1. 2011 Fayetteville Rockets Track Parent’s /Coaches Meeting
Coach Jerome Misher

2. Fayetteville Rockets Track
Provide Youth athletes between the ages of 6 to 18 years of age, with a positive and rewarding athletic experience in the world of track and field.
We are committed to improving athletic skills while simultaneously fostering growth and development on both a personal, educational and social level.
Provide an environment where parents can feel good about allowing their child to participate in the sport of track and field.

3. Coaches and Staff
All coaches are volunteers. We are individuals that take our personal time to instruct your child
Team Parents can volunteer to assist the coaches regardless of experience by:
Helping with phone calls to team members
Helping with organization of travel to meets
Helping with practice, water and snack committee
Help with organizing with team party and banquet
Help with fundraisers

4. Youth Age Divisions competition year 2011
Year of Birth
Sub-Bantam
2003+
Bantam
Midget
Youth
Intermediate
Young

5. Safety Issues
Coaches will monitor all practices and Track meets to ensure of athletes safety
During practices; parents and children are asked to remain off the field unless walking the track for exercise
Please control children that are not participating on the team
Only Coaches and athletes will use track equipment and Methodist University’s equipment
Parent’s are required to remain at practice in the event of a medical emergency
Horse playing will not be tolerated, especially in the stands

6. Uniforms and Equipment
Youth Performance Uniform $36 (Singlet & Shorts)
Moisture Wicking Polyester
Moisture wicking poly fabric keeps you comfortable by drawing moisture away from your skin for maximum dryness in all temperatures.
Unisex Fit
Elastic Waistband with Drawstring 4" Inseam
Screen Print with Fayetteville Rockets
Sizes; Youth SM, MD, LG Adults; XS-3XL

7. Practice
Track Season begins 15 March, 2011 and ends in early June. Practices are held at Methodist University . Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6:00-8:00 PM.
Your athlete should wear comfortable clothing (Shorts, T-shirt, and Sweats). Any type of running shoe is appropriate.
A water bottle is a necessity. Please mark your child's name on it
A lightweight jacket or sweater is also needed for the chilly months. Midway through the season your child will need to bring a Sprinter Spike or Throw shoe (field events only) to practice to better enhance their training.

8. Meets FCPR only provides 2 Developmental meets to athletes at no cost
Remainder of the season track meets cost normally $5 per child. The parent pays this fee, not the team.
The are approximately 5-6 meets throughout the entire season. (-Junior Olympics and Nationals)
Track meets will last all day Saturday (8 AM-5 PM).
Athletes can be registered by coaching staff 2 days prior to track meet

9. All athletes must drink water before, during, and after exercise.
Hydration
All athletes must drink water before, during, and after exercise.
Before Exercise Drink 10 to 14 oz. of cold water 1 to 2 hours before the activity. Drink 3-6 oz.of cold water or diluted fruit juice 15 to 20 minutes before the activity.
During Exercise Drink 3 to 4 oz. of cold water every 15 minutes.
After Exercise Drink 2 cups (16 oz.) of cold water.
Weigh kids before and after exercise to determine how much fluids they are losing during activity. After exercise have your child drink at least 24 ounces of a sports drink for every pound lost during exercise

10. Disciplinary Rules and Policies
The following may result in parent/coach meeting and suspension from the team and/or track meet:
Reported unacceptable behavior at practice or track meet (including use of profanity).
Continued failure to complete or put forth a good effort at practice or track meet.
Withdraw or Missing an event at a track meet.
Continually late to or absent from practice.
Not following the direction of a coach.
Arguing or fighting at practice or track meet. .
Continually causing tension or conflict within the team.

11. Contacts
Coach Misher
Coach Gunter
Coach Underwood
Coach Arnold
Coach Smith
Please do not contact coaches via telephone between 9am-5pm, unless an EMERGENCY!
Rockets Website

12. Standards of Conduct Athlete
Fulfill the responsibilities and expectations of being a Rockets track athlete:
Be Honest, Respectful and Reliable at all times.
Dedicate yourself to improving, both as an athlete and as a person.
Set an example for other athletes:
Treat everyone fairly within the context of the activity, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or economic status.
Demonstrate good sportsmanship and Cooperation:
Respect the rules and support the decisions of all coaches and sport officials
Be respectful during ceremonies and help other athletes be the same.

13. Questions