WELCOME TO THE GATES CHILI ATHLETIC PROGRAM!

On behalf of the Gates Chili Central School District, I would like to welcome you to our Interscholastic Athletic Program. This past year 1,544 different student athletes participated in our athletic program. We offer 101 different athletic teams for students in grades 7-12. Our coaching staff consists of certified, dedicated people who enjoy working with our student athletes. They are individuals who work very hard and care a great deal about the individuals for which they are responsible. In grades 7-8, we offer 38 modified programs, which serve as a “training ground” for skill development and participation. Winning is NOT emphasized and large numbers on teams are encouraged for maximum participation. We stress discipline, enjoyment or play, competition, and dedication to the value that hard work will produce rewards.

The modified program prepares our young student athletes for the higher levels of high school competition.To participate at the high school level, a higher refinement of skills is necessary and competition is viewed at a higher level of comprehension.Our 63 high school Freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity teams strive for success and practice to produce as efficient a team and individual effort as is possible. At the high school level, we stress the development of academics, goal setting, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.

Director of Athletics