Frederick Douglass

Frederick Douglass High School, located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is one of Prince George’s County’s most respected athletic programs and has developed a strong reputation for producing elite athletes. Known as the Eagles, the school competes in the Prince George’s County Public Schools athletic league and is a member of the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association. Frederick Douglass has achieved success across football, basketball, track and field, baseball, soccer, wrestling, volleyball, and softball. The Eagles are particularly renowned for football, where they have captured state championships, earned national attention, and consistently ranked among Maryland’s top public-school programs. The school has also enjoyed significant success in track and field and basketball, producing numerous Division I athletes and state champions. Supported by strong community pride, talented student-athletes, and a culture emphasizing discipline, resilience, and competitive excellence, the Eagles regularly contend for regional and state honors. Their athletic success has established Frederick Douglass as one of Maryland’s premier public-school programs.