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Fall Sports are Almost Here for D56 Vikings!
Planning to participate in a fall sport? Now is the time to get ready!

The 2026-27 Sports Registration form is now open on the Athletics page of the D56 website:

A current sports physical is required and must be on file with the school nurse before a student can participate. Sports physicals are valid for one year from the date of the appointment, so now is a great time to schedule an appointment if needed.

Who Can Participate?

Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades from Viking School and River Trail School.


Fall Sports Offered:

Boys Soccer

Girls Soccer

Girls Softball

Cross Country


First Day of Practice

Monday, August 24 (after school)

Location: Viking School, 4460 Old Grand Ave.


Pick-Up: Students should be picked up promptly at the Viking Gym doors by 4:30 p.m.

*Cross Country practice ends at 4:00 p.m.


Please Note:

• Soccer and softball teams will hold tryouts/cuts.

• Students must also meet extracurricular eligibility requirements by consistently demonstrating productive, responsible, respectful, and safe behavior at school, practices, and competitions.