2017 Bismarck High Boys Soccer Player/Parent Meeting

Coaches Andy Foss – Head Coach Matt Binegar – Assistant Coach Michael Frenzel – Goalkeeper Coach Logan Christensen– Varsity Reserve (JV) Coach Shane Kuntz – JV 2 Coach (JV Maroon)

Program expectations The Bismarck High Mission statement: “The mission of Bismarck High School is to foster a tradition of excellence by empowering students to become responsible citizens who make sound personal choices and decisions.” Program expectations

Program Expectations 2 things that you can control every day: Attitude Effort Committed to the team and the program Representing entire BHS Boys soccer program – think about your actions Actions when in public and the community Social Media Bullying/Hazing Will not be tolerated Maintain good academic standing Playing soccer for BHS is a privilege, not a right

Lettering Play in at least 3 varsity matches Maintain good academic standing throughout the season No violations or suspensions for off the field actions

Good Academic Standing Classroom attendance is mandatory Must be passing at least 5 classes Grade checks come out every 2 weeks (Monday)

Important information Please complete before first practice (August 7th) Physical –http://www.sanfordhealth.org/bismarck/sports-physicals View “Know the Risks” video & complete form Pay activity fee of $50 to the office (not to be confused with booster fee, unless family has met maximum)

Important Information “Paperwork” that needs to be done Medical release form Concussion sheet Code of Conduct Activity Fee paid into the office at BHS

Important Dates Online store opens tomorrow morning Will be open from August 2nd until August 13th Get your gear ordered ASAP Wednesday, August 9th - ImPact concussion test date Noon in Room 215 at BHS Monday, August 7th- First Day of Tryouts 4:30 pm at Cottonwood Monday, August 14th – Picture Day

Important Dates Saturday, August 19th– First Varsity game – Crossover in Jamestown Friday, August 25th – First JV 2 game Saturday, September 16th – Senior Night vs Legacy All Seniors dress Varsity Saturday, October 7th – WDA Tournament in Mandan October 12-14 - State Tournament in Jamestown Monday, October 16th – Team Banquet

ImPACT Concussion testing ImPACT concussion testing (August 9th at BHS Rm 215 – Computer Lab next to Library - Noon) Any player new to BPS system – regardless of age Any player that may have missed the testing the previous year ALL freshman ALL juniors Any student-athlete new to the BPS district Those students that missed testing the previous year (i.e. someone who plays 10th grade football but did not play 9th grade football or any other sport 9th grade year) Those students who do not fit into one of the above categories but for some reason missed testing during the 2015-16 school year.

Tryouts August 7th First Day of tryouts First 3 days will be used to evaluate players and decide teams Once teams are decided, teams will begin practicing together. Players may be moved depending on ability and coach’s discretion Players must complete a mandatory 9 practices prior to competing in first game Be prepared when practice begins Bring lots of water If unable to attend a day of tryouts, player can contact Coach Foss via text, phone call or email

Team Website/Communication www.bhsdemonsoccer.net/boys Schedules, rosters, team news, booster news, etc. can be found here Find us on Facebook & Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/bhsboyssoccer/ @BHSDemonSoccer These will be updated frequently. Fastest way to receive practice/game time changes BHS Athletics website Rschool scheduling system

Booster Club Presidents Vice President Secretary Treasurer Tammy Gimbel Vice President Jill Allen Secretary Velvet Schmidt Treasurer Michelle Kuhn

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