Athletics

At the Lycée, we are building a solid athletic pathway for students to fully develop their academic and athletic potential. Our goal is to help every student gain confidence and leadership while practicing discipline through teamwork and perseverance.

From discovery opportunities in Elementary school to competitive teams in Middle and High school, the Lycée Athletics program gives students the opportunity to challenge themselves, learn sportsmanship, and represent the Lycée among the best schools in San Francisco.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS (Gr 6–8)

The Middle School Athletics program at the Lycée offers students a space to explore new sports, build confidence, and learn how to work as part of a team. Our approach focuses on helping each student improve fundamental athletic skills while developing leadership, cooperation, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.

Our Middle School teams compete in the San Francisco Independent Athletic League (SFIAL) alongside other independent schools in the city, offering meaningful opportunities to grow through healthy competition.

We recognize that students join our program with different levels of experience and ability. That’s why our program emphasizes participation, growth, and inclusion. "Every student who shows commitment and enthusiasm is encouraged to join", says Julien DOURLEN, our Athletics Director. Whether learning a new sport or refining existing skills, our athletes are guided by supportive coaches who help them progress and take pride in their effort.

Our ultimate goal is to create a foundation of athletic and personal growth that prepares students to thrive in the High School Athletics program and beyond. Through structured practices, friendly competitions, and exposure to a variety of sports, we aim to strengthen both skill and character.

8 Teams competing across the league:

Fall Season: Coed Volleyball, Cross Country (upcoming 26/27)
Winter Season: Coed Basketball
Spring Season: Track & Field (Coed), Futsal (Coed)

Volleyball players socializing between games

Lycée IN PRESCHOOL

INTERNATIONAL TRACK

FRENCH TRACK

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS (Gr 9–12)

At the High School level, Lycée students competes in the CIF San Francisco Section (CIFSF), a league that brings together some of the strongest athletic programs in the city. Our program is built on commitment, inclusion, and growth, giving every student the structure and support to learn, practice, and evolve as athletes.

The High School Athletics program fosters leadership, resilience, and teamwork.

Guided by skilled coaches, our student-athletes are encouraged to take initiative, challenge themselves, and reach their full potential. We strive to provide a balance between competition and development, ensuring that every player—whether new or experienced—finds opportunities to improve and excel.

Our mission is to give students the chance to represent the Lycée beyond its walls and thrive as individuals on the court, on the field, and on the track.

Between Gr 9 and 12, students can grow within our JV and Varsity teams in Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country, Track & Field. We hope to include more sports in the future.