Meridian Athletics – Fall 2026 Key Dates & Events
As we prepare for an exciting fall season, we are proud to share important dates and events across Meridian Athletics. We encourage our entire community to come out, support our student-athletes, and be part of a great season.
Green & White Night – Friday, August 14 (6:00 PM)
Join us for one of Meridian’s proud traditions as we officially kick off the fall athletic season.
• Fall program introductions begin at 6:00 PM on the football field and will include youth programs, middle school teams, and high school teams.
• Our Marching Band will be introduced and perform as part of the evening.
• A full group picture will take place following introductions.
• Following the ceremony:
– Football will begin warmups
– Soccer and Volleyball will each hold a 20-minute scrimmage
• Concessions will be open — come hungry and enjoy the evening.
• A selection of older Meridian athletic uniforms will be available for purchase near the concession stand.
We look forward to continuing to build this into a strong community tradition.
High School Athletic Picture Day
• August 17 (Golf picture day will be August 24th)
• Order forms available through head coaches and the HS office
Fall Program Highlights
Volleyball
• Pack the Place Night – September 10
• Senior Night – October 19
Football
• Senior Night – October 24 (1:00 PM, prior to kickoff)
Cheerleading
• Mini Cheer Camp Performance – October 24 (Halftime of football game)
Golf
• Senior Night – September 24 at Moweaqua Golf Course
Soccer
• Senior Night – October 5
Middle School Recognition Nights
• MS Softball 8th Grade Night – August 25
• MS Baseball 8th Grade Night – September 2
Homecoming Week Schedule:
(Week of September 28th)
Monday, September 28
• Volleyball vs. Tuscola
Wednesday, September 30
• Boys Volleyball – 6:00 PM
• Powder Puff Game – 7:00 PM
• King & Queen Announcement (following volleyball)
Thursday, October 1
• Soccer vs. Arthur Christian
Friday, October 2
• Free Breakfast for HS students & staff – 7:00 AM
• Class Games
• District Pep Assembly
• Parade – 5:30 PM
Saturday, October 3
• Football vs. Pawnee – 11:00 AM
• Coronation Ceremony – 7:30 PM (Auditorium)
• Homecoming Dance – 8:00–10:30 PM (HS Gym)
Varsity Football Game Day Food Vendors
We appreciate the support of our school organizations providing additional food options:
• August 29 – Post Prom (Powder Puff Game) – JJ’s Sandwiches
• September 4 – Music Boosters – Pork Burgers
• September 12 – FFA/Ag Foundation
• October 3 – Student Council – Ribeye & Pork Chop Sandwiches (Homecoming)
• Local favorite Rockwell Coffee will also be on-site at home varsity football games.
We are looking forward to a fantastic fall season. Thank you for your continued support of Meridian Athletics!
Go Hawks!
As we prepare for an exciting fall season, we are proud to share important dates and events across Meridian Athletics. We encourage our entire community to come out, support our student-athletes, and be part of a great season.
Green & White Night – Friday, August 14 (6:00 PM)
Join us for one of Meridian’s proud traditions as we officially kick off the fall athletic season.
• Fall program introductions begin at 6:00 PM on the football field and will include youth programs, middle school teams, and high school teams.
• Our Marching Band will be introduced and perform as part of the evening.
• A full group picture will take place following introductions.
• Following the ceremony:
– Football will begin warmups
– Soccer and Volleyball will each hold a 20-minute scrimmage
• Concessions will be open — come hungry and enjoy the evening.
• A selection of older Meridian athletic uniforms will be available for purchase near the concession stand.
We look forward to continuing to build this into a strong community tradition.
High School Athletic Picture Day
• August 17 (Golf picture day will be August 24th)
• Order forms available through head coaches and the HS office
Fall Program Highlights
Volleyball
• Pack the Place Night – September 10
• Senior Night – October 19
Football
• Senior Night – October 24 (1:00 PM, prior to kickoff)
Cheerleading
• Mini Cheer Camp Performance – October 24 (Halftime of football game)
Golf
• Senior Night – September 24 at Moweaqua Golf Course
Soccer
• Senior Night – October 5
Middle School Recognition Nights
• MS Softball 8th Grade Night – August 25
• MS Baseball 8th Grade Night – September 2
Homecoming Week Schedule:
(Week of September 28th)
Monday, September 28
• Volleyball vs. Tuscola
Wednesday, September 30
• Boys Volleyball – 6:00 PM
• Powder Puff Game – 7:00 PM
• King & Queen Announcement (following volleyball)
Thursday, October 1
• Soccer vs. Arthur Christian
Friday, October 2
• Free Breakfast for HS students & staff – 7:00 AM
• Class Games
• District Pep Assembly
• Parade – 5:30 PM
Saturday, October 3
• Football vs. Pawnee – 11:00 AM
• Coronation Ceremony – 7:30 PM (Auditorium)
• Homecoming Dance – 8:00–10:30 PM (HS Gym)
Varsity Football Game Day Food Vendors
We appreciate the support of our school organizations providing additional food options:
• August 29 – Post Prom (Powder Puff Game) – JJ’s Sandwiches
• September 4 – Music Boosters – Pork Burgers
• September 12 – FFA/Ag Foundation
• October 3 – Student Council – Ribeye & Pork Chop Sandwiches (Homecoming)
• Local favorite Rockwell Coffee will also be on-site at home varsity football games.
We are looking forward to a fantastic fall season. Thank you for your continued support of Meridian Athletics!
Go Hawks!
Happy Shopping!
School registration is now open online for returning students through TeacherEase. When using the app, you will be prompted to register your students after logging in. If you have any questions, please reach out to the building office.
Registration for new students will take place in person on Wednesday, August 5 from 8:00 - 3:00 p.m. All students (grades k - 12) will register in Macon. Please enter through the Meridian Middle School doors.
Registration for new students will take place in person on Wednesday, August 5 from 8:00 - 3:00 p.m. All students (grades k - 12) will register in Macon. Please enter through the Meridian Middle School doors.
Meridian has a couple of employment opportunities!
Meridian Preschool Screening
The menu for day three consisted of an Italian marinated roasted chicken sandwich, Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, macaroni amd cheese, steamed broccoli, cornbread, blueberry muffins, and a remake of yesterday's chicken strips with some additional seasoning!
Today's menu for the food service training was french toast casserole, chicken strips, chicken caesar salad wrap, tomato soup, blueberry muffins, stir fry veggies, salad (with house made dressing), and fresh fruit!
Our food service staff started a four day scratch cooking training today with the Sustainable Food Institute. They did a phenomenal job with the first day's menu! Spaghetti with scratch made meat sauce, house made alfredo, roasted zucchini and green beans, fruit, salad with house made dressings, and a peach crisp that was to die for. As we are rolling this out, our goal is to transition from frozen heat and serve foods to locally sourced scratch made fresh foods.
Below is a message from Coach Johnson in regards to MS Softball.
Due to the extreme heat warning, today’s tryout will take place in the high school gym. Times will remain the same (3–5 PM).
All athletes need to wear tennis shoes and softball pants, and bring their own face mask and glove. Please enter from the high school side.
If your physical has been updated since last year, and have not turned it in yet, you must bring a copy with you before practice. If you would prefer, you can send an electronic copy to brittonb@meridianhawks.net.
Due to the extreme heat warning, today’s tryout will take place in the high school gym. Times will remain the same (3–5 PM).
All athletes need to wear tennis shoes and softball pants, and bring their own face mask and glove. Please enter from the high school side.
If your physical has been updated since last year, and have not turned it in yet, you must bring a copy with you before practice. If you would prefer, you can send an electronic copy to brittonb@meridianhawks.net.
Happy Shopping!
Meridian Hawks Fall Sports Information (2026–2027)
Fall sports are right around the corner! Please review the information below to make sure your student-athlete is ready for the season.
Official Start Dates & Coaches:
MS Softball — Coach Butler (butlerg@meridianhawks.net) — July 27
MS Baseball — Coach Britton (brittonb@meridianhawks.net) — August 3
HS Football — Coach Sparks (sparksk@meridianhawks.net) — August 5
HS Golf — Coach Stielow (stielowp@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Soccer — Coach Rund (rundm@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Volleyball — Coach Kirby (kirbys@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Cheer — Coach Bickel (bickela@meridianhawks.net) — August 11
These are official start dates. Camps, open gyms, parent meetings, and other opportunities may take place prior—please check with your coach for details.
Team Communication: SportsYou App
All parents and athletes must be connected on SportsYou.
If you are not yet connected, please contact your coach for the team code.
Sports Registration: Snap / 8to18
$50 per sport
$150 family maximum
To register:
Visit https://www.meridianhawks.net/
Click Schools → select MS or HS
Click 8to18 (bottom left)
Select Registration
Log in or create an account
Family Passes:
Family passes are available for purchase during online school registration or can be purchased in the HS office once school starts through Mrs. Horve.
$75 per family
Valid for all Meridian home games
Not valid for IHSA or IESA tournament events
Physical Requirement:
A current physical must be on file before athletes can participate in practices.
Save the Date: Green & White Night
August 14
More details will be shared as the event approaches!
Schedules:
Fall athletic schedules are available through the 8to18 portal on our school website.
Questions? Contact:
Brian Britton, Athletic Director
brittonb@meridianhawks.net
Let’s get ready for a great fall season—Go Hawks!
Fall sports are right around the corner! Please review the information below to make sure your student-athlete is ready for the season.
Official Start Dates & Coaches:
MS Softball — Coach Butler (butlerg@meridianhawks.net) — July 27
MS Baseball — Coach Britton (brittonb@meridianhawks.net) — August 3
HS Football — Coach Sparks (sparksk@meridianhawks.net) — August 5
HS Golf — Coach Stielow (stielowp@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Soccer — Coach Rund (rundm@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Volleyball — Coach Kirby (kirbys@meridianhawks.net) — August 10
HS Cheer — Coach Bickel (bickela@meridianhawks.net) — August 11
These are official start dates. Camps, open gyms, parent meetings, and other opportunities may take place prior—please check with your coach for details.
Team Communication: SportsYou App
All parents and athletes must be connected on SportsYou.
If you are not yet connected, please contact your coach for the team code.
Sports Registration: Snap / 8to18
$50 per sport
$150 family maximum
To register:
Visit https://www.meridianhawks.net/
Click Schools → select MS or HS
Click 8to18 (bottom left)
Select Registration
Log in or create an account
Family Passes:
Family passes are available for purchase during online school registration or can be purchased in the HS office once school starts through Mrs. Horve.
$75 per family
Valid for all Meridian home games
Not valid for IHSA or IESA tournament events
Physical Requirement:
A current physical must be on file before athletes can participate in practices.
Save the Date: Green & White Night
August 14
More details will be shared as the event approaches!
Schedules:
Fall athletic schedules are available through the 8to18 portal on our school website.
Questions? Contact:
Brian Britton, Athletic Director
brittonb@meridianhawks.net
Let’s get ready for a great fall season—Go Hawks!
We have an employment opportunity for a paraprofessional at MES.
Happy July 1st! The 26-27 school year is right around the corner. The information for online and in person registration is available!
Please notice, new student and in-person registration will be at the Macon Campus ONLY! If other arrangements need to be made, please call the school office beginning August 1st.
Hawk Nation,
As we continue through the Summer, please be mindful of scheduling your sports physicals.
If you are still in need of a physical, the next walk-in opportunity will be held at CAM HS on July 14th from 2:00–4:00 PM.
Reminder: Sports physicals are valid for most middle school and high school students. However, students entering 6th grade and students entering their Freshman year must have a school physical completed through their primary healthcare provider.
Please plan accordingly as we get closer to the start of the fall season.
Go Hawks!
As we continue through the Summer, please be mindful of scheduling your sports physicals.
If you are still in need of a physical, the next walk-in opportunity will be held at CAM HS on July 14th from 2:00–4:00 PM.
Reminder: Sports physicals are valid for most middle school and high school students. However, students entering 6th grade and students entering their Freshman year must have a school physical completed through their primary healthcare provider.
Please plan accordingly as we get closer to the start of the fall season.
Go Hawks!
With last night's devastating event, I can't say enough about this community! In less than 24 hours, we were able to clean up a large portion of the debris outside and the water inside. Damage to the school is significant, but efforts are currently underway to make the building water tight so there is no further damage. Moving forward we are working with the architect and insurance company to determine the scope of work that will be necessary to bring back all of the building systems that have been affected. Once we have the full scope of work required, we will be able to plan for what the start of the school year looks like. Meridian (and surrounding communities) thank you for your help with this devastating event.
MESSAGE FOR TOMORROW (THURSDAY, JUNE 18TH).
Here is a message from the MS girls basketball coaching staff about tonight's open gym.
The playground renovations are MES are underway!
