Athletics

Cardinal Gibbons High School solely uses FinalForms online management of medical history and physicals to protect student privacy, compliance for athlete eligibilty, and provide our coaches and training staff with up-to-date medical information. Parents self-manage their account, download forms, upload new physicals, and update information (i.e. insurance) as it changes. All student-athletes must register in the appropriate place (and renew in July for each school year), per Athletic Department instructions.

A current physical (less than one-year-old) must be uploaded to the appropriate place and approved by the Cardinal Gibbons Athletic Staff prior to the first day of tryouts. Under no circumstances shall a student try out for a team without a current physical on file in FinalForms and “cleared” which will show in all green. When a student-athlete physical nears expiration you will receive a notification from the Athletic Staff to renew.

• Complete and upload all forms. A physical examination form – less than one-year-old is required by NCHSAA.
• Keep all uniforms and equipment issued to him/her in good condition. Return all such items at the end of the season or pay for missing items.
• Inform parents of practice, game and transportation schedules and any changes in these schedules.
• Maintain the required academic, disciplinary and attendance standards of eligibility.
• Inform parents of estimated time of arrival home from away games.
• Maintain high standards of sportsmanlike conduct

Students are expected to pay for shoes, socks, and any incidentals as well as lodging and meals at all away games.

Out of concern for the health of student-athletes and the time commitment, athletes may not participate in more than one sport per season. Individual exceptions to this rule are at the Head of School’s discretion, Athletic Director, and respective coaches.

A student involved in one sport may not begin practice for the next season’s sport until the first season has been completed. An athlete who quits a team may not practice with another team until the original team’s regular season has been completed. 

It is the coach’s paramount responsibility to maintain the health and safety of all athletes under his/her care. For minor injuries, routine First Aid will be administered. As necessary, the student will be referred to an athletic trainer. In all cases, the parents/guardians are notified, and their wishes must be followed.

Athletes who are under a physician’s care must follow the physician’s orders as to when he/she may resume participation with a signed “Return to Play” form by a physician.

Practices are held daily and last for 1.5-2.5 hours depending on the specific sport. Practice schedules are given by the respective coaches in any format they employ: electronic, verbal, and or athletic website. Unforeseen circumstances may warrant changes in the schedule. It is the coach’s responsibility to inform parents as well as athletes.

No practice or contest can be scheduled on Sundays, per the NCHSAA. On days when school is closed due to inclement weather, practices and games are not held. In the event that inclement weather falls on a holiday or weekend activities are scheduled, the Head of School will make a decision about scheduled activities or events.

The Athletic Department, in conjunction with the Athletic Association, sponsors recognition events that recognize the achievements of the student-athletes and the program.

Athletic Transportation

This policy is established to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all student-athletes while maintaining consistency and accountability.

School-Provided Transportation

When the school arranges transportation for athletic events, student-athletes are required to travel with the team to and from the designated venue. Exceptions to this requirement will be considered only with prior approval from the school in accordance with established procedures.

Parent/Guardian Transportation

Parents or legal guardians may assume responsibility for transporting their child home from an away competition, provided that explicit, event-specific consent is submitted in advance. This provision exists to support athlete recovery, accommodate family schedules, and safeguard student health in light of extended travel times.

Consent Requirements

• Written consent must be submitted in advance in accordance with school procedures.

• Verbal consent at the event site will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Student Drivers

Student-athletes are strictly prohibited from transporting other students to or from athletic events. This restriction is in place to reduce risk and to uphold the school’s duty of care for all participants.

Uniforms are provided by the school and are the property of the school.

New uniforms are purchased approximately every five years according to a rotating schedule.