SYTF Participant Handbook 2015
Practice Expectations Practice Practice will times will be from 6-8pm, Monday through Thursday for the first two weeks. Friday Practices can be held at coach s discretion but are not mandatory. Practice will be held at Sandwich High School. When school starts, the practice time will be moved to 5:30-7:30 and be on Monday, Tuesday & Thursday. Practices are subject to change due to inclement weather, school activities and at coach s discretion. Practices/ Absences Participants are expected to attend each scheduled practice. If you are unable to practice, please notify a coach as soon as possible. If a coach does not receive a phone call, you will be considered unexcused. Attendance is taken at each practice. Please note unexcused means no call to a coach before practice time and no show. Please be aware of your practice schedule, your team may be practicing even if another team is not. Always call a coach if you have questions. Unexcused absences will result in the following: Coaches must be notified in advance if a child will miss a practice or game. An unexcused absence will result in the child s suspension of playing (but required to attend in jersey uniform) for (1) one game; 3 unexcused absences you could be dismissed from league. This will be subject to a board vote. Excused absences will include emergencies only. Any other absence will be at the discretion of the board. [This is not intended to be punishment, it is for their safety, support of the team, and so the coaches can make necessary adjustments.] Weather If inclement weather arises and practice is cancelled, a coach will call you. If you do not hear from a coach, please show up at practice or you will be considered unexcused. Weather can change very suddenly so please keep an eye to the sky if your child is at practice. Dress Code Cheerleading: Please make sure your daughter is wearing comfortable fitted clothing without hoods or strings and gym shoes and socks. Uniforms are to be worn at games only. Football: All players are to be in full pads unless told otherwise by head coaches and black socks must be worn with the uniform on game day. Hair Hair must ALWAYS be pulled back and out of face for each practice and game. Please use soft ponytail holders. Bangs that hang in the eyes or impede your vision must be pulled back for practice as well as games.
Jewelry All earring, necklaces, bracelets, rings, watches and piercings must be removed before practice begins. Recent piercings that cannot be removed must be covered by a band-aid for all practices and games. LEAGUE RULES WILL NOT ALLOW THEM TO BE WORN FOR COMPETITION. Water Bottles Please provide your child with enough water to last the entire practice. They will be working very hard in the heat and hydration is essential. Cell Phones Use of cell phones will not be permitted during practice unless there is an emergency and the call has been ok d by a coach Conduct It is our goal to make this a fun and safe season for each child. In order to do this we all must work together as a team. Therefore, here are a few reminders for all athletes, no matter the sport: The participants will work with each other and the coaches in a positive manner. The participants will leave all peer conflicts behind them once they arrive at practice. If this cannot be done, appropriate action will take place. The participants will always try their best. Each child has a different skill level and all levels are very important to the success of the team and the season. The participants will be patient and encourage their teammates and other participants. The participants and parents agree to follow all SYTF Code of Conduct rules set forth by the board. See Full Code of conduct at back of handbook. Drop Off/Pick Up All participants are expected to be on time and ready to warm up. Please advise a coach if your child is to walk somewhere or to be picked up by someone else after practice concludes. If you are picking up your child, please be on time. Please respect the practice times.
Game Expectations Attendance Please notify a coach as soon as possible if your child is unable to attend a game. The more advanced the notice the better, this allows ample time to adjust the routine, mounts and cheers. Cheerleaders will cheer in all types of weather, including rain at games. If the football players are playing, the cheerleaders are expected to cheer. This includes during playoff games and Superbowl game, if it applies to your squad. Arrival time All participants are required to be at the field (home or away) 1 hr prior to game start. If they are late they will sit the first half of the game. This warm-up time is for their safety and respect of other team members. Dress code Cheerleading: The required uniform will be a cheerleading top, skirt, spankies, white shoes and no-show socks. All undergarments must be BLACK. -Once a cheerleader is done cheering for their game, they are not to wear only their spankies. They will need to remain in their full uniform or bring a change of clothing if they plan to stay for other games. Football: The required uniform will be the issued pads, helmet, jersey and proper black pants, gloves and black socks. Water bottles Please provide your child with enough water to last the entire game. They will be working very hard in the heat and hydration is essential. Food Please make sure your child has eaten before arriving to games. Time to eat will not be allowed during warm-up or at half-time. Representation Whether home or away, if you are in a uniform you represent Sandwich Youth Tackle Football. Each athlete is expected to act appropriately and abide by the code of conduct. Schedule See attached SYTF Schedule** Locations/directions See www.sytf.org for directions to all away games. Please be prepared to arrive 1 hour prior to the start of your game.
MISC Information Sandwich Youth Tackle Football Web site: www.sytf.org Midwest Youth Big 12 Football Conference: http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=myfc Mandatory Parent Participation All parent(s) are required to work a minimum of (4 four Indian events. Please contact Concession Director, to sign up to schedule your times to work. In the event that you cannot work your scheduled time, it is your responsibility to contact the Concession Director and reschedule or you will forfeit your deposit. If there is a no-show for a volunteer duty your volunteer check will be cashed the next business day. Parents, or an adult representative, are required to be at all games and must sign their child in during pre-game warm-ups. Parents or adult represenatitve cannot leave once they have signed their child in. Pictures All team and individual pictures be announced at later date, usually the first of August sometime. You will be given information by your coaches about what to wear and where to go. Board Meetings The board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6 pm and are open to everyone locations will be announce on the website. During the season, the meetings will be held at the concession stand at 8pm, Day TBD. Please check the web site for changes to the meeting time and location. Board Members President Phil Sinetos Vice President- J. Decker Boys AD OZ Gomez Boys Asst. AD Manny Gomez Girls AD Kim Tindall Girls Asst. AD Melissa Barbanente Treasurer Peggy Anderson Secretary Karylin Clevenger Concessions Chuck Goebel Fundraiser/Sponsorship Tricia Kleckner Missed Practice/game If you miss a practice or a game, it is your responsibility to get any handouts or verbal information your coach may have given. Communication is the key. Ask a coach for any new updates.
Uniform Care Instructions Machine wash cold Use mild detergent DO NOT USE BLEACH Remove Promptly, do not let sit after spin cycle Hang to dry!!! Touch up with WARM iron only Do not dry clean You are responsible for the care of this uniform. The instructions above are directly from the manufacturer. If you have questions or concerns, about the care of the uniform please see a board member. If the uniform is damaged in any way, your deposit will be forfeited. Competition The competition is mandatory for all cheerleaders. Being in the competition is mandatory for the Sandwich squads and it is a great way to show the league how dedicated, determined and talented we are. In order to be successful, the practices two weeks before competition will be mandatory. Please see a coach for questions or concerns about the upcoming competition. Uniform at School On Fridays preceding a game day, you will be allowed to wear your cheerleading skirt to school. This skirt must be accompanied by a spirit wear shirt, not your uniform top. Please be reminded that you are responsible for any damage to the uniform. This is a great way to support the Sandwich Indians and show your spirit!!!!
Sandwich Youth Tackle Football Parent(s), Relative(s), Player(s), & Coach(es) Code of Conduct 2015 (Football and Cheerleading) All parent(s), relative(s), player(s), sibling(s) and coach(es) will follow all rules and regulations established by the Sandwich Youth Tackle Football league. The word member(s) will be used in the following paragraphs to describe and include parent(s), relative(s), player(s), sibling(s) and coach(es) for football and cheerleading. All members will follow all rules and regulations written and / or implied by the Board of Directors of Youth Tackle Football league and / or the Sandwich Indians. No member is to physically or verbally abuse another parent, fan, coach, player, or referee, including said members of opposing team. All members are to use good sportsmanship. Use of tobacco products, drugs, or alcoholic beverages is not allowed at practice fields or at home or away games. No Pets are allowed at practice or games due to insurance reasons. No member is to interfere with practices, games, or coaching at any time. Any member that has a complaint or concern must immediately notify the Athletic Director or Board Members in writing of his or her complaint or concern. No member is to behave in any slanderous or malicious manner which is detrimental to SYTF, the MYCF or the integrity of the program and its members. The Sandwich Indians are committed to a program of excellence. Participants are expected to attend all practices and games. Coaches must be notified in advance if a child will miss a practice or game. An unexcused absence will result in the child s suspension of playing (but required to attend in jersey) for (1) one game; 3 unexcused absences you could be dismissed from league. This will be subject to a board vote. Excused absences include emergencies only. Any other absence will be at the discretion of the board. At least one parent or authorized child representative must attend their child s games. Unexpected situations arise, such as rain, storms, injuries, sudden illnesses, etc. at which time a parent or responsible adult must be present. We highly encourage parents to attend practices. All members parents take responsibility for their child s uniform and equipment. All members parents agree that equipment and uniforms will be returned cleaned. All members parents agree to pay for any lost or damaged equipment. Any equipment turned in late or not cleaned will be assessed a $25 fee. All member parent(s) will see that their child is dropped off and picked up at designated time before and after practice. All member parent(s) are required to work a minimum of (4) four Indians events and have a $150 deposit check for Uniforms and a $160 Volunteer deposit check that will be returned after completing volunteer commitments and the uniform is returned in satisfactory condition. If there is a no-show for a volunteer duty your volunteer check will be cashed the next business day. Any member parent(s) that does not fulfill or show up for their scheduled event(s) agrees that their child could be suspended for (1) one game. All members agree that no registration fees will be refunded after 1 st week of practice, except for medical reason(s) and a written doctor s excuse is needed. After first game of season no refund will be given.
Disciplinary actions for all members & coaches of the Sandwich Youth Tackle Football League (Over) Any member or coach found to be in violation of any written or implied rule(s) of the Indians or Youth Tackle Football league can be handled in any of the following manners. A verbal warning may be given. Followed by notification to the SYTF Board. Immediate suspension -- Only if deemed appropriate by the SYTF Board; veteran status will be lost. Brought before the SYTF Board for suspension or removal. Any member or coach brought before the SYTF Board as a result of his or her violation of Youth Tackle Football league rule(s), the Sandwich School 430 rule(s), or the MYFC Rules and/ or any member or coach that has been immediately suspended by the executive board the following will apply: The rules, by-laws, or code of conduct provisions violated by said member or coach will be submitted in writing by the Athletic Director or by the Board members to both the SYTF Board and said member. Said member or coach will be informed verbally or in writing by the Board of Directors of the disciplinary action, the date, time and place of said meeting. Also, member or coach has the right to be in attendance and to be heard. The SYTF Board must hold disciplinary meeting within 48 hours of rule violation(s). All suspended member or coach must not attend or be present at practice area(s) or at game site(s) until SYTF Board has ruled. I have read and received SYTF s Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Consequences. Parent / Legal Guardian Date
Sandwich Youth Tackle Football Commitment & General Information Sheet Sandwich Youth Tackle Football (SYTF) is a not-for-profit organization run strictly through parent volunteers. Please take the time to read the following information. We require a large commitment of time from both participants and their parents so it is very important that you understand how our organization works and what is expected of you and your child. Transportation is not provided. Parents are responsible for getting their child to all home and away games. We can play in any of the following towns: Yorkville, DeKalb, Kaneland, Burlington, St. Raphael (Naperville), Oswego, and Plano, or at any new teams location. Games are held on Saturdays or Sundays. It is possible if a game needs to be rescheduled that it could be rescheduled during the week. Parents or appointed adult are required to be at all games and must sign their child in during pregame warm-ups. Parents or appointed adult may not leave once their child is signed in. Parents are required to work three (4) SYTF events or forfeit their deposit check. If there is a no-show for a volunteer duty your volunteer check will be cashed the next business day. If you miss a game or practice, it is your responsibility to get any handouts or verbal information your coach may have given. Sports Physicals are due on the first day of practice. If you do not have a physical, you must attend practice but may not participate. No physical within 3 days of practice starting, you may be dismissed from the league. Your child s Head coach will inform you of the first practice date and the Mandatory Parent Meeting date and time as the season gets closer. Practice will initially be for 2 hours a night, 5 days a week. No pads for the first three days of football practice. NO REFUNDS after the first week will be given for participants who choose to drop from the program unless they are able to provide us with a doctor s note prior to the first game (minus a $25 administration fee). Football players will be required to purchase (if they do not already have one) a jersey and game pants. These items will be available to order at the time of registration. SYTF website is www.sytf.org MYFC website is http://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=myfc&sid=753367624 SYTF Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at Sandwich Public Library, 925 South Main St at 6 pm and are open to everyone. During the season, meetings will be held at the concession stand at 8 pm. Please check the website in case there are changes to the meetings. Board Members: Phil Sinetos, J. Decker, Oz Gomez, Manny Gomez, Kim Tindall, Melissa Barbanente, Chuck Goebel, Peggy Anderson, Karylin Clevenger, and Trisha Kleckner.
Midwest Youth Big 12 Football Conference (MYFC) Parents Permission Form & Code of Conduct I the Parent of hereby consent to his/her participation in the Midwest Youth Big 12 Football Conference (MYFC) program. The goal of MYFC is to provide a safe, fun learning environment for the youth of our community. We strive to create an opportunity for kids to work together as a team toward common goals. We emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork and respect for authority figures, players and other spectators. As a parent, I will: 1. Support the coaches and athletes and help teach the value of commitment to the team, sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and fair play. 2. Support the operation and principles of all leagues affiliated with the MYFC. 3. Support my child s team and help my child and MYFC make athletic contests a positive educational experience. 4. Direct constructive criticism of my child s team to the head coach or league officials at an appropriate time. 5. Accept decision of game officials as being fair and called to the best of their ability. 6. Exhibit exemplary sportsmanship at all times. 7. Abstain from being under the influence of or in possession of and/or drinking alcoholic beverages and the possession or use of any illegal substance on both game and practice fields. 8. Stay behind the designated spectator line during practices and games. 9. Be responsible for the actions and conduct of any guests that I bring to any MYFC event. As a parent, I will not: 1. Interfere or interrupt the coaching staff during games or practices. 2. Behave in any slanderous or malicious manner which is detrimental to the MYFC or the integrity of the program and its members. 3. Criticize players, an opposing team, its players, coaches, or spectators by word of mouth, by gesture or by deliberately inciting unsportsmanlike behavior. 4. Criticize league officials, game officials, or coaches, direct profane language toward them, or otherwise subvert their authority. The MYFC and my league reserves the right to post photographs/ video of activates involving football and cheerleaders occurring at events hosted by the MYFC or my League. I understand that the photographs and video may be used on the internet or for advertising purposes. I do expressly waive as parents and for our child, agree to defend and indemnify MYFC and my league and the officers, directors and volunteers of and from any and all claims, actions and lawsuits of what so ever kind or nature which may hereafter be brought by our child, or by anyone purporting to act on his/her behalf, whether said claim, action or lawsuit alleges negligence or other wrongful conduct against said MYFC or my league the officers, directors, volunteers or otherwise. I recognize this document as a legal and binding contractual agreement. I have read and understood the same and same as our own free act and deed. Parent/Guardian Signature Date League my child is a member of: