FREE Sports Physicals for Calhoun Student-Athletes
Calhoun Athletics is proud to partner with AdventHealth Gordon and Hamilton Health to provide FREE sports physicals for our middle and high school student-athletes.
A current physical must be on file to try out and participate in athletics, so be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to stay eligible and get ready for the 2026-2027 season.
Attention all current 5th–7th grade students entering or returning for the 2026–2027 school year:
Important Dates:
➡ Pre-Physical Screenings:
7th Grade - Monday, March 30 @ 12:00 PM (CMS)
5th & 6th Grade - Thursday, April 2 @ 9:00 AM (CES)
➡ Physicals: April 3 @ CES
7th grade students will be transported from CMS to CES around 9:00 AM
Requirements to Participate:
Signed AdventHealth Physical Consent Form
Completed Sports History Form
Attend the pre-physical screening.
Required forms must be completed and submitted to the CES or CMS nurse by Friday, March 27. Participation requires completed paperwork and attendance at a pre-physical screening.
Attention all current 8th–11th grade students entering or returning for the 2026–2027 school year:
Important Dates:
➡ Pre-Physical Screenings:
Friday, April 3 (during the school day with athletic trainers)
➡ Physicals: April 16 @ CHS Gym
Physicals will begin around 2:00 PM on Thursday 4/16.
Requirements to Participate:
Submit all required forms to coach or the CHS front office
Complete the Pre-Physical with Athletic Trainers during the school day on Friday, April 3.
Participation requires completed paperwork and attendance at a pre-physical screening.
Click here to view tryout dances and chants to start preparing.
Our purpose is to promote collective growth and development for student-athletes, coaches, and teams.
Calhoun City Schools has once again proven to be a powerhouse in athletics, being named the #2 best school district for athletes in Georgia. Boasting over 20 team state championships and 205 region titles, the Yellow Jackets have set the standard of excellence for athletics in Northwest Georgia. The district is proud to offer top-notch facilities and resources to support their athletes in their pursuit of greatness. Go Jackets!
Stadium & Event Guidelines
Ticket Information
Calhoun City Schools is pleased to offer flexible ticketing options for all athletic events to enhance the spectator experience. Jacket fans can purchase tickets at the gate with cash or opt for digital tickets. To purchase online in advance, please click here to visit GoFan and choose the event you wish to attend. QR codes for purchased digital tickets will be available at each ticket gate.
Home Ticket Prices
(please note away ticket prices may vary)=
CHS Varsity Football: $10 (general admission)
CMS Football: $7 (general admission)
Other Athletic Events: $7 (general admission)
GHSA Playoff Ticket Pricing: Ticket prices for GHSA playoff events are set by GHSA. Fans should expect to purchase tickets online through GoFan, unless otherwise noted by the host school.
For the latest updates on events, check the Athletics Master Calendar.
All-Sports Pass
Get your All-Sports Pass for unlimited entry to all CMS & CHS home, regular season events. Purchase online at GoFan.com or stop by the CCS Central Office or CHS Jackets’ Nest School Store.
*Best Value* Family 4-Pack: $400
Student Pass: $75 | Non-Student Pass: $150
State Championships
24 State Championships in School History
Sport | State Championships |
|---|---|
Baseball | 1974, 2000, 2005, 2010 |
Competition Cheerleading | 1996, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014 |
Football | 1952, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2024 |
Golf (B) | 1997 |
Golf (G) | 2015, 2016, 2017 |
Softball | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017 |
State Runner-Up
43 State Runner-Up finishes in school history
Sport | State Runner-Up |
|---|---|
Baseball | 1968, 1973, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2014 |
Basketball (B) | 2001, 2014 |
Competition Cheerleading | 1995, 2003, 2008, 2012, 2018 |
Cross Country (B) | 1974, 1982, 1990 |
Football | 1953, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2021 |
Golf (B) | 1995 |
Golf (G) | 2005, 2006 |
Soccer (B) | 2013, 2015, 2018 |
Softball | 1998, 2008, 2016 |
Swim & Dive (B) | 2018, 2019, 2022 |
Tennis (B) | 2015, 2025 |
Tennis (G) | 2017 |
Volleyball | 2024 |
Region Championships
223 Region Championships in School History
Sport | Region Championships | Program Titles |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | 1968, 1973, 1974, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2026 | 14 |
Basketball (B) | 1969, 1975, 1978, 1996, 2000, 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2025, 2026 | 15 |
Basketball (G) | 2000, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2023 | 5 |
Competition Cheerleading | 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2015 | 11 |
Cross Country (B) | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1990, 1991, 1995, 2013, 2017, 2018 | 19 |
Cross Country (G) | 2005, 2018, 2019 | 3 |
Football | 1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1995, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024, 2025 | 26 |
Golf (B) | 1991, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2023 | 13 |
Golf (G) | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 | 12 |
Soccer (B) | 1998, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2025 | 12 |
Soccer (G) | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019 | 10 |
Softball | 1987, 1995, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020 | 15 |
Swim & Dive (B) | 2025, 2026 | 2 |
Swim & Dive (G) | 2025, 2026 | 2 |
Tennis (B) | 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2025, 2026 | 10 |
Tennis (G) | 1979, 1980, 1991, 1995, 2001, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026 | 21 |
Track & Field (B) | 1974, 1975, 2003, 2004, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2024 | 14 |
Track & Field (G) | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024 | 9 |
Volleyball | 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2024, 2025 | 7 |
Wrestling | 1993, 2006, 2012 | 3 |
Calhoun High School
Winter Sports
Basketball
Swim & Dive
Wrestling
Spring Sports
Baseball
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track & Field
Calhoun Middle School
Winter Sports
Basketball
Swim & Dive
Wrestling
Spring Sports
Baseball
Soccer
Tennis
Track & Field
NCAA Eligibility Requirements
For the latest NCAA eligibility requirements effective January 2023, we encourage student-athletes and parents to read the informative article here. This resource clearly outlines the recent changes by the NCAA.
CHS Athletic Signings
Athletic Department Administration
Hal Lamb
Executive Director of Athletics / Leader Development
lambh@calhounschools.org
Franco Perkins
Athletic Director
perkinsf@calhounschools.org
Melissa Hawkins
Assistant Athletic Director
hawkinsm@calhounschools.org
About Us
The Calhoun City Schools Athletic Department offers a variety of competitive sports for students at Calhoun Middle School (grades 6-8) and Calhoun High School (grades 9-12). Elementary-aged students also have opportunities to connect with middle and high school sports through various youth nights and Community Education camps held throughout the year. The department's goal is to promote continual growth and development, both for teams and individual athletes. Gratitude is extended for community support and a commitment to enhancing each program is emphasized. The community is invited to attend upcoming Calhoun Athletics events and to stay updated by following on Twitter (@CalhounAthDept). Cheering on the Jackets is a proud tradition, as it is always great to be a Yellow Jacket!
Calhoun Middle School participates in the Bartow-Gordon Middle School Athletic Association (BGMSAA) and proudly offers the following sports for middle school student-athletes: Cheerleading (Competitive & Spirit), Cross Country, Fast-Pitch Softball, Football, Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming & Diving, Wrestling, Baseball, Soccer, Tennis, and Track & Field.
Calhoun High School competes in Region 7-AAAAA of the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) and proudly offers the following sports to high school student-athletes: Cheerleading (Competitive & Spirit), Cross Country, Fast-Pitch Softball, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming & Diving, Wrestling, Baseball, Golf, Slow-Pitch Softball, Soccer, Tennis, and Track & Field.