1. Rosemount Volleyball 2015 Spring Informational Meeting

2. Introductions Coaching StaffCoaching Staff Varsity- Smokey Vitek Assistant Varsity - OPEN JV - Kirstee Rotty 10 – Courtney Clark 9 A – Alana Fritz 9 B – Mike Cassano RHS Athletic DirectorRHS Athletic Director Mike Manning CaptainsCaptains Brittany McLean, Abby Nelson and Erin Slinde Booster Club OfficersBooster Club Officers

3. RHS Volleyball Philosophy Develop student athletes with Championship Behaviors that will aid them in becoming better players and people.Develop student athletes with Championship Behaviors that will aid them in becoming better players and people. Create an environment that fosters teamwork and builds chemistry at all levels.Create an environment that fosters teamwork and builds chemistry at all levels. Ensure ongoing improvement through player development from youth programs through high school.Ensure ongoing improvement through player development from youth programs through high school. Strive for competitive success at all levels.Strive for competitive success at all levels. Have FunHave Fun

4. RHS Volleyball - FACTS Volleyball in the state of Minnesota is strong.Volleyball in the state of Minnesota is strong. The SSC and 3AAA section continue to be in the strongest in the state.The SSC and 3AAA section continue to be in the strongest in the state. We have strong returning talent and a strong incoming 9 th grade class.We have strong returning talent and a strong incoming 9 th grade class. Rosemount Volleyball has become one of the teams to beat rather than the underdog.Rosemount Volleyball has become one of the teams to beat rather than the underdog. Our season is short and intense. It requires preparation followed by intense commitment.Our season is short and intense. It requires preparation followed by intense commitment.

5. Player Expectations Enter the season ready both mentally and physically.Enter the season ready both mentally and physically. Provide necessary equipment:Provide necessary equipment: –T-shirts, shorts –Volleyball shoes and Knee pads –Running shoes for conditioning On time attendance at ALL team functions unless absence has been previously approved by coaches.On time attendance at ALL team functions unless absence has been previously approved by coaches. Meet minimum volunteer requirements(season and off- season)Meet minimum volunteer requirements(season and off- season) No Gossip, No Whining, No DramaNo Gossip, No Whining, No Drama Maintain academic eligibility and adhere to all MSHSL policies and guidelinesMaintain academic eligibility and adhere to all MSHSL policies and guidelines Be Competitive, Respectful, Driven, Engaged and OpenBe Competitive, Respectful, Driven, Engaged and Open

6. Parent Expectations Support your daughters and her team.Support your daughters and her team. Allow the coaches to coach.Allow the coaches to coach. Respect coaches, players, officials, other parents, etc.Respect coaches, players, officials, other parents, etc. No Gossip at home, in the stands, at events.No Gossip at home, in the stands, at events. Volunteer.Volunteer.

7. 2015 Focus & Goals Enter the season in great physical & mental shape.Enter the season in great physical & mental shape. Be committed to developing and embracing Championship Behaviors.Be committed to developing and embracing Championship Behaviors. Work hard and play hard ALL the time.Work hard and play hard ALL the time. Be open to change.Be open to change. Be engaged in the success of your team.Be engaged in the success of your team. Win a State Championship

8. Requirements for Participation Current Physical on file at RHS Registration Form Complete and RHS Participation Fee Paid This needs to be completed BEFORE practice begins Falls Sports packet will be mailed in summer. Registration begins August 1 st

9. Season & Tryout Information Tryouts Monday & Tuesday, August 17 th & 18 th All Grades 8am – 11:30am & 1:00pm – 3:00pm Practice Monday – Friday First Match Saturday, August 29 th / Tuesday, September 1 st

10. Team Selection VarsityVarsity –Top players by position any grade –Non-starting Seniors who earn role position –10 to 15 players JVJV –Non-Seniors that have potential to play Varsity. –10 – 12 players 10 th Grade/B Team10 th Grade/B Team –10 th Graders that do not make Varsity and JV. –9 – 12 players 9A & 9B Teams9A & 9B Teams –9 th Graders only –18 to 20 players

11. Summer Activities Our Success in the fall is directly linked to how hard we work during the summer. Season Begins August 17 th Success Starts Now!! Conditioning, Team Building, Skill Development

12. Conditioning Options RHS Volleyball Strength and Conditioning @ CrossFit 8558. –M – W – F 10:30 am – 11:30 Irish Star Program (BFS) –T – Th – F 7:45 am – 9:45 am at RHS –F 8:30 am – 10:30 am at RHS –Cost effective, high quality –www.rosemountfootball.comwww.rosemountfootball.com Surface VBC –Sand conditioning and training –www.surfacevbc.com

13. Irish Volleyball Camps 5 Days Skills and Game Strategy combined Cost Effective Fun July 27 th – 31 st Elite 10 th – 12 th Grade 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Rising Stars 7 th – 9 th Grade 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Register at www.district196.org/CEwww.district196.org/CE Links from www.rosemountvolleyball.orgwww.rosemountvolleyball.org

14. Volleyball Open Gyms Provide players the opportunity to improve throughout the summer, form bonds with other players, and to motivate each other. Focused on skill development not strength & conditioning. Monday & Wednesday 7:45 am – 9:45 am June 16 th through July 30 th Dates are on RHS Volleyball Calendar – www.rosemountvolleyball.org www.rosemountvolleyball.org

15. Captain’s Practice Run by Captains & Returning Varsity Players Adult Supervision will be present August 4 th – August 14 th Time TBD @ RHS

16. Other Summer Opportunities Rosemount Queens Leagues Other Camps Other Sports Team Camp Captions Tournament

17. Booster Club Booster ClubBooster Club President- Ryan and Colleen McLean Vice President- Greg and Lisa Nelson Treasurer- Cheryl Mackinac Secretary- Michelle Lienemann Event Coordinator – Lisa Slinde Program / Ads – Duane Slinde

18. Booster Club Non-profit organization that supports the RHS Volleyball program by: –Coordinating events that improve the overall experience for players and parents (Senior night, tournament snacks, alumni game, Leprechaun Days parade etc.) –Provide funding necessary to operate the RHS Volleyball program. Including coaches, balls, uniforms, equipment, and events. –Coordinate fundraising efforts like Presidents Day and other tournaments, Cub bagging, program sponsors and other donations, etc. Parent Volunteers and Donations are key to the Booster Club’s and our program’s success!. Meetings are first Monday of each month, 7:00 pm at T.O.P.S. Pizza. All Parents are welcome.

19. Player Fees Varsity / JV $110 Varsity / JV $110 10 th Grade $90 10 th Grade $90 9 th Grade $75 9 th Grade $75 Required Events Presidents Day Tournament Presidents Day Tournament Cub Bagging Cub Bagging Volunteer Events: Camps, Leagues Requirements Varsity – 4 Events/Player JV – 3 Events/Player 10 – 2 Events/Player 9A/9B – 2 Events/Player Booster Club Fundraising Donations Booster Club Membership Booster Club Membership Progam Sales Love Notes Love Notes Progam Ads Progam Ads ParentsPlayers

20. 2015 Captains Together we stand, Together we fall, Together we win, And winners take all. Follow us on Twitter @vball_15

21. Key Reminders Add yourself to Volleyball Email Group –Got to www.rosemountvolleyball.org –Enter your email on right side of homepage –Click on Subscribe Season / Camp / Schedule information –www.rosemountvolleyball.orgwww.rosemountvolleyball.org Place you summer team wear order

22. Be Driven, Be Prepared The Season starts Now! GO IRISH! Any Questions Please Contact Coach Smokey Vitek Cell: (651) 246-1504 E-mail: smoak.vitek@district196.org smoak.vitek@district196.org svitek48@gmail.com svitek48@gmail.comsvitek48@gmail.com