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Student Athletic Opportunities
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The Brentwood Middle School Athletic Department and sports teams model the vision and expectations established by Williamson County Schools. To learn more about athletics in Williamson County Schools, please see WCS athletic guidelines and requirements.
Our goals are:
- Create positive student-athlete opportunities
- Instill responsibility and integrity
- Succeed and win championships
- Provide memorable fan experiences
As Viking athletes, students will make a commitment to themselves, their teammates and the athletic program to follow the expectations of being an athlete. Brentwood Middle offers a wide variety of sports in the fall, winter, and spring seasons.
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Brentwood Middle Athletic Offerings
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Brentwood Middle has many athletic options for students. We categorize our sports by seasons.
- Fall athletic teams begin practice during the summer months before school starts in most cases. The fall athletic seasons run from the start of school until late October or early November.
- Winter athletic teams begin practice during the late fall. The winter athletic seasons run from approximately December through February.
- Spring athletic teams begin practice in late February to early March. The spring athletic seasons run from March to early May.
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To learn more information about each sport, please see the section to the right. You will be able to see items such as:
- Grade levels eligible for tryout
- Expectations for participating in sport
- General tryout information. More specific information will be posted throughout the year.
- Current season schedules
- Coach contact information

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Final Forms
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This dashboard enables parents and students to complete required athletic forms electronically and communicate with each other during the season. In order to be eligible to try out and participate in athletic programs or activities, all required athletic annual physical forms must be completed electronically through the Williamson County Schools FinalForms online dashboard.
For parents and students new to Williamson County Schools, access to the FinalForms dashboard can be obtained by contacting the BMS athletic directors or coaches.
For an athlete to compete in school athletics for the 2023-2024 school year, sports physicals must be dated after April 15, 2023 and uploaded into Final Forms This is a TMSAA Rule. Questions: Athletic Director, Coach Ben Hahs
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Tryout Information
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BMS Girls Basketball Tryouts
Tryouts for girls' basketball will be on Wednesday, October 25th and Friday, October 27th. Must have current physicals in FinalForms to participate. All athletes are expected to attend both days. Please wear proper basketball attire and bring a water bottle. For the most up-to-date information on tryout times and locations, please sign up for the sport in FinalForms. Coaches will communicate that information via a FinalForms email. See Athletic Director, Ben Hahs for more information.
BMS Boys Basketball Tryouts
Tryouts for boys' basketball have been set. Students trying out must have current physicals in FinalForms to participate. For the most up-to-date information on tryout times and locations, please sign up for the sport in FinalForms. Coaches will communicate that information via a FinalForms email. See Athletic Director, Ben Hahs for more information. The dates are as follows:
- 6th Grade-October 20 and 21
- 8th Grade-October 21
- 7th Grade-November 10 and 11
BMS Baseball
Tryout dates for the BMS Varsity and Junior Varsity baseball teams will be October 26, 27, and 28. Students must have current physicals in FinalForms to participate. For the most up-to-date information on tryout times and locations, please sign up for the sport in FinalForms. Coaches will communicate that information via a FinalForms email. See Coach Nickle for more information.
BMS Softball
Tryout dates for the BMS Softball teams will be November 3 and 4. Students must have current physicals in FinalForms to participate. For the most up-to-date information on tryout times and locations, please sign up for the sport in FinalForms. Coaches will communicate that information via a FinalForms email. See Jamie Chiariello for more information.
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Tickets for Athletic Events
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All tickets for athletic contests, both home and away, will be sold on GoFan. Athletic passes are accepted for home games and matches. No cash boxes will be kept at the gates.
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BMS Sports Offerings
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Baseball - Spring Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a junior varsity team and a varsity team.Expectations:
Students are chosen for the team on the basis of their particular baseball skills. Players are rated based on hitting, fielding, pitching, catching, speed and hustle. They are also judged based on their sportsmanship, attitude and attention.Tryouts:
Tryouts for the baseball team will occur in the late fall.Schedule:
Schedule will be posted when available.
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Basketball - Winter Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a boys' team and a girls' team at each level. There is a 6th grade level, junior varsity level and varsity level.Expectations:
All athletes are evaluated based on their ball handling, shooting, defensive skills and basic fundamentals. Coaches look for players who have a grasp of the team concept, have good standing in grades and behavior, and have a good work ethic and positive attitude.Tryouts:
Tryouts are typically early in the fall. Everyone will have the ability to try out for two days before cuts are made. Those chosen will be asked back for a third day of tryouts. The final team will be selected from this group.The 2023-2024 schedule will be posted when available.
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Basketball Cheer - Winter Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a 6th grade squad and a varsity squad.Expectations:
During the season, varsity cheerleaders will cheer for varsity football and junior varsity cheerleaders will cheer for JV football. After the football season, the two cheer squads will be divided into three squads for the basketball season. Each squad will cheer for 1/3 of the varsity basketball games. Practices will begin mid-July and continue through early December. Practices are one to two times per week.Tryouts:
Tryouts for both the football and basketball cheerleading squads are held each spring. Students learn cheers, dances and jumps for three days and on the fourth day they try out in front of judges. These tryouts are closed to the public. Varsity and junior varsity teams are announced following tryouts.The 2023-2024 schedule will be posted when available.
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Bowling-Winter Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate.Expectations:
During the season, they will practice at least once a week, depending on how many games are scheduled. Team members are expected to practice during the off season by participating in individual play.Tryouts:
Tryouts for the baseball team will occur in the late fall.Schedule:
The 2023-2024 schedule will be posted when available.
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Cross Country - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is only one team.Expectations:
The cross-country season officially begins in the first week of school. Optional conditioning days will be available in July. Students will run approximately 1.5 miles on a variety of courses.Tryouts:
All students will be allowed to participate as long as they are academically eligible and meet the time requirements throughout the season, including running one mile without stopping when the season begins.Schedule:
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Dance
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a junior varsity and a varsity team.Expectations:
Coaches look for students with dance experience that are prepared to work hard and have fun while doing what they love. The JV and varsity dance teams will attend a summer camp to learn choreography and refine technique. Practices will be held after school twice a week, starting in the fall and continuing through the basketball season. The dance team will perform at the boys’ and girls’ home JV and varsity basketball games, JV and varsity home football games, as well as the pep rally. Additionally, the varsity dance team will compete in a local competition.Tryouts:
Tryouts are held each spring for both the junior varsity and varsity squads. During tryouts, dancers need to demonstrate technical skills such as splits, leaps, turns and extensions, as well as the ability to pick up and perform choreography quickly with great stage presence.Schedule:
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Football - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. Junior varsity and varsity teams are offered.Expectations:
Students interested in playing football should know the fundamentals of football. They should also be able to block and tackle.Tryouts:
Tryouts are typically held during the last two weeks of July. Before students can tryout, they must be registered at Brentwood Middle School and have an updated copy of their physical on file with FinalForms. Students will also need to bring cleats, shorts, t-shirts (workout clothes) for tryouts. Water will be provided, but students can bring their own drink if they prefer.Schedule:
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Football Cheer - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is one squad.Expectations:
During the season, varsity cheerleaders will cheer for varsity football and junior varsity cheerleaders will cheer for JV football. After the football season, the two cheer squads will be divided into three squads for the basketball season. Each squad will cheer for 1/3 of the varsity basketball games. Practices will begin mid-July and continue through early December. Practices are one to two times per week.Tryouts:
Tryouts for both the football and basketball cheerleading squads are held each spring. Students learn cheers, dances and jumps for three days and on the fourth day they try out in front of judges. These tryouts are closed to the public. Varsity and junior varsity teams are announced following tryouts.Schedule:
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Golf - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a boys' team and a girls' team.Expectations:
Boys interested in trying out must be able to shoot 44 or better consistently on a regulation course. Girls interested in trying out must be able to shoot 50 or better consistently on a regulation course. The Little Course is not considered a regulation course.Tryouts:
Tryouts will be held prior to or within the first week of school based on the availability of the golf course schedule.Schedule:
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Soccer - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a boys' team and a girls' team. There are also varsity and junior varsity teams.Expectations:
During tryouts, students are evaluated on their dribbling, passing, communication, conditioning and teamwork.Tryouts:
Tryouts will be held in October following the football and volleyball season.Schedule:
2023 Boys and Girls Soccer Schedule
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Softball - Spring Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. Junior varsity and varsity teams are offered.Expectations:
Students are chosen for the teams based on their fielding, hitting and pitching skills. Teamwork and attitude are also considered.Tryouts:
Tryouts are typically held in the fall.Schedule:
The schedule for 2023 will be posted when available.
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Tennis - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a boys' team and a girls' team.Expectations:
In each match, there are 7 positions that play scored matches. Three single positions and two doubles positions. Players are ranked and play according to their ranked position. Players are selected for the teams based on the coaches’ evaluations of their skill level and their match play.Tryouts:
Tryouts are typically held in July. All tryouts will be held at Granny White Park. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to sign in. You must submit a current physical to Final Forms. You will not be allowed to participate if you do not have a current physical. All players need to bring a tennis racket and plenty of water.Schedule:
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Track - Spring Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate in tryouts. There is one team.Expectations:
Students participating in track will take part in a variety of running events, along with jumping and throwing events. Students making the team will be allowed to participate as long as they are academically eligible. The season will last from early March until late April.Tryouts:
Tryouts for track are typically held in late February.Schedule:
The schedule for 2023 will be posted when available.
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Volleyball - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Girls at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is a varsity and JV team.Expectations:
The teams are selected on the basis of skill and potential. Many of the sixth grade students have never played volleyball, so the sixth and seventh grade years are used as teaching years for these players. The varsity team focuses on refining skills and specific positions. The varsity team is eligible to participate in tournaments, including the WMAA County Championship.Tryouts:
Tryouts for the junior varsity and sixth grade teams are usually held during the first two weeks of school. Tryouts for the varsity team are held in the spring of the previous school year as well as during the first week of school.Schedule:
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Wrestling - Fall Season
Grade Levels:
Students at all grade levels (6th, 7th and 8th) are eligible to participate. There is one team.Expectations:
Student selection for the team is based on their ability, strength, stamina, attitude, work ethic, and ability to be coached.Tryouts:
Tryouts for teams are typically held the week following the early fall sports season. All students should have shorts, shirts, socks and tennis shoes for every day of tryouts. You do not have to purchase wrestling shoes to participate in tryouts.Schedule:
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Viking Athletic Club (VAC)
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The function of the Viking Athletic Club (VAC) is to support fundraising for all sports. This organization has helped purchase scoreboards, gym floor mats, conference banners, and much more. This organization will promote student participation, school spirit and commitment to Brentwood Middle School Athletics. Information on VAC and athletic passes can by found on the Resources page of our website.
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Viking Athletic Club Executive Board
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- Andrea Staggs, VAC Chair
- Melissa Work, VAC Vice Chair
- Leigh Braswell, Finance Director
- Susan Garrett, Vice Finance Director
- Ashley Kaeser, Communications
- Angie Chambers & Alicia Warwick, Team Apparel
- Kelly Frizzell & Samantha Reedy, Spirit Apparel
- Ellen Bradley & Ashley Glenn, Concessions
- Chelsea Molyneux,VIking Pride
- Halie Fisher & Elisa Romans, PTO Presidents
- Bill Harlin, Athletics Administrator
- Josh Phillips, Assistant Athletics Administrator
- Ben Hahs, Athletic Director
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How to Order Viking Athletic Apparel
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The Viking Athletic Club will have an online sale of BMS spirit apparel a couple of times during the school year. The first online store will be open for purchases at the beginning of the school year. All information will be communicated through the BMS newsletter. For questions about apparel or the store, contact the Viking Athletic Club apparel representative.