Sunset HS Lacrosse Club Overview www.sunsetlacrosse.com Nov 4 2013
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Introductions Girls Boys Varsity Amber Christensen Asst. Coach, Sarah Child Junior Varsity Head Coach Alexandra Greiner Goalie Coach Laura Grosso Vice President-Girls - Mike Goetsch Varsity Jeff Dill Asst. Coach, Adam Jack Junior Varsity Head Coach Marty Wright Asst. Coach - Art Chen Asst. Coach Jimmy Yoo JV II Head Coach TBD Asst. Coach Mike Goldwyn Club Kyle Stavig, President Vice President-Boys Mike McHugh,
Club Vision Sunset LAX Club Championship caliber environment while providing an open door for competition and development of skills, character and leadership at all levels. Strong Coaching from Youth to HS 14 th Season! Largest Lacrosse Club in State (HS & Youth) 100% Volunteer, non-profit program (501c) (we do pay coaches.) No funds from SHS or BSD Donations are tax deductible Active parent board ~106 players - 66 boys (max), 40 girls Leagues OHSLA (boys),ogla (girls) Play Metro Conference, THPRD Fields
Season Overview Registration Nov 4 Jan 31 Add $100 after Jan 17 Weekend Open Field Sessions Captain led October February (boys) January February (girls) Crossfit Conditioning Optional (separate boys and girls sessions) Jan 13 Feb 7 Team Preseason Conditioning - No Gear Feb 17 Feb 28-5:30 7 PM Practice Begins Mar 3 Week 1 **Placement** Girls 5 7 PM, **Tryouts** Boys 7 9 PM Week 2 Practice - Girls 5-7 PM, Boys JV/JVII 7-8:30 PM, V 8:30 10 PM Season Games begin Mar 17 Playoffs start May 12 (girls), May 21 (boys) Semifinals (girls) May 19, Final May 21 Semifinals (boys) June 4, Final, Jun 7
Sportsmanship Club Philosophy We will win within the rules, or not at all. Each of us (coaches, players, parents) will maintain a high level of sportsmanship at all times. Respect for others Commitment to team on and off the field (team, competition, conduct, school, community) being on time. Respect the sport Team sport High speed finesse game that rewards hustle, team play and superior conditioning. Learn to love to run Working year-around (conditioning, drills, catch, etc.) Priorities - Home, Academics, Team. LAX is a privilege and not a right.
Player Fees Registration Closes January 31. Pay by Jan 17 th $500 returning players, $550 for first year players ($50 uniform fee) Pay after Jan 17 th $600 returning players, $650 for first years players ($50 uniform fee) Fees* Covered: Coaching Uniforms US LAX membership & insurance field fees Nets &balls Referees concussion testing playoff travel trainer at home games *Financial Aid Available for those in need (see website) Not covered: Equipment (helmet, gloves, sticks, pads, cleats, mouthguards, etc.) Tournament travel (Varsity Boys Seattle, JV/JVII Sisters Tourney) Crossfit preseason conditioning (~$100)
Club Funding 2014 Budget Estimates Total Per player Income (110 player) $57k $515 Expenses $70k $642 Gap <$13k> <$127> Fundraising Target 2014 Benchmarking Survey 8 Schools comparable with Sunset reporting registration fees High Median* Low 1-2 $125 $75 $60 3-4 $250 $155 $125 5-6 $250 $155 $125 7-8 $250 $155 $125 Select $550 $225 $150 HS $525 $500 $375
Fundraising Build skills on/of field Learn to Lead Grow our LAX community Program Elements We want athletes to Build skills on and off the field, learn to Lead, and Grow our lacrosse community Fundraising goal of $13,500 Write a check (50%) Corporate Sponsorshipsbanner, announcement, programs; (20%) Corporate Matching/Volunteer Hours (15%) Youth clinic & Merchandise Sales (15%) Action Items Players will take leadership roles Assistance Needed Players/Parents to submit names Connect us with potential sponsors; take a sponsor sheet; Contact Paul Duncan Intel SHS Lax ID 20122 (Rob Buckingham contact) Nike WE portal or Benevity workplace (Dave Mettler contact) Player led and website sales shslax.fundraising@gmail.com
Giving Back/Volunteering Players It is expected that every player give back to the program by either refereeing, coaching or participating in clinics for the youth program (typically on the weekend). See your coach for details. Families Volunteer Coordinator - Nancy PeBenito will set up www.signupgenius.com 5 hours mandatory per family Volunteering opportunities Team Coordinator/Parent Scoreboard Announcing weekend/preseason chaperones Concessions score table video coordinator net set up/take down End of season party Fundraising/Sponsor help Training sessions will be provided for volunteer positions.
Team Conditioning (optional) Crossfit training ($100 for 9 sessions) - Sign up at www.sunsetlacross.com Jan 13 Feb 7 Open to the first 40 kids (sells out every year) Coed yet separate No lacrosse equipment Boot camp conditioning Superior conditioning
Team Tryouts/Placement Team rosters are determined during the first week of practice starting March 3, 2014. Girls Varsity & JV Boys Varsity, JV & JVII Boys only: In order to provide the right balance between coaching resources and playing time it may be necessary to limit team size. Players not making a team will be refunded their registration fee.
Live in SHS attendance boundary Academics Enrolled in 5 classes Maintain 2.0 GPA No F s Eligibility Valid physical and concussion testing on file Conduct New physical required every two years (usually frosh & junior year) New concussion/impact testing ever two years (see www.sunsetlacrosse.com) Players who have a current testing with another sport will indicate so during registration and SHS LAX will confirm with SHS Athletic Director. No physical or testing - no play. Schedule early to get on field. Follow Beaverton School District rules of participation regarding conduct.
Equipment Provided by Club Uniforms Provide by Players Girls Boys Protective goggles, mouth guard, stick, cleats (soft helmet optional) White Helmet (club provides emblem) Shoulder pad, elbow pads, gloves, cup, mouth guard, stick, cleats
Start March 17 Varsity: Games 12 league games 10 league games for girls (up to 18 including non-league) JV generally play prior to Varsity Expectations for Swing Players Coaches may notify players of swing opportunities from time-to-time to give players development opportunities to play Varsity, JV, etc. As a swing player you may or may not get into the game. This developmental time should be used to observe coaching strategy, substitutions, player understudy, clock management, shot selection, etc. If selected to swing up or down you are expected to make every attempt to participate or notify your coach otherwise.
Playing Time Varsity Competitive. With the state championship as the goal playing time is not guaranteed. Junior Varsity (and JVII) Developmental. The goal is to develop skills and teams. Playing time is intended to be more equitable. **Missed practices and late to practice impact playing time at all levels. What does it take for me to get more playing time? Ask these questions: What am I doing to get better on offense, defense? What am I doing to develop my off hand? Am I doing wall drills every day? Do I study game film or watch lax whenever I get the chance (games, TV, etc.) Do I attend camps? Do I engage with my coach every day? Do I practice during the offseason everyday? Am I always on-time? Our coaches share a common desire to develop a championship program and trained on how to continually provide concise feedback about what it takes to get better.
Concussions/Impact Testing NEW POLICY - Mandatory for all players of Sunset Lacrosse. Coaches are trained in early concussion assessment. Trainers at home and away games to assist in detection. Players suspected of receiving a concussion will not be allowed back to play without a doctor release. Sunset Lacrosse offers access to ImPACT testing through the Portland Clinic at no charge ($10 paid by club) Baseline testing required every two years and repeat testing done at the time of injury if a concussion is incurred. Players who have a current testing with another sport will indicate so during registration and SHS LAX will confirm with SHS Athletic Director. To schedule, players can call Monday - Friday from 8am-4pm and identify themselves as being with Sunset Lacrosse. Allow 30 minutes for the appointment. Portland Clinic Orthopedics 503-293-0161 option 1 9250 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard 97223
Game Trainers A Trainer will be at all homes games for Varsity and JV (boys & girls) at no charge to club. Alec Denes MD will serve as the team physician. Our clinic offers Orthopedic Physicians with varying specialties, including Sports Medicine. For athletes we offer appointments within 24 hours except weekends, call 503-ATHLETE. We offer Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Athletic trainers also. Kory Bell MSPT Rehab Director Outreach Coordinator Orthopedic + Fracture Specialists 503-ATHLETE
Merchandise http://teamunis.com/ Team Gear - Optional $97.50 - order deadline is November 8 th $75 - order deadline is January 24th Order these items directly from Merchandise Sales - Michele Jakubauskas @ jgang4@frontier.com A part of every sale is donated to our club.
Transportation Misc. BSD Bus transportation is not provided for any Sunset Lacrosse events Parents & players will be responsible for setting up carpools to and from any game or practice. Communications Players, email & website (Your player will always know) Make sure your settings are correct on the website and that your spam filter is not blocking team announcements. Player/Coach communication best (teach kids leadership) End of season survey (players only)
www.sunsetlacross.com Registration At the end of a short process, you will have Paid your club fees Registered or renewed your US Lax membership (PLEASE NOTE: No matter how hard we tried...some forms still need to be printed and mailed in w/o fees. A detailed list of these forms and links to them will be included on your registration confirmation. Your registration will not be complete until these have been returned to the team registrar.) Registration Deadline, January 31st, 2014 Late fees apply after January 17th, 2014 OPTIONAL FORMS (on website): Sunset Lacrosse weekend practice waiver
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Thank you Off-season teams Help wanted Hold the date Boys Program Varsity: Northwest Invitational 3/28-30 JV/JVII: Sisters tourney 5/18-19 Survey results and plans Recruiting Information Summary and hand-off to Coach Dill Q&A
Girls Program Practice Schedule Official Practices start March 3rd. They are generally M-F 5:15pm-7:15pm except for game days and if otherwise specified. Players need to be dressed and warmed up by start time. Players should have all required equipment (including both cleats and running shoes) with them at all practices. Players will be required to wear goggles and mouth guard at all times. NO jewelry or cell phones. Tryout information All players will be placed on either Varsity or JV. Varsity Tryouts will be held after the first week of practice. The number of players selected for Varsity will depend on the total number of players trying out and the skill level of each player. Selections will be based upon the following criteria (not in any particular order): 1) Performance of Lacrosse Skills 2) Field sense and understanding of Team strategy 3) Work Ethic, Heart 4) Ability to work with other players 5) Athletic ability 6) Coachability, Skill Learning Coaching staff reserves the right to swing players between JV and Varsity depend ing on team need and player performance. Varsity Letters will be issued to all players officially moved to Varsity by the coaching staff.
Playing Time As a coaching staff we expect players to be dedicated to the team and to work hard physically and mentally to improve individually and as a group. We strive to make practices exciting and fun for players, while keeping up the desired level of intensity necessary to improve. Playing time will be generally determined by the following criteria: 1) Team needs 2) Position 3) Performance of Lacrosse Skills 4) Field sense and understanding of Team strategy 5) Heart, aggressiveness 6) Dedication to team (includes practice attendance and effort) 7) Game time coaching decisions based on the immediate needs of the team Sportsmanship/Behavior Players, Coaches and Parents When any of us makes a commitment to this team we make a commitment to represent Sunset High School and it s community both on and off the field. We hope and expect that Parent, coach and especially player behavior will be appropriate and respectful at all times and places. We should treat other people, and their facilities, as we would like our players, fans, coaches and facilities to be treated. We hope the players will be good examples to other players and their peers of sportsmanship, respect, discipline, friendliness, acceptance and perseverance. Our behavior should always reflect positively on our school and community. Should any questions arise about playing time players should discuss their concerns and needed areas of growth with the coaching staff. Players should feel free to contact Coach Amber at any time for any reason.call, email or text 801-735-3381 amberec@gmail.com PRACTICE/ GAME ATTENDANCE: Players must attend and participate with full effort in all practices, games, meetings and other team events. Our team can only reach its potential with every player putting in a full effort. Should a player need to be excused from practice she needs to contact Coach Amber Christensen PRIOR to that practice. Unexcused absences or less than full effort at practice may result in any or all of the following at the discretion of the coaching staff and Board: 1) Loss of game time 2) Suspension or Dismissal from practices and games 3) Dismissal from team In addition we strongly encourage support between our two teams and through the youth program. We are one program. The improvement and success of our Youth, JV and Varsity players strongly influence the success of our program as a whole. We encourage players from all teams to, when possible, attend each others games, work together for improvement and encourage each other. We all become better as a team by teaching and helping each other to improve and by watching and learning from others. Opportunities for Coaching at the youth level are also available and we strongly encourage participation.