Athletics
Tempe Elementary Schools is committed to providing a positive athletics experience for all of our middle school student athletes through the Tempe Athletic Conference (TAC).
Our Athletics Program proudly features:
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No cost to participate for all district students (uniforms, equipment provided)
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Broad range of sports including baseball, flag football, basketball, soccer, softball, coed cross country, track and field, and spiritline
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Students compete against teams from across Arizona and the Southwest
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Development teams and clinics for students of all athletic ability levels, from club level players to those who have never played a sport before.
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Mentorship Program that supports all student athletes
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Focused on students' success in and out of the classroom (Students are required to obtain a minimum passing grade of C or higher in all classes to be athletically eligible.)
Sports by Season
Tryouts start the week of August 3, 2026. Students must have a completed Sports Physical completed prior to trying out for a team. The Athletics Calendar includes sports physical opportunities.
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Quarter 1 |
Quarter 2 | Quarter 3 | Quarter 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girls Volleyball | Boys Basketball | Co-Ed Cross Country | Co-Ed Soccer |
| Boys Baseball | Girls Softball | Girls Basketball | |
| Spiritline | Co-Ed Flag Football* |
*PLEASE NOTE: If there is an extreme weather alert for heat, regular season games will be canceled and not rescheduled.
In addition to these sports, a district-wide track and field meet is also held annually for all middle school athletes who would like to participate.
Important Links:
- Sports Physicals and Required Forms
- Core Classes and Physical Education
- McKemy Events Calendar (includes Athletics)
Contact Us
Email Bianca Todd
Head of Athletics
(480) 730-7153
Email Lance Dunlop
Project Manager - Physical Education and Community Service
(480) 730-7170