Athletics

Any student who wishes to try out for a sport must have a physical on file in the DGS Athletic Office that will last the entire season. Once a student registers via SNAP, they can upload their physical directly. 

Download IHSA Physical Form

Register/Upload Physical 

DGS Mustangs Spring Sports 2025-26
Start Dates, Times, and Locations

All athletes must have a physical on file in the DGS Athletic Office. Additionally, every athlete must be registered online before they can try out or practice.

REGISTER FOR SPRING SPORTS

Badminton (girls):      

Tryouts begin 3/2/26 at 3:30  pm.  All levels should meet in the field house.  Make sure you have workout gear and shoes. Contact Coach Oberle with any questions.

Baseball (boys):          

Tryouts begin 3/2/26
Varsity should meet in the field house at 5:15 am
Freshmen and Sophomores should meet in the large gym at 5:30 am
Make sure you have workout gear and gym shoes.  Contact Coach Orel with any questions.

Gymnastics (boys):    

Practice begins 2/16/26 Contact the DGN athletic department for tryout information: Ms. Janice Sanders, Department Administrative Asst. All athletes should register on the DGN athletic website.  

Lacrosse (boys):         

Practice for all levels begins 3/2/26 at 6:00 pm for all levels in the Stadium. If weather is too extreme (extreme cold) tryouts will be at 8:00 pm in the large gym and fieldhouse. Running shoes and cleats are required. Helmet, Stick, and all pads are required. Contact Coach Zawlocki with any questions, or for equipment questions.
        
Lacrosse (girls):      

Tryouts begin 3/2/26 at 6:00 pm for all levels at DGN Carstens Field. All athletes should register on the DGN athletic website. Contact Ms. Janice Sanders, Department Administrative Asst. or  Coach Gargiulo with any questions or additional information.  

Soccer (girls):         

Tryouts begin 3/2/26 at 3:30 pm for all levels  on the 63rd St.east-Field Turf.  If weather is too extreme (extreme cold) tryouts will be 5:30-8:30 pm in the Large Gym for all levels—remember to bring workout gear and dress for conditions.  Contact Coach Hernandez with any questions.

Softball (girls):    

Tryouts begin 2/23/26 All levels will be at 6:00 pm in the fieldhouse and large gym.  Make sure you have workout gear and gym shoes. Contact Jim Cushing with any questions.

Tennis (boys):    

Varsity tryouts begin 3/2/26 at 3:30 pm at the DGS tennis courts weather permitting.  If weather forces us inside, varsity tryouts will be moved indoors to Midtown Athletic Club on 63rd Street and Clarendon Hills at 6:00AM and this information will be shared out at the end of the week before.  Fresh/Soph/JV will begin with the first day of practice on Monday March 9th after school at 3:30PM at the tennis courts. Check the website for any changes to this schedule. Contact Coach Forst with questions.

Track (boys):     

Indoor Practice begins January 20, 2026. Athletes who plan to come out for track & field after their winter sport should register now during their season. Winter sport athletes currently in a sport MUST email Coach Finley prior to their winter sport ending. Athletes must have at least 2 weeks of practice before they are allowed to compete in a meet. Track practice is 3:35-5:30 each day. Contact Boys Head Coach Juankeem Finley with any questions.

Track (girls):    

Indoor Practice for all levels began January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm. Athletes who are finishing a winter sport at DGS will begin once the winter sport has ended. Those athletes need to contact Coach Plunkett BEFORE the winter sport ends. Track practice is every day after school from 3:30-5:30 pm and on Saturday mornings.. Contact Girls Head Coach Doug Plunkett with any questions.

Volleyball (boys):     

Tryouts begin 3/9/26 at 3:30 pm.  Varsity and JV should meet in the large gym and freshman in the small gym. Make sure you have workout gear and gym shoes. Contact Coach Kurt Steuer with any questions.     

All registration must be completed online:

Register for DGS Athletic Programs

Instructions to Register: 

• Log on to the Athletic Website (create an account if you do not have one)
• Click "Begin Registration" 
• Each legal form must be accepted by BOTH the student and parent/guardian (you cannot proceed if both boxes aren't checked)
• Once your student athlete is confirmed on a roster, you will receive a notice to pay the athletic fee to be paid on the District 99 webstore
• Send us your current sports physical (see "Sports Physicals" tab)

Extracurriculars are a privilege. The Athletic/Activities Handbook outlines all of the expectations and responsibilities in order for students to participate in extracurricular activiites and athletics at District 99. 

The Hall of Fame celebrates those athletes and coaches who made a significant impact and achievement to athletics. 

Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Look on the DGS Athletics Archive website to see winning athletes and teams throughout our history!

DGS Athletics Archive

View and purchase photos from South High's official photographer:

VIP Photos 

Associate Principal for Athletics: Brandon Murphy / brmurphy@csd99.org

Executive Administrative Assistants:

• Cynthia Andino / candino@csd99.org
• Jo'Ell Saeli / jsaeli@csd99.org
• Darlene Ficaro / dficaro@csd99.org

Assistant Athletic Directors 

• Mark Molinari / mmolinari@csd99.org
• Darren Orel / dorel@csd99.org

Department Office:

Room C151

630-795-8517