Thank you again for dedicating your time to our youth basketball leagues.

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1 2017 Welcome coaches, Thank you for volunteering your time to help the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department with our youth basketball program. Our volunteers are what help make our programs run so efficiently and successfully. Volunteers are our eyes and ears when we are not available, and we greatly appreciate your help. The primary purpose of the leagues is to offer youth an opportunity to participate and enjoy a recreational experience in a healthy competitive setting. The emphasis is upon participation, character development, good sportsmanship, and enjoyment. The league is conducted under supervision of the Brookfield Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, hereafter referred to as the "Department". The following are season reminders for you to be aware of: Teams will play games weekly on Saturdays beginning December 2-March. Call all of your players to introduce yourself and give them your team s first practice/game. Please have all calls completed by October 29 th. Thank you again for dedicating your time to our youth basketball leagues. Additional Information: All volunteer coaches will be screened for a criminal background check. Following the coaches meeting watch for an from Verified Volunteers, to complete with requirement. Youth Basketball Information: Youth Sports Policy & Procedures: Julie M. Zych zych@ci.brookfield.wi.us

2 LEAGUE RULES & PROCEDURES

3 YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE RULES & PROCEDURES GENERAL GUIDELINES & PROCEDURES The buildings where games will be held will open 15 minutes prior to the first game of the day. Pre-game practice is allowed only if time permits. Only the team that is getting ready to play is allowed on the court; visitors who are not on a team are not allowed to shoot around, or practice/be on the court etc. Coaches and players will be assigned to a team bench, and will keep that same bench for the entire game. Switching benches at halftime is not permitted. Coaches must follow the seat belt rule standing during the game is not permitted; please coach from sitting down on the bench. Absolutely no one is allowed on the stage; this includes players, and they may not sit on the stage. A maximum of three (3) coaches, scorers, etc. are permitted on the team bench. Each team is required to provide a volunteer adult (18 years or older) to serve as a scorekeeper during each game. Uniform shirts provided by Brookfield Park & Recreation Dept. must be worn at all games. Gym shoes must be worn for all games and practice. Five minutes prior to game time, both coaches must identify the official game roster with the scorekeepers, including first and last names and numbers, also indicating noshows. All players that attend practices must play in every game. Furthermore, players are expected to attend practices. The coach has that prerogative to not play a player in a game who has two (2) unexcused absences. However, coaches must inform the parents of their rules at the beginning of the season. Also, the coach must contact the parent(s) after the first unexcused absence, informing them that another unexcused absence could result in forfeiture of playing time in the next game. Each player will play a minimum of two (2) quarters per game. It is the responsibility of the coach to be sure that the minimum playing time is reached for each player. If a player comes late to a game, prior to the start of the 3 rd quarter, the minimum playing time rule stays in effect. However, the minimum playing time rule is waived if a player arrives during the 3 rd quarter. In this situation, the coach does not have to guarantee the minimum playing time, but the site supervisor and opposing coach must be notified in advance. JEWELRY/CASTS No jewelry of any kind may be worn during basketball games. Jewelry can not be covered with tape - it must be removed. For safety and injury prevention, all exposed items that are judged to be hazardous or potentially dangerous by the official may not be worn during the game. Nothing can be on the fingers that is hard or metal. This includes, but is not limited to, casts, wristwatches, large rings, bracelets, neck chains and splints. ELIGIBILITY & ROSTERS All players must be registered with the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department and meet league eligibility guidelines. Teams will be formed by the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department staff. Coaches can not add players to the team roster at any time. All players on the official line-up sheet must be registered with THAT team. Players from other teams may NOT be added for the purpose of having sufficient players for the game.

4 No new team members will be added past Jan. 1 st. EQUIPMENT/UNIFORMS The Brookfield Parks & Recreation Dept. will supply the game ball only. Coaches are permitted to bring up to 3 basketballs for warm-ups and practices. Bouncing basketballs is not permitted in facility hallways. The following sizes will be used in the program: Junior ( 27.5) 3 rd grade Boys and Girls Regulation Women s (28.5): Boys 4 th and Girls 4 th 8 th Grade leagues Regulation Men s (30): Boys 5th-8th Grade leagues Uniforms A reversible jersey will be provided by Parks and Recreation Home team is listed second on the schedule; home team wears white. START OF THE GAME Teams must have five (5) players to begin a game. Teams shall be prepared to start games at the designated time. There is a five (5) minute grace period (beginning at the designated start time) for the start of the game if a team is short of players, however, a minimum number of five (5) players must be on the bench once the five minute period expires or the game will be declared a forfeit. Example: Game time is scheduled for 9:00 am; your team must have 5 players at 9:05 am or your team forfeits. CLOCK/TIMING The game will consist of four (4) eight (8) minute quarters, with one (1) minute between quarters and four (4) minutes at half-time. Overtime periods will be three (3) minutes. The league will utilize a continuous clock; however the clock will stop for shooting fouls, time-outs, substitutions and when the officials request the timekeeper to stop the clock (e.g. injury or retrieving of the basketball). Regulation WIAA timing will be used during the final four (4) minutes of the game and in overtime. If at any time in the final four (4) minutes of the game, one team is ahead by fifteen (15) or more points, the continuous clock will be used until the lead is less than 15 points. Once below 15 points a regulation clock will be used. Each team is allowed three (3) time-outs per game. One (1) additional time-out is allowed for each overtime period. Time-outs may be accumulated. The official time and score is kept at the scorer s table. PLAYERS & SUBSTITUTIONS Substitutions can ONLY be made at the four (4) minute mark of each quarter or at the end of a quarter. Players must play the entire four (4) minute period with the exception of injury, illness, technical foul, a player fouling out or overtime. Substitutions can be made in these cases. A player must be substituted for on a technical foul and may reenter the game at the next four (4) minute mark, when regular substitutions are made. Ejected players may not return to the game. Players entering at the four (4) minute mark must report to the scorer s table at the five (5) minutes mark and must remain seated at the table, until the substitution is made The officials and/or scorer will call an official s time-out around the four (4) minute mark, or the first dead ball thereafter. Teams may substitute the desired number of players at this time. Coaches may be assessed a time-out if they gather players around them or delay the game. Free substitution is permitted during any overtime period.

5 GAME RULES The current edition of the National Federation Rulebook with the Wisconsin Adaptations applying will be the official rules for the program. Local rules and adaptations will supersede where applicable. Two competing teams or coaches may not agree to alter any rules. A jump ball will be used to start the game and each overtime period. In all other situations, the alternate possession rule will be in effect. Free Throws: Boys and Girls 3 rd, 4 th & 5 th - shoot from twelve (12) foot or the fifteen (15) foot distance. All other leagues shoot from the fifteen (15) foot distance. On free throws, players in marked lane spaces may enter the lane on the release of the ball (they do not need to wait for it to hit the rim). The free throw shooter, and anyone not in a marked lane space still must wait for the ball to hit the rim. (updated 2014) Zone Defense (Half Court Only): Allowed in the boys and girls 6 8 grade leagues only. Man to Man Defense: Allowed in all leagues. In the boy s and girl s 3-5 grade leagues, players must be no more then six (6) feet from your person they are guarding if the player being guarded is below the top of the key. Switching person to person defense is allowed in all leagues. Double Teaming / Help Defense Grades 3 5: Double teaming /Help defense in the lane only. Grades 6 8: Double teaming the ball at any time is permitted but is allowed in the half court only. When in the opinion of the official(s) and/or supervisor, a team is playing an illegal zone defense, the following guidelines will be in effect: First offense: team/coach will be warned and must adjust the team defense Consecutive offense(s): team will be assessed a technical foul, which results in two (2) points automatically for the other team, plus possession of the ball. In the boy s and girl s 3-5 grade leagues, clear out offenses, where player(s) are intentionally positioned out of the normal flow of the offense, in order to allow another player(s) to play an isolation game, are not in the spirit of the league and will not be permitted. First offense: team/coach will be warned and must adjust the team offense. Consecutive offense(s): loss of possession. Full court press: Grades 6 8: Allowed and must be person to person only. Grades 3 5: Allowed only during the final two (2) minutes of the game. Must be person to person. If a team is ahead by 15 points or more, full court press will not be allowed at any age level. THREE POINT SHOT Allowed when it is available (meaning if the court has a three (3) point line). BONUS RULE The bonus rule will be in effect when the 7 th team foul is committed in the half. (i.e. Teams will shoot on the 7 th foul). Double Bonus on the 10 th team foul (two shots).

6 SPORTSMANSHIP Each player, coach and parent should exhibit good sportsmanship throughout the season. Any questions regarding rules and regulations of the league can be directed to the officials in a non-threatening manner. Yelling at referees, coaches and/or players will not be tolerated, and anyone who violates this rule will be asked to leave the building. During each practice there should be time for the coaches and players to discuss teamwork and sportsmanship. Communicate to your players that good sportsmanship is an important part of the program. TECHNICAL FOULS & INTENTIONAL FOULS Officials have been instructed to deal harshly with profanity and unsportsmanlike conduct by any player, coach or spectator. Coaches are reminded that any unusual demonstration from the bench (e.g. throwing towels, profanity, shaking fists, whistling) will not be tolerated! If a technical or intentional foul is called, an automatic two points and the ball at the division line will be awarded for the team not receiving the technical. If a player receives a technical foul, that player must be removed from the game until the next available substitution occurs (4 minute mark in quarter or a new quarter). When a player, spectator or coach conducts himself/herself in an unsportsmanlike manner, the following steps will be taken by the official or site supervisor: 1 st offense: warning, technical or ejection Automatic two points and the ball at the division line for the team not receiving the technical. 2 nd offense: ejection or technical 3 rd offense: automatic ejection 4 th offense: forfeiture of game The supervisor or official may eject any coach, player or spectator, or forfeit the game at any time, if the act is deemed serious enough. The selection of coaches is subject to approval of the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department. Coaches that display inappropriate behavior may be dismissed from coaching immediately. The referees have been instructed to call flagrant fouls on players who, in the opinion of the referee, commit a physical foul that is deemed to be retaliatory or intentionally hurtful in nature. Such players are to be immediately ejected from the game and the building, and will also be suspended for the next scheduled game for his/her team. Flagrant fouls will count as two technical fouls. NOTE: Any player, coach or manager who receives three (3) technical fouls for any reason during the season will be suspended for the remainder of the season and must appear before the League Coordinator before that individual is allowed in the program in the future. NOTE: If a team receives three (3) technical fouls during a game for any reason, that team will forfeit the game immediately upon receiving the third (3 rd ) technical foul.

7 PLAYER / COACH CONDUCT Players are responsible for their conduct at all times. By the act of participating, all sponsors, teams, players, managers and coaches acknowledge that they are acquainted with and will abide by all League Rules. Profanity, possession or drinking of alcoholic beverages, excessive baiting and jockeying, unsportsmanlike conduct or making physical contact with game officials will be cause for immediate ejection from game by game officials and may be cause for suspension (up to one calendar year) by the Recreation Supervisor of the Parks & Recreation Department. Ejection from a game will constitute automatic temporary suspension through the next regularly scheduled league or playoff game. Two ejections during the season will automatically constitute suspension for the duration of the current season. An ejected player will immediately vacate the playing area and desist from further comment or action. For the purpose of this rule, the playing area will be taken to mean, far enough away from the court of play so that the ejected player, in the opinion of the officials, has no effect whatsoever on the game, its players, officials or spectators. Bench conduct by players and coaches must be positive and directed towards players on your team. Players and coaches who make negative comments towards another team or an official may receive a technical foul. Coaches must control the players on their teams. Our staff will expect your assistance if a player cannot control themselves. Please assist us in keeping this program viable. FORFEITURE OF GAME Teams will forfeit a game when: A team will automatically forfeit when an adult coach is not available at the team s bench and an adult scorer is not provided at the scheduled starting time. An ineligible or suspended player is used. An ejected player refuses to leave the premises. A team fails to field the minimum number of players by the scheduled game time. Continued unsportsmanlike conduct after a warning by the referee or authorized official of the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department. Should both teams forfeit a game due to ineligible players, then both teams will receive a loss in the standings. The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department should be contacted at least three days prior to game date if a team plans to forfeit its game. Games will NOT be rescheduled to accommodate teams with players not available on scheduled dates. Intentional violation of the minimum playing time rule may result in the forfeiture of the game. COACHES RESPONSIBILITIES All coaches serve in a voluntary capacity. Each coach shall be completely responsible for his/her team s knowledge of all the league rules and policies. Personally explain these policies and rules to your players. Head coaches are responsible for the conduct of assistants, players and parents at all games and practices. Coaches are equally responsible for insuring that spectators do not interfere with the game.

8 GAME CANCELLATIONS/POSTPONEMENTS/INCLEMENT WEATHER There will be no postponements unless the Parks and Recreation Department notifies the coaches of the participating teams prior to the game or in case of emergency cancellation of gym use. Games will NOT be rescheduled to accommodate teams with players not available on scheduled dates. The Parks and Recreation recorded message line for emergency bad weather conditions is All postponed games will be rescheduled by the Parks and Recreation office. PROTESTS & APPEALS Protests are not in the spirit of the league and are strongly discouraged. No protests will be accepted on the official s judgment of a play. The officials and opposing team coach must be notified of the pending protest prior to the next play following the situation to be protested. No protests will be accepted on judgment calls by the officials. If a coach has reason to protest a game, such protest must be in writing and delivered to the Parks & Recreation office on the next business day, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. A $30.00 protest fee must accompany any protest. If the League Committee rules in favor of the protesting team, the fee will be returned; otherwise, the fee shall be forfeited to the City. The League Committee will rule on any protest, suspension, appeals, and any other matters of league concern not specifically enumerated within this operating policy or the National Federation Rulebook. The League Committee will consist of the League Coordinator and other individuals appointed by the Recreation Supervisor who are knowledgeable about basketball. Committee membership will be for one year, December through November. More detailed information available in the Youth Team Sports Policies and Procedures SUPERVISORS/OFFICIALS/SCORER-TIMERS Supervisors Supervisors assigned by the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department are responsible for the total operation of the program and facilities. The supervisor has the authority to assess technical fouls to players for conduct, which they feel, is inappropriate before, during and after games. Officials Game officials are representatives of the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department and are officially in charge of each game. Officials will discuss rule interpretations only with coaches of the competing teams. Officials are empowered to eject players and coaches from games for violations of official rules and regulations or unsportsmanlike conduct. Scorers/Timers All teams must supply an adult score keeper to work each game at the score table. If one is not supplied the team will forfeit. We will staff a timer for all games. Any circumstances arising that are not covered by the National Federation Rulebook and the Youth Basketball League Rules and Procedures will be left to the discretion of the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department.

9 City of Brookfield Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department Youth Basketball Rules Summary GRADES 3-5 GRADES 6-8 BALL SIZE SUBSTITUTIONS Size 5 (27.5) Boys and Girls 3 rd grade Women s Ball: Boys 4 and Girls 4 & 5 Men s Ball: Boys 5 Only at 4 min. mark of quarter (must be at table at 5 min. mark) and at end of quarter, unless injury or illness. (Free substitution in overtime) Women s Ball: Girls 6 8 Men s Ball: Boys 6 8 Only at 4 min. mark of quarter (must be at table at 5 min. mark) and at end of quarter, unless injury or illness. (Free substitution in overtime) FREE THROW LINE 12 Feet or Regulation (Player Choice) Regulation 3-POINT SHOT YES If marked on floor YES If marked on floor DEFENSE (1/2 Court) FULL COURT PRESS Man to Man ONLY. Must be within 6 feet of man. Double teaming or help defense in the lane only. Yes Man to Man only last two (2) minutes of game. Not allowed by team ahead by 15 points. Zone or Man to Man YES, but ONLY Man to Man. Not allowed by team ahead by 15 points. OFFENSES No clear-out offenses allowed. Any TECHNICAL FOULS Free throws are NOT shot. Opposing team will be awarded the 2 points and given the ball out of bounds. Player MUST be replaced. Free throws are NOT shot. Opposing team will be awarded the 2 points and given the ball out of bounds. Player MUST be replaced. TIME-OUTS Three 60-second T.O. s a game. One additional time-out in overtime. Three 60-second T.O. s a game. One additional time-out in overtime. CLOCK Four 8-min. qts. Continuous clock until final 4 min. of game, then regulation WIAA timing (if leading by 15, clock will be continuous). Four 8-min. qts. Continuous clock until final 4 min. of game, then regulation WIAA timing (If leading by 15, clock will be continuous).

10 ELEMENTS OF PRACTICE PRACTICE & GAME GUIDELINES Each coach is responsible for planning and conducting their team s practices. Coaches will communicate all information about practices and games to their team. Coaches will also notify Brookfield Park and Recreation department of their practice schedule. Each team will practice once a week for one hour. The schools are a very essential part of the success of the youth basketball league. Please follow their rules, and communicate them to your players. Only athletic shoes are allowed in the gymnasiums. All school buildings and its grounds are completely smoke free. There is no food or drink, except for water allowed in these gyms Any family members that stay for practice must remain in the gym. The gymnasiums are to be left clean, with any garbage picked up, and the equipment returned to its place. Anyone who violates the school s rules will be asked to leave the building. ELEMENTS OF PRACTICE Warm-up (5-10 minutes) Should consist of cardiovascular conditioning, stretching and warm-up exercise Goal is to prepare muscles for exercise Light running prior to stretching Good time to review previous game or practice, and what will be focused on during this practice Main Theme (20 minutes) Main teaching point for the practice Develop several drills to emphasize the point Always use demonstrations to reinforce teaching point Should relate to new skills, or skills needed for games Games / Scrimmages (20 minutes) Goal is to emphasize skills learned in main theme Opportunity to try players in new positions Cool Down (5 minutes) Stretch muscles Review positive points of practice Reminders of next game / practice, time and place SAFETY Safety is always the number one objective Before starting practice, walk around the court to make sure there aren t any potential hazards (ex. Wet areas, garbage, etc.) Any damaged or improperly working equipment should be set aside and not used. Later inform the Brookfield Park and Recreation department about the damaged equipment Players must be wearing athletic shoes, with the laces tied during all practices and games Absolutely no horseplay, pushing, etc. will be tolerated

11 INJURY PREVENTION Warm-up and stretching Know the rules of the game Watch out for others Don t play when you re injured Use proper equipment Maintenance and Appropriateness of playing surfaces Adequate adult supervision Proper hydration Don t overheat WARM-UPS Warm-ups should start with light jogging to loosen muscles Followed by stretching exercises An instant activity can be used in place of jogging Search online for drills-there are some really useful sites that are age and skill level appropriate. STRETCHES The Calf Stretch *Additional Calf Stretch Use a wall for support, place hands against wall. One leg is bent, the other straight behind you. The heel is flat on the ground, the toes pointing forward. Slowly lean forward until you feel a stretch in the calf of the straight leg. Hold for 10 seconds, then switch legs and repeat on each leg 2-3 times. From the above position, simply bend your knee while still keeping the heel on the ground. You should now feel the pull lower down in the calf. Hamstring Stretch Sitting with one leg bent and the other straight, lean forward (keeping the back as straight as possible), thus stretching the hamstrings of the straightened leg. (This can also be done with both legs straight).

12 Quadriceps Stretch Stand, and with left hand pull left heel back towards buttocks, until a stretch is felt in the front of thigh. For support, you may want to do this stretch near a wall. Hold stretch for 10 seconds, switch to right leg, repeat with each leg for 2-3 sets. Groin Stretch Lay on back or sit with the soles of the feet facing each other, the feet are well tucked in, the back straight and the hands gasp the feet if sitting, slide heels towards buttocks if lying down. Now stretch the groin by pushing the knees outwards towards the ground. Buttocks Stretch While lying down on back, bend up left knee, right foot flat on the floor. Place left ankle on right knee, with left knee out to side. Grab with both hands behind right upper leg, and pull toward chest, until a stretch is felt in the buttocks. Triceps Stretch Hold your right elbow with your left hand, then gently pull elbow behind head until an easy tensionstretch is felt in your shoulder or the back of your upper arm (triceps). Hold an easy stretch for 30 seconds. Do not overstretch. Spinal Twist Stretch Sit with legs folded, with left knee up near chest. The left hand rests on the ground. Your right elbow rests on the outside of the left leg. Now turn your head to look over your left shoulder, your upper body (but not hips) following. Gently push your right elbow against your bent leg to stretch.

13 Back of Shoulder Stretch Hold your right arm just above the elbow with your left hand. Now gently pull your elbow toward your left shoulder as you look over your right shoulder. Hold stretch for 10 seconds. Do both sides Neck Roll Sit in a position that is comfortable. Very slowly roll your head around in a full circle as you keep your back straight. While you are rolling your head around slowly you may feel that you should stop and hold a stretch at a particular place that feels tight. Do so, but don't strain. Front Shoulder Stretch Interlace fingers, and then turn your palms upward above your head as you straighten your arms. Think of elongating your arms as you feel a stretch through your arms and upper sides of your rib cage. Hold only a stretch that feels good. Do three times. Hold for 10 seconds.

14 BASKETBALL TERMS Assist Back Court Block Carrying Defense Defensive Rebound Double Dribble Double Team Drive Fake Foul Free Throw Guarding Jump Ball Lay-up Offense Offensive Rebound Officials Pass Timeout Traveling Turnover A pass to a teammate that results in a goal being scored. The defensive zone for each team, from the mid-court line to the end line furthest from the offense s basket. When a defensive player legally deflects a shot from an offensive player. The defender must not touch the offensive players hands otherwise a foul is called. The block can only be ruled legal if it occurs while the ball is traveling upward. A violation that occurs when the dribbling player holds the ball with two hands at once or rotates the ball in his or her hand between dribbles. The team without the ball, also the team trying to prevent the team with the ball from scoring. A rebound caught by defenders. A violation in which a player dribbles the ball, clearly holds it with a combination of either one or two hands (while either moving or stationary), and then proceeds to dribble again without first either attempting a field goal or passing off to a teammate. When two defenders cover one player who is on offense, usually their best player. An attacking offensive move at full speed, towards the basket. To try and trick with a pass or move. A violation resulting from illegal contact with an opposing player. An unguarded shot taken from the foul line by a player whose opponent committed a foul; worth 1 point. Following an opponent around the court to prevent him from getting the ball, taking a shot or making a pass. A method in which the game is started, at half-court. The ball is thrown up in the air between two players, who try and tap it down to their teammates. A shot taken close to the basket by leaping up and using one hand to drop the ball into or bank the ball off the backboard into the basket. The team with possession of the ball. A rebound by a player on offense. The referee/umpire that control the game, stop and start play, and impose penalties for violations and fouls. When a player throws the ball to a teammate. When play is temporarily stopped on request of the coach, which gives each team a chance to discuss tactics. Taking more than 1 ½ steps without dribbling, if this happens the result is a turnover. When the offense loses possession through its own fault by passing the ball out of bounds or committing a floor violation.

15 CODE OF CONDUCT & CONCUSSION AWARENESS PARENT S MEETING As a coach, please hold a brief parent s meeting at the beginning or end of your first practice to inform parents about expectations for the season. This meeting will answer what the general rules are, and help clarify any questions that parents may have. Any questions that you as a coach cannot answer, please forward to the Brookfield Parks & Recreation Department so that we can answer their questions. Please also explain the requirement that they and their child read the CODE OF CONDUCT and CONCUSSION AWARENESS information that you will be ing to them (see following pages), and their need to sign and submit the form electronically only (i.e. online). We prefer these forms are not printed out and brought into our office. Below is a list of information that should be explained to parents: Dates and times of practices Parents and car pools please walk participants into the building for practice to ensure that an adult is present. Please pick up participants promptly after practices. Give them a schedule of the games-direct them to our website. For your own records, find out if any of the participants have a medical condition that you should be aware of (i.e. asthma, a heart condition, allergies, etc.). Explain the minimum playing time policy. Gym shoes and the team shirt (provided) need to be worn for all games. Explain the five (5) minute rule for forfeiting games so that parents understand the importance of their child being there by the scheduled time. Make sure that they are aware of the cancellation/postponement/inclement weather phone number. Inform them that all the participants on the team will be educated to the league rules and regulations. Remind them that this league is about the players, and not the adults involved. Be sure to ask if there are any questions once you ve explained all your expectations. Contact Information Brookfield Parks, Recreation & Forestry 2000 N. Calhoun Road Brookfield, WI (262) Thank you for volunteering your time to the youth basketball league. Good luck and have fun!

16 City of Brookfield Parks, Recreation and Forestry Participant Rules and Code of Conduct Youth sports programs play an important role in promoting the physical, social and emotional development of children. It is therefore essential for parents, coaches and officials to encourage youth athletes to embrace the values of good sportsmanship. Moreover, adults involved in youth sports events should be models of good sportsmanship and should lead by example by demonstrating fairness, respect and self control. I therefore pledge to be responsible for my words and actions while attending, coaching, officiating or participating in a youth sports event and shall conform my behavior to the following code of conduct: 1. I will place the needs of the participants ahead of a personal desire to win. 2. I will not engage or in unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee nor encourage my child or any other person to do so. 3. I will not engage in any behavior which would endanger the health, safety or well being of any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee nor encourage my child or any other person to do so. 4. I will not use drugs or alcohol while at a youth sports event and will not attend, coach, officiate or participate in a youth sports event while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 5. I will not engage in the use of profanity or encourage my child or any other person to do so. 6. I will treat any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee with respect regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or ability. I will encourage my child to also do so. 7. I will not engage in verbal or physical threats or abuse aimed at any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee nor encourage my child or any other person to do so. 8. I will not initiate a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, player, participant, official or any other attendee or encourage my child or any other person to do so. 9. I will remember that the game is for kids not adults. Facility Code of Conduct Elmbrook School District gymnasiums are utilized to provide the youth basketball program. The schools are a very essential part of the success of the youth basketball league. Teams are required to follow basic facility rental rules set forth by the school. To avoid any incidents of misconduct in the facilities the following guidelines have been provided. 1. Groups must be supervised by a responsible adult. This designated adult must be present prior to the start and during the entire activity and will remain until all members of the group have left the building at the conclusion of the activity. 2. Participants are not allowed on school premises unsupervised. a. Parents and car pools please walk participants into the building for practice to ensure that an adult is present. b. Please pick up participants promptly after practices. 3. In the event of an emergency, such as fire, the adult in charge shall direct all in attendance per the posted emergency procedures. The adult in charge shall be responsible for all in attendance in an emergency. 4. There will be no ball playing of any kind in any area of the building other than the gymnasium. 5. Bulletin boards, elevators, items on display and any other school materials are off limits, please do not touch. 6. Only athletic shoes are allowed in the gymnasiums. 7. All school buildings and its grounds are completely smoke free. 8. There is no food or drink, except for water allowed in the gyms.

17 9. Any family members that stay for practice must remain in the gym. 10. The gymnasiums are to be left clean, with any garbage picked up, and the equipment returned to its place. 11. Anyone who violates the school s rules will be asked to leave the building. Rooms will be monitored by the custodians. Failure to comply with the above polices will be brought to the attention of Building Principal and the Parks and Recreation Department and handled on an individual basis. I hereby agree that if I fail to conform my conduct to the foregoing while attending, coaching, officiating or participating in a youth sports event I will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited to the following in any order or combination: Consequences: 1. Verbal warning. 2. Mandatory meeting with the Brookfield Parks and Recreation staff before the next scheduled game. 3. Immediate removal of coach and/or child from the youth sports program. In severe cases we reserve the right to proceed directly to the third consequence.

18 WI Department of Public Instruction adapted materials from the U.S. D E PARTMENT OF H E ALT H AND H U MAN S ERVICES CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION A Fact Sheet for COACHES To download the coaches fact sheet in Spanish, please visit Para descargar la hoja informativa para los entrenadores en español, por favor visite: THE FACTS A concussion is a brain injury. All concussions are serious. Most concussions occur without loss of consciousness. Concussions 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? A concussion is an injury that changes how the cells in the brain normally work. A concussion is caused by a blow to the head or body that caused the brain to move rapidly inside the skull. Even a ding, getting your bell rung, or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. Concussions can also result from a fall or from players colliding with each other or stationary objects. The potential for concussion is greatest in athletic environments where collisions are common. However, concussions may occur in any sport or recreational activity. As many as 3.8 million sportsand recreation-related concussions occur in the United States each year. RECOGNIZING A POSSIBLE CONCUSSION When in doubt, hold them out. To help recognize a concussion, you should watch for the following two things among you athletes: 1. A forceful blow to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head. - and - 2. Any change in the athlete s behavior, judgment, or physical functioning. (See the signs and symptoms of concussion listed on the next page.) It s better to miss one game than the whole season. It s better to miss one game than the whole season!

19 SIGNS OBSERVED BY COACHING STAFF Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment or position Forgets sports plays Is unsure of game, score, or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness (even briefly) Shows behavior or personality Can t recall events prior to hit or fall Can t recall events after hit or fall 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 Does not feel right As an athletic coach, it is your responsibility to remove an athlete from the youth athletic activity if you determine the athlete exhibits signs, symptoms, or behavior consistent with a concussion or if you suspect the athlete has sustained a concussion. The athlete then needs to be evaluated by a health care provider to determine if he/she sustained a concussion. An athlete who has been removed because of a suspected concussion may not participate again until he/she is evaluated by a health care provider, is symptom free and has been provided written clearance to participate from a qualified health care provider. Wisconsin Act 172 defines a health care provider as a person whom all of the following apply: 1. He or she holds a credential that authorizes the person to provide health care. 2. He or she is trained and has experience in evaluating and managing pediatric concussions and head injuries. 3. He or she is practicing within the scope of his or her credential. Wisconsin Act 172 defines credential to mean a license or certificate of certification issued by the state. It is recommended that persons operating a youth athletic activity provide recommendations to athletes and parents about potential health care providers.

20 Prevention and Preparation As a coach, you can play a key role in preventing concussions and responding to them properly when they occur. Here are some steps you can take to ensure the best outcome for your athletes and the team: Educate athletes and parents about concussion. At the beginning of each sports season for a youth athletic activity, each person who wishes to participate should receive concussion and head injury information (such as) 1) Know Your Concussion ABCs: A Fact Sheet for Parents and 2) Know Your Concussion ABCs: A Fact Sheet for Athletes. No person may participate in a youth athletic activity (practice or play) unless the person returns the Parent/Athlete Agreement signed by the athlete and, if he or she is under the age of 19, by his or her parent or guardian. Talk with athletes and their parents about the dangers and potential long-term consequences of concussion. Explain your concerns about concussion and your expectations of safe play to athletes, parents, and assistant coaches. Insist that safety comes first. Teach athletes safe playing techniques and encourage them to follow the rules of play. Encourage athletes to practice good sportsmanship at all times. Make sure athletes wear the right protective equipment for their activity (such as helmets, padding, shin guards, and eye and mouth guards). Protective equipment should fit properly, be well maintained, and be worn consistently and correctly. Check with your youth athletic activity organizer about concussion guidelines and policies. Concussion policy and/or management plans can be developed to include commitment to safety, emergency procedures, and a Return to Play procedures. Teach athletes and parents that it s not smart to play with a concussion. Sometimes players and parents wrongly believe that it shows strength and courage to play injured. Discourage others from pressuring injured athletes to play. Know if players have ever had previous concussions. Never allow an athlete that has a confirmed or suspected concussion to return to activity until symptom free and provided with written clearance from a health care provider. Don t let athletes persuade you that they are fine. Prevent long-term problems. A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain recovers from the first can slow recovery or increase the likelihood of having long-term problems. In rare cases, repeat concussions can result in Second Impact Syndrome, which causes brain swelling, permanent brain damage, and even death. This more serious condition is called second impact syndrome. Keep athletes with known or suspected concussion from play until they have been evaluated by a health care provider with experience in evaluating for concussion. Remind your athletes: It s better to miss one game than the whole season.

21 ACTION PLAN ACTION PLAN WHAT SHOULD A COACH DO WHEN A CONCUSSION IS SUSPECTED? 1. Remove the athlete from play. Look for the signs, symptoms, and behaviors of a concussion if your athlete has experienced a bump or blow to the head. 2. Ensure that the athlete is evaluated by a trained health care provider. Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. Health care providers have a number of methods that they can use to assess if the athlete has sustained a concussion. As a coach, recording the following information can help health care providers in assessing the athlete after the injury: Cause of the injury and force of the hit or blow to the head Any loss of consciousness (passed out/ knocked out) and if so, for how long Any memory loss surrounding the injury What other symptoms the athlete experienced after the injury Number of previous concussions (if any) 3. Inform the athlete s parents or guardians about the possible concussion. Make sure the injured athlete s parent or guardian knows that the athlete is required be seen by a health care provider with experience in pediatric concussion management. Provide recommendations of potential health care providers in the area to the athlete, parents or guardian. Do not allow the athlete to be unsupervised at any time (return to the locker room or bus) if you suspect a concussion. Do not allow the athlete to drive home if you suspect a concussion. 4. An athlete who has been removed from any youth athletic activity because of a determined or suspected concussion may not participate again until he/she is evaluated by a health care provider, is symptom free and provides written clearance from a health care provider to return to activity. It is recommended that coaches participate in additional Concussion/Head Injury Training such as: Free Concussion in Sports Course offered by NFHS: Register at: Course Objectives: - Educate coaches, parents, officials, and students about concussions - Identify the signs and symptoms of concussions - Understand the problems associated with concussions - Actions to take when a concussion is present - Identify responsibilities of coaches, parents, officials, and students The WIAA strongly encourages coaches at all levels to take this free course along with officials, parents and athletes so they have a better understanding of concussions and their effects on young, adolescent brain function.

22 A Fact Sheet for Parents Assess the situation Be alert for signs and symptoms Contact a health care professional What is a concussion? A concussion is a type of brain injury that changes the way the brain normally works. A concussion is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head and can also occur from a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. Even what seems to be a mild bump to the head can be serious. Concussions can have a more serious effect on a young, developing brain and need to be addressed correctly. What are the signs and symptoms of a concussion? You can t see a concussion. Signs and symptoms of concussion can show up right after an injury or may not appear or be noticed until hours or days after the injury. It is important to watch for changes in how your child or teen is acting or feeling, if symptoms are getting worse, or if s/he just doesn t feel right. Most concussions occur without loss of consciousness. If your child or teen reports one or more of the symptoms of concussion listed below, or if you notice the symptoms yourself, seek medical attention right away. Children and teens are among those at greatest risk for concussion. Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about events Answers questions slowly Repeats questions Can t recall events prior to the hit, bump, or fall Can t recall events after the hit, bump, or fall Loses consciousness (even briefly) Shows behavior or personality changes Forgets class schedule or assignments SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF A CONCUSSION SIGNS SIGNS OBSERVED OBSERVED BY PARENTS BY OR GURADIANS SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY SYMPTOMS YOUR CHILD REPORTED TEEN BY YOUR CHILD PARENTS OR GUARDIANS Thinking/Remembering: Difficulty thinking clearly Difficulty concentrating or remembering Feeling more slowed down Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy Physical: Headache or pressure in head Nausea or vomiting Balance problems or dizziness Fatigue or feeling tired Blurry or double vision Sensitivity to light or noise Numbness or tingling Does not feel right Emotional: Irritable Sad More emotional than usual Nervous Sleep*: Drowsy Sleeps less than usual Sleeps more than usual Has trouble falling asleep *Only ask about sleep symptoms if the injury occurred on a prior day. WI Department of Public Instruction adapted materials from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

23 DANGER SIGNS Be alert for symptoms that worsen over time. Your child or teen should be seen in an emergency department right away if s/he has: One pupil (the black part in the middle of the eye) larger than the other Difficult to arouse Severe headache or worsening headache Weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination Repeated vomiting or nausea Slurred speech Convulsions or seizures Difficulty recognizing people or places Increasing confusion, restlessness, or agitation Unusual behavior Loss of consciousness (even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously) Children and teens with a concussion should NEVER return to sports or recreation activities on the same day the injury occurred. They should delay returning to their activities until a health care provider experienced in evaluating for concussion says they are symptomfree and provide written clearance to return to activity. This means, until permitted, not returning to: Physical Education (PE) class, Sports practices or games, or Physical activity at recess. What should I do if my child or teen has a concussion? 1. Seek medical attention. A health care provider experienced in evaluating for concussions can direct concussion management and review when it is safe for your child to return to normal activities, including school (concentration and learning activities) and physical activity. If your child or teen has been removed from a youth athletic activity because of a suspected concussion or head injury, they may not participate again until he/she is evaluated by a health care provider and receives written clearance to participate in the activity from the health care provider. 2. Help them take time to get better. If your child or teen has a concussion, her or his brain needs time to heal. Your child or teen should limit activities while he/she is recovering from a concussion. Exercising or doing activities that involve a lot of concentration, such as studying, using a computer, texting, or playing video games may worsen or prolong concussion symptoms (such as headache or tiredness). Rest will help your child recover more quickly. Your child may become upset that he/she cannot participate in activities. 3. Together with your child or teen, learn more about concussions. Talk about the potential long-term effects of concussion and the problems caused by returning to daily activities too quickly (especially physical activity and learning/concentration). How can I help my child return to school safely after a concussion? Help your child or teen get needed support when returning to school after a concussion. Talk with your child s school administrators, teachers, school nurse, coach, and counselor about your child s concussion and symptoms. Your child may feel frustrated, sad, and even angry because s/he cannot keep up with school work and learn as well after ac concussion. Your child may also feel isolated from peers and social networks. Talk often with your child about these issues and offer your support and encouragement. As your child s symptoms decrease, the extra help or support can be removed gradually. Children and teens who return to school after a concussion may need to: Take rest breaks as needed, Spend fewer hours at school, Be given more time to take tests or complete assignments, Receive help with schoolwork, and/or Reduce time spent reading, writing, or on the computer. To learn more about concussion go to : or call CDC.INFO