INTRAMURALS

Intramurals In your own words, write a definition of intramurals. Definition – Part of a school’s physical education program geared to the skills and abilities of the entire student population and consists of voluntary participation in games, sport, and other activities Must include a wide variety of activities so average students get a chance to use skills he/she was introduced to in class. Interscholastic Program – program designed for students possessing athletic ability to excel in their particular sport. Emphasis on competition.

Scope of Physical Education Program Instructional Program Leadership,801,401 Interscholastic Program Soccer, volleyball, basketball, etc. Intramural Program During noon hour Does it have to be?

Interscholastic Programs (between schools) Justification Sufficient interest of student body Sufficient # of superior performers Adequate facilities for practice & games Sufficient funding Proper equipment and transportation Competent coaching Positive educational experiences

Intramural Programs Objectives 1- Health Physical and Emotional 2- Skill Development Basic Components of sport Give me an example

Objectives Continued 3- Social Development Peer interaction Sportpersonship Reactions 4- Recreation Carry over value Post high school

Organizational Considerations Publicity and promotion The student body should be well aware of upcoming activities with the use of posters, announcements, athletics board, etc. Units of competition Sign up system Home room system Age groupings Draft

Types of Competition 3 most common Leagues Tournaments Meets

Intramurals vs. Interscholastics At your desk with the person beside you. Make a list of Pro’s & Con’s for each intramurals and school sport. You should be able to come up with a minimum of 5 points for each.