Athletics

Bruiser Athletics

We Play to Win, But Not Just on the Field

Research shows that participation in athletics instills confidence and emotional well being, enhances relationships, hones time-management skills, and even improves academic performance. Those advantages are even greater at GPS, where female student-athletes are at the center of attention every time they step on the field, dive into the pool, or walk onto the court. 
Welcome to GPS Athletics!
While the academic benefits to attending an all-girls school are many, there are just as many advantages for athletes. Our athletic program is designed to encourage, challenge, and celebrate each girl so she not only gains expertise in her chosen sport, but also develops life skills she will carry into college and beyond. 
GPS has been a pioneer in womens' athletics from the very beginning. Our founders incorporated exercise into the curriculum in 1906, and since then, GPS has launched numerous sports programs for girls where there were previously none. But it’s not only about being first. We teach our girls the importance of taking risks and embracing challenges without fear of failure while encouraging them to try any sport they are interested in, which is why we have a no-cut policy for middle school sports. 

Our dedicated and experienced coaches are committed to the total development of our girls during their time as Bruiser student-athletes. Coaches work year-round to intentionally lead programs that prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional development of their athletes.
 
I encourage you to learn more about GPS, our wide range of athletic offerings, and the unique way we develop the whole girl, on and off the field. Follow our athletic program on social media and see for yourself how our girls are supported and celebrated and what makes our program the very best for girls.

Here's to the girls!
Allie Tennyson
Director of Athletics and Strategic Partnerships




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What We Play



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  • Basketball

  • Bowling

  • Cheerleading

  • Climbing

  • Cross Country

  • Diving

  • Golf

  • Lacrosse

  • Rowing

  • Soccer

  • Softball

  • Squash

  • Swimming

  • Tennis

  • Track & Field

  • Volleyball



Trailblazers In Girls' Sports

Since our founding in 1906, we have been a trailblazer in the field of women’s sports, launching the first girls’ teams in the area in numerous sports such as golf, lacrosse, rowing, and basketball. Today is no different. We recently launched the first girls’ squash team in the state of Tennessee, and our sights are always set on the future.

Our Alumnae Athletes

Our alumnae are our greatest testaments to the GPS experience. The values that they carry from their time at GPS keep alive our legacy of educating girls for college and beyond. Their dynamic pursuits in virtually every field and industry have made imprints all over the world. Their commitment to paying forward the great investment made in their education continues to benefit generations of girls who call GPS home.

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