Guilford Park Spectator Rules and Guidelines
ALL HCPSS policies, rules, and guidelines are in effect for athletic contests
Middle school or non high school-aged students MUST be accompanied by an adult for admission - no exceptions
NO backpacks
NO re-entry once you leave the stadium/school building
NO outside food or drink
NO ball playing by spectators in the stadium/hallways
NO food/drink in the gymnasium, except for bottled water
Spectators MUST be in the bleachers or in line during the contest - no loitering in open areas
Guilford Park Ticketing and Livestreaming Information
Tickets for athletic contests are $5
Tickets can be purchased in advance at https://gofan.co/app/school/MD99806 OR at the stadium entrance using a smartphone camera/QR reader
Senior Citizens and kids under 7 are free
Games that require tickets to enter
Fall Sports - ALL football games - Varsity and JV (NOTE: If JV/V football are both on the same day, only 1 ticket is needed. If the JV and V games are on separate days, you will need to purchase a ticket each day.
ALL Cheer competitions
Soccer games - Friday Night ONLY - when the Varsity game starts at 6:30pm or later
Winter Sports - ALL basketball, wrestling, indoor track, and cheer competitions
Spring Sports - Friday night lacrosse games when the Varsity game starts at 6:30pm or later
NOTE: Games in other counties (AACo, Balt. Co, etc. charge for ALL athletic contests and use gofan.co for ticket sales
Guilford Park High School Livestreaming -
All GPHS Stadium and Gymnasium events will be livestreamed through HUDL
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/md/jessup/organization/174767/guilford-park-high-school
Guilford Park Emergency Action Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q1Be4sHTVX8h1z6hIYfaMH28T67MuE3z/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109177418854516650049&rtpof=true&sd=true
Athletics - Frequently Asked Questions
Page updated 7/19/2023 - Most updated information can be found on our FAQ Google Doc.
Q: What sports are offered at Guilford Park?
A: GPHS will offer ALL sports offered by HCPSS.
Fall Sports (Starting 8/12/25):
Cross Country (Boys and Girls - Varsity)
Field Hockey (If Interested) (Girls -V)
Football (JV and Varsity)
Volleyball (Girls - Freshmen, JV, and Varsity)
Soccer (Boys and Girls - JV and Varsity)
Golf (Boys and Girls - Varsity)
Cheer (JV and Varsity)
Allied Soccer
Fall Sports Tryout Schedule
Football: Varsity - Thomas_Montag@hcpss.org
Field Hockey - Darby_Smith@hcpss.org
JV - Dustin_Robinson@hcpss.org
Boys Soccer: Varsity - Tomas' Potts - Tpotts2598@gmail.com
JV: Christian_Vasquez@hcpss.org
Girls Soccer: Varsity - Molly_Schaefer@hcpss.org
Cross Country: Varsity Coaches: Caleb_Goodie@hcpss.org and Lauren_Wood@hcpss.org
Cheer: Coaches: TBD
Golf: Coach Brent Kennedy - BrentK@waldnerwintersteam.com
Allied Soccer - Coach: Janet_Kim@hcpss.org - (Starts Mid-September)
Volleyball: Coach - Karen Kart - Karen_B_Kart@mcpsmd.org
JV - Anne_Corey@hcpss.org
Winter Sports (Starting 11/15/26):
Basketball - Varsity Head Coach - Malcom_Tatum@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Thursten Clay - Coachclay91@gmail.com
Girls Basketball - Varsity Head Coach - LaTonya_Frizzelle@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Olivia_Callan@hcpss.org
Wrestling (Boys and Girls) - Varsity Head Coach - David_Roogow@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Lorenz_Iversen@hcpss.org
Indoor Track (Boys and Girls - Varsity) - Boys Head Coach - Caleb_Goodie@hcpss.org
Girls Head Coach - Lauren_Wood@hcpss.org
Cheer (JV and Varsity) Varsity Head Coach - TBD
JV Head Coach - TBD
Allied Bowling (Starts Around 12/5) - Head Coach - Janet_Kim@hcpss.org
Spring Sports (Starting 3/1/25):
Baseball - Varsity Head Coach - Joseph_Sarich@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Jon Sarich - JSarich51@gmail.com
Softball (JV and Varsity) - Varsity Head Coach - Melissa_Cotton@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Molly_Schaefer@hcpss.org
Boys Lacrosse - (Varsity and JV) - Varsity Head Coach - Daniel_Amacher@hcpss.org
JV Head Coach - Nicholas_Dewind@hcpss.org
Girls Lacrosse - Coach: Varsity - Allison_Miller@hcpss.org
Outdoor Track (Boys and Girls - Varsity) - Boys Head Coach - Caleb_Goodie@hcpss.org
Girls Head Coach - Lauren_Wood@hcpss.org
Asst Coach - Rosalind_Sheppard@hcpss.org
Asst Coach - Cam Vereen - CVereen00@gmail.com
Tennis (Boys and Girls - Varsity) - Head Coach - Jessica_Sharfstein@hcpss.org
Allied Softball - Head Coach - Malcolm_Tatum@hcpss.org
Q: How long are tryouts? Does the student-athlete need to attend them all? How are team selections done?
A: Tryouts are 3 days, it is expected that athletes attend all sessions, and team selections are made the last day. All team selections are made in brief, private meetings between the coach and individual player. No lists are posted. Athletes are also given the opportunity to ask questions if they did not make the team. Regular practices begin the day following tryouts.
Q: Will there be any summer workouts to get ready for the season?
A: Yes - check with your individual coach.
Q: When can rising 9th graders begin working out with the GPHS teams or participating in summer leagues?
A: All rising 9th graders are eligible to participate in all GPHS activities the day after they have completed their 8th grade academic year.
Q: With fall sports starting before school begins, what if the athlete is on vacation and misses tryouts?
A: While we understand that families have summer plans and vacations and will do everything we can to provide opportunities for our student-athletes, the season dates are set by the MPSSAA (MD HS Athletic Governing Body). If there are roster spots available on the team when the athlete is able to try out, we will gladly provide that opportunity. However, we cannot guarantee roster spots will be available for all sports. Please reach out to the specific sport coach for more information.
Q: How do I get in touch with the coaches to find out information?
A: We are in the process of adding to our coaching staff each day. The best way to reach out to coaches is through email. We will update this list as we hire more staff and publish the information on our website, once it is up and running.
Q: Is it possible for an athlete to try out for more than one sport at a time?
A: Unfortunately, no. HCPSS does not allow for an athlete to try out for or play for more than 1 team per season. IF an athlete is not selected for one team and spots are open on another team, that athlete MAY switch teams PRIOR to the first game.
Q: If an athlete does not make a team, can they try out for another team?
A: Yes and No. Yes - it is possible, but the team the athlete wishes to try out for must have available roster spots. This may not always be the case…see above for more information.
Q: What if an athlete is involved in multiple activities in addition to playing sports?
A: We understand and encourage all students to be involved in multiple activities. We ask that students communicate their schedules with their coaches/sponsors to work things out. Games take precedence over rehearsals/meetings and performances/events take precedence over practices.
Q: Are there any academic or grade requirements to play high school sports?
A: Yes. According to HCPSS Policy 9070, all 1st time rising 9th graders are academically eligible to play fall sports (no grade requirement). The following academic requirements apply to all other student-athletes:
Fall Sports - 4th quarter report card from the previous year - Student MUST have earned a minimum of a 2.0 weighted GPA and no more than ONE failing grade
Winter Sports - 1st quarter report card - Students MUST have earned a minimum of a 2.0 weighted GPA for 1st quarter and no more than ONE failing grade
Spring Sports - 2nd quarter report card - Students MUST have earned a minimum of a 2.0 weighted GPA and no more than ONE failing grade
Q: Is there a cost to play high school sports?
A: No. There is no cost to play high school sports, however, personal items such as cleats, mouth pieces, and shin guards are not purchased by the school. Items that are traditionally kept by the students (baseball hats, soccer/baseball/softball socks, cheer bloomers, track shorts, volleyball shorts) we may ask for a donation for these items at or below our cost.
Q: Are there any forms required to play high school sports?
A: Yes. All student-athletes are required to submit a copy of a recent physical (dated within one year of the start of the season), a parent permission form, with proof of medical insurance, and a proof of residency to show you live in the GPHS district. Acceptable proof of residency are electric bill, cable bill, water bill, lease, or mortgage.
- All forms should be uploaded through a parent’s hcpss.connect account. Link to HCPSS Connect: https://www.hcpss.org/connect/
- Link to all required athletic forms: https://www.hcpss.org/athletics/forms-and-guidelines/
Q: Is medical insurance required to play high school sports.
A: Yes. Student-athletes are required to have medical insurance to play high school sports. If an athlete does not have medical insurance, student-accident insurance can be purchased at https://www.kandkinsurance.com/sites/K12Voluntary/Pages/Home.aspx which will satisfy this requirement. The cost is around $30 (football is more), covers the entire school year, and coverage is instant upon payment.
Q: What do I do if I have problems uploading any of the forms?
A: Email copies or pictures of the forms, along with the student-athlete’s name and sport, to Michael Lerner, the Athletics and Activities Manager at mlerner@hcpss.org.
Q: Is transportation provided to student-athletes to and from GPHS for games?
A: Yes. HCPSS will provide buses to and from GPHS to all away athletic contests.
Q: Is transportation provided to and from GPHS for student-athletes?
A: No. Athletes and families need to arrange transportation to GPHS on days there are practices/games when school is not in session, as well as arranging for transportation home from GPHS on days when school is in session. Carpooling is encouraged and coaches can assist with getting you team member’s contact information.
Q: Do winter and spring sports teams have practices and games over winter and spring break?
A: Most likely. On the varsity level, you should expect holiday tournaments for both winter and spring sports, which means there will be practices as well. Student-athletes will be given days off during each break.
Q: Is there a cost to attend games?
A: Yes and no. There is an admission charge of $5 for both students and adults for the following games in HoCo.
- Football
- Any game in the stadium or gym where the varsity game starts at 7pm or later
- Basketball
- Wrestling
All other games in HoCo are free to attend.
NOTE: Admission charges for athletic contests vary from county to county.
Q: How do I purchase tickets?
A: In HoCo, all tickets must be purchased through gofan.co. There is an app you can download on your smartphone. Credit cards will also be accepted at the gate. NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Q: Can tickets be purchased in advance?
A: Yes. As soon as each school uploads their schedules to gofan.co, you can purchase tickets in advance for all home or away games in HoCo.
Q: Will games be livestreamed?
A: Most likely yes. We livestream through HUDL and it is at no charge, but it is up to the coaches to set it up.
Q: Where can I find the schedules for all teams?
A: HoCo uses countysportszone.com for all athletic game schedules. You should also expect a schedule of practices and games from the coach. Games will also be published on the school website.
Q: Can a student-athlete play for their high school team and a non-school team during the same season?
A: Yes, but the high school team must take priority. Most non-school teams and organizations understand this and it is not often a conflict. Some non-school programs such as Academy Soccer, may prohibit athletes from participating on high school teams, but it does not work in reverse.
Q: As a parent, how can I get involved and support the programs at GPHS?
A: We always need your help and support! Our athletes need your support by coming to watch them play! In addition, please consider joining our parent organization that supports all programs at GPHS. There are ways to help financially and through volunteering your time. You can also ask the coach if he/she needs any help with administrative tasks, team meals/snacks, etc.
Q: Where can I find GPHS on social media?
A: Twitter: @GPHSpanthers
IG: hcpss_gphs