Core Values

We know that effort is the one quality every athlete can bring to their team. It’s the spark that turns a losing moment into a comeback, and the foundation of every great season. Consistent effort—at practice, in competition, and with our teammates—shapes who we are as athletes and as people.

Wildkits put the team first. We respect our teammates and coaches, and we recognize the value each person brings to the group. We play with trust, support, and shared purpose. And we take pride in giving back—on our teams and in our community.

We know success doesn’t come easy. We push through challenges, bounce back from setbacks, and keep going when it gets tough. We take ownership of our choices and responsibilities. We’re grateful for the support of our coaches, teachers, and families—but we know that the work is ours to do.

We find joy in what we do. We bring energy and pride to every practice, every game, and every moment we get to wear ETHS on our jerseys. We support all Wildkit sports and activities and carry that pride with us long after we graduate.

We represent more than ourselves—we represent our team, our school, our families, and our city. We hold ourselves to high standards of honesty, integrity, respect, and humility. We act with purpose and do the right thing, even when no one is watching.

We lead by example—in the way we compete, the way we prepare, and the way we treat others. We understand that leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice—it’s about lifting others up, setting the tone, and holding each other accountable in the right way.

We show up to learn, improve, and compete. We focus in practice, commit to the process, and take pride in our preparation. We also value playing multiple sports and understand how that helps us grow into stronger, more well-rounded athletes.

We are students first. Our work in the classroom comes before anything else. We understand that participating in athletics is a privilege—and we earn that privilege through focus, effort, and responsibility in our academics.

Excellence is doing our very best in all that we do—no shortcuts, no excuses. Excellence is not about perfection. It's about showing up with focus, giving maximum effort, and holding ourselves to high standards, regardless of the outcome. We understand that excellence isn’t just about winning; it’s about how we train, how we compete, and how we treat others. We take pride in doing things the right way, holding ourselves to the highest standards and pushing ourselves to do better.