Parent Meeting 2017 Season December 6th, 2016
Agenda Phantom Organization Registration Investments Club Values Coaching Player Safety Teams Schedules Player/Parent Expectations Uniforms Parent Participation Recognition Q&A Lots to Cover Tonight
Introductions 2016 Phantom Board & Staff Position President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Boys Coordinator High School Rep Fields Person Greg Herweg Bill Dean Robin Goldstone Pam Newcomb Jack Wojewski Dave Warner Katrina Herweg
Introductions Coaches for the Season Team 14U 12U 10U 8U Coaches *Greg Herweg Bill Dean Dave Harrach Dan Gannod *Tim Nordstrom *Katrina Herweg John Gnovel *Leif Bostrom Jack Wojewski Ryan Gill Bryant Aguilar Keita Kitahama *Head Coach White TBD *Head Coach Purple TBD *Jeff Henrich *Brian Van Essen Ken Arizpe Vince Zuanich *Jack Wojewski John James Tim Brendlin We still need more assistant coaches for 12U and 14U
How Phantom Fits Lacrosse Governing Bodies 415,000 Members 64 Chapters 300+ Boys Teams A, B-Vet, and B-Rookie Level 8 Zones/Conferences 9 Teams, A & B Level ~150 players
How We Invest Registration Fees Fields Practice and Games Referees Team Registration Equipment Goals, balls, bags, pinnies, goalie gear, paint, etc. 50% 15% 10% 10% 10% Coaches USLacrosse, Background Checks, Training, Shirt First Aid, Concussion Management Bank Fees, Web Site, Email Lists 5% Reserve
Kid s Life Journey Club Principles Teaching Life Lessons Teamwork Respect Discipline Effort Sportsmanship Skill Fun & Memorable Winning is great but not at the expense of core values
Continuous Learning is Key Coach Training Level 1 Level 2 USLacrosse Membership All Level 1 + NCSI Background Check Level 1 Online Level 1 Hands-On Clinic Level 2 Online Level 2 Hands-On Clinic Rules Test PCA Double-Goal Coach Online How to Make Proper Contact Online
Player Safety is Paramount Safety Mandatory Equipment First-Aid Training for Coaches AEDs at games Concussion Program Supplemental Insurance General Injuries Concussion Specific
Equipment Helmet (Black/Purple) Mouthpiece (have extra just in case) Shoulder Pads Elbow Pads Gloves Rib Guards (optional) Athletic Cup Cleats or Turf Shoes Stick (plus extra for catch) Proper Gear for Players
Team Composition Multiple Ways to Organize Teams Skill/Experience Age/Grade Signup Date Multiple Factors to Consider Mix of Players Player Development Coaching Staff Future Years For 2017 season 14U Two balanced B-Veteran teams plus single A-Level team based primarily on skill level 12U Two balanced B-Level teams plus single *A-Level team based primarily on skill level 10U Two teams with roughly equal skill level 8U Single team 2 nd Year for Three Teams
Practices Starting Tuesday January 3 rd (UNCONFIRMED) Schedule Saturdays until games start on February 24th Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/*Friday all season Robertson Park and Cayetano. All Turf. Saturdays - 8am-2pm split between teams Weekdays (UNCONFIRMED) 8U - 5:00-6:00 Wednesday + Thursday 10U - 5:00-6:30 Wednesday + 5:00-6:30 Thursday 12U - Black 6:30-8:30 Tuesday + 6:30-8:30 Wednesday + *Friday 4:00-4:45 Purple/White 5:00-6:30 Tuesday + 5:00-7:00 Wednesday 14U - Black/Purple Wednesday 7:00-9:00 + Thursday 6:30-8:30 + *Friday 4:45-6:00 White 6:30-8:30 Tuesday + 6:30-8:30 Wednesday Games First games weekend of 2/24 (Friday) Last games mid-may Post-season tournament in May Approximately 18 games for each team Approximately 50/50 home and away Mix of Saturday/Sunday A couple Friday evening A couple double-headers Some back-to-back Saturday/Sunday Targeting published schedule by Feb. 1 st Still subject to change January to May Season *Additional training session details being worked
Commitment Counts Expectations Code of Conduct All Players and Parent to sign and return to Team Manager Practice Attendance Be at every practice, on time, ready to play Notify both Coach and Team Manager if any reason not able to attend Be prepared to have less game time if missed practice time Game Attendance Be at every game, one-hour early, all gear ready, water, both jerseys Well rested, eaten two hours before, snacks if needed Notify both Coach and Team Manager if any reason not able to attend Volunteers necessary at every game; timekeeper/scorekeeper, sideline manager, field prep
Basic Uniform: 10U, 12U, 14U Reversible jersey & matching shorts White socks required, you provide New for 2017: Jersey: added ghosted Phantom image & player name on back Shorts: new design, longer inseam and narrower legs Price: $75 Returning players are not required to purchase a new uniform!
Deluxe Uniform: 10U, 12U, 14U (Optional upgrade) Basic uniform plus personalized practice pinney Price: $90
8U Uniform Reversible pinnie: $28 Black shorts, you provide
FREE* Phantom Shooter Shirt High quality performance fabric Personalized with player s number Worn under pads on game day and around town to show your Phantom spirit! * Free to players who registered by 12/4/2016
General info Phantom Team Store will be open between Wednesday, 12/7 and Monday, 12/12 for uniform and team merchandise purchases. Shooter shirts will be ordered separately. Order and pay online; uniforms will be delivered in bulk and handed out at the field. Sizing rule of thumb: order your player s normal clothing size (youth S-XL, adult S-2XL). Returning players will keep the same jersey number. New players can request a number and we will try to accommodate, barring conflicts.
Participation Counts Volunteers Opportunities Coaches Team Manager Game Day Scorekeeping Timekeeper Sideline Manager Setup/Takedown Snack Table Still need coaches Required for each team and in between games Picture Day Uniforms Press/Picture Newspaper Fundraising Year-End Party The club runs on volunteer labor
Ask not what Phantoms can do for you For a good 2017 Season Get Involved Volunteer Make the Coach s life easy Handle issues off field Make the Player s life easy Be your player s biggest fan Let the coaches do their job Read and adhere to Code of Conduct
It s Only a Game
Questions? Questions