Exploring Milwaukee’s Vibrant High School Sports Scene

Exploring Milwaukee’s Vibrant High School Sports Scene

Milwaukee’s high schools offer a diverse array of athletic programs, providing students with opportunities to develop skills, build character, and foster community spirit. Here’s an overview of some notable programs in the area.

St. Thomas More High School

Located at 2601 East Morgan Avenue, St. Thomas More High School offers a comprehensive athletics program that includes sports such as baseball, basketball, cross country, football, soccer, and more. The school’s mission emphasizes inspiring students to embrace values rooted in Christ and the Catholic tradition, promoting principles of Christian discipleship, service to others, and academic excellence.

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School (DSHA)

DSHA, situated at 4257 N. 100th Street, provides an extensive range of sports for young women, boasting more offerings than any other high school in Wisconsin. With over 65% of students participating in interscholastic sports annually, DSHA offers 39 teams across 15 sports, including basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, gymnastics, ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, ski, soccer, softball, swim & dive, tennis, track & field, and volleyball.

Milwaukee High School of the Arts (MHSA)

MHSA collaborates with local high schools to offer a variety of sports, including cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming, tennis, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, and track & field. Practices are held at partner schools, with transportation provided for student-athletes.

Marquette University High School

Marquette High’s athletic program is among the most successful in the state, with approximately 65% of students participating in sports. The school offers 13 WIAA-sponsored sports, including cross country, football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, swimming and diving, hockey, baseball, lacrosse, tennis, and track and field. Additionally, there are eight club sports available.

Milwaukee Lutheran Middle and High School

Milwaukee Lutheran’s athletics program is rooted in excellence, faith, and community. As members of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and competitors in the Woodland Conference’s East Division, the school offers over 18 high school sports teams, middle school intramurals, youth club sports, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dedicated coaching staff.

These programs exemplify the commitment of Milwaukee’s high schools to fostering athletic excellence and personal growth among their students.