Athletics

The Central Catholic High School athletic program is a dynamic and integral part of the educational experience. Central Catholic promotes the well-rounded development of the participants by providing meaningful learning opportunities not otherwise offered in the school classroom curriculum. It develops habits, attitudes, and ideals necessary for ethical competition. Life-long lessons for personal growth such as sportsmanship, teamwork, ethical behavior, perseverance, dedication, loyalty, self-discipline, pride, cooperation, responsibility, and leadership skills are at the heart of our mission.

Sports Medicine Program

Central Catholic's Sports Medicine Program is equipped to provide rehabilitative services, athletic evaluations, re-evaluations and differential diagnosis. We also provide emergency/acute care and stabilization of injuries and illnesses as needed.

We use the following modalities for treatment of injuries: cold packs, ultrasound massage, electrical stimulation of any variety and waveform, manual mobilization and distraction. Rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletes also includes providing functional activities for strength, flexibility, cardiovascular, as well as sports-specific exercises for a healthy return to sports. Treatment protocols are designed for each athlete by the athletic trainer and physician to assure optimal outcomes. Central Catholic's Sports Medicine program meets the unique rehabilitation needs of our very competitive athletes.

Mr. Sandor Melian, Central Catholic's head athletic trainer, specializes in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, He works under the supervision of our licensed team physician, Dr. Marzano and Dr. DeJong. Mr. Melian has worked as a certified Athletic Trainer for for over ten years, and has had the privilege to work with professional athletes throughout the course of his career. He is both licensed by the State of Florida and certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), In addition, he is a licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Mr. Melian earned his degree from Florida International University, and is also recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as an allied health professional. 

FHSAA REQUIRED FORMS -- To participate in any Central Catholic Athletic Sport, the Florida High school Athletic Association requires the following General Eligibility forms to be kept on file by the school.

Physical Form - This completed form must be kept on file by the school. This form is valid for 365 calendar days from the date of the evaluation as written on page 2.

Consent Form- This completed form must be kept on file by the school, and it is also good for 365 calendar days from the date of parent signature.