Athletics
MDCE’s Athletics Program provides our students the opportunity to participate in a variety of after-school sports programs to develop their motor skills, sport-specific fundamentals, and a better understanding of sportsmanship and cooperation through a team environment.
The goal of our sports program is to develop confident and motivated student athletes who can express themselves in a positive manner through athletics. Our program’s intention is to also create a culture of fun, teamwork, and leadership through athletic competition.
MDCE participates in the Center City & South Bay Parochial Sports League and competes against the respective programs at a high level.
Diocesan Sports League
The Diocesan Sports League of San Diego offers students the chance to develop athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a supportive, faith-based environment. As an active participant in this league, Mater Dei Catholic provides students with several after-school sports programs (found below) that allow them to compete with other schools in the diocese.
High School Sports Collaboration
The Mater Dei Catholic Elementary-High School sports partnership is a collaborative program designed to support the growth and development of young athletes across a variety of sports. High school coaches work closely with elementary and middle school athletes to provide mentorship, skill development, and guidance, helping them build a strong foundation in their respective sports.
Sports that are part of this program:
- Tennis
- Baseball
- Track and Field
- Strength and Conditioning
Sport Participation Details
Practice
Practices during the respective sports seasons will be held one to three times per-week after school depending on the coaches’ and facility availability. Please follow attire and equipment guidelines set by the coach for practices. To be in compliance with Mater Dei security policies, parents/guardians who decide to stay for the practice must remain in the practice area and cannot roam the campus. Attendance at practice sessions is a requirement for team participation unless excused due to illness or any other unforeseen circumstances.
Volunteer Coaching
Teams for the parochial league are dependent on the availability of parent volunteers as coaches. What this means is if there are no coaches, there will not be a team. Coaches are responsible for being present and leading the student-athletes through practices and games. Coaches are also responsible for keeping track of the issued equipment for practices. In order to coach, parents must complete the school’s volunteer requirements prior to the respective season.
Coaching Forms
Volunteer Requirements
For each adult:
- Create an account with CMGConnect and follow these instructions.
- When registering, choose San Diego Diocese, then School Volunteer, and then JDA or MDCE not High School
- Watch 2 videos: "Safe Environment" and "Defense Driving"
- Complete a $25 "Background Check" form. You can pay this here.
- Provide copy of TB test with negative results and a digital copy of Covid-19 vaccination card (found here)
Once Ms. Figueroa has received all of the above, she will email all relevant parties letting them know you are cleared to volunteer. For any questions email Ms. Figueroa at kfigueroa@materdeicatholic.org.
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