Athletics

Hazel Park High School has a proud tradition of excellence in athletics. For 80 years, the Vikings have successfully competed in thousands of competitions all over Michigan.

Students are encouraged to become part of our school and athletic department's success. Get involved, come on out, and represent your school with pride! All athletes must have a current physical on file in the athletic office to participate.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Thomas Oestrike at 248.658.5167 or by email at thomas.oestrike@myhpsd.org

Mission

The Hazel Park School District Athletic Department believes that a well-developed athletic program is integral in the educational process of students and serves to enhance social, physical, and educational development.

The athletic program is an extension of the academic program and all athletes are urged to strive for excellence in both the classroom and in the athletic venues. Being a part of a team has many benefits and rewards. The central goal of our athletic program is for the student-athlete to learn the importance of integrity, respect, discipline, hard work, and how to deal with success and adversity. These teachings build good character and confidence, along with being the driving force for our student-athletes to take this into their future life to become more productive members of the community.

Participation in Hazel Park School District Athletics is a privilege and not a right, and that privilege is earned by each participant through his or her adherence to the rules and policies set forth by the Hazel Park School District and School Athletic Associations.

Information Regarding 2023-24 Athletics

Fall High School Sports Tryout Information -- TRYOUT INFORMATION

PHYSICALS: In order to try out and practice you MUST have a physical on file. Physicals must be dated after April 15, 2023. They will be good for the entire 2023-24 school year. 

WHERE TO GET A PHYSICAL: We offer sports physicals at the High School. Please read the information below. Ascension is located in the Northeast corner of Hazel Park High School (DOOR 24).

Hazel Park Schools, in partnership with St. John's Ascension Health Center, is proud to provide medical and mental health services for children and adolescents enrolled in Hazel Park Schools. As a state-funded center that bills insurance, uncovered costs do not get billed to our students or their families, so we encourage your students to utilize these services. You must have an adult present if you are under the age of 18 to sign paperwork before the physical can be completed. (This includes MHSAA provided physical form.)

MEDICAL SERVICES: Medical services are available from 7 am to 4:30 pm on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Appointments are strongly recommended for medical-related visits to avoid long wait times. Call 248-309-4756 to set up an appointment. Medical services include -- general health assessment, school/sports physicals*, sick care, immunizations, vision and hearing testing, laboratory screening, health education, and nutrition counseling.

*All students can receive a Sports Physical, which is required to be on file with the Athletic Department to participate in sports. A current physical is one obtained on or after April 15, of that school year.

Print the Ascension paperwork -- PHYSICAL FORM -- ahead of your physical appointment here or pick the paperwork up at the Health Clinic.