1. Granville Athletics Pre-Season Sport Meeting
Fall 2019
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2. Athletic Office/Communication
Josh DeVoll – District Athletic Director
Dustin Grime – Middle School / Assistant Athletic Director
Laura Whittington – Athletic Office Secretary
Lisa Ormond – MS Principal
Granville Athletic Website
Granville Middle School Website
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3. Welcome to GMS Athletics

4. 2019-2020 Fall High School Head Coaches
Cross Country – Renee Haley
Golf – Paul Drake
Cheerleading – Tiffany Fout
7th Volleyball – Amanda Gottfried
8th Volleyball – Lori Dupler
7th/8th Football – Jason Muhlenkamp/ Bobby Vahalik
Athletic Training – Brei Miller, Steve Rose

5. GRANVILLE ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
Booster Board Members President – Janell Rogers Treasurer – Shari Purdy Treasurer – Jared Cottrell Secretary – Teri Niedermeyer

6. Why Interscholastic Athletics &
OHSAA Beliefs
Participation in interscholastic athletics programs is educational in nature and:
Compliments your school experience.
Fosters a sense of community and teaches lifelong lessons of hard work, teamwork, citizenship and discipline.
Promotes a lifetime appreciation for sports and healthy lifestyles.
Helps prepare you for the next level of your life as a responsible adult and productive citizen.

7. Why Interscholastic Athletics &
OHSAA Beliefs
Participants in interscholastic athletics programs should engage in a well-rounded experience that includes participation in a multitude of extracurricular activities.
In interscholastic athletics:
• Student academic achievement and success
take priority over athletics achievement and
success.
• The success of a team is more important than
individual awards.
Participation in interscholastic athletics programs is a privilege, not a right.

8. Ohio High School Athletic Association www.ohsaa.org
Academics: Pass five courses from previous grading period
Residence
Transfer
Semesters: Beginning in the 9th grade—8 semesters
Age limitations - 20 years old
Physical Exam
Amateur Status
False Information
Ejections/Fighting
OHSAA Rule Regarding Player-Fan Interaction

9. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Academics: 2.0 GPA from previous grading period
All Forms must be completed online using FinalForms
Code of Conduct; Risk Waiver and Warning Form; Insurance Information; Emergency Medical Form, Physical form,
Do not change classes w/o discussing with the AD or Coach.
Students enrolled in Career Center, Home school, CCP, etc. are responsible for submitting grades to the AD when GHS quarter ends.
Summer school grades do NOT count towards eligibility
Participating with non-school teams of the same sport while in season = INELIGBLE

10. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
MS STUDENTS
All incoming ninth graders must have received passing grades in a minimum of five subjects in the immediately preceding grading period.
HS STUDENTS
passing grades in a minimum of five one-credit courses, or the equivalent, in the immediately preceding grading period
AND EARN 2.0 Grade Point Average in the immediately preceding grading period

11. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Students who did not meet the GPA requirement may be eligible for a waiver:
Waiver for GPA requirements can be used if the athlete has met the OHSAA five credit rule. Only two waivers can be granted in four years of participation.
A waiver will only be considered if the request includes a written Academic Improvement Plan and a letter of application signed by the parent and student.
This letter MUST be completed and filed with in the Athletic Director's office prior to any participation

12. ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
A student must be present a full school day if they are to participate in a contest on that school day.
A student must be in attendance for four full periods before he/she is permitted to participate in practice for that day.
An athlete cannot practice/participate if he or she is absent from school, or is assigned in school or out of school suspension.
TARDIES: students are allowed two tardies (arrive to school prior to 8:20 a.m.) per semester.
After the two tardies, they must be present the full day if they are to participate in a contest/performance on that day. Exceptions: medical or dental appointments pre-approved by the principal. Request must be made prior to the game/activity day.

13. All pre-participation paperwork completed using Final Forms
Complete registration at
Parent Playbook is located in your packet
Step by step process to register and complete forms
Only documentation need to be returned = physician signature page of the physical
Make a copy for your records
All Fall Athletes must have ALL forms completed by August 1

14. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
Team Physician: Steven Albrechta, MD OSU Wexner Medical Center Athletic Training Staff: Steve Rose- Head Athletic Trainer (cell) Brei Miller- Asst. Athletic Trainer (cell) Drew Alheim- Sports

15. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
Athletic Training Room Coverage/Hours
Coverage - as a general rule, AT will be available for all Home Events and practices. On multiple event days the AT will be at the higher injury risk event.
PRESEASON HOUR (August 1 - August 17)
30 min/1 hr prior to the 1st scheduled practice - end of last scheduled practice
Estimated hours 7am-7pm (subject to change)
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS (Starting August 19 - May 2020)
Monday-Friday 2:00pm- Last Home Event/Practice
Saturday 30 min-1 hr prior to start of 1st Home Event/Practice
or by appointment.
Sunday CLOSED
Team Physician ATR Hours Every Monday BY APPOINTMENT ONLY by AT Staff

16. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
What to do when an injury occurs?
The athlete should report injuries to the AT staff and/or
Coach (if AT is not present)
Athletic Training Room
Field/Sideline
Call
School Nurse (during school hours)

17. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
How does the AT Staff Communicate INJURIES to Parents?
Mild
Student-Athlete
Parent Note
Moderate
Phone Call
Severe
PHONE CALL!
Head Injuries:
All Head Injuries will be communicated by Phone to the Parent/Guardian
NO MATTER HOW MILD OR SEVERE

18. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
Concussion Management ALL ASSESSED CONCUSSIONS WILL BE COMMUNICATED WITH THE PARENT/GUARDIAN ALONG WITH OUR TEAM PHYSICIAN, AS WELL AS THE SCHOOL NURSE FOR SCHOOL-RELATED NEEDS. ONCE CLEARED, BY A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH OHIO STATE LAW, A RETURN-TO-PLAY PROTOCOL IS REQUIRED TO RESUME FULL ACTIVITY.

19. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
When an athlete needs to see a Physician
The Athletic Training department is not designed to replace the family Physician. The AT staff will communicate our recommendation with the parents/guardian if the injury warrants a referral - PCP, Specialist, ER, UC, Imaging, etc.
The choice of health care provider and initiation of medical treatment always remains at the discretion of the parent/guardian.
If we can help in any way with a quick physician referral please contact the GHS AT Staff!

20. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
Documentation from treating Physicians
All athletes who are evaluated by a Physician- UC, ER, PCP, Specialist MUST provide written Documentation from the treating Physician indicating the type of injury, course of Treatment and participation status.
AT’s work under the direction of a Physician. If a Physician restricts or gives recommendations regarding playing status, rehab or treatment of an injury, we need that in writing so we can make sure we are following the treating Physicians’ orders.

21. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Athletic Training Services
Return to Activity once cleared by treating Physician
Recognized as a release to begin a functional progression back to activity
To ensure we are monitoring the existing condition for a safe return.

22. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS Student & Extracurricular CODE OF CONDUCT
The opportunity to participate and represent Granville in extracurricular activities is a distinct privilege. In order to earn this privilege and keep it, there are certain rules and regulations that a student must follow.
All students, who participate in school-sponsored programs, must conduct themselves in a way so as to reflect favorably on themselves, their school and community.
Behaviors unbecoming of an student Athlete are subject to code violations this includes but not limited to:
Theft
Vandalism
Hazing
Penalties range from a minimum 10% suspension to maximum permanent denial of participation

23.  GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Transportation: Student-athletes who travel with a team to an away athletic event must return to the school with the team. Exception: Parent/Guardian must sign a “No-School Approved Transportation” form for their son/daughter PRIOR to leaving.
Pay to participate have been eliminated for the school year

24. GRANVILLE SCHOOLS TICKET AND PASS INFORMATION
Gate Prices: Admission to athletic events support our entire Athletic Program.
$5 Adult $3 Student/Senior Citizens
Granville Senior Citizens - Free
Individual and Family Passes
Order form located in your packet
Please sign into each contest at the pass gate

25. Parent-Coach Communication
Expectations from the Coach
Philosophy
Team Rules and Requirements
Practice schedule and Game Schedule
Procedure for injured athletes
Discipline which directly affects participation
Requirements for team selection, lettering and awards
Information regarding Eligibility Requirements

26. Parent-Coach Communication
Expectations from Parents
Concerns expressed directly to the Coach.
Notification of schedule conflicts.
Your attendance/support at contests and awards night
Transportation for your child after practices/games…Coach does not transport athletes.
Contact phone number for emergencies

27. Parent-Coach Communication
Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with Coaches:
Treatment of your child
Ways to help your child improve.
Concerns about your child’s behavior.
Your child’s academic progress.

28. Parent-Coach Communication
Issues Not Appropriate to Discuss with Coaches:
Playing time.
Team Strategy.
Play Calling.
Other Student-Athletes.

29. Parent-Coach Communication
THE NEXT STEP… IF THE MEETING WITH THE COACH DID NOT PROVIDE A SATISFACTORY SOLUTION:
Call and set up appointment with the AD to discuss the situation.
At this meeting, the appropriate steps can be determined.
Discuss Concerns with the Coach:
Player/coach meeting.
Contact for an appointment.
If the coach cannot be reached, contact AD to get meeting arranged.
Please do not attempt to confront a Coach before, during, or after a practice or contest.

30. NFHS PARENT AND STUDENT RESOUCES
The National Federation of High School
nfhslearn.com/home/parents
Available Parent Resources/Courses:
NCAA Eligibility
Appearance & Performance Enhancing Drugs
Social Media
Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

31. Parental Assistance
Concession Stands – Organized by MSP (Middle School Parents) and Coaches – If every parent helps once, then it doesn’t end up being a small group of parents doing it all.
Clock / Book Volunteers – Organized by Coaches
Team Meals / Snacks – Organized by Coaches or Parents
There are many opportunities to volunteer your time and skills to each program, and the coach is the best person to find out how.
FINISH!!!!

32. QUESTIONS?

33. Thanks for your attendance
Have a Great Year!
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