Athletics

Ochoa Middle School boasts an energetic and robust athletic program aimed at nurturing exceptional student-athletes. Our dedicated coaches are passionate about igniting motivation within our students to excel in qualities such as honesty, sportsmanship, teamwork, and individual skill development. Together, we strive to make success an attainable goal for every student during their time at Ochoa MS. 

Before You Begin: Important Requirements

Before any student-athlete can join our sports programs, it's crucial to fulfill the following requirements:

1. Complete the FinalForms registration, available online.

Register Online

2. All students must submit a copy of their most recent PHYSICAL to the Athletic Office before the first practice. Physicals are valid for 24 months from the exam date. Students with expired physicals cannot participate in practices or games until a new physical is provided.

3. Obtain a current $15 ASB (Associated Student Body) card, available for purchase starting in August at the Ochoa MS Main Office or on www.schoolpay.com.

4. Maintain a minimum of a 2.0 GPA and pass five out of six classes.

5. Only current 7th or 8th grade students are able to participate in sports.

6. Students who failed 2 or more classes or do not maintain a 2.0 GPA during the semester of the 2025-2026  school year will be placed on academic probation.

Empower Your Athletic Journey

Parents/Guardians, your responsibility includes completing the Family ID registration form comprehensively and ensuring that all medical information concerning your child's health, medical concerns, injuries, medications, and allergies are communicated to the Athletic Department and Coaches.

Embrace the Seasons of Sports

• FALL Sports: (August 24-October 23, 2026) SY 2026-2027​​​​​​

  • Football: Start date/First Practice Monday, August 24th from 3:30pm-5pm.

  • Volleyball, Boys/Girls Soccer, Cross Country: Start Date/First Practice Thursday, August 27th from 3:30-5pm. 

  • Beginning 9/1/25 all practices will be held directly after school (drop off at 3:15pm, no earlier please to avoid after school pick up traffic). 

• WINTER I Sports: October 26--December 16, 2026: Boys Basketball, Dance, Girls Wrestling

• WINTER II Sports: January 4-March 5, 2027: Girls Basketball, Boys Wrestling. 

• SPRING Sports: March 8-May 14, 2027: Baseball, Softball, Girls & Boys Tennis, Track & Field

**NO SPORTS PRACTICES on Wednesday's for Any Sport