BETHLEHEM STEELERS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

BETHLEHEM STEELERS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Welcome to the 2015 Bethlehem Steelers! The first day of practice will be Monday August 3, 2015. You will receive notice of a parents meeting prior to the start of the season. Please arrive at the field on 08/01/15 at 5:45 PM, with your child dressed in appropriate attire and a water bottle for hydration. Explanation of Commitment: We commend you for encouraging your child to participate in youth sports. This is a great opportunity to further develop the character of your child. Both football and cheerleading are enjoyable sports for many children, which also require much dedication and commitment. In order for a child to have a successful experience, this commitment must be shared and supported by parents and/or guardians. To support your child, please ensure that practices and games/competitions are attended as instructed by your team’s assigned coaches. Please read below and refer to the Parent Code of Conduct for ways to contribute to a positive and successful experience. Communications: The Bethlehem Steelers use a system called ‘Blackboard Connect” to communicate with parents throughout the year. Blackboard Connect is a system which will be used to either send an email or phone message (depending on the information and urgency). In case of inclement weather and practice cancellation, you will receive a phone message via the system. Please be advised, since practices are extremely important, coaches will usually wait until late in the day to decide to cancel their practice, so cancellation may not be advised until close to 6:00 PM. Contact information will be obtained at registration and can be revised at any time throughout the season by visiting the field house. Website: Please check our website at www.bethlehemsteelers.org throughout the season for important information and updates.

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Player safety is the first and foremost priority Good sportsmanship will be stressed at all times. Fighting, use of profanity or other disorderly conduct will result in disciplinary action. A disciplinary action will be first handled by the head coach, parents and respective coordinator. Conduct rule violations may include suspension from practice(s) and/or game(s) or other action as decided by the Board of Directors. All injuries must be reported immediately. Respect equipment, playing field, buildings and surrounding areas. The rules and regulations of the Suburban – Blue Mountain Youth Football League (S-BMYFL) and the bylaws of the Bethlehem Steelers Athletic Association will be enforced. Questions or comments in regards to a coach’s decision and/or practice should be directed to the football or cheer coordinator directly.

Things A Parent Can Do To Help A Coach:    

Arrive to practices and games on time. Say only positive things on the sidelines. Communicate with the coach, but not on the field. Do not shout instructions to your child during a game.

Bethlehem Steelers Athletic Association 1554 Schoenersville Rd Bethlehem PA 18018 [email protected] www.bethlehemsteelers.org

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Contact the coach if your child is going to miss a practice or game. Do not allow sleepovers or late nights before a game. Focus on effort, not winning. Support the coach, especially regarding lineup choices and discipline. Feed the participants before practices and games. Encourage your child to respect and listen to the coach. Thank your coaches for their time and effort. Provide sideline support and participation for the team.

TO ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS----VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED    

Serve as coach or assistant coach – see requirements on bethlehemsteelers.org (by laws) Serve as “Team Parent” Field and building work parties (painting, gardening etc.) Assist coordinators in accomplishing organizational needs

KITCHEN/SNACK STAND DUTIES Each participant will receive a snack stand schedule for practices and home game days. This schedule will be sent out via Blackboard Connect, posted at the complex and posted on our website. When a conflict exists, it is YOUR responsibility to find a replacement and notify the concessions coordinator of the change. If a game is rescheduled, all workers are also rescheduled to a new day/time. Snack Stand Schedule Practices: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM Home Games: 1 1/2 hour shifts  80 lb game – 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM  100 lb game – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM  120 lb game – 12:00 AM to 1:30 PM  140 lb game – 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM  Flag A – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM  Flag B – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

FOOTBALL/CHEERLEADING REGISTRATION FEES Registration Fees: Option 1: First child: $110 + 4 lottery calendars Second child: $50 + 2 lottery calendars Each additional child: $30 + 1 lottery calendar

Option 2: First child: $75 + 6 lottery calendars Second child: $50 + 3 lottery calendars Each additional child: $30 + 1 lottery calendar

THERE WILL BE NO ADDITIONAL MANDATORY FUNDRAISING REGARDLESS OF OPTION CHOSEN!!! Bethlehem Steelers Athletic Association 1554 Schoenersville Rd Bethlehem PA 18018 [email protected] www.bethlehemsteelers.org