Student Athletic Opportunities

Fairview Middle School is proud to offer 14 athletic programs to our students. A list of all of our programs, coaches, contact information, try-out dates, and seasons can be found below. Please feel free to ask our staff any questions.

About FMS Athletics

Conferences: FMS is a part of 2 Athletic Conferences. Our main conference is the MTAC conference. This conference includes football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, golf, and volleyball. Our wrestling team competes in a wrestling only conference called the MCAC conference. We also have several sports that are not included in either of these two conferences, but instead complete an individual schedule and even compete at the state level in the TMSAA. These sports include cross country, tennis, and track and field.

TMSAA: FMS is a member of the Tennessee Middle School Athletic Association. The TMSAA will follow these rules and guidelines in every sport.

Sports physicals: Every student athlete must have a sports physical before they can participate in try-outs or participate in any team practices. Please have your physician fill out form linked above for your child to be eligible. Also please try to have your physical scheduled during the summer to prohibit the delays in their ability to participate. Please see below for academic eligibility playing time, and transportation.

Academic Eligibility: The Williamson County Board of Education has set our grading policy of eligibility of student athletes. all student athletes must maintain a 70 or better in all academic classes. Grades will be checked every week for all student athletes. If students fall below 70 or receive an overall grade of incomplete, they will have one week to bring their grades to satisfactory. If they fail to do so, they will be put on probation where they may practice but not dress out and participate in the games. The student becomes eligible again when all grades reach 70. If a student receives below a 70 on their report card for the nine weeks, they are suspended from all athletics (practices and games) until the next report card (9 weeks).

Playing Time: Fairview Middle School does not have a guaranteed playing time policy. It is the decision of each coach who plays and how much. Please do not question a coach about playing time. The Fairview Recreation programs have an equitable playing policy if you are not satisfied with the amount of game time your student athlete is receiving.

Transportation: Transportation is not provided for all sports due to early game times and money constraints. Parents are expected to provide transportation to and from all games when a bus is not provided. Coaches are not allowed to organize carpools for liability reasons. Due to this, parent support is needed to get our athletes to and from athletic contests.

Sports Physical Process

In order to be eligible to tryout and participate in athletic programs or activities, all athletes must have a valid physical on file with the athletic Director and complete all mandatory electronic forms through the Final Forms online program. The Final Forms program can be accessed through the Williamson County Schools FinalForms online dashboard. For parents and students new to Williamson County Schools, access to the FinalForms dashboard can be obtained by contacting the FMS Faculty and Staff athletic director or coaches. You can find their contact information on the Athletics page.

Complete information regarding athletics can be found at the Williamson County Schools district website athletics department.

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COVID Information

There are a number of professional medical organizations* that collaborate to develop the Pre-Participation Physical Examination (PPE) Form which is the standard form used by medical providers when conducting a pre-participation physical for TSSAA athletes. Periodically, the form is revised and TSSAA subsequently replaces the form on the TSSAA website with the most current version. Recently, these medical organizations made adjustments to the form to ensure that a previously confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis and vaccination history are included with the student’s health history questions and discussed with the student’s medical provider.

The TSSAA website has been updated to include the revised forms which include the questions about COVID-19. While we encourage everyone to use this form moving forward, students who have already completed their pre participation physicals do not need a new physical on this new form in order to be compliant with TSSAA Bylaws. The use of this form will make it much more likely that the physician has taken into consideration a previous COVID 19 diagnosis when determining whether or not to clear an athlete for full participation in sports.

*American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine.

Select a sport below to see more information about it:

Baseball

Expectations

It is a requirement that all baseball players recognize themselves as student athletes with the word “student” coming before the word “athlete”. The following is a list of expectations that all baseball players are expected to comply with.

You shall represent the Fairview Middle School Baseball Program in a positive manner in school and out of school.
You shall be honest with yourself, parents, coaches, and teachers if mistakes OR bad choices are made-Do Not Lie.
Players shall NOT conduct themselves in a manner that puts our school or baseball program in a negative light. This includes but is not limited to any negative interactions with teachers, students (whether FMS students or not), teammates, adults within the community, employers, and any alleged criminal activity.
You shall have the utmost respect for the administration, teachers, substitute teachers, other school employees, and peers.
You shall strive to obtain the best grades possible. You shall seek out extra help from teachers, if needed, prior to your grades becoming a subject of concern. Baseball will not last forever, education is paramount.
Students whose grades in any of the four (4) academic subjects (History, Math, Science, English) fall below 70 for the nine-week grading period will be placed on probation. Students on probation may practice, but not play in games. As soon as the grade has improved to an average of 70 or above, the student will be allowed to participate on the team, except that a student shall not play for at least 1 week after being placed on probation. Any student whose grade does not improve to an average of 70 or above in each of the four academic subjects by the mid-term progress report, that student will be suspended from participation until the next nine-week grading period.
Your behavior shall be a model for other students to follow in the classroom.
There will be no excuse for negative academic performance within the control of the student athlete or negative behavior within the classroom.
Student behavior will be monitored throughout the school year. While mistakes are inevitable, athletes will be held accountable for the poor choices they may make inside and outside of school.

Tryouts

Baseball tryouts are held in the fall prior to the start of the spring season. The number/duration of tryout days depend on the amount of students trying out for the sport. Tryouts will be conducted by the Fairview Middle and High School baseball coaching staff. Players will be evaluated on all aspects of the game including performance in the classroom. Being that Baseball players will be held in high regard, the coaching staff may also rely on faculty for insight into whether or not a particular student athlete would serve as a good role model for peers.

Schedule

During the season, baseball players will either participate in practices or games AT LEAST 4 days per week. Practices will always follow the final bell and usually be about 2 hours long. While there is a possibility of transportation being provided to baseball players to games, it is the responsibility of the player/parent(s)/guardian to arrange for transportation to and from practice/games. The regular season schedule will take place from the end of February to early May. Any Postponed/Rescheduled games/practices will be communicated to all parents/players as soon as possible.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Baseball season, please contact the front office.

Basketball (Boys)

Expectations

All basketball players are expected to engage in a rigorous process of excellence laid out with clear standards and expectations. This process of excellence enhances character, empowering each young man to become all they can be on the court and in life. All will be expected to be leaders in the classroom, both in grades and conduct. Anyone not meeting expectations will be subject to appropriate discipline.

Tryouts

Tryouts will be held in September for Junior Varsity and Varsity teams.
Tryouts will be held in May for summer basketball activities.

Schedule

Practice will begin the first week of October, and continue until the end of our last tournament, which could potentially be mid-February. Games begin the last week of October and we play two a week on average.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Boys’ Basketball season, please contact Coach Joe Brown.

Basketball (Girls)

Expectations

The mission of our Fairview Middle School Girls Basketball Program is to represent our school community at the highest level on and off the court. Each player is expected to work hard athletically and academically consistently on a daily basis. We will be respectful, responsible, and give our best effort in all situations.

Tryouts

Girl Basketball tryouts are held each spring for the following school year. For two days, the participants practice dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense skills in front of the Head Coach and his Assistants.

If interested in trying out for the girls’ basketball team, they must contact the head basketball coach, Mason Floyd.

Schedule

During the season, the girls basketball team will practice at least five days a week depending on how many games are scheduled. The majority of practices will be during the week. Regular season games will be on most Mondays and Thursdays between October 26th and February 9th. The schedule will change for postponed games.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Girls’ Basketball season, please contact Coach Mason Floyd.

Cheerleading

Expectations

Cheerleaders are expected to maintain excellent grades and behavior before, during, and after the cheer season. Violation of either of these expectations could result in loss of playing time or other consequences per coach’s discretion.

Tryouts

Cheerleader tryouts are held each Spring for the following school year. For three days, the participants practice floor cheers, sideline cheers, dances, and jumps. On the fourth day, tryouts are performed in front of judges.

Schedule

Cheerleaders will practice two times per week during football season and once per week during basketball season, depending on how many games are scheduled. The squad also has a short practice before each game. The football season begins in August and ends first week of October. Basketball starts towards the end of October and ends around the beginning of January.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 cheerleading season, please contact Coach Don Bufalini.

Cross-Country

Expectations

All athletes participating in cross country are expected to maintain high academic achievement and be leaders in their classrooms. Athletes should always be in good standing with their teachers and administration in regard to school discipline.

Tryouts

There will be tryouts for cross country the first week of school. Tryouts may only be necessary if large numbers of athletes come out to participate. Otherwise, anyone who wants to be a part of the cross country team can participate.

Schedule

Cross Country season begins the second week of August and continues as late as the first week in October depending on individual and team performance in TMSAA qualifying meets.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Cross Country season, please contact Coach Rebecca Singer (girls) or Coach Ryan Pett (boys).

Football

Expectations

Football players are expected to maintain excellent grades and behavior before, during, and after season. Violation of either of these expectations could result in loss of playing time or other consequences per coach’s discretion. We are expected to represent FMS at a high level on and off the field. Players are expected to make each practice. If your player is going to miss practice, this needs to be communicated to the Football head coach Ron King prior to being absent from practice. Missing practice will result in reduced playing time, or removal of the team. Each player shall treat all other players, coaching staff, and teaching staff with respect and encouragement. The Coaching staff will treat each player with respect and encouragement.

Tryouts

No tryouts. If your player can do the work and keep expectations, they make the team.

Schedule

Season games will be on most Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1st week of August to the 1st week of October. Junior Varsity will typically play on Tuesday nights and Varsity Thursday nights. Practice schedules will be handed out or emailed for the month. Communication will be provided by email with any changes.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 football season, please contact Coach Ron King.

Golf

Expectations

Golfers are expected to maintain excellent grades and behavior before, during, and after the golf season. Violations of either of these expectations could result in loss of playing time or other consequences per coach’s discretion.

Tryouts

Golf tryouts are held each Spring/Summer for the following school year. For one day, the participants practice on the driving range using different clubs, then practice on the putting green showing their skills.

Schedule

During the season, golfers will practice at least once a week depending on how many matches are scheduled. The season begins in August and ends in September. Matches could be any day of the week.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Golf season, please contact Coach Susan Hughes.

Soccer (Boys)

Expectations

Boys’ soccer players are expected to maintain excellent grades and behavior before, during, and after the soccer season. Violation of either of these expectations could result in loss of playing time or other consequences per coach’s discretion.

Tryouts

Boys’ soccer tryouts are held at the end of winter or beginning of spring season of the school year. For three to four days, the participants take part in different soccer drills such as ball possession, defense, attack, long kicks, 1 v 1, speed, etc., to help them standout to be selected for the team. At the end of the fourth day, a list will be posted for those who made the team.

Schedule

During the season, boys’ soccer will practice every day of the week from Monday to Friday except on game days, inclement weather, or otherwise announced by the coach. The season begins in February and ends in May.

Regular season and non-conference games are usually played on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays with a total of at least 10 games. Playdates and Championship games are played on Saturdays from around 8:00am–3:00 pm. The schedule will change for postponed games and updates communicated through email or announcement.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Boys’ Soccer season, please contact Coach Alfred Takop.

Soccer (Girls)

Expectations

Lady Falcon’s Soccer Players are expected to represent their school, their community and themselves everyday both on and off the field. They shall respect themselves, their coaching staff, their teachers, their teammates and their parents at all times. Lady Falcons are expected to maintain a high academic standard. We expect a hard work ethic and the never quit attitude. We will achieve this by respecting ourselves, respecting our teammates, respecting our coaches, respecting our fans, and respecting those we compete against. We will strive to become a better soccer player at every opportunity we have around the game, whether that be at practice or in a game.

Tryouts

Tryouts for the 2023 season will be announced at a later time.

Schedule

This Girls’ Soccer schedule will be announced soon!

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023 soccer season, please email coach Jeffrey Perez.

Softball

Expectations

Lady Falcon softball player is expected to represent Fairview Middle school at all times. A student athlete meets criteria in the classroom and on the field. A player acknowledges that performance in both areas will determine her success as a teammate. It is the players responsibility to be at all practices and games on time. Being tardy and/or leaving early without having approval from the head coach is deemed an unexcused absence.

Tryouts

Lady Falcon Softball Team tryouts are typically held late January/early February and are open to students in grades 6th, 7th, and 8th. Announcements will be made to students and information will be placed in the school newsletter notifying students and parents of the opportunity to try out.
It is a WCS policy that all athletes must have a current sports physical on file. A sports physical is approved by a physician before the set tryout date and shall remain current throughout the entire season.

Schedule

Practices/Conditioning will begin once team is selected.
Games are scheduled both home and away during the months of March through May.

Team Goals

Develop and promote skill advancement of all players for every facet of the game.
Develop and encourage effective communication with coaches, parents and players while ensuring courtesy is shown for faculty, umpires, official, teammates and opponents.
Promote healthy competition and encourage players to aspire to a higher level of play.
Emphasize teamwork, skill development, leadership and personal growth.

Contact

For questions about the 2023–2024 softball season, please contact Coach Russ Long.

Tennis

Expectations

All athletes on the FMS tennis team are expected to maintain high academic achievement and be leaders in their classrooms. Athletes should always be in good standing with their teachers and administration regarding school discipline. Athletes are expected to give their best effort, be respectful and represent our school and community well. Violation of these expectations could result in loss of playing time or other consequences at the coach’s discretion.

Tryouts

Practices for the 2023 season will begin Monday, July 24^th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Tryouts may only be necessary if large numbers of athletes come out to participate.

Schedule

The tennis season will begin in late July and run through the end of September. The FMS tennis team participates in the Williamson Middle School Athletic Association. We will play 12 matches against Williamson County middle schools and the season will end with the WMSAA team tennis tournament starting on September 25, 2023. Once school starts, practices will be held Monday-Friday from 3:00-4:30 p.m. at the Fairview High School tennis courts. We will practice on days without scheduled matches.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 FMS Tennis season, please contact Coach Shelly Frank.

Track and Field

Expectations

All athletes participating in track and field are expected to maintain high academic achievement and be leaders in their classrooms. Athletes should always be in good standing with their teachers and administration in regard to school discipline.

Tryouts

Tryouts for Track will take place in late February or early March depending on weather. The team will be decided based on total numbers of athletes wanting to participate, times for specific events, and height/distances for field events. It is the wish of the coaches to provide an opportunity for as many athletes as possible while still keeping numbers manageable to have effective practices.

Schedule

Track season starts the first week of April and can continue into late may depending on individual and team performance at the TMSAA qualifying sectional meet.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Track and Field season, please contact Jessica Edwards.

Volleyball

Expectations

Volleyball players are expected to maintain excellent grades throughout the school year. They are challenged to be leaders in the school and the community. Practices begin in the summer and players must make a commitment to being at practices during that time.

Tryouts

Tryouts are held at the end of May for the following school year. They must have a physical on file in order to tryout.

Schedule

The team will practice for five days a week during the summer (except for dead period). Once school is in session practice will be every day except game days. The volleyball season usually begins the first week of school or before. Games are schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every week from August through the end of September.

Contact

If you have any questions about the 2023–2024 Volleyball season, please contact Coach Tim Vierra.