ALBERTA SCHOOLS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION 3A BOYS PROVINCIAL BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION PACKAGE WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL

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1 ALBERTA SCHOOLS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION 3A BOYS PROVINCIAL BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION PACKAGE WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL MARCH LETHBRIDGE CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION BULLETIN 1

2 March 13 th, 2014 Alberta Schools Athletic Association 3A Boys Basketball Provincial Championships Date: March 20 th - 22 nd, 2014 Host: Winston Churchill High School Lethbridge, Alberta Sites: Winston Churchill High School Wilson Middle School Lethbridge, Alberta 1. ORGANIZING COMMITTEE Winston Churchill High School th Avenue, North Lethbridge, AlbertaT1H 1W (phone) (fax) Position Name Telephone Chair: Toby Boulet toby.boulet@lethsd.ab.ca ASAA Commissioner Ryan Reed ryan.reed@eips.ca Grievance Chair: Neil Langevin neil.langevin@lethsd.ab.ca Sportsmanship Chair: Darran Lorne darran.lorne@lethsd.ab.ca Facility Chair: Jonathan Dick (WCHS) jonathan.dick@lethsd.ab.ca Darran Lorne (WMS) darran.lorne@lethsd.ab.ca Financial Chair: JJ Ondrus jj.ondrus@lethsd.ab.ca Registration Chair: Shannon Court shannon.court@lethsd.ab.ca Volunteer Chair: Jonathan Dick jonathan.dick@lethsd.ab.ca Media/Website/Video: Nevin Morrison nevin.morrison@lethsd.ab.ca Banquet Chair: Craig Oman craig.oman@lethsd.ab.ca Hospitality Chair: Omar Kadir omar.kadir@lethsd.ab.ca Melissa Hooper melissa.hooper@lethsd.ab.ca 2

3 2. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Wednesday, March 19 th, 2014 GIMMICS WILL BE ON SITE DURING ALL PRACTICE TIMES AT WCHS ONLY Team practices 4:00 PM 10:00PM Winston Churchill High School 4:00 PM 10:00PM Wilson Middle School See schedule and draws for more info on practice rounds. Thursday, March 20 th, 2014 Team Registration 8:00AM 8:30AM Winston Churchill High School (Conference Room) Mandatory Coaches Meeting 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Winston Churchill High School (Conference Room) Championship Brunch 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM Winston Churchill High School (Gymnasium) GIMMICS WILL BE ON SITE FROM 10:00AM to 9:00PM WCHS ONLY Championship Team Photos 12:30PM to 2:30PM Winston Churchill High School (Gymnasium) Championship Games 5:00PM to 9:00PM Winston Churchill High School Wilson Middle School (Gymnasium) Friday, March 21 st, 2014 Championship Games 10:00AM to 10:00PM Winston Churchill High School Wilson Middle School (Gymnasium) Saturday, March 22 nd, 2014 ALL AWARD PRESENTATIONS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW GAMES ON SATURDAY Championship Games 10:00AM to 8:00PM Winston Churchill High School (Gymnasium) Bronze Medal Game 4:00PM to 6:00PM Winston Churchill High School (Gymnasium) Gold Medal Game 6:00PM to 8:00PM Winston Churchill High School (Gymnasium) 3

4 3. EVENT INFORMATION and ONLINE REGISTRATION ASAA 3A Basketball host website: Registration: Registration will occur online at the ASAA 3A Basketball host website. Click on the registration link and follow the instructions for each page. The online forms include a Team Roster, Team Picture and Team History. The team picture that you submit must be at least 640 pixels wide and no more than 500kb. The registration deadline for teams is Monday, March 17 at 2:00PM Fees: Entry Fee $ per team Banquet Fee $20.00 per person Cheques payable to Winston Churchill High School 4. ADMISSION Team (player and team staff) accreditation will be provided to teams at registration on Thursday, March 20 th at the Coach`s meeting. Only those with accreditation will be admitted without charge. THERE ARE NO TOURNAMENT PASSES OR A FAMILY RATE FOR THE ASAA 3A BOYS PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENT. ASAA BASKETBALL PASSES TO OTHER TOURNAMENTS IN THE LETHBRIDGE AREA DO NOT PROVIDE PAID ENTRANCE INTO THE 3A BOYS PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENT. March 20 th Adults $5.00 Seniors $3.00 Students $2.00 Students must show a valid student ID of their HOME SCHOOL Children under 12 FREE March 21 st Adults $10.00 Seniors $5.00 Students $5.00 Students must show a valid student ID of their HOME SCHOOL Children under 12 FREE March 22 nd Adults $10.00 Seniors $5.00 Students $5.00 Students must show a valid student ID of their HOME SCHOOL Children under 12 FREE 5. GAME RESULTS ASAA 3A Basketball host website: TWITTER #3ABoysLethbridge All results will be posted on the Tournament Bulletin Boards immediately outside of each competition gym 4

5 6. COMPETITION SCHEDULE A POOL 1st Seed Game #6 8th Seed 10:00am LG13 Game #2 WCHS Game #18 5:00pm Friday 4:00pm WMS Game #13 WCHS 3rd/4th Thurs 6:00pm Saturday 9th Seed WCHS LG14 4th Seed Friday Game #5 5th Seed 10:00am Game #1 WMS 5:00pm Friday WCHS Game #19 Thurs 6:00pm 12th Seed WCHS 1st/2nd 2nd Seed Saturday Game #8 7th Seed 12:00pm Game #4 WCHS 7:00pm Friday WMS Game #14 Thurs 8:00pm 10th Seed WCHS B POOL 3rd Seed Friday Game #7 LG5 6th Seed 12:00pm Game #11 Game #3 WMS WCHS 7:00pm Friday 4:00pm WCHS Friday Thurs LG6 Game #16 11th Seed 12:00pm WCHS C POOL LG7 Saturday LG1 Game #12 Game #9 WMS WCHS 6:00pm 2:00pm Friday Friday LG8 Game #15 LG2 Game #17 10:00am 2:00pm WCHS WCHS Saturday LG3 Saturday Game #10 WMS 2:00pm Friday LG4 Consolation 5

6 7. PRACTICE ROUNDS Practice: Practice times will be assigned based on your teams seed. Practices will be held on Wednesday, March 19th Practices will take place at WCHS - Winston Churchill High School and WMS - Wilson Middle School. Practice Basketballs: DO NOT BRING any basketballs for practice. All basketballs are ASAA approved basketballs and are purchased for the tournament. There will be six basketballs supplied for each practice and pre-game warm-up. Winston Churchill High School (WCHS) th Ave., North Lethbridge Wilson Middle School (WMS) th Ave., North Lethbridge Time Location Team (Seed) 4:00PM WCHS 1 st 5:00PM WCHS 2 nd 6:00PM WCHS 3 rd 7:00PM WCHS 4 th 8:00PM WCHS 5 th 9:00PM WCHS 6 th Time Location Team (Seed) 4:00PM WMS 7 th 5:00PM WMS 8 th 6:00PM WMS 9 th 7:00PM WMS 10 th 8:00PM WMS 11 th 9:00PM WMS 12 th 8. PRE-COMPETITION COACH MEETING Coach s Meeting: The Pre-Tournament Coach Meeting is mandatory. Please refer to the ASAA Handbook page 64 for more information Date: Thursday, March 20 th, 2014 Site: Winston Churchill High School (Conference Room) Schedule: 8:30AM to 9:30AM Chairs: Toby Boulet/Jaylene Lyons Agenda: Set by Host Committee Cell phone number registration for ALL coaches emergency purposes Participants: Host Chair, All Coaches, ASAA Representative 6

7 9. ASAA 3A BOYS BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP BRUNCH Attendance at the Championship Brunch is compulsory for all participants and accompanying coaches/supervisors. Each school/zone is to complete the Banquet Registration Form online at the host website (part of the registration link) by 2:00PM on March 17 th, indicating the number of banquet tickets needed. Date: Thursday, March 20 th, 2014 Arrival for seating: 10:45AM Time: 11:00 AM 12:30 PM Site: Winston Churchill High School Gymnasium Dress: The Championship Brunch is a semi-formal event, so please have your team dress appropriately. A shirt and tie always look great on a young man! Cost: $20.00 per participant, coach and/or guest Program: Teams enter and sit at assigned tables Welcome address by Emcee Toby Boulet Introduction of head table Toby Boulet Welcome Address by ASAA Boys Basketball Chair Ryan Reed Introduction of schools and teams Jared Heidinger nad Mike Hansen O Canada WCHS choir student Neil Langevin Grace Jared Heidinger Athlete s Pledge WCHS Bulldog Captains Joel Van Pelt and Mike Pierzchala Introduction of Guest Speaker Mal Clewes Perry Mirkovich is a Churchill Hall of Fame member who played his High School basketball as a Bulldog from Perry went on to play five years for the U of L Pronghorns from and was named to the Canada West all-star team in his last three seasons, which included conference-scoring titles in and In his final season, Perry was named to the All-Canadian team and U of L Male Athlete of the Year. Mirkovich was a member of the 1980 Canadian National Team and although Canada boycotted the 1980 Moscow Olympics, Perry is officially recognized as a Canadian Olympian. That same summer, the Portland Trailblazers selected Perry in the sixthround of the NBA draft. Guest Speaker Perry Mirkovich Closing Remarks Tim Rollingson Final Instructions Toby Boulet 10. GIMMICS CHAMPIONSHIP APPAREL Each team will also have an opportunity to order provincial merchandise from Gimmics at the following times and locations: Wednesday, March 19 th from 3:00PM to 9:00PM at the WCHS cafeteria Thursday, March 20 th from 10:00AM to 9:00PM at the WCHS cafeteria Interac and an ATM is on site at WCHS 7

8 11. GAME INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES Uniforms: The home team will be the one who is the highest seed. The home team will wear light jerseys. Home and visiting benches will be designated. Teams will warm up at the basket opposite to their bench. Please note that as the host team, WCHS Bulldogs will always be home, regardless of where they are in the draw. Change Rooms: Change rooms will be clearly labelled at both WCHS and WMS Practice and Pre-Game Warm-Up Basketballs: DO NOT BRING any basketballs for practice or pre-game warm-up. All basketballs are ASAA approved basketballs and are purchased for the tournament. There will be six basketballs supplied for each practice and pre-game warm-up. Recycle and Garbage containers: Recycle and Garbage containers will be located behind each bench for your team to utilize. Please keep these areas clean and place recyclables in the containers provided. Game Time Procedure: 1. In order to ensure that there is enough time for a proper warm-up and to accommodate any half-time entertainment; games are set at two hour intervals. 2. While your team is waiting for their game please ask them not to bounce basketballs in the gym or hallways while the game is in progress. 3. The floor will be swept prior to the games and/or at half-time. Please keep players off the court while the floor is being swept. 4. Prior to the start of each game, teams are asked to shake hands in a show of good sportsmanship. At this point teams are given the opportunity to exchange gifts (pins, etc.). 5. Please ensure that you hand in a correct lineup, with the 5 starters indicated, to the scorer s table 15 minutes before the game starts. 6. Teams will have 10 minutes to warm-up for each game. 7. When a game is being announced starting players will be introduced from each team and take the floor. The starters from the visiting team will be introduced first and the home team second. 8. The break at half-time will be ten minutes. Five minutes will be used for any half-time entertainment with the remaining five minutes available for team warm-up. 9. Warm-up music will be provided for all games by the tournament host. Site Manager: Each venue will have a site manager who will oversee the entire game and spectator area. If you have any questions, concerns or problems see the site manager. They will be identifiable by their volunteer t- shirts along with other provincial volunteers and committee members. Site Manager at WCHS: Jonathan Dick Site Manager at WMS: Toby Boulet 8

9 12. AWARD PRESENTATIONS Awards Ceremony Games: Consolation Games Saturday 12:00PM at WCHS Bronze Medal Game Saturday 4:00 PM at WCHS Gold Medal Game Saturday 6:00PM at WCHS Awards ceremonies will occur immediately following each of the games above. Teams are asked to line up on the free throw line extended in front of their bench. Awards to be presented: Consolation Plaque 4 th Place Plaque 3 rd Place Plaque 18 Bronze Medallions 2 nd Place Plaque 18 Silver Medallions 1 st Place Plaque Keeper Plaque 18 Gold Medallions ASAA Championship T-shirts Game Ball and Game Net ASAA Provincial Banner 13. PHOTOGRAPHS The ASAA requires team photographs for the yearbook. These will all be taken AFTER the Championship Brunch on Thursday, March 20 th from 12:30PM to 2:30PM. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS SCHEDULE. In addition, there will be a photographer on site daily taking action shots to place on the website and the ASAA yearbook. PHOTOGRAPHS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE. Teams that play on March 20 th will have their team photos taken first IN THE ORDER that they play games. This allows for teams to return to their hotels to rest and prepare for the 5:00PM and 7:00PM games that evening. 5 th Seed 12:30PM 6 th Seed 7 th Seed 12:45PM 8 th Seed 9 th Seed 1:00PM 10 th Seed 11 th Seed 1:15PM 12 th Seed 1 st Seed 1:30PM 2 nd Seed 3 rd Seed 1:45PM 4 th Seed A copy of the team photograph will be ed to the head coach after the championship. Feel free to reproduce as many as you would like for your team and parents. 9

10 14. HOSPITALITY ROOM AND CONCESSION Concession: There will be a full cafeteria available at WCHS in the school cafeteria. Operating times: Thursday 7:00AM 9:00PM Friday 7:00AM 9:00PM Saturday 7:30AM 7:00PM There will be NO CONCESSION at WMS with the exception of school vending machines in the main lobby. Hospitality Room: Complementary food and beverage will be available at both WCHS and WMS for Officials, Coaches, and Trainers. 15. GRIEVANCE / DISCIPLINE/SPORTSMANSHIP COMMITTEE There are two key functions of the Grievance/Discipline Committee at ASAA provincials. The first function is to deal with matters that occur during competition, typically discipline/conduct issues, and appeals that may arise from ejections. The second function is to handle any other matters that arise that require dispute resolution. Any three members will form the committee with either Neil Langevin OR Gary Fredrickson as the Chair. Members: Neil Langevin (Chair) Omar Kadir (2 nd Chair) Head Official (TBD) Ryan Reed (ASAA Boys Basketball Commissioner) John Paton (ASAA Executive Director) 16. OFFICALS and MINOR OFFICALS Officials: Tournament officials are supplied through the ALBERTA BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION. The tournament assignor will be present at the coaches meeting to review any specific areas of attention for game conduct. Please remember that many of the game officials will be members of the ATA and the ATA Code of Conduct must be respected at all times. Minor Officials: There will be qualified/teacher scorekeepers, timers and other minor official for each game. Each scorekeeping table will be supervised by facility managers. If you have a concern with the timing, score or foul situations please address it through the Officials and/or Facility Managers. Do not direct comments to the minor officials. Please remember that ALL minor officials will be members of the ATA and the ATA Code of Conduct must be respected at all times. 10

11 17. ASAA 3A BOYS BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT RULES 17.1 It is incumbent upon all coaches and participants to be aware of ASAA policy. Specifically for this event, player eligibility (pp 37-49), supervision policy (p 49) and basketball policy (pp 79-89). All participants are reminded that they are guests at the two host schools and as such shall at all times be respectful of the opportunity to play in an ASAA Provincial Basketball Championship. There is an expectation that all participants will be and courteous to all host school staff, tournament officials and the many volunteers Discipline and Misconduct Breaches of the ASAA Code of Ethics are treated seriously, and as host, [we] are required to report any breaches to the ASAA office where action may occur. A portion of the ASAA Code of Ethics states Any conduct, including, but not limited to ejections, fighting and drugs and alcohol use, that results in dishonour to the athlete, the team, the school or the ASAA will not be tolerated (pp 29). Any unsportsmanlike or violent behaviour (e.g. fighting) that results in an ejection of an athlete or coach from play in an ASAA provincial championship competition shall result in a suspension from the next scheduled match of the current season, where match is understood to mean game, match, round, bout, etc. as appropriate per sport Head Coach responsibility for team discipline The following is the ASAA statement on discipline: The head coach, as a representative of the school is responsible for the conduct of all persons comprising the school s team including assistant coaches, players and bench personnel. For a coach to address, or permit anyone on his/her bench to address uncomplimentary remarks to any official during the progress of a provincial championship, or to indulge in conduct that might incite players or spectators against the officials, is a violation of the rules of the game and must likewise be considered conduct unworthy of a coach. Behavior by any member of a team, including all bench personnel, deemed objectionable conduct as defined in the rule book shall be immediately subject to the penalty prescribed in the rule book for such an offense. Expectations of Player and Team Staff conduct Conduct themselves in a positive nature/manner during, before and after the game Offer positive feedback to opponents during the game Shake hands before and after the game Be courteous, polite and friendly Show good sportsmanship during the game Show concern, respect or empathy for an opponent 17.4 Discipline/Appeal Committee All ASAA provincial championship hosts will convene a discipline/appeal committee. The committee will have the authority to address issues of a serious nature that may occur before, during or after a provincial championship match, or to hear appeals of the automatic suspension resulting from an ejection. The committee membership is established in section 15 in this 3A Boys Basketball Provincial Tournament Information package. 11

12 17.5 Dress Code Appropriate and respectful clothing is required at all times during the ASAA 3A Boys Basketball Championship during both tournament play and in the practice areas. Coaches are responsible for making sure that their players comply with an appropriate and respectful dress code. Failure to comply will result in the player not being allowed to participate until suitable attire is worn. There will be no exceptions Conduct of Spectators Teams are responsible for their own spectators. Any spectators not acting accordingly will be asked to leave the facility. Air horns and other artificial noise makers will not be allowed. Spectators should show good sportsmanship and consistently give positive feedback to players, coaches and officials Artificial noisemakers Artificial noisemakers are not permitted during provincial championship tournaments/events. These noisemakers may include but are not limited to: air horns, cow bells, plastic tube horns, garbage can lids (ASAA policy handbook p. 27). The provincial championship host shall have the authority to eject from the competition facility individuals who, following a warning, refuse to comply with this requirement. 18. SPORTSMANSHIP Sportsmanship pins will be given in recognition of any sportsmanlike conduct displayed by anyone in attendance at the provincial events. If you would like to nominate someone for a pin please notify the facility manager or committee member. Team Sportsmanship will be evaluated throughout the tournament by coaches, officials and sportsmanship committee members. Winners of the boys sportsmanship award will receive both a plaque and banner following the tournament. Sportsmanship Committee Members: Toby Boulet Neil Langevin Darran Lorne 12

13 19. CHAMPIONSHIP HOTELS Rooms (non-smoking quad share) have been booked at for the tournament at the Championship Hotels The Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre and the Chinook Motel (which is part of the Ramada Inn but adjacent). It is strongly encouraged that Zone Secretaries book rooms in advance. Please limit your bookings to participants and not for parents/spectators. Identify yourself as a 3A Boys Basketball Provincials participant when booking. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE HOST TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF HOTEL ROOMS TO 8 PER TEAM IF OVERBOOKING OCCURS Hotel: Address: Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre 320 Scenic Drive Direct Phone: (403) Fax: (403) Website: Contact person: Amanda Asuchak: Sales Manager aasuchak@silverbirchhotels.com Room rates: Block booking is as follows: Wednesday, March 19 th : 55 rooms Thursday, March 20 th : 55 rooms Friday, March 21 st : 55 rooms The Lodge is the premier hotel in Lethbridge as it features a fantastic view of the Oldman River Valley along with a hot tub, indoor pool, two restaurants, room service, and fitness center. As well it s within walking distance of the following, McDonalds, Wendy s, Tim Hortons, Pier I Pizza, Arby s, the Park Place Mall, and Galaxy Cineplex. Each room includes up to four complimentary deluxe hot buffet breakfasts Room rates $ for a quad - Plus all Hotel tax and GST It is imperative individuals state they are with 3A Boys Basketball Provincials to receive this rate. Parking: No charge on site 13

14 Rooms (non-smoking quad share) have been booked at for the tournament at the Championship Hotels The Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Centre and the Chinook Motel (which is part of the Ramada Inn but adjacent). It is strongly encouraged that Zone Secretaries book rooms in advance. Please limit your bookings to participants and not for parents/spectators. Identify yourself as a 3A Boys Basketball Provincials participant when booking. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE HOST TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF HOTEL ROOMS TO 8 PER TEAM IF OVERBOOKING OCCURS Hotel: Address: Chinook Motel Lethbridge (Ramada Inn property but is adjacent) 1245 Mayor Magrath Drive, South Direct Phone: (403) Fax: (403) Contact person: Front Desk info@lethbridgeramada.com Room rates: Block booking is as follows: Wednesday, March 19 th : 5 rooms Thursday, March 20 th : 5 rooms Friday, March 21 st : 5 rooms Centrally located, this comfortably furnished Chinook Motel provides relaxing amenities of the adjacent Ramada Inn for tourists, travelers and business guests alike, including an indoor pool, wireless Internet, business centre, Namu Restaurant and exclusive meeting and banquet facilities. Fast becoming a hot-spot for sporting events the property s convenient setting makes it a prime pick for teams. As well it s within walking distance of many excellent restaurnats on Mayor MaGrath Drive South. Room rates $86.95 for a quad - Plus all Hotel tax and GST It is imperative individuals state they are with 3A Boys Basketball Provincials to receive this rate. Parking: No charge on site 14

15 18. FACILITY LOCATIONS Schools: Host Hotels: Winston Churchill High School (WCHS) th Ave., North Lethbridge Wilson Middle School (WMS) th Ave., North Lethbridge Lethbridge Lodge Hotel and Conference Center 320 Scenic Drive, South, Lethbridge Chinook Motel Lethbridge (Ramada Inn property is adjacent) 1245 Mayor Magrath Drive, South Lethbridge 15

16 APPENDIX A CITY OF LETHBRIDGE MAP Winston Churchill High School Wilson Middle School Lethbridge Lodge Hotel Chinook Motel 16

17 APPENDIX B EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN Please follow and respect the policies and procedures of this Emergency Action Plan (EAP) While Winston Churchill High School and Wilson Middle School does everything possible to prevent injuries and accidents at the school, there is still potential for serious accident and injury in any athletic event. If a serious injury occurs, time becomes critical. Subsequently, the implementation of this EAP must be adhered to while in attendance at Winston Churchill High School and Wilson Middle School events. Person in Charge: Administrator in Charge or Designate. WCHS Jonathan Dick or Toby Boulet. WMS Toby Boulet Assess injury status of a player (particularly head and/or spinal injuries). If an ambulance and paramedics are required the Person in Charge will notify the Call Person to call 911. This person will take control of an emergency situation until a medical authority arrives. Document the events of the accident and file a written report if necessary. Call Person: Call Person (Teacher supervisor or Teacher at score table) is responsible for making the 911 telephone call. Teacher supervisors and Teacher at score table are required to have a cell phone on their person while attending an athletic event while at Winston Churchill High School and Wilson Middle School. Stay in constant communication with the medical provider and the Person in Charge. Contact Tournament Chair. Tournament Chair is responsible for having his/her cell phone number available to the call person. Assist the Person in Charge with the filing of Accident Report if requested. Control Person: The Teacher supervisor and/or other Teachers at the score table are responsible for controlling the crowd and other participants. After the area is secured and controlled, they will act as the guide for emergency personnel outside of the building to ensure expedient access to the victim. Seek highly trained medical personnel in the building if the Person in Charge believes the injury is serious and cannot wait for emergency assistance to arrive. In consultation with the Person in Charge, Tournament Chair (If necessary) and game Officials the continuation of play will be determined. Lethbridge Regional Hospital th Street, South Lethbridge is a 911 emergency zone 17