The fundamental philosophy of the All Saints Catholic School Athletic Department is to develop the talents of young men and women through competitive amateur athletics while maintaining a strong sense of Christian principles and good sportsmanship. The contests the student athletes compete in are GAMES, and as such, should be fun for the participators and spectators alike. Winning is a worthwhile goal and purpose when viewed in the proper perspective.
Great emphasis will be placed on building teamwork, execution, respect and discipline rather than on the event outcome. The athletic department of ASCS is a vital, contributing part of the total educational system. The rules of the classroom regarding success, desire, integrity and perseverance are applicable during competition.
More information for all athletic programs can be found at the Dallas Parochial League.
Use of the name 'All Saints' or 'All Saints Eagles' is permitted by only those teams participating in All Saints Catholic School or Diocesan sanctioned leagues or events. The school administration strongly encourages and promotes school spirit, however, the school cannot govern or accept responsibility for All Saints or All Saints Eagles identified teams that participate in non-diocesan organizations. Therefore, teams participating in these non-diocesan organizations (i.e., YMCA, PSA, PBA, etc.) are not allowed to use the All Saints or All Saints Eagles school/team names. All ASCS teams are to be known as the 'All Saints Eagles'. All teams must play under the school's blue, red and white colors. All teams will use the EAGLE as their mascot.
Parents or legal guardians must sign a form or roster indicating their approval for the athlete to play. A yearly physical examination by a certified physician and medical history report must be submitted to the school office for every student athlete. The extent of medical examinations and/or specific medical tests will be communicated to parents on an annual basis. The school will provide the medical forms that need to be completed.
The Athletic Director will determine the number of teams per grade based upon the number of registered students and availability of coaches. The Athletic Director determines selection of head coaches on a year to year basis. The head coach may select assistant coaches after team formation and are likewise on a year to year basis. All registered students for football or track participate as one 'Junior Varsity' grade 5/6 Team or grade 7/8 team. At the end of each session, both Varsity and Junior Varsity teams will have post-season play tournaments.
Grades 5 and 6 Program: The emphasis of this program will be on education, participation and development. The Athletic Director and head coaches will conduct an annual draft. The Athletic Director will divide equally registered students to form teams.
Grades 7 and 8 Program: The emphasis of this program is on development through competition. Registered students will be placed on a predetermined number of teams after participating in a 'try out' judged by an outside coaching source(s). The Athletic Director and outside coaching source(s) are the only adults permitted to attend try-outs. The level of competition (division I/II) will be determined by the try-out. The Athletic Director will select head coaches after try-outs and team formations.
Sportsmanship - ASCS holds the principle of good sportsmanship paramount in athletic competition. All coaches, student athletes, parents and fans should exhibit attitudes and behaviors that reflect good sportsmanship. ASCS incorporates a fight-free, hands-off and no put down policy. We will not permit any athletic department participants or spectators to heckle, jeer, demean or ridicule any opposing team member or official. It is the responsibility of the coaches, parents and ASCS staff members to prevent and prohibit any such unsportsmanlike conduct. Inappropriate behavior by coaches, student athletes, parents or spectators may result in suspension from future athletic contests.