2014 – 15 SEASON

WELCOME PARENTS AND STUDENTS, PLEASE GRAB THE HANDOUTS AS YOU

WALK IN

North Central Athletics Meeting

Information

If you have not already, please grab the following sheets of paper as you come in: Physical form Athletics Information sheet Intent to Compete form

Introductions

Here are the coaches for the 2014-15 Season.

HS Girls Volleyball: Coach Sherman and Peck HS Boys Volleyball: Coach Brandenburg MS Girls Volleyball: Coach Muir and McDonald HS XC: Coach Walter and Wales MS XC: Coach Wales and Pilcher HS Girls Bball: Coach Mallory HS Boys Bball: Coach Garrett and Rachlin MS Girls Bball: Coach Pilcher MS Boys Bball: Coach Parrish HS Girls Soccer: Coach Zavarelli HS Boys Soccer: Coach Murphy MS Girls and Boys Soccer: Coach Murphy (as of now) MS and HS Track: Coach Murphy and Mallory Flag Football: Coach Woodruff and Mallory Softball: Coach Kaplun

Mission of NC Athletics

North Central is committed to excellence in athletics as part of a larger commitment to excellence and education

What does athletics mean at NC?

Commitment: attend practices, maintain grades, and

Class: we win and lose with it, we show it in the classroom

Character: we are doing what is right, not because we have to but because we choose to.

What did Athletics look like in 2013-14?

Academics Lowest failing percentage among all YES schools 5

out of 5 Six-week grading periods (13% of athletes failed one course)

Averaged a lower failing rate than the non-student athlete (13% student-athlete vs. 19% of non-student athlete)

Student-athletes in season averaged – 13% failing rate Student-athletes NOT in season averaged – 27%

failing rate

Overall, improvement but still needs to continue to decrease and we plan on helping this problem with mandatory study halls once a week for in season AND off season players

What did Athletics look like in 2013-14?

Athletics MS District Champions for Boys XC team MS District Runner Up for Girls XC team Boys HS Volleyball Champions Girls HS Volleyball 3 more wins than last season HS Girls Basketball 4 more wins than last season HS Boys Basketball 8 more wins than last season MS Boys Basketball 2 more wins and only 1 player finished

the year ineligible (5 last year) HS Girls and Boys Soccer – District Semi-finalists MS Girls and Boys Soccer – HS Flag Football 2nd Place in District HS Track 12 individual runners won a medal at district

Why start now with athletics?

Summer is a time to be used and not wasted Murphy will be on campus almost every day this

summer. This means your student can train ALL summer long if they wish.

To be VERY clear on expectations of a NC Student-Athlete These expectations are stricter than those of a

student.We are moving forward.

What happened in the past happened in the past, we are focused on correcting for the better.

This means we can only work with those who show up.

Payment

Part of the commitment to the team and the program is to pay $30/team you play on. This is to help cover the expensive costs of

transportation. This is non-negotiable. League costs around the area

range from $80 – 150 and that is without transportation.

The other part of commitment is they will be REQUIRED to sell 2 boxes of chocolates This does NOT mean you buy the chocolates for your

student, but they are responsible for selling these items on their own.

Expectations

Coaches: Treat your kids with the respect we would treat our

own Have reasonable and attainable expectations for your

kids on and off the court Hold each kid to the same expectation as the next

student-athlete Promptly communicate any changes in practices,

games, or any team event. Maintain a high standard of self respect. Ensure each child has proper documentation to

participate in athletics.

Expectations

Students: Treat your teachers, coaches, and family with respect Hold yourself accountable on the playing field and

classroom Hold each of your teammates accountable for their

actions Maintain a high standard of self respect. Maintain a minimum of 70 in each class. Communicate any days you will not be able to attend

practice, games, or team events. Never ask to go in a game, during a game. Focus on

your team. Approach the coach after the game if you have any

questions of your playing time

Expectations

Parents: Treat the coaches with respect, knowing they are wanting

the best from your child Have reasonable and attainable expectations for your kids

on and off the court Promptly pick up children from games, practices, or team

events. In the event you are unable to pick up your child please plan

ahead with transportation from another teammate Maintain a high standard of self respect while supporting

your child Let the coach, coach:

Do not ask: “Why isn’t my son/daughter playing?” Please ask: “What can my son/daughter do to improve?”

Characteristics Built from Athletics

Tenacity learning to overcome obstacles once thought to not be possible.

Teamwork/Interdependence a group of people working towards a common goal.

Self-awareness Am I really doing what I think I am doing?

Time Management balancing a work-fun balance in your life.

Proactivity if you are wanting something you must be willing to go and seek it out.

What’s Going on this summer?

ACE program hosting MS and HS clubs – see Coach Murphy for details

Coach Murphy is running a Three-week “Boot Camp” focused on conditioning, strength, and their summer reading - $50 for three weeks – forms at front.

Coach Murphy will be on campus every Monday – Thursday, Friday’s will be his “staycation”

What’s going on this summer (cont.)

Individual coaches will have “open gym” Coaches will be in contact with players if and when

they will have activities during the summer

Athletic Gear Now!

Interested in ordering practice uniforms, extra t-shirts, shorts, sweater with the athletics logo. On the table we have athletic shorts, shirts, and

sweaters that can be designed with your last name, number, and or specific sport your child plays.

These can be ordered for you or you athlete or your athletes sibling!

T-shirts $10 -15 Shorts $10 Sweatshirts $30-35 Water Bottle $5 Athletic Bag $10

Athletics Banquet

May 29th 6:30 – 7:30 HS

If you are interested in helping set up with other parents please stay after the meeting for a brief conversation

Get involved?

If you are interested in helping with any of the following please stay for a brief conversation after the meeting: Athletic team events End of year celebrations Team dinners/snacks before games

Another way to describe OUR Mission

To engage the mind, to elevate the spirit, and stimulate the best effort of all who are associated with the program.