THE OFFICIAL SITE OF
San Mateo High School Athletics

Our Mission

San Mateo High believes athletics are an integral part of the educational experience.  The mission of the San Mateo High School Athletic Department is to provide student-athletes a positive experience in our athletic programs while demonstrating integrity, teamwork, commitment and a championship effort.  

The San Mateo Athletic Department seeks to field competitive teams that encourage student-athletes to exhibit a winning effort, good

sportsmanship, and demonstrate respect for all.
San Mateo's athletic teams participate in the Peninsula Athletic League, which is a part of the Central Coast Section

This is Bearcat Athletics

• 26 sports (43 teams), with opportunities for freshmen to compete in every sport

• Veteran program leadership under Athletic Director, Jeff Scheller, who has over 25 years of coaching/athletic admin experience

• Over 20 on-campus coaches who support student-athletes in and beyond the classroom

• Recent League titles in Boys’ Football, Girls’ Basketball (back-to-back league championships), Boys’ Basketball (including NorCal qualifier); CCS finalists in Girls’ Softball; multiple state qualifiers in Cross-Country, Track & Field, Diving, and Girls' Wrestling

• A robust SMHS Athletic Boosters’ volunteer organization that raises funds to enhance the competitive development and performance of more than 600 student-athletes every year

• An unwavering dedication to cultivating community through competition and representing the unique Peace, Passion, and Pride of San Mateo High School