1. CONTACT INFO
James Smith –
Office phone
Maria Sisti – Athletic Assistant
Paul Bongiorno - Athletic Trainer
TWITTER @MLHS_Sports

2. MLHS ATHLETICS
MEET THE COACHES NIGHT

3. MLHS ATHLETICS
THE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS EXPERIENCE the most meaningful and the most influential athletic experience in one’s life

5. “There are little eyes upon you
And they watch you day and night...”

6. VALUE OF HS SPORTS
The Value of HS Sports is being muted by travel, club and elite teams. The school and community experience is being overshadowed.
Here in ML we know their value and seek to promote it. The cooperation between parents and teams makes this special.
It is about the Experience

7. The Multi-Sport Athlete
MLHS Athletics prides itself on our participation numbers 73%, 45% Research has shown that the multi-sport athlete is a more valued recruit to college coaches Conversely, the single sport athlete is more prone to injury and to burn out. High School is the time for kids to play more than one sport, even if they intend to play at the collegiate level. For all of the reasons outlined above – the experience can be invaluable.

8. FALL SPORTS

9. Paperwork What did I just sign? Physical Form or Medical Update Form
Once per year
We keep info on hand – each team
If there are special needs or concerns – please make sure all coaches in your son or daughter’s program are aware – as well as Mr. B.
School physicals by Dr. Russo 3 x per year prior to each season.

10. Sudden-Cardiac Death Sign-Off Sheet
NJSIAA Concussion Policy
MLHS - Concussion Protocol
IMPACT test to establish a baseline
Concussion assessment and then if deemed positive
Return to Play Protocol (5 days)
Mr. Bongiorno – use him and reach out to him with any concerns or questions
Sudden-Cardiac Death Sign-Off Sheet

11. TRAINING RULES
A policy we believe in because it is for the benefit and safety of the student-athletes regardless of talent level. No Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco products, Police involvement Removal of the team for that season.

12. COACHES
-EDUCATORS FIRST -VALUE BOTH WINNING AND THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE -THEY CARE ABOUT YOUR KIDS -THEY ARE PROFESSIONALS -THEY TAKE PRIDE IN BEING AT MLHS BECAUSE OF YOUR KIDS + BECAUSE OF THIS COMMUNITY

13. PARENTS
WHAT CAN YOU DO? -LET YOUR CHILD OWN THE EXPERIENCE Let them work through issues -BE POSITIVE AND SUPPORTIVE -TALK ABOUT RELEVANT TOPICS: SOCIAL MEDIA PITFALLS TRAINING RULES DIET and SLEEP WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A TEAMMATE PLAYING TIME -SET A GOOD EXAMPLE - GET INVOLVED – HELP OUT.

14. HOW TO HANDLE ISSUES
IF THERE IS AN ISSUE – YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO COME TALK ABOUT IT. WHO,HOW, AND WHEN ARE VERY IMPORTANT RESPECT THE COACH’S “RULES” USE THE “CHAIN OF COMMAND” 1. ATHLETE TO COACH 2. PARENT AND ATHLETE TO COACH 3. PARENT/ PLAYER TO ATHLETIC DIRECTOR 4. PARENT TO PRINCIPAL/ AD

15. SPORTSMANSHIP- make it a priority
- NJAC CONFERENCE IS MAKING THIS TOPIC A POINT OF EMPHASIS – GOAL IS TO HAVE ML BE A LEADER IN THIS AREA. SET A POSITIVE EXAMPLE + KNOW YOUR ROLE - NO ALCOHOL BEFORE OR DURING GAMES - AVOID COMMENTS TO / CONFRONTATIONS WITH OPPOSING FANS - NEVER SPEAK TO AN OPPOSING PLAYER OR COACH - LET THE OFFICIALS DO THEIR JOB** - REPRESENT MLHS and OUR COMMUNITIES WELL - REMEMBER WHERE THE FOCUS SHOULD BE + KEEP IT THERE - THESE ARE OUR KIDS – NOT PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES – WE VALUE THE EDUCATIONAL ASPECT HIGHLY. - THEIR EXPERIENCE IS WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT.

16. From Steve Timko -President NJSIAA
“Frankly, given the fan culture at the professional and even the college level, it’s a constant battle to reinforce that high school athletics, while entertaining, are not entertainment. Rather they are an extension of the classroom. Adults – administrators, coaches, officials, teachers, parents, and journalists – need to be mindful of the distinctions between the different levels of sport.”

17. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOGS AT HOME c/o MLPD AND MLBOE
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOGS AT HOME c/o MLPD AND MLBOE. THIS APPLIES TO ALL CONTESTS AND ALL FIELDS. ALSO - LEAVE PETS AT HOME FOR AWAY CONTESTS. NJAC CONFERENCE RULE.

18. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Athletic Trainer – Paul Bongiorno -20+ years at MLHS -the best -cares about your kids -knows how to handle injuries/ -concussions -balanced approach

19. MHS Homecoming Week October 16-21
Schedule of Events:
Tuesday Boys Soccer v. Morristown-Beard 6pm
Cross Country – 4pm NJAC Conference Meet at
Greystone
Wednesday - Field Hockey v. Parsippany 6pm
Thursday Girls Soccer v. Villa Walsh 6pm
Friday Football v. Caldwell 7pm
Saturday Alumni Day
Use the week as an opportunity to raise money for Breast Cancer Research
Dedicate each contest to the Mom’s of our teams.

20. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
--Weight Room utilization and coach --Access to schedules

21. LAKERS SPORTS CLUB
Lakers Sports Club has given out over $74,000 over the past 3 years. Every sports team has received a grant including Cheer and Weight Room.
Thanks to the generous contributions of the MLHS families, and local businesses, over the last 7 years the Lakers Sports Club was provided $35,000 in scholarships and grants of over $142,000. Additionally, Lakers Sports Club donated $339,000 for the lights at Wilkins Field.
Please take the time to renew your membership tonight or become a member of Lakers Sports Club.
We have fliers at the back of the room and will have the same fliers in each sport’s breakout session.

22. Some recent items purchased thru LSC.
LAKERS SPORTS CLUB
DEFINES WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT THE COMUNITY AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO MLHS ATHLETICS
Some recent items purchased thru LSC.
Tennis shed Shooting Machine for Basketball
Indoor Batting cage Reception for Athletes
Soccer equipment Ski team radios and jackets
Hockey team equipment Wrestling banners
Tennis windscreens Football chute
Video equipment and services High jump pit
Soccer goals Golf team range finders
MIP plaques – team championship plaques + banners

23. LAST YEAR’S SUCCESS
MLHS – 2ND IN THE SHOP RIGHT CUP
RANKS THE LEVEL OF CHAMPIONSHIPS WON COMPARED TO SIMILARLY-SIZED SCHOOLS
RANKED IN NJ.COM’SN BEST ATHLETIC PROGRAMS IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY.
BASED UPON PERFROMANCE AS WELL AS OTHER FACTORS WHICH I HAVE DELINEATED TONIGHT.
FOR LET’S WORK TOGETHER TO CREATE A SPECIAL SEASON FOR YOUR KIDS.

24. HAND OUT
SPORTS SCHEDULES
LAKERS SPORTS CLUB
SPORTSMANSHIP GUIDE
DIVISIONS AND NJSIAA CLASSIFICATIONS