Welcome to the Mustang Family! Parent-Athlete Meeting Fall Sports August 3rd 2017 Opening Comments/Presentation – Chris Reagle (AAM) School Principal – Tammy Goldeisen

Mustang Boosters Website: mrhs-boosters.com Spirit Wear Orders for Families Volunteer Opportunities Memberships Boosters Gala Ways to support your school, team, and student! Mustang Boosters

MRHS Athletic Electronic Info. Sign Up for E-School News Daily: Updates – www.hcpssnews.com Follow Us on twitter: @mrhs_mustangs and @hcpss_mrhs Marriotts Ridge Athletics Webpage: mrhs.hcpss.org/athletics.activities MRHS Athletic Electronic Info.

Athletic Injuries/Return to Play Athletic Trainer/Injury Protocol Trainer – Carly Hayes If an athlete is injured…. - Athlete should see the trainer BEFORE you see a doctor. - The trainer will discuss the injury with the athlete’s parents and the coach. - The trainer will recommend seeing a doctor, a period of rest/rehabilitation, or a collaborative decision will be made between the trainer, coach, and parent on next steps. Athletic Injuries/Return to Play

Concussion Testing/Return to Play Carly Hayes – PIVOT/MRHS Athletic Trainer Baseline testing is voluntary but all other protocols are still in place If an athlete suffers a concussion and is cleared to return by his/her physician, the school trainer will commence the “return to play” process (5 levels). For more information go to www.hcpss.org -athletics- sports injury awareness-

Concussion Testing (Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Cheer) 2:00 PM in the media center 8/2 – Football 8/3 – Soccer 8/7 – Field Hockey/Volleyball 8/8 – Cheer/Make ups 8/9 Make ups Pictures – 8/28 or 8/29 – Look for forms coming home with athletes IMPORTANT: ALL Athletes MUST have their FAMILY FILE (Emergency Procedure Information) updated on hcpss-connect PRIOR to the first game, or they will not be allowed to play. Important Dates

Academic Eligibility Policy 9070 A full time student earns academic eligibility to participate in extra-curricular activities by maintaining a 2.0 GPA calculated using credit and non-credit courses, with no more than one E for the marking period which governs eligibility. 4th Quarter Grades determines Fall Eligibility Rising 9th graders are ALL academically eligible for Fall sports only! Academic Eligibility

Athletic Registration Online registration begins 2017-18 school year. Parents can fill out all required forms online but need to upload the following: Sports Physical Form – dated after April 1, 2017 Proof of Residency – BGE, water, cable bill, or lease (utility bills must be dated July 1, 2017 or later

Please have your registration submitted and complete at least 24 hours prior to your tryout. Students are not permitted to participate with incomplete paperwork per HCPSS regulations. Online Registration

JV and Varsity Philosophies Junior Varsity Developmental for varsity level Playing time is NOT guaranteed. Practice times/locations may vary All games may NOT be played (weather) Varsity Developmental for higher level Playing time is NOT guaranteed. Practice times/locations may vary Priority over JV games (make-ups) JV and Varsity Philosophies

Out of School Participation MPSSAA Policy Students participating in an interscholastic program may only participate in an outside of school program (club) at the same time and retain eligibility as long as he/she does not miss a practice and/or game due to outside participation.

Late Arrival/Early Departure Student must be present for a half day to participate in athletic events held that day (minimum of three periods or in school by 10:40 a.m.) All exceptions need PRIOR administrative approval.

Academic Help and Locker Room Security Plan In the event a student needs to stay after school for academic help, he/she should go to the locker room, inform the coach, get ready for practice, then go see the teacher by 2:30. The team rooms will be LOCKED by the coach when he/she heads out to practice. Academic Help and Locker Room Security Plan

Communication You Should Expect from Your Child’s Coach Philosophy of the coach Expectations the coach has for your child, as well for the team Dates, times and locations of all practices and contests Player accountability Fundraising opportunities Additional team policies

Issues NOT appropriate to discuss with Coaches Playing time and/or position Team strategy Play calling Other student athletes

Coaches/Parents/Participants Coaches have the final say over team selection, playing time and discipline of players. Student-Athletes are encouraged to self-advocate in regards to areas of improvement. Coaching strategy is determined by the coaching staff. Accepting a position on the team includes acceptance of the procedures and guidelines of both HCPSS and Marriotts Ridge High School for the student and parent/guardian. If a parent needs to talk to a coach, please email the coach to set up a meeting time. All conversations should be conducted in a calm and non-threatening manner. If the issues are not resolved, contact the AAM. Coaches/Parents/Participants

Ways You Can Help the Program Join Boosters. Volunteer at concession stands. Help keep up with scores on CSZ. Be a positive fan. Ask the coaches if they need help with administrative tasks. Do NOT yell at referees. Pick up your athlete or fan at the end of a contest.

Spectator Rules of Conduct We ask that fans refrain from: Intimidating or harassing the players, coaches, officials or fans Using profanity Throwing objects Entering the playing area Loitering in the hallways or on school grounds Focus on being positive toward our players rather than negative toward our opponents.

Entrance Into Athletic Events Admission to athletic competitions is a privilege. Any acts of unsportsmanlike conduct may result in removal from the event. Tickets are $3/students and $4/adults. No re-entry into events. No outside food or drinks are permitted into the gym. ONLY Football or Friday night games have an admission charge.

2017 Marriotts Ridge Fall Sports Tryout Information DATE(S) START TIME LOCATION WHAT TO BRING? VOLLEYBALL 8/16 8 AM MAIN GYM Practice attire FIELD HOCKEY 8/14 7 AM BERMUDA FIELD Stick/Goggles/Cleats Cross Country Track Running attire Football 8/9 Weight Room Running shoes/Cleats Girls Soccer Running shoes/Cleats/Shin Guards Boys Soccer Grass Field Golf 8/21 TBD Waverly Golf Course Clubs/Golf Attire

Breakout Sessions Cheerleading – room 116 Cross Country – room 115 Field Hockey – Chorus room (102) Football - auditorium Golf – room 118 Boys soccer – Tech Ed room (121) Girls soccer – Tech Ed room (127) Volleyball - Cafeteria Breakout Sessions