There is no cost to play/participate in the Athletics program at MTHS.  All costs such as "Spirit Packs" are unique to each team and consist of clothing & equipment that the student-athlete keeps once the season is over.  Each program determines their specific "Spirit Pack" and fundraising goals before the season begins.  Game Uniforms & Equipment are usually “rented” by each student-athlete for the season.  Each program will outline what is to be returned (in good condition) or the student-athlete will be fined and put on the No-Activity list that applies to all activities, including graduation ceremony, at MTHS.

MTHS uses outside organizations during the off-season.  This fulfills the CIF & SJS bylaws that state an outside organization must be used during the off-season of each sport.  This also fulfills the liability requirement in case an accident was to occur.  There is usually a cost and separate form that apply to these off-season programs because of these circumstances.  There is no limit to Strength Training & Conditioning.  The outside organization allows “use of the ball” and the teams to work on specific drills & skills.

The Monterey Trail Athletic Calendar is the most current and up to date place to keep track of scheduling changes.  Rainouts are called at 12:30pm on the day of the game.  All games are assumed on until officially postponed or cancelled.  Re-scheduling typically occurs within a few days of the cancellation.  Tournament updates are posted as soon as determined, sometimes uncertain all the way up to gametime.

Buses or vans are provided for all MTHS athletic teams Monday through Friday.  Saturday events are “on your own” (unless indicated otherwise).  “On Your Own” is defined as each team member to arrive at the specific location, at a specific time without any coordination done from MTHS Athletic staff.  Any pre-arranged transportation by the MTHS Athletic Staff must have all drivers fingerprinted by EGUSD and/or MTHS field trip consent paperwork completed.  In the event of an emergency the MTHS Athletic Staff can only release student-athletes to their emergency card designees. Transportation liability forms are included within the athletic Clearance Packet for all parents to sign. Student drivers must fill a form out as well if applicable.

Each season The MTHS Athletic Department conducts a fundraiser that challenges each student-athlete to network themselves in the business community.  Each Student-athlete’s goal is to reach out to people that they, or their families, know who have the ability to make tax-deductible donations in behalf of them and their sport.  This fundraiser is not meant to solicit donations from immediate family, neighbors, and friends, unless they own businesses, work for corporations or otherwise have the ability to make tax-deductible donations.  The proceeds raised go directly to the each student-athlete’s sport (or is split among their multiple sports). Thank you notices with the tax-id # are sent in behalf of the student-athletes and MTHS that can be used as a tax document.

Athletic PE is offered for the sports that their coach is a PE teacher.  Currently that is Football (All terms), Women’s & Men’s Volleyball (Term 1 & 3), Baseball & Softball (Terms 3 & 4).  This class is meant for all Varsity level student-athletes and JV student-athletes that can fit it in their schedule.  9th graders are to take Core PE except for certain circumstances were approval is granted.  *Weight Training is offered throughout the day and all other athletes, as well as prospective athletes, are encouraged to register. See Athletic P.E. form for more details.

The MTHS Athletic Boosters (http://www.mthsboosters.org/) is a great way to get involved as a parent.  You will able to work on specific projects that benefit your sport of interest as well as get involved with overall Athletic Department projects.  It is completely volunteer and should be both fun for you and rewarding to your student-athletes experience.  Other jobs within the Athletic Department such as:  ticket takers, clock operators, scorekeepers, statisticians, announcers, equipment managers, etc are always needed.  If you are interested in any of these or have a specific skill that you would like offer, please inquire.

The MTHS Athletic Department supports the Jr. Mustang youth football organization which has been re-established in 2008, Jr Mustang youth basketball camp.  These organizations have direct ties to our Head Varsity Coach’s program.  Other organizations that we have formed partnerships with are Shamrox softball, Team Trail AAU Men’s Basketball, NCVA Men's Volleyball as well as the Mustang Trail Blazer Women's Volleyball Club.

MTHS Spiritwear is available for purchase during the lunch periods at the student store as well as online through the student web store.  MTHS Athletic Boosters display spiritwear for sale at all home football games.  Each sport program also provides opportunities for fans to purchase spiritwear, contact specific Head Varsity Coaches for more information.

All Athletes considering competing at the collegiate level must follow the MTHS procedure for entering the NCAA Clearinghouse. (see form) Students and parents should also consult the NCAA for more information.