The mission of the Georgetown Day School Athletic Program is to provide athletes with the opportunity to electively represent the school and compete interscholastically in a wide variety of sports. It is our hope that each athlete will experience the challenges and triumphs that are unique to sport. GDS athletics provide a supportive atmosphere in which coaches challenge the intellectual and physical abilities of our athletes, foster strength of character, and encourage concern for others. It is our goal that the athletic experience of each student will be framed within a context that instills self-discipline, dedication, pride in performance, respect for others, and a lifelong love of sport.

Athletics Purpose

Athletics at Georgetown Day School are an integral part of the educational experience. All students are encouraged to participate in the athletic program at the level most challenging to them. The goals of the athletic program are as follows:

• to field competitive teams within the Independent School League (ISL) and the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAC) that bring pride to the GDS community
• to develop the ability to set realistic but challenging individual and team goals
• to develop respect and appreciation for teammates, coaches, opponents, and officials
• to develop self-discipline and a commitment to personal and team excellence
• to exhibit good sportsmanship at all athletic contests
• to have a coordinated 7th-12th grade athletic program
• to be a part of the GDS community
• to balance athletics with academics

Coaches work with individuals and teams to improve and promote good character and leadership. It is our intent to encourage personal and athletic growth through competitive athletics. We take great pride in our athletic program and want all players to experience the feeling of a job well done.

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