Gainesville High School
Athletics
Students are encouraged to get involved by participating in one of the many athletic programs offered at Gainesville High School. Athletic opportunities are available during the fall, winter, and spring sports seasons.
Gainesville High School is part of the Cedar Run District in Region 6B.
Sports Offered by Season
Head Coach and Tryout Information
Review the sports offered during each season below. Contact the head coach for a specific sport or the Activities Office if you have questions.
Student-athletes must complete all participation requirements before participating in tryouts or practices.
Fall Sports
| Sport | Head Coach | Email Address | Tryouts Begin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheer – Competition | Sarah Krawchuk | [email protected] | |
| Cheer – Sideline | Sarah Krawchuk | [email protected] | |
| Cross Country – Girls | Connor Lee | [email protected] | |
| Cross Country – Boys | Connor Lee | [email protected] | |
| Field Hockey | Ronald Blair | [email protected] | |
| Football | Tre Cage | [email protected] | |
| Golf | John Miller & Mike Crosby | [email protected] | |
| Marching Band | Vincent Bryk | [email protected] | |
| Volleyball - Boys | Scott Pugmire | [email protected] | |
| Volleyball - Girls | Katherina Kirby | [email protected] |
Winter Sports
| Sport | Head Coach | Email Address | Tryouts Begin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basketball – Boys | Justin Powers | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Basketball – Girls | Daniel Nemerow | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Gymnastics | Victoria Friedl | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Indoor Track – Boys | Connor Lee | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Indoor Track – Girls | Connor Lee | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Swimming & Dive – Boys | Bradley Morrison | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Swimming & Dive – Girls | Bradley Morrison | [email protected] | November 9th |
| Wrestling | Matt Patterson | [email protected] | November 9th |
Spring Sports
| Sport | Head Coach | Email Address | Tryouts Begin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | John Miller | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Crew – Boys | Andre Ter Weele | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Crew – Girls | Andre Ter Weele | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Lacrosse – Boys | Vincent Miller | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Lacrosse – Girls | Audrey Love | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Outdoor Track & Field – Boys | Connor Lee | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Outdoor Track & Field – Girls | Connor Lee | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Soccer – Boys | Fazal Qayumi | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Soccer – Girls | Sarah Joyner | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Softball | Kara Brathwaite | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Tennis – Boys | Darryl Moody | [email protected] | February 22nd |
| Tennis – Girls | Matt Higgins | [email protected] | February 22nd |
Requirements for Participation
A complete athletic registration is required for students to be eligible to participate in the following:
- PWCS high school athletic activities (including tryouts)
- PWCS high school JROTC and marching band (including band camp)
- VHSL-sponsored academic activities
The requirements below must be completed before being permitted to try out for any athletic team or participate in any athletic activities.
Students must:
- Have a completed online student-athletic registration for the 2026-27 school year in Arbiter.
- Have completed Student-Athlete education (part of the online athletic registration process in Arbiter).
- Have a current Virginia High School League (VHSL) physical form (signed by parent/guardian and physician) submitted through the online athletic registration process.
- Maintain eligibility requirements set forth by VHSL and in the PWCS High School Activities and Athletics Eligibility and Participation Guidelines.
Online Student Athletic Registration
Before completing the online athletic registration, students and families should PWCS High School Activities and Athletics Eligibility and Participation Guidelines. PWCS students must adhere to the eligibility and participation requirements outlined in these guidelines to participate in high school athletic activities, VHSL-sponsored academic activities, and high school marching band.
Tickets & Passes
All tickets must be purchased online.
No bags are permitted at any PWCS sporting events
Regular Season Home Games
Purchase online tickets (home games only)
- Age 7-61 years - $7
- Age 6 and under - free
- Age 62 and over - free
Athletic Passes
- Purchase athletic passes online.
- Contact the activities office for more information.
Never Miss a Game
Watch PWCS high school VHSL athletic events live and on demand through the NFHS Network. Stream games from your computer, phone, tablet, or streaming device. A subscription is required.