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Parents urge Evanston High School to add girls softball; board sets conditions and timetable
Summary
Parents proposed creating a girls softball program at Evanston High School, presenting survey results and cost estimates; the board discussed facilities, weather, travel and funding and asked proponents to return in February–March with more information before the board considers committing funds for 2026–27.
Parents of Evanston students formally proposed creating a girls softball team at Evanston High School, citing strong student interest and community support during a presentation at the Uinta County School District #1 Board of Trustees meeting. The parents asked the board to approve a program that could begin practices next spring with play in 2026–27.
The presenters said an informal district survey produced 104 responses showing 85% of respondents would like a girls softball program; 61% said they would choose softball over other spring sports if both were offered. The parents said roughly 32 middle-school–age girls participated in rec leagues this year and that middle-school play currently ends after eighth grade because of age limits in rec divisions.
Why it matters: Supporters said a high-school softball program would provide continuity for girls aging out of middle-school recreation, create scholarship opportunities and strengthen school athletics. Board members and administrators raised…
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