Basketball Season is Underway
JCDS sports keep our Sharks active and competitive.
The energy in Steitz Gymnasium is electric as our boys' and girls' basketball teams tip off the season with lots of Shark pride! At JCDS, we’re pleased to offer our elementary students the chance to compete against other schools—building confidence, teamwork, and school spirit— while showcasing the good character traits they’re developing.
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Our 5th-grade boys' team, led by Head Coach Theodore, opened the season with some early challenges and is eager to build momentum in the games ahead.
"Wins will come, but what matters most is how we come together, push each other, and keep building as a team", Coach Theodore said.
In addition to the 5th-grade boys' basketball team, JCDS also offers girls' teams for grades 4 and 5, and boys' teams for grades 3 and 4. These multiple squads create more opportunities for athletes to participate and serve as a fun training ground for our younger students.
The girls' basketball teams—White and Blue—are off to a fantastic start this season. They are diving into some fierce competition with tremendous energy and verve on the court.
Fifth-grader Miller J. shared, "I take basketball seriously because it's my favorite thing in the world and I love it!"
Leading the girls are Head Coach Liz McNairy, our School Counselor, and Assistant Coach Ashley Barber, our Operations Coordinator. Both of whom are no strangers to sports themselves.
"I am so proud of these girls!" said Ms. McNairy.
She notes the teams practice together as one big group, fostering a strong sense of unity where everyone lifts each other.
Boys in 3rd and 4th grades have their own White and Blue teams, giving our younger Sharks a chance to hit the court and build toward the top squad when they're older. They get an early taste of competition and sportsmanship—and they take it to heart.
"I get to play a friendly match and I play hard because I don't like to lose," said 4th-grader Jake B.
These young athletes are channeling that competitive fire into real progress, turning practices into a launchpad for on-court triumphs.
Jacksonville Country Day School
Located in Jacksonville, FL, Jacksonville Country Day School is a private school for Pre-K 3 through 5th grade. JCDS prepares students for a healthy and productive lifetime of intellectual exploration, character development, and social responsibility.
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