Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools
St. Philip Neri School

Athletics

Athletics Program at St. Philip Neri Catholic School

The athletics program at St. Philip Neri Catholic School is designed to provide our students with athletic opportunities while working on important life skills such as teamwork, hard work, and dedication. Our school currently offers students the ability to participate in basketball and soccer at the school. With both intramural leagues and CYO sponsored leagues, students will have plenty of opportunities to develop their athletic skills.

St. Philip Neri Youth Sports Website

FALL SOCCER

Season: August – November
Grades: Pre-K through Grade 8
Experience Required: None

Intramural Soccer (Pre-K & Kindergarten)

Our in-house soccer league introduces our youngest players to the fundamentals of the game in a fun, supportive environment. Players learn basic skills, teamwork, and respect for teammates and coaches.

  • Begins with instructional practices

  • Transitions into scrimmage games

  • All practices and games held on weekday evenings at the SPN field

CYO Soccer Clinic (U8 | Grades 1–2)

This league is coordinated through the Archdiocese of Baltimore Soccer Program (ABSP) and offers a slightly more structured experience.

  • Practices twice per week at the SPN field

  • One game per weekend

  • Games include a mix of home (SPN) and away locations at local Catholic schools and parishes

CYO Soccer (U10–U14 | Grades 3–8)

A more competitive and structured league for older players, also coordinated through ABSP.

  • Practices twice per week at the SPN field

  • One game per weekend

  • Game scores recorded for end-of-season standings and awards

  • Games played at SPN and other Catholic schools/parishes in the area

WINTER BASKETBALL

Season: November – February
Grades: Pre-K through Grade 8
Experience Required: None

Intramural Basketball

Our in-house basketball league focuses on teaching fundamentals while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun.

  • Instructional practices followed by scrimmage games

  • All practices and games held in the SPN gym

CYO Basketball (Grades 3–8)

Coordinated through the Archdiocese of Baltimore Basketball Program, this league offers a more structured and competitive experience.

  • Practices twice per week in the SPN gym

  • One game per weekend

  • Game scores recorded for season-ending standings and awards

  • Games played at local Catholic schools and parishes throughout the Baltimore region

Spring Rugby

Intramural Tag Rugby

Our spring season features an in-house tag rugby league for ages 7-14, introducing players to the fundamentals of rugby in a safe, non-contact format that emphasizes teamwork, athleticism, and fun.

REGISTRATION FOR 2026 SPRING RUBGY IS OPEN!    Cost is $30.

Players from 7 to 14 yrs of age (Grades 2 thru 8) are welcome.  Practice starts March 10.  Registration is required to practice or play.  Questions about Tag Rugby may directed to Pat Walsh at [email protected] 

Tag Rugby Registration Link

SPN Sports Ministry Mission Statement:

The goal of the Sports Program of St. Philip Neri is to offer the children of the St. Philip Neri Community the opportunity to compete in an organized sports program that promotes Christian beliefs and values, respect for others, cooperation, teamwork and good sportsmanship through healthy competition and camaraderie.

St. Philip Neri Sports Program Contact Information

OPEN POSITIONS – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The SPN Sports Committee is looking for an individual to fill our open Vice President and Treasurer positions.  This is a great opportunity to guide and shape the sports program at St. Philip Neri.  The role involves developing a strategy to grow the sports program, facilitating and coordinating consistent procedures and overseeing the sports budget.  Serving on the committee is a great way to earn your volunteer hours.  If interested, please reach out to a member of our Sports Committee listed above.