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

Map of the OLPH Run

    2) Cliff Weathermon Run at Eaglepoint Golf Course - Wednesday, Sept 25th, 2024

Map and Key Information for Participants and Viewers

    3) Westsyde Schools Cross Country Race - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

Race Description and Information

   4) Parkcrest Ravens Cross Country Race - Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Race Description and Information

 

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 Competitive and Recreation leagues that teams can be placed in and will play against teams from around the School District. 

Below are the 2024 Volleyball Schedules.  The first games of the season are scheduled for October 22nd, 2024.

Girls Recreation Schedule - Gr 5/6 Girls - posted on Oct 15th

Girls Competitive Schedule - Gr 7 Girls - posted on Oct 15th

Boys Recreation Schedule - Boys 5/6/7 - posted on Oct 15th

Here are the SD73 Elementary Volleyball Rules that have been updated as of September 2024

Here is the overarching Gym Schedule for Volleyball Season

 

2024 Volleyball Playoffs

Girls Competitive Schedule 2024 - provided on Nov 19th

 

Basketball Season 2025

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 basketball. 

Grade 5/6/7 students will have the opportunity to play on teams that fit them best.  The Elementary Sports Council is offering Competitive and Recreation leagues that teams can be placed in and will play against teams from around the School District.   We are planning to have our school's four teams formulated before Winter Break so that we can submit this information to the Elementary Sports Council.

Girls Welcome to the Basketball Season Letter - handed out on Nov 25, 2024

Boys Welcome to the Basketball Season Letter - handed out on Nov 25, 2024

Here is the schedule for Basketball Practice Times during the 2025 regular season.  This is subject to change.  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 2025 season.  The first Basketball Games of the season will start the week of January 20th.

Below are the SD73 Schedules for 2025 (subject to change):

Girls Competitive Basketball Schedule - arrived January 14, 2025

Girls Rec Basketball Schedule - arrived January 14,  2025 - concluded on Feb 27th

Boys Competitive Basketball Schedule - arrived January 14, 2025

Boys Rec Basketball Schedule - arrived January 14, 2025 - concluded on Feb 25th (Optional Wrap Up Event on Friday, Feb 28th from 2:45-4:00 pm)

Due to the large number of Rec Boys Players wanting to play this season, the team is using a split squad approach to game play.  Our goal in Elementary Sports is to develop as many athletes as possible and this approach will help to balance this with a good opportunity to play in games.  We will have a Purple Squad and a Grey Squad.  Each squad will play in 3 games of the season and attend all practices.  On Fridays, our coaches are running the scoreboard and will give the squads a chance to play each other to allow for additional game play. 

The Rec Boys Start of Season letter provides more information and the names of the players on each squad (second page).

Purple Squad - League Play

Grey Squad - League Play

Tuesday, Jan 21st

Tuesday, Feb 4th

Tuesday, Feb 18th

Tuesday, Jan 28th

Tuesday, Feb 11th

Tuesday, Feb 25th

 

2025 Basketball Playoffs

Girls Competitive Schedule 2025 - received and posted on Feb 18, 2025

Boys Competitive Schedule 2025 - received and posted on Feb 18, 2025

If you are looking for Community Basketball opportunities in Kamloops, you may want to check out one of the following programs.

 

Flag Football Season 2025

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.  The first games are scheduled for Wednesday, April 16th, 2025.  The schedule will be posted here once it is received.

Based on the number of students who are interested in playing, we are able to include Grade 5-7 students this year on the Rayleigh team.

Flag Football Welcome to the Season Letter - handed out on March 13th, 2025

Here are the Elementary Flag Football Rules that are used throughout the district

No cleats are allowed on school fields until April 16th

2025 Year: Practices are on Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:00 pm on the school fields (starting on April 1st) & Thursdays during the lunch break (starting April 3rd).

Games will be played on Wednesdays at 3:00 pm starting on April 17th

Rayleigh Flag Football Schedule 2025 - received and posted on April 1st, 2025

  • Note: Change of Schedule: Beattie Elementary informed us that they are not able to come to Rayleigh for the scheduled game on Wednesday, May 14th.  Posted on May 13th.

SD73 League-Wide Flag Football Schedule 2025 - received and posted on April 1st, 2025

2025 Flag Football Jamboree - tentatively scheduled for Thursday, June 5th - Overview of the Flag Football Jamboree Day

 

Parloff Season 2025

Parloff is a short sprint team relay activity that is an 8 person relay.  Each runner sprints about 50 m before handing off a baton to the next runner.  In the end, each runner makes it one complete lap around a 400 m track.  There are a limited number of Parloffs that are hosted within the district and participation in Parloffs is based on a first come, first serve registration process.  This year, Rayleigh was fortunate to get into both of the Parloffs that are happening.  This is thanks to the quick work of Ms. Hassall and Mrs. Tweed who are also coaching the Parloff teams.  

 McGowan Park Parloff - hosted at Hillside Stadium on April 24th from 9:30-11:30 am

Dallas/Juniper Parloff - hosted at Dallas Elementary on April 30th from 9:15 - 11:30 am

 

Track & Field 2025

The Rayleigh Intermediate School Track & Field Meet is scheduled for Friday, May 9th

Our Zone 4 1000/1200 m Meet is scheduled for May 15, 2025 at Westmount Elementary from 9:00-11:00 am

Our Zone 4 Track & Field Meet is scheduled for May 20, 2025 at Hillside Stadium

The District 1000/1200 m Finals are scheduled for May 27, 2025 at Hillside Stadium

The District Track & Field Meet is scheduled for May 29, 2025 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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