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Northville High School Lacrosse 2017
Lacrosse Standards & Expectations
Dear Players and Parents:
February 27, 2017
The Northville Lacrosse coaching staff would like to welcome and congratulate the players and their families for being a part of our 14th season as a varsity club sport. As a coaching staff, we are very proud of our established program, which is a direct result of your commitment, involvement and enthusiasm. Rest assured that your commitment will be rewarded by the coaching staff maintaining a 100% focus on providing our players and parents an enjoyable and competitive lacrosse experience. We understand that most parents want their kids to play sports for the opportunity for them to develop physically and emotionally and to enjoy themselves. The side benefit of playing sports is that their kids are given an opportunity to:
Learn how to work and get along with others Take good risks in a public arena and survive Learn to set and achieve goals by developing positive work habits Learn how to succeed and fail with dignity
The Northville High School Lacrosse coaching staff has identified three (3) specific sets of Standards that must be understood by the players, coaches and parents. We use the term “Standards” because “Rules” are made to be “tested and broken”, while “Standards” are made to be strived for and met. There are “Notes” in some areas to better help illustrate or specifically explain what the coaching staff’s expectations. Please read all of the standards. If any situations should ever come up where you are unsure of our expectations and standards, refer back to this packet. All families and players are on their honor when going over the expectations within this packet. Thank you again for your commitment to the Northville High School Lacrosse Program.
Varsity Head Coach Greg Durham 248-396-3838
Team Expectations: We will play the game for fun while always giving 100% focus and effort to the team. We will be athletes of character: Individual players can make choices that will define them as an athlete. Do you understand that the following attributes are choices you can make? Focus Enthusiasm Confidence Work habits Discipline Pride Selflessness Sportsmanship Integrity Accountability Determination Competitiveness Consistency Teachable spirit Mental toughness We will abide by the following behavioral expectations and understand that there are consequences if these expectations are not met: Never absent (unexcused) from practice, game or team related function. Never late (unexcused) for practice, game or team related function. Must contact the Head Coach no later than 12:00pm regarding your status. Never disrespectful to teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, spectators or anyone that player comes into contact with as representative of team. Note: The coaching staff will keep detailed track of attendance. Without regular attendance, the individual becomes weaker in ability and so does the team’s overall performance. Players must be a part of the team if they expect to play in games: Each unexcused lateness to a practice = loss of ¼ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused absence from a practice = loss of ½ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused lateness to a game = loss of ¾ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused absence from a game = loss of one game’s playing time. Note: Players will maintain at least a 2.3 GPA during the season (above “C”). When one or more grade of “D” or less appears on the player’s progress report, weekly report or card marking, the player will seek to improve his grades: If player’s grades do not improve in a two (2) week period, he will be required to miss all scheduled games for the following one (1) week period. If player’s grades still do not improve and/or player does not show an effort to improve after this three (3) week period, he will be required to miss all practices, games and team functions for the following one (1) week period. If after this four (4) week period, player’s grades have not improved and/or player has not shown an effort to improve, he will be released from the team. Players that currently have a GPA below 2.5 will be closely monitored and encouraged strongly by the coaching staff to continue improvements. Our education will always be our number one priority – playing lacrosse is a privilege and is reward for doing well in school. We understand that playing time is a privilege: Players will be rewarded for their character, attitude, behavior and skill in practice, games, and all team functions. Although these principles apply to both Varsity and JV, JV players gain some playing time as a means to learn and grow.
Note: Players will be valued for their desire to learn the skills and fundamentals of lacrosse and for their overall contribution and role on the team. Earning playing time is based on an overall combination of the following criteria: Demonstrate in practice and games knowledge and application of team offense, defense, transition and individual skills required Have a high level of stick skills in order to compete in all game situations Be in game shape and without injuries that would hinder the team Work hard to continue to improve Have a team-first attitude Be one of the best athletes at his position; which includes speed, agility, coordination, strength, etc.
Note: Voluntary player/parent intervention is strongly encouraged should a substance abuse situation arise. Take care of your body. Do not affect your opportunity to contribute to the winning effort of Northville High School Lacrosse by being irresponsible and selfish: Tobacco, alcohol or other drug use is harmful not only to your physical and mental health, but to your team Possession or use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs is strictly prohibited We will understand and accept the decisions made by the coaches. Note: When a player (or parent) has a question, or concern regarding an athletic situation, use the following line of communication: 1) Greg Durham for Varsity and Shaun Dicken for JV; (24 Hours after a game – this is a school policy); 2) Greg Durham for JV; 3) Mr. Masi, Athletic Director. Start with the source – Talk directly with the coach in private, face-to-face, away from the practice site or game. A telephone call or e-mail may be necessary to arrange an appropriate time and place. If this does not resolve the issue, move to the next person in the line of communication. We will accept the integrity and judgment of the game officials. Note: Players will never argue or make non-verbal gestures, which indicate disagreement with game officials. These situations allow players to exhibit the appropriate team-first, discipline and sportsmanship character choices. We will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. On game days, we must wear a button down shirt, tie and casual wear pants (no jeans or shorts) to school that day. We must be in classroom attendance all day in order to dress and participate in a game or practice that day (unless excused by a pre-arranged special excuse).
If the team travels to and from games by transportation provided by the team boosters, and if a parent(s) wishes to take their son home with them after a game, a note from the parent(s) must be approved by a school administrator and coach before the game. This practice may only occur in cases where there are extenuating circumstances. We are bound by the terms and conditions concerning substance abuse contained in the Northville High School Student Handbook. I have reviewed the Player’s Standards with my parents.
Success is an Attitude Success is a result of attitude. Attitude is a result of behavior. Great behavior results in great attitude. Great attitude results in great success. Coach’s Standards: We will coach for the love of the game and love of the athlete. We will build positive, life lasting character in the young people we have been given the responsibility and privilege to coach. We will cultivate a spirit of honesty, respect, sportsmanship, integrity and responsibility. We will always use a positive-demanding coaching style. We will put the needs of the team ahead of any individual. We will be willing to work with parents for the benefit of the individual athlete. We will put the welfare of our athletes above winning. We will give dignity to mistakes made with 100% focus and effort. We will be willing to confront incorrect behavior or less than all-out effort. We will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. We will abide by, respect the judgment of the officials, and accept the rules of the game as “mutual agreements” required to play within the spirit of the game. We will lead by example with the highest moral character and behavior. We will promote sportsmanship among players and spectators. We will constantly improve our knowledge and ability to teach the game and the athletes.
We will encourage multiple-sport participation (participate in fall, winter and summer athletics or activities). We will encourage an “open door policy” in which players can meet with us for feedback and support Most of all, we must have fun.
__________________________________________ Greg Durham, Varsity Head Coach Other Coaches on the Staff: Evan Braun, Varsity Assistant Pat McPartlin, Varsity Assistant Shaun Dickens, JV Head Coach Sean Turner, JV Assistant Coach Matt Venning, Varsity/JV Goalie Coach Parent’s Standards: Before the season begins, I will ask and accept the goals, roles, and expectations of my child, not my own. I will release my child to the coach and to the team. Note: By releasing your child to the coach and to the team, you are telling your child that all successes are theirs, all failures are theirs and all problems are theirs. Help your child learn to resolve their own differences. When a child successfully deals with difficult situations, he learns and grows. Of course, a parent always retains the right to intervene on behalf of a child.
I will be a good listener. I will be a model, not a critic; model appropriate behavior, poise, and confidence. I will do everything possible to make the athletic experience positive for my child. I will be an encourager; encouraging my child to keep their perspective in both victory and defeat. I will dignify mistakes made by athletes who are giving 100% focus and effort. I will attempt to relieve competitive “pressure”, not increase it. I will view the game with team goals in mind. I will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. I will learn the rules of the game, so that I may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place. I will encourage multi-sport (season) participation. I will get my child to practice and games on time.
Note: Parents understand that it can be embarrassing for their child to be late and that they may be putting them at risk by not providing adequate time for warm up: Parents dropping off and picking up their child from all practices and games on time shows their child that they are their top priority. I will attend as many games as possible. I will attend all player/parent team meetings and functions. I will not approach the coaching staff with what I feel is a problem at practice or on game days (before, during or after). Note: If a parent feels the need to talk to a coach about a problem, he or she should call or e-mail to choose an appropriate time and place to talk. With regard to such problems, some concerns are appropriate, while others are not. Among the concerns that are appropriate for a parent to discuss with the coach are: Mental and physical treatment of their child Ways to help their child improve Concerns about their child’s behavior Inappropriate areas of concern that parents should not discuss with the coach include: Playing time Team strategy or play calling Other team members I will not engage in verbal confrontations with opposing players or parents - Look upon opponents as friends involved in the same experience. I will accept the judgment of the officials and the coaches; remain in control. Note: Parents should remember that they do not have the right to interact with game officials: When parents criticize referees, they are teaching their children that it is OK to disrespect authority – human beings do make mistakes. Players do not need parents to question their actions, the actions of other players, or the coach’s decisions concerning strategy or playing time: Negative or questioning remarks regarding coaches can unintentionally undermine the coaching staff and express that it is OK to disrespect authority. I have read and reviewed the Parent’s Standards with my child. You can find the standards online at http://www.mustangslax.com/
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE OF PARENTS AND THEIR CHILDREN IN ATHLETICS, THE COACHING STAFF SUGGESTS VISITING: WWW.PROACTIVECOACHING.INFO “THE PARENTS ROLE IN ATHLETICS” BY BRUCE BROWN
Lacrosse Standards & Expectations
Dear Players and Parents:
February 27, 2017
The Northville Lacrosse coaching staff would like to welcome and congratulate the players and their families for being a part of our 14th season as a varsity club sport. As a coaching staff, we are very proud of our established program, which is a direct result of your commitment, involvement and enthusiasm. Rest assured that your commitment will be rewarded by the coaching staff maintaining a 100% focus on providing our players and parents an enjoyable and competitive lacrosse experience. We understand that most parents want their kids to play sports for the opportunity for them to develop physically and emotionally and to enjoy themselves. The side benefit of playing sports is that their kids are given an opportunity to:
Learn how to work and get along with others Take good risks in a public arena and survive Learn to set and achieve goals by developing positive work habits Learn how to succeed and fail with dignity
The Northville High School Lacrosse coaching staff has identified three (3) specific sets of Standards that must be understood by the players, coaches and parents. We use the term “Standards” because “Rules” are made to be “tested and broken”, while “Standards” are made to be strived for and met. There are “Notes” in some areas to better help illustrate or specifically explain what the coaching staff’s expectations. Please read all of the standards. If any situations should ever come up where you are unsure of our expectations and standards, refer back to this packet. All families and players are on their honor when going over the expectations within this packet. Thank you again for your commitment to the Northville High School Lacrosse Program.
Varsity Head Coach Greg Durham 248-396-3838
Team Expectations: We will play the game for fun while always giving 100% focus and effort to the team. We will be athletes of character: Individual players can make choices that will define them as an athlete. Do you understand that the following attributes are choices you can make? Focus Enthusiasm Confidence Work habits Discipline Pride Selflessness Sportsmanship Integrity Accountability Determination Competitiveness Consistency Teachable spirit Mental toughness We will abide by the following behavioral expectations and understand that there are consequences if these expectations are not met: Never absent (unexcused) from practice, game or team related function. Never late (unexcused) for practice, game or team related function. Must contact the Head Coach no later than 12:00pm regarding your status. Never disrespectful to teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, spectators or anyone that player comes into contact with as representative of team. Note: The coaching staff will keep detailed track of attendance. Without regular attendance, the individual becomes weaker in ability and so does the team’s overall performance. Players must be a part of the team if they expect to play in games: Each unexcused lateness to a practice = loss of ¼ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused absence from a practice = loss of ½ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused lateness to a game = loss of ¾ of a game’s playing time. Each unexcused absence from a game = loss of one game’s playing time. Note: Players will maintain at least a 2.3 GPA during the season (above “C”). When one or more grade of “D” or less appears on the player’s progress report, weekly report or card marking, the player will seek to improve his grades: If player’s grades do not improve in a two (2) week period, he will be required to miss all scheduled games for the following one (1) week period. If player’s grades still do not improve and/or player does not show an effort to improve after this three (3) week period, he will be required to miss all practices, games and team functions for the following one (1) week period. If after this four (4) week period, player’s grades have not improved and/or player has not shown an effort to improve, he will be released from the team. Players that currently have a GPA below 2.5 will be closely monitored and encouraged strongly by the coaching staff to continue improvements. Our education will always be our number one priority – playing lacrosse is a privilege and is reward for doing well in school. We understand that playing time is a privilege: Players will be rewarded for their character, attitude, behavior and skill in practice, games, and all team functions. Although these principles apply to both Varsity and JV, JV players gain some playing time as a means to learn and grow.
Note: Players will be valued for their desire to learn the skills and fundamentals of lacrosse and for their overall contribution and role on the team. Earning playing time is based on an overall combination of the following criteria: Demonstrate in practice and games knowledge and application of team offense, defense, transition and individual skills required Have a high level of stick skills in order to compete in all game situations Be in game shape and without injuries that would hinder the team Work hard to continue to improve Have a team-first attitude Be one of the best athletes at his position; which includes speed, agility, coordination, strength, etc.
Note: Voluntary player/parent intervention is strongly encouraged should a substance abuse situation arise. Take care of your body. Do not affect your opportunity to contribute to the winning effort of Northville High School Lacrosse by being irresponsible and selfish: Tobacco, alcohol or other drug use is harmful not only to your physical and mental health, but to your team Possession or use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs is strictly prohibited We will understand and accept the decisions made by the coaches. Note: When a player (or parent) has a question, or concern regarding an athletic situation, use the following line of communication: 1) Greg Durham for Varsity and Shaun Dicken for JV; (24 Hours after a game – this is a school policy); 2) Greg Durham for JV; 3) Mr. Masi, Athletic Director. Start with the source – Talk directly with the coach in private, face-to-face, away from the practice site or game. A telephone call or e-mail may be necessary to arrange an appropriate time and place. If this does not resolve the issue, move to the next person in the line of communication. We will accept the integrity and judgment of the game officials. Note: Players will never argue or make non-verbal gestures, which indicate disagreement with game officials. These situations allow players to exhibit the appropriate team-first, discipline and sportsmanship character choices. We will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. On game days, we must wear a button down shirt, tie and casual wear pants (no jeans or shorts) to school that day. We must be in classroom attendance all day in order to dress and participate in a game or practice that day (unless excused by a pre-arranged special excuse).
If the team travels to and from games by transportation provided by the team boosters, and if a parent(s) wishes to take their son home with them after a game, a note from the parent(s) must be approved by a school administrator and coach before the game. This practice may only occur in cases where there are extenuating circumstances. We are bound by the terms and conditions concerning substance abuse contained in the Northville High School Student Handbook. I have reviewed the Player’s Standards with my parents.
Success is an Attitude Success is a result of attitude. Attitude is a result of behavior. Great behavior results in great attitude. Great attitude results in great success. Coach’s Standards: We will coach for the love of the game and love of the athlete. We will build positive, life lasting character in the young people we have been given the responsibility and privilege to coach. We will cultivate a spirit of honesty, respect, sportsmanship, integrity and responsibility. We will always use a positive-demanding coaching style. We will put the needs of the team ahead of any individual. We will be willing to work with parents for the benefit of the individual athlete. We will put the welfare of our athletes above winning. We will give dignity to mistakes made with 100% focus and effort. We will be willing to confront incorrect behavior or less than all-out effort. We will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. We will abide by, respect the judgment of the officials, and accept the rules of the game as “mutual agreements” required to play within the spirit of the game. We will lead by example with the highest moral character and behavior. We will promote sportsmanship among players and spectators. We will constantly improve our knowledge and ability to teach the game and the athletes.
We will encourage multiple-sport participation (participate in fall, winter and summer athletics or activities). We will encourage an “open door policy” in which players can meet with us for feedback and support Most of all, we must have fun.
__________________________________________ Greg Durham, Varsity Head Coach Other Coaches on the Staff: Evan Braun, Varsity Assistant Pat McPartlin, Varsity Assistant Shaun Dickens, JV Head Coach Sean Turner, JV Assistant Coach Matt Venning, Varsity/JV Goalie Coach Parent’s Standards: Before the season begins, I will ask and accept the goals, roles, and expectations of my child, not my own. I will release my child to the coach and to the team. Note: By releasing your child to the coach and to the team, you are telling your child that all successes are theirs, all failures are theirs and all problems are theirs. Help your child learn to resolve their own differences. When a child successfully deals with difficult situations, he learns and grows. Of course, a parent always retains the right to intervene on behalf of a child.
I will be a good listener. I will be a model, not a critic; model appropriate behavior, poise, and confidence. I will do everything possible to make the athletic experience positive for my child. I will be an encourager; encouraging my child to keep their perspective in both victory and defeat. I will dignify mistakes made by athletes who are giving 100% focus and effort. I will attempt to relieve competitive “pressure”, not increase it. I will view the game with team goals in mind. I will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. I will learn the rules of the game, so that I may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place. I will encourage multi-sport (season) participation. I will get my child to practice and games on time.
Note: Parents understand that it can be embarrassing for their child to be late and that they may be putting them at risk by not providing adequate time for warm up: Parents dropping off and picking up their child from all practices and games on time shows their child that they are their top priority. I will attend as many games as possible. I will attend all player/parent team meetings and functions. I will not approach the coaching staff with what I feel is a problem at practice or on game days (before, during or after). Note: If a parent feels the need to talk to a coach about a problem, he or she should call or e-mail to choose an appropriate time and place to talk. With regard to such problems, some concerns are appropriate, while others are not. Among the concerns that are appropriate for a parent to discuss with the coach are: Mental and physical treatment of their child Ways to help their child improve Concerns about their child’s behavior Inappropriate areas of concern that parents should not discuss with the coach include: Playing time Team strategy or play calling Other team members I will not engage in verbal confrontations with opposing players or parents - Look upon opponents as friends involved in the same experience. I will accept the judgment of the officials and the coaches; remain in control. Note: Parents should remember that they do not have the right to interact with game officials: When parents criticize referees, they are teaching their children that it is OK to disrespect authority – human beings do make mistakes. Players do not need parents to question their actions, the actions of other players, or the coach’s decisions concerning strategy or playing time: Negative or questioning remarks regarding coaches can unintentionally undermine the coaching staff and express that it is OK to disrespect authority. I have read and reviewed the Parent’s Standards with my child. You can find the standards online at http://www.mustangslax.com/
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE OF PARENTS AND THEIR CHILDREN IN ATHLETICS, THE COACHING STAFF SUGGESTS VISITING: WWW.PROACTIVECOACHING.INFO “THE PARENTS ROLE IN ATHLETICS” BY BRUCE BROWN
