Dear Students and Families,

As the spring sports season approaches, we want to ensure that all students are prepared to participate. Please make sure you are registered in Final Forms, and that all your forms are completed and physicals are up to date.

Final Forms Registration Instructions:

1. Visit: https://talawanda-oh.finalforms.com/
2. Log in to your parent account.
3. Click on the "PROFILE" button for the student you would like to register for a sport.
4. Click on the "MANAGE SPORTS" button below the student’s profile information.
5. Select the sport the student would like to participate in this season.
6. Click the "UPDATE SPORTS" button at the bottom of the page to complete registration.

Important: While logged in, please ensure that all forms are complete and that an OHSAA Preparticipation Physical is uploaded. The forms and physical are required prior to participation in athletics.

Registration ends for all spring sports on Friday, February 14th, 2025. If you are not registered by that date, you will be required to seek approval from the head coach of the sport you wish to participate in and register in person by visiting the Athletic Office.

If you would like more information on any of the spring sports, please reach out to the appropriate head coach, whose contact information is listed below:

• Baseball – Head Coach Matt Lykins – lykinsm@talawanda.org
• Softball – Head Coach Scott Davie – davies@talawanda.org
• Boys Tennis – Head Coach Nate Silberstein – silbersteinn@talawanda.org
• Boys and Girls Track & Field – Head Coach Brad Hoblitzell – hoblitzellb@talawanda.org

Other Important Information:

Parent/Guardian & Player Spring Sports Meeting

We will hold our Spring Sports Parent/Guardian & Player meeting on Wednesday, March 4th at 6:00 p.m. at Talawanda High School. ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND ATHLETES SHOULD BE IN ATTENDANCE.

Picture Day

Picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, March 11th after school. Coaches will communicate the exact times with their teams.

Athletic Fees

Athletic fees will be added to student-athletes' EZ-Pay accounts (the same account used for school fees and lunch) once rosters are finalized. The head coach will inform you when the fees are added to the student's account, and they can be paid at that time. Fees can be paid online with a credit card or in person (cash or check only) at the Main Office or Athletic Office.

Fees for the 2024-2025 School Year:

• First Sport: $300
• Second Sport: $300
• Third Sport: Free
  • Family Cap for HS: $800
  • Family Cap for HS & MS Combined: $1200
    • Please reach out to richardsonj@talawanda.org for any questions in regards to the Athletic Fees and Family Caps. 

Payment Due Date:

• Friday, March 14th

Payment Plans

To set up a payment plan, email me at richardsonj@talawanda.org by March 1st.

• Payment #1 Due Date: March 14th
• Payment #2 Due Date: March 28th

Bus Transportation for Athletics

Athletic transportation by bus will likely not be available for competitions starting before 5:30 p.m. (6:00 p.m. for competitions at schools that are further away). Student-athletes and parents/guardians should be prepared to arrange their own transportation to away events when bus transportation is not available.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out.

Thank you, and we look forward to a great spring sports season!