Fall SportsMeet the Coach Night

Monday August 27, 2012

Important ContactsDirector of Student Activities- JOE SWARMAsst. Director – JOE VARGOAsst. Director- LAURA CAMPBELL-clubsAsst. Director- STEPHEN MOODY-special

projectsAdmin. Asst. – KATHY VEONIHead Athletic Trainer – JOHN REYNOLDSAssistant Athletic Trainer – JIM SPENGLERActivities Hotline: 703-883-4740Activities Office: 703-714-5409

FALL COACHESCHEERLEADING

BRENDA MASSEY

CROSS COUNTRYDARRELL GENERAL

FIELD HOCKEYCHRISTINA CARROLL

FOOTBALLGREG SULLIVAN

CO-ED GOLFSTEPHEN MOODY

GIRLS GOLFKEVIN CURTAIN

VOLLEYBALLCHAD BRIZEK

Marshall Athletic Booster President

Margaret KerfootGC Marshall Athletic Sports website--http://www.statesmensports.org/

This website is updated on a daily basis and provides  you and your athlete the most current information for each season.

 Forms, Directions to other schools, College Recruiting Information, Clubs, SGA and Class Officers, Hall of Fame and more – please bookmark this website!

 Sign up for E-Mail Alerts!  Post Pictures of your specific teams on the website, check rosters, and scores.  Check out what your boosters are doing for you and your athletes.  Purchase Spirit Wear from the website (which the Boosters get a percentage of

the profit)   Advertise on the website – each month over 5,000 hits to the website that is a lot

of publicity and this also goes directly to the Boosters!

 Any questions please call – Kathy Veoni at (703) 714-5409

ACTIVITIES OFFICE COMMUNICATION TOOLwww.gcmstatesmensports.org

George C. Marshall High School

Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence

Reconnect with your friends and classmates at this once in a lifetime event!

Tours of the renovation updates 3- 4PM on Friday, September 28th Homecoming Game- Friday, September 28th-7:30PMGolf Tournament-Penderbrook Golf Club- Oct. 5th 18 HOLE 4 PLAYER SCRAMBLE(Captains Choice)Registration – 12:00(noon)Shotgun Start1:00pm

George C. Marshall High School

Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence

  Friday, November 9th50th Anniversary Gala

&2012 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions

Fairview Park Marriott 6:30PM- midnight. 

GCM Athletic Training ProgramJohn Reynolds MS, ATC, VATL

Full-time Athletic Trainer BS Ithaca College; MS Indiana State University;

MS NOVA Southeastern University 16th year at Marshall

Jim Spengler ATC, VATL Associate Athletic Trainer BS Ohio State University 1st year at Marshall

Kate Romm- Athletic Training Student George Mason University

Dr. Kevin Sumida- Team Physician Orthopedic surgeon, Commonwealth Orthopedics

Vienna Family Medicine

ATC contact info:Office: 703-714-5492Cell: 703-932-1946Email: john.reynolds@fcps.edu

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)What is an Athletic Trainer?

Minimal 4 year degree and successful completion of National Accreditation Exam

Not the “trainer” at the local gymLicensed by Virginia’s Board of Medicine to practice athletic

training

ResponsibilitiesPrevention of injuries/ re-injury Recognition, evaluation, and assessment of injuries and

illnessesImmediate care of injuries and illnessesRehabilitation and reconditioning of injuriesOrganization and administration Professional development and responsibility

Athletic Trainer CoverageAthletic Training Room Coverage

The Athletic Trainer will be available for evaluations, treatments, rehabilitation, and questions from student athletes, parents, and physicians each school day afternoon.

Athletic Contest CoverageAll contests indicated below are covered by the home ATC.

FallFootball (Varsity, JV, Freshman)Field Hockey (Varsity, JV)Volleyball (varsity, JV, Freshman)Cheer (Varsity, JV)Cross Country

Assumption Of RiskNot all injuries can be preventedCatastrophic injuries can occur in any

sport

The comprehensive care provided by the FCPS Athletic Training Program has

been shown to reduce the initial severity of injury and the incidence of

re-injury.

InjuriesAll injuries & illnesses must be reported to

the Athletic Trainers prior to a return to activity regardless of severity or physician consultation

Our philosophy is to return injured athletes to participation in the quickest and SAFEST manner possible.

Rehabilitation and reconditioning is a primary role of the Certified Athletic TrainersEvery injury will benefit from some form of

rehabilitation

When an Injury OccursIf minor, you will be notified in writingIf more severe, we will contact you by phone

Please make sure we have current contact numbers!R.I.C.E.S.

Rest Ice

If ice comes from a freezer, provide a barrier between ice and skin Compression Elevation

Above the heart Support

Physician – Please bring in a note that informs us of diagnosis, what rehab or treatment the physician would like, and the participation status.

Return To PlayDescribes a process rather than a singular event

Discrete steps of increasing intensityOccurs over period of days → weeks

Depends on nature/severity of injury

Includes:Regular evaluation & treatment by ATC

Strengthening, range of motion, proprioceptionSport specific skillsGraduated participation during practices

In most cases, students should demonstrate ability to play during PRACTICE before competing in a game

A parent, coach, family physician, athlete, administrator, ATC, or team physician can exclude an athlete from participationAll must be in agreement that the student can and should

play

NutritionGood nutrition should be a priorityProper hydration is essential

22-24 oz of H20 for every pound lostThere is no quick fix… real food is far better

than any pill or supplement60-70% carbohydrates15% protein15% fat

SteroidsSigns and Symptoms: Severe Acne, mood

swings, aggression, depression, very fast strength gains, change in physical characteristics , and others.

Certified athletic trainers are a resource regarding effects of Steroids

The consequences for being caught using steroids is 2 years disqualification from sports. (Virginia state law)

SupplementsNatural and synthetic substances, minimal/no

regulation by FDASupplements are not regulated generally not

recommended for children/adolescentsGenerally legal, but may be illegal for sale to

minorsIncludes creatine, protein powders, amino

acid supplements, ephedra and caffeine

No FCPS employee can supply, endorse or encourage the use of nutritional supplements

Communicable InfectionMRSA

MRSA is a “Staph” infection: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus

MRSA does not respond to some common antibiotics, but…

It is treatable, however…Like other infections, MRSA infection can become very

serious if left untreatedSevere infections can be prevented by practicing proper

hygiene and early detection

H1N1 (Swine Flu) If your athlete has a rapid onset of: fever, sore throat,

chest congestion, and or body aches; they should inform the athletic trainer by phone, stay home and see their family physician.

Specific DOs and DON’TsDO:

Shower daily after practice or competition using soap

Bring clean clothes each day to practiceReport any suspicious lesion on your skin to

the ATCs

DO NOT:Share clothingShare towelsShare personal products like soap or

deodorantAllow water bottles/coolers to make contact

with your mouth

Parents: Please reinforce ALL of the above

Concussions (mTBI)Concussion is an injury to the brainConcussions can alter your ability to learnConcussions can be life threateningSigns & Symptoms

Headache Confusion Dizziness Change in personality Difficulty sleeping Difficulty concentrating Loss of appetite Loss of memory

Treatment includes physical and cognitive restImPACT testing

What Is ImPACT?Web-based concussion management toolwww.impacttest.com

Why Are We Using It?This tool helps us determine if the brain has

recovered sufficiently to permit a safe return to participation

Progressively intensive activities are essential for returning to play following concussion

Baseline tests will be conducted this season

Questions?

Thank You!

Marshall HS Athletic Program

2011-2012MARSHALL SCHOLAR

ATHLETES

OF THE OF THE 992992 ATHLETES OVER 3 ATHLETES OVER 3 SEASONS, THE AVERAGE SEASONS, THE AVERAGE

GPA WAS A GPA WAS A 3.53.5

No program carried less than a 3.0 average!

Liberty DistrictFairfax RebelsLangley SaxonsMadison WarhawksMarshall StatesmenMcLean HighlandersSouth Lakes SeahawksStone Bridge BulldogsThomas Jefferson

Colonials

FCPS Participation Pledge PolicyParticipation in activities is a privilege,

not a right.Athletes must conform to high

standards.Violations of the Pledge Policy include:

Drug and/or alcohol use Breaking school rules Other disciplinary issues Sportsmanship

Student Standards of Conduct

Athletes are expected not to put themselves into compromising situations where drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products are being used. If they are at a party where drugs, alcohol or tobacco products are being used, students are expected to leave immediately.

FCPS Student Activities and Athletic Programs/MISSION Participation in student activities is truly a learning experience and an enhancement of the regular school day. National studies and research indicate that:

Participation in athletics and activities promotes citizenship.

Students involved in activities have higher grade point averages than do nonparticipants.

Students involved in activities have better attendance records than do nonparticipants.

NFHS MISSION/STATEMENT“Winning on the professional level is required.

Winning on the collegiate level has become expected.

Winning on the high school level should be a pleasant by-product to what you’re really supposed to be doing which is developing young people into good citizens”

Robert Kanaby, Executive Director, NFHS

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENTThe primary role of high school athletics is to

build lifetime character traits in the young people who are in our care.

We must never lose sight of the big picture – that our athletic programs are primarily for the benefit of the students who participate in them.

COMMUNICATION COACHES EXPECT FROM PARENTS Concerns expressed directly to the coach. Notification of any schedule conflicts well in

advance. Specific concern in regard to a coach's

philosophy and/or expectations. Medical or physical limitations of your child.

COMMUNICATION COACHES EXPECT FROM PARENTS

As your children become involved in the athletic programs they will experience some of the most challenging and rewarding moments of their lives. It is important to understand that times may also arise when things do not go the way you or your child wants. At these times, discussion first with your child, and then with the coach, if needed, is encouraged.

APPROPRIATE CONCERNS TO DISCUSS WITH COACHES

The treatment of your child, mentally and physically.

Ways to help your child improve.

Concerns about your child's behavior.

ISSUES NOT APPROPRIATE TO

DISCUSS WITH COACHES

Playing time.

Team strategy.

Play-calling.

Other student-athletes.

IF YOU HAVE A CONCERN TO DISCUSS WITH A COACH, THIS IS THE PROCEDURE YOU SHOULD FOLLOW:

* Call the coach to discuss or to set up an appointment. * If the coach cannot be reached, call the Director of Student Activities (DSA).  He will set up the meeting for you. * Please do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach.  Meetings of this nature do not generally promote resolution.

PARENTS/FANSThe Role of the Parent in Athletics

Release Them to the GameBy releasing a child to the game the parent is

telling their athlete all the successes are theirs and the failures are theirs.

“I LOVE WATCHING YOU PLAY”

One comment from a parent that can always be sincerely said and received by a young athlete.

By Program:Football (cafeteria: front ½ near

auditorium)Cheer (Room 135-culinary)Volleyball (cafeteria near the gym)Golf: Statesmen Room in the back of

the LibraryCross Country: LibraryField Hockey: Michael Hall

7:00pm Small Group Meetings: