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Participation Requirements
If your student might consider trying out for one or more sports next school year, parents and athletes will have to complete all required forms online through Final Forms. You should have received an email regarding how to do this in February. If not, please contact Adam Demonbreun.
All athletes must have an updated athletic physical on file at the school to try out. Once this has been turned in to the school, it will be documented on Final Forms with the expiration date. All physicals are good for one calendar year.
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Required Forms
Cardiac Arrest Information and Form
Code of Conduct
Freedom Middle School would like to emphasize to all of those involved in athletic events (players, coaches, school administrators, parents and other spectators) the importance of your leadership role in sportsmanship, appropriate behavior, and integrity. The professional manner in which you conduct yourself prior to, during, and following an event, as well as any time during school hours, impacts the behavior of everyone involved.
Athletic code of conduct
(Printable pdf)
Freedom Middle School Athletic Code of Conduct
Freedom Middle School has established guidelines for sportsmanship, citizenship, and an Athletic Code of Conduct for all to follow. Please read these carefully so we can enjoy the athletic events to the fullest and set a good example for others.
Sportsmanship
The National Federation of State High School Association views good sportsmanship as a commitment to fair play, ethical behavior, and integrity. In perception and practice, sportsmanship is defined as those qualities, which are characterized, by generosity and genuine concern for others:
- Fair Play: accept a loss without complaining and win with humility
- Treat others as you wish to be treated
- Respect others
- Recognize and appreciate good play from both teams
- Displaying good character traits
- Be an excellent role model
Players’ Code of Conduct
- I will encourage good sportsmanship from teammates, coaches, officials, and others through my actions.
- I will do my very best to listen and learn from my coaches.
- I will treat everyone with respect and expect to be treated accordingly.
- I will do my best in all of my classes and set a good example for other students to follow.
- I will work to maintain a C average or higher in all my classes throughout the school year.
- I will lead a healthy lifestyle by adopting good nutritional habits, getting adequate rest, and exercising.
- I will play by the rules and in the spirit of the game. I will acknowledge all good plays or performances by both my teammates and opponents.
- I will remember that coaches and officials are there to help me. I will respect and abide by their decisions.
- Any form of hazing or bullying will not be tolerated and will be grounds for immediate dismissal from the team.
Coaches’ Code of Conduct
- I will place the emotional and physical well-‐being of the players ahead of any personal desire to win.
- I will do my best to provide a safe playing environment for the players.
- I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all players.
- I will ensure that all athletes get equal instruction, support, and opportunities.
- I will not make demeaning statements to the athletes for making mistakes or performing poorly.
- I will remember that they play to have fun and should be encouraged, which will help them gain self-‐confidence.
- I will remember that the athletes need a coach they can respect and give praise when appropriate.
- I will obtain proper training and continue to upgrade my coaching skills.
Parents’ Code of Conduct
- I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game and practice.
- I will place the emotional and physical well-‐being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
- I will support coaches and officials working with my child to promote a positive and enjoyable experience.
- I will do my best to make participating in athletics fun for my child.
- I will encourage my child to show respect and display excellent sportsmanship traits to all.
- I will remember that the game is for athletes and not the adults.
- I will do my best to assist the coaches and school when help or volunteers are needed.
Parents’ Role in Interscholastic Athletics: Communicating with your Children
- Make sure your children know that you appreciate their efforts regardless of the score. Be the one in the stands they can look to for positive reinforcement.
- Be honest about your child’s athletic ability, competitive attitude, and sportsmanship.
- Do not relive your athletic life through your child in a way that creates pressure. Athletic children need their parents. If the child is comfortable with you regardless of the outcome of the game, then they will enjoy participating in athletics.
- Do not compare skill, courage, or attitude of your child with other players on the team.
- Teach them to enjoy the thrill of competition and working to improve their skills and attitudes.
Communication Parents Should Expect from the Coach:
- Expectations the coach has for all of the players
- Schedules for practices and games (please note: schedules for practices and games are subject to change, even at the last minute)
- Team requirements
- Discipline procedures, which affect your child’s participation
- What role parents play to help the coach or team (i.e. volunteer, transportation, fundraising, or help with tournaments)
Communication Coaches Should Expect from Parents:
- Concerns expressed directly to the coach
- Phone number(s) and/or email(s) to use in an emergency, or if there is a last-‐minute change in scheduling
- Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance
- Illness and/or injuries of your child
Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with Coaches:
- The treatment of your child, mentally and physically
- Areas and ways to help your child personally improve
- Concerns about your child’s behavior
Issues NOT Appropriate to Discuss with Coaches:
- Playing time
- Team strategy
- Other players on the team
Procedure to Follow if You Have a Concern to Discuss with a Coach:
- Call or email the coach to set up an appointment
- If the coach cannot be reached, call the Athletic Directors to set up a meeting place and time
- It is important not to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. These are emotional times for parents and coaches and are not wise times to make an attempt toward a resolution of a problem.
Displaying good sportsmanship will help everyone enjoy athletic events and appreciate all of the hard work these young men and women put forth. All parties should follow the Codes of Conduct. By adhering to these guidelines, the athletic teams at Freedom Middle School will represent our school with class and dignity and will earn the respect of their opponents and their fans.
(adapted from Poplar Grove Middle School Code of Conduct)
Concussion Information and Form
Public Chapter 148, effective January 1, 2014, requires that school and community organizations sponsoring youth athletic activities establish guidelines to inform and educate coaches, youth athletes and other adults involved in youth athletics about the nature, risk and symptoms of concussion/head injury.
Sports Physical
Fall Sports
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country
- Football - Varsity
- Football - Junior Varsity
- Golf
- Boys Soccer
- Girls Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Cheerleading
Football and Basketball Cheerleading
Head Coach: Jennifer Hacker
Assistant Coach: Julie Lagoski
Varsity Football Games
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
| August 1 | Gatorade Game (Legacy) | CHS | 6:00 |
| August 8 | Battle Creek | Battle Creek | 6:00 |
| August 15 | Heritage | CHS | 6:00 |
| August 22 | Page | CHS | 6:00 |
| August 29 | Woodland | CHS | 6:00 |
| September 5 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 6:00 |
| September 12 | Grassland | Franklin High | 6:00 |
| September 19 | Brentwood | Brentwood High | 6:00 |
| September 24 | County Championship | TBD | 6:00 |
Junior Varsity Football Games
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
| August 13 | Legacy | Legacy | 5:00 |
| August 20 | Heritage | Heritage | 5:00 |
| August 27 | Page | Page | 5:00 |
| September 3 | TBD | TBD | 5:00 |
| September 10 | Mill Creek | Freedom | 5:00 |
| September 17 | Grassland | Grassland | 5:00 |
| September 26 | Brentwood | Freedom | 5:00 |
Competition Cheerleading (Poplar Grove Middle)
Head Coach: Jennifer Hacker
Cross Country
Head Coach: Matt Smith
Cross Country Schedule 2024
|
Date |
Host Team | Participants | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 21 | Heritage | Freedom, Heritage, Thompson's Station, Woodland | 4:00 |
| August 21 | Freedom | Freedom, Fairview, Hillsboro, Legacy, Page | 4:00 |
| September 4 | Mill Creek | Freedom, Grassland, Mill Creek, Woodland | 4:00 |
| September 11 | Woodland | Freedom, Brentwood, Heritage, Woodland | 4:00 |
| September 16 | Medal South Run @ Spring Station | Qualifying Runners | 4:00 |
| September 18 | WMAA Championship @ Legacy | Qualifying Runners | 4:00 |
| September 28 | TMSAA Sectional AA | Qualifying Runners | 4:00 |
| October 5 | TMSAA State | Qualifying Runners | 4:00 |
Football - Varsity
Head Coach: Sam Ridley
Assistant Coaches: Zach Looney, Travis Smotherman, & Tracy Logan
Varsity Football Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1 | Legacy (Gatorade game) | Centennial High | 6:00 |
| August 8 | Battle Creek | Battle Creek | 6:00 |
| August 15 | Heritage | Centennial High | 6:00 |
| August 22 | Page | Centennial High | 6:00 |
| August 29 | Woodland | Centennial High | 6:00 |
| September 5 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 6:00 |
| September 12 | Grassland | Franklin High | 6:00 |
| September 19 | Brentwood | Brentwood High | 6:00 |
| September 24 | County Championship | TBD | TBD |
Football - Junior Varsity
Head Coach: Sam Ridley
Assistant Coaches: Travis Smotherman and Zach Loony
Junior Varsity Football Schedule 2024
|
Date |
Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13 | Legacy | Legacy | 5:00 |
| August 20 | Heritage | Heritage | 5:00 |
| August 27 | Page | Page | 5:00 |
| September 3 | TBD | TBD | 5:00 |
| September 10 | Mill Creek | Freedom | 5:00 |
| September 17 | Grassland | Grassland | 5:00 |
| September 23 | Brentwood | Freedom | 5:00 |
Golf
Head Coach: Bret Burgess
Golf Schedule 2024
|
Date |
Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13 | Brentwood | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| August 15 | Hillsboro | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| August 22 | Woodland | Cheekwood Golf Club | 4:10 |
| August 27 | Spring Station | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| September 3 | Page | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| September 16 | Grassland | Cheekwood Golf Club | 4:10 |
| September 19 | Thompson's Station | Cheekwood Golf Club | 4:10 |
| September 23 | Boy's Round 1 | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| September 24 | Girl's Final | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
| September 25 | Boy's Final | Cheekwood Golf Club | 3:40 |
Boys Soccer
Head Coach:
Assistant Coach:
Boys Soccer Schedule 2023
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 3 | Brentwood | Brentwood | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 5 | Thompson's Station | Thompson's Station | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 17 | Sunset | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 19 | Legacy | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 23 | Hillsboro | Hillsboro | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 24 | Heritage | Heritage | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 26 | Grassland | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| October 30 | Spring Station | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| November 2 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| November 7 | Woodland | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| November 8 | Page | Page | 4:00 V 5:00 JV |
| November 10 | Play In Game | Legacy | TBD |
| November 13-15 | WMAA Tournament | TBD | TBD |
Girls Soccer
Head Coach: Steve Zanolini
Assistant Coach: Rachel Lessing
Girls Soccer Schedule 2023
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 3 | Brentwood | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| October 5 | Thompson's Station | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| October 17 | Sunset | Sunset | 4:00 |
| October 19 | Legacy | Legacy | 4:00 |
| October 23 | Hillsboro | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| October 24 | Heritage | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| October 26 | Grassland | Grassland | 4:00 |
| October 30 | Spring Station | Spring Station | 4:00 |
| November 2 | Mill Creek | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| November 7 | Woodland | Woodland | 4:00 |
| November 8 | Page | Freedom Intermediate | 4:00 |
| November 10 | Play In Game | TBD | TBD |
| November 13-15 | WMAA Tournament | Woodland | TBD |
Tennis
Head Coach: Candy Miyake
Tennis Schedule 2023
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13 | Fairview | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| August 20 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 4:00 |
| August 22 | Legacy | Centennial High | 4:00 |
| August 27 | Grassland | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| August 28 | Woodland | Crockett Park | 4:00 |
| August 29 | Sunset | Sunset | 4:00 |
| September 3 | Brentwood | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| September 5 | Heritage | Independence High | 4:00 |
| September 10 | Hillsboro | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| September 12 | Page | Page | 4:00 |
| September 16 | Spring Station | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| September 19 | Thompson's Station | Jim Warren | 4:00 |
| September 23 | Tournament Round 1 | TBD | TBD |
| September 24 | Tournament Round 2 | TBD | TBD |
| September 25 | Tournament Round 3 | TBD | TBD |
Volleyball
Head Coach: Randy Stevens
Assistant Coach: Ashton Refsell
Volleyball Schedule 2024
Match Start times may vary depending on the length of the previous match.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 12 | Spring Station | Freedom | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| August 14 | Sunset | Sunset | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| August 17 | Metro Play Day | James Lawson High School | 9:00 |
| August 19 | Legacy | Freedom | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| August 21 | Heritage | Freedom | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| August 23-24 | Mule Town Classic Tournament (V & JV) | Spring Hill/ Columbia | TBD |
| August 26 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| September 4 | Thompson's Station | Thompson's Station | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| September 9 | Brentwood | Brentwood | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| September 11 | Grassland | Freedom | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| September 17 | Page | Freedom | 4:00 JV 5:00 V |
| September 18 | Woodland | Freedom | 5:00 JV 6:00 V |
| September 23-26 | WMAA Varsity Tournament | Woodland | TBD |
Wrestling
Head Coach: Randy Stevens
Assistant Coach: Kenny Fuller
wrestlingfms@yahoo.com
Wrestling Schedule 2023
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 17 | Grassland | Freedom | 4:00 |
| October 19 | Brentwood and Page | Brentwood | 4:00 |
| October 24 | Spring Station and Heritage | Spring Station | 4:00 |
| October 26 | Woodland | Woodland | 4:00 |
| October 30 | BYE | BYE | 4:15 |
| November 2 | Legacy | Freedom | 4:00 |
| November 7 | Thompson's Station | Freedom | 4:00 |
| November 9 | Sunset and Mill Creek | Sunset | 4:00 |
| November 14 | Dual Championship | TBD | 1:00 |
| November 16 | WMAA Varsity Tournament | Ravenwood High | TBD |
| November 17 | JV Tournament | Franklin High | TBD |
Winter Sports
Basketball
Head Coach – Tory Lane (Boys) Sam Ridley (Girls)
Assistant Coach – Alex Deits (Boys) Tyra Petway (Girls)
Basketball Schedule 2023-2024
|
Date |
Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 30 | Page | Page |
GJV-4:00 |
| December 5 | Heritage | Heritage | GJV-4:00 BJV-5:00 GV-6:00 BV-7:00 |
| December 7 | Woodland | Woodland | GJV-4:00 BJV-5:00 GV-6:00 BV-7:00 |
| December 12 | Mill Creek | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| December 14 | Brentwood | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| January 3 | Grassland | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| January 4 | Hillsboro | Hillsboro | GJV-4:00 BJV-5:00 GV-6:00 BV-7:00 |
| January 9 | Sunset | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| January 11 | Thompson's Station | Thompson's Station | GJV-4:00 BJV-5:00 GV-6:00 BV-7:00 |
| January 16 | Spring Station | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| January 18 | Legacy | Freedom | BJV/GV-4:00 GJV/BV-5:00 |
| January 19-26 | WMAA Tournament | TBD | TBD |
| January 29 | TMSAA Sectional Tournament | TBD | TBD |
Bowling
Head Coach – Randy Stevens
Bowling Schedule 2023-2024
|
Date |
Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | TBD | TBD |
TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD |
TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD |
TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD |
TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD |
TBD |
Dance Team
Spring Sports
Varsity Baseball
Head Coach: Bret Burgess
Junior Varsity Coach: Allen Nix, Ben Burgess
2024 Baseball Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 27 | CPA Scrimmage | Freedom | 4:00 |
| February 28 | GCA Scrimmage | Grace Christian Academy | 3:45 |
| March 19 | Page | Freedom | 4:00 |
| March 21 | Heritage | Freedom | 4:00 |
| March 26 | Woodland | Freedom | 4:00 |
| March 28 | Mill Creek | Mill Creek | 4:00 |
| April 2 | Brentwood | Brentwood | 4:00 |
| April 4 | Grassland | Grassland | 4:00 |
| April 9 | Hillsboro | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 11 | Sunset | Sunset | 4:00 |
| April 15 | CPA | CPA | 4:00 |
| April 16 | Thompson's Station | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 18 | Spring Station | Spring Station | 4:00 |
| April 23 | Legacy | Legacy | 4:00 |
| April 24 | Dickson County | Dickson County | 5:00 |
| April 26-May 3 | WMAA Tournament | TBD | TBD |
| May 6-May 10 | Sectional Tournament | TBD | TBD |
Junior Varsity Baseball
Head Coach: Bret Burgess
Junior Varsity Coach: Allen Nix, Ben Burgess
2024 JV Baseball Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 27 | CPA Scrimmage | Freedom | 6:00 |
| February 28 | GCA Scrimmage | Grace Christian | 5:45 |
| March 19 | Page | Page | 4:00 |
| March 21 | Heritage | Heritage | 4:00 |
| March 26 | Woodland | Woodland | 4:00 |
| March 28 | Mill Creek | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 2 | Brentwood | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 4 | Grassland | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 11 | Sunset | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 16 | Thompson's Station | Thompson's Station | 4:00 |
| April 18 | Spring Station | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 23 | Legacy | Freedom | 4:00 |
| April 24 | Dickson County | Dickson County | 7:00 |
| TBD | WMAA Tournament | TBD | TBD |
PGMS Softball
Head Coaches: Randy Stevens & Howard Washington
2024 PGMS Softball Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Teams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2 | CHS Play Day | CHS |
TBA |
Varsity |
| March 4 | Lipscomb Academy | Lipscomb Academy | 4:15 (DH) | Varsity |
| March 6 | Harpeth Hall | Harpeth Hall | 4:00 | Varsity |
| March 19 | Page | Page | 4:15/5:50 |
Both |
| March 21 | Heritage | PGS | 4:15 | Varsity |
| March 23 | Pancake breakfast fundraiser |
PGS |
TBD |
BOTH |
| March 26 | Woodland | PGS | 4:15/5:50 | Both |
| March 27 | Valor | Valor | 4:00 (DH) | Varsity |
| March 28 | CPA | CPA | 4:15 | Varsity |
| April 1 | USN | PGS | 4:15 | JV |
| April 2 | Brentwood | Brentwood | 4:15/5:50 | Both |
| April 3 | BGA | BGA | 3:45 (DH) | Varsity |
| April 4 | GCA | GCA | 4:00 (DH) | Varsity |
| April 8 |
FRA FRA |
FRA FRA |
4:15 JV
|
Varsity 5th grade |
| April 9 | Hillsboro | PGS | 4:15 | Varsity |
| April 11 | Sunset | Sunset | 4:15/5:50 | Both |
| April 12 | FRA | PGS | 4:00 | 5th grade |
| April 16 | Brentwood Academy | PGS | 4:15 | Varsity |
| April 17 | Spring Station | PGS | 4:15/5:50 | Both |
| April 19 | HVAC Conference Tournament-First round | TBD | 4:15 JV 6:00 V |
TBD |
| April 22-23 | HVAC Conference Semi-Finals-Division A & AA | PGS | 4:15 V | TBD |
| April 24 | HVAC Conference Semi-Finals--Division A-AA | PGS | TBD | TBD |
Track & Field
Head Coach: Matt Smith
Assistant Coaches: Bernard Jones, Travis Smotherman, & Wendy Booker
Track & Field Schedule 2024
(please have your athlete at the track by 3:30 to warmup)
Typical reg. season start times :Field Events @ 4:00/4X800& 1600@ 4:30/Track @ 5:00
| Date | Location | Participants | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26 | Independence High | Battle on 840/All WMAA Schools | 4:00 |
| April 4 | Franklin High | Freedom, Grassland, Page, Spring Station | 4:00 |
| April 11 | Centennial High | Freedom, Brentwood, Hillsboro, Spring Station | 4:00 |
| April 18 | Nolensville High | Freedom, Hillsboro, Mill Creek, Wookland | 4:00 |
| April 22 | Fairview High | WMAA Qualifier: Sprint Prelims | TBD |
| April 23 | Fairview High | WMAA Finals: Field Events | TBD |
| April 24 | Fairview High | WMAA Finals: Track Events | TBD |
| April 29 | Creek Wood High | TMSAA Sub-Sectionals (All Events): Class AA, Section 3, Area 14 | TBD |
| May 7 | Creek Wood High | TMSAA Sectionals (All Events): Class AA, Section 3 | TBD |
| May 18 | Austin Peay State University | TMSAA State Meet | TBD |
Order of Events
Order of Field Events
- Pole Vault–girls/boys
- Shot put–girls/ Discus–boys
- High jump–girls/ long jump–boys
- shot put–boys/ discus–girls
- high jump–boys/ long jump–girls
Order of Running Events
- Hurdles 100m/110m
- 4X100m Relay
- 4X800 Relay
- 100m
- 1600m run
- 4X200 Relay
- 400m
- 800m
- 200m
- 4X400m Relay