winter sports registrations are now open
- Detailed Registration Instructions
- Having an active physical on file with the athletic office is a requirement. You can access the physical form HERE.
- Pay-to-Participate Info
- All Pay-to-Participate and prior year school fees must be paid in order for students to be eligible to participate.
- SMS students must have passed at least 4 classes in their previous quarter to be eligible. If their GPA is below a 2.0 they will have to submit weekly progress reports.
SMS Athletic Schedules
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INTRAMURALS:
Coach Spotlight- Jason Trusnik
Tell everyone a little about yourself?
- Jason is native to Ohio and a NFL alum Linebacker. During his career he played for the Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, Miami Dolphins, Cleveland Browns, and New York Jets. Jason's hard work and dedication allowed him to take his success from Division 3 Football at Ohio Northern to 10 years in the NFL. Jason lives in Strongsville, Ohio with his wife, Nicole, and his three children, Austin, Ava, and Tatum. He is actively involved in the community with coaching and local organizations to help better those around him such as All Pro Dads and Strongsville Boosters. He is an entrepreneur of his gym of ten years, Pro Sports Performance and partners in his marketing group 3G Ignite.
What team(s) do you currently coach (in and out of SCS)?
- Football, wrestling, basketball and lacrosse
Why did you get into coaching?
- I got into coaching because of my three children but a coach because through hard work, dedication, and mentorship, I can play a significant role in shaping the lives of young athletes. Coaching goes beyond the confines of the field; it's about instilling values, building character, and fostering growth. Witnessing the transformation of these individuals, both as athletes and as responsible young adults, is incredibly rewarding.
What was your favorite coaching moment?
- Being part of the Strongsville Youth Wrestling Program for 7 years I was able to witness the growth of a program. To take that even further, to help coach two kids to State Championships last year, one being my son Austin, was so rewarding. Their drive and determination to win was an incredible thing to see.
Who is your favorite coach and why?
- I would have to say my father. He taught me the values of hard work, dedication and leadership I needed to be better athlete, person and now coach.
Outside of the Mustangs, who is your favorite sports team?
- Cleveland Browns
What is your favorite sport to play and/or watch?
- Golf
What is your favorite sports memory?
- Getting the call from Eric Mangini to become a New York Jet!
What is your favorite sports quote?
- Believe in yourself. You are braver than you think, more talented than you know, and capable of more than you imagine.
What is something that most people don't know about you?
- I played quarterback in high school and wrestled 112 pounds my freshmen year in high school.
Coach Spotlight- Jessica Wilson
Tell everyone a little about yourself?
- I grew up in Strongsville and played softball and volleyball for the district! I currently teach 5th grade at Chapman Elementary.
What team(s) do you currently coach (in and out of SCS)?
- Volleyball- 8th Grade
Why did you get into coaching?
- To give back to the amazing community I grew up in!
What was your favorite coaching moment?
- Having our first game and watching the girls cheer each other on!
Who is your favorite coach and why?
- Coach Harker (high school volleyball) - he was always so encouraging and taught me so much!
Outside of the Mustangs, who is your favorite sports team?
- Cleveland Guardians
What is your favorite sport to play and/or watch?
- I love to play volleyball and softball, and I love watching baseball!
What is your favorite sports memory?
- Riding the bus to and from games with all of my friends!
GCC Approves Ticket Price Increase
Greater Cleveland Conference Approves Ticket Price Increase
The Greater Cleveland Conference (GCC) will be raising admission ticket prices for all athletic events beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. In May, GCC principals approved the increase in athletic ticket prices after GCC Athletic Directors conducted a review of ticket prices for surrounding conferences in Northeast Ohio and found most to already be at these price levels. Ticket sales revenue generated from the events is the main source of funding used by member schools to cover costs for sports and the overall athletic department budget. While costs of game officials, security, sporting equipment, along with all the other costs associated with these events have increased and ticket prices have not. The increase is intended to help offset costs without sacrificing family, student and community experiences. This is the first price increase the GCC has issued since the formation of the league in 2020. The GCC consists of member schools Brunswick, Cleveland Heights, Euclid, Medina, Mentor, Shaker Heights, and Strongsville.
Varsity Football:
$10 at the gate for Adult/Student General Admission
$8 Adult Presale flat fee until 2 hours before kickoff (was $7)
$5 Student Presale (no change)
*Season tickets for home contests are at the discretion of the home school
Varsity/JV (All other Varsity Sports):
$8 Adult/Student (was $7)
Freshman or JV (stand alone):
$5 Adult/Student (was $4)
Middle School Sports:
$5 Adult/Student (was $4)
Senior Citizens Ticket Prices
Free admission (no change)
GCC Passes
Distributed by individual schools, GCC passes admit one spectator per pass
GCC Tournaments:
$8 Adult/Student (was $7)
No charge for pre-school age children
No Senior Citizen passes accepted
Sign-in sheet will be used for school officials
Sports Programs at the Strongsville Recreation Department
SMS Athletics
Email: jkeppler@scsmustangs.org
Website: strongsvilleathletics.org
Location: 13200 Pearl Road, Strongsville, OH, USA
Phone: 4405727090
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Strongsville-Athletics/100057494767336/
Twitter: @scsmustangs