Players Name: _______________________
Parents Name: _______________________
Phone Number: _______________________
Cell Number: _______________________
Street Address: _______________________
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Boys Soccer 2013/2014
I attended the spring meeting and understand all of the requirements and rules presented: (signature) ____________________________
2013-2014 PATRIOT PLAYER/PARENT
MEETING
Boys SoccerWith our lack of experience, size, and
speed this will become even more evident:
“Talent Wins Games
TEAMWORK Wins Championships”
Welcome and Introductions
Athletic Director, Mark Murphy Varsity Head Coach, Kevin Robins JV Head Coach, Matthew Robins Assistant Coach, (Vacant) Booster President, Tomako Thaldorf Booster Vice President, Holly Junkin Booster Treasurer, Lynette Barker Booster Secretary, Angie Capriola
Important Web Site(s)
WHS AD Web Site http://boe.jeff.k12.wv.us//Domain/1487
WHS Boys Soccer Web Site http://boe.jeff.k12.wv.us//Domain/596 Calendar of Events Soccer Schedules Important Training Information Statistics and Awards
IMPORTANT DATES
Soccer Camp Hosted by WHS Boys Soccer 10 Jun – 13 Jun 2013 (8:00 am – 12:00 pm)
Summer Training (10 June – 28 June 2013) Goalkeepers (6:00 pm – 7:15 pm) Field Players (6:00 pm – 7:15 pm) Scrimmage (7:15 pm – 8:30 pm)
Musselman High School Scrimmage Fest Saturday, 15 Jun 2013 7 v 7 (two teams - older (based on varsity
experience then age) and younger) $20.00 per player (first 20 players to sign up)
IMPORTANT DATES Conditioning (Voluntary but encouraged)
Begin July 22, 2013 on Monday – Thursday 7:00 – 8:00 pm on the track/turf Preparation for the ManU Fit and/or Beep Test
Team Camp (Voluntary) Appalachian State (Jul 24 – 27, 2013) See Boosters for more information
Tryouts (Mandatory) 5 Aug – 8 Aug 2013 (5:00 pm – 8:30 pm) Selection Letters - 8 Aug 2013 (After Practice) Uniform Distribution - 10 Aug 2013 (9:00 am – 12:00
pm)
IMPORTANT DATES Team Picnic
10 Aug (12:00 pm) Jefferson Memorial park
Practice and Games through Nov 2013 Practice Times for 12 Aug – Start of School
Monday through Friday (5:00 pm – 8 :30 pm) Saturday (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)
Practice Once School Begins Monday through Friday (3:30 pm – 6:00 pm) No Saturday practices planned at this time
Games can begin on 23 Aug 2013 Schedule posted on
http://schedules.schedulestar.com/Washington-High-School-Charles-Town-WV
IMPORTANT DATES
Scrimmages TBD (Week of 12 Aug 2013)
First Game Tuesday, 27 Aug 2013 versus Spring Mills (7:00 pm)
Overnight Trip Right now none are scheduled This may change as we get closer to season
Longer Trips Elkins – Sept 7th (Varsity Only as of today) Buckhannon – Oct 5th (Varsity Only as of today) Wheeling Park – Oct 12th (JV and Varsity)
OTHER DATES
Media Day (Pictures) TBD – Mid August
Senior Day Saturday, Oct 19th vs. Morgantown
Team Banquet TBD - Mid November
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY
Complete athletic physical Must be signed by a parent and the physician Must have been performed after 1 June 2013 Will remain on file with the Athletic Trainer Free Physicals are given at Harpers Ferry Family
Medicine on Friday prior to Summer Training Med Express Urgent Care is now offering $20.00
sports physicals for student-athletes Athletic Questionnaire Insurance waiver Signed copy of WHS athletic handbook
Will be provided by Coach or AD after selection
ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY
Copy of previous semesters Report Card Signed Medical Card
Will be provided at tryouts by Coach or Trainer
Must be enrolled in Washington High School Must have received at least 2.0 GPA the
previous semester Any player under a 2.5 GPA may be subject to
attend a mandatory study hall (days and times are TBA)
We have maintained one of the highest GPA in school
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
Must attend at least 4 periods to participate in Practice or Games
Must have attended 7 practices before participating in a scrimmage and 14 practices before playing in a real game
Team Rules OSS equals no contact with team during
suspension and subject to additional restrictions Additional game suspensions Removal from team
ISS equals no game/no practice that day but the player is required to attend
Any disciplinary action taken in school will result in a loss of playing time or suspension from team
NEW: If player misses practice day before game they will not be allowed to play the next day
Exception: tutoring or school activity related
Team Rules Players will wear dress pants, dress shirt, and tie
on game days If your hair is in your eyes you will get it cut or
wear a hair band on the field Players MUST ride the bus to and from away
games Exception: The Athletic Director receives a note
from a parent at least a day prior to the trip Exceptions would include: family emergency, college
visit
Team Goals Set the example for all athletes at WHS Applying what it means to relentlessly pursue
excellence Motivating the team to believe in themselves Laying a foundation for how to play the game Maintain a disciplined approach to the game and
in life Develop character through hard work
“ACCOUNTABILITY” = “SUCCESS” Improve every time we step on the field
Lettering RequirementsVARSITY - Letter Play in ½ of total minutes or ½ the games Be a member of the roster the entire season Be in good standing with the team and school
JV – Certificate Play in 1/3 of total minutes or 1/3 the games Be a member of the roster the entire season Be in good standing with the team and school
An attendance rate of 95% is required for all soccer activities to receive a letter or pin.
Coach’s Role Coaches will:
Be a mentor Facilitate plans and practices in a supervisory role Instruct, Inspire, and Inform Enforce sportsmanship & sport etiquette
Coaches will NOT: Provide day care Provide taxi service Put an individual players needs over that of the
team
PLAYER’S ROLE Academics first… Adhere to rules and policies Show RESPECT for: School Officials, Teammates,
Coaches, Referees, Opponents
Be supportive of the team and school Practice sportsmanship and sport etiquette Remain physically fit Challenge yourself everyday Oh and did I say ACADEMICS FIRST!
PARENT’S ROLE
Support your son and other players Be a positive “FAN” Refrain from invading the designated team area
at practice or during games Participate in the Boosters to support the team Drop off and pick up your student on time
Keep lines of communication open
Open Communication Encourage your player to talk with the coaches if they don’t
understand something or issues occur on the field Let us coach… You may not understand why we made a
decision and it prevents mixed signals If you have a problem or issue you would like to discuss follow
this etiquette: Check with the player and ask if they have talked with the coaching
staff Never approach coaches if irritated. Please wait until the next day in
order to reflect and calmly discuss Will always be two coaches or AD in attendance
PLEASE… remember this is High School and playing time is NOT guaranteed on Varsity or JV
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS NOCSAE Approved Shin Guards Cleats
Grass Fields (Firm Ground/Soft ground) Turf Fields (Firm Ground/Turfs)
Under Armor High School rules require the team to wear matching
compression gear White Compression Shirt and White Compression Shorts (Warm
Weather) White Compression Shirt and Black Long Leggings (Cold Weather)
Running Shoes for practice Water bottle – Players WILL NOT be allowed to share a
cup or bottle
Information for Varsity Players
This is a MUST for Juniors and Seniors: Take your SAT and/or ACT Register with the NCAA Clearinghouse Provide your athletic and academic information for your player
profiles Begin contacting College(s) now
Find the schools that have your degree program of choice I will contact coach if requested Visit school and request meeting with coach Seniors can schedule a work out with the team in the spring
Video Tape if we can get a parent or student to provide this service to our players
Volunteers
Team requires the following assistance: Team Manager (Student) Announcer for Home Games Statistician for all games (can travel with team) Photographer Videographer
BOOSTERS require help with their activities