Support for Athletics

Support for Ballard High School Athletics programs helps every student athlete at Ballard High School

The Ballard High School Foundation has always been very supportive of all Athletics programs at the school. From refurbishing of the athletic trophies won by Ballard High School over the years to a new Weight Room, support has been clear. 

Athletic Trainer: the belief that a dedicated athletic trainer benefits high school athletes is one that supporters of the Ballard High School Foundation hold dear. Providing a safe environment for hundreds of student athletes, both male and female, has been a priority of the Ballard High School Foundation Golf Tournament almost since its inception.

The Seattle Public Schools funds 80% of this position, but we raise additional funds to make it full time.

Our athletic trainer provides world class medical coverage, ranging from emergency care and treatment to sport specific training and conditioning programs. He works with the student athletes, coaches, and parents, and encourages students to take part in an active lifestyle. He strives to keep young athletes in the game by making sure they’re well prepared for activity and by properly treating injuries. The athletic trainer, is available to all student athletes in all sports, to protect their safety no matter what sport they play.

Strength & Conditioning: We also dedicate fundraising work to this position, one in which is of huge benefit to BHS athletes. The S & C coach focuses on core values of Safety, Commitment, Effort, Focus, and Toughness- “Beaver Strength”. The goal for Beaver Strength in the short term are to make student athletes more explosive, durable, and strong. In the long term, the goal is to equip BHS students with the tools to live a healthy lifestyle, both mentally and physically, long after they have graduated from Ballard.