Athletics

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Athletics Department currently manages and supports 40 seasonal athletic programs available for GRPS scholars in kindergarten through 12^th grade.

Our Vision for Athletics

Grand Rapids Public Schools will create educational opportunities and experiences, through athletics, that will enhance scholar achievement, scholar development, and school culture.

Why Participate in Athletics?

As a district, we believe that the participation in athletic programs is essential for scholars to develop teamwork and self-discipline while building self-confidence - skills that help prepare scholars for the real world. We strive to provide an environment where our scholars are encouraged to learn new skills, dedicated to practicing those skills, and rewarded for their hard work. Athletics allows scholars to build positive relationships with their peers by learning sportsmanship in competition.

Athletic Programs

Athletic programs are available to scholars at all of our schools. To learn more about what athletic programs are offered by grade, please review the elementary, middle, and high school athletic pages by clicking the buttons below. You can also contact your school directly for more information about athletic programming at a specific school or throughout the district.

Elementary Athletics Middle School Athletics High School Athletics

District Athletic News & Events

Union Softball Builds Around Depth and Defense in the OK Green

The Union Redhawks softball team is heading into the new season with a roster full of versatile athletes, something both the coaches and players believe will be a game-changer this spring.

Step by Step, Swing by Swing: Bengals Softball Building Momentum

The Ottawa Hills Bengals open the season with a sense of stability and confidence that has been a work in progress over the last couple of years.

Redhawks serve up talent and teamwork

At Union High School, the girls’ tennis team has become a close-knit group of friends, teammates, and rising competitors ready to give their all on the court.

Balancing singles and doubles, Ottawa Hills tennis finds its identity

The Ottawa Hills Bengals girls’ tennis team is entering the season focused on improving their game and strengthening their connection as a team.

Ottawa Hills Bengals prepare to take the green

As the spring season tees off, the Ottawa Hills boys’ golf team is quietly positioning itself as a contender in the conference.

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Support Elementary & Middle School Athletics

Through the generous gifts from the Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation donors, Great Sports, Great Kids provides youth sports programming for elementary and middle school scholars across the district.

Learn more about our Great Sports, Great Kids Program