Bowling, Adapted

Practice will be Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school at AMF Southtown Lanes.

• Uniforms for games will be provided to bowlers at the start of the season.
• Bowlers are welcome to purchase and bring their own bowling ball and shoes.
• Bowling balls, bowling shoes, and bowling ramps are provided by AMF Southtown Lanes at the Section Tournament and at the State Tournament.

The MSHSL has three competitive interscholastic divisions: Physically Impaired (PI), Cognitively Impaired (CI) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participation in the interscholastic program of a high school is limited to students in grades 7 through 12. Students in an ungraded setting are first eligible when their age peers are in the 7th grade. Students will be eligible for 12 consecutive semesters (6 years), beginning with their or their peers’ initial entrance into the 7th grade.

• ASD Division 
  • The MSHSL Adapted Athletics Autism Division program is specifically intended for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• CI Division
  • The MSHSL Adapted Athletics CI Division program is specifically intended for students with cognitive impairments who have medical clearance to compete in competitive athletics.
• PI Division
  • The MSHSL Adapted Athletics PI Division program is specifically intended for students with physical impairments who have medical clearance to compete in competitive athletics. 

What are games like?

• Coaches and team managers will collect scores throughout the season to calculate individual bowler handicap scores to use at future games and the state tournament.
• Bowling games are a team score, bowlers are not competing against their same lane peers.
• Scoring against other teams is done virtually. Coaches choose match ups with other schools in the MSHSL to share and compare scores with.

Step 1: Create Your Bound Account

Beginning this year, all athletic registration takes place through Bound. Families can also use Bound throughout the season to view schedules, purchase tickets and manage activities in one convenient place. 

Use this link to register online! 

For instructions using the Bound app, and help articles, see the links below,

Using the Bound App (Download on iOS | Google Play)

• Create your family account
• Register your child
• Upload a sports qualifying physical

Using a Web Browser on your Phone or Computer (recommended if you need translation tools)

• Create your family account and register your child
• Upload a sports qualifying physical
• Share a student across multiple households
• Register for co-op athletics

Step 2: Upload Your Sports Qualifying Physical

A current sports qualifying physical is required for all student-athletes. Sports physicals remain valid for three years.

Step 3: Complete Registration

Follow the prompts in Bound to register your student for their fall sport.

Step 4: Pay Your Activity Fee

Don't wait to register if you're still applying for educational benefits. Students may complete registration before payment is made. Families who qualify for educational benefits will receive reduced activity fees after uploading their approval letter to Bound.

You can apply for Educational Benefits at this link: https://www.schoolcafe.com/RICHFIELDPUBLICSD

Payment plans and scholarships are also available for families experiencing financial hardship. If you need assistance, please email athletics@rpsmn.org. We are happy to work with you to find a solution.

You can complete registration in Bound without paying the registration fee. However, the fee must be paid prior to the start of the season. If you are unable to pay the full amount, contact the Athletic and Competitive Activities Office for payment plan options. As a reminder, you will need to pay past due payment plan fees or make a minimum payment and submit a payment plan to participate.

If you are going to pay in cash or do a partial payment in the Athletic and Competitive Activities Office (located in Richfield High School), please complete the MSHSL forms and registration in Bound prior to coming to the Athletic and Competitive Activities Office. 

Athletic fees can be found on pages 12-13 of the handbook.

We never want finances to be a reason why a student does not participate in a co-curricular opportunity! There are several options available to help.

• Payment Plans: Families can pay a minimum of $25 at registration and then pay the remaining balance during the season. 
• Reduced Fees: Students who receive educational benefits through the Minnesota Department of Education qualify for an automatic deduction in their registration fees. 
  • Students who qualify for reduced educational benefits receive a 25% deduction (discount) in fees.
  • Students who qualify for free educational benefits receive a 50% deduction in fees.
  • If you have not applied yet, we encourage all families to apply. You can apply for educational benefits here.
• Scholarships: Families who cannot pay their registration fee in full may request a reduced fee for economic hardship. All requests are reviewed by the Activities Office and additional documentation may be requested. Please email athletics@rpsmn.org so we can create a plan that works for your family.  

If you need a sports-qualifying physical, it is best to have your primary healthcare provider complete the exam because they are most aware of your health history. A second option is to go to your family’s health clinic. If you do not have a primary care physician or a family clinic, a third option is the Richfield Health Resource Center (RHRC) in Richfield High School. 

In August, RHRC is open Mondays from 1-5 p.m. As a reminder, the RHRC provides care on a first-come, first-served basis, and the beginning of each athletic season is a very busy time. Once the RHRC reaches patient capacity for an afternoon, patients are turned away. It is recommended that students get their sports-qualifying physical done before it is needed for Richfield athletics.

1. Download the Sports Qualifying Physical form before your appointment (English | Spanish).
2. It is important to complete page two of the form before attending your appointment, including a parent/guardian signature.
3. After your physical, it is your responsibility to upload a copy to your Bound account. Alternatively, you can send it to athletics@rpsmn.org, fax it to 612-798-6129, or bring it to the Athletic and Competitive Activities Office at Richfield High School or the Student Services Office at Richfield Middle School.