Interscholastic Athletics

The Regional Office of Interscholastic Athletics serves as the central administrative hub for interscholastic athletics across its network of member  school districts.

The office coordinates and supports athletic programs for the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association (OCIAA), the Mid Hudson Athletic League (MHAL), and the Section IX Athletic Council, helping member schools provide well-organized, consistent, and successful athletic opportunities.

Contact the Athletics Office at 845-294-5799 

• Dan Morse, Interscholastic Athletic Coordinator
  845-291-0100, Ext. 10696
• Heather Walsh,  Asst. Athletic Coordinator
  845-291-0100, Ext. 10692
• Doug Stahl, Athletic Programs Assistant
  845-291-0100, Ext. 10694
• Patrick Rossi, Athletic Programs Assistant
  845-291-0100, Ext. 10695
• Kellie Guerrera, Senior Account Clerk
  845-291-0100, Ext. 10693

Our Services

• Game and Tournament Scheduling
  Develops and manages interscholastic athletic schedules for member and associate member school districts.
• Referee and Official Management
  Coordinates the scheduling of qualified sports officials for league contests and centrally processes official payments on behalf of participating school districts.
• Coach Certification and Training
  Plans and provides required training courses to help coaching staff obtain and maintain New York State certification.
• Championship Operations
  Assists in the scheduling, assigning of officials, and game operations for League, Section, and NYSPHSAA Regional games.
  The Regional Office also works with local officials' organizations and Section chairs to provide the best officials for NYSPHSAA semi-final and final games.
• Athletic Director Support
  Provides policy and rule interpretations supporting, and strengthening member school district Athletic Directors.

Our Partners

Mid Hudson Athletic League | MHAL

MHAL is an interscholastic high school sports league operating within Section IX of the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA).  MHAL member school districts are located in Ulster and Dutchess counties.  Support is also provided by MHAL Coordinator, Dennis Burkett.

The MHAL hosts an annual scholar athlete program, recognizing top high school seniors for excellence both in the classroom and in sports.

Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association

The OCIAA functions under Section IX, covering high schools across Orange and Sullivan Counties and select schools in Ulster County.

The association coordinates schedules, manages rules and regulations, assigns officials, and organizes seasonal championships. Administrative support and coordination are managed through the OUB Regional Office of Interscholastic Athletics.

Section IX Athletic Council

The Section IX Athletic Council administers high school interscholastic sports competitions and promotes  good sports conduct across 42 school districts in the Mid-Hudson. The Council also monitors sporting events, handles team classification changes, oversees regional rotations, and manages rules enforcement or team mergers for member school districts.

• Click here to visit the Section IX Athletic Council website