Athletic Information

• Fall JV, Varsity Sports, Freshmen Football - Monday, August 18
• Fall Modified Sports - Monday, August 25
• Winter JV, Varsity Sports - Monday, November 17 
• Winter Modified Sports - Monday, December 1
• Spring JV, Varsity Sports - Monday, March 9
• Spring Modified Sports - Monday, March 23

Fall Sports

Varsity & JV start on Monday, August 18
Modified sports start Monday, August 25

• Boys soccer - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Girls soccer - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Football - Modified, Freshmen, JV, Varsity
• Girls Tennis - Modified, Varsity
• Girls Swimming & Diving - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Game Day Cheer - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Cross Country - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Boys Volleyball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Girls Volleyball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Unified Bowling - starts in October

Winter Sports

Varsity & JV start on Monday, November 17
Modified sports start Monday, December 1

• Boys Basketball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Girls Basketball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Boys Wrestling - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Boys Swimming & Diving - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Competitive Cheer - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Indoor Track & Field - Varsity
• Girls Wrestling - Varsity 
• Ice Hockey - Varsity
• Bowling -Varsity
• Alpine Skiing - Varsity

Spring Sports

Varsity & JV start on Monday, March 9
Modified sports start Monday, March 23

• Boys Lacrosse - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Girls Lacrosse - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Baseball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Softball - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Boys Tennis - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Outdoor Track & Field - Modified, JV, Varsity
• Golf - JV, Varsity
• Unified Basketball - Modified, High School - starts in April 

Final Forms Site for Registration

Sports Registration Information

• Registration for sports begins one month prior to the start of the season.
• To be eligible to practice on the first day, students must be registered and cleared by the health staff (Middle School or High School nurses).
• Once registered, students will receive ParentSquare communications from their coaches regarding the start of the season.

Health Office Contacts

If you have questions about health forms or medical clearance, please contact the appropriate school health office:

Middle School Health Office – Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Ryan
📧 MSHealth@canandaiguaschools.org
📞 (585) 396-3860

Academy (High School) Health Office – Mrs. Carr
📧 HSHealth@canandaiguaschools.org
📞 (585) 396-3820

Athletic Office Contact

📞 (585) 396-3825

Caroline Chapman, Director of Athletics & Communications

Eileen Hulme, Department Secretary

Mrs. Hulme joined the athletic department in July 2024 and oversees scheduling for transportation, supervisors, and purchase orders.

Canandaigua Athletics Office 

Canandaigua Academy

435 East Street 

Canandaigua, NY 14424

(585) 396-3825

Jeremy Herniman, MS, ATC, CSCS

Jeremy Herniman has been a certified athletic trainer for over 20 years through the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Concussion Management Specialist. Since joining UR Medicine Thompson Health in 2010, Jeremy has proudly served as the athletic trainer at Canandaigua Academy for 15 years, supporting athletes across all sports seasons.

Jeremy is on campus five days a week from 2:30–4:00 or 4:30, depending on the season, and is present at most home events. He oversees injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and manages all ImPACT concussion testing.

As a key part of the sports medicine team, Jeremy serves as a vital connection between athletes, parents, coaches, school staff, and physicians. His work contributes to Canandaigua Academy’s recognition as a NATA Safe Sports School, reflecting the district’s strong commitment to athlete safety.

If your student has an injury, please encourage them to visit Jeremy during training room hours.

The Canandaigua City School District recognizes the importance of student participation in extracurricular activities. These activities provide a unique experience where students can develop good character, self-discipline, teamwork, goal setting, and social skills. Participating in these activities is a privilege and students have a responsibility to adhere to the student code of conduct and the extracurricular code of conduct. Investigations of the Student Code of Conduct will be conducted by District staff, and if appropriate, law enforcement officials; or others acting in an official capacity.

Student Code of Conduct

The Canandaigua City School District has an established code of conduct. Violations of the code of conduct that result in discipline will result in a student being unable to participate in their activity if they have in school or off-site suspension.

In School Suspension

Students who have In School Suspension (ISS) for a violation of the Canandaigua City School District Code of Conduct are not able to participate in practice, games or their activity the day of their suspension. It is up to the coach or advisor if they are expected to attend if they have ISS.

Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Major Violations that result in Off-Site Suspension or a Significant Consequence

Students who have Off-Site Suspension (OSS) for a violation of the Canandaigua City School District Code of Conduct are not able to come on school property and cannot participate in practices or games during their suspension. They face the list of consequence below.

No student shall use, possess, sell or distribute alcohol and/or other substances on school grounds, at school-sponsored events or on a bus. No student shall use or possess drug paraphernalia or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol on school grounds or at school-sponsored events. Violations in high school are cumulative throughout their high school career. Consequences not completed in the current season carry over until the next season. Middle school students will start high school with a clean slate; previous events will not be counted as offenses.

Teams that play less than 10 contests during the regular season

• 1st Offense – loss of 2 games
• 2nd Offense – loss of 4 games
• 3rd Offense – loss of 4 games and review to determine future eligibility

Teams that play 11-15 contests during the regular season

• 1st Offense – loss of 3 games
• 2nd Offense – loss of 6 games
• 3rd Offense – loss of 6 games and and review to determine future eligibility

Teams that play 16-20 contests during the regular season

• 1st Offense – loss of 4 games
• 2nd Offense – loss of 8 games
• 3rd Offense – loss of 8 games and and review to determine future eligibility

Non Athletic Consequences

Consequences for the musical, play, and robotics will mimic the consequences found for athletes as closely as possible.

Off Season

Code of Conduct that result in Off-Site Suspension while a student is not involved in their activity will lead to result in a code of conduct violation and the consequence will be be administered in the next activity in which they participate. If a student participates in a restorative practice, their consequence may be reduced.

Student Attendance Expectations

• Students must participate in Physical Education to be eligible for practice or competition.
• Students who are absent for at least fifty percent of any given school day (CMS arrival at 10:45) may not participate in extracurricular activities for that day. An excused absence with a verified note can be reviewed by the principal or designee.
• If a student is truant for any part of the school day, they may not eligible to participate that day or the following day.

Hazing

Hazing is defined as intentionally or recklessly engaging in conduct during the course of another person’s initiation into or affiliation with any or organization, which created a substantial risk of physical injury to such other person or a third person.

Any acts of hazing are strictly prohibited and could result in the suspension or dismissal from an activity and in some circumstances subject the perpetrator to arrest. Any reported or suspected form of hazing will be investigated.

Social Media

Student athletes who use social media as a form of communication are expected to do so responsibly. Inappropriate social media posting can have a disruptive impact on the morale and success of a team.

Any posting that contains bullying, forms of hazing, display of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco, indecent or derogatory photos or another detrimental or disruptive posts could result in the suspension or dismissal from an activity.

Established Rules by Coaches/ Advisors

All students are expected to comply with the established team/activity rules, procedures and instructions of the CCSD staff. Coaches and advisors have the authority to suspend a student temporarily for failure to comply with the rules and procedures or when the athlete’s safety or safety of others requires such action.

Permanent removal from the team will result after the coach has communicated with the principal or designee, the student, and the parents/guardians.

Appeals Process

An appeal can be made in writing to the building principal or director of athletics within three days. Appeals may be made to the extracurricular review board and appeals must be received in writing to the building administration or athletic director within three days of notification of the penalty. 

The review board will be made up of three school district personnel which may include the athletic director, the principal or designee and a third party faculty member. For meetings reviewing the conduct of an athlete, the meeting will be chaired by the principal or designee. For meetings of a non-athlete will be chaired by the athletic director or principal's designee. The review board may modify violation consequences. 

Should a student disagree with the determination of the review board, they may appeal to the Superintendent of Schools in writing within five days of the notification of the Review Board's determination. The decision of the Superintendent shall be final. 

Dogs are not permitted on campus during school sporting events at Canandaigua City School District facilities.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Campus Maps & Directions

The next Canandaigua Athletic Hall of Fame Induction will be at Homecoming 2027. 

The last induction ceremony was held at Homecoming 2024.

Canandaigua Athletic Hall of Fame

The Dominic Murray Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act is a new law as of July 1, 2022. This law requires schools, students, and parents/guardians have information on sudden cardiac arrest risks, signs, and symptoms. Please note that sudden cardiac arrest in children and youth is rare. The incidence of sudden cardiac death (SCD) on the playing field is 0.61 in 100,000.1

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is an emergency that happens when the heart suddenly stops working. SCA can cause death if not treated immediately, and even with treatment death may occur. Immediate treatment is cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED). All public schools must have a staff member trained in the use of CPR and AED in school and at all school athletic events.

Preventing SCA before it happens is the best way to save a life1. Both your family health history and your child’s personal history must be told to healthcare providers to help them know if your child is at risk for sudden cardiac arrest. Ask your child if they are having any of the symptoms listed below and tell a healthcare provider. Know your family history and tell a healthcare provider of any risk factors listed below.

The signs or symptoms are:

• Fainting or seizure, especially during or right after exercise or with excitement or startled
• Racing heart, palpitations, or irregular heartbeat
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or extreme fatigue with exercise
• Chest pain or discomfort with exercise
• Excessive shortness of breath during exercise
• Excessive, unexpected fatigue during or after exercise

Student’s Personal Risk Factors are:

• Use of diet pills, performance-enhancing supplements, energy drinks, or drugs such as cocaine, inhalants, or “recreational” drugs.2
• Elevated blood pressure or cholesterol
• History of health care provider ordered test(s) for heart related issues
• Student’s Family History Risk Factors are:
• Family history of known heart abnormalities or sudden death before 50 years of age
• Family members with unexplained fainting, seizures, drowning, near drowning or car accidents before 50 years of age
• Structural heart abnormality, repaired or unrepaired

Any relative diagnosed with the following conditions:

• Enlarged Heart/ Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy/Dilated
• Cardiomyopathy
• Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
• Heart rhythm problems, long or short QT interval
• Brugada Syndrome
• Catecholaminergic Ventricular Tachycardia
• Marfan Syndrome- aortic rupture
• Heart attack at 50 years or younger
• Pacemaker or implanted cardiac defibrillator (ICD)

SCA in students at risk can be triggered by athletic activities. To decrease any chance of SCA in a student, the Interval Health History for Athletics must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian before each sports season unless a physical examination has been conducted within 30 days before the start of the season. This form has questions to help identify changes since the last physical examination or health history was completed. School personnel may require a student with health or history changes to see a healthcare provider before participating in athletics.

Finally, the law requires any student who has signs and symptoms of pending SCA be removed from athletic activity until seen by a physician. The physician must provide written clearance to the school for the student to be able to return to athletics.

Please contact the State Education Department’s Office of Student Support Services for questions at studentsupportservices@nysed.gov or 518-486-6090.

As part of our commitment to student-athlete safety, Canandaigua Athletics utilizes IMPACT Concussion Testing — a computerized tool used to help evaluate and manage head injuries (concussions).

IMPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) is a baseline and post-injury test designed to assist healthcare providers in making safe return-to-play decisions for students who may suffer a concussion.

Who Takes the Test?

• All student-athletes in contact and collision sports are required to complete baseline IMPACT testing every two years.

• The test is typically administered to incoming 7th, 9th, and 11th graders, or students new to the program.

How It Works:

• Baseline tests are conducted before the season starts, either at school or at home (if approved).

• If a student sustains a head injury, a post-injury test is administered and results are compared to the baseline to assess recovery.

Important Notes:

• The test takes about 20–30 minutes to complete.

• Results are interpreted by medical professionals in collaboration with school health staff.

• Participation in the test does not diagnose a concussion; it is one tool used in a broader clinical evaluation.

If you have questions about IMPACT testing, please contact the Athletic Office.