Basketball Parent Meeting Basketball Parent Meeting Season

Program Philosophy The Blue Devil basketball program will be built on the development of character and teamwork through emotional and physical improvement. Coaches will model and expect a strong work ethic from each player while providing positive discipline through evaluation and communication. In addition to developing enthusiasm for the game, players will pursue academic excellence as they prepare for life after graduation. Each member of the team will commit to involvement in the overall life of Reading High School and the representation of RHS through community service.

Coaching Staff (High School) Jason Nagelhout – Head Coach o 12 years of coaching experience o Health/Physical Education Teacher Scott Thamann – Assisstant Coach o 2 years of coaching experience o English Teacher Jim Panko – JV Coach/Assistant Coach o 35 Years of coaching experience o Health/Physical Education Teacher at Milford Jr. High School Frank Phillips – Freshman Coach o 2 years of coaching experience o Employed by US Bank

Coaching Staff (Jr. High) Bob Estep – 7 th Grade 7 years in our program Community member Bill Stidham – 8 th Grade 9 years in our program Community member

Player Expectations Academics – 1 st Priority for our student athletes o Grades o Attendance o Behavior Individual o Be on time o Be prepared o Take care of your body o Be a positive role model

Player Expectations (Cont’d) All participants are representatives and ambassadors of our High School and must attempt to create and leave a good impression wherever they are and wherever they go. Every player can make a definite contribution to team success, but in different ways. You have to play very, very, very hard.

Parent Expectations Treat players, coaches, opponents, and officials with respect and dignity. Please keep comments from the sidelines encouraging and/or complimentary. Coaching basketball is to be done only by coaches on staff. Please refrain from coaching or directing your child or other players during all games and practices.

Parent Expectations (Cont’d) Parents should discuss player and/or team concerns and problems directly with the head coach. These discussions will not take place right before or after a game. A meeting should be scheduled. During the meeting, playing time and comparisons to other players will not be discussed. ** Remember, it is not always the five best players. It is the five players that work together the best!

Upcoming Events Pictures: Nov. 26 th 2:20 pm (Varsity) 2:30 pm (JV) 4:45 pm (Freshman) Foundation Game: Nov. 30 th Location: Little Miami High School 7 th 2:15 pm 8 th 3:30 pm 5:00 pm 6:30 pm 8:00 pm

Athletic Trainer Susan Blackson, MS, ATC, CSCS Please see Susan for an injury before sending your child to the doctor; unless it is an emergency. Contact Information: 500 E-Business Way Cincinnati, Ohio Cell:

Useful Internet Sites - Provides league information (rosters, schedules, stats, scores) and directions. - School website (news, upcoming events, cancellations).

Transportation Transportation to and from away games/scrimmages will be provided by First Student. Student-athletes are expected to ride with the team to and from the event.

Participation Fee Make check payable to Reading Athletics Fee : $75 – Turn into the front office or pay online. **Payment plans are available if needed.