HS Fall Sports
Get ready for fall sports
- Registration for Fall Sports opens on July 13, 2026.
- Student-athletes involved in a high school sport should anticipate practicing six days per week, including non-school days and Saturdays.
- Non-school days include teacher workshop days, winter break, spring break, summer break and some holidays.
- Individual head coaches determine the attendance policy, team placement and contest participation for their student-athletes.
- To be eligible to compete at the varsity level, students must be registered electronically by the fourth Monday of the season.
- To be eligible to participate in tryouts, student-athletes must be registered before the first day of the season.
- A current Sports Qualifying Physical Exam (SQPE) is required for all student-athletes in order to be eligible to register. SQPE's are good for three years from the date of the exam and may not expire during the season for which you are registering.
- For additional information, not found on specific websites, please contact the Head Coach directly.
Fall competition teams
- Adapted Soccer - Co-Ed
- Bowling
- Cross Country - Boys
- Cross Country - Girls
- Football
- Karate
- Mountain Biking
- Soccer - Boys
- Soccer - Girls
- Swimming & Diving - Girls
- Tennis - Girls
- Volleyball - Girls
Adapted Soccer - Co-Ed
Who: Co-Ed Grades 7-12
Cost: $189
When: September 8, 2026
Practice Schedule: 3:30-5:00 pm on school days, Monday-Thursday.
Dates of Importance:
First Day of Practice: September 8 at 3:30 pm at Stillwater Area High School Gym 4
Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting: September 8 at 5:00 pm - SAHS Gym 4
Equipment Needed: Soccer Shin Guards, Tennis Shoes, Shorts, T-Shirt
This is a co-op team with Mahtomedi High School, with practices being held at Stillwater Area High School. A co-ed team, there are varsity and junior varsity lineups with no tryouts required.
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Head Coach
John Towle
Head Coach
jtowle23@yahoo.com
Bowling
Who: Grades 7-12
Cost: $50
When: August 17, 2026
Practice Schedule: Monday and Wednesdays 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm at Stillwater Bowl
Equipment Needed: Bowling Ball & Shoes (Recommended, not required). Dress slacks or skort required for competition.
Additional Team Fee: Up to $150
Minnesota High School Bowling is a co-ed activity in the Fall. Minnesota High School Bowling is administered by the Bowling Proprietors Associations of Minnesota (BPAM) and is governed by a set of rules that have been modeled after those of the Minnesota State High School League. The SAHS Bowling team competes in the Metro East Conference. All students with minimum knowledge of bowling are welcome to join and members are eligible to earn a varsity letter.
Matches against other high schools are on Fridays at 3:30 pm. Practice is 4:00-5:30 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays at Stillwater Bowl. There is NO TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED. The first practice is August 17. Matches start first or second week of September.
If you are a new student to our team, please text or email Jesse Curtis before the first practice. More information can be shared at that point.
763-772-2032
Jesse.e.curtis@gmail.com
Electronic registration is required.
Cross Country - Boys
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $252
When: August 17-November 7, 2026
Days of Importance:
Parent Meeting: Tuesday, August 18 at 6:45 pm in the Stillwater High School Main Forum (D205).
Summer Practice: Starts on Monday, June 22 at Stillwater Middle School, Monday-Saturday from 9:00 am-11:00 am throughout the summer. Captains will lead some of the practice sessions. If athletes are in town and not on vacation, come run with us!
Practice will resume at SAHS for the week of August 17 at 3:15 pm.
Practice Schedule: 3:15 pm-5:30 pm on school days (SAHS Track unless otherwise communicated) and 9:00 am-11:00 am on non-school days and Saturdays (Stillwater Middle School Track).
Equipment Needed: Running/Training Shoes, Pool/Beach Towel, Training Stick (see coach for more information), Racing Spikes.
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Head Coach
Ryan Miller
millerr@stillwaterschools.org
Assistant Coach
Katie Kadera
kaderak@stillwaterschools.org
Cross Country - Girls
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $252
When: August 17-November 6, 2026
Practice Schedule: 3:30-5:30 pm on school days (SAHS Track, unless otherwise communicated) and 8:00-11:00 am on non-school days and Saturdays (Stillwater Middle School, unless otherwise communicated).
Dates of Importance:
First Day of Practice: August 17 at 3:30 pm at SAHS Track
Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting: August 18 at 5:30 pm - SAHS/D205
Equipment Needed: Running/Training Shoes, Racing Spikes
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Football
Stillwater Area Ponies 9-12 Basic Information and Practice Calendar
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $315
When: August 17-November 2026
Practice Schedule: 3:30 pm-6:30 pm on school days and non-school days. Saturday practices from 8:30 am-11:00 am for Varsity and JV. Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday, including non-school days and some holidays.
Starting Week 3, non-lift days for Grade 9 and Grade 10 will push closer to two hours total time commitment. This is true of Wednesdays for Varsity as well.
In-Season Lift Schedule - STARTING WEEK THREE
Varsity/JV/10 7:15 am-8:00 am on school days
9 3:30 pm on Monday and Friday school days
Dates of Importance:
08/17/26 V/JV/B/9 First Day of School and Practice: SAHS Locker Room
08/18/26 V/JV Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting at 6:30 pm
08/19/26 9/10 Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting at 6:30 pm
09/07/26 V/JV/10 Labor Day Practice 3:30 pm-6:00 pm
Week 1
8/17/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-7:30 pm (uniform handout)
8/17/26 9 3:30 pm-7:30 pm (equipment and uniform handout)
8/18/26 V/JV/10 7:15 am-8:00 am (Special Teams Installation)
8/18/26 3:30 pm-6:30 pm (11th-12th Parent Meeting at 6:30 pm)
8/18/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/19/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/19/26 11/12 Back to Football Night with VAA teams 6:30-8:00 pm
8/19/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm (9th-10th Parent/Player Meeting at 6:30 pm and snacks provided for players)
8/20/26 V/JV/10 7:15 am-8:00 am (Special Teams Installation)
8/20/26 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/20/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/21/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/21/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
Week 2
8/24/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/24/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/25/26 V/JV/10 7:15 am-8:00 am (Special Teams Installation)
8/25/26 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/25/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/26/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-6:00 pm
8/26/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/27/26 V/JV/10 7:15 am-8:00 am (Special Teams Installation)
8/27/26 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/27/26 9 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
8/28/26 V/JV/10 3:30 pm-7:00 pm
8/28/26 9 3:30 pm-7:00 pm
8/29/26 V/JV/10 9:00 am-11:00 am at MG Scrimmage (Bus at 6:45 am)
8/29/26 9 9:00 am-12:00 pm (Freshman Scrimmage at SAHS)
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Equipment Needed: Football Cleats, Five Piece Girdle (hips, thigh, tail), padlock.
Additional Team Fee: TBD payable at Parent/Guardian/Student Athlete Meeting
For more information: WWW.PONIESFOOTBALL.COM
Electronic registration is required.
Karate
Who: Grades 7-12
Cost: $50
When: August 17, 2026-May 21, 2027
Other fees as required
This program is run through the Edge Martial Arts. The martial arts program is not just to defend yourself but also a way to develop discipline, perseverance, respect, humility, sportsmanship, and confidence. These life skills will transfer to everyday life whether it be academic, social, or career driven.
Please contact Coach Anderson prior to registering to determine your current skill and belt level experience.
Electronic registration is required.
Mountain Biking
Who: Grades 6-12
Cost: $50
When: July 7 - October 12, 2026
Equipment Needed: Safe MTB bike, helmet, closed toe shoes, water bottle
Registration and Fees:
- Minnesota Cycling League Registration: $100
- Minnesota Cycling Race Fee: $50-150 (race number dependent)
- Stillwater MTB Team Fee: $150
- Stillwater High School Fee: $50 (register between July 13-August 18)
Register directly with the Stillwater Mountain Bike Team and the Minnesota Cycling League between April 1 - August 8.
School Day Practices: Beginning August 18
Monday: 4:00-5:30 pm (Maintenance)
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
Summer Practices: July 7-August 13, 2026
Tuesday: 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Competition Schedule:
August 29-30: Xcel Energy, Shakopee, MN
September 12-13: Whitetail Ridge, River Falls, WI
September 26-27: Gamehaven Scout Camp, Rochester, MN
October 3-4: Cuyuna Mountain Bike Area, Crosby, MN
October 11-12: State Championship Redhead Mountain Bike Park, Chisholm, MN
This is an independent provider activity and not a MSHSL sport. All riders must register with the team BEFORE they are allowed to participate. Contact registration@sasca-mn.org when registering to get the 2026 team code and registration instructions.
For more information, visit www.stillwatermtb.com and www.minnesotacycling.org.
Soccer - Boys
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $252
When: Aug. 17 - Oct. 30, 2026
Dates of Importance:
Aug. 16: Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting at 6:00 pm at SAHS Cafeteria
Head Coach Jake Smothers will discuss the details for the upcoming season. This will include information on tryouts, team formation, fundraising, and address any of your questions. Cheri from CC Stitcheri will also be at the meeting with samples of this year's spirit wear and order forms.
Sunday, Aug. 16: Meeting, 6 p.m., SAHS Cafeteria
Monday, Aug. 17: Varsity Tryouts - 7:00-9:00 pm, SAHS Stadium
Tuesday, Aug.18: Varsity Tryouts, 7:00-9:00 pm, SAHS Stadium
Wednesday, Aug. 19: Varsity Tryouts: 6:30-8:30 pm, SAHS Stadium
Wednesday, Aug. 19: Lower Level Tryouts: 5:00-7:00 pm, SAHS Turf 1
Thursday, Aug. 20: Varsity Tryouts: 6:30-8:30 pm, SAHS Stadium
Thursday, Aug. 20: Lower Level Tryouts: 5:00-7:00 pm, SAHS Turf 1
Friday, Aug. 21: Varsity Tryouts: 6:30-8:30 pm, SAHS Stadium
Friday, Aug.21: Lower Level Tryouts: 5:00-7:00 pm, SAHS Turf 1
Equipment Needed: Certified Soccer Ball, Soccer Cleats, Water Bottle, Certified Shin Guards, Appropriate Attire
Additional Team Fee: $50 payable at Parent/Guardian/Student Athlete Meeting.
Practice Schedule:
Varsity: 7-9 p.m. on school days and non-school days, and 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Saturdays.
JV/B: 3:30 p.m -5:00 p.m. on school days.
Grade 9 Team: 3:30 p.m- 5:00 p.m. on school days.
The varsity team is composed of the top-22 players in the program, while junior varsity is made up of Grade 11 and 12 players (with select student-athletes in Grade 10), who are not placed on varsity. The JV2 team are Grade 9 and 10 players who are not placed on Varsity or JV, while the B Team are Grade 10 and 11 players not placed on Varsity, JV, or JV2. The Grade 9 team are players not placed on Varsity or JV2.
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Head Coach
Jake Smothers
jdsmothers@gmail.com
Soccer - Girls
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $252
When: August 17-October 31, 2026 (approximate end date)
Practice Schedule: 5:00 pm or 7:00 pm for varsity on school days, 3:30 p.m. for JV, B and C teams on school days. Non-school days and Saturdays TBD.
Dates of Importance:
Sunday, August 16: Parent/Guardian/Student Athlete Meeting at 6:30 p.m. - SAHS Room D205
August 17-21: Varsity tryouts from 6:40 am-8:10 am, and 5:30 pm-7:30 pm on SAHS Turf 1
August 19-21: JV, B, and C tryouts from 3:30 pm-5:30 pm on SAHS Turf 1
Saturday, August 22: Scimmages for all levels at Stillwater, 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Those who are interested in playing Varsity would need to come to tryouts starting on August 17. For those just wanting to play at a lower level, you do not need to come until the tryout on Wednesday. It is important that you are at all tryouts sessions, as unfortunately there will be cuts from the girls soccer program.
Equipment Needed: Soccer Ball, Soccer Cleats, Water Bottle, Shin Guards
Additional Team Fee: $50-$100 payable at Parent/Guardian/Student Athlete Meeting.
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Swimming & Diving - Girls
Who: Grades 7-12
Cost: $294
When: Aug. 17 - Nov. 2026
Practice Schedule:
Week days August 17-September 11: 3:45 pm - 6:15 pm
Starting September 14: 3:45 pm -6:00 pm
7:00 am - 9:30 am on non-school days and Saturdays
NOTE: District shuttle buses provide transportation from Oak-Land Middle School and Stillwater Area High School to Stillwater Middle School for practice (ELEPHANT Bus).
Dates of Importance:
Aug. 17: First Day of Practice, 3:45 pm -6:15 pm at Stillwater Middle School Pool
Aug. 19: Parent Meeting (SAHS Large Forum Room/D205) 6:15 pm -7:45 pm
- 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm - Parent sign-up and information collection
- 7:00 pm. - Coach/captain informational presentation
- Additional Team Fee: $40 per family suggested donation (collected at Parent Meeting). Please bring checkbook.
Aug. 22: After practice team brunch, team and individual photos taken, Big Sister/Little Sister announced. This will take place after practice until approximately 1:30 pm. PLAN AHEAD.
Equipment Needed: Black suit for meets, team jacket, cap, goggles, and towel.
Team apparel - Only requirement for new athletes is the team jacket.
Phase 1 closes August 9. These orders will be processed at that time.
Phase 2 closes August 20. These orders will be processed at that time.
Purchase suit online with a team discount if you need one
Website open July 14-August 19. Deadline to purchase August 19.
NOTE: Suits ordered will be delivered after the August 19 deadline as a group shipment.
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Tennis - Girls
Girls Tennis is a no-cut sport. We will divide into multiple-level teams depending on the number of players opposing teams have.
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $231
When: August 17-October 30, 2026
Practice Schedule: Monday-Friday from 3:30 pm-5:30 pm (occasional additional practices could be added TBD)
Dates of Importance:
Captain Practices: July 17 and August 8 from 9:00 am-11:00 am
Parent Meeting: Monday, August 17 from 5:00-6:30 pm in the Cafeteria
Sign up for Team Remind App
Send a text to 81010. Message @d7cb66a
Equipment Needed: Tennis Racquet, Court Shoes, Active Wear, Water Bottle
Additional Team Fee: Booster Club Fee: $100 payable at Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete meeting
Student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.
Head Coach
Dave Kahl
kahld@stillwaterschools.org
Volleyball - Girls
Who: Grades 9-12
Cost: $273
When: Aug. 17 - Nov. 6, 2026 (Varsity)/-Oct. 21, 2026 (9B/JV)
Practice Schedule:
9A/9B: 3:30 pm-5:30 pm
10th: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
JV: 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
Varsity: 3:30 pm-5:30 pm
Dates of Importance:
Monday Aug. 17-Wednesday Aug. 19: Tryouts from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm in SAHS Gyms 1-4
Wear athletic clothing, bring a water bottle and snack for breaks. Teams will be decided and shared in individual meetings with the player at the end of Day 3 of tryouts.
Thursday, August 20: Parent/Guardian/Student-Athlete Meeting from 7:00 pm-8:00 pm at SAHS Large Forum Room (D205). Additional Team Fee: $300 payable at Parent/Guardian/Student Athlete Meeting. Please bring check book.
Thursday, August 20: Pictures and Apparel Try-On from 3:30 pm-7:00 pm; dinner will be provided.
Equipment Needed: Knee Pads, Spandex Shorts, Volleyball Shoes, Water Bottle
VARSITY student-athletes should be prepared to participate in practice and competitions Monday through Saturday including non-school days and some holidays.
Electronic registration is required.