Athletics

West Albany High School offers a full program of interscholastic athletics for all students.

Student-athletes are required to maintain at least a 2.0 accumulative GPA or be making continuous progress. Grades will be checked at 3-week intervals throughout the school year. Athletes who do not meet the requirements at the 6 week progress report will be on academic probation and must improve to a 2.0 to remain eligible. In addition, the OSAA requires students pass at least 5 classes the previous semester, be enrolled in and passing 5 classes at the time of competition, and be making satisfactory progress toward graduation. Any time athletes are found not passing 5 classes, they will be ineligible to compete until their grades improve. Grades will be checked and the athlete remains ineligible until they are found to be passing 5 classes. Individual coaches may require athletes to attend an athletic study hall if they are failing classes.

Athletic Participation

Athletic Participation Forms

Athletic Fees
No athletic fees for the 2025–26 school year.

Accident Insurance
Students in sports, Cheer, Hi-Steppers, clubs, or physical extracurriculars must carry personal medical/accident insurance. WAHS does not insure students for injuries.

Athletic Code of Conduct
Athletes must:
● Avoid drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and performance enhancers.
● Show respect for people and property.
● Follow the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook.

Violations & Consequences
● 1st Offense: 30% season suspension; may require counseling clearance.
● 2nd Offense: 60% season suspension; mandatory counseling; return requires written recommendation.
● 3rd Offense: Full suspension from WAHS athletics/activities for remainder of high school career.
● Being present where substances are used = violation (unless you leave promptly).
● Self-reporting before an incident = no penalty.
● Policy active 24/7, all school year.

Attendance Requirements
To participate in events, students must:
● Attend all classes on the day of performance/contest.

Exceptions:
1. Participation in a school-sponsored activity.
2. A prearranged appointment, verified with a note from the provider.

Plus: Must maintain 80%+ attendance rate to stay eligible for athletics/activities.

Fan Behavior
Fans must:
● Respect opponents, officials, and rules.
● Show self-control; no taunting or booing.

Inappropriate behavior = removal from the event. Positive support is encouraged and appreciated.

Athletic Letter Awards
To earn a varsity letter, students must:
● Complete all sport-specific requirements.
● Receive head coach recommendation.

Physical Exams
Required for all athletes, Cheer, Hi-Steppers, and athletic clubs:
● Must be completed before participation.
● Valid for 2 years.
● Use the Participation Permit form (available on the website).
● Doctor’s clearance required after serious injury.

Team Rules
All athletes must follow coach-issued team rules.
Violations may result in temporary or permanent suspension.

Coach Contact Info

Baseball – M. Johnston
Basketball, Men’s – D. Halvorson
Basketball, Women’s – S. Stinson
Cheerleading – M. Wadlow
Clay Target Team – J. Luke
Cross Country – B. Grunwald
Football – B. Mehl
Golf, Women’s – K. Backer
Golf, Men’s – J . Crow
Hi-Steppers – H. Barrett
Lacrosse, Women’s – I. Peña
Lacrosse, Men’s – TBD
Soccer, Men’s – K. Branigan
Soccer, Women’s – E. Jamison
Softball – D. Duman
Swimming – B. Dickerson
Tennis, Men’s – E. Ihde
Tennis, Women’s – C. Harrington
Track, Men’s – B. Wadlow
Track, Women’s – G. Flores
Unified Sports – TBD
Volleyball – M. Wallace
Water Polo, Men’s & Women’s – B. Dickerson
Wrestling – C. Horn

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Concussion Protocol and Information

ImPACT Testing is recommended for all freshman and junior athletes. More information is available here. ImPACT Testing must be arranged through the WAHS Athletic Trainer, Amy Evilsizer.

WAHS Concussion Protocol