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MPSSAA Mourns The Passing of Pioneer Patricia Barry

Sep 09, 2018 08:30 AM

We are extremely sad to share the news that Patricia "Pat" Barry, longtime Coordinator of Montgomery County Public School Athletics (MCPS), passed away Thursday night, 9/6. Pat was a champion for equity and a true pioneer in the field of athletic administration, serving not only MCPS but the MPSSAA in multiple capacities. Pat served as MPSSAA President from 1994-1996 and on many State Tournament Committees, including the MPSSAA Girls Basketball State Tournament.

The NFHS Celebrates Their 100th Year!!

Aug 28, 2018 02:00 PM

During the 2018-19 school year, the NFHS will celebrate 100 years as an organization and its 100th Summer Meeting in July, 2019. Throughout the year, the NFHS will highlight and celebrate its extensive history from its formation in 1920 to today. Each month, www.nfhs.org/100years will feature a new video highlighting a part of the NFHS' past. Join us in celebrating the NFHS' centennial year. Read more for links to the centennial page and a celebration kick-off video!

The June Edition Of "SCOUT" Has Been Published!!

Jun 11, 2018 03:40 PM

The June edition of Scout, the official e-magazine of the MPSSAA and the final edition for the 2017-18 school year, is now available for your viewing pleasure by clicking the embedded link! Catch up on all of the happenings, important tasks, and dates to remember for the fall season. In addition, check out the nutrition tips for athletes from our friends at the American Dairy Association North East! Read more to access a direct link to read Scout.

Student-athletes participate in a team building exercise during the 2017 Leadership Conference.

9th Annual Student-Athlete Leadership Conference Sets Positive Tone For 2018-19 School Year!!

Jun 11, 2018 10:50 AM

The 9th annual Student-Athlete Leadership Conference, sponsored by the Allstate Foundation, was hosted by Howard High School on Saturday, 6/9 and all who attended left with newly developed leadership skills ready to be put into action, setting a positive tone for the upcoming 2018-19 school year. Author Craig Hillier kicked off the morning and afternoon sessions in high energy fashion as he delivered his message with a mix of humor, personal stories, and competitive activities.

Group photo twelve of the fourteen Minds in Motion scholarship recipients for 2018.

2018 Minds In Motion Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Winners Honored!!

May 31, 2018 03:55 PM

The fourteen winners of the 2018 Minds In Motion Scholarship sponsored by the Allstate Foundation were honored today at a luncheon in the Baltimore Ravens' locker room at M&T Bank Stadium. The celebration was highlighted by this year's guest speaker Josh Carroll, the Maryland State Teacher of the Year. Also providing pearls of wisdom for this year's class of recipients was 2017 scholarship recipient Katie Zehner from Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS and Yale University.

A female hurdler begins to clear a hurdle during a race in the 2017 State Championship meet.

State Champions Sizzle At The 2018 State Track & Field Meets!!

May 28, 2018 12:20 PM

The State Championship meets came to another successful conclusion at a steamy Morgan State University on Saturday after three exciting days of competition. Three schools successfully defended last year's state titles, three schools won first time state crowns, and two more added to previously won state championships. Select the links inside to view a summary of the team results and the complete State meet results for the boys and the girls in each event and classification.

A male singles player focuses on the point of contact during a serve at the 2017 State Championships.

Solid Fundamentals Are Hallmark Of 2018 State Tennis Champions!!

May 28, 2018 11:55 AM

The State Tennis Tournament came to a steamy conclusion at Wilde Lake Tennis Center in Howard County on Saturday as three players successfully defended last year's state titles. Select the links inside to view a summary of championship match results as well as the complete State Tournament results for each of the five events: Boys Singles, Girls Singles, Boys Doubles, Girls Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.

In the 2017 2A State Softball Final, a North Caroline baserunner dives headfirst back into second base avoiding the put out by the South Carroll infielders.

State Champions Use Solid Defense To Secure 2018 Softball Crowns!!

May 28, 2018 11:30 AM

Spectators were treated to impressive pitching, spectacular fielding, and timely hitting this past weekend at the University of Maryland - College Park's Softball Stadium as one school successfully defended last year's title and three others added the 2018 State Softball Champions trophy to previously earned state titles. Select the links inside for the State Final and State Semifinal results along with the complete tournament brackets for each classification.

In the 2017 State Baseball 3A Final, a Chesapeake-AA pitcher hurls the ball towards home plate.

2018 State Baseball Champions Prevail In Hard-Fought Wins!!

May 28, 2018 11:05 AM

The 2018 State Baseball Champions all had to grind out tough wins in their title games against staunch competition. Two schools won their first ever state baseball titles while two others added to their state title count after a sixteen year wait. Select the links inside to view the State Final and Semifinal results along with the complete tournament brackets for each classification.

In the 2017 Class 3A/2A Boys State Lacrosse Final, a Northern-Calvert plays dives while taking a shot on the Glenelg goalie.

2018 Boys And Girls Lacrosse State Champs Bask In The Glow Of Their Accomplishments!!

May 25, 2018 09:00 AM

The State Lacrosse Finals wrapped up Thursday night bringing the first year of four classifications to a successful conclusion. Four schools won first-time titles, two schools won for the second time, and two more schools are regulars to the title stage and added more hardware to their trophy cases. Click on the links inside to view a summary of the State Semifinal and Final results and the complete brackets for each gender and classification.