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Amherst Athletics
The Amherst Central athletic program, in association with New York State Public High School Athletic Association, fosters the quest for excellence by creating an educational and competitive experience within an atmosphere of sportsmanship. Our program will develop individual and team potential by promoting high standards of competence, character, civility, and citizenship.
News & Events
Latest News
![Man stands on grassy field talking to students who are sitting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789129942/amherstschoolsorg/mmgazixka8sjlj6ot6mr/ModXCGuestSpeaker-POST.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1789129942/amherstschoolsorg/mmgazixka8sjlj6ot6mr/ModXCGuestSpeaker-POST.jpg","width":306}])
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about Guest Speaker at Modified Cross Country Practice
![An orange letter "A" with black trim stands to the left of a fierce tiger's face, with "AMHERST TIGERS".]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788459604/amherstschoolsorg/iseh6covultaonfcelel/TigersNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1788459604/amherstschoolsorg/iseh6covultaonfcelel/TigersNews.png","width":305}])
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about Welcoming New Fall 2026 Coaches
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Continuing their athletic career in college
![Two basketball teams in the gym]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727181753/amherstschoolsorg/jb9udazk5c8y19copdvd/UnifiedFansintheStandsGame_POST.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727181753/amherstschoolsorg/jb9udazk5c8y19copdvd/UnifiedFansintheStandsGame_POST.jpg","width":305}])
On May 22, 2025 the Unified sports teams and Youth Activation Club will be recognized with the honor during half time!
![girls flag football]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1709028773/amherstschoolsorg/i7kxi9d8xcws0vhczkqf/flagfootball_NEWS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1709028773/amherstschoolsorg/i7kxi9d8xcws0vhczkqf/flagfootball_NEWS.jpg","width":305}])
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about Girls Flag Football Debuts at Amherst
Athletics Schedule
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3381 Main St., Amherst New York 14226
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4111 Legion Dr, Hamburg NY 14075-4595
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55 Kings Highway, Amherst New York 14226
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3381 Main St., Amherst New York 14226
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170 Saratoga Rd., Buffalo New York 14226
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4301 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14226
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4301 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14226
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5950 Main Street, Williamsville NY 14221
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8730 Transit Road, East Amherst New York 14051
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4301 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14226
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4363 Mapleton Rd, Lockport New York 14094
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505 Mill Street, Williamsville NY 14221
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151 Paradise Rd, East Amherst NY 14051
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9625 Main St, Clarence New York 14031
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4301 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14226
Academic Excellence
Athletic participation can enhance a student's academic performances. Several programs exist to recognize athletes who excel on the fields and in the classroom.
![Modified basketball team in uniforms]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1770043023/amherstschoolsorg/amherstschoolsorg/rxofrtkq4rwzxkcznrbj/BIT.jpg","width":2200}])
View a slideshow of our Winter 2025-26 sports teams.
![girls varsity volleyball team]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760973086/amherstschoolsorg/h91jzpfd5fujms1vsiqd/GVVBTEAM-SHOWCASE800x680.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760973086/amherstschoolsorg/h91jzpfd5fujms1vsiqd/GVVBTEAM-SHOWCASE800x680.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760973086/amherstschoolsorg/h91jzpfd5fujms1vsiqd/GVVBTEAM-SHOWCASE800x680.jpg","width":800}])
View a slideshow of our Fall 2025 Sports teams.
![Athletics tiger head logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722352317/amherstschoolsorg/yh9g7l5okujpkzpr68h3/TigerHeadLogo-Showcase800-680.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722352317/amherstschoolsorg/yh9g7l5okujpkzpr68h3/TigerHeadLogo-Showcase800-680.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722352317/amherstschoolsorg/yh9g7l5okujpkzpr68h3/TigerHeadLogo-Showcase800-680.png","width":800}])
Join Amherst Athletics as a coach.
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Tune in and watch our Tiger athletes compete in real time!
![unified basketball team photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1776195779/amherstschoolsorg/mmganuappikjnr4nosbm/FFTEAM.jpg","width":2200}])
View a slideshow of our Spring 2026 sports teams.