2008-09 Athletic Handbook

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Contents 1 Introduction 2 Basketball 2.1 Developmental 2.2 JV and Varsity 3 Cross Country 4 Ski Club 5 Soccer 6 Swim Club 7 Tennis 8 Additional Athletic Opportunities 9 Coaching Duties 10 Player Responsibilities 11 Parent Responsibilities

Introduction

The Campus School of Carlow University has a wide variety of athletics and encourages students to participate. Detailed information and registration forms for specific activities will be sent home and are also available on-line. Participation in athletics and extracurricular activities is a privilege. Students may be excluded from participation if it interferes with academic achievement. It is essential that each student fulfill his or her academic responsibilities before participating in athletic contests.

As an independent school, The Campus School of Carlow University expects good sportsmanship of all players, coaches, and fans. We value spirited and fair play as well as spirited and positive support for our teams. Players and coaches should remember that they represent themselves and the school before, during, and after games. Spectators are expected to be respectful of players, coaches, and officials. Unacceptable behavior may result in suspension from athletics or extracurricular activities.

All students who are participating in a Campus School sponsored sport must have a signed release and physical examination before they begin to participate. Additionally, there is a $90 fee to participate in JV and Varsity athletics. The fee is used to cover the cost of paid coaches, uniforms, officials, equipment, bus transportation, league fees, and tournaments. Students are expected to supply their own practice clothing and appropriate athletic shoes.

At times a student’s health can affect his or her participation in athletic contests. For a student to fully participate in a game he or she must be present at school on time on the day of a practice or game.

Athletic activities include:

• Basketball (JV & Varsity)
• Basketball (Developmental)
• Cross Country (3 - 8)
• Ski Club (6 - 8)
• Soccer (JV & Varsity)
• Swim Team (2 - 6)
• Tennis (K - 8)

Basketball

Developmental

• Team members (grades 3- 4) will be encouraged to learn basic skills while learning the fundamentals of basketball rather than competing.

• All team members will receive an equal amount of playing time.

JV and Varsity

• The boys and girls teams participate in the Diocesan Basketball League.

• Practice begins in October and competition begins in November. One to two games are held weekly in the

evenings or on weekends. The season continues through March.

• JV members (grades 5-6) are encouraged to refine basic skills and continue to learn the basic fundamentals.

• Varsity members (grades 7 - 8) play at a higher level of Competition while achieving team goals.

Cross Country

• Both girls and boys in grades 3-8 compete on teams that are broken into JV Girls; JV Boys; Varsity Girls; and Varsity Boys.

• The team practices begin in early to mid-August and occurs twice weekly after school during the season.

• The team competes in approximately 5 meets during September and October. Championships are held mid October.

• Parents are a crucial element to the success of the Cross Country program, and we welcome (and encourage) at least 4 volunteer parents to run with the team on practice days. This is a great assistance to the coach, mainly in helping to keep track of up to 30 runners, all at various levels of fitness and speeds. Information will be mailed to all parents with children in these grades at the beginning of June.

Ski Club

• Children in grades 6-8 can attend Hidden Valley Ski

resort on Friday evenings. Children are transported by bus after school and are then returned to school at 11pm.

Soccer

• Carlow’s JV and Varsity soccer teams participate in a

Diocesan co-ed league for students in grades 4-8. Once a week practices will begin in March and end in May. Games occur once or twice weekly, usually on the weekends.

• JV members (grades 4-6) are encouraged to

refine basic skills and continue to learn the basic fundamentals. Varsity members (grades 7-8) play at a higher level of competition while achieving team goals.

Swim Club

• A swim club is offered for students in grades 2-6,

February through April, for students interested in improving their skills.

Tennis

• Tennis occurs in the form of developmental lessons from

a professional tennis instructor. Students from K-8 are offered lessons for a fee, and tournament play is optional.

• Lessons take place once a week in the Campus School

gym after school.

Additional Athletic Opportunities

• The East End Athletic Association sponsors lacrosse and

field hockey teams for boys and girls. Carlow students are welcome to play within this organization.

• Carlow students, grades 4-8, interested in joining a

football team are invited to play for The East End Crusaders. Practice begins in August and the season lasts through early November.

Coaching Duties

• Prepare teams to be competitive in the Diocesan league.

• Coaches are to emphasize positive reinforcement

between and among players.

• No swearing or foul language will be tolerated.

Enthusiasm is welcomed!!

• Coaches must be present at all practices and games.

• Coaches agree to work with all policies of the Athletic

program.

• Coaches should begin and end practices promptly.

• Keep players together in a group after practice and

stay with the group until all players are picked up. Coaches should notify the Athletic Director of any child waiting longer than 15 minutes.

• Coaches must have clearances and complete Diocesan documentation requirements.

Player Responsibilities

• A good attitude is a must and good sportsmanship is

expected.

• No criticism of a team member or a coach will be

tolerated.

• All players are to attend practices and games on a

regular basis. Players should arrive to practice dressed and ready to begin play. If you cannot attend a practice or a game, it is your responsibility to tell your coach.

• If a player is a distraction at practice, parents will be

notified.

• Time is awarded at the JV and Varsity level by the

coaches. Desire to improve, effort, and a good attitude are essential. However, players should understand that the players with the most ability may get more playing time.

• All team members must wear the designated uniform.
  

Soccer – The uniform shirt will be distributed by the team uniform coordinator. Team members must wear color-coordinated shorts and socks, which are the responsibility of the player.
Basketball – The uniform will be given to you by the team uniform coordinator.

• Players must have uniforms at all games. This is part of

being ready to play. If your team has a home and away jersey, both must accompany you to all games.

• No obscene language or gestures directed at other

players, coaches, referees, or parents will be tolerated. This type of action could result in expulsion from the team.

Parent Responsibilities

• Set reasonable objectives for your child. Coaches will

help your child reach their fullest potential.

• Parents are encouraged to cheer and have fun at the

games.

• Only players and coaches are permitted on the field or

court before, during, and immediately following the games.

• If you have a concern, the procedure is as follows:
  • Make arrangements to meet with the coach at a time that is convenient for the parties involved
  • If you are unhappy with the outcome of your discussion, please direct a phone call or e-mail to the Athletic Director who will be happy to discuss the matter with you. Please keep in mind that all decisions are based on what is best for the team as a whole as well as the program.

• Parents are expected to be prompt in the pick-up of their

children after practices. If there is an emergency and you will be late; please call to let the coach know you will be late. The phone number for the gym is 412.578.6169. This phone number is only used for an emergency and not used to discuss your child or the program.

• Please check your e-mail regularly so you are aware of

changes that occur with practices and games.

• All basketball families will be asked to help with the

admission and refreshment stand at home basketball games. This will be done on a rotating basis and the admission/refreshment duty list will be given to you before the first game. Please do not request days/times. They will be assigned to you and if you cannot work your time, you will need to find another person who can switch or work your time.

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