Athletics

Athletic Director

Rica Smith
smith.rica@fcboe.org

Participating in middle school athletics is a privilege that offers students valuable opportunities for personal growth and development. 

• Builds teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
• Promotes physical fitness and mental well-being
• Boosts self-confidence and fosters a sense of belonging

For eligible 7th and 8th grade students, BMMS offers:

• Football (August-October)
• Volleyball (August-October)
• Cheerleading (During the football and 8th grade basketball season)
• 8th Grade Basketball- Boys and Girls (October - December)
• 7th Grade Basketball- Boys and Girls (January - March)
• Track and Field (March - May)

• Athletics is for 7th and 8th grade students only.
• Only students that meet academic eligibility as outlined below may participate. 
• Students must have a current physical on file before trying out for a team.

Please note:  All Fayette County schools now use Rank One to manage physicals and all required permission forms.  Please allow 24-48 hours for us to connect Rank One to your student's Infinite Campus account. Once complete, you can upload your student's physical and complete other forms. You can also create an account on Rank One's mobile app.

• Students must pass all four academic subjects the semester preceding participation OR pass all academic subjects for the year.
• A player must not reach their 15th birthday prior to May 1st preceding their 8th grade year. A player must not reach their 14th birthday prior to May 1st preceding their 7th grade year.
• An eligible student can participate in each sport, once in the 7th grade and once in the 8th grade.
• Students must adhere to all rules and regulations outlined in the FCBOE Secondary Code of Conduct and/or specific written guidelines developed by the coach and/or school administration.
• 8th graders will be eligible to participate in sub-varsity sports at the high school level if that sport is not available at the middle school level. They must meet middle school eligibility requirements.
• The Fayette County Middle School Athletic League governs middle school athletics.

Athletic Participation Registration for 2026–2027

Parents of students who are interested in participating in sports at Bennett’s Mill Middle School or JV sports at Fayette County High School during the 2026–2027 school year must complete the following steps:

1. Complete the Athletic Interest Survey in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. (See Athletic Survey Directions.)
2. Wait 24–72 hours after submitting the survey.
3. Create a Rank One Parent Account by clicking the Rank One link.
   You will use your student's last name and student ID number to:
   • Complete required athletic forms
   • Upload the student’s current sports physical

Need Help?

If you need assistance accessing the Infinite Campus Parent Portal or creating an account, please use the Parent Password Reset Request Form or review the Initial Account Creation Steps for New Parents.
 

Spanish Instructions

Go to the Rank One website to get started. 

Rank One Customer Service

If you have technical issues creating a Rank One account or uploading a physical, please call the Rank One customer service number:

Rank One Customer Service
Toll Free: 888-544-3637

Mon - Friday: 9am-6pm EST