Interested in playing
a sport here at Walnut? Below, find everything you need to know about trying
out!
Check out our sports offerings. We offer
sports both school-sponsored and club sports year-round for all ages!
We offer sports both school-sponsored and club sports year-round for all ages!
Have an OHSAA Sports Physical
Must be VALID at the
time of tryouts
Your physical should
be valid for the duration of the sports season you are looking to participate
in. If it expires before the season concludes, you are expected to submit an
updated physical to be in compliance
If physicals lapse,
you will not be permitted to participate in practices/games/meets until a valid
physical is submitted
Physicals can be
uploaded directly into the Final Forms (preferred method), emailed to
walnutatc@gmail.com, faxed to 513-363-8447 or submitted in person to the main
office, athletic department offices or athletic training offices. Please avoid
handing directly to coaches when possible
There are no
exceptions to this expectation
This one-stop-shop
streamlines collecting, updating and tracking of documentation (physicals,
waivers, department forms) while protecting student data and complying with
privacy regulations.
All families will have
an account and be responsible for the completion of:
o
Register for sports of
interest
o
Submitting parent
forms
o
Submitting student forms
o
Uploading of physical
All forms must be
submitted (by both families and student) by the first contest in their
respective sport.
Please note that incoming families (new to
Walnut Hills) will not have accounts until the school year rollover occurs –
on/around July 1- so you will not be able to take care of this portion right
away.
Coaches
Contact
Program Directors are
the first point of contact for program specific inquiries. If you have any
sport specific questions (training dates, tryouts, etc.) please reach out
directly to the program director who will be able to answer questions/connect
you with the appropriate person within their program.
Athletics Participation Fee
The athletic participation fee allows us to
maintain the scope of programs we provide and offer students a wide variety of
opportunities in activities.
This
fee helps to cover the costs of transportation, supplies, tournament fees and a
number of other expenses that are no longer covered in the school district
budget.
The
payment will be paid online through Final Forms once the student has been selected
for a team
The registration and fee should be completed by the end of the first week after tryouts or before the first contest. A student athlete will not be eligible to compete in athletic contests until the fee has been received.
IMPORTANT: Please be aware that the fee does
NOT guarantee playing time, only the opportunity to be on the team if selected.
Families with concerns over the ability to pay
fees should contact the Athletic Director.
Sports Schedules
Sports schedules are
created based on space and team availability, within the windows of competition
as outlined by OHSAA.
There are games often on weekends or over holiday breaks. Please review game and practice commitments prior to tryouts.Vacations during a student-athlete’s season are strongly discouraged. Vacations are not excused absences. Student-Athletes are expected to attend all practices and contests from the beginning of mandatory tryouts/practices until the sport season concludes. This includes fall break, winter break and spring break, depending on the season in which a student-athletes is participating.
FAQ
Where can I get a Sports Physical?
Many local Urgent Care centers, Kroger Clinics, Walgreens, and CVS offer
same-day physicals (no appointment needed). You may also use your primary care
physician, but appointments can sometimes take longer—plan ahead. Be sure to
bring your OHSAA sports physical form with you.
Should I keep a copy of my physical?
Always make and keep
your own copy of your Sports Physical –this is why the parent upload into
FinalForms is the preferred method. If we do not receive it from your child, or
it is misplaced, you will need to provide another copy. A valid Sports Physical
must be on file before your child can try out or practice. If it cannot be
located, you may need to redo the exam at your own expense.
How do I know if my physical is still valid?
They are valid for 13
months following the completion by the physician. Verify via FinalForms or
email paquetj@cpsboe.k12.oh.us for more information!
When are tryouts?
While Athletics will
try to update the website with the most current tryout information, things are constantly
changing. Please contact the Program Director for the most current information.
What if I don’t make the team?
Athletics
Participation Fees should not be done until after team selection. Students who
quit after the deadline for the payment of fees (the first contest for their
respective sport) will NOT have the fee refunded.
Where can I find game schedules?
Games for the upcoming
school year will be available no later than July 1. Each team has their
respective page on the website, game schedules for each level can be found
there. Additionally, game schedules can be found here: Walnut Hills
Schedule (select the sport in question to see the schedule)
