Bleacher captains prepare for the 2026-27 activities season

When student-athletes return to the field, court or pool for competitions, they will receive extra support from student leaders in the stands following a sportsmanship training seminar held at Andover High School on Sept. 2.

View photos from the training seminar.

Anoka-Hennepin’s five traditional high schools and each school in the Northwest Suburban Conference (NWSC) designated student Bleacher Captains to participate in the sportsmanship training seminar titled “Stay Above the Line,” an initiative to promote positive spectator behavior and expectations for the upcoming sports and activities season. 

The seminar was led by activity directors from each of the five district high schools and included group discussions by students to share their experiences as student-athletes and spectators at events. Bleacher Captains will be visible at all NWSC-sponsored activities and events to help promote a positive environment and respectful behavior and cheers for all players, fans, opponents and game personnel.

Sportsmanship is everybody’s business, and Anoka-Hennepin and the NWSC is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all.