Athletics

• The start date and 1st practices for interscholastic athletics in 2026-2027 for incoming Pawling HS 9th- 12th grade students will be on Monday, August 24, 2026 for varsity boys’ & girls’ cross country, varsity field hockey, varsity boys’ & girls’ soccer, varsity tennis and varsity girls’ volleyball.
• NOTE SECTION 9 VARSITY SPORTS BEGIN 1 WEEK EARLIER THAN SECTION 1 SPORTS-SO PAWLING VARSITY FOOTBALL PRACTICES BEGIN AT 7AM ON MONDAY AUGUST 17, 2026
• The start date for interscholastic athletics in 2025-2026 for incoming Pawling MS 7th and 8th graders (as well as PHS 9th graders playing football) will be right after school on Thursday, September 10, 2026 and will conclude in time for the 4 PM bus. This meeting will be for all middle school modified fall sports: boys’ & girls’ cross country, field hockey, boys’ & girls’ soccer, girls’ volleyball and football (modified football includes 7th, 8th and 9th graders). (Students DO NOT need workout gear for this meeting on September 4.)

The 2026-2027 sports seasons’ registrations will be processed through ARBITER SPORTS formerly FAMILYID .COM. and remain open for 2 weeks and then close for the processing of medical forms and registrations.

Sign-ups for incoming high school (JV and Varsity) athletes will open on July 24 and close on August 7.

Sign-ups for incoming middle school (modified) athletes will open on August 7 and close on August 21.

Go to Arbitersports and create an account if you have not done so before. After setting up your account, use your login to search for the Pawling Tiger sports program for which you would like to register. For returning athletes, parents can simply login to their existing account and register for their fall sport for 2026. If you have any difficulty please contact: CONTACT US! support@arbitersports.com | 800-311-4060.  

ARBITERSPORTS aka FamilyID.com has superior customer service in helping you to register.

Parents should have plans to provide the school nurse with an updated private physical using a NYSED Health Exam FormOpens in a new browser tab in order for their child to participate in interscholastic athletics for the 2026-2027 school year.

Please remember to bring a copy of the updated Health Exam Form for your pediatrician to complete. All registration paperwork should be completed and submitted on Arbitersports two weeks in advance of the first official team practice listed above in order for the school nurses to clear your student in time for participation in the first team practice. This can all be done on the Arbitersports website where the forms are available. For those without internet access, appointments can and must be made with the athletic department for in-person sports registration by calling 845-855-4670 at least three weeks prior to the first official practices listed above! 

If the  PCSD offers school physicals, the dates and times will be posted on the Athletic Calendar but at this time there are no scheduled PCSD school physicals so parents should have alternate plans to provide a private physical at registration on ARBITERSPORTS.

Pawling Central School District Calendar

All dates, meetings, practices, game schedules and athletic events for all sports for the 2026-2027 seasons including optional summer skill sessions supervised by PCSD coaches will be listed on the Pawling CSD Athletic Department Calendar at Pawling Central School District Calendar and can be reached through the District Homepage (Scroll over Calendars and click on Athletics Calendar). You can sign up to create your own account in order to follow/track your child’s team schedule and get instant schedule change notification to your email and/or cell number.

The Pawling Central School District Athletic Department will hold an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in the Pawling High School (Athletic Department-enter around back near Gymnasium). This is an annual, recurring meeting for parents new to PCSD interscholastic athletics for the purpose of answering frequently asked questions about participation in the Pawling CSD athletic programs. This meeting is for the parents/guardians (not student-athletes) of incoming 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade students as well as any students new to the PCSD interested in participating in interscholastic athletics. This is just an informational meeting for parents new to PCSD interscholastic athletics; again, attendance is not required.

Fall Sports registration for all PHS student athletes will open at ARBITERSPORTS; Arbiter on Friday July 24, 2026 and close on Friday, Aug 7, 2026 in order for the Health Forms to be processed. Registration after August 8 may result in a delayed/late participation date for your child.

Fall Sports registration for all PCMS student athletes will open at Arbiter on Friday August 7, 2026 and close on Friday Aug 21, 2026 in order for the Health Forms to be processed. Registration after August 21 may result in a delayed/late participation date for your child.

• In order to prevent conflicts in commitments to their child’s varsity teammates and coaches, the families of Pawling Varsity High School student athletes should try to avoid family vacations, jobs and other student-athlete commitments anytime after the summer practice start date of August 24, 2026. 
• The HS Fall seasons begins with the first official practices on Monday, August 24, 2026 and all HS athletes should be in attendance at these first practices.

• The first day of school for the Pawling CSD is Wednesday, September 9, 2026. (9/6/26)
• Please be aware that NYS and Sectional Championship tournament schedules will NOT be changed for students taking S.A.T.’s on conflicting dates with sporting events. Students scheduled to take SAT’s on the day of a game or practice will need to make a choice but should always notify their coaches and the Athletic Department well in advance to avoid last minute conflicts.

I hope you find this information helpful, and as always, please feel free to contact me by phone or email at the Interscholastic Athletic Department if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

John Bellucci PCSD
Director of Interscholastic Athletics  
845-855-4670 belluccij@pcsdny.org

Dear Pawling Parents/Guardians and Athletes,

If your student athlete is interested in participating in Interscholastic Athletics, please follow the
instructions below.

Signing Up for Sports:

1) Athletes must have an updated physical (or one that is not expired) on file with the
nurse.

(NOTE: Prior to participation in interscholastic practices, skill sessions or games students who have had Covid must have  both 1.) a "post-covid" clearance from a healthcare provider that also includes 2.) a "post-Covid" cardiac clearance for their own health and safety.  Please ask the school nurse if you have any questions about these required clearances.)

2) The Middle School Nurse is Gemma Sutton. Email: SuttonG@pcsdny.org; High School
Nurse is Beth Koerner, Email: KoernerB@pcsdny.org
1) FAMILY ID Access:
a) The link is accessible on the Pawling Website. Please access the website.

ArbiterSports.com (familyid.com)

b) Click on “Our District”.
c) Then “Departments”
d) Click on “Athletics”
e) On the Athletic page, the left column is titled “Quick Links” and Family ID is listed
below.

2) Arbitersports Registration:

a) Once in Arbitersports, create an account and click on “Find Program”.
b) Program: “Pawling CSD Athletic Department”.
c) The list of programs open for registration will pop up. Please read carefully and
make sure that you select the right program level (i.e., Modified/MS or High
School).

3) Arbitersports Approval:

a) Once you have registered your student athlete, the school nurse will review the
application and approve or disapprove the registration.
b) Please check the status of your student athlete’s registration prior to sending him
or her to practice.

• John Bellucci
  Athletic Director
  845-855-4670
  belluccij@pcsdny.org

• Beth Koerner
  HS Nurse
  845-855-4616
  koernerb@pcsdny.org

• Gemma Sutton
  MS Nurse
  845-855-4140
  suttong@pcsdny.org
   
• Brooke Babbitt
  Athletic Trainer
  845-855-1337
  babbittb@pcsdny.org
   
• Melissa Smith
  Athletic Department Secretary
  845-855-4670
  ​​​​​​​smithm@pcsdny.org

Interested in Coaching/Volunteering for the Pawling Central School District Interscholastic Athletic Department?

Anyone interested in Coaching (or Volunteering-which has the same requirements) must follow the NYSED/NFHS pathway.

Please go to NYSED.govOpens in a new browser tab or use the link below:

Professional Coaching License: Types of Certificates and Licenses

All Pawling CSD Coaches/Volunteers must complete:
a. SED Approved First Aid course 
b. SED Approved CPR/AED course 
c. Child Abuse recognition course 
d. School Violence Prevention Course, 
e. DASA training 
f. Fingerprinting
g. Concussion management (CDC or NFHS)

Then complete annual professional development courses as per NYSED and/or NFHS to continue coaching each year.

Please review the NYSED website at the link provided above and call if you are interested in completing the requirements listed above.

Here are some helpful links and steps to guide you through the process:

1. Create a Teach Online Account: (IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE A TEACHONLINE ACCOUNT FROM THE PAST...DO NOTCREATE A NEW ACCOUNT ...IF YOU FORGOT YOUR USERNAME OR PASSWORD - GO TO THE CLICK HERE TAB)
   
   IF YOU NEVER HAD AN ACCOUNT: Create an account if you don't have one at: TEACHE Resources: TEACH SYSTEM
    
2. Fingerprinting: One time, no need to repeat or update:

   (Check or get Fingerprinting clearance with HR:  PAWLING HR: Lisa Kozlowski 855-2028 and/or Christine Belcher 855-2022, they can see if you are in the fingerprint database for NYS Education Department but will need your permission to check.)

   If never fingerprinted make an appointment through: identoGO
   Certification 14ZGQT

3. One time, no need to repeat or update:

   DASA 6 hour workshop training: at WorkshopExpress

   Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop

   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

   Can take the next 2 (# 4 AND # 5) at either ACRA 

   ACRA: Abused Child Research Associates (A little cheaper here) or at the Why Workshop Express Offers Fast Quotes and Precision CNC Parts for Engineers

4. One time, no need to repeat or update: (Child Abuse Prevention Workshop)

5. One time, no need to repeat or update: School Violence Prevention Workshop

6. As of now, Every 2 years update required: Concussion in Sports at NFHSLearn | Interscholastic Education Made Easy

7. As of now, Every 2 years update required: AED/CPR and 1st Aid .must be NYSED approved for coaching .........with Brooke Babbitt Pawling CSD Athletic Trainer offers it periodically if you need it.

8. After the season apply at NYSED for the Temporary coaching License.

After 1 season, You will need to apply for the temporary coaching certificate for whatever sport you coach and pay the application fee. Here is the link to TEACH:

TEACH Resources: TEACH System :OTI:NYSED

The interscholastic athletic program at Pawling Central Schools is an integral part of the educational program of the District. The benefits of a comprehensive athletic program provide not only member athletes, but all students, staff, parents and community members’ opportunities for school/community interaction, the development of an involved, active citizenry, building school pride and increased interest and involvement in all school activities.

The philosophy of the Pawling Central School District Athletic Department supports the development of students who are well rounded, productive and contributing members of our community and a democratic society in general. 

The experiences gained through team competition in interscholastic athletics provide student/athletes learning opportunities that are complimentary to those learned in the classroom and yet are recognized as unique. These equally important lessons provide completeness to the development of the individual and the entire learning community that cannot be attained in the classroom alone. Students who choose to participate in interscholastic athletics are exposed to opportunities that further develop social, emotional and athletic skills.  Student-Athletes at the interscholastic level are taught to dismiss the concept of entitlement and learn the value of earned play time.  Furthermore, students develop a sense of team work, sportsmanship, self-discipline, dedication, hard work, and respect in addition to a lifestyle promoting physical health and wellness. 

It is the goal of the Pawling Central School District Athletic Department to work in partnership with student-athletes, families, and the many community groups to experience quality, productive and enjoyable athletic opportunities.

Join us on SportsYou to access Pawling Sports Scores and Highlights! 

Click below to find out how:

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To join SportsYou, enter your unique access code below and follow the instructions.

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Join via Website

New Users

1. From your computer or phone, go to sportsyou.comOpens in a new browser tab
2. Click Get Your Free Account and enter your email
3. Go to your email and click Confrm Your Email
4. Click Enter Access Code to enter code, then fnish set up
    

Existing Users

1. From your computer or phone, go to sportsyou.comOpens in a new browser tab and login
2. In left column, click Join Team/Group 3. Click Enter Access Code to enter code

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or in the app stores

Join via App

New Users

1. On mobile device download sportsYou app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)
2. Tap Create Account or Continue with Google
3. Tap Enter Access Code to enter code, then fnish set up
    

Existing Users

1. On mobile device login
2. In bottom tray, tap Teams/Groups
3. Tap blue + button, then tap Join Team/ Group

THE INTENT OF THE APP IS TO PROVIDE A PROTOCOL FOR THOSE DISTRICTS THAT CHOOSE TO ALLOW STUDENTS IN GRADES 7 AND 8 TO MOVE UP; OR FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-12 TO MOVE DOWN, ALLOWING THEM TO PARTICIPATE SAFELY AT AN APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF COMPETITION BASED UPON PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL READINESS AND ATHLETIC ABILITY RATHER THAN AGE AND GRADE ALONE.

GUIDELINES FOR MIXED COMPETITION ON INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC TEAMS 

These guidelines are issued to assist schools in the implementation of Section 135.4(c)(7)(ii)(c) of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education which govern interscholastic competition involving members of both sexes on a single school team. The following general information should be noted by the school personnel who are responsible for the implementation of the Regulations: ? The purpose of the regulation is to preserve the health and safety of students while assuring that students of both sexes have opportunity to participate successfully in interschool competition. Athletic opportunity in mixed competition is allowed under the conditions set forth in the regulations for specific sports identified in subclause (2) of section 135.4(c)(7)(ii)(c), as well as all other sports not so identified. ? The regulation provides for students involved in mixed competition to be placed on teams at appropriate levels of competition based upon the individual’s medical history, maturity, physical data, fitness scores and skills. The guidelines are to be used for both junior high school and senior high school programs.
 
Completing the NYSPHSAA 
APP process:

1. Meet with Athletic Director and complete Parent Permission forms(Appendix B)
2. Committee review: (includes PCMS staff who know the students)
3. Medical clearance/exam/evaluation including Tanner Stage (Private (accepted for district medical director's final review) and paperwork for APP (Appendix C)(also see Appendix H)
4. Coach's Sport Skill Evaluation (Appendix D) (From sport specific coach)
5. Physical Fitness test (Appendix E- P.E. teacher)(also see Appendices I,J and A)
6. Tryout (Appendix G)

athleticplacementprocess12-11-17finalrevised 1 downloaded 2-6-23.pdf

• Section 1 Athletics
• NYSPHSAA
• National Federation of State High School Associations
• NCAA
• New York State Center for School Health 
• Pawling Tigers Athletics

NCAA Eligibility Webinar (FREE) at the NYSPHSAA website:

NCAA PDF Eligibility guidelines:

Please click on the links below to view two informational videos regarding concussions and other injuries associated with contact sports.

Traumatic Brain Injury & Concussion and click on "Launch in External Player" to view the Center for Disease Control video and learn more about risks associated with concussions and contact sports. (Please be patient, this video may take about 2-3 minutes to engage)

Football specific video regarding neck and head injuries: (Including tips on protecting yourself)

• The Dominic Murray Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act.docx 
•  Koerner - Dominic Murray Law-5-22-23 - Spanish.docx

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