Athletics

The varsity athletic program at PSD has been established for the purpose of interscholastic competition. These competitions will center on good sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and integrity as advocated by the National Federation of State High School Athletics (NFSHSA), the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), and the Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association (ESDAA). All students who intend to participate in the Varsity Athletic Program must meet standards established by these organizations and by PSD. The program is open to academically, behaviorally, and chronologically eligible secondary students in 7th through 12th grades.

Any secondary student in good academic standing may tryout for a team. Selections will be made by the coaches with the approval of the principal and athletic director. These selections will be based on skill level, potential for growth in the sport, attitude, and ability to participate in practices and games. Athletes will remain eligible for team participation if they maintain satisfactory academic performance in all classes. Attendance to all practices as well as game and weekend tournaments is required of all team members. Students should not join a team if they know they cannot fulfill this requirement.

Transportation primarily is the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian but PSD is willing to assist as much as possible and runs drop-offs in the Philadelphia and Delaware County areas after most practices and games.

Annual medical clearance by a physician is mandatory for participation and a Health History Update needs to be completed by a parent or guardian each new season after the physical. You may have also received this form from the Nurse’s Office. The same physical may be used for Athletics that is needed by the Nurse’s Office. Be aware that many doctor’s offices use their own computerized form for data-keeping. This is acceptable to the athletic department, but the clearance to participate in competitive sports must be indicated. So, if your doctor uses his own form, we still need the section on the back of our form that reads “Expanded Physical for Sports Participation.” Students without a current physical or clearance cannot practice with a team until forms are complete.

This is varsity competition and certain risks are involved. Despite all reasonable supervision, training, and protective equipment, injuries can occur so we must all work together to follow all medical policies. Proper attire, including footwear, is mandatory and the responsibility of the participant.

As noted, our teams will be participating in some weekend tournaments. These tournaments take place at ESDAA member schools. PSD, along with 18 other schools for the Deaf, belongs to the Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association. Intra-association play provides our athletes with the opportunity to meet and compete with other Deaf athletes, while weekend tournaments give them the opportunity to visit other Deaf schools, socialize, and make friendships with Deaf students outside our area. It is a vital aspect of our athletic program and to the social development of our athletes.

It is the goal of the Athletic Program at PSD to develop good athletes, great students, and exemplary citizens

Current Sports

Soccer
September through November

Girls Volleyball
September through November

Boys’ Basketball
November through February

Girls’ Basketball
November through February

Coed Cheerleading
November through February

Coed Track and Field
March through mid-May

Apparel Store

To purchase athletic apparel, go to PSD Panthers’ official store.

Schedules

OpponentDateTimeLocationResultScore
Delaware School for the Deaf9/26/20233:30 pmHomeT5-5
Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind9/28/20233:30 pmHome
Lexington School for the Deaf10/2/20233:30 pmHome
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/5/20233:30 pmHome
ESDAA Division 1 Tournament @ Marie Phillips and Walden School10/13/2023TBAAway
ESDAA Division 1 Tournament @ Marie Phillips and Walden School10/14/2023TBAAway
ESDAA Division 1 Tournament @ Marie Phillips and Walden School10/15/2023TBAAway
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/18/20233:30 pmAway
New York School for the Deaf10/20/20233:00 pmHome
OpponentDateTimeLocationResultScore
Delaware School for the Deaf9/26/20233:30 pmHomeL0-3 (12-25,10-25,14-25)
Lexington School for the Deaf10/2/20233:30 pmHome
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/5/20233:30 pmHome
Lexington School for the Deaf10/11/20233:30 pmAway
Marie Katenbach School for the Deaf10/18/20233:30 pmAway
New York School for the Deaf10/20/20233:00 pmHome
Delaware School for the Deaf10/23/20233:30 pmAway
ESDAA Division 1 and 2 Tournament: Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/27/2023TBAAway
ESDAA Division 1 and 2 Tournament: Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/28/2023TBAAway
ESDAA Division 1 and 2 Tournament: Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf10/29/2023TBAAway
OpponentDateTimeLocationResult
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf3/30/20233:30 PMAway
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf4/20/20233:30 PMAwayCancelled
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf4/26/20233:30 PMAway
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf5/4/20233:30 PMAwayCancelled
ESDAA Track & Field Tournament at Rhode Island School for the Deaf5/12/2023TBAAway
ESDAA Track & Field Tournament at Rhode Island School for the Deaf5/13/2023TBAAway
OpponentDateTimeLocationResultScore
Basketball Tip-Off Tournament @ Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf: Rochester School for the Deaf12/02/20226:00 pmAwayL18 - 38
Basketball Tip-Off Tournament @ Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf: Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf12/03/202210:00 amAwayW38 - 29
City School Philadelphia12/07/20223:30 pmHomeL4 - 76
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: New York School for the Deaf12/09/20226:30 pmAwayL8 - 40
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: Kentucky School for the Deaf12/10/202210:30 amAwayL21 - 29
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf12/10/20225:00 pmAwayL7 - 36
Delaware School for the Deaf12/13/20225:00 pmHomeW33 - 25
Lexington School for the Deaf12/20/20225:15 pmHomeCancelled
Credfeld School 01/09/20234:15 pmAwayL39 - 45
Lexington School for the Deaf01/11/20233:45 pmAwayL16 - 71
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf01/18/20235:00 pmHomeW61 - 38
American School for the Deaf01/21/20232:45 pmHomeL45 - 63
Delaware School for the Deaf01/24/20235:00 pmAwayL28 - 34
City School Philadelphia01/25/20234:00 pmAwayL13 - 70
Credfeld School01/30/20234:00 pmHomeL34 - 40
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf01/31/20233:30 pmAwayCancelled
Lexington School for the Deaf02/01/20233:45 pmHomeL17 - 40
New York School for the Deaf; PSD Homecoming02/04/20231:00 pmHomeL28 - 37
ESDAA at New York School for the Deaf02/17/2023TBAAway
ESDAA at New York School for the Deaf02/18/2023TBAAway
ESDAA at New York School for the Deaf02/19/2023TBAAway
OpponentDateTimeLocationResultScore
Basketball Tip-Off Tournament @ Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf: Villa Victoria12/02/20223:00 pmAwayL18 - 38
Basketball Tip-Off Tournament @ Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf: Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf12/03/20228:30 amAwayL
City School Philadelphia12/07/20225:00 pmHomeL6 - 58
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf12/09/20223:15 pmAwayL12 - 57
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: New York School for the Deaf12/10/20229:00 amAwayL18 - 54
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Homecoming weekend: Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf12/10/2022TBAAwayL32 - 50
Delaware School for the Deaf12/13/20223:30 pmHomeL15 - 25
Lexington School for the Deaf12/20/20223:45 pmHomeCancelled
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf01/18/20233:30 pmHomeL24 - 31
American School for the Deaf01/21/202312:45 pmHomeL1 - 38
Delaware School for the Deaf01/24/20233:30 pmAwayL4 - 44
City School Philadelphia01/25/20233:00 pmAwayL7 - 38
Marie Katzenbach School for the Deaf01/31/20235:00 pmAwayCancelled
Lexington School for the Deaf02/01/20233:45 pmAwayCancelled
New York School for the Deaf; PSD Homecoming02/04/202311:00 amHomeL28 - 60
ESDAA at Marie Philip and Walden School: New York School For the Deaf02/10/20235:00 pmAwayL14 - 46
ESDAA at Marie Philip and Walden School: American School for the Deaf02/11/20231:00 pmAwayL9 - 50