Sports & Athletics
School Sports
Extra-curricular school sports are possible through the volunteer efforts of staff, family and community members. All coaches must have a Criminal Record Check on file with the school and have complete the BCSS Concussion Training Program. Rayleigh Elementary is an active participant in elementary sports that are offered through the SD73 Elementary Sports Council.
Here is an overview of the Sports Programs that are offered within SD73: Elementary Sports Council Schedule for 2024/2025
Here is a guide to identify the zone we are in for SD73 Sports: Zone Identification. Rayleigh is classified as Zone 4
Cross Country Running 2024
Ms. Paige Coxon has volunteered to organize/sponsor this extra curricular activity again this year. Cross Country Running is offered to Grade 3-7 students on a sign up basis. As information is provided on the runs being offered, a brief summary will be added below.
1) The Jack Isenor OLPH Cross Country Run at MacArthur Island Park - Wednesday, Sept 18th, 2024
The course for Grades 3 & 4 runners is approximately 1.4 km. The course for Grades 5, 6 & 7 runners is approximately 1.7 km. Instructions to the participants will begin at 3:15 pm and the races will begin in Grade Level Groupings shortly after that time.
Grade 3 & 4 will start from a different starting point up the race course. Directions will be provided at 3:15 pm. Grade 3 boys will run first then Grade 3 girls. The same pattern will be followed for other Grades. Please remind student-athletes that when they finish the race to report to the scorer's table. There will be a number of volunteer adult supervisors that will be helping the students at the finish line.
2) Cliff Weathermon Run at Eaglepoint Golf Course - Wednesday, Sept 25th, 2024
Map and Key Information for Participants and Viewers
The course for Grades 3 & 4 runners is approximately 1 km. The course for Grades 5, 6 & 7 is approximately 2 km. The first race is set to begin at 3:15 pm. Due to road work on Barnhartvale Road, drivers will need to detour to Blackwell Road to access Eagle Point Golf Course. Vehicle parking is on Barnhartvale Road only.
3) Westsyde Schools Cross Country Race - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
Race Description and Information
The race will begin in the park and go through the field onto the dike. The trail then follows the dike before heading onto trails that follow the North Thompson River. The route eventually heads back onto the dike and into the park. The run starts and finishes in almost the same place for all grades (grade 5-7 students will run farther down the dike before turning onto the trail system and heading back toward the park).
4) Parkcrest Ravens Cross Country Race - Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Race Description and Information
The race will start on the school field, there will be two start lines but all races will end at the same place. There will be Marshalling points for each grade on the field. The race will start and finish on the school field in the same spots for all grades. There will be viewing areas at the start and finish lines for spectators. The grade 3 and 4 route will head straight down Parkcrest Ave. to Schreiner, right on Rosewood, and back onto the regular route to finish the race. Parkcrest will have staff and volunteers along both routes to help with directing and safety.
Volleyball Season 2024
With the restructuring of schools (K-7), the Elementary Sports Council has eliminated the Tier 2 Level of play within sports. In addition, schools are being strongly encouraged to have Grade 4 students participate in sports within a Drop-in/Intramural format instead of a Tier 3 Level of play. Drop-in/Intramurals play allows for more game time for students without the added pressures on schools of hosting games. At Rayleigh, we are planning to hold two lunch hours per week for Grade 4 students to receive skill development practice from Grade 7 leaders and staff and then play games of volleyball.
Grade 5/6/7 students will have the opportunity to play on teams that fit them best. The Elementary Sports Council is offering Tier 1 Competitive and Tier 1 Recreation leagues that teams can be placed in and will play against teams from around the School District.
More information, practice times and schedules will be posted once the season begins. The first games of the season are scheduled for October 22nd, 2024.
Here are the SD73 Elementary Volleyball Rules that have been updated as of September 2024
Here is the overarching Gym Schedule for Volleyball Season
Basketball Season 2024
Here is the schedule for the Pre-Winter Break Schedule for Drop-ins/Tryouts. We are planning to have teams formulated before Winter Break so that we can submit this information to the Elementary Sports Council.
During the Pre-Winter Break Drop-ins/Tryouts, players received this Welcome to the 2024 Basketball Season letter.
Here is the tentative schedule for Basketball Practice Times during the regular season. This is subject to change along with the roles that the coaches will take on. This link will remain live and up to date throughout the season.
The SD 73 Elementary Sports Council has updated the Elementary Basketball Rules for the 2024 season.
Below are the SD73 Schedules for 2024 (subject to change) that we have received:
Tier 3 Girls & Boys Schedules - updated on January 16, 2024 (Tier 3 Boys schedule changed)
2024 Basketball Playoffs
Tier 2 Girls & Boys Playoff Schedules
Flag Football Season 2024
The season runs during April & May with a five game season and an optional Jamboree Wrap Up event. The Elementary Sports Council website has further information on what the Elementary Flag Football League looks like in our district.
Flag Football Welcome to the Season Letter - given to students on March 13th
No cleats are allowed on school fields until April 16th
Practices are on Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:00 pm on the school fields (starting on April 4th) & Thursdays during the lunch break (starting April 25th).
Games will be played on Wednesdays at 3:00 pm starting on April 17th
Rayleigh Flag Football Schedule 2024
SD73 League-Wide Flag Football Schedule 2024
Flag Football Jamboree - scheduled for Tuesday, June 4th - Overview of the Flag Football Jamboree Day
Track & Field 2024
The Rayleigh Intermediate School Track & Field Meet is scheduled for Friday, May 10th
Schedule of Events for the School Track Meet
Our Zone 4 1000/1200 m Meet is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at Westmount Elementary from 9:00-11:00 am
Our Zone 4 Track & Field Meet is scheduled for Friday, May 24th at Hillside Stadium
The District 1000/1200 m Finals are scheduled for Tuesday, May 28th at Hillside Stadium
The District Track & Field Meet is scheduled for Thursday, May 30th at Hillside Stadium
Zone & District Schedule of Events
Community Sports Opportunities
Looking for extra-curricular activities for your child? Please check out the following links for more information on how you can get them involved:
Kamloops Youth Soccer Association
Royal Soccer Club - The Royal Soccer Club, a registered non-profit community organization, is proud to host their 32nd annual grassroots summer day camps. The program is designed to promote personal development, team building and of course, FUN! Uniquely designed to offer a more soccer focused morning with a leisure swim with other organized activities in the afternoon. The program operates during all weeks in July and August for children aged 5 to 13. For more information or to register, visit royalsoccerclub.com or call 1-800-427-0536.
Sportball - A multi-sport program will introduce up to 8 different sports over an 8 week session. Sports included are: Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Tennis, Hockey, Golf, and T-ball. Follow the link to our website to view registration which opens March 12th: Register Now - Sportball Kamloops
Pickleball Lessons - this rapidly growing sport is engaging and some coaches are willing to set up clinics in Rayleigh if there is enough interest.
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