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Short Pump Middle School

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2026-2027 Athletics

Short Pump offers a wide range of sports and activities, and it is our goal to have as many students involved while in middle school.

Short Pump’s tradition and pride run deep. Explore our opportunities to learn more about our Short Pump Pride. Go, Pumas!

Becoming a Puma

If you're new to Short Pump athletics or an incoming 6th grader for the upcoming school year, follow these steps to get acquainted with our programs. 

  1. Review the SPMS Rules and Regulations. This form is only required if you make a sports team.
  2. Complete the Physical Form (we are now using the High School - VHSL form. Please write the child's grade level next to semester on the form). This form needs to be turned in to Mrs. Coleman-Carter (Rm: 802) or Mr. Jenkins (Rm. 608) before the first day of tryouts. This form must be signed by a doctor and dated after May 1st, 2026. The insurance and policy number must be on the form. Do you need insurance? Please visit this website to purchase the K-12 Voluntary Student Accident Coverage.
  3. Visit the athletic pages below for more information about your sport.
  4. Parents need to fill out the required forms listed below in the Parent PowerSchool Portal when the forms are available in August. These forms will not be collected like in the past.
  • Student-Athlete Concussion Policy
  • Student Athlete Heat-Related Illness Policy
  • Student Athlete Sudden Cardiac Arrest Policy
  • SPMS Rules and Regulations

 If the Tryout List link below is not available, please do not request access.

***Please be patient. Do not request access***

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Tryouts Begin:
Wednesday, August 26th (Football ONLY)

Thursday, August 27th (Boys' Soccer, Cheer, Girls' Basketball, and Girls' Tennis)

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Tryouts Begin:
Thursday, November 12th

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Tryouts Begin:
Wednesday, March 17th

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