Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology
Circuits Athletics
Our teams. Our coaches. Your next game.
Find your team, follow the schedule, and connect with the people who help our student-athletes grow through preparation, teamwork, and competition.
Your first contact for team participation, coaches, schedules, athletic registration, and season updates.
Email Mr. Lima2026–2027 team directory
Teams, coaches & schedules
Choose your team below for coach information and the schedule link or school contact for current updates.
Fall athletics
Fall teams
Start the school year with soccer and volleyball.
Fall sport
Boys Soccer
Build teamwork, field awareness, and competitive skills on the soccer pitch.
- Head coach
- Joseph Lima
Fall sport
Girls Volleyball
Develop communication, court awareness, and coordinated team play.
- Head coach
- Patrick Barrett
- Assistant coach
- Samantha Ames
Winter athletics
Winter teams
Basketball and bowling bring the Circuits together through the winter season.
Winter sport
Boys Basketball
Bring preparation, discipline, and teamwork to every possession.
- Head coach
- Joseph Lima
Winter sport
Girls Basketball
Build your game through skill development, shared effort, and team commitment.
- Head coach
- Baahir Flournoy
- Assistant coach
- Mesha Laguerre
Contact Mr. Lima for the latest team schedule and season updates.
Winter sport
Co-ed Bowling
Develop precision, consistency, and a strong team approach to competition.
- Head coach
- Varin Dharia
NJ.com lists the bowling schedule under boys bowling. Our school program is co-ed.
Spring athletics
Spring teams
Finish the year with volleyball and outdoor track.
Spring sport
Boys Volleyball
Combine technical skills, communication, and quick decisions on the court.
- Head coach
- Patrick Barrett
- Assistant coach
- Baahir Flournoy
Spring sport
Co-ed Outdoor Track
Work toward personal improvement while contributing to the team’s effort.
- Head coach
- Barry McCombs
Contact Mr. Lima for the latest team schedule and season updates.
Cheer program
Cheerleading
School spirit, coordinated performance, and team commitment.
School spirit & performance
Cheerleading
Build school spirit through teamwork, coordinated performance, and commitment.
- Head coach
- Sherice Lott
Contact Mr. Lima for the latest cheer calendar and participation information.
Program achievements
Tournament milestones
Verified tournament progress and placements, with the season identified and links to broader NJ.com coverage.
Boys basketball
2025–2026 season
NPS Invitational Semifinalists
The Circuits advanced to the semifinal round of the Newark Schools Invitational in December 2025.
View season or tournament coverageBoys soccer
Fall 2025
Newark Tournament Quarterfinalists
The team reached the quarterfinal round of the 2025 Newark Public Schools Tournament.
View season or tournament coverageBoys volleyball
Spring 2026
State Tournament Qualifiers
The Circuits earned a place in the 2026 NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 1 tournament field.
View season or tournament coverageThese milestones recognize specific seasons and tournament stages. Use the team directory for current schedules and results.
For current and prospective student-athletes
Ready to get involved?
Choose your team
Explore the programs and seasons. Think about your interests, goals, and the time needed for practices, games, and schoolwork.
Connect with Mr. Lima
Share your name, grade, and team of interest. Ask about the current participation process, coach contact, tryouts, and eligibility expectations.
Complete the school’s steps
Follow the current directions for athletic registration, family permissions, required forms, and clearance before participating.
Prepare & follow through
Know your schedule, attend consistently, communicate with your coach, and keep up with classroom responsibilities.
Mr. Lima will confirm the current registration and clearance requirements for your sport and season.
Student-athlete support
Academics remain part of the team effort.
Plan ahead for assignments, study time, practices, and competitions. Speak with your teachers and coach when you need help, and seek support early.
Academic Coach
Sean Holmes
Support with planning, academic follow-through, and balancing school and team commitments.
Connect through Mr. LimaStudents, families & supporters
Support the Circuits.
Follow the latest team information
Check the published schedule and team messages for dates, times, locations, postponements, and other updates. Ask the coach or Athletic Director when information is unclear.
Represent Data Science with pride
Encourage our student-athletes, respect opponents and officials, and contribute to a positive environment at home and away events. Students represent our school through preparation, effort, and sportsmanship.
Questions & answers
Athletics FAQs
Where can I find game schedules and results?
Use the schedule button on your team’s card. NJ.com lists our school as Newark Data Science. For teams without a published NJ.com page, contact Mr. Lima for the current schedule.
Why does a schedule page show an earlier season?
NJ.com team pages display the latest season posted by the publisher. Winter and spring pages may show the previous season until new schedules are published. Check the season shown on the page and confirm upcoming events with your coach.
Who should I contact about joining a team?
Email Athletic Director Joseph Lima at jlima@nps.k12.nj.us. Include your name, grade, and the team you are interested in. He can connect you with the coach and explain current next steps.
Where do I find practice times and tryout information?
Your coach and Athletic Director provide practice, tryout, meeting, and team communication details. Follow the current school announcements and team instructions.
What should families check before traveling to a game?
Recheck the date, start time, opponent, and venue. Schedules can change. Follow updates from the coach and Athletic Director for postponements, transportation, and other arrangements.
How do I get help balancing athletics and academics?
Speak with your coach or Mr. Lima early. Academic Coach Sean Holmes can support students with planning and follow-through alongside their teachers and school team.
Athletics contact
Questions about your team or season?
Contact Athletic Director Joseph Lima for help with coaches, schedules, participation, and next steps.