1. Lady Bulldog Track 2017 Coaching Staff
Coach Weber: Shot/Disc; High-Jump
Coach Kalisky: relays/sprints
Coach Walls: Lead Coach; distance; long/triple jump
Coach Lopez: Hurdles; transportation (“the Bus”)
Coach Flagg: Pole Vault

2. Lady Bulldog Track 2017 Mon. – Thurs. = 3:35 PM – 5:00 PM
Practice Schedule: Please See Detailed Schedule Provided
Mon. – Thurs. = 3:35 PM – 5:00 PM
3:35 – 4:15 = sprint/distance w.o. (if not completed in athl. Per.)
shot/disc (3:35-4:30)
4:15 – 5:00 = Hurdles, Long/Triple
Friday: 7:00 – 7:55 AM (Running W.O.) - ALL
** 7:30 AM 2x – 3x per week = High Jump (see calendar)
** 6:30 – 7:45 AM = RHS (see calendar 1-2x per week)
Pole Vault = 3x per Reagan 7-8 AM; parent drop-off required ….we will get them back to Bush
(see calendar)

3. Policies and Procedures
Please drop off /pick-up athletes in lower parking lot no later than 15 minutes before/after scheduled practice time
Athletes may leave as soon as they have finished their practice obligations; athletes finish times will vary once they have been assigned to their running and/or field events
Please call or ASAP if athlete will miss practice or a track meet:

4. Team Dismissal
Violation of any NEISD Policy: Drugs, Weapons, Alcohol, Hazing
Absences/Tardies from practice
Discipline problems on campus, in the classroom, or at practice/Meets
Theft
Lack of effort

5. Reminders
If your daughter is involved in multiple school activities, it is her responsibility to communicate with her coach.
Each athlete is responsible for locking up her belongings; coaches will not be responsible for any losses.
Leaving AM practice to attend morning coaching requires a parent note.

6. MORE REMINDERS
No jewelry may be worn during practice or at meets
P.E. or athletic uniforms are required during practice
Track T-Shirt Available (not required): $20.00
Please direct general track questions to Coach Walls:

7. Lady Bulldog Track 2017 Track Meet Procedures:
Transportation will be provided TO and FROM all track meets….athletes may leave with a parent at the conclusion of their event(s) – leaving with parent is encouraged…all track meets are at Heroes Stadium
Athletes are to sign-out with Coach Weber/Walls prior to leaving each meet with a parent.

8. Track Meet Selection
Athletes may compete in as many as 5 events
Max = 3 running with 5 total
Time Trials/ Field Event “jump offs/throw offs” etc. will determine participants for each track meet. 3 entrants are allowed per event. It is possible that an athlete on our team will not qualify for a track meet. The top 3 will qualify to represent Bush at each track meet. Several challenge opportunities will be provided throughout the course of the season

9. Coaches’ Roles Set a good example for players and spectators
Be positive, fair, and consistent with athletes
Make track meet entries based on time trials, field event challenges, attitude, and practice attendance/effort
Establish and organize practice
Be an effective communicator with players and parents

10. Coaches’ Roles Continued
Protect the safety of all athletes
Inform athletes of all expectations, procedures, and rules
Provide all players/parents with practice and meet schedules

11. Parents’ Roles Be a fan of everyone on the team
Respect other fans, coaches, and athletes
Please don’t talk to coaches at the meet about a complaint/concern
Please call or to schedule an appt. with coaching staff
Understand that track meet entries are based on “the watch” and the “tape measure” and practice attendance/effort

12. Players’ Roles Be positive and have a great attitude
Support and encourage all team members
Exhibit a strong work ethic
If they have questions, ask coach first (“open door”)

13. Players’ Roles
Be a positive role model on the track and in the classroom
Know and follow school and team rules
Be on time to all practices
Be responsible for personal belongings
Challenge themselves as an athlete and person

14. Players’ Roles Meet classroom expectations
Notify coach of any scheduling conflicts in advance
Talk to coach about any special concerns
Always remember that participating in athletics is a PRIVILEGE and an OPPORTUNITY to represent Bush Middle School in a positive light
HAVE FUN!!!!!

15. Girls Athletic Text Message Alerts
Make sure and sign-up for Remind 101 – Text Message Alerts (again should already be receiving if played vball or bball)

16. THANK YOU
“Individual commitment to a group effort – that is what makes a team work”