You can download the NUSD Sports Physical Form here.

Yes! Sports physicals are required every year and must be dated after May 1, 2025 for the 2025-26 school year.

Yes. If you are transferring from another high school, please email the Athletic Director to complete NCS transfer paperwork.

All paperwork must be submitted online via Home Campus. Please do not bring physical copies to the office.

Student-athletes must follow NUSD’s attendance policies, including:

• BP 5113: Absences and Excuses
• BP 5113.1: Chronic Absence and Truancy

Daily Attendance Requirement:

• Athletes must attend at least 50% of the school day to be eligible to participate in a game, match, or competition that same day.
  

For events held on a Saturday, athletes must meet the attendance requirement on the preceding Friday.

Seasons of sport – You are only allowed to participate in one sport per season.

Practice Details:

• Frequency: 5–6 days per week
• Duration: Practices typically last 1.5–2 hours each day
• Additional Training: Outside training, such as conditioning and skill work, will also be expected
• Preparedness: Players must come prepared mentally and physically to compete at a high level

Are student-athletes required to participate during school holidays or breaks?
Yes. Each program may have its own specific requirements, but student-athletes are generally expected to attend games and practices scheduled during holidays or school breaks.

Attendance Consequences:

• Missing a game or practice can result in loss of playing time.
• Repeated absences or failure to meet program expectations may lead to being removed from the team.

All athletes are expected to plan accordingly and prioritize their commitment to the team.

All student-athletes must meet the following requirements to participate in school athletics:

• Minimum GPA: A student must maintain a 2.0 GPA each grading period to remain eligible.
• Academic Probation:
  • If a student’s GPA falls below 2.0, they may be placed on academic probation—only if their previous grading period GPA was 2.0 or higher.
  • Probation allows continued participation until the next grading period, when eligibility is reviewed again.
• Course Load: Students must be enrolled in and passing a minimum of 20 semester credits (4 classes).
• Ineligible Athletes:
  • Athletes who are academically ineligible and do not qualify for an academic waiver may practice with their team, but cannot compete in games or competitions.

Program Expectations:
Novato Athletics is a competitive program, not a recreational or CYO league. Participation requires a significant commitment to team practices, matches, and tournaments. Players who make the team are expected to fully commit to the schedule and demands of the program.

Email msmith1@nusd.org for any athletics-related questions.