Athletics

Upper School Athletics

One of Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School’s goals is to encourage students to explore and appreciate their own physical potential and to recognize their responsibility to a team by participation in interscholastic competition.

The athletic program at Cranbrook Kinsgwood is meant to contribute to this goal by providing a supportive, nurturing and challenging program of interscholastic athletics and vibrant after-school activity program. Desirable outcomes include the development of skills, both general and sport specific, teamwork, self-discipline, pride, loyalty, tolerance, respect for others, confidence, perseverance, sportsmanship and citizenship.

Program Goals

Progress in sequential sport skills, physical, mental and emotional development.
Attain a level of fitness necessary for sport.
Develop a positive mental attitude and strong sense of self.
Develop personal management skills.
Develop personal goals and a plan for attaining those goals.
Understand rules and concepts relevant to sport.
Strive for playing excellence and experience the value of team play.
Experience the benefits of teamwork, self-discipline, loyalty, tolerance and perseverance.
Value good sportsmanship, respect others, and exhibit fair play as a participant.
Participate regularly and value the role of physical activity in the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.