WESTERVILLE SOUTH ATHLETICS PRESEASON OHSAA MANDATORY MEETING
Agenda -Attendance -Introductions -Athletic Training -Athletic Boosters -Information & Communication -Messages for Parents and Athletes -Eligibility Information -General Information -Required Paperwork/Electronic Form Submission
Administrative Introductions Mr. Mike Starner– Principal Mr. Buck Weaver – Athletic Director (614) 797-6031
[email protected] Mrs. Amanda Crist – Athletic Secretary (614) 797-6004
[email protected] Your Sports Medicine Team Provided by
Team Physician Dr. Jacqueline McGowan, MD
Mt. Carmel
Athletic Trainers Lauren Orth MAed, AT Karina Carmichael, AT
Head Athletic Trainer Assistant Athletic Trainer
Athletic Training Student- Interns Tsutomu Kamiya (TK)
Senior at Ohio State University
What is an Athletic Trainer? Athletic Trainers (AT) are licensed health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.
What to do when an injury occurs •
Report any/all Injuries to the Athletic Training Staff OR Coach in the absence of the AT
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If a physician referral is needed the parent will be contacted ASAP by the Athletic Training Staff
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It is the athletes responsibility to report daily to the ATR for evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation until they are cleared to RTP
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Parents are encouraged to contact the medical staff with any questions or concerns related to their student-athletes care.
When your athlete needs to see a Physician • The WSHS Sports Medicine Department DOES NOT replace the PCP
• Choice of Health Care Provider always remains at the discretion of the parent/guardian.
• Our Team Physician is available to our student-athletes. • •
weekly scheduled training room visits, by appointment ONLY. Office appointments available within 24-48 hours
When Your Athlete is under the care of a Physician
If your athlete is under the direction of a Physician, outside of WSHS Sports Medicine Staff, for any injuries and/or illness that require removal, restriction, limitations from WSHS athletics or clearance to RTP A NOTE MUST BE PROVIDED to the Athletic Training Staff before they may return to participation. Written communication is important to provide the best health care possible while staying compliant with the treating physicians recommendations with regards to treatment, rehab, return to play and status.
WSHS Team Physician has the final approval on all injuries related to Return to Play.
Concussions • It is EXTREMELY important for everyone involved in school sports to recognize the potential dangers associated with concussions. • A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that interferes with normal function of the brain. “Dings” and “bell ringers” are SERIOUS brain injuries.
Concussions
In Ohio, any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion . . .
shall be IMMEDIATELY removed from the contest or practice and shall not return to play that same day.
Thereafter, the student shall not return to practice or competition until cleared by a physician or other health care provider approved by the local school board in accordance with state law.
Concussion Return to Play Protocol • Athlete must be cleared by healthcare professional • Symptoms free for 24-48 hours • 5 Step Functional Progression will be conducted to RTP after a concussion
Step 1- Light Aerobic Exercise Step 2- Moderate Aerobic Exercise
Step 3- Non-Contact Drills, Cardio, Weights Step 4- Modified Practice Step 5- Full Contact Practices
Athletic Training Staff Contact Info Lauren Orth Head Athletic Trainer 740-815-0238 cell
[email protected] Karina Carmichael Asst. Athletic Trainer 862-571-8793 cell
[email protected] Athletic Boosters President – Krista Chrisman Vice President – Tracie Bober Secretary – Michelle Daugherty Treasurer – Cheryl Lovell
Westerville South Athletic Boosters Social Media Pages
Facebook Page @WestervilleSouthAthleticBoosters
• TAG US in your sports photos! • Booster and school events will be posted. • Share your team’s fundraising events here!
Twitter @WSAthleticBoost • MENTION us @WSAthleticBoost • Share pictures and articles about South • Share fundraising events
Instagram TAG and MENTION us in your pictures!
Email and Website • You can also email the Athletic Boosters to send pictures, add fundraisers, add events or to ask questions.
[email protected] • Check out our website for up-to-date information
http://www.wcsoh.org/olc/teacher.aspx?s=3362
Information & Communication -westervillesouthathletics.com -www.ohsaa.org -www.cdab.org -Twitter: @SouthWildcats -Facebook: Westerville South Wildcats -Instagram: westervillesouthathletics *For sport specific questions, be sure to contact the head coach of your sport
Message for Parents -Transportation -Sportsmanship -Please do not approach a coach before or after a contest (unless the situation involves something of the following nature: health, immoral, or illegal). -If there is a question about playing time, the player needs to be the first one to initiate the conversation with the coach, after this conversation if the parents need to be involved, that is the point at which a meeting with coach/parents/athlete can take place.
Message for Student-Athletes These characteristics require zero talent: -Being On Time -Having a Good Work Ethic -Putting forth Great Effort -Having Positive Body Language -Being High Energy -Having a Positive Attitude -Being Passionate -Being Coachable -Doing Extra -Being Prepared
Message for Student-Athletes Characteristics of being a Great Teammate: -You’re willing to play any role that helps the team -You would rather score less and win than score a lot and lose -When a teammate scores, you celebrate with them -You respect your opponents but do not fear them -You listen; you are coachable; and you are respectful of your coaches, teammates, opponents, and officials -You are quick to pick up a teammate who is having a bad day -You help younger teammates who have less experience -You learn and grow from your own mistakes as well as others -You’re confident but not arrogant
Message for Student-Athletes Be sure to remember… There is always a little kid watching you and everything you do. They look up to you and want to be just like you…be the positive role model you should be.
Eligibility Information -Pass the equivalent of 5 credits each quarter **PHYSICAL EDUCATION DOES NOT HOLD ENOUGH WEIGHT TO COUNT FOR CREDIT (OHSAA and WCS Eligibility Requirement) -GPA of 1.75 (WCS Eligibility Requirement) *Check your schedule closely *Do not drop a class before consulting with your coach, guidance counselor, or athletic director
Eligibility Information -Transfers without a change of residence are ineligible for 50% of each sport played in the previous year unless they meet an exception – if you are a transfer student who has not met with the Athletic Director you must do so -Residence – you must be a resident of the Westerville City School district to be eligible -Once you turn 20 years old, you are ineligible for participation -You may not participate on a non-school team during the season -You cannot practice or play unless you are in attendance for at least half a day
General Information -Pay-to-Participate *new structure as of Winter 15-16 1ST SPORT - $150 2ND SPORT - $75 3RD SPORT - FREE $300 FAMILY CAP *come in or call and ask our Athletic Secretary, Mrs. Crist (614) 797-6004
General Information -No hazing/harassment/bullying tolerated -Proper Use of facilities and equipment -Loitering -Follow rules in the WCS Code of Conduct
Required Paperwork -PreSeason Pre-Participation Exam (Physical) *Make a copy and keep on file at home -Concussion Information Sheet -Emergency Medical Form -Code of Conduct Form -Physical Education Waiver Form/Application *All interscholastic sports activities have inherent dangers. The mere nature of the sports activities makes it possible for the participant to sustain serious injury.
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Thank you for attending the 2016-2017 Winter Sports Pre-Season OHSAA Meeting. Good Luck this upcoming season!
Go Cats!