About Athletics at GSFS
At Greene Street Friends School, students in grades 5 through 8 have the exciting opportunity to participate in after-school sports. Through athletics, our students enhance their understanding of teamwork, sportsmanship, commitment, and effort.
Seasonal Offerings:
- Fall: Soccer / Volleyball
- Winter: Basketball
- Spring: Softball
Games and meets are scheduled with other schools for each sport, and students may participate in one sport per season.
Our after-school athletics program aligns with our mission to educate the whole child, fostering growth in multiple areas. Through their participation in sports at GSFS, we aim for students to:
- Experience new challenges
- Learn to be positive team players
- Work towards a shared goal
- Explore leadership in various capacities
- Demonstrate responsibility
- Enhance their skills in their chosen sport
- Embrace a growth mindset, understanding that effort leads to improvement
- Gain insight into their own strengths and challenges
- Appreciate and value the strengths of their teammates
We believe that engaging in athletics is an essential part of personal and communal development at GSFS.
