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Athletic Office 313-432-3216
Athletic Secretary: Laura Huff
313-432-3217
laura.huff@gpschools.org
Athletic Director: Carmen
Kennedy
313-432-3255 carmen.kennedy@gpschools.org
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NORTH
SPORTS CAMPS 2008
Click Here to View the North Sports Camp
Brochure
Questions? Contact
the Athletic Office: 313-432-3217
Save the Date
Senior Student Athlete
Scholarship Applications due Friday, May 16th by 3:00pm. Please turn in
completed applications to the Athletic Office.
Senior Student Athlete Brunch:
Sunday, June 1st, 12:00pm at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club
Spring Sport Awards: Tuesday,
June 3rd, Performing Arts Center, 7:00pm
Sports Honored: Golf, Boys and Girls Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer &
Crew
Spring Sport Awards: Thursday,
June 5th, Performing Arts Center, 7:00pm
Sports Honored: Baseball, Softball, Tennis & Boys and Girls Track
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Coaches Club Membership Form
Coaches
Club Update
We
want to thank everyone that has joined the GPN Coaches Club.
You can join!
Thanks for supporting GPN Athletics!! Go
Norsemen!!
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WINTER SPORTS
HAVE STARTED!
Please visit
www.highschoolsports.net for full
schedules.
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ATHLETICS IS AN EXTENSION OF THE CLASSROOM
PARTICIPATING ON AN ATHLETIC TEAM IS AN OPPORTUNITY, NOT A RIGHT!
ATTENTION PARENTS:
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY
To be deemed eligible for athletic participation during the season of a sport,
the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) requires that
student-athletes earned at least 20 credit hours the previous semester and are
passing at least 20 credit hours the present semester. The Grosse Pointe
Public School System, as a member of MHSAA, abides by this eligibility standard.
Parents ~ If you are concerned about
your child's academic progress, the Athletic Department can help you get
her/him on the right track!
Please call Carmen Kennedy, assistant
principal/athletic director, for more information about the Academic Progress
Track.
This service can be used by ALL parents,
regardless if your child is eligible or ineligible. We work with teachers,
counselors and coaches to make sure your student is academically prepared for
the classroom.
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North Athletics,
A
Tradition of Excellence
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As an integral part of a community (Grosse
Pointe Woods, MI) that prides itself on a
commitment to excellence, the athletic program
at
Grosse Pointe
North High
School is a reflection of that desire to bring
out the best in our students, parents, school,
and community. The mission of Grosse Pointe
North Athletics is, with the support of the
community, to offer a program in educational
athletics that provides opportunities for
student growth and development through
competitive interscholastic sports.
Since Grosse
Pointe North High School opened in the fall
of 1968, interscholastic athletics have been an
integral part of the school, and school system
that prides itself on excellence in academics,
athletics, and the performing arts. North is a
member of the thirty-two school Macomb Area
Conference (MAC), which places member schools in
divisions for each sport based on size of the
school and the strength of the program. Despite
being one of the smallest of the Class “A” high
schools in the conference, North and it’s sister
school South compete in the highest division of
the MAC (the Red Division) in more sports than
any other conference member(s). We are proud of
a tradition of competitive success that includes
over 300 conference championships, over 100
Conference Meet Champions, more than 50 MHSAA
district championships, over 80 MHSAA Regional
Championships, 8 state runner-up teams, 9 state
champion teams, and several individual state
champions (including the 2001-2002 Michigan
Female Athlete of the Year). In
2002
the Varsity Boys’ Ice Hockey Team took home a
second consecutive MHSAA State Championship.
And in 2005, the Varsity Boys Basketball team
advanced to the Final Four at Breslin Arena.
Academically, North is consistently at the top
of the state in MHSAA Scholar Athlete nominees,
and we are fortunate to have had 5
student-athletes recognized as the MHSAA Scholar
Athlete of the Year for their sport. The
emphasis on academics at North is highlighted by
the fact that year, in and year out, more than
70% of the 800+ individual students who
participate in athletics at North earn a GPA of
3.0 or above.
Inclusion is also a critical component of the
Grosse Pointe philosophy towards extracurricular
activities, as evidenced by the Detroit News
ranking Grosse Pointe North and South among the
State’s top schools for gender equity in
athletics. North offers thirty-one
different sports programs in which a
student-athlete may earn a Varsity letter,
seventeen of which are female teams, twelve of
which are male teams, and two of which are
co-educational. North offers a Varsity team in
every MHSAA sponsored sport except skiing, and
in addition, has Varsity programs in boys’
and girls’ crew, boys’ and girls’ sailing,
dance, girls’ ice hockey, and girls’ field
hockey. At Grosse Pointe North, there is
definitely a wide variety of opportunity for
student involvement.
Grosse Pointe North and
Grosse Pointe
Public Schools,
are committed to excellence, and to educational
athletics. We have a district wide Athletic
Steering Committee, comprised of parents, staff,
administrators, and coaches who guide the
athletic programs through budgeting, expansion,
long range projects, and policy. The
commitment of our district, the breadth of our
programs, the standards of competitive
excellence, and the proven academic and athletic
success of our student-athletes has made Grosse
Pointe North an exemplary athletic program.
Nearly two/thirds of our
student body participate on one of our
interscholastic athletic teams or clubs. It's a
great way for students to have fun, develop new
and lasting friendships, and experiences with
students from other school districts. According
to recent student surveys, the number one reason
students want to play sports for their school -
"It's fun"!!
Grosse
Pointe North High School offers the following
athletic teams:
Fall Sports
| Boys |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Football |
X |
X |
X |
| Soccer |
X |
X |
X |
| Cross Country |
X |
X |
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| Tennis |
X |
X |
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| Girls |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Volleyball |
X |
X |
X |
| Cheerleading |
X |
X |
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| Cross Country |
X |
X |
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| Field Hockey |
X |
X |
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| Swimming/Diving |
X |
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| Golf |
X |
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Winter Sports
| Boys |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Basketball |
X |
X |
X |
| Wrestling |
X |
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| Swimming/Diving |
X |
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| Ice Hockey |
X |
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| Girls |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Basketball |
X |
X |
X |
| Cheerleading |
X |
X |
X |
| Gymnastics |
X |
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| Ice Hockey |
X |
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| Figure Skating |
X |
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| Synchro Swim |
X |
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Spring Sports
| Boys |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Baseball |
X |
X |
X |
| Lacrosse |
X |
X |
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| Golf |
X |
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| Crew |
X |
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| Track & Field |
X |
X |
X |
| Sailing |
X |
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| Girls |
V |
JV |
FM |
| Softball |
X |
X |
X |
| Lacrosse |
X |
X |
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| Soccer |
X |
X |
X |
| Crew |
X |
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X |
X |
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| Sailing |
X |
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X |
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X = Official Team
U = Team exists unofficially
Ninth grade students are immediately eligible
and encouraged to try out for any sport even if
an official ninth grade team is not offered at
this time.
Eligibility
The Michigan High School
Athletic Association, Inc. (MHSAA), requires the
following minimum eligibility standard:
No student shall compete in any athletic
contest during any semester who does not have to
his or her credit on the books of the school
represented, at least twenty (20) credit hours
of work for the last semester during which he or
she shall have been enrolled in grades nine to
twelve, inclusive. A student entering the ninth
(9th) grade for the first time may
compete without reference to his/her record in
the eighth (8h) grade.
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Requirements for
Participation
Each student athlete is required to have a
physical examination record and a signed
parent-athlete permission card on file in the
athletic office before the student may
condition or practice. This requirement is
for the protection of the student.
Physical examinations are offered in the
spring and fall. These dates will be announced
annually. If using your family physician, please
note that in compliance with the MHSAA Student
Regulation 1. SEC. 3, any physical examination
dated on or after April 15 will be honored for
the coming year's athletic activities.
A parent meeting will be held for a
discussion of team rules and school regulations,
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Schedules
Click the link for the
Grosse Pointe North Athletic Schedule. Our scheduling program, High
School Sports.net, offers services such as e-mail and/or text messages
for schedule changes, downloadable schedules, links to maps and much more.
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High School Athletic Participation Fees for 2007-2008
Due to the reduction in
the district athletic budget by $400,000 over the past
two years, it has become necessary to charge a
participation fee of $115 per athlete, per sport for
those students wishing to participate in high school
athletics. This fee allows us to maintain the scope of
programs we provide, allowing students to have a wide
variety of opportunities for involvement in activities
beyond the school day. Payment of the fee is required
for participation.
Make checks
payable to Grosse Pointe North. Checks will be
collected by coaches. Students paying in cash should
pay at the athletic office and will receive a receipt.
Students/Parents with concerns over the ability to pay
this fee should contact the Athletic Director.
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Team Descriptions
2007 - 2008 Start Dates
Fall Sports
Football
Three football teams are fielded to give an opportunity for participation
with a no-cut policy. Only ninth graders may participate on the freshman
team. Tenth graders generally play on the junior varsity team. The varsity team
is composed primarily of eleventh and twelfth grade students.
Soccer (Boys)
A varsity, junior varsity and freshman soccer program, gives approximately
eighteen players per team, an opportunity to participate against area teams.
Cuts are generally necessary at the varsity level and sometimes at the
sub-varsity level. The team plays on the Morningside soccer field and the
stadium field.
Cross-Country (Boys & Girls)
The cross-country program offers a varsity team for the boys and the girls,
grades nine through twelve. A no-cut policy is in effect for cross-country.
Home meets are at the park/hill at Vernier and Jefferson behind the GP
Shores offices.
Golf (Girls) This team is for those who have already demonstrated some
skill in golf. Generally there is a high turnout and tryouts are
competitive.
Volleyball (Girls)
The volleyball program offers three teams of twelve to fifteen players at
varsity, junior varsity and freshman levels who are selected through try-outs.
Field Hockey (Girls)
The Varsity and JV teams fielded for this sport may require cuts depending
on the level of interest. Games are played on the stadium field with
practice at Ferry Elementary.
Tennis (Boys)
The varsity and JV team consist of four singles players and eight players on
four doubles teams. Cuts are generally necessary at both levels.
Matches will be held at Lakefront Park.
Swimming/Diving (Girls)
North offers the opportunity for girls to compete in interscholastic competition
in swimming and diving. The schedule consists of dual meet competition as well
as Saturday invitationals. Practices are conducted at the North pool.
Cheerleading (Girls)
The cheerleading program offers Varsity and JV teams that cheer for
football and basketball games. Try-outs are held in April for the fall season
and in November for the winter season.
Winter Sports
Basketball (Girls)
The basketball program offers three teams of twelve to fifteen players:
varsity, junior varsity and freshman, who are selected through try-outs.
Basketball (Boys)
The basketball program offers three teams of twelve to fifteen players on
the varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams who are selected through tryouts.
Competitive Cheer (Girls)
The young ladies will have a opportunity compete other MAC schools in
jamborees. The team will also cheer at basketball games.
Wrestling
Wrestling is unique in that athletes of all weights may compete against
athletes of their own weights. Thirteen weight classes, ranging from 103 pounds
to heavyweight , are available. A no-cut policy is in effect.
Swimming/Diving (Boys)
North offers the opportunity for boys to compete in interscholastic
competition in swimming and diving. The schedule consists of dual meet
competition as well as Saturday invitationals. Practices are conducted at the
North pool.
Ice Hockey (Boys)
A varsity team of approximately twenty-four boys will be selected. The team
participates in one of the the premier leagues in Michigan, the . Home contests
are held at Mt. Clemens Ice Arena.
Ice Hockey (Girls) A varsity team of approximately twenty-four girls are selected. The team
participates in the Michigan Metro Women's Hockey League during the winter
sports season. Home contests are held at Viking Ice Arena in Hazel Park.
Gymnastics (Girls)
Girls with an interest and some background have an opportunity to compete on
this team. The events consist of the vault, the uneven bars, the balance
beam, and floor exercise. Some Saturday invitational meets are scheduled.
The gymnastic teams is a combined/cooperative program
with Grosse Pointe South.
Figure Skating (Girls and Boys)
Synchronized Swimming (Girls)
South and
North
High School offer the unique
opportunity for girls to compete in interscholastic synchronized swimming
competition. The schedule consists of dual figure and routine meet competitions,
and a state championship. Practices are conducted at both the North and South
Pools to accommodate our unified team. Our final event is our annual water show
where the Synchronized Swim team members display their skills knowledge and
leadership in choreographed routines to music.
Spring Sports
Practices and/or games will be held for each
sport during the spring vacation.
Track & Field (Boys & Girls)
The track and field program at North offers diverse opportunities for
student athletes. Participation is available in a variety of events including
sprints, distance runs and field events. A no-cut policy is in effect for track.
Tennis (Girls)
The varsity and JV team consist of four singles players and eight players on
four doubles teams. Cuts are generally necessary at both levels.
Matches will be held at Lakefront Park.
Softball (Girls)
Varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams are selected through a tryout.
Cuts are usually necessary and the team plays at the stadium on campus.
Baseball (Boys)
Varsity, junior varsity and freshman teams are selected through a tryout.
Cuts are usually necessary and the team plays at the stadium on campus.
Soccer (Girls)
A varsity, junior varsity and freshman soccer program, gives approximately
eighteen players per team, an opportunity to participate against area teams.
Cuts are generally necessary at the varsity level and sometimes at the
sub-varsity level. The team plays on the Morningside soccer field and the
stadium field.
Lacrosse (Boys & Girls)
Varsity and junior varsity teams are offered for both boys and girls.
Cuts may be necessary depending on the level of interest. Games are played
at the stadium and practices are at Ferry Elementary (girls) and Parcells MS
(boys).
Golf (Boys)
This team is for those who have already demonstrated some skill in golf.
Generally there is a high turnout and tryouts are competitive.
Crew (Boys & Girls)
The teams row out of the Detroit Boat Club and are recognized during the
spring season.
This is a non-cut sport which introduces students
to crew through two new programs. We now have a Learn-to-Row and a Learn-to-Race
program as part of our Crew spring schedule to accommodate students that are at
a distinct disadvantage because they don't know how to row, much less race.
We'll introduce the student to the sport at a different pace and get
them ready to race in only novice races during the spring season.
Sailing (Boys & Girls)
The teams sail out of the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club and are recognized during
the spring season.
Managers, Statisticians, Student Athletic Trainers
Students are encouraged to serve in the capacity of manager, statistician or
student trainer. The student trainer will work under the direct supervision of a
certified athletic trainer in a capacity that fits the needs of a particular
team. Awards and certificates are awarded upon completion of a season and
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