For students in 6th through 12th grade, athletics are an integral part of the Yellowstone experience and an important extension of the classroom. Student-athletes are challenged to set goals, push beyond their comfort zones, and strive for their highest level of achievement while representing their school and teammates with pride, integrity, and sportsmanship. Academics always come first, and being part of a team means taking responsibility for both personal growth and the success of those around you.

Competition provides students with opportunities to develop character and learn lessons that extend far beyond the playing field. Through the demands of athletics, students build perseverance, self-control, determination, teamwork, and confidence. Whether they experience victory or defeat, our student-athletes learn to respond to challenges, grow from their experiences, and carry those lessons with them throughout their lives.

Upper School Athletics Philosophy