2026-2027 Athletic Season Is Here!

Posted August 8, 2026

Hello Bruins!

I hope everyone is excited to begin the 2026–2027 school year!

To help ensure you’re ready for a successful athletic season, please review the important information below regarding sports participation at Santa Clara High School.

  • Fall Practices Begin August 7* – Official fall practices may begin on Friday, August 7. While some sports will start later, August 7 is the first official day teams are permitted to practice. There is still plenty of time to register and join a team. Please contact the coach for your sport for specific practice information. View our coaching directory here.
    • *Football officially began practice on August 3, but there is still time to join the team. If you are interested in playing football, please contact Coach Nelson Gifford at nelgifford@scusd.net.
  • Sports Participation Information – If you have questions about participating in athletics at Santa Clara High School, please review our Sports Participation Information Google Slides presentation. It provides important information about athletic eligibility, registration, season dates, and other key resources.
  • Athletic Registration – All student-athletes must complete online registration before participating in practices or competitions.
  • Sports Physical – A current sports physical is required as part of the registration process. Please have your physician complete the required physical form and upload a digital copy through the online registration system.

Thank you for taking the time to review this information. If you have any questions, please contact one of our Athletic Directors:

We’re looking forward to another outstanding year of Bruins Athletics.

Go Bruins!