Grizzly Baseball Team

The West Briar Middle School baseball team is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students, offering a welcoming environment for players of all experience levels. Athletes on the team develop essential baseball skills such as hitting, pitching, fielding, throwing accuracy, and base running.

In addition to physical skills, players build teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking as they learn to work together during practices and games. The program also emphasizes discipline, perseverance, and sportsmanship, helping students grow in confidence and responsibility both on and off the field.

For more specific information regarding the baseball program please contact Coach Lamar.

Grizzly Basketball Teams

The West Briar Middle School basketball team is open to all 7th and 8th grade students who are interested in learning the game, improving their abilities, and being part of a supportive team environment. Players of all experience levels are welcome, from beginners to those who have played competitively before.

Through regular practices and games, student-athletes will develop a wide range of basketball skills, including ball handling, shooting technique, passing accuracy, and defensive positioning. The program also emphasizes physical fitness, helping players build endurance, strength, coordination, and agility.

Beyond technical skills, the team focuses on important life skills such as teamwork, communication, discipline, and sportsmanship. Athletes learn how to work together toward common goals, support their teammates, and handle both wins and losses with maturity and respect.

For information conerning each of the following teams please contact the following coaches;

• 7th Grade Girls:  Coach Williams
• 7th Grade Boys:  Coach Simon
• 8th Grade Girls:  Coach Lamar
• 8th Grade Boys:  Coach London

Grizzly Cross Country Team

Welcome to the West Briar Middle School Cross Country Team.  Cross Country running is a sport that lends itself to accommodating large numbers.  Because of that, we do not have a set try-out time period, we welcome every runner willing to put in the time and effort as a member of the team every single day. Personal improvement is the number one goal in cross country; this allows for runners of all ability levels wishing to have a school team-sport experience, a spot on the team. The only requirements are that you come to practices and put forth your best effort every day.

Grades:  Team members are expected to remain in good academic standing.  Failure in any class for a 9 week period will result in a team member being ineligible for all meets in the next three week period.  An ineligible athlete will continue to practice while regaining eligibility.  If grades don’t improve an ineligible athlete may be dropped from the team.

Equipment:  Athletes may wear shorts and t-shirt of their choosing to practice.  A good running shoe is a must. Texas Running Company located at Highway 6 and 59 S.W. Freeway, gives a discount to school team runners purchasing running shoes, Academy and Sports Authority also carry appropriate running shoes.  For competition, a West Briar uniform will be provided.

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For more information concerning the Cross Country team please contact
Coach Giuseppetti.

Grizzly Football Teams

The West Briar Middle School football team is open to all 7th and 8th grade students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of the game, building confidence, and being part of a committed team. Whether students are new to football or have previous experience, the program provides a welcoming environment for all skill levels.

Throughout the season, athletes will develop key football skills such as proper tackling techniques, passing and catching, blocking, footwork, and understanding offensive and defensive strategies. Practices are designed to improve overall athletic ability, including strength, speed, agility, and endurance.

In addition to physical skills, the program emphasizes teamwork, leadership, discipline, and communication. Players learn how to work together, follow game plans, support one another, and demonstrate good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

The West Briar football team offers a positive and structured environment where students can grow as athletes, build lasting friendships, and take pride in representing their school.

For information conerning each of the following teams please contact the following coaches;  Mr. King,  Coach London, Coach Lamar

Grizzly Soccer Teams

The West Briar Middle School soccer team is an inclusive program open to all 7th and 8th grade students, regardless of prior experience. The team focuses on helping athletes build a strong foundation in the fundamentals of soccer, including ball control, passing accuracy, shooting technique, and defensive positioning. Players will also develop important physical skills such as speed, agility, coordination, and overall fitness.

Beyond technical ability, the program emphasizes teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. Athletes learn how to work together effectively on the field, support their teammates, and demonstrate respect for opponents and officials. The team environment encourages responsibility, discipline, and a positive attitude, helping students grow both as players and individuals. Whether students are new to the sport or looking to improve their skills, the West Briar soccer team provides a supportive and engaging space to learn, compete, and have fun.

For information conerning each of the following teams please contact the following coaches;

• Girls' Soccer Team: Coach Giuseppetti
• Boys Soccer Team:  Coach Williams

Grizzly Softball Team

The West Briar Middle School softball team is an inclusive program open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students, welcoming players of all experience levels. The team is designed to help athletes build a strong foundation in softball fundamentals, including throwing, catching, hitting, base running, and fielding techniques. Players will also improve their hand-eye coordination, reaction time, and overall athletic ability.

In addition to physical skills, the program emphasizes teamwork, communication, and game strategy. Athletes learn how to work together on defense and offense, understand situational play, and make quick decisions during games. The team environment encourages confidence, discipline, and perseverance, while promoting good sportsmanship and respect for teammates, coaches, and opponents. Whether students are new to the sport or looking to sharpen their skills, the West Briar softball team offers a supportive and engaging environment to grow, compete, and enjoy the game.

For more specific information regarding the softball team please contact 

Coach Simon.

Grizzly Swim Team

The West Briar Middle School Swim Team is an inclusive program open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students, regardless of prior experience. Designed to build both confidence and competence in the water, the team provides a supportive environment where athletes can grow at their own pace while being challenged to improve.

Throughout the season, swimmers develop strong foundational skills such as proper stroke technique in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. They also learn essential water safety practices, breathing control, and efficient turns and starts. In addition to physical skills, the program emphasizes endurance, strength, and overall fitness.

Beyond the pool, student-athletes gain valuable life skills. Being part of the swim team encourages discipline, goal setting, time management, and perseverance. Swimmers learn how to work as a team, support their peers, and build sportsmanship through both practice and competition.

Whether a student is new to swimming or looking to refine their technique, the West Briar Swim Team offers a positive and engaging experience that promotes personal growth, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for fitness.

For more specific information regarding the swim team please contact
Coach Gardner.

Grizzly Track Team

The West Briar Middle School track team is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students, offering a welcoming and supportive environment for athletes of all experience levels. Whether students are new to running or have prior experience, the program focuses on helping each participant grow, improve, and enjoy being part of a team.

Athletes on the track team develop a wide range of physical and personal skills. These include speed, endurance, strength, and overall fitness through events like sprints, distance running, relays, and field events. Beyond physical ability, students also build important life skills such as discipline, goal setting, time management, and perseverance.

Team members learn the value of hard work and consistency as they train and track their progress throughout the season. They also develop teamwork and sportsmanship by encouraging their teammates, celebrating successes, and supporting one another through challenges. Confidence grows as athletes set personal goals and achieve new milestones.

Overall, the West Briar track team provides a positive and energetic environment where students can stay active, challenge themselves, and build friendships while developing skills that will benefit them both on and off the track.

For more specific information regarding the track please contact Coach Lamar.

Grizzly Volleyball Teams

The West Briar Middle School volleyball program is open to all 7th and 8th grade students who are interested in learning the game, improving their athletic abilities, and being part of a supportive team environment. Athletes in the program will develop a wide range of fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and basic defensive techniques such as digging and court positioning.

In addition to technical skills, students will build important physical abilities like agility, coordination, balance, and reaction time. Practices also emphasize teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship, helping players learn how to work effectively with others toward a shared goal. Athletes will gain experience with game strategy, understand offensive and defensive systems, and learn how to make quick decisions under pressure.

Overall, the program is designed not only to develop volleyball skills, but also to foster confidence, discipline, leadership, and a strong sense of team responsibility—skills that carry over into both sports and everyday life

For more information concerning the volleyball teams please contact
Coach Giuseppetti.