Athletics

Welcome to the Home of the Hawks!

Cooper High School athletic programs are set up to provide an opportunity for students to develop and use their athletic skills in a structured environment which provides meaningful competition, enhances physical and mental well-being and teaches positive values. The value of an athletic program in the school is significant and cannot be overlooked. It has a profound impact on individuals, the school, and the local community.

Athletics will bring people with relatively nothing in common together as a cohesive team. This team will train together, play games together, and will undoubtedly share unbelievable, life-altering opportunities throughout their sports season.

The Cooper activities department fosters an inclusive and sustainable community that provides participation opportunities for all students, regardless of race, gender or economic status.

We strive to be part of the change while maintaining an environment in which all individuals receive the respect, acceptance, and positivity they deserve.

The Cooper Hawks compete in the Metro West Conference. Conference members include Benilde St. Margaret's, Bloomington Jefferson, Bloomington Kennedy, Chanhassen, Chaska, Cooper and St. Louis Park. The athletic teams, debate, speech, one-act play, visual arts and music are registered with the Minnesota State High School League.

LET'S GO HAWKS!

Live Streams

Links and Information

Links and Information

Cooper High School as installed streaming cameras in our Main Gym and in the Stadium and the streams can be found at NFHS Network. NFHS Network is a subscription based streaming service. You can set up an account on the page.

Monthly - $10.99
Annually - $69.99

The subscription allows you to watch any available games on NFHS Network from any school utilizing the NFHS Network cameras. In the Fall, 2021, Cooper will be streaming soccer and football games from our Stadium. Typical onsite ticket prices range from $7-$10/person, depending on the event.

To access our Cooper streaming page, click HERE.

Basketball games available on stream include all those played in the Main Gym -

Boys - B, JV, and Varsity
Girls - 9A/C, JV, and Varsity

Some lower level boys games are played in the Community Gyms. Those games will be streamed on the Cooper YouTube Channel.

Be sure to subscribe to the Cooper YouTube Channel so you receive notifications of games.

*This is a sample list of area High Schools Streaming on NFHS Network:

Benilde St. Margaret’s	Minnetonka
Hopkins	Wayzata
Academy of Holy Angels	Apple Valley
Fridley	Burnsville
Buffalo	Providence Academy
St. Anthony Village	Breck
Andover	Rosemount
Richfield	All Minneapolis Schools

For a complete list of Minnesota High Schools streaming go to NFHS Network.

Cooper Swim meets are being streamed on the Swim Facebook pages.

Cooper Boys Swim

Contact

John Oelfke
Activities Director
763-504-8533
J ohn_Oelfke@rdale.org

Sara Thurston
Assistant
763-504-8533
Sara_Thurston@rdale.org

Game/Team Schedules

directions to sites

Cooper Facilities and Grounds

If you have a question or comment about the facilities or grounds at Cooper High School, please call 763-504-8533, Monday-Friday; email us at CHS_Grounds@rdale.org or submit a question in Let’s Talk.

If you have a question or concern during a rental event, please call 763-321-8859. Please NOTE: This number is only in use by the site supervisor during a rental event.

ONLINE REGISTRATION COMING SOON FOR 2021-22 FALL SEASON!

We are so excited to let you know that we have been working on a true online registration option for Cooper High School Athletics and Activities!

Watch this space as we will be ready to launch soon.

Now is the time for your student to get their sports qualifying physical completed so it can be uploaded at the time of registration!

Many sports have summer info available and it will be posted on our Hawks Activities & Athletics Facebook page. OR check out the specific sports tab below and reach out to the coach for summer workout schedules.

Fall practice starts Monday, August 16 for the following:

Cross Country, Boys and Girls
Football
Soccer, Boys & Girls
Swimming & Diving, Girls
Tennis, Girls
Volleyball

Practice starts Tuesday, September 14, 2021:

CI Adapted Soccer

Admission/Entrance Fees

Updated August 31, 2020

In accordance with the Minnesota State High School League Guidelines, the following accommodations will be met at Cooper home events.

Soccer - Maximum 250 spectators, following all face covering/masking and social distancing guidelines. Each team is allotted a set number of spectator passes. These passes are numbered and will allow you to purchase a ticket. If you would like to attend Cooper Soccer boys and girls varsity games, please contact the Cooper Activities office to pick up your Metro West soccer pass. 763-504-8533.
Girls Swimming & Diving - Spectators are not allowed at meets that are held in pool facilities that are located within a school. This restriction is in alignment with MDE and MDH's requirement that schools restrict any non-essential visitors in school facilities.
Cross Country - Spectators are not allowed at meets at this time, based on guidance from the location site and Metro West Conference. Please reach out to the coach for any updated information.
Girls Tennis - Spectators are not allowed inside of the fence or on the courts and surrounding court surface. Spectators are able to sit outside the fence and follow all face covering and social distance guidelines.

Admission will be charged for the following events:

Varsity Football
Boys Wrestling
Varsity Boys Soccer
Boys Hockey (All Levels)
Varsity Girls Soccer
Girls hockey (All Levels)
Volleyball – B/JV and Varsity
Boys Swimming
Boys Basketball – (All Games in Main Gym)
Boys Lacrosse
Girls Basketball – (All Games in Main Gym)
Girls Lacrosse

Single Event Admission

Adults - $7.00
Students - $5.00
Senior Citizens - $5.00

Season Pass Option

Family Season Pass - $100 for 30 punches
Student Season Pass - $10 for each season (Fall, Winter, Spring)

Family and Student Season passes are good for admission to all regular season home events (excluding hockey). Cooper Season passes are not accepted at any section or post-season game or event. Passes can be purchased at the event ticket table or contact the Cooper Athletic Department.

Rules and Expectations

Treat the other team, fans, and officials with respect and equality, no matter their race, religion, gender, appearance, etc.
Accept the decisions of the officials
No outside food or beverages
No backpacks allowed in the stadium
No re-entry at the stadium
No pets allowed at any events
No signs, banners, or noisemakers
No full-face paint or anything that covers the face, including masks, helmets, etc.
No throwing of objects. Any thrown object will not be returned.

If the rules and expectations are not followed, consequences will be given. This can include a warning and/or being asked to leave and/or additional consequences at the discretion of administration.

COVID Related Information, Precautions and Spectating Guidelines

The 2020-21 Winter Season is in session as of Jan. 4, 2021. On Jan. 14, 2021 our winter teams will begin competition. The MSHSL, under recommendations from the state, has permitted spectators to be at games at a limited capacity.

150 spectators max or 25% of facility capacity (which ever is the least)
Both the Northwest Suburban Conference (Armstrong) and Metro West Conference (Cooper) have adopted policies that will permit each participant, coach, and manager to have two spectators present.
Based on facility space
- Hockey- 2 spectators per participant
- Swimming- no spectators (facility does not have space to permit social distancing)
- Basketball- 2 spectators per participant
- Wrestling- 2 per participant for duals, for tri’s spectators have to exit when their team is not participating
- Nordic/Alpine- 2 spectators per participant
- Dance- 2 spectators per participant when their team is competing
- Adapted Sports- will not be competing this winter.
Each student/coach has two spectators that can attend the competition they are involved in.
After their game, spectators will be asked to exit immediately before entrance is granted to spectators of the next competition.

COVID Related Information and Precautions and Spectating Guidelines

Spectators must be on a list submitted to Cooper by the visiting team activity office to (sara_thurston@rdale.org) by noon on game day. No walk-ups. Spectators will be allowed to check in 15 minutes prior to the game they are signed up to watch.
No more than two spectators per player, manager, or coach.
All Spectators will immediately clear the gymnasium after each game before the next group of spectators is allowed to enter. This will allow common areas and seats to be sanitized.
Spectators are not to have any interactions with teams while in the school and will be seated in designated areas at least 12 feet from the court and players.
Spectators will be expected to wait outside until the gym is cleared before entering for the next game.
If teams must watch because of busing issues, they will be given directions to be seated in the bleachers where social distancing guidelines will apply with a coach.
Coaches, athletes, spectators and workers must wear masks unless at all times.
Seats for players and coaches will be placed six feet apart.
Varsity teams will be permitted to use their designated locker room area, halftime only, for a period of 7 minutes.
During all level games, a site manager can grant access to athletes and coaches that need to use the bathroom in locker rooms.
The athletic trainer onsite will be located in the training room, located baseline of the west side of the gym.
Cooper water fountains will not be available.

Spectator seating

It is important that our spectators remain in their assigned area during the event.

For Girls basketball games

ALL FANS will report to the bleachers on the south side of the gym.
Visiting fans will sit in the east end of bleachers across from their team
Home fans will sit in the west end of the bleachers across from their team
Please practice social distancing. Families need to arrange themselves at least 6 feet apart.
Bleachers on the north side of the gym (same side as team benches) will be reserved for players of home team, media and coaches.
We will be clearing the gym, for sanitizing, after every game and will not allow the next set of fans to enter bleachers until that process is completed. Please exit the gym immediately after your students game to help expedite the process.

For Boys basketball games

9A and JV parents will use the bleachers on the north side of the gym. These games will be on the main court. Spectators will be allowed to check in 15 minutes prior to the game they are signed up to watch.
Spectators have to be on the list that was submitted by their schools activities office. No walk ups will be allowed.
9B and B squad parents will watch from the south balcony. These games will be on the south court. Spectators will be allowed to check in 15 minutes prior to the game they are signed up to watch.
Spectators have to be on the list that was submitted by their schools activities office. No walk ups will be allowed.
We will be clearing the gym, for sanitizing, after every game and will not allow the next set of fans to enter bleachers until that process is completed. Please exit the gym immediately after your students game to help expedite the process.

Varsity Boys Game

Admissions for the varsity game is $7 per spectator. Spectators will be allowed to check in 15 minutes prior to the game they are signed up to watch.
Spectators have to be on the list that was submitted by their schools activities office. No walk ups will be allowed.
ALL FANS will report to the bleachers on the south side of the gym.
Visiting fans will sit in the west end of bleachers across from their team
Home fans will sit in the east end of the bleachers across from their team
Please practice social distancing. Families need to arrange themselves at least 6 feet apart.
Bleachers on the north side of the gym (same side as team benches) will be reserved for players of home team, media and coaches.

Concessions

Concessions will not be available at events

Pep Bands and Cheer

Pep Bands and Cheer will not operate at District 281 events this winter.

School Song

Register for Athletics

*** 6/3/21 Fall Sports Registration is NOW OPEN! ***

Student-athletes need to have the registration forms completed prior to the first practice and/or tryouts. Please turn in all paperwork to the Cooper Activities Office; do not bring to your first practice or tryout. Registration forms and participation fees can be returned to the Activities/Athletics Office beginning the first week of August. Forms can be found below and are also available in the Activities/Athletics Office.

Items needing to be completed includes:

1. Athletic Registration Form

2. Activity Emergency Card

3. Provide proof of a sports qualifying sports physical, done within three calendar years. There are no exceptions to this requirement.

Check with the athletic secretary or the school nurse to confirm a current physical is on file before the sports practice season starts. If the student does not have a copy of a sports qualifying physical on file, families should call their doctor/clinic and get a copy. If the doctor's office needs a form to fill out, a copy of our physical exam form may be picked up in the athletic office or downloaded below. If the student has not had a physical in the last three years, then the student must get a physical. It is a Minnesota State High School League rule that all students participating in sports must have an up-to-date physical on file with the school at the time of registration. (The physical must state whether the student is able to participate in sports.)

4. Pay the participation fee. Students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch may be eligible for reduced activity fees. Families must provide a copy of their 2021-22 Free & Reduced (Educational Benefits) letter to receive reduced athletic/activities fees. Refunds will be given if your student does not make the team. Fees can be brought to the Cooper Activities Office and paid by check, cash, or card.

5. Pay any outstanding fines or fees; return any outstanding equipment and/or media materials.

6. A student-athlete who has transferred to Cooper High School during their high school career, is moving into the school district or is a foreign exchange student should register in person accompanied by their parent/guardian.

7. Middle School students will be allowed to participate in activities at the high school level only if the sport is not available at their middles school or if they will be playing at the junior varsity or varsity level of competition. Middle school students will not be allowed to play at the 9th or 10th grade levels (exception is our 7-12th grade programs including Cross Country, Swim & Dive, Adapted sports, and Nordic Skiing). Students will not be allowed to leave school early for high school team practices. Please contact the Activities/Athletics Office for more details.

2021-2022 FALL Registration Form

Activity Emergency Card

2021-22 sports physical form

2020-2021 middle school participation form

NCAA Eligibility

If you have questions regarding NCAA requirements, please contact the Counseling department.

Here are nine recruiting pitfalls that may keep you from playing collegiate sports:

Underestimating the importance of academics.
Unrealistic expectations of your ability.
Parental over involvement.
Burning bridges by bad mouthing other schools and coaches.
Under valuing assistant coaches.
Talking money too soon.
An over confident demeanor.
Waiting to be contacted by a school.
Limiting your options to only a few schools.

Timeline for the Collegiate Recruiting Experience

Here are several suggestions, by school year, to ensure eligibility and enhance your ability to be recruited for collegiate athletics. Remember, the eligibility standards for recruitment are different between Divisions I, II, and III. Check eligibility standards and get more detailed information from your coach and the athletic department.

Do not make the mistake of focusing only on the biggest and most prominent schools. It is very easy to get caught up in the glamour of NCAA Division I athletics at the expense of a wider range of opportunities and playing time on a Division II or III level. You must make and accept an honest appraisal of your skills and ability. Now choose the right level and school.

Freshmen Year

Now is the time to commit yourself to the best grades that you can achieve.
Remember! The NCAA does not recognize a + or – for your grades. Work for the next higher grade.
Familiarize yourself with AHS approved NCAA courses. The complete list can be found at NCAA.org. Our school code is 241627.
As an incoming freshman, make sure you have reviewed your schedule with your counselor.
Meet with your counselor to insure that you are enrolled in the proper classes for NCAA eligibility in your sophomore year.
Make sure that your counselor knows that you hope to pursue collegiate athletics.
Attend a variety of sport camps.
Participate in a variety of sports the year around.

Sophomore Year

Meet with your counselor to ensure you are enrolled in the proper classes for NCAA eligibility in your junior year.
Take the PLAN and/or the PSAT in the fall when it is first offered.
Make sure that the varsity head coach is aware of your desire to participate in collegiate sports.
Develop an athletic resume.
Continue to attend sport camps and participate in a variety of sports.
Begin a college and career search through your Family Connection account.
Begin to decide which part of the country you would realistically wish to attend school.
Determine what your financial needs will be and what will be best financially for your family.
Keep your focus on all appropriate schools on NCAA Division I, II and III levels.

Junior Year

You must register online with the NCAA Clearinghouse at the end of your junior year.
Continue to meet with your counselor to insure that you are enrolled in the proper courses for NCAA eligibility in your senior year.
Continue your athletic resumes and sport camp participation.
Take the PSAT in the fall when it is first offered. Take the SAT and ACT in the spring when they are offered.
Respond back to any and all schools that contact you with their return post cards or letters.
Make unofficial visits to those schools that you may wish to attend.

Senior Year

Review with your counselor that you have taken or will take all the classes that will be required for NCAA collegiate eligibility.
Retake the SAT/ACT if necessary.
Continue to meet with your head coach as to what schools and on what level you are most suited to play.
Begin to mail your college applications.
Narrow your choice of schools and take your five official visits to the schools that you might like to attend. Remember, it is an education decision first, followed by athletics.
Begin to research a variety of resources for financial aid.

Recruiting Terminology You Should Know

Contact: Any face-to-face meeting between a college coach, yourself or your parents.
Core Courses: Recognized courses specified by the NCAA
Evaluation: Any off campus activity used to assess your academic or athletic abilities.
Official Visit: College paid trip to a campus during your senior year. You may visit up to five different schools that have your application. You must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse before you take any official visits.
Partial Qualifier: Eligible to practice during your freshmen year but you cannot play due to academic deficiency.
Qualifier: You have met all NCAA requirements.
Recruited Prospective Student Athlete: You become this when approached by a coach or representative of a school about enrolling and playing a sport.
Redshirt: You may practice with the team but you cannot play.

Some Questions to Ask

What position will I play?
What other players are being recruited at that position?
Will I be redshirted?
How would the coach describe his or her coaching style?
When does the head coach’s contract expire?
How good is the department in my major?
What percentage of the players graduate on time?
What kind of academic support will be available to me?
What are the details of financial aid at your institution?

Policies

Athletic Trainer

The athletic training coverage at Cooper High School is provided by the Institute for Athletic Medicine, which is a service of Fairview Health Services and North Memorial Health Care.

My goal is to provide a high level of care to the student -athletes. I encourage families to contact me regarding any questions/concerns they might have about injuries.

I also hope that the information provided will better help you understand the profession of Athletic Training and how Certified Athletic Trainers can help your student-athlete to enjoy the best possible experience while at Cooper High School.

Karin Shelstad, ATC
Institute for Athletic Medicine
kshelst1@fairview.org
612-940-5796

Contact

Karin Shelstad, ATC
Institute for Athletic Medicine
kshelst1@fairview.org
612-940-5796

Athletic Training Services at CHS

The Institute for Athletic Medicine (IAM) is proud to provide the contracted athletic training services to Cooper High School. IAM is a service of Fairview and North Memorial. A certified athletic trainer is a qualified medical professional who manages the care and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries. IAM provides orthopedic and sports physical therapy services at 30 Twin Cities locations as well as chiropractic care at 3 locations.

IAM Resources

Free injury screening and evaluations for recreational and competitive athletes
Specialized programs for runners, throwers, golfers, back injuries, athletes needing advanced rehabilitation prior to returning to sport and a special program designed “For Women Only”
Free - 24 hour athletic medicine hotline for questions about sports related injuries – 952-920-8850
Referrals to sports medicine physicians and physical therapists
Referrals for concussion testing

Physical Therapy Services
Physical therapy and rehabilitation is often a necessary step in returning the athlete to play quickly and safely. I am skilled in rehabilitation but do not always have the amount of time or proper equipment needed to accomplish what is necessary, and I may recommend that your student has a few visits with a physical therapist when warranted. I will work with the therapist at IAM to determine a progression and coordinate care from clinic to school. IAM accepts most insurance plans and many plans will pay for direct access to the clinics. Please check with your insurance company for specific coverage benefits. I can assist you with appointments to one of the clinics or contact our central scheduling line at 612-672-7100 and tell them you are scheduling for an athlete from Cooper. If you do not get in within a couple days of the call, please contact me for assistance.

IAM clinics closest to Cooper:
Clinic 1 Clinic 2 Clinic 3
Golden Valley Plymouth Maple Grove
8301 Golden Valley Rd. 15655 37th Ave N 12000 Elm Creek Blvd

The Athletic Training Room
The Athletic Training Room (ATR) at Cooper High School is locatedacross from the Cooper locker rooms. Athletic training room hours are Monday - Friday (also open on Saturdays for event coverage only):

Fall: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Winter: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Spring: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Coverage at Events
Although I do not attend all events, all of the athletes are welcome to seek out my care. IAM is contracted to provide medical coverage of these home events during the fall, winter and spring seasons. In the event of an injury, every effort is made to contact a parent or guardian.

Physician visits
** At some point during the sports season it may be necessary for your child to see a physician. I can work with you to obtain an appointment with a sports medicine physician. It is important to keep open lines of communication with all members of the sports medicine team and I will often communicate with the athlete’s physician to ensure a safe return to play. If your student is seen or treated by a physician for an injury or serious illness, they must bring a written note from the physician before they can return to practice or play in a game. This is a Minnesota State High School League Rule (Bylaw 107.00). This is for the student’s protection as well as to keep everyone informed as to the student’s readiness. If you forget to get a note, you can have one faxed to me at the Cooper Athletic Office.

What is an Athletic Trainer?

The Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) is a highly educated and skilled allied health care professional who specializes in providing care for the physically active and athletic populations. In cooperation with physicians and other health professionals, the athletic trainer functions as an integral member of the health care team in secondary schools, colleges and universities, sports medicine clinics, professional sports programs, and physician offices. Other work settings for athletic trainers can include corporate and industrial institutions, the military, and the performing arts. Regardless of their practice setting, athletic trainers practice athletic training (or provide athletic training services) according to their education and state practice act.

The athletic trainers plays an important role in the health care of the physically active, especially in the prevention, recognition, management, and rehabilitation/reconditioning of injuries incurred as a result of activity. The care provided by an athletic trainer may help the individual avoid unnecessary medical treatment or aid in the referral to the appropriate physician.

Students who want to become certified athletic trainers must earn a degree from an accredited athletic training curriculum. Accredited programs include formal instruction in areas such as injury/illness prevention, first aid and emergency care, assessment of injury/illness, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and nutrition. Classroom learning is enhanced through clinical education experiences. More than 70% of certified athletic trainers hold at least a master’s degree.

More information about the athletic training profession can be found at the National Athletic Trainers’ Association website. Click the link to learn more about the Institute for Athletic Medicine Athletic Training Program.

Free Sports Physicals

Fairview sports physicals

Fairview Sports and Orthopedic Care and Fairview Clinics are offering Minnesota State High School League-qualified
sports physicals to area student athletes this summer at the locations listed below at no cost. Your physical will be
performed by a comprehensive medical team of physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists and athletic trainers.
Immunizations will not be offered at these events.

Note: For a more comprehensive physical and/or immunizations, families should contact any Fairview clinic to schedule
an appointment with a provider.

Injury FAQ

Click the links in each area for more information about injury prevention, injury management, as well as various injuries and health issues:

Injury Prevention:

Injury Management:

RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) Protocol

Common Injuries:

Adapted Sports

The Robins Adapted Athletics teams are Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) varsity level athletics for students with disabilities. Our teams serve students in grades 7-12 from Robbinsdale, Hopkins, Mound-Westonka and St. Louis Park school districts. Our sports are indoor activities, with all of our games and practices held in a gymnasium, competing against teams from all over the Twin Cities and out-state Minnesota.

The Robins have two programs, with the game play rules for each program designed to meet the needs of students with various disabilities.

The P.I. (Physically Impaired) team is for students who have physical or functional health impairments, and is based at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School.
The C.I. (Cognitively Impaired) team is for students that have cognitive or developmental disabilities, and is based at Robbinsdale Cooper High School.

If a students’ disability qualifies him/her for both divisions, families should discuss with our coaching staff which team would best suit the student's needs. Students interested in our program are encouraged to visit a practice or game to become more familiar with what we provide.

Robins Athletics website

Adapted Athletics Indoor Soccer (CI)

Adviser(s): Andy Demorett
Where to go for more info: Activities/Athletics Office
Season:   April-May
When activity takes place:   Two times per week
Competitions/performances:   Interscholastic
Eligibility requirements:   CI Division: Open to students with cognitive impairments as defined by the local special education department. Students who are cognitively impaired, grades 7 through 12 or ages 13-20 are eligible.
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee per season
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Adapted Athletics Floor Hockey (CI)

Adviser(s): Sam Fleming and John Rivers
Where to go for more info: Activities/Athletics Office
Season:   January-March
When activity takes place:   Two-three times per week
Competitions/performances:   Interscholastic
Eligibility requirements:   CI Division: Open to students with cognitive impairments as defined by the local special education department. Students who are cognitively impaired, grades 7 through 12 or ages 13-20 are eligible.
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee per season
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Adapted Athletics Indoor Softball (CI)

Adapted Athletics Indoor Soccer (PI)

Adviser(s):   Marcus Onsum
Where to go for more info:   763-504-8533
Season:   September-November
When activity takes place:   Two times per week
Competitions/performances:   Interscholastic
Eligibility requirements:   PI Division: Students must be enrolled in school, grades 7 through 12 and making progress toward a high school diploma. All athletes must have a condition/disability which impacts motor function or otherwise impacts their ability to safely play non-adapted inter-scholastic school sports (See Fact Sheet, page 1).
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee per season
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Adapted Athletics Floor Hockey (PI)

Adviser(s):   Marcus Onsum
Where to go for more info:   763-504-8533
Season:   December-March
When activity takes place:   Two times per week
Competitions/performances:   Interscholastic
Eligibility requirements:   PI Division: Students must be enrolled in school, grades 7 through 12 and making progress toward a high school diploma. All athletes must have a condition/disability which impacts motor function or otherwise impacts their ability to safely play non-adapted inter-scholastic school sports. (See Fact Sheet, page 1).
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee per season
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Adapted Athletics Indoor Softball (PI)

Adviser(s):   Marcus Onsum
Where to go for more info:   763-504-8533
Season:   April-May
When activity takes place:   Two times per week
Competitions/performances:   Interscholastic
Eligibility requirements:   PI Division: Students must be enrolled in school, grades 7 through 12 and making progress toward a high school diploma. All athletes must have a condition/disability which impacts motor function or otherwise impacts their ability to safely play non-adapted inter-scholastic school sports. (See Fact Sheet, page 1).
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee per season
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Fall Sports

All Fall Activities begin Monday, August 16, 2021. We will begin taking participation registrations and payments in the activities office on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. Contact the Activities/Athletics office or the head coach of your activity for specific questions.

Cheerleading - Football

Cross Country Running - Boys

A great sport to develop lifelong health habits and good training for winter/spring sports.

Open to boys and girls, grades 7-12.
Run with the most fun collection of athletes at Cooper!
Get in shape for winter and spring sports!
Take part in great activities and trips!
Learn the value of lifelong fitness!
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

Virtual Information Meeting on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 - 1:00 p.m

Google Meet Code: COOPERCC

What day(s) and time does it take place: TBD FOR FALL 2021 SCHEDULE!

Contact/Advisory: Eric Zuccola, Eric_Zuccola@rdale.org

Activity fee: Yes

Cross Country Running - Girls

A great sport to develop lifelong health habits and good training for winter/spring sports.

Open to boys and girls, grades 7-12.
Run with the most fun collection of athletes at Cooper!
Get in shape for winter and spring sports!
Take part in great activities and trips!
Learn the value of lifelong fitness!
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

Virtual Information Meeting on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 - 1:00 p.m

Google Meet Code: COOPERCC

What day(s) and time does it take place: TBD FOR FALL 2021 SCHEDULE!

Contact/Advisory: OPEN

Activity fee: Yes

Football

Soccer - Boys

Soccer - Girls

Swimming/Diving - Girls

Tennis - Girls

Competitive tennis played during the fall season. All levels of play welcome. Open to grades 7-12!
Season Dates: - August 16, 2021 - Mid-October

Practice times - meet at Cooper Tennis Courts:

August 16 - 27, 2021 - 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
August 30 - rest of season - 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Find us on Facebook Group: Robbinsdale Cooper Girls Tennis

Contact/Advisor: Strella Navalta, Strella_Navalta@rdale.org

Activity fee: Yes

Trap & Skeet - Fall

Trap and Skeet are separate shooting disciplines that provide young shooters with competitive leagues hosted at Metro Gun Clubs. Virtual competition allows teams to compete against other schools without additional travel by comparing scores from throughout the state online through the Minnesota Clay Target League. A round of trap and skeet consists of 25 targets per student; each week two rounds are shot for competition.

Adviser(s):   Dean Larsen and Mike Mohr
Season:   Fall and Spring When activity takes place:   Once weekly for 6 weeks in fall, additional optional practice and events. Once weekly for 10 weeks in spring, additional optional practice and events. State Tournaments occur in July.
Competitions/performances:   Weekly shooting and year end Tournaments (Spring only), High Gun & ATA events
Eligibility requirements:   Student in good standing and a Firearm Safety Certification (DNR)
Cost or needed equipment:   TBD – changes yearly. Needed equipment: Eye protection, ear protection, ammunition, firearm (can be rented or shared) and uniform
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes, spring season only

Volleyball

Dance Team, Fall - Performance

Winter Sports

Basketball - Boys

Basketball - Girls

Dance Team - Winter - Competitive

Hockey - Boys

Adviser(s):   Dan Charleston
Where to go for more info:   Athletic/Activities office
Season:   Winter (November-March)
When activity takes place:   Practices Monday through Saturday after school, including winter break
Competitions/performances:   Weeknights and Saturdays
Eligibility requirements:   Tryouts are held each year in November, compliance with MSHSL eligibility rules and District athletic policies.
Average number of members:   40-50 try out, up to 40 kept on junior varsity and varsity
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Hockey - Girls

Adviser(s):   Kelly Cranall
Where to go for more info:   Athletic/Activities office
Season:   Winter (October-February)
Competitions/performances:   Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Eligibility requirements:   Tryouts held in October each year, compliance with MSHSL eligibility rules and District athletic policies
Cost or needed equipment:   $210 participation fee
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes

Nordic Skiing - Boys/Girls

Swimming/Diving - Boys

Wrestling

Cheerleading - Winter

Spring Sports

Baseball

Golf - Boys

Golf - Girls

Lacrosse - Boys

Lacrosse - Girls

Softball

Tennis - Boys

Track - Boys

A multi-event team and individual sport with multiple areas of competition including jumping, throwing, running and relays. Track and Field is a great opportunity to develop strength, agility, speed, and endurance for fall, winter and summer sports.

What day(s) and time does it take place: Every day after school

Contact person and/or email: David Connors, David_Connors@rdale.org

Activity fee: Yes

Track - Girls

A Multi-event team and individual sport with multiple areas of competition including jumping, throwing, running and relays. Track and Field is a great opportunity to develop strength, agility, speed, and endurance for fall, winter and summer sports.

What day(s) and time does it take place: Every day after school

Contact/Advisor: Chris DiSalvi, Christopher_DiSalvi@rdale.org

Activity fee: Yes

Trap & Skeet - Spring

Adviser(s):   Dean Larsen and Mike Mohr
Where to go for more info:   facebook.com/ArmstrongTrap
Season:   Fall and Spring When activity takes place:   Once weekly for 6 weeks in fall, additional optional practice and events. Once weekly for 10 weeks in spring, additional optional practice and events. State Tournaments occur in July.
Competitions/performances:   Weekly shooting and year end Tournaments (Spring only), High Gun & ATA events
Eligibility requirements:   Student in good standing and a Firearm Safety Certification (DNR)
Average number of members:   Fall 40 Spring 60
Cost or needed equipment:   TBD – changes yearly. Needed equipment: Eye protection, ear protection, ammunition, firearm (can be rented or shared) and uniform
Lettering Opportunities:   Yes, spring season only

Robbinsdale area schools authorization and eligibility guidelines for athletics

Minnesota state high school league (MSHSL) Official handbook / bylaws

District Eligibility policy

Robbindsale Cooper high school activities/athletics policies