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1 Checklist TO TRYOUT OR PRACTICE If an athlete has already submitted a Physical or IQ Form for another sport please notify the coach in writing which sport so that we can check with the Athletic Trainers who keep the forms Physical Form* (9th 11 th grade need new physicals cannot step on court without it) *Physical Form is available to submit online at SportsWareOnLine) IQ Form** (Insurance Questionnaire Form players need a new form every year) **IQ Form must be submitted online at SportsWareOnLine) This can take several weeks so please do not wait to start this process!!!! Parent/Player Handbook Signed Agreement TO COMPETE IN REGULAR SEASON All payments need to be made to the EHS Book keeper Student needs to give receipt or copy of receipt to Coach Ware to verify Do not give payments directly to the coaches EHS ASB Activity Card $40 (EHS Students should already have this) Pay-to-Play fee $110 (If it is player s 3 rd sport of the year the fee is waived) Sell 5 Applebee s Flapjack Fundraiser Tickets $50 (pickup from bookkeeper) Applebee s Fundraiser Release Form Uniform Fee (Players should wait until tryouts are completed to purchase correct uniform)

2 Parent/Player Handbook SPRING 20198

3 2019 Eagle High Mustang Tennis STAFF Varsity Head Coach Katie Ware Junior Varsity Head Coach Sonya Fox Varsity Assistant Coach Dan Oliver Volunteer Coach Di Yuan Tzeng Volunteer Coach Percy Chan Volunteer Coach George Kovacs IN SEASON PRACTICE SCHEDULE : Monday Friday 3:00 4:00 pm : Monday Friday 4:00 5:30 pm *Season runs from February 22 to May 11 (JV) and May 18 (Varsity) * All players who are not trying out for Varsity: show up to practice on Monday, February 25 ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to compete all players must address the following guidelines for Cost, Athletic Eligibility and Attendance COST: ASB Activity card $40* District Sport Pay to Play fee $110* (If it is a player s 3 rd sport of the year the fee is waived) *To be paid before first competition on March 13 ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY: 1 Athletes must have earned six credits the previous high school semester 2 An athlete is ineligible on the day of his/her 20th birthday 3 An athlete must have an IHSAA physical on file at the school A new physical is required the freshman and junior years 4 Athletes must follow all IHSAA guidelines, rules and regulations 5 Any student with an F grade in any subject will not be allowed to participate in any athletic/activity contest 6 An athlete must maintain a 20 GPA ATTENDANCE: You must attend ten (10) practices before you are eligible for competition Tryouts count as practice A student who is absent during any part of the day, suspended in school for more than one period or out of school on the day of a match will not be allowed to play that day unless deemed an extraordinary absence/waived (A student who is absent from practice the day before a match is not eligible to participate in the match the next day)

4 VARSITY TRYOUTS Varsity Tryouts start on Friday, February 22 from 3 5:30pm and continue on Saturday, February 23 from 9am 11am and Monday, February 25 to Saturday, March 2 from 3 5:30 pm Wrap up of Varsity Tryouts should end on Monday, March 4 from 3 5:30 pm Nine (9) total positions are available for boys varsity and Nine (9) total positions are available for girls varsity All returning players must tryout unless they qualified for state competition the previous season 2018 State Qualifiers Kyle Garner (State Champion Singles), Alec Tzeng (State Champion Doubles), Oliver Kempel (4 th place Mixed Doubles), Michael Loper (Singles), Brooke Beil (Singles), Brynne Rutledge (Doubles), Sydney Saxey (Doubles) Note: This leaves five open positions for boys varsity and six open positions for girls varsity All players who are not trying out for Varsity: show up to practice on Monday, February 25 VARSITY TRYOUT INFO: 1 Varsity tryouts begin Friday, February 22 from 3:00 5:30pm If inclement weather occurs tryouts may go longer some days 2 The purpose of the tryouts is to determine which players will fill the available varsity spots and which players will be the most well rounded players based on team needs for singles/doubles/mixed 3 Players will be evaluated on technique, previous player experience, attitude on the court, match strategy, ability to win games and potential for growth 4 Students must be present on all days in order to have complete tryout opportunities contact the head coach for extenuating circumstances 5 Students trying out need to come ready to play with tennis specific shoes, a racquet and clothing appropriate for the cold weather 6 You must be eligible to participate in tryouts IQ and physical forms must be submitted prior to tryouts *Note: Players cannot step on the court for tryouts or practice without a physical form VARSITY TRYOUT FORMAT: 1 Players will be evaluated on technique, form and footwork at the beginning of tryouts 2 Players that advance after the technique round will play singles (same gender) in a Round Robin format, first to four games (no ad scoring) players tied at three all will play a five point tiebreaker 3 Game wins and losses will be totaled for each player 4 Players with the strongest win/loss game percentage may be placed directly on the Varsity team while others may continue in tryouts 5 In cases where player s records are close, tied or coaches would like to see more from those players additional playoff matches will be held These matches may include doubles or mixed doubles and could even include match play against previous state qualifiers (this helps coaches identify a player s ability to compete in multiple events and understand the player s strategy and thought process on the court)

5 6 Missing tryout matches: If you miss any tryout matches because you are not present you will default that match by a score of 4 0 Makeup of these matches must be approved by the coach 7 The varsity coach has the final decision on the varsity team positions and players can be excluded for ability reasons, attitude and team cohesiveness No spot is guaranteed and players must maintain athletic ability and positive attitude throughout the season ALTERNATE SPOTS: Varsity team matches require nine boys and nine girls for competition, however there are times when a Varsity player is unable to compete (sickness, injury, etc) Therefore there will be one alternate spot for the boys Varsity Team and one alternate spot for the girls Varsity Team Alternate spots will be determined by tryout results and/or challenge matches Alternates may be asked to play in Varsity matches if a Varsity player is unable to compete Alternates would be notified day of competition after school as to whether they will compete for JV or Varsity Challenge matches for the alternate spots are conducted on Fridays if approved by the Varsity Coach Alternates must attend JV AND Varsity practice The alternate will also compete in the Capital Classic for Varsity 1 The varsity coach will create the original ladder and player positions based on previous state, district and tryout results as well as current ability of players 2 A player must obtain prior approval from the Varsity coach on who they want to challenge for alternate position 3 Matches are two out of three sets with a match tiebreak (first to ten points) played in lieu of the third set 4 Players must accept a challenge or forfeit their position on the ladder No excuses accepted except illness and out of school 5 The varsity coach reserves the right to request a rematch between two players if necessary 6 The varsity coach has the final decision on the varsity team positions as well as alternates and players can be excluded for ability reasons, attitude and team cohesiveness 7 The varsity coach reserves the right to end challenge match opportunities for the alternate spot 8 The varsity coach reserves the right to pull up a non alternate JV player to compete in Varsity matches *PLEASE NOTE: ALTERNATES HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EARN A VARSITY LETTER IF THEY MEET VARSITY LETTER REQUIREMENTS

6 PRACTICE GUIDELINES Players need to participate in 10 practices before they may compete in a match A student who is absent from practice the day before a match is not eligible to participate in the match the next day BE ON TIME!!! We are limited in courts and practices are short, timeliness is mandatory BE FOCUSED AT PRACTICE! Give your best effort at all times Excused practices are: Sick, Doctor, Family Emergency, Funeral; if you miss practice due to one of these, you can practice and play in the next match only if you have a signed excuse from your parent (in the event of Family Emergency or Funeral) and/or doctor (if you missed school due to being ill or having a doctor s appointment) Dress properly: Wear appropriate tennis clothing for the weather, always wear appropriate tennis shoes on the courts and NEVER wear non tennis approved black soled shoes on the courts Take care of the balls: If you hit a ball over the fence, immediately go get it Don t talk back to a coach or make excuses Look at the coach when s/he is talking to you Be courteous and respectful to coaches and teammates at all times Bring water to stay hydrated and a snack for after to stay energized No swearing If you miss a practice due to an unexcused absence (example: skipping school or not providing a signed excuse): (1) First offense will result in missing the next match (2) Second offense will result in a two week suspension (3) Third offense will result in suspension for the year MATCH GUIDELINES BE ON TIME!!! (see busing policy on page 6) Matches have a true start time of 4:30pm, however this means after player introductions and court assignments Players need to show up to matches at 3:45pm so that they have proper time to warm up Player introductions and court assignments begin at 4:15pm BE FOCUSED and NEVER GIVE UP! Support your teammates! We are a team, which means we support our team until everyone is done with their matches Please do not ask to leave early unless you have cleared this with the coach at least a day BEFORE match day Wear the proper school uniform Bring water to stay hydrated and snacks to stay energized **Represent yourself and the school positively at ALL times At practice, during matches, around town and on social media** Inappropriate or unsportsmanlike behavior will be addressed by the coaching staff and the Head Coach reserves the right to remove a player from finishing a match if unsportsmanlike conduct is witnessed

7 JUNIOR VARSITY EXPECTATIONS Our goal is to have all players and coaches working toward making our junior varsity programs as strong as possible Each team is working to make tennis a fun sport for students to play and prepare interested players to be part of the varsity team If a player is not going to consistently participate in practice they should refrain from joining the JV squad If a player truly desires to become part of the varsity team, there are three main areas in which s/he must focus: 1 Athletically: Improve strength and quickness a Consistency ability to place the ball b Mental understanding of how to set up points c Proficiency in technique fitness 2 Summer, Fall Winter Programs a Get involved in tournaments, camps and clinics b Practice in season and during the off season 3 Play Hard a Positive attitude, focus and effort at all times VARSITY LETTER REQUIREMENTS Community Service: Each athlete must have two hours of community service during the tennis season Varsity Matches: Must play in 40% of varsity matches and/or tournaments Fundraising: Must participate in tennis fundraisers or donate in lieu of participation Players must complete the season in good standing with the Head Coach to receive a letter BUSING POLICY The JV and Varsity teams will NOT be bused unless they are playing out of our metro area (example: JV Parma Invitational) When we do bus to a two day tournament, we only bus on school days, not on weekends IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL PLAYERS DRIVING TO A MATCH BE AT THE AWAY SITE ON TIME BY 4PM (TO PROPERLY WARM UP) Warm ups at opposing sites end at 4pm (depending on light weather issues) Players should show up to opposing sites as early as possible to get a proper warm up If you are late to a match, your match will be defaulted If you default two matches, you will not be allowed to play for the remainder of the season We will not be holding any warm up hitting sessions at the Eagle High courts before leaving for away matches Due to time constraints, we suggest you change into your tennis clothes at school, have something to eat and get to the match site, as matches will start at 4:15 pm (after team introductions and court assignments) If you intend to drive your child to or from a match where a bus has been taken, please notify the coach prior to the event On those days where a bus has been taken, you cannot give rides to other players on the team Players are only allowed to ride home with a parent or legal guardian

8 PARENT/COACH RELATIONSHIP Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations By establishing an amiable understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide greater benefit to the student athlete As parents, when your child becomes involved in our program, you have a right to be advised of the expectations that will be placed on the player COMMUNICATION YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE COACH: Loca ons and mes of all prac ces and matches Team requirements: fees, special equipment, fundraisers, etc Expectations the coach has for individuals as well as the players on the team COMMUNICATION COACHES CAN EXPECT FROM PARENTS: Concerns expressed privately and directly to the coach No fica on of any schedule conflicts or missing of class or a match well in advance Any health issues your child may have that would be vital for the coach to know APPROPRIATE CONCERNS TO BE BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE COACH: The treatment of your child, both mentally physically, by the coaching staff Ways to improve player performance Concerns about your child s behavior INAPPROPRIATE CONCERNS THAT SHOULDN T BE DISCUSSED WITH THE COACH: Individual playing posi ons Other team members Team strategy As your athlete becomes involved in the tennis program at Eagle High School, they will experience some of the most rewarding times of their lives Still, parents and players should be prepared for moments when things don t go their way It is extremely hard to accept not playing in the positions as hoped However, coaches are professionals They make decisions based upon what is best for the TEAM We recognize that there are situations when a conference between the coach and the parent are necessary These are encouraged, in order to have a complete understanding from both parties regarding positions taken To arrange a meeting of this nature the following procedure should be followed to ensure resolution of the problem: 1 Please DO NOT attempt to confront the coach immediately before or after a match or practice These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach Meetings in such a highly charged atmosphere do not promote resolution 2 Contact the coach privately, directly and set up a meeting by calling or ing the coach 3 If the coach cannot be reached, contact the Activities Director at the school (Kimber Chrz) and she will set up a meeting What can a parent do if the meeting with the coach was unsatisfactory in providing a solution? 1 Call and set up an appointment with the Activities Director to discuss the situation 2 An appropriate next step will be determined

9 TEXTING/ GUIDELINES Coaches will use as the primary communication for players and parents Texting will also be used for immediate communication needs such as notifying players of any cancellations, absences, or keeping track of tournament progress should players be at different sites Players should only text coaches regarding tennis related activities WEBSITE WWWEAGLEHIGHTENNISCOM For updated information on match schedules, game recaps and important information visit wwweaglehightenniscom Players and parents should visit this website frequently SOCIAL MEDIA Since last minute texts and s are difficult to send to a large group, athletes and parents should check the EHS Facebook page for updates like rainouts, reschedules, and upcoming important dates and other information Team and player photos will also be posted on this site Please go to wwwfacebookcom/eaglehightennis and like the Eagle High Tennis Facebook page DRUG, ALCOHOL TOBACCO POLICY As a team, we will adhere to the districts policy on alcohol, drugs and tobacco as stated in the student handbook Failure to comply with these policies will result in immediate consequences which forbid the violator to play for a set duration of the season CONCUSSION INFORMATION Concussions are a type of brain injury that can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works Concussions can occur in any recreational activity and can result from a fall or from players colliding with each other, the ground or with obstacles The Eagle High Tennis Coaching Staff have all taken specific concussion training through the IHSAA If a concussion occurs the decision to return to play is determined by the high schools physical training staff and/or qualified health provider In accordance with Section , Idaho Code the Idaho High School Activities Association has provided information on its website for coaches, parents and athletes concerning the Identification and Management Strategies regarding concussions The IHSAA encourages all coaches, parents and athletes to educate themselves about the recognition and treatment of concussions Please take the time to visit our website at wwwidhsaaorg If you have any questions or need of further information, please contact your school or the IHSAA Office at admin@idhsaaorg It is the wish of the IHSAA that you have a safe and enjoyable season

10 If you have read the rules and expectations from the Spring 2019 Eagle High Tennis Parent/Player Handbook and agree to follow these regulations, please sign below The EHS coaching staff appreciates your willingness to help bring success to the Mustang program Date Player Name (Print) Player Signature Player Cell Phone Player Player Grade (FR/SO/JR/SR) Player Shirt Size (XS/S/M/L/XL) Player Short/Skirt Size (XS/S/M/L) Parent/Guardian Name (Print) Parent/Guardian Signature Parent Cell Phone Parent Note: Cell E mail info is only used to notify players parents of team information

11 2019 Eagle High Mustang Tennis Schedule ***Find the most up to date schedule at wwweaglehightenniscom*** MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY February 18 February 19 February 20 February 21 February 22 February 23 February 24 NOTE: All players returning or new to JV/Varsity MUST attend 10 practices and turn in all necessary documents to the Coach before first competition to be able to compete FIRST DAY OF TENNIS! 3 5:30 pm first day of Varsity tryouts 9 11 am Varsity tryouts February 25 February 26 February 27 February 28 March 01 March 02 March 03 First day of practice for JV only players 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice 3 5:30 pm Varsity Tryouts/Practice March 04 March 05 March 06 March 07 March 08 March 09 March :30 pm Wrap up Varsity tryouts and start of official JV/Varsity practices JV 3 4pm, Varsity 4 5:30pm FLAPJACK FUNDRAISER 8 10am (All players need to attend) Windscreen Party! Noon 2pm (All coaches, players parents need to attend) March 11 March 12 March 13 March 14 March 15 March 16 March 17 Borah JV HOME (Optional) JV: Parma Invitational (all day)

12 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY March 18 March 19 March 20 March 21 March 22 March 23 March 24 HOME vs Centennial JV AWAY HOME vs Meridian JV AWAY (Optional) March 25 March 26 March 27 March 28 March 29 March 30 March 31 SPRING BREAK TBA: VARSITY PRACTICE 3 4:30pm TBA: VARSITY PRACTICE 3 4:30pm TBA: VARSITY PRACTICE 3 4:30pm TBA: VARSITY PRACTICE 3 4:30pm April 01 April 02 April 03 April 04 April 05 April 06 April 07 Capital JV HOME Boise JV HOME (Optional) April 08 April 09 April 10 April 11 April 12 April 13 April 14 Timberline JV HOME (Optional) April 15 April 16 April 17 April 18 April 19 April 20 April 21 HOME vs Skyview JV AWAY (Optional)

13 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY April 22 April 23 April 24 April 25 April 26 April 27 April 28 HOME vs Mountain View JV AWAY Varsity: Capital Invitational (all day) (Optional) Varsity: Capital Invitational (all day) April 29 April 30 May 01 May 02 May 03 May 04 May 05 HOME vs Rocky Mountain JV AWAY (Optional) May 06 May 07 May 08 May 09 May 10 May 11 May 12 VARSITY DISTRICT (Matches 4pm) VARSITY DISTRICT (Matches 4pm) VARSITY DISTRICT (Matches 4pm) VARSITY DISTRICT (Matches 4pm) VARSITY DISTRICT (Matches 4pm) JV DISTRICT (all day) May 13 May 14 May 15 May 16 May 17 May 18 May pm for State qualifying players only 3 5 pm for State qualifying players only 3 5 pm for State qualifying players only 3 5 pm for State qualifying players only VARSITY STATE Championships (all day) (Matches 8am) VARSITY STATE Championships (all day) (Matches 8am)

14 EAGLE High TENNIS Sponsorship PACKAGES The Mustang Tennis team is in search of sponsors and donors to help support our program! Sponsorship funds will help our team replace torn windscreens, nets and travel costs as well as fund additional equipment needs such as balls and uniforms Our teams work hard and play well Please help give these student-athletes the proper equipment and transportation to continue to be successful All donations are tax deductible and will go 100% in support of the EHS Tennis program 2018 VARSITY BOYS TEAM STATE CHAMPIONS BOYS SINGLES STATE CHAMPION BOYS DOUBLES STATE CHAMPION MIXED DOUBLES 4TH PLACE STATE FINISH 2018 ACE PACKAGE SMASH PACKAGE WINNER PACKAGE $1,000 $500 $250 Maximum of Six Sponsors a Year Court Fence Advertising: 8 foot wide x 4 foot tall banner with personalized design Court Dedication: Court named after sponsor Website Advertising: Premium Logo placement with link to your website Facebook Advertising: 3 Posts with link to your website (Save $500whenrebookingsponsorshipthenextyear) Court Fence Advertising: 6 foot wide x 3 foot tall banner with personalized design Website Advertising: Logo placement with link to your website Facebook Advertising: 2 Posts with link to your website EHS Tennis Clothing: EHS Tennis Shirt (Save $200whenrebookingsponsorshipthenextyear) Court Fence Advertising: 4 foot wide x 2 foot tall banner with personalized design Website Advertising: Logo placement with link to your website Facebook Advertising: Post with link to your website (Save $50whenrebookingsponsorshipthenextyear) EAGLE HIGH TENNIS SPONSOR INFORMATION Sponsor s Name: Date: (As you would like it to appear on printed materials) Contact: Title: Address: City: Zip: Phone: Package:

15 Eagle High Tennis Flapjack Fundraiser at $10 Mustang Tennis Players serve breakfast of: Pancakes Coffee/Milk Sausage Juice/Water Scrambled Eggs Soft Drinks March am 1460 N Eagle Rd, Meridian, ID Contact Coach Katie Ware at kwaretennis@gmailcom to purchase tickets

16 In consideration of my participation in the (describe purpose/event hereafter referred to as the Event ) at Applebee s Neighborhood Grill and Bar in Meridian, Idaho (Applebee s Address) on March, 9 20, 19 I hereby understand and knowingly agree to this release of liability, waiver of legal rights and assumption of risk and to the terms hereof as follows for myself and/or for the participating minor for whom I am the legal parent or guardian: 1 I acknowledge that all activities, including the Event, in a restaurant environment have inherent risks of serious injury, which might result not only from my own actions, but also the action, inaction, or negligence of others, or the condition of the premises or of any equipment used Furthermore, there may be other, unknown risks not reasonably foreseeable at this time AND I EXPRESSLY ANY VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS OF DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY SUSTAINED WHILE PARTICIPATING IN THE EVENT WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES DESCRIBED BELOW 2 I take full responsibility for, and I, my heirs, personal representatives or assigns RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS and WILL NOT SUE OR MAKE A CLAIM against Applebee s, Inc, Flynn Restaurant Group LP, Apple American Group LLC and their respective subsidiaries, affiliates, successors and assigns, principals, officers, directors, employees, agents and volunteers ( Released Parties ), from any a n d a l l liability, claims, demands or causes of actions, as well as loss or damage to my property, that I may hereafter have for injuries or damages arising out of my participation in the Event, including but not limited to, losses, injuries or any harm CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES I also agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE RELEASED PARTIES HARMLESS from all claims, judgments and costs including attorney s fees, incurred in connection with any action brought as a result of participation in the Event by any of the undersigned I hereby expressly recognize that this Release of Liability, Waiver of Legal Rights and Assumption of Risk is a contract pursuant to which I have released any and all claims against the Released Parties resulting from any injury, or death, sustained from participation in the Event, including any and all claims for negligence against the Released Parties I further represent that I am at least 18 years of age; OR As the legal parent or guardian of the participant, I am signing this document on behalf of my minor child and agree to be specifically bound to all terms and conditions of this agreement This Release shall be subject to and governed by the laws of the State where the Event occurs I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF LEGAL RIGHTS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS I SIGN THIS DOCUMENT ON MY OWN FREE WILL on this day, of 201 Signature of Adult Participant, Guardian or Parent: Printed Name of Adult Participant, Guardian or Parent: (please print name) Name of Participant if under the age of 18: ASSUMPTION AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISKS AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AGREEMENT rev Internal Use: Scan and to risk@appleamericancom

17 Eagle High Varsity Tennis Team Captain Selection Process/Application Being a Team Captain is an honor A Team Captain is a leader for everyone on the team regardless of skill They set the example for all team members It is more than just a title It's the highest level of responsibility on the team; it can bring the team together like family Encourage their team to succeed not just for themselves but for their program The Team Captain will work with the coaches to promote good sportsmanship, proper behavior on and off the court and promote and demonstrate a strong work ethic The team captain will need to show a positive attitude; winning or losing They will help be the rock to lift the team up in hard times The captain is the first line of communication to the team Not just relaying information but showing by example It's the first one to be at practice and the last one to leave It's the person who pushes hardest in practice and conditioning and positively encourages their team to do the same knowing it will only make the team stronger as a unit It's about representing your team on and off the court: at school, at practice, in matches, in the community and on social media General Team Captain Roles 1) Be a role model and lead by example Work hard and give your full effort at all times 2) Relay team communication to teammates and ensure they are informed about events 3) Be on time for all practices and matches When possible be the first person there and the last person to leave 4) Warmly welcome new players and treat all team members with equal respect and take time to get to know your teammates Team captains can also plan team get togethers outside of practice 5) Lead warm ups and make sure to respectfully keep teammates accountable always be positive and encouraging 6) At home matches, help welcome the visiting team coaches and players 7) At away matches, thank the opposing coaches and players 8) Aid in fundraising efforts for the team 9) Encourage and lead community service efforts 10) Listen to teammates ideas, suggestions and concerns share those with coaches! Other considerations include: 1) Prior team experiences 2) Prior captaining experience 3) Input from all coaches NOTE: The roll of team captain is a privilege If a team captain is found breaking team rules they may be asked to step down from their captaining responsibility I, (print name), am interested in becoming a Varsity Team Captain I believe I would make a good team captain because I have read and understand the Team Captain roles responsibilities (sign) Due 2/22/19