Newman Smith Lady Trojan Guidelines

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1 Newman Smith Lady Trojan Guidelines The coaching staff is pleased that you have chosen to try out for a spot in the Newman Smith Basketball Program. If you are successful, you must understand that along with the privilege of playing basketball come some responsibilities. Please read the following pages also have your parents read them as well. Sign the appropriate space, detach and return to the basketball office. If you have any questions, feel free to call. 1. Number of players: The following approximate numbers will make each team: Varsity-The top players from any grade JV- The next players from 11 th grade and younger Freshmen-15 players 9 th grade only 2. Equipment: Shorts and reversible jerseys are provided in season. Players will be provided lockers. Players must suit up every day in proper uniform. Uniforms should NEVER be taken home. If any Newman Smith gear that is issued is lost or damaged there will be $10 charged for each piece of clothing that is missing. 3. Before/After School Practice: Formal workouts for all teams will begin on October 19 4:30 pm. Practice will be approximately two hours in length and will be held every day except Sunday. Practices are mandatory. Times will be posted in advance. 4. Holidays: The basketball season falls during two major holiday periods, players must understand that their attendance during these periods is mandatory. The following dates will help you plan your holidays with your family. Thanksgiving: Flower Mound-Tues. Nov. 22 nd (9 th, JV, V) (12 pm/12 pm/1:30 pm) (9 th, JV, V) Nov. 23 th Practice 9 am-10:30 am (9 th, JV, V) No practice Thursday 24th & Friday 25 th (9 th, JV, V) Practice Saturday Nov. 26 th 6 pm-8 pm Winter Break: Game vs. Little Elm Dec. 20 th (9 th, JV, V) (11 pm/12:30 pm/2 pm) (9 th, JV, V) Dec. 21 st Practice 9am-10:30 am (9 th, JV, V) Off Dec. 22 nd Dec. 26 th Game vs. J.J. Pearce- Tuesday Dec. 27 th (9 th, JV, V) 12 pm/1:30 pm (9 th, JV, V) Practice Dec. 28 th -29 th 9 am-11 am Denton Braswell-Friday Dec. 30 th (9 th, JV, V) 12 pm/1:30 pm 5. Absences from Practice and Games: All players are expected to be present and on time for every practice and game, unless they are too ill to attend, have a family emergency, or are representing NSHS in another activity. Coaches must be contacted about any absences ahead of time. All absences are subject to make up conditioning at the coaches discretion. Make up will be done on the first available day; unexcused absences can also result in suspension and expulsion. Coach Samuels (972)

2 6. Grooming: Since Basketball players will represent Newman Smith, they are expected to be conservative and neat in their appearance. They must follow school district and athletic department guidelines. 7. Grades: Academic progress and class conduct will be checked weekly. Poor grades will result in extra conditioning each week, and attend tutorials until the grades improve. Failure in class will result in the player being ineligible. Continual ineligible players may be dropped from the program. Coaches will communicate with players, parents, and teachers to help student remain eligible. 8. Class Behavior: Inappropriate classroom behavior will not be tolerated. Players may be warned punished or dismissed from the team for continued problems in this area. 9. Tutorials: Basketball players are required to attend tutorials each day after school unless they are in a good standing in all classes. If for some reason a player must miss a portion or an entire workout/practice because they have tutorials they will be required to make up all work that was missed for basketball. 10. Game and practice equipment: Each player will be issued full game and practice uniform and combination lock. If lost or stolen, the player will be required to pay for the replacement. Please use your lock. 11. Cleaning your uniforms: Newman Smith coaching staff will handle all cleaning of uniforms. 12. Wearing equipment: Players will wear their game and practice equipment during games and practices (only). 13. Game behavior: Players are expected to control their emotions at all times during games. Players are not allowed to speak to referees unless they are designated as captain. Complaining about calls, inappropriate talk to opposing players or people in the stands is not permitted. Technical fouls will not be tolerated. 14. Riding the Bus: All players are required to ride the bus with the team to and from all away games. 15. Injuries: Players and parents are asked to communicate with our professional athletic trainers when dealing with injuries. Please consult with the trainers before a player is taken to a doctor. Coach Pierce (972) Basketball Booster club: All parents are encouraged to join the Booster Club If at any time problems develop, please feel free to contact the coaches or trainers with questions or information that may be helpful to us. We are interested in each player s development as a person, a student, and a basketball player. Being a part of the basketball program at Newman Smith is a commitment, not only for the student-athlete, but for his family as well sacrifices must be made, but the rewards will outweigh the obligations. Lady Trojan Basketball Jillian Samuels Katherine Cherry Samantha McCullough Head Coach JV Coach Freshmen Coach samuelsj@cfbisd.edu cherryk@cfbisd.edu mcculloughs@cfbisd.edu

3 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR THE PARENTS OF INTERSCHOLASTIC STUDENT-ATHLETES The University Interscholastic League and C-FBISD believe that interscholastic athletic completion should demonstrate high standards of ethics, sportsmanship, promote good character, and other important life skills. We also believe that the highest potential of sports is achieved when participants are committed to pursuing victory with honor. Together coaches and parents can help the student-athlete excel in the following life lessons: 1. Trustworthiness 2. Respect 3. Responsibility 4. Fairness 5. Caring Together we can help the student-athlete see how important the above life lessons are as we become role models for each athlete. We encourage the parents to support the program, cheer for every participant and treat officials with respect. As each adult sets an example for our student-athletes to follow, it further embraces the idea of good sportsmanship. Below are some behavioral expectations for which UIL and C- FBISD would like our spectators to follow: 1. Cheer for your team and enjoy the competition. 2. Do not ridicule or intimidate the opposing team or fans. 3. Praise student-athletes for improving their skills no matter the outcome of the game. 4. Study the game to better understand the mechanics of the sport being played. 5. Show respect for everyone involved in the game; players, coaches, officials, fans. 6. Show appreciation by recognizing a great play by either team. 7. Refrain from the use of any controlled substances (alcohol, drugs, etc.) before, during or after the game on or near the school event. 8. Sit back, relax and have fun at the game, it may ease your child s nerves while playing a tough game. U.I.L allows the officials to ask my school administrator or coach to remove a spectator who is displaying undesirable behavior before, during or after an athletic contest. Please keep in mind that the school is responsible for the behavior of their spectators the school district can and will be punished by the U.I.L for the actions of patrons in violation of any standard or rule. Please keep the environment positive and fun for those who participate in and attend the athletic contest. ******************************Sign and Return Below Portion**************************** I/We have read the Parent Code of Conduct and will abide by the standards and rules set forth by the U.I.L. and C-FBISD. I/We understand that attending an athletic contest is a privilege and my unsportsmanlike behavior can result in losing this privilege. Parent Signature Parent Signature Athlete s Name & Sport

4 Lady Trojan Basketball Parent Expectations Be supportive of your daughter and our total program which involves commitment, rules, discipline, and team play. Be positive with your son and coaches. Help with volunteer work: concessions, locker room decorations, banquet, and other duties. It takes everyone to make us successful! Join TASC Club. Attend as many games as possible. Coaches are not to be approached after games for criticism. Coaches will not discuss other players besides your own. Read and understand UIL rules for parents and Booster Clubs. Try to schedule doctor appointments around athletic class and practices. Athletes should attend class and practices as much as possible. Contact via should include: questions, notifications regarding absences, and positive remarks. All other concerns will require a phone call to coaches, please. If you have a major concern or issue, please allow at least 24- hours to pass before contacting a member of the coaching staff. We will be glad to speak with you after at least 24 hours have passed. We appreciate all you do!!! Players Name Parent Signature

5 Parent Meeting Format Guidelines Communication Coaches Expect from the Parent Concerns expressed directly to the coach Notification of any schedule conflicts in advance Notification of injury of illness in timely manner-coaches should be notified the day the athlete is out. Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with Coaches Coaches interaction with your daughter Ways to help your daughter improve athletic skills Concerns about your daughter interaction with others Topics Left to the Coaches Discretion Playing time Play calling Team strategy Other student-athletes Parent-Coach Meeting Procedure Call the school and ask for the Coach s extension Ext Request a meeting Do not confront a coach before or after a practice or a game. Meetings of this nature usually do not promote positive resolutions. Grievance Policy Athlete needs to approach and discuss issue with respective coach or teammate whom they have an issue with. Athlete and respective coach or teammate will meet with Head Coach. Athlete and parent/guardian will meet with respective coach, the Head Coach, and the athletic coordinator. Athlete and parent/guardian will meet with respective coach, the Head Coach, Athletic Coordinator, and Athletic Director.

6 Commitment is that turning point in your life when you seize the moment and convert it into an opportunity to alter your destiny.- Denis Waitley On Court Practice Rules 1. Be punctual and prompt to all team events. On time is 15-5 minutes early to every event 2. Communicate with your coach if there are specific or potential barriers, obstacles, distractions, previous commitment given to attend another event, or any other type of interference with your commitment to basketball as soon as possible 3. No arguing with coaches on court. If there is a concern, issue, or perceived problem that you (the player) want to discuss with the coach, the coach will give you a time within hours that your concern can be heard and addressed as determined by coach. 4. No cursing or foul language on or off the court. Be respectful of others around you that may be easily offended 5. Respect your teammates, all teachers and administrative staff, and all coaches from all sports, at all time. 6. Fingernails, including artificial nails, must be kept at an appropriate length(short, near the end of the fingers) to minimize risk for the participants. That means the nails are not visible beyond the end of the fingers when viewed from the palm side of the hands. 7. Any and All gear administered to a student athlete that specific student athlete is responsible for ensuring it is operational when needed for practice / game participation. The only apparel allowed for practice is school issued apparel 8. No leaning during practice. This includes the wall or bending over on your knees. Learn how to properly breathe while exerting positive energy in practice 9. All basketballs need to be racked and put away if not in use. 10. The team has 2 timeouts worth 1 minute for the year. (TBD by coaching staff) 11. No jewelry is to be worn at any time during any athletic workout or game. 12. All eyes are on the coaching staff when they are speaking. Due to limited practice time your attention to all directions are vital to our success. 13. No cell phones during practice or any athletic function unless authorized by a coach or administrator. Remember at all times you represent Newman Smith and should conduct yourself as Lady Trojans.

7 Academic Guidelines 1. Be punctual and prompt for all committed classes. 2. All re-testing of assignments must be completed at its appointed time. If re-test takes places during our athletic time notify your coach immediately. 3. Appropriate clothing when attending school daily according to school policy should be adhered to everyday 4. There should be no display of disrespectful or combative behavior at any time when interacting with any academic teacher(s), school staff, or principals. If you incur an infraction of the above mentioned rules please notify your coach and parent(s) as soon as possible. 5. No cellphones should be in use during the class period unless instructed by your teacher. 6. Be prepared every day in class with all necessary supplies. 7. Participate and be present in class. Don t just occupy a seat. 8. Be organized and plan ahead. 9. All FRESHMAN are required to complete 6 hours of study hall time every 2 weeks until 1 st 9 week grade reports are submitted. 10. Tutoring logs are to be submitted to your coach every Friday before 8 am and picked up Saturday during open gym/practice. 11. Study hall hours are based off GPA: * NO Study Hall * hrs Study Hall bi-weekly * hrs Study Hall bi-weekly * 2.2 & Lower 6 hrs Study Hall bi-weekly Remember at all times you represent Newman Smith and should conduct yourself as Lady Trojans. Student Name Student Signature Parent Signature

8 NEWMAN SMITH CODE OF BEHAVIOR Being a member of a Newman Smith High School athletic team can be one of the most rewarding experiences a young man/woman can have. The great feeling of honor, pride and personal satisfaction that comes with being a member of a great team has no equal! Not just anyone can be an athlete. It takes something extra. It requires great personal sacrifice, hard work, burning desire, physical and mental courage, and a blind devotion to a common cause. As a member of our squads, you have accepted a great responsibility. You are representing many great sports and the best that Newman Smith has to offer. This responsibility cannot be taken lightly. The following items are the ones, which we will be judged on as a squad, by the public, administrative officials, fellow students, and most important, by ourselves: 1. Academic Attitudes-No Pass, No Play 8. Theft 2. Drugs, Tobacco, & Alcohol 9. Choice of Language 3. Sense of Responsibility-Self Discipline 10. Squad Unity 4. Rest Habits 11. Diet 5. Injury Rehabilitation 12. Personal Appearance 6. Religious Attitudes-Respect All Forms 13. Citizenship 7. Winning Attitude- Above the Line 14. Civil Conduct Your reaction and adherence to this code of behavior will indicate just what your attitude is toward athletics. If you find it impossible to live within this code, the Athletic Coordinator and/or Head Coach of your sport will reserve the right to dismiss you from the squad for the general welfare of everyone concerned. This code of behavior is result of a joint effort of members of the Neman Smith High School coaching staff. The sole purpose is to create an atmosphere of pride, honor, and a winning spirit. ATHLETICS IS A PRIVILEGE-NOT A RIGHT I hereby agree to the guidelines for Extracurricular Activities as set by the Carrollton- Farmers Branch I.S.D and the Code of Behavior set by Newman Smith High School. Student Signature Parent Signature