Athletics at Good Shepherd School

After School Sports

At Good Shepherd School, athletics are an exciting part of student life! Our after-school sports program for students in grades 5–8 encourages teamwork, skill development, and Christ-centered sportsmanship in a fun and supportive environment.

We offer a variety of athletic opportunities throughout the year, with options varying by sport and grade level—please see individual sports below for specific details.

Please note: All 7th and 8th grade students are required to submit a physician-signed sports physical prior to participation.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office—we’re happy to help!

Download Sports physical exam form here.

Christ-Centered

Hard Work

Accountable

Mission-Minded

Prayer-Focused

Service-Oriented 

“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”

1 Corinthians 10:31

After School Sports

Josh Westermann has served as Athletic Director at GSS for five years. He is passionate about using sports as a platform to glorify God and helping student-athletes grow in their faith in Jesus Christ. 
Westermann is a former professional soccer player with Major League Soccer, A-League,  South African Premier League and Kenyan Premier League. Throughout this time he worked with various sports ministries, including FCA, Campus Crusade and Ambassadors in Sports. He has travelled to over 40 countries on missions trips and professional soccer tours. Whether in prisons, slums, orphanages or soccer fields, he has poured his heart into sharing Jesus Christ through the platform of sports. 
After his professional soccer career, Westermann was a collegiate athletic director, coach and professor at Warner Pacific University and several other colleges throughout the Northwest. His wife, Amy, is the second grade teacher at GSS. They met on the mission field in Nairobi, Kenya. They have two children, Avery (6th grade), and Hudson (4th grade).

Basketball

Volleyball

Golf

Cross Country

Soccer

5th - 8th Cross Country

Cross country is a sport that requires commitment, endurance, and a willingness to train outside the 6 weeks of our actual season. Since the season starts as soon as school resumes, it is important to come prepared. Runners, at this age, need a base fitness level prior to particular training for racing.

We are looking forward to coaching your child this upcoming season! Our focus will teach the life skills of teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and healthy competition in a fun environment. Integrity, high character, and loving your kids towards Christ are values important to us.

Season Dates:
August 25 – October 31, 2026

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:00 – 4:30 PM

All 7/8 grade students are required to submit a physician signed Sports Physical, if we already have your student’s on file you do not need to submit another.

Cost: $125.00

6th - 8th grade Boys Soccer

Our focus during the soccer season is to teach the life skills of teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and healthy competition in a fun environment. Integrity, high character, and loving your kids towards Christ are values important to us.

Cost: $125

*All 7/8 grade students are required to submit a physician signed Sports Physical, if we already have your student’s on file you do not need to submit another.

Students will need the following:
Cleats
Shinguards 
Water bottles

Season Dates:
August 25 – October 31, 2025

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3 – 4:30 PM

5th & 6th grade Girls Volleyball

Our 5th & 6th grade Volleyball season is in the fall. Practices begin towards the end of August, before school begins.

This is an excellent opportunity for any girls to improve or learn some new skills. Come ready to have some fun!

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
August 25 – October 31, 2025

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

7th & 8th grade Girls Volleyball

Our 7th & 8th grade Volleyball season is in the fall. Practices will begin towards the end of August, before school starts.

This is an excellent opportunity for any girls to improve or learn some new skills. Come ready to have some fun!

*All 7/8 grade students are required to submit a physician signed Sports Physical. If we already have your student’s signed physical on file you do not need to submit another one.

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
August 25 – October 31, 2025

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

5th & 6th grade Boys Basketball

We have a great 5th and 6th grade basketball program that takes place in late fall. Practices will begin towards the end of October.

This is an excellent opportunity for students to improve or learn some new skills. Come ready to have some fun!

Please note that teams will be formed based on student registration, and offerings may vary depending on the number of participants.

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
October 19 – December 17, 2026

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

5th & 6th grade Girls Basketball

We have a great 5th and 6th grade basketball program that takes place in late fall. Practices will begin towards the end of October.

This is an excellent opportunity for students to improve or learn some new skills. Come ready to have some fun!

Please note that teams will be formed based on student registration, and offerings may vary depending on the number of participants.

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
October 19 – December 17, 2026

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

7th & 8th grade Boys Basketball

We’re looking forward to coaching your child this season. Our focus will be on teaching important life skills such as teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and healthy competition in a fun and encouraging environment. We emphasize integrity, strong character, and guiding your kids toward Christ. Whether your child is looking to improve or learn new basketball skills, this is a great opportunity- come ready for some fun! 

Please note that teams will be formed based on student registration, and offerings may vary depending on the number of participants.

*All 7/8 grade students are required to submit a physician signed Sports Physical. If we already have your student’s signed physical on file you do not need to submit another one.

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
January 4th –  March 18th, 2027
Practices start when we come back in January from Christmas break. Games start in early February and the schedule will be on the sports calendar.

Practice Schedule:
3:00PM- 4:30PM, Monday – Thursday
*No practice on game days

7th & 8th grade Girls Basketball

We’re looking forward to coaching your child this season. Our focus will be on teaching important life skills such as teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and healthy competition in a fun and encouraging environment. We emphasize integrity, strong character, and guiding your kids toward Christ. Whether your child is looking to improve or learn new basketball skills, this is a great opportunity- come ready for some fun! 

Please note that teams will be formed based on student registration, and offerings may vary depending on the number of participants.

*All 7/8 grade students are required to submit a physician signed Sports Physical. If we already have your student’s signed physical on file you do not need to submit another one.

Cost: $125

Season Dates:
January 4th –  March 18th, 2027
Practices start when we come back in January from Christmas break. Games start in early February and the schedule will be on the sports calendar.

Practice Schedule:
3:00PM- 4:30PM, Monday – Thursday
*No practice on game days

6th - 8th Golf

We’re excited to be able to offer co-ed Golf at Good Shepherd School for 6th through 8th grade.

Season Dates:
April 6 – May 14, 2026

Practice Schedule:
Monday–Thursday
3:00 – 4:30 PM

Program Overview:
This program is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of golf. Students will focus on fundamental skills and may have the opportunity to play rounds on a golf course with coach guidance.

  • This program is for Good Shepherd students only
  • We will not be competing against other schools

Cost:
$125 (includes practice time for driving range, chipping, and putting)
All participants must provide their own golf clubs.

Athletics Calendar

October 2026

MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
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2
  • 6th-8th Soccer @ Grandview
  • 5/6 VB @ Country Christian
  • 7/8 VB @ Country Christian
3
4
5
  • 5/6 VB Grandview @ GSS
  • 7/8 VB Grandview @ GSS
6
  • Canceled - 6th-8th Soccer @ Mannahouse
7
8
  • 6th-8th Soccer @ North Clackamas
9
  • 5th-8th Cross Country @ Champoeg Invite
  • 5/6 VB @ North Clackamas
  • 7/8 VB @ North Clackamas
10
11
12
13
  • 6th-8th Soccer @ Open Door
14
  • 5th-8th Cross Country @ Estacada Invite
15
  • 5/6 VB Mannahouse @ GSS
  • 7/8 VB Mannahouse @ GSS
16
  • 5/6 VB @ Open Door
  • 6th-8th Soccer @ Damascus Christian
  • 7/8 VB @ Open Door
17
18
19
  • 6th-8th Soccer VCL Semifinal (TBA)
20
  • 7/8 VB VCL Championships
21
22
  • 6th-8th Soccer VCL Championship
23
24
25
26
27
  • 5th-8th Cross Country @ Championships (Southwest Christian)
28
29
30
31

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