School Sports

Extra-curricular school sports are possible through the volunteer efforts of staff, family and community members.  All coaches must have a Criminal Record Check on file with the school and have complete the BCSS Concussion Training Program.  Rayleigh Elementary is an active participant in elementary sports that are offered through the SD73 Elementary Sports Council. 

Here is an overview of the Sports Programs that are offered within SD73: Elementary Sports Council Schedule for 2025/2026 

Here is a guide to identify the zone we are in for SD73 Sports: Zone Identification.  Rayleigh is classified as Zone 4

Cross Country Running 2025

Ms. Paige Coxon has volunteered to organize/sponsor this extra curricular activity again this year.  Cross Country Running is offered to Grade 3-7 students on a sign up basis.  As information is provided on the runs being offered, a brief summary will be added below.

1) The Jack Isenor OLPH Cross Country Run at MacArthur Island Park - Wednesday, Sept 17th, 2025

• Invitation

2) Westsyde Schools Cross Country Race at Westsyde Centennial Park - Wednesday, October 8th, 2025

• Race Description and Information

Volleyball Season 2025 - released by the Elementary Sports Council on October 15, 2025

With the restructuring of schools (K-7), the Elementary Sports Council has eliminated the Tier 2 Level of play within sports.  In addition, schools are being strongly encouraged to have Grade 4 students participate in sports within a Drop-in/Intramural format instead of a Tier 3 Level of play.  Drop-in/Intramurals play allows for more game time for students without the added pressures on schools of hosting games.  At Rayleigh, we are planning to hold two lunch hours per week for Grade 4 students to receive skill development practice from Grade 6/7 leaders, volunteers and staff and then play games of volleyball. 

Grade 5/6/7 students will have the opportunity to play on teams that fit them best.  The Elementary Sports Council is offering Competitive and Recreation leagues that teams can be placed in and will play against teams from around the School District. 

Below are the 2025 Volleyball Schedules.  The first games of the season are scheduled for October 21st, 2025.

Girls Recreation Schedule - Team Tweed Girls Rec Team (Rayleigh Team 1) - posted on Oct 15th

Girls Recreation Schedule - Team Town Girls Rec Team (Rayleigh Team 2) - posted on Oct 15th

Boys Recreation Schedule - Boys 5/6/7 Team - posted on Oct 15th

Here are the SD73 Elementary Volleyball Rules that have been updated as of September 2024

Here is the overarching Gym Schedule for Volleyball Season

Recreation Teams do not participate in playoffs.

Basketball Season 2026

At Rayleigh, we are planning to hold two lunch hours per week for Grade 4 students to receive skill development practice from Grade 6/7 leaders and staff and then play games of basketball. 

We are planning for Grade 5/6/7 students to have the opportunity to play on teams that fit them best, as long as coaches are available.  The Elementary Sports Council is offering Competitive and Recreation leagues that teams can be placed in and will play against teams from around the School District.   We are planning to have our school's four teams formulated before Winter Break so that we can submit this information to the Elementary Sports Council.

The SD 73 Elementary Sports Council has updated the Elementary Basketball Rules for the 2026 season.  The first Basketball Games of the season will start the week of January 19th.

Girls Welcome to the Basketball Season Letter - handed out on Dec 2, 2025

Boys Welcome to the Basketball Season Letter - handed out on Dec 3, 2025

Here is the schedule for the Pre-Season Basketball Practice Times for the week of Dec 15th-19th, 2025. 

Here is the schedule for Basketball Practice Times during the 2026 regular season.  This is subject to change.  This link will remain live and up to date throughout the season.

Below are the SD73 Schedules for 2026 (subject to change):

• Girls Competitive Basketball Schedule - released on Jan 12th, 202
• Girls Rec Basketball Schedule - released on Jan 12th, 2026
• Boys Competitive Basketball Schedule - released on Jan 12th, 2026
• Boys Rec Basketball Schedule - released on Jan 12th, 2026

2026 Basketball Playoffs

• Girls Competitive Schedule 2026 - released on Friday, Feb 13th, 2026
• Boys Competitive Schedule 2026 - released on Friday, Feb 13th, 2026

If you are looking for Community Basketball opportunities in Kamloops, you may want to check out one of the following programs.

• Basketball 4All Academy (Goran Nogic)
• Kamloops Hoops (Ryan Kerr)
• Kamloops King's Court (Ryan Porter)
• Northern Bounce (Sean Garvey)

Flag Football Season 2026 - too be updated if the season goes ahead for our school

The season runs during April & May with a five game season and an optional Jamboree Wrap Up event.  The Elementary Sports Council website has further information on what the Elementary Flag Football League looks like in our district.  The first games are scheduled for Wednesday, April 13th, 2026.  The schedule will be posted here once it is received.

Based on the number of students who are interested in playing, we are able to include Grade 5-7 students this year on the Rayleigh team.

Flag Football Welcome to the Season Letter - handed out on March 13th, 2025

Here are the Elementary Flag Football Rules that are used throughout the district

No cleats are allowed on school fields until April 16th

2025 Year: Practices are on Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:00 pm on the school fields (starting on April 1st) & Thursdays during the lunch break (starting April 3rd).

Games will be played on Wednesdays at 3:00 pm starting on April 17th

Rayleigh Flag Football Schedule 2025 - received and posted on April 1st, 2025

• Note: Change of Schedule: Beattie Elementary informed us that they are not able to come to Rayleigh for the scheduled game on Wednesday, May 14th.  Posted on May 13th.

SD73 League-Wide Flag Football Schedule 2025 - received and posted on April 1st, 2025

2026 Flag Football Jamboree - tentatively scheduled for Friday, June 5th, 2026 - Overview of the Flag Football Jamboree Day

Track & Field 2026 

The Rayleigh Intermediate School Track & Field Meet is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5th

Schedule of Events for the 2025 School Track Meet - to be updated

Our Zone 4 1000/1200 m Meet is scheduled for TBD at Westmount Elementary from 9:00-11:00 am

Our Zone 4 Track & Field Meet is scheduled for May 21, 2026 at Hillside Stadium

The District 1000/1200 m Finals are scheduled for May 27, 2026 at Hillside Stadium

The District Track & Field Meet is scheduled for May 28, 2026 at Hillside Stadium

Zone & District Schedule of Events

Community Sports Opportunities

Looking for extra-curricular activities for your child?  Please check out the following links for more information on how you can get them involved:

Kamloops Youth Soccer Association

Royal Soccer Club - The Royal Soccer Club, a registered non-profit community organization, is proud to host their 32nd annual grassroots summer day camps.  The program is designed to promote personal development, team building and of course, FUN!  Uniquely designed to offer a more soccer focused morning with a leisure swim with other organized activities in the afternoon.  The program operates during all weeks in July and August for children aged 5 to 13.  For more information or to register, visit royalsoccerclub.com or call 1-800-427-0536.

Sportball - A multi-sport program will introduce up to 8 different sports over an 8 week session. Sports included are: Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Tennis, Hockey, Golf, and T-ball. Follow the link to our website to view registration which opens March 12th: Register Now - Sportball Kamloops

Pickleball Lessons - this rapidly growing sport is engaging and some coaches are willing to set up clinics in Rayleigh if there is enough interest.