This Week in Athletics

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Herndon Hornets Athletics

Herndon Athletics

🏃‍♂️ Fall 2026 Tryout Schedule

 

⚠️ Note: Please arrive at least 15–20 minutes early on your first day of tryouts to check in. Bring plenty of water and sport-specific gear.

   Coaches Contact Information HERE

 

Football (Freshman, JV, Varsity)

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Saturday, 8/8
  • Time: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Location: Practice Fields
  • Note: Start times are subject to change based on weather/heat index.

Cheerleading

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Friday, 8/5
  • All Levels 
    • 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Aux Gym)

Cross Country (Co-ed)

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Friday, 8/7
  • Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
  • Location: Track

Girls Volleyball

  • Dates: Tuesday, 8/4 – Thursday, 8/6
  • Location: Main Gym
  • Schedule:
    • Day 1 (All Levels - Fr/Soph/Jr/Sr): 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    • Days 2 & 3: Two separate sessions (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM). Athletes will be assigned to their specific session at the conclusion of the previous day.

Boys Volleyball

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Friday, 8/7
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Location: Main Gym

Field Hockey

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Friday, 8/7
  • Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Location: Back Turf Field

Golf (Updated)

  • Dates: Monday, 8/3 – Wednesday, 8/5

  • Monday 8/3- Tryouts begin at 11:00AM (arrive by 10:30AM)

  • Tuesday 8/4- Tryouts at 7:00AM (arrive by 6:30AM)

  • Wednesday 8/5- Tryouts begin at 11:00AM (arrive by 10:30AM)

  • Location: Herndon Centennial Golf Course              

All athletes must have completed registration and a valid physical form on file before they can participate in any tryout activities.

 

For general schedules, updates, and tickets, visit the Herndon HS Athletics Website.

 

🎨 Looking for Student Clubs?

 

Not planning to play a fall sport? Herndon High School offers dozens of student-run clubs and activities!

  • Where to look: Explore your options on the Herndon HS Clubs Page.
  • Next Steps: Club interest meetings will begin in August & September. Keep an eye on daily school announcements and messages from club sponsors for specific meeting dates.

Save The Date

 Fall Sports "MEET THE COACH NIGHT" (Parent/Coach Meeting)

Monday, Aug. 10th @ 6pm HHS Cafeteria

HORNET FEST

August 18th @ 5pm Main Street Hall

 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

September 1st @ 6pm

HOMECOMING GAME

October 24th @ 1pm

Homecoming Week Activities: TBD

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Athletic Boosters Homepage

BOOSTERS

Athletic Boosters Homepage: https://www.herndonsportsboosters.org/

         

         Be Part of the Team. Join Herndon Sports Boosters

 

Every student-athlete deserves the opportunity to compete with the equipment, resources, and support they need to succeed. That’s where Herndon Sports Boosters comes in.

 

While Fairfax County Public Schools covers coaches, transportation, and officials, the Herndon Sports Boosters helps fund the extras that make a lasting impact—from uniforms and training equipment to facility improvements, scholarships, and team enhancements.

 

By becoming a member, donor, or sponsor, you’re investing in every Hornet athlete and helping create a stronger athletic experience for all of our teams. Whether you’re a parent, alumni, fan, or local business, your support strengthens our programs and builds school pride throughout the community.

 

Join Herndon Sports Boosters today and help every Hornet compete, grow, and thrive: https://www.herndonsportsboosters.org/membership

 

Together, we can keep Hornet pride strong. Go Hornets!