   Winter Athletics     Spring Athletics
 Cross Country   Basketball (Boys)     Baseball
 Football   Basketball (Girls)     Softball
 Golf (Boys)   Soccer (Boys)    Tennis (Boys)
 Spiritline   Soccer (Girls)     Tennis (Girls)
 Swimming   Wrestling     Track & Field
 Volleyball        

Spectator Information

  • Spectators are expected to always show good sportsmanship to officials, players, coaches, game workers, and other spectators.
  • Spectators must follow all posted signs and all direction by school staff, security, or police. 
  • Spectators may be asked to leave and/or trespassed from the campus for non-compliance.
  • A clear bag policy is in effect.
  • No outside food or drinks are allowed into our venues, except for water in a clear, unopened container.
  • No pets, except working service animals.  
  • No re-entry to outdoor events.
  • No smoking or vaping.
  • Please continue to wash hands or use hand sanitizer frequently.
  • Stay home if you are feeling sick. 

Eligibility

If a student becomes 19 years of age on or before September 1st, the student is not eligible. The student-athlete’s attitude, conduct, and general school spirit, in and out of contests, must be of acceptable quality in order for the student-athlete to have the privilege of representing the school. To participate in an athletic activity, the student must:
  • attend their homeschool in accordance with the AIA guidelines, 
  • have a current Annual Physical Exam Form on file in the Athletic Office,
  • have a Certified Birth Certificate on file in the Athletic Office,
  • have a signed Insurance Form on file in the Athletic Office,
  • have all outstanding balances at the Bookstore paid in full,
  • be passing all courses,
  • attend all scheduled classes on the school day preceding the activity, if the activity falls on a non-school day,
  • provide medical documentation to the Attendance Office on the day of the activity, if the student-athlete was absent from any class on the day of the activity,
  • be on track to graduate (less than 2 credits behind), and 
  • academic check completed every Monday at 3:30 p.m.

Athletic Injury Information

Concussion Protocol
Concussion Return To Play
Injury Action Plan 
Injury Return To Play
Medical Emergency Action Plan

NCAA Eligibility

Students who desire to participate in the collegiate athletics at Division I or II schools must register with the NCAA clearinghouse to be eligible to play. Students should register at the end of their junior year or beginning of their senior year. Due to continual updating of courses, approved courses are posted at www.ncaa.org.

College-Bound Student-Athlete Guide
Division I Manual
Division II Manual
Division III Manual
Initial-Eligiiblity Brochure

No Pass No Play

The following groups are affected by the “No Pass No Play” school policy: Athletics, Spiritline, Speech/Debate, and musical groups when in competition with or against other high schools.

Coaches and activity sponsors will provide the Athletic Office with a list of participants. This list will be updated and made available to teachers via e-mail on a weekly basis.

Teachers are to post grades weekly. It will be the responsibility of the teacher to place the student-athlete with a grade of “F” (below 60%) on the ineligibility list. This will be coordinated through the Athletic Department.

Any student placed on the “No Pass No Play” list will not be permitted to compete in any school sponsored competition until the student-athlete has rectified the failing grades. The student will be ineligible for competition until a clearance slip has been issued by the Athletic Department.

Teachers that have marked student-athletes ineligible in their class will email the Athletic Director’s Administrative Assistant by Thursday at 3:00 p.m. If the grade is not rectified by Monday at 3:30 p.m., the student-athlete is ineligible for competition for the entire week. Students may continue to practice during the period of time that they are ineligible.

The Athletic Office will notify coaches and sponsors of students who are not eligible for competition and only the Athletic Office can officially clear a student for competition. Once a student is able to play, coaches will receive a clearance slip from the Athletic Office.

Student-Athletes failing a class at the end of the semester or at the end of the school year will be ineligible until the following weekly grade check. Student-Athletes failing for three (3) consecutive weeks will be taken off the roster for the sport and will not be able to play due to ineligibility.

Participation Guidelines

Please discuss participation in multiple athletics/activities with the sponsors/coaches and the school principal, if necessary, in advance. If multiple athletic and/or activity participation exists, the following criteria will be followed:
  • State, Division, Conference, or Playoff events take precedence over regular practice or competition. Example: A student involved in State Chorus takes precedence over a basketball game.
  • Competition always supersedes practice. Example: A student basketball game takes precedence over choir practice.
  • Tryouts supersede practice. Example: A tryout for the school play supersedes basketball practice. 
  • If  two competitions are of equal status, the student makes the choice. Example: No penalty is assessed due to a student choice between a basketball game the same night as a choir contest.

Incoming Athlete Information

Transfer students must have withdrawn from their previous school and shown intent to enroll in Casa Grande Union High School (CGUHS) prior to participating in summer activities. Students are encouraged to read the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) Student Eligibility and Transfer Bylaws prior to transferring in or out of CGUHS and set up an appointment with the Athletic Director. The AIA website provides access to Bylaws, 550 Student Transfer Forms.

Activity Bus

An activity bus is available for students who participate in after-school activities and tutoring. Students must have a bus pass from their supervising teacher, coach, or sponsor AND their Student ID to board the bus. The activity bus does not run on Fridays. Click HERE for more information.

Contact

Doris Simmons
Simmons, Doris
Assistant Principal, Student Affairs
Office: 520-836-8500 x 3106
Stephanie Garcia
Garcia, Stephanie
Administrative Assistant
Office: 520-836-8500 x 3122

Athletic Trainer

Krista Nelson
Nelson, Krista
Athletic Trainer
Office: 520-836-8500 x 3122

Equipment Manager

Joseph Owensby
Owensby, Joseph
Equipment Manager
Office: 520-836-8500 x 3035

Purchase Tickets

Clear Bag Policy

Physical Examination Form

Student Accident & Sickness Insurance

CGUHS Athletics YouTube Channel

Arizona Interscholastic Association

National Collegiate Athletic Assoc.

School Session Hours

Monday-Friday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Hours

Monday-Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Closed Fridays
Our Non-Discrimination Commitment

Casa Grande Union High School District #82 prohibits discrimination in employment and educational programs based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, military status, genetic test information, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s), Sean Casey, District Title IX Coordinator, 1362 N. Casa Grande Ave, Casa Grande, AZ 85122, (520) 316-3360 ext. 1111, or [email protected]

El Distrito Casa Grande Union High #82 prohibe la discriminación de empleo y programas educacionales basados en raza, color, religion, sexo, edad, descapacidad, origen nacional, estado militar, información de prueba genetica, orientación sexual o identidad de género, o expresion y provee acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Preguntas, quejas, o solicitudes para información adicional de acuerdo a estas leyes deben ser dirigidas a la coordinadora designada, Sean Casey, District Title IX Coordinator, 1362 N. Casa Grande Ave, Casa Grande, AZ 85122, (520) 316-3360 ext. 1111, o [email protected]

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