High School Philosophy of Athletics
DCCS provides a God-centered education through the teaching of Christian principles. The athletic program serves as an integral part of the total education program.

DCCS is committed to excellence in athletics. The educational benefits of an excellent athletic program develop a balanced lifestyle in the spiritual, mental, physical, and social dimensions of one's total being.

A goal of the DC athletic program is to encourage athletes to view their abilities as gifts from God and to seek out ways in which they can minister to others through sport participation. Athletics is a powerful tool for ministry. Coaches and athletes are challenged to consider practical ways in which they can serve others and witness to others using sport as a platform for their ministry.

Junior Varsity: In addition to the central and primary goal of developing Christ-like character, attitude and behavior in each athlete, the junior varsity program seeks to develop individual skills and team play. All players participate in most contests, providing valuable experience. The development of both the individual and the team are important at this level. All pre-season camps and tryouts are mandatory unless otherwise announced.

Varsity: In addition to the central and primary goal of developing Christ-like character, attitudes and behavior in each athlete, the varsity athletic program seeks to refine the players athletic skills. The further purpose of the varsity athletic program is to mold the best possible team for the purpose of competition and teach the importance of understanding and performing the roles given to each member for the good of the entire team and the glory of God. All pre-season camps and tryouts are mandatory unless otherwise announced.

League Affiliation
The high school athletic program is a member of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (District One). For the 2007-08 school year, DCCS is playing an independent schedule with post season play opportunities in district and state competition.

High School Athlete Eligibility
There are several eligibility standards as set forth by the PIAA to which every athlete must comply. In order for an athlete to be eligible to participate in the first day of try-outs for any sport he/she must have on file in the Athletic Office a PIAA Pre-Participation Form. The PIAA Pre-Participation Form can be printed off of the DC Athletic web page. Wrestlers are also required to turn in a weight classification form prior to the start of the season (also available on the web page).

DCCS also requires each athlete to complete a HS Eligibility Form for each season of participation.

Sport Seasons
Fall 2007:
First day of try-outs: August 13
Maximum length of regular season: 8/9 weeks

Winter 2007/08:
First dayo f tryouts: November 12
Maximum length of regular season: 12 weeks

Spring 2008:
First day of tryouts: March 3
Maximum length of regular season: 9/10 weeks