FHS GIRLS LACROSSE 2018 FEB. 26TH 2018

PURPOSE STATEMENT I coach to help young athletes grow a love for sports while developing life skills such as teamwork, fulfilling commitments, and punctuality that they can carry with them into their personal and future professional lives.

MEET THE COACHES STEPH LAVICTOIRE, HEAD COACH 2010 Rosemount High School 2013 MN State University, Mankato Communication Studies Cum Laude Honors Also works at Transport America in Eagan FYLA 2011 4th Season at FHS

BRAD ALBANO ASSISTANT COACH I played football at Bemidji State University where I received my degree in Sport Management, eventually to pursue my master's in athletic training. I work at farmington health & fitness next to family fresh grocery store. I also coach gymnastics at farmington gymnastics center and for the high school. I have coached college football for 1 year, high school football for 2 years. I've coached gymnastics for what will be 8 years coming up both at the high school and club levels.

BECKY GENZLER JV COACH/ASSISTANT COACH I graduated from Farmington in 2015 where I was a member of the varsity lacrosse team for 5 years and a captain my senior year. Played club lacrosse with Minnesota Lakers for 6 years. Attended Augsburg College for my freshman year where I played on the D3 women’s lacrosse team. Transferred to the University of Minnesota before the start of my sophomore year where I am now a member of the D1 Club women’s lacrosse team. Coached 2 seasons with FYLA, 2 seasons as the JV coach at Lakeville North and 1 season with LLA.

COACHING EXPECTATIONS Be a positive role model Coach every athlete Communicate Commitment

COACHING PHILOSOPHY Athletes will not be yelled at for mistakes, especially in practice. On task behavior and full effort is expected. Playing time is based on various circumstances and factors Attendance, effort, team chemistry, attitude, coach’s discretion

GOALS AND HOPES FOR THE SEASON Have everyone involved. On and off of the field Build a friendly, fun, and memorable season Items that don’t show up on stat sheet to dominate our team environment and culture Heart, effort, passion, enthusiasm, dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Athletes to leave the season with a greater love for the game. Gain skills and tactical knowledge to improve.

PLAYER EXPECTATIONS Be on time to practice, games, film, weight training, and other lacrosse events. Follow ALL MSHSL rules. This includes substance abuse. Be mindful of social media. Maintain passing grades in all classes. Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic all season. Remember you represent FHS; sportsmanship is a must. Team, teammate, self Being part of the team is a privilege Respect everyone: opponent, ref, parents, coaches, school employees Attend class- we get a report every day if you miss class or if you are tardy at anytime in the day.

TIME MANAGEMENT Time management is essential for success during our busy season. Missing practice for another activity/sport is an unexcused absence. Manage academics. Missing practice because class time was not used properly is an unexcused absence. Your grades are checked on a regular basis. We will bring issues to you if/when we find them. Communicate absences/tradies to coaches ASAP. Email or phone is acceptable. Messages through teammates is not acceptable.

PARENT EXPECTATIONS Support your child’s efforts and successes. Let coaching staff know of any medical concerns regarding your child. Provide and model a positive environment, sportsmanship, and mature behavior. Treat faculty, coaches, other parents, opponents, refs, and athletes (including your child) with respect. Allow your athlete to formulate their own opinions. Please do not voice displeasures regarding the team, coaching, playing time, and officials to your child. Support your child. Do not enter the playing area or bench unless permitted by athletic director, facility supervisor, or the coaching staff. Do not text the coaches/athletes during a game.

EXPECTATIONS CONTINUED Allow the athlete to bring concerns to coaches prior to parent involvement. This promotes growth and maturity. If a parent intervenes after the athlete has attempted to discuss matters with the coach the protocol will hold as follows: Allow the student to approach the coach first. Allow situations to simmer 24 hours prior to contacting a coach; do not confront a coach immediately after practice/games as this often does not resolve an issue. Contact the coach to schedule a meeting. The student, parents, and the coaching staff will all meet to address concerns. If needed, the next step is to involve Mr. Tschida or the current Athletic Director at FHS.

Appropriate concerns How to help your athlete improve Equipment Your athletes’ attitude, work ethic, and behavior Treatment of your child mentally and physically Issues not to approach a coach with Playing time Team strategy, play calling, practice structure, and other coaching items Other student athletes

TIME MANAGEMENT CONTINUED Be on time to practices, games, and buses. You are expected to have all equipment on and ready to go 5 mins before practice. You are expected to be 5 minutes early to the bus. Excused absences include: Urgent/serious family issues Required school events (example is band/choir concerts) Illnesses Other

BUS EXPECTATIONS You are required to take the bus to all away games. You are highly encouraged to take the bus back to FHS with the team. If you do not take the bus back, we need a note from a parent/guardian the night before. Horseplay in not tolerated on the bus. If you make a mess clean it up. Please be 5 minutes early to the bus. Both teams will take the same bus to the game and home.

BUS SCHEDULE:

Practice Tardy/Absence 1st unexcused tardy Reminder 2nd unexcused tardy to practice One-half game suspension After 2, each unexcused tardy to practice One-half game suspension per instance Unexcused Absence

Game Tardy/Absence Unexcused tardy (including bus) One-half suspension that game 2nd & subsequent unexcused tardies 1 game suspension Unexcused absence from game 1 game suspension, next game Excused tardies / absences include illness, serious/urgent family issues or required school related activities. No impact If your situation is not listed, please see the coaching staff

LETTERING POLICY On varsity roster for all 13 regular season games and appears in at least 7. Or is on varsity roster for 10 or more games plus sectional playoffs with a game appearance. Attends practice accordingly. Contributes effort and a positive attitude to the advancement of team goals and culture. Abides by MSHSL rules including substance abuse policies. *Coaches reserve the right to award and not award letters due to circumstances not outlined in the criteria.

EQUIPMENT Stick Goggles Water Cleats, not mandatory, but highly encouraged Mouth guard, we encourage you to have two (keep one with the managers)

PRACTICE SCHEDULE 3:30-5:00/5:15 Indoor and outdoor clothes are a must, including shoes Dress for the weather; we have practiced in snow, rain, and heat before. Practice schedule is subject to change due to various circumstances such as weather. Have shoes with that you can use in the weight room.

TRYOUTS April 2-3 will be a practice April 4-6 If you are not registered to play you will not be able to tryout/practice until this is complete. No exceptions. Your physical needs to be up to date, this can hinder registration. The fee to register is $210. http://farmington.feepay.com/ call 651-252-2514 with questions Teams will be announced by having face to face meetings with each athlete Teams are not permanent, we have the right to move athletes between teams if necessary. We have capacity for a maximum of 40 student athletes.

KEY DATES MYAS Tourney: March 2-4 Feed My Starving Children March 12 8:00-9:30pm Tryouts: April 4-6 Pictures: April 9th Eden Prairie Scrimmage: April 13 Senior night: 5/19 Youth night: 5/10 Teacher appreciation night: 5/3 Team dinners: 4/19, 5/9, and 5/14 Banquet:6/21

SCHEDULE Available on the team website and the southsuburbanconference.org Subject to change due to various circumstances, particularly weather.

OPEN GYM DATES

TEAM APPAREL If orders are not in within the ordering window, you will not be able to order items from the store. The store is open from 2/26 to 3/7. We will email the link and post it to social media. We will not open the store for a second wave to order. The final day to turn in your warm up sizes is 3/7. If you miss the cut off you will need to work directly with the sales rep. **We will cover more of this in the booster presentation.

SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter coach account: @fhscoachsteph Twitter team account: @FarmingtonGLAX Facebook link: http://www.facebook.com/FHSGirlsLax Website: http://www.tigerfanclub.org/girlslacrosse