CCMF 2015 PARENT HAND BOOK

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1 CCMF 2015 PARENT HAND BOOK LEAGUE BOARD CCMF stands for Central Cambria Midget Football and Cheer. The board consists of 3 executive officers and various committee members. Anyone interested in volunteering their time please contact a board member BOARD Sam Brunatti President Tony Dill- Vice President Nikki Burkett- Secretary/Treasurer and Cheer Advisor You may contact the board at any time. Visit website. REGISTRATION All CCMF players must be registered before the start of the games. Players do not have to belong to the Central Cambria school district to be eligible to participate. Discount pricing and fundraising is available from February 1 st -May 1st 2015 (or while fundraisers are available). After May 1 st 2015, players may continue to sign up for teams but may be subject to higher fees and no fundraisers (this means the buyout of fundraiser price $ is the only option). A player may be denied registration/or play if guidelines are not met, monies/fundraisers not turned in, or uniforms and equipment are no longer available. This league is open to any child (boy or girl) that is between the grades of kindergarten (K) and sixth grade (6th) (pre k age children may be eligible contact a board member). Electronic registration or questions on age guidelines may be found in the bylaws located on website. FOOTBALL/CHEER CCMF League belongs to the Mountain League to include other teams from Cambria Heights, Penn Cambria, Johnstown, Westmont, Richland, and Somerset. Our Bylaws and game play are based off of those requirements and bylaws from the Mountain League. Questions on Mountain League may be found in the bylaws located on website. MINIS The Mini teams are a newer program. Minis consist of new 5 year old, Kindergarten players. This program is to assist in better development of players at a younger age and provide a safe environment, while introducing new parents and players to the league. The Minis are treated like every other football team in the league, with the exceptions that they will play first games every week end at the Home field against other mini team members. Minis will be considered instructional, with no time limits on plays or restrictions on positions. Players will learn football fundamentals, plays and positions and be prepared for the following season to play against other teams that may be older or more experienced. Football Players must wear a mouth guard. Cheerleaders will also learn basic skills and cheers. They will follow the same registration and game schedules.

2 FLAG Flag consists of teams grades 1-2. Flag is also considered instructional. The flag teams play both at home and away against other teams within the same age groups. There are NO weight limits for Flag. Although weight limits do apply to who may carry/run the ball. Teams follow a clock and rules of play. Football Players must wear a mouth guard. Cheerleaders will learn intermediate beginner skills and continue to learn skills based on a progression process of experience. Cheerleaders follow the same registration and game schedules. TACKLE Tackle teams consist of 3 rd grade to 6 th grade and play each grade. Tackle teams are fully padded and play full contact. The teams play both at home and away against other teams in the same grade group. Cheerleaders will continue to learn skills based on a progression process of experience. Cheerleaders follow the same registration and game schedules. Competitive Cheer Competitive cheer is a new program. This is offered to 3 rd, 4 th, 5 th and 6 th grade cheerleaders who have an interest in learning competitive cheer for a youth/rec/school. This is NOT an all star team. Cheerleaders will have additional fundraisers to cover costs of competitions, be required to attend practices and competitions from July to March. This is an additional activity and commitment is needed to participate. There is a limited number of spots available. Tips Friendly tips for you and your child.. 1. Mouth guards must be worn! Buy more than one and carry an extra all the time. 2. Buy a bag for your child to keep all belongings in so nothing is forgotten! 3. Shoes are to be hard molded cleats or sneakers. Cheer sneakers must be white. 4. You must have fundraiser money in to play!!!! Get it in ASAP so you don t forget! 5. Uniform must be turned in- any uniforms not turned in are reported to magistrate office. 6. Always have a water bottle hydration is very important. 7. Make sure the players eat and use restroom before practices and games. 8. Check the website as much as possible..changes to schedules etc. are posted daily. 9. Attend monthly meetings. Parents have an input! 10. Try to be at all games/practices early. 11. Print a copy of the schedule and field directions and contact list and keep it with you at all times! 12. Please ensure you have read and understand your Football/Cheer constitutions. Remember a parent may not enter the playing field during a game! 13. Please remember to speak with your coach about when you will be scheduled to help with concession, field work, 50/50 or programs on home games. 14. Please remember to bring all issues to the attention of the league board or it cannot be fixed. FUNDRAISER All fundraisers must be completed in order to participate. They can be given to a coach, board member or mailed. Cheerleaders do 2 fundraisers during a season. Competitive Cheer has additional ones.

3 CONCESSION All parents will be assigned a concession/field day at a home game. If you are unable to work it you must find a replacement. All volunteers for that day must check in at the concession to initial off they have worked. LEAGUE RULES All league rules can be found on the website, bylaws and codes of conduct. If you should ever have a question please ask. MEETINGS Monthly board meetings are held and open to all parents/coaches. Meetings are normally held the second Thursday of the month at 730pm. The actual date, time, and place will be advertised on Facebook and our websites. It is beneficial for the league and your children to attend the meetings. COACHES Interested coaches have a list of coach information. Once the coaches and advisors are selected for the upcoming season, we will provide the names and phone numbers of each including the teams. Volunteers for these positions are greatly appreciated. Please contact a board member if interested. PRACTICES/GAMES CCMF board works with the Mainline Board to schedule practice start dates and games with the other schools. Practices normally begin with PIAA regulations in August. The league may offer camps/events before the start date. The board and coaches designate practice times and the Mountain league creates the game schedule of all schools. Coaches will notify you when all dates will begin. CONTACT INFO WebsiteWWW.CENTRALCAMBRIAMIDGETFOOTBALL.COM Board ccmf@centralcambriamidlgetfootball.com Facebook: Central Cambria Midget Football Mailbox CCMF PO BOX 534 Ebensburg, Pa 15931

4 CENTRAL CAMBRIA MIDGET FOOTBALL FOOTBALL PLAYER'S CODE OF CONDUCT It is the goal of the Central Cambria Midget Football League to provide a positive and instructive environment for all participants. As a player, the responsibility rests with you to be willing to learn, play hard, and be committed to your team. Football is a team sport and each player is an important component in the success of the team. Player's adherence to this code will promote fair play, discipline and sportsmanship. 1. I will play be and adhere to the rules. 2. I will have respect for the equipment. When on the field, I will always wear my helmet and mouth guard and will not remove it until I am told to do so by the coach. 3. I will always were the proper uniform in the proper way. 4. I will not allow myself to display anger directed at an opposing player or teammate. 5. I understand that if I intentionally throw any equipment, helmet, etc, that I will be ejected from the game at the discretion of the referee. 6. I will play hard but in a safe and responsible manner. I will not intentionally endanger another player in anyway. 7. I will not use abusive or foul language or participate in any form of trash talk or negative cheering. 8. I will promote sportsmanlike conduct, encouraging my team members to cheer positively and shake hands with the opposing players after each game. Fighting is an automatic ejection from a game, at a minimum. 9. I will accept the authority of all referees and game officials. 10. I will treat all participants and teammates, as you would like to be treated. Bullying will not be tolerated. 11. I will always cooperate with my coach and teammates and also with my opposition, as without them there would be no competition. 12. I will always participate for my own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please my parents, other people or coaches. 13. I will be a team player. Learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline. 14. I will be on time f or practice and games. 15. I will respect my coaches, teammates, parents, fans, opponents, and officials. 16. I understand that If I am ejected from a game I am automatically suspended from the next game. 17. I will remember that youth football is an opportunity to learn and have fun. Parents, please review with your son/daughter before the start of the season. As parents we want your support and involvement with your child's sport activity. Yet we also have to set an example for our children of teamwork, respect, sportsmanlike conduct and discipline. If you should ever have a concern please contact your coach or a member of the board. Please behave in the same manner as your child is expected. We encourage positive role models on the side lines, supporting all team members. As parents you are also asked to not disrespect, trash talk or use abusive or foul language in front of the players.

5 Cheerleader Code of Conduct It is the goal of the Central Cambria Midget Football league to provide a positive and instructive environment for all participants. As a cheerleader the responsibility rests on you to be willing to learn, participate, listen and be a team player for your squad. Cheerleading is a team sport and each cheerleader is an important component in the success of the squad. Cheerleaders' adherence to this code will promote fairness, discipline and sportsmanship. 1. I will follow the rules while cheering at games. 2. When at the games I will show up on time, in full uniform and will remain in uniform throughout the game. (regardless of the weather) 3. I will bring all uniform pieces to every game so I am prepared for all weather conditions. 4. I agree to wear the SAME uniform as asked by the coach so all cheerleaders appear as a team. 5. I will not allow myself to display anger directed at another cheerleader. 6. I will not use abusive or foul language or participate in any form of trash talk or negative cheering. 7. I will promote sportsmanlike conduct, encouraging my teammates to cheer positively. No 8. fighting (Fighting is automatic ejection from the game at minimal) 9. I will accept the authority of all coaches. Respect my coaches, teammates, parents, fans and opponents. 10. I will be a team player, learn teamwork and have fun! 11. NO GUM when Cheering. 12. No additional jewelry may be worn (necklaces, bracelets) This is for safety reasons. 13. I will use the restroom and eat before games so there are no interruptions. 14. I will be at games ½ hour before start time and on time for practices. 15. I will attend all games and practices. Without everyone present a team cannot give their best. 16. I may not leave anytime during the game unless it is an emergency. 17. I will cooperate with my coaches and other cheerleaders during practices and games. 18. I understand if I am ejected from a game I am automatically suspended from the next game. 19. I understand that missing practices may result in the cheerleader not participating in certain cheers or dances due to lack of knowledge and safety for others. Parents, please review with your son/daughter before the start of the season. As parents we want your support and involvement with your child's sport activity. Yet we also have to set an example for our children of teamwork, respect, sportsmanlike conduct and discipline. If you should ever have a concern please contact your coach or a member of the board. Please behave in the same manner as your child is expected. We encourage positive role models on the side lines, supporting all team members. As parents you are also asked to not disrespect, trash talk or use abusive or foul language in front of the players.