West Nashville Sports League

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1 West Nashville Sports League 2019 Winter Basketball Coach Guidelines and Information

2 WEST NASHVILLE SPORTS LEAGUE BOARD MEMBERS President: Vice President: Treasurer& Secretary: Scott Tygard Bob Notestine John Hartong Wendell Harmer Allison Duffey Bill Easterly Andrew Kelso Rick Nickels Tillman Payne Melissa Smith Bob Starnes Scott Oatsvall IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION League Phone Recording: Fax Number: Media: Website: Facebook: facebook.com/wnslonline League Administration: Scott Tygard Roger Maness Lauren Tygard Doug Smith Carly Hill

3 WNSL SPONSORS

4 Overall League Packages: Gold - $4,000 Silver - $2,000 Bronze - $1,000 Flag Football Packages: Hail Mary - $1,000 Touchdown - $500 Field Goal - $250 Basketball Packages: Slam Dunk - $1,000 3-Pointer - $500 Lay-Up - $250 Baseball Packages: Home Run - $1,000 Double - $500 Single - $250 Indoor Soccer Packages: Hat Trick - $1,000 Penalty Kick - $500 Goal - $250 Thank you for sponsoring WNSL. Please fill out this page completely and return this portion along with payment to: WNSL PO Box Nashville, TN, Company Name Mailing Address Contact Phone Additional Info **Send a hi-res color and black and white.jpg or.eps image of your company logo to scott@wnsl.net** **If you have any questions, please call or us at scott@wnsl.net** West Nashville Sports League Sponsorship Information Additional Packages: Basketball Tournament Naming Rights: -Christmas - $1000 -March Madness - $2,000 Naming Rights to Baseball Fields: -Warner Park Fields $1,500 Serving the Nashville Community Since

5 Respectfully, Scott Tygard President, West Nashville Sports League Your contribution will make a difference and become a part of our community s effort to do something very positive for our youth and future leaders. The benefits are the young adults who will have been given the opportunity to learn lessons in self-worth, character, fair play, sportsmanship, discipline, team spirit, hard work and unity. Your donation will help fund first-rate manpower, provide quality equipment and playing fields, and enable us to keep our costs low so children of all social and economic backgrounds can participate. One of the largest obstacles our organization faces is providing quality playing and learning experiences for many participants who are on a limited budget. The ability to meet the cost of operating and maintaining a quality program would not be possible without you, our community leaders. Since 1997, WNSL has been an athletic outlet to thousands of area boys and girls. As a youth sports league, we take great pride in the achievements of this program, which operates at the highest level and is a strong catalyst in keeping the youth of our community on the playing field. The WNSL mission is to teach children the fundamentals of basketball, baseball, flag football, soccer and the art of cheerleading while promoting discipline, dedication and team work in a fun, safe, and friendly environment. The West Nashville Sports League is seeking your support in providing Basketball, Baseball, Flag Football, Soccer and Cheerleading to the youth of Middle Tennessee. Dear Prospective Sponsor, (Flag Football, Spring Baseball, Winter Basketball, Indoor Soccer) For all four major sports for one year. Overall League Sponsorship Packages

6 NOTHIN BUT NET NEWS Nothin But Net News is the West Nashville Sports League s bi-weekly newsletter filled with important updates, photos of the week, upcoming events and other announcements. All coaches and parents will receive the newsletter by default, unless you have previously unsubscribed. Please note: While it is your option to unsubscribe to the mailing, we encourage you to scan through the newsletter for useful information you or your parents may have missed as this is oftentimes the best and most efficient method of distributing league-wide news. 5

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8 West Nashville Sports League Calendar of Events INTERACTIVE CALENDAR ON Nov 3 Nov 11 Nov 13 Nov 18 Nov 20 Dec 1 Dec 2 Dec 4 Dec 7-9 Dec 15 Dec 16 Late Fall Soccer Season Begins Basketball MBA Basketball Registration Closes for Pre-K 4 th Grade Basketball MBA Winter Basketball Coach Meeting Basketball Registration Closes for 5 th 9 th Grade Basketball MBA Winter Indoor Soccer Registration Closes Christmas Basketball Tournament Late Fall Indoor Soccer Season Ends Basketball MBA Jan 5, 2019 Basketball Season Begins Jan 12 Feb 16 Feb 23 Winter Indoor Soccer Season Begins Winter Indoor Soccer Season Ends Basketball Season Ends Feb 28 Mar 3 19 th Annual March Madness Tournament March 1 March 7 March 12 March 30 Spring Sport Registration Closes Spring Baseball Coach Meeting Spring Flag Football Coach Meeting Spring Sports Opening Day

9 West Nashville Sports League Calendar of Events April 20 May 25 June/July Easter No Spring Sport Games Spring Sport Season Ends All-Star Baseball

10 West Nashville Sports League Financial Assistance Form Parent/Guardian Name Phone Number Child s Name Age School Grade Reason you are applying for financial assistance Sport for which you are applying for financial assistance Total Household Income from adults living in household last year Source of Income No. of adults in household No. of children in household Please fill out this form completely and mail or fax it along with a copy of your payment verification/pay stub OR your most recent tax return to: WNSL P.O. Box Nashville, TN Fax Number:

11 WNSL Basketball Frequently Asked Questions If you have a question, start here. If you still cannot find your answer on this page, e- mail scott@wnsl.net Sign- Ups, Cost and Division Related Questions When can we register? Pre- K through 4 th Grade deadline is November 15 th, while the deadline for 5 th through 11 th Grade is after school tryouts December 1 st. How do I register and pay online? Go to and click on one of the sports you would like to register for. Once on a sport- specific page, log into your WNSL account (see the Login button on the right side of the screen). Once logged into your account, click Register Now in the top left corner to select the sport you would like to register your child for. If you do not have a WNSL account, click the Register button on the right of the screen to register/create an account. You will then Add Participants to your account and select which sport(s) you would like to register them for. What if I do not want to register online? You can download a paper application on the Basketball page at You may mail it in with a check but there will be a $10 paper registration fee as indicated on the application. What if I forget to register? You will be charged a late registration fee during the Late Registration period and assuming there is a team with an available spot. After this period expires, no more registrations are accepted. Do you give refunds if my child decides not to participate? Refunds are not issued and until November 1 st the registration fee may be transferred to another sport. After November 1 st no refunds or transfer of fees is allowed. Exception: A player that has a Doctor's excuse and cannot play due to injury will have his/her registration transferred to another sport for the future. What are the age divisions? The WNSL offers Co-ed Pre-k, separate boys and girls divisions in grades K through 9th grade, and Boys divisions in 10th and 11th grade. How long does the season last? Games last 8 Saturdays. Usually 4 in January and 4 in February. Practices typically begin in December. There is also a preseason tournament held in December as well as a postseason March Madness tournament the weekend after the final regular season game. These tournaments are optional and are not included in the league registration fee. Are players allowed to play up or play down? Players are allowed to play up a division. However, players must have approval from scott@wnsl.net in order to play down. Players that play down may not be eligible for the March Madness tournament where birthday guidelines are stricter. Can a player play on two teams? A player desiring to play on two teams in the same grade must receive prior approval from Scott Tygard (scott@wnsl.net). Players playing on two teams must pay two registration fees. No scheduling considerations will be given to players playing on two teams. How much does the league cost? Please visit for fees. Price usually increases after November 1 so make sure to register early! Cost is normally in the $120-$140 range.

12 What is included in the registration fees? Uniform (Reversible jersey and shorts), Eight games, Referees, Gym Space, Participation award, Insurance, Newsletter, Website, Team Sportsmanship Trophies for some teams, League Administration and more. How do you form teams? WNSL is open to full or partial teams and free agents. All players are welcome to request a coach on their registration, however, this is just a request unless the coach identifies your player on his roster, there is no guarantee that the participant will be placed on the team they request. We try our best to accommodate requests, however, coaches with pre-formed teams or partially formed teams that submit rosters with the players they intend on playing on their team will be honored first. Players not on a pre-formed roster are free agents and will be placed on a team(s) with classmates/players from their area of town. What happens if my team does not have a coach? WNSL relies heavily on volunteer coaches. Sometimes, we do not have enough volunteers for the number of players that register. If your team does not have a coach, WNSL will first ask if any parent or group of parents is willing to take on coaching responsibilities. If no one is willing or able, we will offer two options: WNSL will find a paid coach to oversee your team, the cost of which will be divided among the parents OR we will refund the team their registration fees, minus a $25 administrative charge. Coach Related Questions Who coaches the teams in the Basketball league? Volunteers! Some teams bring coaches with them and often parents coach. If you are interested in coaching or being an assistant you may indicate this on the Volunteer portion of the registration site. My child is on a Free Agent Team. Who will coach the team? Parents with players on a free agent (new team) team will be asked to coach the team or assist in finding a coach for the team. If no one surfaces to coach the team, then the WNSL will try to find a coach that must be paid by the parents on this type team. How does a parent notify the league that he or she would like to coach or be a team parent? During the online registration process there is a Volunteer page. Click on the volunteer position you would like (Coach, Assistant Coach or Team Parent) and fill out the requested information. You will then be assigned to your child s team once the registration process is closed. What do coaches need to do to prepare for the league? (1) Register your player with the league and then yourself as a coach. (2) Inform your parents to register online before the deadline in early November. Have them put your name in the 'coach requested' box. (3) Send scott@wnsl.net a roster close to the registration deadline of your team so we can cross- reference who has registered vs. who you are expecting. (4) We will build the teams from there and you will have a roster to view at the coaches' meeting. (5) Start looking for a practice space. The league does not provide practice locations. How are coaches certified? Coaches are screened at the Coaches Meeting and sign a Code of Conduct, as well as, complete an informational form in case a background check is necessary. How do you come up with team names? The coaches determine team names but these will not be reflected on the provided WNSL jersey.

13 Once I register, how long will it be before I hear from a coach? The Coaches Meeting is typically held the week before Thanksgiving to finalize all rosters. After that meeting, a coach will be in touch with you. Basketball Basics and Miscellaneous Questions What type of Basketball league does the WNSL offer? The WNSL feels all youth sports should be recreational in nature yet also competitive. The sports program is not a babysitting service but it is a league that does not encourage a win- at- all- cost attitude. Sportsmanship, camaraderie, fun and learning the game are the most important aspects of our basketball league. The WNSL feels that the casual recreational player as well as the more serious competitive player will both be accommodated. In short, the WNSL wants players of all different levels to have fun, excel and feel good about what they are doing. What are the rules for the different divisions? Rules will be posted on the Basketball page at closer to the season start date. How many players are on a team? The WNSL recommends teams carry 8-10 players, however, some coaches may choose to have more. Eight players is the minimum to have full team. The league may add free agents to a team with less than eight players. Where are the games played? Games are played at over 20 locations throughout Davidson and Williamson counties. A few of the schools include: West End Middle School, MBA, Harding Academy, Lipscomb Elementary School, Lipscomb University Student Center, Franklin Road Academy, Oak Hill School, Harpeth Hall, J.T. Moore, Eakin Elementary, Brentwood Middle School, The Covenant School, Christ Presbyterian Academy, BGA and Overton High School. When and how often do teams practice? Teams usually practice one time per week. However, practice frequency and location is determined by each coach. The WNSL does not provide practice locations nor does it pay for them. Many gyms charge a fee for practice time and the team is responsible for this expense. Does the WNSL provide referees for games? Yes. A minimum of two trained referees are provided for every game played. Does WNSL post standings? No, the WNSL does not provide standings as we do not want to promote over- the- top- competitiveness and focus on the "Love of the Game" instead. Scores and brackets are posted for the preseason and postseason tournaments and teams are rewarded for winning. Are end of season trophies presented to the league champions/runners up? The WNSL does not award Championship and Runner- Up trophies to teams in the Basketball league. We like to keep the focus purely on the Love of the Game. We do give out Love of the Game sportsmanship trophies to teams that exemplify good sportsmanship throughout the season. We also award every player in the league an individual participant trophy or medallion at the end of the season. Championship trophies are given out at the preseason and postseason tournaments.

14 Does the league provide photos for teams and individuals? A photographer is present at the January Jamboree celebration for ages Pre- K through 2nd Grade to take team and individual photos. Each team is given a time slot on that day to get their photos taken. Teams not participating in the Jamboree (3 rd through 9 th Grade) will have the opportunity to have photos taken in the gym in which they are playing. The photographer has various packages available. Payment is due on the day the photos are taken and coaches are notified when photos are ready to be picked up. Photo package options are given out at the Coaches Meeting so parents can get familiar with the options available. What happens in case of inclement weather? Are games rescheduled? How will a parent/coach know if games are canceled? If games are canceled there will be a notice on the homepage of and the league s social media outlets as well as a message stating games have been cancelled at We also try to send out a league- wide e- mail. Coaches and team parents are responsible for spreading the word from there. Games are not rescheduled by the league; however, if coaches from both teams find and agree upon a gym for a weather- related makeup game, the league will provide referees. A five- day notice is mandatory for this policy. What is the difference between WNSL and other basketball leagues? The West Nashville Sports League is a top- notch youth sports organization that emphasizes all players valuing the pure love- of- the- game over a winning- at- all- costs attitude. We do our best to place teams (depending on the number of teams in that grade level) in different levels of competition (bronze, silver, gold divisions) to provide a level playing field and create the best possible experience for all players. We also work hard to keep everyone heavily involved in the community by promoting and being involved in local organizations, colleges and events. Providing a fun January Jamboree event for younger players, the best gym conditions possible, certified referees, excellent communication to all participants, parents and coaches and an informative and user friendly website, the WNSL goes above and beyond to create a memorable and positive experience for all involved. Sponsorship and Financial Assistance Are there any opportunities for corporate sponsorships? Yes. The WNSL offers corporate sponsorships for each individual sport, as well as the overall league. We also offer corporate sponsorships of our preseason and postseason Basketball tournaments. You can see all opportunities under the sponsorship link at What if I am interested in sponsoring the league? Please contact scott@wnsl.net. Does the WNSL provide financial assistance or scholarships? Yes. If you are in need of a full or partial scholarship, fill out and submit the financial assistance information at A WNSL representative will be in touch in regard to the amount of financial assistance available for your participant.

15 Player Name: 2019 WNSL Winter Basketball Registration Deadline: November 15, December 1 Parent/Guardian Name: Player s Gender: Player s Date of Birth: Age on Jan. 1, 2019: _ Street Address: City: Zip Code: E- Mail Address: Grade: Phone: (H) (C) School: What Area of Town Do You Live in? (i.e. Green Hills, Bellevue) Coach Preference (Full Name): _ Is Your Player Listed on the Roster This Coach Will Submit to the League? Yes No Don t Know List Any Teammate Requests Here: Years playing organized basketball? Preferred Competition Level? Recreational Middle Level Competitive Circle Preferred Jersey Size (If you are in between sizes, order up. Sizes will be normal, not small like last year s: YS(6-8) YM(10-12) YL(14-16) AS(30-32) AM (34-36) AL (36-38) AXL(40-42) Circle Preferred Shorts Size (Youth inseam is 7 / Adults 9 ): YS(6-8) YM(10-12) YL(14-16) AS(30-32) AM (34-36) AL (36-38) AXL(40-42) Volunteer Information: I am willing to volunteer in this league as a: Coach Assistant Coach Team Parent Contact information if different from above (Name, E- Mail, etc.): Agreement: 1. I hereby certify that my child is in normal health and capable of safe participation in the WNSL Winter Basketball Program. I assume all risk and hazards incidental to the conduct of this program. I hereby authorize the WNSL to obtain medical treatment for my child if the parent(s) cannot be reached. 2. I support the WNSL philosophy based on character development, participation, fun, skill development, team work, fair play, family involvement and growth in spirit, mind & body. 3. I will read and follow the WNSL s code of conduct online at 4. I understand the league fee covers a variety of items for the regular season only. Tournaments are additional. 5. I acknowledge that if I choose to withdraw my child from the league without a Doctors excuse, there will be NO refunds and the fee can be transferred to another sport. After November 15 or December 1, NO refunds or transfer of fees will be allowed. Signature of Parent/Guardian: League Fees if Registering By Mail: Pre- K through 1 st Grade - - $120 per player until November 15 2 nd Grade through 9 th Grade - -$140 per player until December 1 Add $10 for completing a paper registration. Date: Total Amount Enclosed: $ Check Number: To complete your registration, please mail this form along with a check for the correct amount listed above to: WNSL, P.O. Box 50710, Nashville, TN 37205

16 WNSL BASKETBALL 2018 CHRISTMAS TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION FORM Please print legibly and complete ALL registration questions Team Name: Grade level: Gender: M F Type Team: Elite/ Travel School/Select Team Recreational/League Are you a 2019 WNSL winter basketball team? YES NO If yes, will you be wearing WNSL uniforms for the tournament? YES NO List the league/division your team plays in, current record and how many years played together: Coach s Information: Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Best phone number: Team Contact: A secondary contact MUST be listed. Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Best phone number: Release: In consideration of being allowed to participate, I,, the undersigned representative of the above-listed team, waive all claims for injury, accident, or loss of any kind and hereby release the West Nashville Sports League and all tournament facilities, their employees, members and representatives from any claims. In addition, I verify that all information contained on this form is accurate. Signature: Date: Special Scheduling Requests (if applicable): We will try to honor any scheduling requests though we cannot guarantee them. Registration Deadline: November 23rd, 2018 Entry fees ($150 for WNSL Teams & $200 for Non-WNSL teams) are non-refundable after Nov. 23, Registration is incomplete until the fee has been collected. SEND COMPLETED Registration to one of the following: Mail: WNSL, P.O. Box 50710, Nashville, TN Fax: SCOTT@WNSL.NET

17 10 th Annual WNSL Christmas Tournament December 7-9, 2018 Courts 615 (Formerly A Game Sportsplex) and other Nashville Area Gyms 1 st - 9 th Grade Boys and Girls Teams *NEW* 10th, 11th Grade Boys Teams $150 for WNSL Teams $200 for Non-WNSL Teams Recreational, school and AAU teams welcome! All skill levels are invited and teams will be placed in appropriate divisions 3-Game Guarantee, 1st and 2nd place teams in each divison will receive trophies Space is limited! Register now to secure your team s spot. Go to WNSL.org to register online! The deadline to register and pay is November 23 rd Lauren@wnsl.net

18 19 th Annual WNSL March Madness Tournament 2019 Tournament Registration Form February 28th - March 3rd February 28th for local teams only ****Please print legibly and all questions must be answered to be placed on schedule***** Team Name (Do not use Coach Name) Grade level: Gender: Check The Entry Level that applies to your team (This is a request only. No Guarantee): Bronze (Recreational/Lower Recreational League Team) Silver (Mid-Level School Team/Avg Team in Comp League) Gold (Competitive/Travel/Above Average Team in Competitive League) Please list the following: League/Division you played in, number of years played together/strength of league, season record in league and/or last tournament results. Out of town teams MUST justify why they are not a travel team. Coaches Information: Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Best phone number: Team Contact or Assistant Coach: (You MUST list an additional team contact) Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Best phone number: Release: In consideration of being allowed to participate, I, the undersigned representative of the above-listed team, waive all claims for injury, accident, or loss of any kind and hereby release the West Nashville Sports League and all tournament facilities, their employees, members and representatives from any claims. In addition, I verify that all information contained on this form is accurate. Signature: Date Special Requests: We will try to honor any scheduling requests though we cannot guarantee them. Early Registrant requests are more likely to be honored. Entry fees ($200 for WNSL Teams; $250 for all others) are non-refundable after Feb. 15, 2019 (Deadline)* Registration is incomplete until the fee has been collected. *Late fee of $50 will be added to registrations received after the deadline SEND COMPLETED Registration with check to one of the following: Mail: WNSL, P.O. Box 50710, Nashville, TN Fax: sandi@wnsl.net or scott@wnsl.net with questions

19 Basketball Tournament Nashville, TN February 28 th* - March 3 rd, 2019 Join the Southeast's largest basketball tournament, with over 280 teams annually! Gold, Silver and Bronze Divisions in each age group, TSSAA certified referees, and full court gyms with over 500 games played in more thank twenty gyms in the West Nashville area! WHEN: February 28 th (local teams only) - March 3 rd, 2019 WHERE: Over twenty gyms in the West Nashville area; including, but not limited to: Franklin Fieldhouse, A-Game Sportsplex, Montgomery Bell Academy and Eakin Elementary. WHO: Boys and Girls teams ages Kindergarten - 9th Grade. *NEW* 10th, 11th Grade Boys Divisions. All skill levels. AAU/ Travel,School and Recreational Divisions in all grades. WHAT: Three game minimum guarantee, Pool Play followed by Bracket Play. Individual Trophies awarded to all 1 st & 2 nd Place teams. HOW: Register on WNSL.org/ Tournaments before February 15 th, 2019! (Price Increase after this day based on availability; Early Bird pricing may be available during summer months) COST: $200 for WNSL teams, $250 for non-wnsl teams CONTACT: Lauren@wnsl.net

20 WNSL Winter Basketball Clinics WNSL is offering 4 Basketball Clinics this Winter to help your child get ready for the 2019 WNSL Winter Basketball season. Clinic Dates: November 11 November 18 December 2 $20 Each Pre k-2nd:1-2:15 3rd-9th: 2:30-4:00 MBA Gym 4001 Harding Pike Nashville, TN December 16 Register in your WNSL account when you register for Winter Basketball! Clinics are great for all ages Beginners and intermediate players are welcome Attend one or all - as many as you want! Players will work on basic basketball skills

21 WEATHER CANCELATIONS Representatives from each facility decide if we will be able to hold games there each week. Safety is paramount for all WNSL activities. For weather cancelations: 1. There will be a notice on the website, 2. A phone message on the league number A message on the League s Twitter (@WNSLonline) and Facebook page. 4. An out to all participants. 5. We will appear on the News Channel 5 and News Channel 4 scrolling bars. No messages or notice means games are on as scheduled. PLEASE NOTE: WNSL does NOT reschedule cancelled games. If both teams would still like to play the game, Coaches may get together and procure a gym time suitable for all parties and WNSL provide referees.

22 TEAM PHOTOS Team and Individual Photos will be scheduled for January. More information coming soon.

23 SCHEDULE AND STANDINGS INFORMATION The first half of the season schedule (January) will not be published until the end of December. When posted, it will appear on the league website at the top of the Basketball page. The second half of the schedule (February) will be posted by Mid-January, to enable the league to properly matchup teams. We will not post standings or records due to the league s mission of promoting a love of the game rather than a love of winning. Middle season standings adjustments If your team is 0-4 or 4-0 at midseason, you may be moved up or down a division in an attempt to promote evenly-matched competition. Please inform your parents of this up front as the WNSL encourages players, coaches and everyone involved to be gracious in both victory and defeat. End of season adjustments The WNSL reserves the right to alter the schedule in the final two weeks of the season if needbe. This will occur, once again, to promote competitive balance. If we see a major mismatch, teams will be moved around in order to create equal competition. Please make a habit out of checking your schedule EVERY THURSDAY of each week Though we will do everything in our power to give a week s notice if your original game time has been moved, please double check your schedule each and every week. Coaches leading multiple teams Please make sure you list all the teams you are coaching on the request forms provided in the Addendum. We will do what we can to make the scheduling work for you. The league may not always be able to give you an hour between games, so have your assistants prepared. No guarantees but we will do our best. Teams unable to make a game If you cannot field a team on a given week, please inform the opposing coach and the league and make a good-faith effort to find a replacement team for your opponent to compete against by Wednesday. (Ask a team playing before or after your scheduled time.) The coaches contacts are listed on the Rosters tab on the WNSL webpage after logging into your account. Note that you can only view the coaches contacts information if you are logged into your account. Forfeits Forfeits will not be tolerated. Coaches should ALWAYS check their schedule every Thursday. Please communicate with your parents in advance to ensure player availability. 37

24 ONE PLAYER EXCEPTION RULE Even though the Basketball League is based on the participant s grade, the WNSL allows a team to remain within its division so long as no more than one player is playing down a grade. Teams containing more than one player playing down may be allowed on a case-by-case basis but must be approved by League President Scott Tygard (scott@wnsl.net). Age requirements for a player wishing to play down are as follows: 1 st Grade player playing down to K must be no older than 7 years old by Sept. 1, nd Grade player playing down to 1 st must be no older than 8 years old by Sept. 1, rd Grade player playing down to 2 nd must be no older than 9 years old by Sept. 1, th Grade player playing down to 3 rd must be no older than 10 years old by Sept. 1, th Grade player playing down to 4 th must be no older than 11 years old by Sept. 1, th Grade player playing down to 5 th must be no older than 12 years old by Sept. 1, th Grade player playing down to 6 th must be no older than 13 years old by Sept. 1, th Grade player playing down to 7 th must be no older than 14 years old by Sept. 1, 2019 Teams may play up a grade level and are encouraged to do so if they can compete. PLAYERS PLAYING ON TWO TEAMS Players may only play on two different teams in the same grade level if approved by Scott Tygard. Players may play on two different teams in separate grade levels. Players playing on two teams must pay an additional $100 for the second registration and must have a jersey that does not contain a conflicting number. Keep in mind that based on birthday, players playing down may not be eligible for the March Madness Tournament. ABSENT PLAYERS LEAVING YOU SHORT? Occasionally, a player may be added to a roster for a game due to low numbers. The added player must be eligible to participate in the division in question. If you need to add a player, please Scott (scott@wnsl.net) at least two days prior to the game. These changes may not be made on game day! LAZY PARENTS OR LAZY PLAYERS When players do not show up for practices without a good reason, advise the parents that their child s playing time may be affected. If it becomes a pattern, Scott (scott@wnsl.net) with proper documentation and we will determine the best course of action, which will likely include an OK to cut that player s playing time. We will inform the parents of this decision. Please note that submitting these requests and proper documentation must be done during the week and may not take place on game day. The WNSL will not tolerate cutting a player s playing time for a lack of practice without these materials. Thank you for your cooperation on this matter. 38

25 PRACTICE INFORMATION Practice times and locations are determined by coaches and are not monitored by the league. Please note that the WNSL does not pay for practice times or locations. INSURANCE QUESTIONS The WNSL does provide full insurance for all practice venues. You can obtain a certificate upon request. To receive your copy of the insurance policy, contact Angela Salcido at West Point Insurance: angela@westpointinsurance.com Phone: Inform her you are with the WNSL, give her the facility name and address and you will receive your policy within one day. 42

26 PROPER BASKETBALL OR NON- MARKING TENNIS SHOES REQUIRED An appropriate athletic shoe must be worn during game play. If a player is making streaks on the gym floor, that player will be asked to change shoes or not play that day. Please respect the organizations and their gymnasiums. JEWELRY/ACCESSORY NOTICE Players will not be allowed to wear any jewelry or accessories during WNSL basketball games. This includes any type of earrings, sharp hair pins, bracelets, etc. Both male and female players will be asked to remove all jewelry and accessories prior to playing. And yes, this includes recently pierced ears so plan accordingly! Taping over them will NOT be allowed! 43

27 2019 LIST OF GYMNASIUMS Battle ground Academy Christ Presbyterian Academy Currey Ingram Academy Eakin Elementary Franklin Road Academy Harding Academy John Trotwood Moore Lipscomb Academy Elementary Lipscomb Academy Middle Lipscomb University Student Center Montessori Academy Montgomery Bell Academy Oak Hill School Overton High School St. Paul Christian School West End Middle School PRACTICE GYM CONTACTS Bellevue Middle School Roger Maness West End Middle School Roger Maness Cohn School - Roger Maness First Presbyterian Church Andrew Kelso - akelso@fpcnashville.org 40

28 GYMNASIUM POLICIES FOOD AND DRINK RULES After-game treats must be distributed and consumed outside of the gym. If you are in a lobby area, please clean up after your team. The WNSL prides itself in keeping the school gyms clean. Please abide by all posted rules and treat these areas with respect. Each gym monitor has the final say on food and drink in the gym. Some schools have stricter policies than others including an absolutely-no-drink policy. If a parent does not abide by the gym monitor s requests, that parent will be asked to leave the gym. Coaches, please communicate this to your parents and players. WARM-UP BALLS Teams are allowed to use TWO warm-up basketballs prior to the game and during halftime. Basketballs must be brought by the coaches; no personal basketballs are allowed into the gyms. During the game, all basketballs must be secure and not bounced. Please respect games being played when you arrive to your gym and DO NOT bounce balls while other games are in action. 41

29 2019 WNSL BASKETBALL UNIFORM INFORMATION Distribution: The week before the season, uniforms will be distributed out to teams. Details for the pick-up time and location are below: First Presbyterian Church/Oak Hill School Wednesday, January 2nd 5:15p.m. - 8 p.m. School Cafeteria (directly below the gymnasium) Only a coach, team parent or team representative will be able to pick up the entire bag of uniforms for their team. Own Uniforms: Teams may wear their own uniforms, but you must make the league aware of this during the Coaches Meeting (by filling out the appropriate form in the Addendum packet). Size Exchange: For exchanges: There will be a central location on our first Saturday (January 5) for exchanges. If the parent ordered the incorrect size, the parent must pay $10 for shorts and $15 for a jersey. If the league is at fault we will exchange the uniform for free. Christmas Tournament Participants: Teams playing in the Christmas Tournament will pick up their uniforms at the site of their first game of the Tournament (A-Game). 45

30 AFTER SEASON AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF TEAMS Players in all grades have the option to receive participation medallions at the end of the season. Please mark the appropriate page in your coach addendum if you would like medallions for your team. There will be no championship trophies for the teams that have won their division or think they have won. No standings are recorded or published. The regular season is for learning, improving, playing the game the right way and having fun. We do not recognize winning with trophies and standings. LOVE OF THE GAME TEAMS AWARDS We do recognize teams that are good sports, have good attitudes, play to learn and have fun, don t complain, have supportive fans, good coaches and are doing what the WNSL asks them to do with a large trophy at the end of the season. We call this award the Love of the Game Trophy, and is the WNSL s highest award. TOURNAMENT AWARDS We do award achievement trophies in the Christmas and March Madness Tournaments to both players and teams. That venue is separate from the regular season, however, and the WNSL will maintain its mission of player and person development over a play-to-win attitude during its normal action. 44

31 SCOREBOOKS AND BOOK KEEPERS Every team must have a scorebook and bookkeeper ready to go at game time with players entered in the book. These scorebook keepers will be required to sit at the scorer s table. They are not allowed to sit on the bench (coaches included) or in the stands. This person is also responsible for monitoring the opposing team s playing time. Playing time sheets will be provided at the desk. If there are questions on playing time (players playing too much or too little), it must be documented through their book or playing time sheet. The league will not follow up with hearsay. Bookkeepers may not coach or referee from their position and must remain quiet. If there is a discrepancy with the score on the public scoreboard (other than the 20-point differential) or number of fouls, etc., it is the bookkeeper s responsibility to bring this to the attention of the referees immediately and stop the game. Please understand the importance of this position and assign someone who is diligent and will pay attention to the game. 51

32 WNSL PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT I will encourage good sportsmanship at all times by setting a positive example for my child. I pledge to support all participants, including teammates and opponents, coaches, referees and spectators. I will demonstrate a positive attitude toward youth sports, not embarrassing myself, my child or any other participant by yelling or creating a scene. I will applaud good effort in victory and defeat. I will make sure my child is participating voluntarily in the sport and not forced to because of my wishes. I will strive to learn the rules and support the officials in their enforcement of them. I will support the goals of youth sports, including skill development, emphasizing fundamentals, building teamwork and encouraging fair play. I will support and communicate with the volunteer coaches, encouraging them to uphold the Coach s Code of Conduct. I understand that youth sports are not babysitting services. I will offer to participate as a coach, team liaison or parent, or provide transportation. I will demand a healthy environment, refraining from alcohol, drug or tobacco use at all sporting events. I will insist that all other participants display the same restraint. I will monitor game and practice venues for safety. I will teach my child to respect other players, coaches, referees and spectators, regardless of their race, creed, gender or ability. I will strive to make youth sports fun. After all, that s why my child signed up! Signature: Printed Name: Today s Date:

33 Register as a Volunteer (If you HAVE previously registered on the WNSL website) 1. On the top right of your screen (above the West Nashville Sports League Banner), there is a "Log In" button. Click that. NOTE: The design of the site has changed but all of your login information remains the same. 2. Enter your username and password. If you do not remember your username and password, please click on the Forgot Username and Password button to get a reminder. PLEASE DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT. If you have changed your address or are unable to receive a password reminder, please send an to support@bluesombrero.com for help. 3. Once you have logged in to your account, you will see tabs that say 'Register', 'Volunteer', 'My Orders', & 'Account Info.' Click the Volunteer tab. Then click the 'Add/Remove Volunteer Roles' link that appears. 4. Select the sport for which you wish to volunteer. 5. Select the role in the appropriate division for which you wish to volunteer. 6. Enter all required information and submit the registration by clicking Next. 7. Your volunteer role should now appear on your My Account screen. (If you HAVE NOT previously registered on the wnsl website) 1. On the top right of your screen (above the West Nashville Sports League Banner), there is a "Log In" button. Click that. 2. Enter all required fields and create your online registration account. (You may also have to enter a "participant". If you do not wish to enter a participant, simply click the 'log in' button at the top of the screen and log in with your newly-formed account) 3. Once you have logged in to your account, you will see tabs that say 'Register', 'Volunteer', 'My Orders', & 'Account Info.' Click the Volunteer tab. Then click the 'Add/Remove Volunteer Roles' link that appears. 4. Select the sport for which you wish to volunteer. 5. Select the role in the appropriate division for which you wish to volunteer. 6. Enter all required information and submit the registration by clicking Next. 7. Your volunteer role should now appear on your My Account screen. 26

34 All WNSL Referees are certified. They have completed the required referee training including classes, clinics and practice games. 48

35 REFEREE COMPLAINTS The West Nashville Sports League understands that problems with officiating may occur during the course of the season and we want to hear about it. If you wish to file a complaint, you MUST follow the procedure below: Note that all complaints must come from the Head Coach or Assistant Coach. NO COMPLAINTS FILED BY PARENTS WILL BE REVIEWED. 1. Gym monitors are on hand at every location we play games to act as a liaison. Get them involved at the time of the dispute. 2. Send an to Roger@wnsl.net with the following information: Subject: Referee Complaint Date of Game: Game Time: Gymnasium: Name or Description of Referee: Was the Issue Discussed with the Gym Monitor (Hopefully Yes)? Nature of Your Complaint (Please be brief and to the point: 50

36 WNSL BASKETBALL COACH CERTIFICATION: Please make sure to complete all these forms in the Addendum packet and it here tonight! 1) Disclosure Form 2) Background Check Information 3) Code of Conduct 4) Coach Bio 5) Team Assessment 6) Scheduling Requests 7) Uniform Intention 8) Practice Request Form 9) Medallion Request form 10) Christmas Tournament Form 11) Concussion Protocol 12) Cardiac Arrest Protocol

37 WNSL VOLUNTEER COACHING DISCLOSURE Please complete the below information if you have NOT completed your online volunteer profile at wnsl.org Legal First Name: Last Name: Middle Initial: Date of Birth: Address: Best Phone:

38 WNSL conducts background checks for all HEAD coaches. Please keep in mind that this is a different process from the volunteer registration at WNSL.org. There is no cost to you for this check. All fees are covered by WNSL. Don t Forget to Complete the Protect Youth Sports Verity Background Check Go to: By January 1st! Contact Scott@wnsl.net with any questions.

39 WNSL COACH CODE OF CONDUCT I will be a positive role model for my players. I will lead by example and always demonstrate sportsmanship and emphasize fair play. I will place the well-being of every player (whether he/she is on my team or not) ahead of my personal desire to win. I will organize practices that are both fun and challenging, designed to teach techniques and strategies that encourage team-play. I will emphasize skills development and improvement based on each individual player s needs, helping him/her gain confidence and self-esteem. I will consistently treat my players honestly and fairly. I will aim to be both a good communicator and listener. I will be generous in praise and never publically criticize. I will maintain an open line of communication with parents and encourage them to participate as instructors, team parents or liaisons. I will become knowledgeable in the rules of the sport, teach them to the players and support all league policies and regulations. I will inspect practice and game venues to ensure safe playing conditions. I will require players to be properly equipped at all times. I will teach safe and proper technique. I will abide by all WNSL policies. If there is a problem following these procedures, I understand that I will relinquish my coaching duties. I understand I am strictly a volunteer coach and not a member of the WNSL Board. I will create a healthy environment for sports by refraining from drug, alcohol and tobacco use. I will treat all players with respect, realizing this sport is created to benefit them. Coach s Signature: Coach s Printed Name: Today s Date:

40 WNSL COACH BIO We would love to learn a little more about you. Please take a few minutes to fill out this form and turn it in at the Coaches Meeting. Name: Including yourself, how many members are in your family? Employer: Occupation: How many years have you lived in Nashville? College You Attended: Did you play sports in high school or college? Which sports? How many years have you coached Basketball? How many of those years in the WNSL? What is your primary goal this season? How will you measure whether your season was a success? Do you think equal playing time should be mandated? Why or why not? Thanks for coaching!

41 COACH S PRESEASON TEAM ASSESSMENT Please complete the following information so that we may gain some insight into your team s ability and may place it appropriately. If you are coaching multiple teams, please fill out one sheet for each team: On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being the best, please give -or- I Have No Idea an honest evaluation of your team s competitiveness: I desire to play the strongest competition possible: Has this team played together in the past? If YES, how many years? What was the team s division and record last year? Is your team playing in a Fall League right now? If YES, which one and what is you record? YES NO YES NO YES NO If your team has players in different grades, how Grade: Players: Many are in each grade? Grade: Players: How many times per week will you practice? Have you already begun practicing? If you have multiple teams in the same age group, did you split talent evenly or stack one team? If you stacked, which team is this? YES NO SPLIT STACK A-TEAM B-TEAM Considering the formation and ability of your team, please select your preference from one of the following three competition levels: GOLD: An above average team, usually with handpicked players by a coach or after a tryout. Also teams that have been together and done well in the past. This division has more relaxed, true-to-the-game rules and playing time is not monitored. SILVER: Typically a school entry or a group of friends/classmates, teams in this division are average to above-average for their age group in ability and fundamentals. BRONZE: Fun is the name of the game in this level -- generally recreational and newly-formed teams aiming to improve their skills but not wishing to play tough competition.

42 Basketball Game Schedule Request Coach Last Name: Gender: Grade: **Are you the head coach of two teams? If yes, Grade and Gender of the second team: Do you have players participating in 2019 WNSL Winter Indoor Soccer? Coach Name My Team Would Like Extra Games ($45 per game) Yes No How many games? While there are absolutely no guarantees, THIS IS YOUR CHANCE to provide specific scheduling requests. Please think through any conflicts now. If something comes up between now and December 13, please WNSL Basketball Schedule January 5 January 12 January 19 January 26 February 2 February 9 February 16 Form Instructions: Use the calendar to the left to make any schedule requests. Note that all requests are exactly that, and none of them are guaranteed. Please do not abuse this form by requesting all 10 a.m. games or something similar. 1. To indicate that your team cannot play on a given Saturday, place an X in the appropriate box. (If you are unavailable to play on a Saturday, you may only play 7 games.) 2. You may select certain games times for a few games, but not all. Coaches that have two teams will be given priority. (This is not a guarantee; all teams should have an assistant coach.) 3. Work related scheduling conflicts will be given high priority, but social events will not (unless school related). Also note the following dates of importance: n MLK Day is Jan. 21 (Weekend of Jan. 19) If you have other scheduling notes, including players playing on other WNSL basketball teams (include coach name and grade level), please indicate them here. February 23

43 2019 Uniform Information Sheet Coach Name: Team s Gender: Team s Grade: Please check the Appropriate Statement: My team WILL NOT wear the WNSL uniforms this season because we are providing our own. (Teams wearing their own uniforms must have reversible jerseys [color/white] with numbers on both sides) My team WILL wear the standard WNSL uniforms this season. *No money will be refunded to teams for not wearing the WNSL uniform and these uniforms will be donated towards the scholarship players.

44 Who Is Eligible Practices Through the WNSL Any team is eligible to request a practice slot, but the intent for WNSL to be involved is solely to assist teams that are not able to secure practices on their own. Therefore WNSL requests times in public school gyms. We have submitted the requests for times shown below and will know soon if we receive any or all of these times. If your team can secure a practice site on-your-own, we request that you do so, leaving the league-secured practice times for the teams without that connection. Space and Fees Passed-on To the Teams WNSL pays significant fees for these gym rentals, which also include custodial fees, and a gym monitor to be on duty at all times. It is necessary for us to pass-along a portion of the fees to offset the costs for these practice facilities. For teams in PK, K, 1 st, and 2 nd Grade, we allot one-half of one crosscourt (one goal) and attempt to place a team of the same age group on the opposite goal (in case coaches want to scrimmage). For teams on 3 rd Grade and above, we allot one full crosscourt (space permitting). The fees for a practice time for the entire season are as follows: For Teams in PK, K, 1 st, and 2 nd Gradeà$150 (equates to approximately $16/practice). For Teams 3 rd Grade and Olderà$200 (equates to approximately $21/practice). Times We Expect to Be Able to Assign Sundays Sundays (beginning December 4 th ) at West End Middle School (3529 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37205, Gym Entrance on Elmington Ave.) Times are 1-2 p.m., 2-3 p.m., 3-4 p.m., 4-5 p.m. Sundays (beginning December 4 th ) at Bellevue Middle School (655 Colice Jeanne Rd, Nashville, TN 37221) Times are TBD Sundays (beginning December 4 th ) at Cohn Learning Center (4805 Park Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, Gym at the corner of 48 th & Elkins) Times are 1-2 p.m., 2-3 p.m., 3-4 p.m., 4-5 p.m.

45 PRACTICE REQUESTS I would like to be considered for a practice time through the league: Coach Address Phone Age Group Will this be your only practice site? Yes No 1 st Choice 2 nd Choice 3 rd Choice 4 th Choice

46 2019 BASKETBALL PRACTICE REQUEST FORM To be filled out by coaches that DO NOT already have a practice location If your team does not have a practice location, we will do our best to help you find one. By filling out this form you understand the following: Gym space is very limited so there is no guarantee we will be able to accommodate. There will be an additional cost associated with gym rentals for which the league will not be responsible. Cost will be determined by December 1 and must be paid by January 1. If we find your team a gym and you decline it, we will not search for another one. Coach: Grade: Gender: Preferred Day of Practice:

47 Medallions WNSL no longer gives participation medallions to every player. If you would like to request participation medallions for your team, please fill out this form: Yes, I would like medallions for my team this year: -or- No, I would not like medallions for my team this season: Coach s Name: Team Name: Division:

48 2018 WNSL 10 th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TOURNAMENT INTENTION If you are coaching a team in Grades 1-11, you MUST check a box on this page Coach Name: Team s Gender: Team s Grade: My team WILL participate in the Christmas Tournament I will have to let you know later, we MAY be participating (Deadline is November 23) My team WILL NOT be participating in the Christmas Tournament Christmas Tournament Details: Eligibility: Teams in Grades 1-9 NEW Boys 10 th & 11 th Grade Teams Dates: December 7-9th Location: Courts 615 (Formerly A-Game Sportsplex) Cost: $150 for WNSL teams, $200 for non-wnsl teams Registration Deadline: November 23 How to Register: Register online by signing into your account at clicking Register Now and then selecting the appropriate registration box (WNSL team or non- WNSL team). You may also download a registration form from the website or find one in the coach s handbook and mail it in with a check. Only one person per team needs to register

49 CONCUSSION INFORMATION AND SIGNATURE FORM FOR COACHES (Adapted from CDC Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports ) Read and keep this page. Sign and return the signature page. THE FACTS A concussion is a brain injury. All concussions are serious. Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness. Concussion can occur in any sport. Recognition and proper management of concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death. WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? Concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head. Concussions can also occur from a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth, causing the brain to bounce around or twist within the skull. This sudden movement of the brain can cause stretching and tearing of brain cells, damaging the cells and creating chemical changes in the brain. HOW CAN I RECOGNIZE A POSSIBLE CONCUSSION? Signs and symptoms of concussion generally show up soon after the injury. But the full effect of the injury may not be noticeable at first. For example, in the first few minutes the athlete might be slightly confused or appear a little bit dazed, but an hour later he or she can t recall coming to the practice or game. You should repeatedly check for signs of concussion and also tell parents what to watch out for at home. Any worsening of concussion signs or symptoms indicates a medical emergency. To help spot a concussion, you should watch for and ask others to report the following two things: 1. A forceful bump, blow or jolt to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head. 2. Any concussion signs or symptoms such as a change in the athlete s behavior, thinking or physical functioning.

50 SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS SIGNS OBSERVED BY COACHING STAFF Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment or position Forgets an instruction Is unsure of game, score or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness, even briefly Shows mood, behavior or personality changes Can t recall events prior to hit or fall Can t recall events after hit or fall WHAT ARE CONCUSSION DANGER SIGNS? In rare cases, a dangerous blood clot may form on the brain in an athlete with a concussion and crowd the brain against the skull. Call or take the athlete to the emergency department right away if after a bump, blow or jolt to the head or body the athlete exhibits one or more of the following danger signs: One pupil larger than the other Is drowsy or cannot be awakened A headache that gets worse Weakness, numbness or decreased coordination Repeated vomiting or nausea Slurred speech Convulsions or seizures Cannot recognize people or places Becomes increasingly confused, restless or agitated Has unusual behavior Loses consciousness (even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously) SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY ATHLETE Headache or pressure in head Nausea or vomiting Balance problems or dizziness Double or blurry vision Sensitivity to light Sensitivity to noise Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy or groggy Concentration or memory problems Confusion Just not feeling right or feeling down WHY SHOULD I BE CONCERNED ABOUT CONCUSSIONS? Most athletes with a concussion will recover quickly and fully. But for some athletes, signs and symptoms of concussion can last for days, weeks or longer. If an athlete has a concussion, his or her brain needs time to heal. A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain recovers from the first usually within a short time period (hours, days, weeks) can slow recovery or increase the chances for long-term problems. In rare cases, repeat concussion can result in brain swelling or permanent brain damage. It can even be fatal. HOW CAN I HELP ATHLETES TO RETURN TO PLAY GRADUALLY? An athlete should return to sports practices under the supervision of an appropriate health care professional. When available, be sure to work closely with your team s certified athletic trainer.

51 Below are five gradual steps you and the health care professional should follow to help safely return an athlete to play. Remember, this is a gradual process. These steps should not be completed in one day, but instead over days, weeks or months. BASELINE: Athletes should not have any concussion symptoms. Athletes should only progress to the next step if they do not have any symptoms at the current step. STEP 1: Begin with light aerobic exercise only to increase an athlete s heart rate. This means about five to 10 minutes on an exercise bike, walking or light jogging. No weightlifting at this point. STEP 2: Continue with activities to increase an athlete s heart rate with body or head movement. This includes moderate jogging, brief running, moderate-intensity stationary biking, moderate-intensity weightlifting (reduced time and/or reduced weight from your typical routine). STEP 3: Add heavy non-contact physical activity such as sprinting/running, high-intensity stationary biking, regular weightlifting routine and/or non-contact sport-specific drills (in three planes of movement). STEP 4: Athlete may return to practice and full contact (if appropriate for the sport) in controlled practice. should stop these activities and the athlete s health care provider should be contacted. After more rest and no concussion symptoms, the athlete should begin at the previous step. PREVENTION AND PREPARATION Insist that safety comes first. To help minimize the risks for concussion or other serious brain injuries: Ensure athletes follow the rules for safety and the rules of the sport. Encourage them to practice good sportsmanship at all times. Wearing a helmet is a must to reduce the risk of severe brain injury and skull fracture. However, helmets are not designed to prevent concussion. There is no concussion-proof helmet. So even with a helmet, it is important for kids and teens to avoid hits to the head. Check with your league, school or district about concussion policies. Concussion policy statements can be developed to include: The school or league s commitment to safety A brief description of concussion Information on when athletes can safely return to school and play. Parents and athletes should sign the Parent Information and Signature Form at the beginning of the season. STEP 5: Athlete may return to competition. If an athlete s symptoms come back or she or he gets new symptoms when becoming more active at any step, this is a sign that the athlete is pushing himself or herself too hard. The athlete ACTION PLAN WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN A CONCUSSION IS SUSPECTED?

52 No matter whether the athlete is a key member of the team or the game is about to end, an athlete with a suspected concussion should be immediately removed from play. To help you know how to respond, follow the Heads Up four-step action plan: 1. REMOVE THE ATHLETE FROM PLAY. Look for signs and symptoms of a concussion if your athlete has experienced a bump or blow to the head or body. When in doubt, sit them out! 2. ENSURE THE AHTLETE IS EVALUATED BY AN APPROPRIATE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL. Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. Health care professionals have a number of methods they can use to assess the severity of concussions. As a coach, recording the following information can help health care professionals in assessing the athlete after the injury: Cause of the injury and force of the hit or blow to the head or body Any loss of consciousness (passed out/knocked out) and if so, for how long Any memory loss immediately following the injury Any seizures immediately following the injury Number of previous concussions (if any) 3. INFORM THE ATHLETE S PARENTS OR GUARDIANS. Let them know about the possible concussion and give them the Heads Up fact sheet for parents. This fact sheet can help parents monitor the athlete for signs or symptoms that appear or get worse once the athlete is at home or returns to school. 4. KEEP THE ATHLETE OUT OF PLAY. An athlete should be removed from play the day of the injury and until an appropriate health care provider* says he or she is symptom-free and it s OK to return to play. After you remove an athlete with a suspected concussion from practice or play, the decision about return to practice or play is a medical decision. * Health care provider means a Tennessee licensed medical doctor, osteopathic physician or a clinical neuropsychologist with concussion training. REFERENCES 1. Lovell MR, Collins MW, Iverson GL, Johnston KM, Bradley JP. Grade 1 or ding concussions in high school athletes. The American Journal of Sports Medicine 2004; 32(1): Institute of Medicine (US). Is soccer bad for children s heads? Summary of the 10M Workshop on Neuropsychological Consequences of Head Impact in Youth Soccer. Washington (DC): National Academies Press, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sports-related recurrent brain injuries-united States. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report 1997; 46(10): Available at: htm If you think your athlete has a concussion take him/her out of play and seek the advice of a health care professional experienced in evaluating for concussion. For more information, visit

53 CONCUSSION INFORMATION AND SIGNATURE FORM FOR COACHES Public Chapter 148, effective January 1, 2014, requires that school and community organizations sponsoring youth athletic activities establish guidelines to inform and educate coaches, youth athletes and other adults involved in youth athletics about the nature, risk and symptoms of concussion and head injury. (Adapted from CDC Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports ) Sign and return this page. I have read the Concussion Information and Signature Form for Coaches Initial I should not allow any student-athlete exhibiting signs and symptoms consistent with concussion to Initial return to play or practice on the same day. After reading the Information Sheet, I am aware of the following information: A concussion is a brain injury. Initial I realize I cannot see a concussion, but I might notice some of the signs in a student-athlete right Initial away. Other signs/symptoms can show up hours or days after the injury. If I suspect a student-athlete has a concussion, I am responsible for removing him/her from activity Initial and referring him/her to a medical professional trained in concussion management. Student-athletes need written clearance from a health care provider* to return to play or practice Initial after a concussion. * (Tennessee licensed medical doctor, osteopathic physician or a clinical neuropsychologist with concussion training) I will not allow any student-athlete to return to play or practice if I suspect that he/she has received Initial a blow to the head or body that resulted in signs or symptoms consistent with concussion. Following concussion the brain needs time to heal. I understand that student-athletes are much Initial more likely to sustain another concussion or more serious brain injury if they return to play or practice before symptoms resolve. In rare cases, repeat concussion can cause serious and long-lasting problems. Initial I have read the signs/symptoms listed on the Concussion Information and Signature Form for Initial Coaches. Signature of Coach Date Printed name of Coach

54 Sudden Cardiac Arrest Education and Information What is sudden cardiac arrest? Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is when the heart stops beating, suddenly and unexpectedly. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. SCA is NOT a heart attack. A heart attack may cause SCA, but they are not the same. A heart attack is caused by a blockage that stops the flow of blood to the heart. SCA is a malfunction in the heart s electrical system, causing the heart to suddenly stop beating. If not treated within minutes, SCA results in death. The normal rhythm of the heart can only be restored with defibrillation, an electrical shock that is safely delivered to the chest by an automated external defibrillator (AED). How common is sudden cardiac arrest? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that every year there are about 300,000 cardiac arrests outside hospitals. About 2,000 patients under 25 die of SCA each year. Are there warning signs? Although SCA happens unexpectedly, some people may have signs or symptoms, such as: dizziness; lightheadedness; shortness of breath; difficulty breathing; racing or fluttering heartbeat (palpitations); syncope (fainting); fatigue (extreme tiredness); weakness; nausea; vomiting; and chest pains. These symptoms can be unclear and confusing in athletes. Often, people confuse these warning signs with physical exhaustion. SCA can be prevented if the underlying causes can be diagnosed and treated. What are the risks of practicing or playing after experiencing these symptoms? There are risks associated with continuing to practice or play after experiencing these symptoms. When the heart stops, so does the blood that flows to the brain and other vital organs. Death or permanent brain damage can occur in just a few minutes. Most people who have SCA die from it. Symptoms are the body s way of indicating that something might be wrong. Athletes who experience one or more symptoms should get checked out. Adapted from PA Department of Health: Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs Information Sheet 7/2012 What is the best way to treat Sudden Cardiac Arrest? Early Recognition of SCA Early access Early CPR Early Defibrillation

55 Early Advance Care Public Chapter 325 the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act The Act is intended to keep youth athletes safe while practicing or playing in an athletic activity. The Act requires: Require that, on a yearly basis, a sudden cardiac arrest information sheet be signed and returned by each coach and athletic director The immediate removal of any youth athlete who passes out or faints while participating in an athletic activity, or who exhibits any of the following symptoms: (i) Unexplained shortness of breath; (ii) Chest pains; (iii) Dizziness (iv) Racing heart rate; or (v) Extreme fatigue; and Establish as policy that a youth athlete who has been removed from play shall not return to the practice or competition during which the youth athlete experienced symptoms consistent with sudden cardiac arrest. Before returning to practice or play in an athletic activity, the athlete must be evaluated by a Tennessee licensed medical doctor or an osteopathic physician. Clearance to return to full or graduated practice or play must be in writing. I acknowledge that I have reviewed and understand the symptoms and warning signs of SCA. Signature Date

56 Athlete/Parent/Guardian Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs Information Sheet and Acknowledgement of Receipt and Review Form What is sudden cardiac arrest? Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is when the heart stops beating, suddenly and unexpectedly. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. SCA doesn t just happen to adults; it takes the lives of students, too. However, the causes of sudden cardiac arrest in students and adults can be different. A youth athlete s SCA will likely result from an inherited condition, while an adult s SCA may be caused by either inherited or lifestyle issues. SCA is NOT a heart attack. A heart attack may cause SCA, but they are not the same. A heart attack is caused by a blockage that stops the flow of blood to the heart. SCA is a malfunction in the heart s electrical system, causing the heart to suddenly stop beating. How common is sudden cardiac arrest in the United States? SCA is the #1 cause of death for adults in this country. There are about 300,000 cardiac arrests outside hospitals each year. About 2,000 patients under 25 die of SCA each year. It is the #1 cause of death for student athletes. Are there warning signs? Although SCA happens unexpectedly, some people may have signs or symptoms, such as: fainting or seizures during exercise; unexplained shortness of breath; dizziness; extreme fatigue; chest pains; or racing heart. These symptoms can be unclear in athletes, since people often confuse these warning signs with physical exhaustion. SCA can be prevented if the underlying causes can be diagnosed and treated. What are the risks of practicing or playing after experiencing these symptoms? There are risks associated with continuing to practice or play after experiencing these symptoms. When the heart stops, so does the blood that flows to the brain and other vital organs. Death or permanent brain damage can occur in just a few minutes. Most people who experience SCA die from it. Public Chapter 325 the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act The act is intended to keep youth athletes safe while practicing or playing. The requirements of the act are: All youth athletes and their parents or guardians must read and sign this form. It must be returned to the school before participation in any athletic activity. A new form must be signed and returned each school year. Adapted from PA Department of Health: Sudden Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and Warning Signs Information Sheet and Acknowledgement of Receipt and Review Form. 7/2013

57 The immediate removal of any youth athlete who passes out or faints while participating in an athletic activity, or who exhibits any of the following symptoms: (i) Unexplained shortness of breath; (ii) Chest pains; (iii) Dizziness (iv) Racing heart rate; or (v) Extreme fatigue; and Establish as policy that a youth athlete who has been removed from play shall not return to the practice or competition during which the youth athlete experienced symptoms consistent with sudden cardiac arrest Before returning to practice or play in an athletic activity, the athlete must be evaluated by a Tennessee licensed medical doctor or an osteopathic physician. Clearance to full or graduated return to practice or play must be in writing. I have reviewed and understand the symptoms and warning signs of SCA. Signature of Student-Athlete Signature of Parent/Guardian Print Student-Athlete s Name Date Print Parent/Guardian s Name Date

58 2019 WNSL Basketball Rules Please print the appropriate Sections for WNSL Special Rules and Other Items of Importance for your Grade & Division of Play Grade Division of Play Sections to Print Pre-Kindergarten All Sections 2 and 3 Kindergarten All Sections 2 and 3 Grade 1 Silver & Bronze Gold Sections 2 and 4 Sections 2 and 5 Grade 2 All Sections 2 and 5 Grade 3 All Sections 2 and 6 Grade 4 All Sections 2 and 7 Grade 5 All Sections 2 and 8 Grade 6 All Sections 2 and 8 Grade 7 All Sections 2 and 9 Grade 8 All Sections 2 and 9 Grade 9 All Sections 2 and 9