Sports at CDNIS

Athletics Overview

CDNIS is an active member of the ISSFHK, SEASAC and the HKSSF.  We strive to get as many studnts as possible involved and active throughout the school year in a fun, competitive way.  We strive to teach athletes that commitment, responsibility and team spirit is important on and off the playing surface. 

Season 1
Sepetember to November
Cross Country, Volleyball, Football (U12 and U14), Baseball Club, Swimming and Gymnastics (U12)

Season 2
November to February
Basketball, Ball Hockey, Golf, Touch, U12 Boys Tackle Rugby, Squash and Tennis

Season 3
March to May
Track and Field, Football (U20 and U16),  Badminton and Softball

Note: U12, U14, U16 and U20 refers to Age divisions. (ie. U12 means your child is 11 yrs old or under as of Sept 1st.)

Being a member of a CDNIS athletic team is an ambition for many students.  The attainment of this goal carries with it certain responsibilities.  A great athletic programme and tradition is not built over night; it takes the hard work of many people over many years.  As a member of an interscholastic sports team at CDNIS, you become part of the process of building that tradition based on integrity. It is not easy to uphold such a great tradition, but when you wear a CDNIS uniform, you understand the CDNIS Athletic Department’s philosophy towards athletics and assume the responsibilities that come with your position.

Athletic Programme Objectives

Our programme is divided into 3 levels. U12 and U14, U16’s and U20’s. For each programme we have specific Objectives we strive to achieve.

U12 and U14 - Developmental
The primary objective at this level is to maximize the learning of skills, knowledge and rules of the game. Maximum participation by athletes is emphasized not only for the overall growth and welfare of the athletes, but the continued development of the overall programme. Developmental levels should be the foundations for the higher, competitive levels. Developing athletes is a higher priority than a winning season.

U16 - Training to Be Competitive
At this level, we are striving to continue to develop the “basic skills”. The aim is to refine the “basic skills and to develop their application within the sport”. Maximum participation remains an objective but additional emphasis is placed on being competitive. We are working to apply skills to competitive situations and to develop more detailed tactics related to the individual sport.

U20 - Competitive
At this stage of the programme we place more emphasis on being competitive. During a season we aim to put the best possible team on the playing surface at key stages in the season and players earn their game time throughout the season. We are striving to develop complex tactics of the sport and we emphasize commitment, discipline and dedication to a team.

Athletics Philosophy

The Athletics Department is dedicated to interscholastic activities as a vital component of an education at CDNIS. Athletics will be a positive learning experience for our student-athletes if they recognize that they can achieve their highest personal potential by embracing a lifestyle dedicated to integrity, self-discipline, and competition.  In addition, selection to a team is both an honour and a privilege, and as such, carries responsibilities. As representatives of CDNIS, all athletes have the obligation to represent themselves in an exemplary manner.

Simply put, but not as simply executed, the goal of the Athletics Programme is to build character within our student-athletes, develop several skill sets, and win with honour and class.  It is a commitment to being principled.

Responsibilities to Yourself

As a team member, it is your responsibility to yourself  to broaden your knowledge and develop strength of character. You owe it to yourself to experience all facets of school life. In doing so, you will developed various skill sets to prepare you for future endeavours throughout life.

Responsibility To Your School

As a team member, it is your responsibility to participate in athletics to the height of your ability while maintaining exemplary standards of discipline and integrity. Keeping in mind your peers, parents, and other school communities judge our school by the conduct and attitudes of our student-athletes, you are contributing to the reputation of CDNIS.

Responsibility To Others

As a team member, it is your responsibility to live up to all of your commitments including your team, teachers, friends, and most importantly, your family.  You will show great enthusiasm and support for your teammates, and every minute of the game you play, you should play to the best of your ability. Develop self-respect by earning your teammates’ respect and admiration. Be positive and supportive towards others, even when the situation may warrant a negative response.  Be proud of your own actions so that others can be just as proud.

Regardless of whether we win or lose, we play at all times with commendable sportsmanship.  An opponent offers us an opportunity to demonstrate our ability, determination and class.  We treat everyone involved with respect.  This includes our own team members as well as the opponents, officials, and spectators.

We recognize that we are a part of a team.  We work towards team success and are willing to make personal sacrifices for the benefit of the team.  We demonstrate commitment to the goals of the team and are supportive of each other in our efforts to attain those goals.