Rowland Hall Athletics

Athletics and academics at Rowland Hall are intentionally designed to work together. We expect students to strive for excellence in the classroom and in competition, and athletic participation is rooted in academic responsibility. Student-athletes must meet Utah High School Activities Association scholastic eligibility standards, and coaches work closely with students to support strong habits, balance commitments, and keep academics at the center of the experience.

Athletics are a central part of student life at Rowland Hall, with approximately 70% of middle and upper school students participating in school sports. Students compete in well-established programs that emphasize development and competitive opportunity.

Participation in athletics at Rowland Hall comes with clear expectations around effort, responsibility, and teamwork. Student-athletes are asked to commit fully to their team(s), including by attending regular practices and competitions, and to approach their sport(s) with a positive attitude and willingness to work hard.

Yes. Students who aspire to compete beyond high school are supported through expert coaching and long-term athletic development while at Rowland Hall. Our alumni go on to compete in collegiate athletics and at the highest levels of their sports.

Rowland Hall’s Middle School athletics program welcomes students of all experience levels, supporting their growth through broad participation. At the Upper School level, we strive to include as many students as possible, but some programs may require tryouts to maintain a competitive and developmentally appropriate experience. In those cases, commitment and attitude are considered alongside skill as we work to balance participation with program integrity.

Playing time and development vary by level of play. At the Middle School level, focus is on participation and camaraderie within teams as students learn the tools required to be a successful student-athlete. At the freshman and junior varsity levels, emphasis is on growth and experience, with athletes who demonstrate consistent effort and preparation receiving opportunities to play. At the varsity level, playing time is more closely tied to competition and team needs. Across all levels, athletes are expected to meet shared standards of commitment and respect, which influence participation and team culture.

Students may participate in more than one sport across different seasons. Participating in two sports during the same season is rarely permitted due to scheduling conflicts and fairness to teammates. In cases where a student does wish to play two sports in one season, approval from the athletic director and both coaches is required.

Students may also combine athletics with another school activity, such as theatre, debate, or music. These students are expected to communicate early with all supervisors involved. If schedules cannot be reasonably aligned, students may be asked to make a choice to ensure commitments are met.