Athletics are a priority at schools like Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School. At our school, we believe in fostering a sense of belonging and community through top-notch athletics. Our state-of-the-art fields and courts help provide the best environment for every student, from casual players to future professionals. Read on to learn about what your child can gain by joining a team sport in high school.
Builds Strong Friendships and Community
When students play team sports, the environment fosters bonds of friendship and trust, helping students feel welcome, valued, and included. Teams provide a built-in community of people with shared interests and goals. You celebrate wins together, and you move through losses together. The bonds you build by spending hours each week in practice and ultimately competing with other teams on the field or the court can last a lifetime.
Encourages Personal Development and Leadership
Students who play team sports learn discipline, responsibility, and leadership while representing their school and faith on and off the field. The value of these lessons cannot be overstated. Knowing how to work with other team members and build on every person’s strengths helps players throughout their lives. Team collaboration is an important leadership skill that students find themselves using throughout their careers.
Supports Physical Health and Wellness
Team sports encourage regular exercise and foster healthy habits that benefit students for life. This foundation becomes especially important after students graduate and move out on their own for the first time. If you have been living a healthy lifestyle in high school, you are likely to continue making healthy choices in college. This can go a long way toward promoting success in college, where falling into unhealthy habits is often the norm.
Deepens School Spirit and Shared Values
Playing together creates memories and pride in the school community, deepening Catholic values such as respect and compassion. Student athletes spend time around team members during their highs and lows, and many of those are experienced together. Developing empathy and understanding is a natural part of the process. Through it all, other students cheer for players on the sidelines, promoting a strong sense of school spirit.
Boosts Confidence and Academic Success
A supportive team environment empowers students to set goals and overcome challenges. As a result, many student athletes carry self-confidence into the classroom and beyond. They feel empowered to ask deeper questions and become more engaged in their learning. While they prepare for their next steps in life, the lessons learned on the field give them the confidence they need to succeed.
At Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, a Catholic high school with modern athletic facilities, no one sits on the sidelines. We offer something for everyone, with over 27 sports teams*, to match each student’s dreams and talents. Whether team sports are a healthy hobby or a springboard for larger life goals, we always encourage students to pursue their athletic interests. Learn more about how we can help your student thrive by contacting us today.
| *Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School Sports by Season | |
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Fall Sports Cross Country – Men Cross Country – Women Football Golf – Men Golf – Women Sideline Cheer Swim/Dive – Men Swim/Dive – Women Volleyball |
Winter Sports
Basketball – Men Basketball – Women Competitive Cheer Soccer – Men Soccer – Women |
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Spring Sports Baseball Beach Volleyball – Women Flag Football – Women Lacrosse – Men Softball Tennis – Men Tennis – Women Track – Men Track – Women |
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