Winter SportsMeet the Coach Night

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Important ContactsDirector of Student Activities- JOE SWARMAsst. Director – JOE VARGOAsst. Director – CORNELL WILLIAMSAsst. Director- LAURA CAMPBELL-clubsAdmin. Asst. – KATHY VEONIHead Athletic Trainer – AMANDA ROLIKAssistant Athletic Trainer – ERICK MATHISActivities Hotline: 703-883-4740Activities Office: 703-714-5409

WINTER COACHESBOYS BASKETBALL

DAN HALE

GIRLS BASKETBALLCHAD SCOTT

GYMNASTICSCHARLOTTE PERPALL

SWIM JULIE CURTINDIVE-JEN

PERANTONITRACK

CLIFF WONGWRESTLING

JASON PLANKIS

Marshall Athletic Booster President

Margaret KerfootGC Marshall Athletic Sports website--http://www.statesmensports.org/

What does GCM Boosters do for student athletes?The GCM Boosters support teams on and off the field!

Boosters provides uniforms and equipment for Athletic teams, as well as financial support necessary for activities like DECA, Model UN, band, theatre, chorus and All Night Grad.

Every year, GCM Boosters provides our athletes with the equipment needed to train and play safely. In recent years, the Boosters purchased the following for Marshall Student Athletes:

Athletic Trainers: 2 Elliptical bikes $ 2,580Basketball: Basketballs and score books $ 2,400 Indoor Track & Field: Warm Up Uniforms $ 2,000Swim & Dive: Meet Manager software $ 1,400Gymnastics: Anti-skid mat & springboard $ 800Refrigerators & Equipment for new indoor concession Stand

$10,000

 Wrestling- Headgear and a couple tournament entry fees.

What does GCM Boosters do for student athletes?The GCM Boosters support teams on and off the field!Continued….Awards: Plaques and Letters $ 4,000Synthetic Field Replacement Fund $15,000DSA Marshall High School (uniforms/Equip)

$30,000New Stadium Scoreboard Installation –

Proposed $15,000

How Can I Support GCM Boosters? Purchase a Booster Pass & Come Out and Cheer! Purchase a

pass for yourself, your family or your student. The pass allows you access to all home games for all GCM sports!

Join a Booster Committee: Public Relations, Fundraising, Membership

Buy a GCM Car Magnet or T Shirt and show your school spirit! Purchase a Banner! Whether for your company or for your athlete,

banners celebrate your support for our school. Support Booster Fundraisers! Tree Sale in December, Mulch Sale

in Spring.  Make a Donation!

GCM Boosters:Providing Financial and Moral Support So

Students can Reach for the Stars! www.GCMHSBOOSTERS.org

This website is updated on a daily basis and provides  you and your athlete the most current information for each season.

Forms, Directions to other schools, College Recruiting Information, Clubs, SGA and Class Officers, Hall of Fame and more – please bookmark this website!

Sign up for E-Mail Alerts!  Post Pictures of your specific teams on the website, check rosters, and scores.  Check out what your boosters are doing for you and your athletes.  Purchase Spirit Wear from the website (which the Boosters get a percentage of

the profit)   Advertise on the website – each month over 5,000 hits to the website that is a lot

of publicity and this also goes directly to the Boosters!

 Any questions please call – Kathy Veoni at (703) 714-5409

ACTIVITIES OFFICE COMMUNICATION TOOLwww.gcmstatesmensports.org

GCM Athletic Training ProgramAmanda Rolik MS, ATC,

VATL Full-time Athletic Trainer BA Concordia College; MS Montana

State University Billings 4th year in FCPS, 2nd year at Marshall

Eric Mathis, MS, ATC Associate Athletic Trainer BA Hendrix College, MS University of

Tennessee at Chattanooga 1st year at Marshall

Dr. Kevin Sumida- Team Physician Orthopedic surgeon, Commonwealth

OrthopedicsVienna Family Medicine

ATC contact info:Office: 703-714-5492Cell: 703-732-6537Email: anrolik@fcps.edu

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)What is an Athletic Trainer?

Minimal 4 year degree and successful completion of National Accreditation Exam

Not the “trainer” at the local gymLicensed by Virginia’s Board of Medicine to practice athletic

training

ResponsibilitiesPrevention of injuries/ re-injury Recognition, evaluation, and assessment of injuries and

illnessesImmediate care of injuries and illnessesRehabilitation and reconditioning of injuriesOrganization and administration Professional development and responsibility

InjuriesAll injuries & illnesses must be reported to

the Athletic Trainers prior to a return to activity regardless of severity or physician consultation

Our philosophy is to return injured athletes to participation in the quickest and SAFEST manner possible.

Rehabilitation and reconditioning is a primary role of the Certified Athletic TrainersEvery injury will benefit from some form of

rehabilitation

When an Injury OccursSevere injuries and those resulting in any time

loss, you will be notified by phone. Please make sure we have current contact numbers!

Every injury is different and so is the proper care for that injury

If your son/daughter sees a physician – Please bring in a note that informs us of diagnosis, what rehab or treatment the physician would like, and the participation status.

Return To PlayDescribes a process rather than a singular event

Discrete steps of increasing intensityOccurs over period of days → weeks

Depends on nature/severity of injury

Includes:Regular evaluation & treatment by ATC

Strengthening, range of motion, proprioceptionSport specific skillsGraduated participation during practices

In most cases, students should demonstrate ability to play during PRACTICE before competing in a game

A parent, coach, family physician, athlete, administrator, ATC, or team physician can exclude an athlete from participationAll must be in agreement that the student can and should

play

Building Responsible AthletesHave your athlete carry a water bottle with

them at all timesMaintaining proper hydration is a full time job,

not just during practice/gamesHave your athlete pack a lunch/snacks to

bring to school each dayHave your athlete wash their own uniforms

and practice gear on a regular basis

HygieneDO:

Shower daily after practice or competition using soap

Bring clean clothes each day to practiceReport any suspicious lesion on your skin to

the ATCs

DO NOT:Share clothingShare towelsShare personal products like soap or

deodorantAllow water bottles/coolers to make contact

with your mouth

Parents: Please reinforce ALL of the above

NutritionGood nutrition should be a priorityProper hydration is essential

22-24 oz of H20 for every pound lostThere is no quick fix… real food is far better

than any pill or supplement50-60% carbohydrates15-20% protein20-35% fat

What About Supplements?Natural and synthetic substances, minimal/no

regulation by FDASupplements are not regulated generally not

recommended for children/adolescentsGenerally legal, but may be illegal for sale to

minorsIncludes creatine, protein powders, amino

acid supplements, ephedra and caffeineTalk to your family physician

Concussions (mTBI)Concussion is an injury to the brain that can alter

your ability to learnSome head injuries can be life threateningSigns & Symptoms

Headache Confusion Dizziness Change in personality Difficulty sleeping Difficulty concentrating Loss of appetite Loss of memory

Treatment includes physical and cognitive restAthletic Trainers are thoroughly trained in the

treatment and management of concussion and are legally authorized to treat concussion

LAST YEAR’SMARSHALL SCHOLAR

ATHLETES

OF THE OF THE OVER 1,000OVER 1,000 ATHLETES ATHLETES OVER 3 SEASONS, THE AVERAGE OVER 3 SEASONS, THE AVERAGE

GPA WAS OVER A GPA WAS OVER A 3.53.5

FCPS Participation Pledge PolicyParticipation in activities is a privilege,

not a right.Athletes must conform to high

standards.Violations of the Pledge Policy include:

Drug and/or alcohol use Breaking school rules Other disciplinary issues Sportsmanship

Student Standards of ConductAthletes are expected not to put themselves

into compromising situations where drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products are being used. If they are at a party where drugs, alcohol or tobacco products are being used, students are expected to leave immediately.

NFHS MISSION/STATEMENTWinning on the professional level is required.

Winning on the collegiate level has become expected.

Winning on the high school level should be a pleasant by-product to what you’re really supposed to be doing which is developing young people into good citizens”

Robert Kanaby, Executive Director, NFHS

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENTThe primary role of high school athletics is to

build lifetime character traits in the young people who are in our care.

We must never lose sight of the big picture – that our athletic programs are primarily for the benefit of the students who participate in them.

COMMUNICATION COACHES EXPECT FROM PARENTS Concerns expressed directly to the coach. Notification of any schedule conflicts well

in advance. Specific concern in regard to a coach's

philosophy and/or expectations. Medical or physical limitations of your

child.

COMMUNICATION COACHES EXPECT FROM PARENTSAs your children become involved in the

athletic programs they will experience some of the most challenging and rewarding moments of their lives. It is important to understand that times may also arise when things do not go the way you or your child wants. At these times, discussion first with your child, and then with the coach, if needed, is encouraged.

APPROPRIATE CONCERNS TO DISCUSS WITH COACHESThe treatment of your child, mentally and

physically.

Ways to help your child improve.

Concerns about your child's behavior.

ISSUES NOT APPROPRIATE TODISCUSS WITH COACHESPlaying time.

Team strategy.

Play-calling.

Other student-athletes.

IF YOU HAVE A CONCERN IN A PROGRAM, THIS IS THE PROCEDURE YOU SHOULD FOLLOW:Set up a meeting with the coach. If it is something

that was communicated by your child, have them present.

Please do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach.  Meetings of this nature do not generally promote resolution.

If after meeting with the coach, you believe that an appropriate resolution has not been met, setup a meeting with the Director of Student Activities and the coach.

Release Them to the GameBy releasing a child to the game the parent is

telling their athlete all the successes are theirs and the failures are theirs.

“I LOVE WATCHING YOU PLAY”

One comment from a parent that can always be sincerely said and received by a young athlete.

Liberty District (REG. SEASON PLAY ONLY)

Fairfax RebelsLangley SaxonsMadison WarhawksMarshall StatesmenMcLean HighlandersSouth Lakes SeahawksStone Bridge BulldogsThomas Jefferson

Colonials

CONFERENCE 13 (POST SEASON) Thomas Edison EaglesFalls Church Jaguars Thomas Jefferson ColonialsRobert E. Lee LancersMarshall StatesmenMount Vernon MajorsJEB Stuart RaidersWakefield Warriors

MEMBERS OF THE 5A NORTH REGIONConference 13 Conference 14 Conference 15 Conference 16

Thomas Edison Briar Woods Brooke Point Albemarle

Falls Church Broad Run Freedom (Woodbridge) Halifax

T J Freedom (South Riding) Massaponax Orange

Robert E. Lee Potomac Falls Mountain View Patrick Henry Ashland

Marshall Stone Bridge North Stafford

Mount Vernon

JEB Stuart

Wakefield

Tuscarora Potomac

MAP OF THE NEW REGION

WHAT’S NEXT??THE NEXT 2-YEAR CYCLE WAS RELEASED

AND NEXT YEAR, WE WILL BE PLAYING OUR CONFERENCE DURING THE REGULAR SEASON IN FULL. OUR CONFERENCE WILL REMAIN THE SAME EXCEPT MOUNT VERNON WILL MOVE UP TO 6A.

OUR REGION WILL CHANGE QUITE A BIT AND THE NUMBER OF TEAMS ADVANCING OUT OF OUR CONFERENCE WILL DECREASE.

RENOVATION UPDATEWE ARE NEARGIN THE END AND WE ARE

HOPING THAT OUR ATHLETIC ENTRANCE, DOOR #5 WILL BE COMPLETED IN THE UPCOMING WEEKS.

DURING THE WINTER BREAK, A SET OF 100 SEAT BLEACHERS WILL BE INSTALLED IN THE AUX. GYM. THIS WILL ALLOW US THE FLEXIBLITY OF PLAYING GAMES IN THERE IN THE FUTURE.

Swim/Dive:  Main GymWrestlers:  Driver’s Ed. RoomTrack: AuditoriumGymnastics:  Room 402Girls’ Basketball:  Cafeteria (gym side)

Boys’ Basketball: Cafeteria (auditorium side)

7:00pm Small Group Meetings: