School Life

Athletics

MBIS - Home of the bulldogs

MBIS has a very proud athletic tradition

MBIS is widely recognized for their sportsmanship and good character on and off the sporting fields and courts.

Our Middle School (grades 6-8) and Varsity (grades 9-12) programs offer opportunities to play five sports over four seasons: Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, (Boys) Baseball and (Girls) Softball.
As members of the Western Japan Athletics Association (WJAA), we compete in regional leagues and tournaments against other international and US base schools, as well as occasionally coming up against teams from as far away as Tokyo and Hokkaido.
MBIS also hosts an annual Invitational Futsal Tournament for students in grades 3-6, competing against other international schools in the region.

All students can “make the team”.

We believe that our athletic program is more than an opportunity to increase fitness and physical ability – students have frequent opportunities to develop skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.

A basketball player in a white and maroon jersey with the number 2 and the name "Marist" dribbles the ball during an international school game, focusing intently on the court, much like a student navigating their path through an IB Program.

Dedication to sports means a dedication to practice, risk-taking, hard work, self-discipline, teamwork, fair play, leadership, and so much more.

A soccer goalie from an international school kneels and catches a pink and white ball in front of the net. The players in the background are near the sideline of the pitch. The goalie wears a black uniform and gloves, showcasing skills learned on an international level.

The MBIS athletic facilities include a full-size gym, well-stocked weight room, and a synthetic grass sports field.

A group of six young female volleyball players from an international school in maroon and white jerseys celebrate on the court. They are high-fiving and smiling. One player holds a volleyball. Their jerseys proudly display the team's name and numbers, reflecting their IB Program spirit.

Campus games and tournaments are organized by the very popular Marist Athletic Association (MAA), providing opportunities for students to work behind the scenes, as well as on the court.

Illustration of an angry bulldog with a spiked collar standing above the word "BULLDOGS" in bold, stylized font. The bulldog is muscular and has a fierce expression.

GAME SCHEDULES

PRACTICE AND GAME SCHEDULES

  • Students should contact their coaches or the athletic director for more information.
  • Please note that middle school ending times may vary between 4:30pm to 5:00pm depending on scheduling of facilities.
  • We are currently following the protocols to provide our students with a safe athletic experience.