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Freshman Athletic Goals

Freshman athletics will be an introductory course in Athletics at Merced High School. The goal of freshman athletics at Merced High is to begin to develop the complete Student Athlete and to instill the joy of competition and sport. Frosh rosters will be as large as possible. Communication will begin with the student athletes and their parents on the transition from recreation sports/city leagues into the more comprehensive and competitive CIF/High School sports structure. Significant emphasis on fundamentals will be stressed that will enable the individual to climb the ranks within a program. It is important to understand that the progress and development of the student athlete will take precedent over winning. Student athletes will be introduced to time management and study skills that will assist them in maximizing their academic potential while participating in their respective sports. Student athletes will also be introduced to the sequence and four year map to attain NCAA qualification.