YMCA BASKETBALL Jonathan Welcome Coaches!

CONTACT INFO Jonathan Nims- Sports Coordinator 377-4886 Ext. 801 Jonathan.Nims@ymcatvidaho.org Melissa Rima - Sports Coordinator 377-4886 Ext. 819 Melissa.Rima@ymcatvidaho.org Dane Knickrehm– Sports Director 855-5711 Ext. 802 Dane.Knickrehm@ymcatvidaho.org youthsports@ymcatvidaho.org We all introduce ourselves 

THE Y: MISSION DRIVEN Youth Development Social Responsibility Healthy Living Kaylee SAY: The Treasure Valley Family YMCA works to strengthen the foundation of our community by developing successful youth, engaging people in healthy living, and inspiring a commitment to social responsibility. We provide support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. Our mission is the foundation for everything that we do at the Y and in order to be successful in the three focus areas, we feel it is important for all staff to understand how their role contributes to the development of youth and building a stronger community. VALUES- Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility

It All Starts with YOU Be a Role Model Positive and Enthusiastic Lead by example Exude confidence Encourage Kids to be a Role Model What is a role model? Can you name a role model in your life? When have you been a role model? Name someone who you can be a role model for? Jonathan SAY: You are the one’s interacting with the kids on a daily basis. If you encompass all the components of mind, spirit, body, they are going to notice! It’s also important to encourage kids to be role models. Just because they aren’t adults does not mean that they can’t be role models. They have the potential to influence their peers and family members.

PRE-SEASON RESPONSIBILITIES Review Coaching Guide & Plan Your Season Define success Develop a basic practice outline Be enthusiastic & positive Volunteer Interest Form Background Check Coaches, Assistant Coaches Protects coaches, parents and players MUST be turned in and processed before you receive roster Fill out forms and send to coordinator Call All Families Introduce yourself Inform them of practice locations and times Ask them to bring a basketball, appropriate clothing and a water bottle to practice Let parents know their TEAM # If numbers do not work, contact Sports Coordinator Conduct a Parent Meeting Review your goals Distribute and collect consent to treat forms (In Binder) Assign jobs (Team Parents, Snacks, Calling List, Email List) Enjoy Your Practice! Jonathan

Practice Information At Your Gym No practice days Practice Location Greet the custodian Locate restrooms and drinking fountain Be wary of school equipment Keep kids and family out the halls (Gym & Bathrooms Only!) Gyms are a privilege, not a right No practice days Each school varies Practice changes Holidays/In-service Practice Location Jonathan

PLAYERSPACE League management System Used for all league communication Where schedules will be posted Where Rosters can be found Email teams directly If parent/players information is incorrect please notify YMCA Staff Jonathan

Team Page Post messages Jonathan

Roster Jonathan

E-mail/Message Team Jonathan

Contact Jonathan

League Home Page Jonathan

Coaching/League Materials Jonathan

Coaching/League Materials Jonathan Kaylee-Health Stuff

THINGS TO CONSIDER Roster Changes/Parent Issues Report to YMCA Sports Coordinator Coach/Parent Newsletters Weekly information emailed to coaches and parents Picture Information Illuminations Photography 375-9689 www.illuminationsphotography.com Mtn Home : James’ Action & Portrait Photography 208-580-4418 www.jamesactionphotos.com Uniforms Kinder- 2nd Jersey Shirt, 3rd-7th Uniform Top and Shorts Uniform pickup TBD When Emailing or Calling the Y… Name Grade Team # Melissa

GAME DAY Game Schedules Arrive On Time Gym Announcements Emailed to coaches Emailed in weekly newsletter to parents Posted to YMCA sports website Given to YMCA front desk Arrive On Time Games run on 1 hour and 15 minute time slots K-2 will be1 hour time slots Teams are given a 10 minute warm up period at scheduled game time Clock starts at time listed on your schedule Gym Announcements Announce upcoming events or points of emphasis Jonathan/Melissa

Y OFFICIALS Our Officials Will… As a Coach… Role model character values Make appropriate calls, teach correct play, encourage players Provide players and families a positive atmosphere Give their best effort Adhere to YMCA policy and enforce YMCA rules As a Coach… Be friendly, get to know our referees Be respectful, despite your opinion Remember they are NOT professionals Expect some things to be missed Take time to talk with them before and during games. Role model positive interaction to your players Never openly criticize a referee Do not blame a win or loss on a referee Melissa

Unlawful harassment prevention It is the policy of the Y to expressly forbid any form of unlawful harassment on the basis of a person’s age, gender, disability, religion, national origin, or race. The term “harassment” includes, but is not limited to: Verbal harassment Physical harassment Visual harassment Sexual harassment Jonathan

Concussions THE FACTS A concussion is a brain injury All concussions are serious Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness Concussions can occur in any sport Recognition and proper management of concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death Kaylee

Recognizing a possible concussion Watch for the following two things among athletes: A forceful blow to the head or body that results in rapid movement of the head AND Any change in the athlete’s behavior, thinking, or physical functioning Kaylee Signs Observed by Coaching Staff Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment or position Forgets sports plays Is unsure of game, score or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness Shows behavior or personality changes Can’t recall events prior to hit or fail Symptoms Reported by Athlete Headache Nausea or vomiting Balance problems or dizziness Double or blurry vision Sensitivity to light Sensitivity to noise Felling sluggish, hazy, foggy or groggy Concentration or memory problems Confusion Does not “feel right”

Concussion Action Plan Remove the athlete from play Ensure that the athlete is evaluated right away by an appropriate health care professional Inform the athlete’s parents or guardians about the possible concussion Keep the athlete out of play the day of the injury and until a health care professional says it’s OK. Kaylee SAY: Look for the signs and symptoms of a concussion if your athlete has experienced a bump or blow to the head. Athletes who experience signs or symptoms of concussion should not be allowed to return to play the day of the injury. When in doubt, keep the athlete out of play. SAY: Do not try to judge the severity of the injury yourself. Health care professionals have a number of methods that they can use to assess the severity of concussions. SAY: Make sure they know that the athlete should be seen by a health care professional experienced in evaluating for concussion. SAY: A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain recovers from the first can slow recovery or increase the likelihood of having long-term problems. Prevent common long-term problems and the rare second impact syndrome by delaying the athlete’s return to the activity until the player receives appropriate medical evaluation and approval for return to play.

Heat Exhaustion/Dehydration Symptoms Cool, moist skin with goose bumps when in the heat Heavy sweating Dizziness Fatigue Nausea Headache Action Plan Stop all activity and rest Move to a cooler place Drink cool water or sports drink Kaylee

Safety at Practice Emergency Action Plan Active Shooter Posted by the gym doors of each school Know the Exits When to evacuate? Active Shooter Run, Hide, Fight Have a plan Improvised weapons

Annual Giving Campaign What is the Annual Giving Campaign? What is our Y’s Impact in the Community? Our Community needs the Y AGC Staff Campaign How can you get involved? Team Captain Team Member WHAT IS THE STRONG KIDS CAMPAIGN (SKC)? SKC is a structured annual fundraising campaign that is volunteer led and staff driven. The campaign tells the story of the Y’s impact in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and places a high priority on making personal visits to secure gifts to support financial assistance for children, adults, and families to participate in the Y’s life-changing programs and services. SKC is an Association-wide effort with campaigns simultaneously running throughout all of our Y branches (Caldwell, Child Development, Downtown, Healthy Living, Metro, West, and Youth Development). WHY DO WE HAVE AN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN? SKC is conducted annually to raise awareness of the Y’s impact in the community and to raise funds to support the Y’s work. The campaign helps the Y continue to meet the needs of the Treasure Valley and helps staff and volunteers gain leadership skills and build relationships. WHAT IS MY ROLE AS A VOLUNTEER IN SKC?  You are an ambassador of the YMCA  Share the intentional work the Y is doing to make a difference in Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility  Tell stories that illustrate the ways the Y benefits the community and why we are worthy of contributed support  Identify, cultivate, solicit and thank prospects and donors  Place a high priority on making personal visits to secure gifts  Consider your own interest in making a meaningful contribution to the campaign WHAT IS OUR Y’S IMPACT IN NUMBERS? The Y never turns anyone away due to an inability to pay. Due to the generous support of our donors, we provided $5.9 million in financial assistance (FA) to Treasure Valley residents in 2012.  1,457 youth received FA allowing them to enroll in Y camps and sports programs that helped them gain confidence  1,842 kids learned the life-saving skill of swimming  53,841 Y members used FA to help pay for membership fees, giving them access to life-changing programs and services  599 children attended Y childcare programs that teach caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility OUR COMMUNITY NEEDS THE Y. WHY? BECAUSE. . . Every youth is of promise, yet. . .  only 8% of children have the education and support they need to thrive and succeed  only one out of two children enter Kindergarten socially, emotionally, and academically prepared for school  less than 50% of our children go on to post secondary education  20,000 children in grades k – 6 in the valley are unsupervised after school  drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in children under age 18 The Treasure Valley can be the healthiest place in the world to live, yet. . .  more than half our population is overweight, and one third is obese which can increase health complications like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer  80% of people lack the support, environment, and relationships they need to help them improve their health  too many people do not come to the Y because they still see the Y as only a place to work out

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PLAYER INTRODUCTIONS (Example) Jonathan YMCA BASKETBALL STAFF GUIDE - YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BRANCH

DISCUSSION, RULES AND RESOURCES Have a GREAT season! Jonathan/Melissa