Spartan Athletics

• Athletic Program Mission - At Sayre, playing a sport goes well beyond wins, losses and the accumulation of skills or recognition. We understand the potential that athletic participation teaches invaluable life lessons. In addition to reaching, one’s potential as an athlete, we also work to cultivate positive values, meaningful character development, teamwork, time management, resiliency and the value of sacrifice and commitment. Through both success and failure, and along with other meaningful challenges that athletes face, our student athletes can expect a rich and rewarding experience.
• Open Participation - We encourage every student that attends Sayre to play at least one sport. Any student with the desire to play and a willingness to make the necessary commitment to a team is welcome regardless of experience or skill level. At Sayre, we do not routinely hold try outs or make cuts unless a team or program has space or other limitations that necessitate limiting numbers.
• The Ability to Play Multiple Sports - Playing more than one sport is commonplace at Sayre and as a result, we can offer our students a wide array of competitive athletic options. Even with the demanding academic and athletic schedules, our students routinely manage to excel both in the classroom and with their respective teams. In fact, many of our student athletes would tell you that their grades improve when they are playing a sport. Improved focus and time management skills are exercised during any athletic season.
• Competition - Our teams play in competitive schedule and routinely test themselves against some of the best teams in the state of Kentucky. Our teams train hard, are well coached and expect success.
• Resources - Our training and athletic facilities are first rate and offer our student athletes every opportunity to excel in their chosen sport.
• The Next Level - Many of our student athletes have athletic aspirations that extend beyond High School. At Sayre, our athletes have a tremendous track record and often go on to compete for colleges across the country. In 2023, 15% of the senior class signed letters of intent to compete athletically at the next level.

What We Offer

• Numerous athletic programs in Lower School, Middle School and Upper School
• Competitive opportunities in multiple leagues and tournaments throughout the year
• Meaningful character development, teamwork, and resiliency
• Talented and dedicated coaching staff who are committed to helping athletes reach their potential and learn to achieve both on and off the field

Lower School Programs

Our lower school athletic programs are centered around participation, skill development and cultivating a joy for sports. Sayre provides information to families about local youth programs and camps. Sayre partners with other local and national youth organizations to offer after school programs such as Girls On The Runs and USTA tennis clinics. Our Future Spartans basketball program offers a unique opportunity for younger athletes to work closely with Upper School
students in a fun, participatory environment. Teams play in the winter months and are comprised of 1st – 5th grade Sayre girls and boys. Our Multi Sports Camps and Future Spartans programs are instructional and take place throughout the year. Girls On The Run (GOTR) and our USTA tennis clinics are after school programs that take place 1-2 times per week in the fall and the spring. We recently added a cheer program that meets twice a week during the fall and winter.
Participants have the opportunity to cheer at football and basketball games.

Middle School Programs

In Middle School our athletic programs shift to an interscholastic model. Starting in 5th grade, we begin to develop students into student-athletes by prioritizing the balance of academics and athletics. Teachers and coaches work together throughout the season to ensure the success of student-athletes academically. Winning games and matches are desirable, but building skill sets and having a positive environment is our greater emphasis. Beginning of 7th grade, with approval from the coach and Director of Athletics, athletes may have the opportunity to compete at the high school level in x-country, golf, basketball, tennis, cheer, soccer, lacrosse, swimming, diving, track, and baseball.

Upper School Programs

Sayre Upper School is a member of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) and as such competes in the 42nd District, 11th Regional, Statewide tournaments, and All A which is a mid-season statewide tournament of smaller “A” sized schools. Sayre offers a broad range of individual and team sports. Many of our teams offer a JV and varsity team and are open to all students regardless of skill and ability. Sayre strives to provide the best coaching, facilities, and equipment possible to provide the best opportunity for success. At Sayre, we encourage students to participate in as many sports as possible.

 Student-Athlete Participation Agreement

 Parent Athletic Agreement

 Sayre Athletic Code

 Transportation Rules and Guidelines

 Sayre Emergency Action Plan (EAP) - Gym

 Sayre EAP - SAC

 Sayre EAP - Adjunct Locations

 Sayre Mental Health Management Plan

 Sayre Concussion Policy

 Student Injury Report

 KHSAA Form