Basketball student competes against a rivalry team.
This past school year was an exciting year in athletics at Yellowstone Schools! Not only were competition and engagement levels at an all-time high, but this was the very first time in Yellowstone’s history that varsity sports were offered, and students rose to meet the challenge.
Students view being on a varsity team as an honor, taking ownership of their roles and holding each other accountable. They helped one another stay on track with their grades so that no one fell behind, and encouraged and challenged each other to levels they didn’t know they could reach.
“Stepping out of your comfort zone—that’s what athletics is all about,” says Tremayne Johnson, Yellowstone’s athletic director. “When students are challenged to learn a new skill or a new technique, they build essential motivation and discipline, and begin to realize that they are, in fact, capable of growing.” And this growth leads to confidence—not only in the sports they play, but also in their academic careers and personal lives.
Mr. Johnson says the best part of this year was seeing the joy in both the students and the coaches: “We’re building something real here, and it’s beautiful to see.”
Keep reading to see how each team performed!
One of the girls basketball team members takes a shot!
Basketball—The girls’ middle school basketball team not only finished the season undefeated, but they were also runners-up in the regional championship game. The lower school team also finished undefeated, and all Yellowstone basketball teams made it to the playoffs!
Members of our track team pose for a picture before a race!
Track—Students trained hard this season, and two of them, ninth-graders Deon and Airiel, made it to the state track meet! Airiel is ranked twelfth in the state, and Deon placed first in the 100 and 200 meter races! What’s more, after his performance at the meet, he was asked to join a summer track team!
Volleyball team member dives for the ball!
Volleyball —Both middle and high school volleyball teams retained 100% of their players by maintaining high grades. They strengthened their teamwork and communication skills while finishing 16 games this season!
The cheer and dance team performs at one of the basketball games.
Cheer & Dance —The lower school cheer team won the “Most Spirited” award in their first cheer competition, the upper school performed at two parades, and the middle school was awarded “Most Spirited” at the championship game! Altogether, they cheered at over 25 games this season.
Learn more about Yellowstone Schools athletics by clicking here.