Rensselaer Athletics: Important Fall Sports Sign-Up & Schedule Updates

As we prepare for the Fall 2026 athletic season, the Athletics Department has issued an urgent call for student-athlete registration, along with updated schedules for workouts and weight room access.

1. Fall Sports Registration (Action Required ASAP)

Any student wishing to participate in a fall sport who has not yet registered must do so immediately with school nurse Tammy Slingerland.

• Email Contact: tslingerland@rcsd.k12.ny.us
• Procedure: Contact Nurse Slingerland through the health office to state your intent to play and obtain a registration/health history packet.
• Physical Exam Requirement: An up-to-date physical examination must be on file with the health office prior to the start of the season. Students will not be cleared for participation without a current physical.

2. Varsity Football Workout (Tonight)

• Date & Time: Monday, July 27, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: RHS Football Field
• Attendance: All students planning to play Varsity Football this fall are expected to attend.

3. Summer Open Weight Room Schedule

Open weight room sessions remain available from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for any student planning to play a fall sport. Sessions are supervised by a varsity football staff member. Students should enter the building through the High School Office doors.

• July Dates: 27, 28, 30
• August Dates: 4, 5, 11, 13

4. Fall Sports Official Start Dates

Practice times and exact field/gym locations will be distributed at least one week prior to each start date.

• Varsity Football: August 17
• Modified Football, All Other Varsity & JV Sports: August 24
• All Other Modified Sports: August 31