St. Peter Sports Boosters Board
2009-2010
Sports Boosters |
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| President |
Carol Hassels |
| Vice President |
Lisa Doherty |
| Secretary |
Maureen Grady |
| Treasurer |
Laura McEnery |
Committees |
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| Registration |
Jessica Novak, Kenyo Marschitz |
| Ways and Means |
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| Picture Day |
Nikki Cosentino |
| Equipment and Uniforms |
Anne Danos, Eileen Muilli |
| Tournaments |
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| 8th Grade Recognition |
Leslie Burke, Sarah Tork |
| Cookie Sale |
Mary Pat Brown, Maureen Grady |
| Concessions |
Linda Fritz, Leigh Ann Klaus, Laura McEnery |
| Awards |
Jen Turcich |
| Communication |
Vicki Danklefsen, Jean Fredericks |
| Athletic Director |
Greg Popovich, Nicole Billapondo |
| Principal |
Rosann Feldmann |
| Pastor |
Rev. Martins C. Emeh |
St. Peter Sports Boosters By-Laws
Revised 05/2006
I. NAME
The name of this association shall be St. Peter Sports Boosters.
II. PURPOSE
A. To aid and support all athletic programs through financial and volunteer support
B. To foster good sportsmanship by the athletes, parents and fans.
III. MEMBERSHIP
A. This association shall be open to any individual/family interested in the preservation and betterment of all athletic programs at St. Peter School.
B. Voting general members shall consist of any current Sports Booster Officer, Board Member (one vote per standing committee), and any family who has paid their registration for a student participating in at least one sport.
IV. AUTHORITY
A. This organization is not a policy-making body
B. The decisions of this organization are subject to the consent of the Principal/Pastor
C. The decisions of this organization shall not be in conflict with diocesan/parish/school policies or procedures.
V. BOARD
A. The Board of St. Peter Sports Boosters shall consist of the Officers and Standing
Committee Chairpersons, Athletic Director, Principal, Vice Principal and Pastor.
B. The Officers of the St. Peter Sports Boosters shall consist of President, Vice President,
Secretary, and Treasurer.
C. Term of office for officers shall be from July I through June 30. No person shall be eligible to hold office for more than two consecutive years for the same position without Board approval.
D. Standing Committee Chairpersons shall hold their positions from July 1 through June 30
E. In April, a notice will be sent out to all 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th grade parents requesting volunteer candidates for the officers and chairpersons. Election by ballot of the voting general membership will take place in May if there is more than 1 candidate for an office.
Upon presentation of the slate of officers and chairpersons, the slate is approved by acclamation. If positions have been not been filled, volunteer requests will become open to all school parents.
VI. DUTIES OF THE BOARD
A. President shall preside over all meetings of this association and coordinate with all standing committees. The President shall serve as a member of the Athletic Advisory Committee. The President shall be responsible for the solicitation of new board members beginning in April.
B. Vice President shall preside at all Sports Boosters meetings and attend AAC meetings in the absence of the President. The Vice President shall assist Officers and Standing Committee Chairpersons as needed.
C. Secretary shall keep a record of each meeting of this association; keep the membership
informed of athletic events via Rocket News and any other necessary correspondence.
Meeting records shall be distributed to Board members within 2 weeks of meeting date.
D. Treasurer shall be custodian of the funds and make payout's in accordance with the St.
Peter Sports Boosters Budget. The budget will be approved by the Board before the first general meeting. Only signatures of the Pastor, President or Treasurer shall be accepted at the bank for cash disbursements. Payout's are made in accordance with the St. Peter Sports Boosters approved budget. If a situation occurs where a payout is needed which has not been budget approved, stamped authorization from the President, Vice President or Treasurer, Principal and appropriate Chairperson(s) will be needed per diocesan guidelines. The Treasurer shall preside over all meetings in the absence of the President and Vice President.
E. The Athletic Director shall take responsibility to bring to the board the needs of each team. The Athletic Director will report to the Principal and Assistant Principal.
Organizational duties of the Athletic Director shall be distributed per AD organizational structure.
F. STANDING COMMITTEES
1.
Registration Chairperson(s) shall coordinate all student athlete participation.
2.
Ways and Means Chairperson(s) shall coordinate fund-raising events excluding Holiday Cookie Sale.
3.
Picture Day Chairperson(s) shall coordinate all sports pictures.
4.
Equipment and Uniforms Chairperson(s) shall purchase and be responsible for distribution of all equipment and uniforms.
5.
Eighth Grade Recognition Chairperson(s) shall be responsible for coordination Eighth Grade Recognition Day. Eighth Grade Recognition should occur on the last home game of each sport.
6.
Holiday Cookie Sale Chairperson(s) shall coordinate the annual Christmas Cookie Sale.
7.
Concessions Chairperson(s) shall coordinate and schedule parents to work concessions/admissions, scoreboard and locker room supervision for home games.
8.
Rocket News Chairperson(s) shall present athletic/Sports Boosters news in the weekly information packet. Awards Night Chairperson(s) shall coordinate the Sports Awards evening(s).
9.
Communications Chairperson(s) shall coordinate the information to the school for the Rocket News and the sports page of the school website.
10. Tournament Chairperson(s) shall coordinate the non-conference 8th grade boy sand girls basketball home tournaments.
11. The President shall assign any other Committee Chairperson.
VII. MEETINGS
A. This association's Board shall hold no less than five meetings per school year
B. Meetings are open to all parents of all children attending St. Peter School.
VIII. BY-LAWS
These By-Laws shall be reviewed annually by the Board.
ST. PETER'S ATHLETIC PROGRAM GUIDELINES
(Revised June 2005)
I. Philosophy and Purpose
The philosophy of St. Peter Athletic Program is the shared desire of the academic program, to"Teach as Jesus Taught." Athletics is an important element of the total educational program that seeks to guide the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical characteristics of each student-
athlete. It is our desire to provide a Christian environment that instills in student-athletes sportsmanship consistent with Catholic-Christian values.
We believe that each student has a responsibility to develop their God-given ability with the assistance of coaches who model Christ-like attitudes, behaviors, and desires for the student-
athletes entrusted to their care. We recognize that God has given each student-athlete different skills and abilities. We believe it is our responsibility to provide each student-athlete the opportunity to develop through participation, competition, and lessons in sportsmanship. We
believe it is the responsibility of each student athlete to maximize their opportunity by consistently exhibiting total commitment through participation and effort. We seek to provide an athletic experience that provides a Christ-like witness to all student-athletes, spectators, and teams.
II.
Athletic Program Organization
A. The athletic program is an extension of St. Peter's School and is under the direction of the Diocese of Rockford and the Aurora Deanery.
B. Sport is a school activity and a privilege, not a right
C. The Athletic Director and the Athletic Advisory Committee shall assist the Principal and Assistant Principal.
D. The Athletic Advisory Committee shall consist of the Principal and/or an administration assistant, the Athletic Director, President of Sports Boosters, and six (6) parent representatives selected by the Principal.
E. The Athletic Advisory Committee will call meetings as needed.
This committee shall
facilitate the resolution of issues related to the athletic program. This committee shall advise the Principal of its recommendation.
F. Every participant and their parent/guardian will be required to sign and return a letter indicating their understanding and acceptance of the code of conduct (copy attached).
Students must adhere to the rules set forth in the code of conduct. The parent/guardian should reinforce the commitment the student is making and support any disciplinary action taken by the coaching staff. Parents/guardians must attend a mandatory meeting conducted by the coaches on the date of the first practice.
G. Every coach will be required to sign the Coaches Pledge prior to attending practices or
games.
III. Athletic Positions/Titles
A. Principal/Assistant Principal: Gives direction to the Athletic Director.
B. Athletic Advisory Committee: Gives input to the Principal and Athletic Director.
Assists the
Principal and Athletic Director with major goals and problems. Helps write guidelines for the program.
C. Athletic Director: Administers the athletic program. Schedules referees, monitors coaches,
monitors players and parents to ascertain that St. Peter's is following the Diocesan Directives,
Tri-County Conference rules, and the goals and guidelines set down by the Athletic Advisory Committee. Serves as the liaison to the Sports Booster and the Home - School Association.
Acts as a member of the Athletic Advisory Committee. Serves under the direction of the
Principal. Assists in the preparation, management, and monitoring of the athletic program budget.
D. Head Coaches: Follow the St. Peter Athletic Program Guidelines and the conference rule sand at all times follow Christian ethics during all events. Monitor team(s), players, parent sand assistant coaches to ensure that St. Peter's follows good Christian sportsmanship. Set strict example of sportsmanship. Serve under the direction of the Athletic Director.
E. Assistant Coaches: Assist the Head Coach with the administration of the team and acts in the
absence of the Head Coach. Follow all athletic guidelines and demonstrates good sportsmanship. Serve under the direction of the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
F. Sport Coordinator: Coordinates activities, i.e., practice changes, new school contacts, etc. for each boy's and/or girl's sport. Sports Coordinator will assist the Athletic Director in scheduling. The Sports Coordinator will not be responsible for resolving conflicts. All
conflicts should be directed to the Athletic Director or Assistant Principal. The Sport Coordinator will be a Coach who is presently active in the sports program and/or a school staff member.
IV. Qualification of Athletic Director
A. Demonstrates a Christian attitude and way of life
B. Possesses organizational and leadership skills
C. Possesses good communication skills
D. Has children enrolled at St. Peter's School, is a staff member of the school, or is a member of the parish.
V.
Job Description of Athletic Director
A. Coordinates scheduling of gym times for practices and games
B. Coordinates scheduling of referees
C. Recruits coaches for all athletic programs
D. Assumes full responsibility for all clerical/typing jobs related to communicating and scheduling of the athletic program.
E. Participates as a member of the St. Peter's Sports Booster Board and the Athletic Advisory Committee.
F. Supervises and supports coaches and resolves conflicts when possible.
The Athletic Director
will communicate with parents and coaches within 72 hours of a complaint. Unresolved
conflicts will be brought to the Athletic Advisory Committee.
G. Represents St. Peter's School at all conference meetings and reports the results to the principal and coaches.
H. Commits to minimum of a two (2) year term of service that may be extended at the request of the Principal.
I.
Investigates and supports expansion of athletic programs.
J.
Conducts meetings with coaches and parents as needed.
K. Conducts meetings with head and assistant coaches before the season to:
a.
Distribute waivers and medical forms
b.
Provide an emergency contact list
c.
Provide and review St. Peter, Diocesan, and Tri-County Conference By-Laws
L. Appoints a Sport Coordinator
M. The Athletic Director shall not be a coach or assistant coach unless all avenues for coaches
have been exhausted.
N. The Athletic Director will notify the Principal of his/her intent to resign in a timely manner as to allow a smooth transition between outgoing and incoming director. The Athletic
Director may recommend his/her replacement to the Principal. A new Athletic Director will
be selected before the final conference AD meeting in the spring.
VI. Selection and Qualifications of Coaches
A. Coaches are volunteers and an effort will be made to accommodate the volunteers'
preferences as to coaching position. However, this must be balanced with the best interest of our student athletes and needs of the program.
B. A selection process for coaches is used to insure that competent people will continue to volunteer their time to coach. All coaches' performance will be reviewed annually. The
athletic director provides parent and student athletes with evaluation forms. Everyone is encouraged to complete and return the evaluations. The evaluation forms are used as a tool
in assessing the performance of the coach.
C. The selection of coaches is up to the discretion of the Athletic Director with final approval by the Principal. The following factors (not necessarily in order of importance) will be taken into consideration when selecting coaches:
1) Demonstrate a Christian attitude and way of life.
2) Ability to effectively communicate with athletes and their parents.
3) Have working knowledge of the related sport or activity and ability to coach.
4) Minimum age of 21 years.
5) Submit to the school office a completed Coaching Application annually.
6) Past coaching experience at St. Peter's.
7) The candidate's competence based on the input from the St. Peter Sport Evaluation
forms.
8) The candidate's desire/reason for wanting to coach a particular grade/sport.
9) The short/long term effect on the Athletic Program.
10) Must agree to and sign the coaches pledge.
D. Effective July 1, 2002, and until further notice, adult males are to coach all boys' sport steams. Adult females are to coach all girls' sports teams whenever possible. If this is not possible, there must be an adult female present along with the coach at all times during practices, games and related events for all girls' sports teams.
E. All coaches must adhere to the laws of the Diocese of Rockford as contained in the Sexual
Misconduct Norms and all must sign the receipt form for the Norms. A copy of the receipt will be sent to the Chancery.
VII. Job Description of Coaches
A. Teach the fundamentals of the sport emphasizing teamwork, self-discipline and sportsmanship.
B. Organize and direct all practices.
Will remain at practice until all players have been picked up.
C. Make decisions regarding playing times, game strategy, and positions within the standards set forth in the St. Peter Athletic Guidelines.
D. Carry at all times health and accident insurance forms along with parental consent authorization forms.
E. Attend all meetings as required
F. Report all accidents/injuries to the school administration verbally and in written form utilizing the provided Diocesan Accident Report Form.
G. Complete a background check by the State of Illinois and the Rockford Diocese
H. Conduct a mandatory parent/guardian and athlete meeting to discuss all guidelines, policies,
expectations, substitution philosophy, and coaching philosophy.
I. At the end of the season return all equipment, keys, rule books, etc. to the school office.
VIII. Sports Guidelines
A. Eligibility
1. All students registered for grades 5, 6, 7, and 8, who meet the academic requirements,
pass their pre-season physical, agree to the code of conduct, and have parental consent are eligible to participate in the athletic programs which are age and gender appropriate.
2. Students will be placed on teams according to their current grade level. Levels of
participation are as follows:
Level I: Boys grade 5-6, Girls grade 5-
6
Level II: Boys grade 7-8, Girls grade 7-
8
3. All students, athletes, parents, and coaches shall adhere to all Diocesan, Parish and St.
Peter's School policies.
4. If a student does not attend school due to illness or any other circumstance the day of an event, that student will not be permitted to participate in that day's event, i.e., game or practice. If a student attends only a half-day of school on the day of an event, the student can participate in the event with the Principal's permission.
B. Teams -St. Peter's will abide by the Tri-County Conference By-Laws and will be required to field a team at the 6th and 8th Grade level. If at one grade level there are more than 10participants and less than14, the AD and the Principal/Assistant Principal may decide to declare one team or divide into two teams. If there are 14 or more players at one-grade level two teams should be formed. This additional team will be comprised of participants from either the same grade level or participants from a combination of grade levels, i.e., 7th & 8th. In order to allow a
fair participation for a two-squad approach at the 7th & 8th grade level, St. Peter's will promote selection process that promotes a level of competitive play for both teams. Evaluators for the
selection process will consist of the 7th & 8th Grade Coaches and the Athletic Director. Fifth and
Sixth grade teams will be divided on equality of players to attempt to create two equal teams.
Final rosters must be submitted for review and approval to the Athletic Director, Principal, and Assistant Principal prior to presenting them to the students. The final selection process will take place at least one week before conference play.
1. If at any grade level at any given time there are less than seven (7) athletes available for participation, the coach of the Level II team may request that some athletes "play up." This
request must first be proposed to and approved by the Principal and Athletic Director. The
Level I coach and Athletic Director must then discuss the matter with the parents and be given parental consent before the athlete has knowledge of the request. These athletes are
bound by the same eligibility requirements of all Level II participants as well as all Tri-
County Conference policies.
2. Playing time philosophy
a) 5th and 6th Grade - Athletes at this level participate with the knowledge that this is primarily an instructional level with emphasis placed on increasing their understanding of the game, development of individual skills, awareness of rules,
good sportsmanship, and the growth of a team unit. Each and every student athlete will start at a minimum of at least three games and play at a minimum 50% of each and every conference and non-conference game and tournament games. The
selection process of two teams (Red & White) at the 5th and 6th grade level will be made at the discretion of the coaches of those grade levels and will be done to ensure that all teams are of equal talent. Final rosters must be submitted for review and
approval to the Athletic Director, Principal, and Assistant Principal prior to presenting them to the students.
1. Volleyball - Equal play time is the standard. An athlete may not play an entire match without rotation unless there are not enough players to facilitate all positions rotating. Each and every student-athlete will experience, over the course of the season, the first, second, and third game of a match. A player should experience all positions on the floor and may not be intentionally substituted out of a position due to weakness in the position in question (i.e.
poor server, substituted out of server spot). Coaches may utilize a different substitution pattern as long as they adhere to the 50% playing time standard and effectively communicate their plan to the parents.
2. Basketball - Equal play time in minutes is the standard. All athletes must play and sit during each half. Each athlete, over the course of the season will get an equal opportunity to experience play in each quarter including the end of the first half and the end of games.
b) 7th Grade - Athletes at this level participate with the knowledge that this is competitive level with emphasis placed on team unification, skill development,
dedication, sportsmanship, and a positive outcome of all game situations. The goal of playing time of each student athlete is to be equitable with a minimum of 25% of the minutes of every conference and non-conference game excluding tournament
games. The selection process of teams may allow for one team to be slightly greater in strength and ability. Final rosters must be submitted for review and approval to the Athletic Director, Principal, and Assistant Principal prior to presenting them to the students.
1. Volleyball - Athletes may be specialized in various positions which may warrant longer playing time (i.e. setters).
2. Basketball - Combinations and substitutions may be made with the outcome of the game in mind while still protecting a playing time standard.
c) 8th Grade - Athletes at this level participate with the knowledge that this is a highly competitive level with emphasis placed on team unification, skill development, dedication, sportsmanship, and a positive outcome of all game situations. Each athlete must sit during each contest and all athletes must play during each contest. If more than one team is created, the roster may be set to have one greater in strength and ability than the other, A and B team. This is to prepare students for the reality of competition at the high school level.
1. Volleyball - Athletes will be specialized in various positions which may warrant longer playing time (i.e. setters).
2. Basketball - Combinations and substitutions will be made with the outcome
of the game in mind. As a result, coach's discretion will be the deciding factoring determining which athletes will participate in which game situations.
C.
Games and Tournaments
1.
St. Peter's athletic teams participate in the Tri-County Conference sponsored athletic events, given sufficient participant interest. St. Peter's will field teams in each sport and at each grade level. St. Peter's athletic teams will commit, at a minimum, to participate in all Tri-County Conference sponsored athletic events for which the teams are eligible. All St. Peter School teams that are declared in the Tri-County Conference will play a contest against each other (Red/White game) which must be played in accordance with conference by-laws. All original rosters will be adhered to for the Red/White game.
2.
In addition to participation in Tri-County conference events (games and tournaments)
each team may compete outside the league, but not beyond the following guidelines.
Family schedules shall be considered when scheduling holiday tournaments. In the
event that there is more than one team or a combination team at any grade level, the participants are allowed to compete as one team at their respective grade levels for non-
conference games.
a.
Grade 5 - May schedule six non-conference games and participate in three non-
conference tournaments per team.
b.
Grade 6 - May schedule seven non-conference games and participate in three non-conference tournaments per team.
c.
Grade 7 - May schedule ten non-conference games and participate in three non-
conference tournaments per team.
d.
Grade 8 - May schedule ten non-conference games and participate in four non-
conference tournaments per team.
D.
Practices and Games
1.
No practices or games can be scheduled before 1PM on Sundays. There will not be greater than four practices/games scheduled per seven-day period averaged over the entire season (this excludes tournaments). The length of a practice shall not exceed two hours. All practices shall be concluded by 9:00 p.m. All parents should make sure that their children are picked up promptly at the conclusion of any game or practice.
2.
Each member is important to the team. Every member is required to attend practice and games unless the member is excused due to illness, academics and/or a family commitment. The coach should be notified any time a player cannot attend any practice or game. A team member's playing time is affected by, working hard, and being attentive and cooperative at practices. Also, each player must realize that no matter how much playing time they have in any given game, they are expected to contribute to the best of their ability at all times.
3.
All practices, games and/or tournaments will be scheduled by the Athletic Director and approved by the Principal. Schedules are coordinated with the Parish Office for
the use of the MPR/Gym.
E.
Supervision
1.
Prior to, during, and after all games and practices, there is to be at least one gender
correct adult (over 21 years of age) present.
2.
St. Peter's is required to follow all Diocesan Directives and Guidelines regarding the supervision of each gender.
F. Evaluations
The current athletes and their parents/guardians will evaluate all programs at the end of each
season. These evaluations will be given first to the Principal, then to the Athletic Director. The
evaluations will then be shared with the coaching staff.
AD Structure
Principal
Athletic Director Vice Principal
Girls VB Boys BB Girls BB Boys VB Coordinator Coordinator Coordinator Coordinator
5 – 8 Grades 5 – 8 Grades 5 – 8 Grades 5 – 8 Grades 5 – 8 Grades
CC Coaches Girls VB Boys BB Girls BB Boys VB Coaches Coaches Coaches Coaches
St. Peter's Sports Registration
PARENT/STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING
1. Participants and Parents/Guardians must adhere to high standards of conduct when acting as representatives of St.
Peter School. There will be zero tolerance for inappropriate conduct. This includes heckling of students, coaches,
referees or parent volunteers. Parents are expected to watch their children at all times. No one is allowed in areas
other than gym or concession.
2. All participants and parents/guardians agree to follow the diocesan directives.
3. Participants will be expected to have grades above a D+. A warning will be given with a 10-school-day time limit in which the student will be evaluated. If the grade does not improve and effort is not indicated, a student will not be allowed to practice or play until the teacher notes improvement. The principal will notify the student, parent and coaches.
4. Participants are expected to attend all practice sessions, meetings and games.
5. The participant or parent/guardian should report every unavoidable absence to the coach, if possible, one day in advance of the scheduled event. Although excuses will not be evaluated, a participant's frequent absence will impact a coach's decision regarding participation and playing time. In the event of an unexcused absence, the coaches will have the discretion to sit a participant for the first half of the next athletic contest.
6. If a participant is absent from school due to illness on the day of an activity, he/she will not be allowed to participate in the activity.
7. Participants must be on time and have appropriate equipment (shoes, uniforms, etc.).
8. Any participant arriving late, inappropriately equipped or physically impaired can be held out of participation in the event. It is recommended that participants arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the start of the event.
9. Participants must be attentive to coaches, respectful to others and demonstrate behavior conducive to good teamwork.
10. Inappropriate conduct at practice or games can result in a participant's suspension from the scheduled team event.
11. Any suspension for more than one practice or event will be reviewed by the athletic director and principal and discussed with the parent/guardian.
12. Parent participation is required for staffing the concession, admission, scoreboard, and locker room
areas.
13. No playing on the gym floor during halftime or end of games.
14. Read all Code of Conduct, Diocese Guidelines, and St. Peter's Athletic Guideline forms.
15. In the absence of school administration or athletic director, sports booster members will have the authority to enforce all the above guidelines.
I have read, understand, and agree to adhere to all of the above guidelines.
PARTICIPANT PARENT/GUARDIAN
DATE DATE
DIOCESE OF ROCKFORD
Elementary School Athletic Programs
Philosophy, Goals, Rules and Regulations
January 2003
REVISED: May 6, 2004ARTICLE I - BELIEFS
The athletic programs of the Elementary Schools of the Diocese of Rockford are founded on these beliefs:
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the existence of God
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the dignity and worth of the human person
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the collegiality of people
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the right of God's people to mature in society and in the Church
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the responsibility of parents in transmitting these beliefs to their children
ARTICLE II - PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE
The athletic programs of the elementary schools of the Diocese of Rockford exist to promote the spiritual, moral, social and physical development of students guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church. Such programs shall serve the following purposes:
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develop a healthy response to God and society
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show the goodness of God alive in our world
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deepen self-knowledge
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promote growth in social skills and moral development
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promote physical development and increase potential for improvement in sports
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experience God-given talents with fellow athletes
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develop within each student a philosophy of teamwork and fair play
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develop common goals
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create a spirit of camaraderie
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recognize personal responsibility based on truth and justice
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afford athletes the opportunity to participate and earn the respect and companionship of their peers
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discover and improve individual skills in each person
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promote self-confidence and poise as team members
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promote excellence through participation and learning while competing with other teams
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teach good fundamentals, team spirit and sportsmanship
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promote understanding and knowledge in healthy living and sound physical development
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improve the ability to respond to the needs of others
ARTICLE III - ADMINISTRATION
In accord with Rockford Diocesan Policy 6200 "All elementary and high school athletic programs associated with Catholic schools in the Diocese of Rockford shall be under the jurisdiction of the local school principal. The athletic director will be accountable to the
principal". The Superintendents Council of the Diocese shall serve as the Board of Directors for diocesan elementary school athletics. This Council shall make decisions on matters that are not
resolved by the local school principal and/or the local conference of Catholic schools.
ARTICLE IV - ATHLETIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Section 1. A candidate for an athletic team may not practice or play in a game until s/he has filed with the school a certificate of physical fitness issued by a licensed medical doctor for the current school year and a proof of insurance waiver signed by the parent/guardian.
Section 2. Lower grade (through 6th) programs shall have as their primary emphasis instruction and participation. Upper grade (7th and 8th) shall emphasize instruction, participation, and competition. At the lower grades (through 6th) in order to emphasize instruction and participation, playing time in a given contest is to be equitable among all athletes on a team.
Section 3. Coaches and athletic directors must cooperate in teaching methods, styles of play, etc.
so as to provide the best opportunity for athletes to develop proficiency and character
Section 4. It shall be the responsibility of the host school to lead those assembled in a public prayer and the recitation of the pledge of allegiance or playing/singing of the national anthem.
Section 5. It is mandatory that all team members who are listed in the official score book for each contest be given playing time. Playing time at the lower grades (through 6th) is defined in Section 2 of this article above. In the upper grades (7th and 8th) every member listed in the book must enter and play in the game/match/contest before it ends. Likewise, it is mandatory that all team members who are listed in the official scorebook sit out a portion of each contest.
Exception: When the number of team members is equal to the number of athletes necessary to field a team. The head coach of each team is responsible for implementing this rule.
Section 6. Host schools are responsible for having a designated person in charge of the game facility at all times. Such person will notify visiting coaches of his/her role.
Section 7. Each school shall establish, implement and communicate scholastic eligibility requirements for its students. Such scholastic eligibility requirements are to be included in the school's handbook which is distributed to families each school year.
Section 8. Each school shall establish, implement and communicate conduct eligibility requirements for its students. Such conduct eligibility requirements are to be included in the school's' handbook which is distributed to families each school year.
Section 9. Religious activities take precedence over all athletic activities.
Section 10. Any Invitational Tournament sponsored by a Diocesan school must follow Diocesan rules and regulations. (See Article VII, Section 4.) Diocesan schools that participate in contests/tournaments with non-Diocesan schools or sponsored by non-Diocesan schools must compete in such contests following these Diocesan rules and regulations.
Section 11. A properly equipped first aid kit must be available to coaches at all practices and contests.
Section 12. Club teams, AAU teams, etc. (those operating independently from school/parish teams) must not be sanctioned by the elementary schools. In addition, to minimize confusion,
such teams are not to be allowed to practice or play games in Diocesan elementary school
facilities.
Section 13. Consequences for violations of these Diocesan Rules and Regulations are to be developed and determined at the local level by the school principal. However, at a minimum, for violations of Article IV, Section 5; Article V - Requirements for Coaches and Athletic Directors;
and Article VII - Sport Limitations and Specifics, the school in violation shall be required to forfeit the contest in which the violation occurred and the next contest scheduled after the contest
in which the violation occurred.
ARTICLE V - REQUIREMENTS FOR COACHES AND ATHLETIC DIRECTORS
Section 1. Head coaches must be at least 21 years of age. An assistant coach may be under 21provided an adult is at every game and practice when the head coach is unavailable.
Section 2. At least one adult female must be in attendance at all girls' team practices and contests. At least one adult male must be in attendance at all boys' team practices and contests.
Section 3. All coaches or other adults involved in student supervision must complete all diocesan requirements - Protecting God's Children training, criminal background checks, sexual misconduct norms receipt, Pastoral Code of Conduct, blood borne pathogens training, and any other requirements that currently or in the future may exist or be implemented.
Section 4. Coaches shall display good sportsmanship to instill in each student a sense of responsibility for being good examples to one another. Coaches are always to be positive in coaching and encouraging a good attitude towards officials. Sportsmanship covers not running up the score on another team. Obscene language and behavior will not be tolerated. Coaches are
not to incite the fans toward opposing coaches, players or officials. Athletic Directors are
instructed to caution coaches and remind them of their responsibilities and accountability in this regard.
Section 5. All coaches will answer directly to their Athletic Director who will in turn answer to his/her Principal. The local school principal is responsible for implementing the requirements for coaches and for determining and applying appropriate consequences for any violations that
may occur.
Section 6. Diocesan rules governing sportsmanship and coaches shall apply in all cases.
ARTICLE VI - SPECTATOR GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS
Section 1. All spectators are expected to exhibit acceptable conduct at all times and may be removed by the game officials or authorized personnel of the host school.
a)Fans are expected to be courteous and respectful of the host school facility and those in authority
b)Obscene language and behavior will not be tolerated
c)Kicking and stomping on bleachers is unacceptable
d)Local host rules regarding food and drink in gyms must be observed
Section 2. All student spectators must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Section 3. Diocesan rules governing sportsmanship and spectators shall apply in all cases.
ARTICLE VII - SPORT LIMITATIONS AND SPECIFICS
The Diocese enacts the following sport limitations and specifics:
Section 1. If a school has many students at a particular grade level, there are to be multiple teams at that level so as to encourage greater participation. There is to be no cutting of players in the athletic program.
Section 2. Any contests and practices scheduled on Sundays shall begin at 1:00 P.M. or later.
Section 3. Playing/Practice Time for Diocesan Schools
Each school team shall have a maximum of four days of practices/contests in a given week-Sunday through Saturday.
Section 4. Diocesan athletic rules provide guidelines as to limitations on the number of contests(every interscholastic competition/scrimmage shall be considered a contest):
Football The total number of regular season contests may not exceed nine
Soccer The total number of regular season matches may not exceed seventeen
Volleyball (7th and 8th Grade Levels) The total number of regular season contests may not exceed:
a) Twenty-one matches and no tournaments; or
b) Nineteen matches plus one tournament; or
c) Eighteen matches plus two tournaments; or
d) Sixteen matches plus three tournaments; or
e) Fifteen matches plus four tournaments
No volleyball team shall play in more than five different matches during any given tournament.
Volleyball (5th and 6th Grade Levels) The total number of regular season contest may not exceed:
a) Eighteen matches and no tournaments; orb) Sixteen matches plus one tournament; orc) Fourteen matches plus two tournaments.
No volleyball team shall play in more than five different matches during any given tournament.
Basketball (7th and 8th Grade levels)
a) Twenty-one games and no tournaments; or
b) Nineteen games plus one tournament; or
c) Eighteen games plus two tournaments; or
d) Sixteen games plus three tournaments.
No team shall play in more than five different games during any given tournament.
Basketball (5th and 6th Grade levels) The total number of regular season contest may not exceed:
a) Eighteen games and no tournaments; or
b) Sixteen games plus one tournament; or
c) Fourteen games plus two tournaments.
No basketball team shall play in more than five different games during any given tournament.
Cheerleading and Pompons
Regular season contests plus two cheerleader competitions per squad per year
Track & Field and Cross Country
Established school teams should engage in at least three interscholastic contests, however,
for the purpose of these rules and regulations, no diocesan school team shall compete in
more than eight interscholastic meets/contests.
TRI-COUNTY CONFERENCE BY-LAWS
Revised and adopted 10/04/04
I. PURPOSE
A. To abide by and implement the Diocese of Rockford Elementary School Athletic programs Philosophy, Goals, Rules and Regulations (Revised and Adopted May 2003).
B. To promote the physical development of each student and increase their potential for excellence in sports.
C. To develop within each student a philosophy of teamwork and fair play
D. To develop within each student self-control and self-discipline
E. To promote growth in social skills and moral development
F.
To instill each student a spirit of pride representing their school that they can share with others.
G. To develop within each student a balance between competition and cooperation.
II.
MEMBERSHIP
A.
Current members:
St. Catherine, West Dundee St. Charles Borromeo, Hampshire St. Joseph, Elgin St. Laurence, Elgin St. Mary, Elgin St. Mary, SycamoreS. Patrick, St. Charles St. Peter, Geneva St. Thomas More, Elgin
1.
A goal of the conference is to offer team participation at each grade level,
grades 5th through 8th. At a minimum, league member schools must field at least one team at the 6th grade conference level and a second team at the 8th
grade conference level. This requirement must be met by the school before entering a conference team at the 5th and/or 7th grade levels. This
requirement applies to all sports.
2.
There must be a minimum of five teams participating in a sport at a grade
level to constitute conference play. If the league fails to meet the minimum team requirements for conference play at either 5th or 7th grade levels, those participants denied conference play at their grade level are permitted to play on the team at the next highest grade level. As such, these participants will be recognized as members of the high grade level for purposes of team structure, as developed by the member school, for conference play.
3
Since a goal of the conference is to offer conference participation at each grade level, 5th through 8th,member schools must participate at each specific grade level if both the number of participating schools allows the conference to offer league play at a specific grade level, and if the school has participation level that reasonably allows it to field a team at that grade level.
B. New members: New schools may be admitted into the conference as follows:
1.
A letter of intent will be filed with the Board of Control by July 1st of any school year.
2.
A ratification vote of the Board of Control will take place by August 1st.
3.
A majority vote of member schools is necessary for, ratification.
4.
New membership begins on the date of the ratification vote.
C.
Dismissal of members: The procedure for dismissal from the conference is as follows:
1.
When a violation of the conference by-laws is brought to the Ethics Evaluation Committee (three (3) elected members of the Conference plus the Principal Representative), they will review the offense with all principal sin writing.
2.
A special Board of Control meeting will be called to review all the fads. All schools (Principals and Athletic Directors) will be notified of its intent in writing, at least 2 weeks in advance of the meeting.
3.
The Board of Control will take action as they deem necessary (i.e., written warning, suspension, or dismissal).
II.
DUES AND FEES
Dues and fees shall be limited to the cost of trophies, t-shirts and postage. Fees will be set at the
fall conference meeting.
III. ADMINISTRATION
A. The Board of Control is composed of the principal and/or, as well as a Principal Representative from the Elgin Deanery, the principal's representative from each member school. In all matters each school will have one vote.
B. Officers:
1.
The Board of Control shall have a Chairperson. A Recording Secretary and Awards Administrator. Each/All Board of Control Officers shall rotate every year from Officer Position to Officer Position. The rotation shall follow an
alphabetical rotation e.g., (2003/2004) :
Conference Chairperson: St. Joseph Recording Secretary: St. Laurence
Awards Administrator: St. Mary - Elgin
i. Rotation for 2004/2005:
Conference Chairperson: St. Laurence
Recording Secretary: St. Mary - Elgin
Awards Administrator: St. Mary - Sycamore
ii. Rotation for 2005/2006:
Conference Chairperson: St. Mary - Elgin
Recording Secretary: St. Mary - Sycamore
Awards Administrator: St. Patrick
The Chairperson shall rotate every year with the school that is hosting the conference meetings.
2. The term of office is for one year.
3. Principal Representative:
a.
This is a rotating position that changes at the beginning of each school
year.
b.
Shall be selected by the Conference Principals to represent and act as Liaison for the Principals at all Athletic Director and Ethics Evaluation meetings.
4. The Chairperson shall:
a. Host, organize and chair all conference meetings and votes.
5. The Recording Secretary shall:
a.
Record minutes of meetings and mail copies to the assigned representatives of member schools (athletic director and principal).
b.
Record results of scheduling sessions and mail copies to the athletic directors of member schools.
6. The Awards Administrator:
a.
Responsible for selecting a vendor and for organizing the purchase and delivery of all conference tournament trophies and awards i.e. t-
shirts, trophies, etc.
7. Athletic Director:
a.
Record scores and standings of all contests and mail summaries and team rosters to each athletic director and tournament director at the
close of each season, as well as periodically during the season.
b.
Attends all Athletic Director meetings and other necessary meetings that are called.
c.
If school is canceled due to weather and/or other emergency causes,
affected activities will be rescheduled as needed. It is the responsibility of the closing school and their Athletic Director to notify the non-
affected school as soon as possible.
IV. MEETINGS
A. The Board of Control shall meet prior to each sports season for the purpose of scheduling athletic events (the first meeting is towards the end of August and prior to the beginning of the academic school year, and for general business purposes and necessary agenda items and once at the end of the sports season (April).
B. The Principal Representative and the Chairperson may call additional meetings as
needed.
C. The Athletic Director meetings shall be scheduled for the year at the first meeting. The
meeting for the following academic year shall be set at the last spring meeting of the current school year.
V.
ATHLETIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
A. A candidate for an athletic team may not practice or play in a game until he has filed with the school a certificate of physical fitness issued by a licensed medical doctor for the current school year and a proof of insurance waiver signed by the parent/guardian.
B. Lower grade (through 6th) programs shall have as their primary emphasis instruction and participation. Upper grade (7th and 8th) shall emphasize instruction, participation, and competition.
C. Coaches and athletic directors must cooperate in teaching methods, styles of play, etc. soas to provide the best opportunity for athletes to develop proficiency and character.
D. It shall be the responsibility of the host school to lead those assembled in a public prayer and the recitation of the pledge of allegiance or playing/singing of the national anthem.
E. It is mandatory that all team members who are listed in the official scorebook for each contest be given playing time. Every member listed in the book must enter and play in the game/match/contest before it ends. Likewise, it is mandatory that all team members who are listed in the official scorebook sit out a portion of each contest. Exception:
When the number of team members is equal to the number of athletes necessary to field a team.
F.
Host schools are responsible for having a designated person in charge of the game facility at all times. Such person will notify visiting coaches of his/her role.
G. Each school shall establish, implement and communicate scholastic eligibility
requirements for its students.
H. Each school shall establish, implement and communicate conduct eligibility requirements for its students.
I.
Religious activities take precedence over all athletic activities.
J.
Any Diocesan Invitational Tournament sponsored by a Diocesan school must follow IESA rules and regulations. (See Article VII, Section 4).
K. A property equipped first aid kit must be available to coaches at all practices and
contests.
L. IESA rules and regulations shall govern play in each sport.
If no IESA regulation exists,
decisions are to be made by the Conference.
VI. ETHICS EVALUATION COMMITTEE
A. During the year, possible violations or concerns of the conference by-laws shall be brought to the attention of the Ethics Evaluation Committee in writing by the school citing the violation or concern.
B. The EEC will resolve these questions/concerns with a consensus opinion on by-law
interpretations/violations.
C. All responses from the EEC will be in writing with copies sent to all member schools
D. Any subsequent action taken will be conducted at a special meeting of the Board of Control. All member schools will be notified in writing at least two weeks in advance of this meeting. Action taken can include written warnings, suspension, or dismissal from the conference.
E. The EEC will be comprised of three athletic directors, #1 alternate and #2 alternate from member schools. They will be elected at the annual Board of Control meeting in April.
They will serve a term of one year. Alternates replace any athletic director if said athletic director's school is involved.
VII.
PARTICIPANT ELIGIBILITY
A.
All participants must be enrolled in the school they represent.
B. To be eligible to play in conference tournaments and games the student must be in grades 5th
through 8th.
1.
At the principal's discretion, 4th graders may be allowed to participate:
a.
On a 5th – 6th grade combined team to bring that school into conference membership compliance.
b.
On a 5th grade conference level team where the member's school deems necessary.
2.
No 4th graders will be allowed to participate at levels above 6th grade.
3.
No participants may play "down" a level on another conference level team (i.e., 8th
grader on a 7th grade team).
4.
Participants may play "up" one conference grade level (6th grader to a 7th or a
combined 7th – 8th team). Participants who are moved “up” must remain with that grade level for the remainder of the season.
5.
In order to allow schools to meet the minimum conference membership requirement sat a specific level, the conference may be petitioned by said school for a one-year waiver regarding participation eligibility for that sport. A majority vote of those conference schools in attendance at that respective sport pre-season scheduling meeting is needed for approval.
6.
In the event of uncontrollable or foreseeable circumstances i.e. there are not enough children to complete a team at any grade level, a child may be moved up from a lower grade level team or over from a second team competing in conference play, on contest by contest basis. The movement of players cannot take place without the prior approval of the coaches and Athletic Directors. This can only be done in order to complete a contest with the appropriate number of participants.
C.
Age limitations or participants are as follows:
Eighth graders will become ineligible on the date they become 16 years of age, unless their15th birthday occurs during a regular sport season. In that case, they will become ineligible in regards to age at the beginning of the sport season during which they will turn 15.7th grade -14 years old6th grade - 13 years old5th grade - 12 years old There will be a maximum of four (4) years of eligibility for an athlete, with the exception of a 4th grader playing up to fill out a 5th grade roster. In this case, the athlete may have five years of eligibility - two years at the 5th grade level, one year each at the 6th, 7th, and 8th
grades.
VIII. SPECTATOR GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS
A. All spectators and participants i.e. parents, grandparents, coaches, and players are expected to exhibit acceptable conduct at all times and if not they may be removed from the premises of the school by the game officials or authorized personnel of the school.
1. Fans are expected to be courteous and respectful of the host school facility and those in authority.
2. Obscene language and behavior win not be tolerated towards any official. coach, player and/or fan.
3. Kicking and stomping on bleachers is not permitted.
4. Local host rules regarding food and drink in gyms must be observed.
5. A responsible adult must accompany all student spectators.
B. It is expected that parents and family members will conduct themselves in an exemplary Christian manner.
C. It is expected that Coaches will conduct themselves in a Christian manner. Coaches shall
instill in each student, good sportsmanship and a sense of responsibility for being good examples to one another. (Sportsmanship covers not running up the score on another team.) Coaches
should not incite the fans toward opposing coaches, players, or officials. Athletic Directors are
instructed to caution their coaches and remind them of their responsibilities in this regard.
D.
It is expected that players will conduct themselves in a Christian manner.
E. Serious infractions regarding sportsmanship should be brought to the attention of the conference Ethics Evaluation Committee by those schools involved.
F. Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) rules governing sportsmanship shall apply in all cases.
IX. TEAM ORGANIZATION, SPORTS LIMITATIONS AND SPECIFICS
The Diocese and The Conference enact the following sport limitations and specifics using the Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) rules and regulations as a basis.
1.
There shall be no cutting of players in the athletic programs. Schools may divide the teams if there are too many players at one level.
2.
Any contests and practices scheduled on Sundays shall begin at 1:00 PM or later.
3.
Playing/Practice time for Diocesan Schools shall not exceed a maximum of four days of practice/contests in a given week - Sunday through Saturday.
4.
IESA is to provide guidelines as to the limitations on the number of contests(every interscholastic competition/scrimmage shall be considered a contest):
Football: The total number of regular season contests may not exceed nine.
Soccer: The total number of regular season matches may not exceed seventeen.
Volleyball and Basketball: The total number of season contests may not exceed:
Volleyball 7th & 8th grade level
5th & 6th grade level
a. twenty-one matches / no tournaments; or eighteen / no tournaments
b.
nineteen matches / one tournament; or sixteen / one tournament
c. eighteen matches / two tournaments; or fourteen / 2 tournaments
d.
sixteen matches / three tournaments; or
e. fifteen matches / four tournaments.
Basketball - same as above (exclude “e” for basketball - 7th & 8th grade).
No volleyball or basketball team shall play in more than five different matches during any tournament.
Cheerleading and Pompons: Regular season contests plus two cheerleader competitions per squad per year.
Track & Field: In accordance with IESA rules and regulations, established school teams should engage in at least three interscholastic contests, however, for the purpose of these rules and regulations, no diocesan school team shall compete in more than five interscholastic meets/contests.
NOTE: Per Diocesan policy post season tournaments do count in the tally.
5.
Conference Play
i. Teams will be organized along grade levels from 5th through 8th grades.
Schools with combined 5th – 6th or 7th 8th teams must play at the 6th and 8th
grade levels respectively.
ii. There must be a minimum of five teams per grade level to constitute conference play.
iii. Schools shall declare at the pre-season scheduling meeting for that respective sport the number of teams and their grade levels for that sport.
iv. Teams will play seasonal 1 game rotational schedule (every team will play each conference team 1x minimum) home one year and away the next year schedule. However, if there are 6 or less teams at a grade level for scheduled conference play, then a round robin (home/away) schedule is permitted for that particular season/year and sport in order to meet the schedule requirements of Rockford.
1. Scheduling for conference games and tournaments shall take precedence over non-conference games or tournaments.
2. Games shall not be scheduled to start after 8:00 p.m. or allowed to start after 8:30 p.m. or before 1:00 p.m. on Sundays.
3. When scheduling grades 5 and 6 all efforts should be made to schedule these grade levels as early as possible.
v.
Principals shall approve and sign schedules before adoption. A copy of the schedule must be mailed to the conference secretary of that respective sport.
vi. Team uniforms must follow IESA guidelines.
Exceptions by mutual agreement of the opposing coaches are allowed.
a.
Schools are not required to have home and away uniforms.
vii. Requirements for Coaches
a.
Head Coaches must be at least 21 years of age. An
assistant coach may be under 21 provided an adult is at every game and practice when the head coach is unavailable.
b.
At least one adult female must be in attendance at all girls 'teams' practices and contests. At least one adult male must
be in attendance at all boys' team practices.
c.
All coaches or other adults involved in student supervision must complete all diocesan requirements regarding criminal background checks, sexual misconduct norms receipt,
blood borne pathogen training, Protecting God's Children,
Pastoral Code of Conduct, Mandated Reporter form, etc.
d.
Coaches shall display good sportsmanship to instill in each student a sense of responsibility for being good examples to one another. Coaches are always to be positive in coaching and encouraging a good attitude towards officials.
Sportsmanship covers not running up the score on another team. Obscene language and behavior will not be tolerated.
Coaches are not to incite the fans toward opposing coaches,
players, or officials. Athletic Directors are instructed to
caution coaches and remind them of their responsibilities and accountability in this regard.
e.
All coaches will answer directly to their Athletic Director who in turn answers to his/her Principal.
f.
IESA rules governing sportsmanship and coaches shall apply in all cases.
6.
Boys' Basketball
a.
Practices or scrimmages shall not begin before October 15th.
b.
Conference games shall not be scheduled before November 10.
c.
Tentative schedules shall be completed at the annual meeting in September.
d.
The conference season will end on or before January 31st followed by the conference tournament.
e.
IESA rules shall apply with the following exceptions:
5th – 6th grade:
Six-minute quarters Two two-minute overtimes
In the event of a tie after the second overtime, a shoot-out i.e. one free throw per every player on the roster (the number of free throws will equal the team that has the larger roster, will occur. No team will be permitted to “stack the deck” with best shooters in the event of some players shooting two times.
Five-minute warm-ups5th and 6th grade only. No full-court press until last two minutes of each half.
A team may not use a full-court press if leading by 15 or more points.
If a team is ahead by 20 points or more a running dock will be instituted. In the
event the score drops below 20 points in the second half, the running dock will still be used.
7th – 8th grade:
Seven-minute quarters
Three-minute overtimes
Five-minute warm-ups
3-point baskets allowed on courts so marked.
A team may not use full-court press when leading by 20 or more points.
If a team is ahead by 25 points or more a running dock will be instituted. In the
event the score drops below 20 points in the second half, the running dock will
still be used.
7. Girls' Basketball
a. Practices or scrimmages shall not begin before mid-November (end of volleyball season).
b. Conference games shall not be scheduled before December 10.
c. Tentative schedules shall be completed at the annual meeting in November.
d. The conference season will end on or before February 28th followed by the conference tournament and the Diocesan tournament.
e. I.E.S.A. rules shall apply with the following exceptions:
5th - 6th grade:
Six-minute quarters Two two-minute overtimes
In the event of a tie after the second overtime, a shoot-out i.e. one free throw per every player on the roster (the number of free throws will equal the team that has the larger roster, will occur. No team will be permitted to “stack the deck” with best shooters in the event of some players shooting two times.
Five-minute warm-ups.
No full-court press until last two minutes of each half.
A team may not use a full-court press if leading by 15 or more points.
If a team is ahead by 20 points or more a running dock will be instituted. In the
event the score drops below 20 points in the second half, the running clock will still be used.
7th – 8th grade:
Seven-minute quarters
Three-minute overtimes
Five-minute warm-ups
Four seconds permitted in the lane.
3-point baskets allowed on courts so marked.
A team may not use full-court press when leading by 20 or more points.
8. Cheerleading
1. Practices shall not begin before October 15th.
2. The conference tournament shall be set by the host school and presented at the boys' basketball annual pre-season meeting in September.
3. The conference season shall end with the end of the boys' basketball season.
4. IESA rules apply.
9. Girls' Volleyball
1. Practices or scrimmages shall not begin before the last Monday in August.
2. Conference matches shall not begin before September 15th.
3. Tentative schedules shall be completed at the annual meeting in August.
4. In order to shorten the length of match play, a 15-minute running clock shall
be used for the 5th grade level. The game would go to 15 points or 15 minutes with the needed 2-point differential. The clock stops only for official timeouts,
not for substitutions.
5. The season ends with the conference tournaments, which will be concluded no later than November 20th.
6. IHSA rules shall apply with the following exceptions:
i. Parents may be used as line judges.
ii. 5th - 6th grades will be allowed a 4-foot step-in on serve.
iii. Teams will be allowed to begin a game with only five players.
iv. The net height for 7th and 8th grade matches is 7 ft. 4 1/4 in.
v. The net height for 5th and 6th grade matches is 7 ft. 4 1/4 in.
7. Rally scoring will only be allowed during the 3rd game when the match has been decided and time allowed.
10. Boys' Volleyball
1. Practices or scrimmages shall not begin before the on 15th February.
2. Conference matches shall not begin before the 1st of March.
3. Tentative schedules shall be completed at the annual meeting in January.
4. In order to shorten the length of four-match play, a 15-minute running clock shall be used for the 5th grade level. The game would go to 15 points or 15minutes with the needed 2-point differential. The clock stops only for official timeouts, not for substitutions.
5. The season ends with the conference tournaments, which will be concluded no later than April 30th.
6. IHSA rules shall apply with the following exceptions:
i. Parents may be used as line judges.
ii. 5th - 6th grades will be allowed a 4-foot step-in on serve.
iii. Teams will be allowed to begin a game with only five players.
iv. The net height for 7th and 8th grade matches is 7 ft. 4 1/4 in.
v. The net height for 5th and 6th grade matches is 7 ft. 4 1/4 in.
7. Rally scoring will only be allowed during the 3rd game when the match has
been decided and time allowed.
**Rally scoring for all games was implemented for the 2004 girl's season.
11. Cross-Country
1. In accordance with IESA rules and regulations, established school teams should engage in at least three interscholastic contests, however, for the purpose of these rules and regulations, no diocesan school team shall compete in more than five interscholastic meets/contests.
12. Tournament Rotation
1. All conference tournaments shall be hosted by a conference member. In order
to track the host of tournaments, an alphabetical rotation shall be incorporated in2003/2004 school year for all sports e.g.:
St. Catherine, West Dundee2003/2004St. Charles Borromeo, Hampshire2004/2005St. Joseph, Elgin 2005/2006
St. Laurence, Elgin2006/2007St. Mary's, Elgin2007/2008St. Mary's, Sycamore2008/2009St. Patrick, St. Charles2009/2010St. Peter's, Geneva2010/2011St. Thomas More, Elgin 2011/2012
Note: In the event a school cannot host a conference tournament, the recording secretary shall note which school declined and the next school in the alphabetical order will be asked to host the tournament. This will be noted in the minutes. The procedure for hosting conference tournament each year will begin as designated above.
X.
AMENDING BY-LAWS
a.
By-laws may be amended at a regular meeting or any special meeting of the Board of Control called by the chairperson for that purpose.
b.
Amendments to be considered must be submitted, in writing, to the conference
chairperson at least four weeks prior to meeting date.
c.
The chairperson shall notify member schools by mail of the proposed amendments or changes at least two weeks prior to say meeting for their review.
d.
A passing majority of those schools present is necessary to approve a proposed amendment. A quorum of one member school over one-half of the number of schools in the conference at the time is necessary to vote.
e.
New by-laws, amendments, or changes become effective on the date they are approved by the Board of Control.
COACHES PLEDGE
I hereby pledge as a St. Peter Coach to place the emotional, spiritual, academic, and physical well being of my student-athletes ahead of my personal desire to win. I will strive to develop and improve each athlete's individual skills. I will lead by example in demonstrating a Christ-like attitude, sportsmanship, and fair play to all of the student-athletes and parents. I will treat
players, coaches, and officials with respect and remember that I am a role model for my players.
Above all else, I will do my best to make the student-athletes' athletic experiences fun for each
person. In addition, I acknowledge and agree to adhere to the following guidelines that are critical to successful completion of my pledge:
1.) 5th and 6th Grade - Athletes at this level participate with the knowledge that this is primarily an instructional level with emphasis placed on increasing their understanding of the game,
development of individual skills, awareness of rules, good sportsmanship, and the growth of a team unit. Each and every student athlete will start at a minimum of at least three games and play at a minimum 50% of each and every conference and non-conference game and non-
conference tournament games. The selection process of two teams (Red & White) at the 5th and6th grade level will be made at the discretion of the coaches of those grade levels and will be done to ensure that all teams are of equal talent. Final rosters must be submitted for review and
approval to the Athletic Director, Principal, and Assistant Principal prior to presenting them to the students. The season schedule will favor practice time in lieu of scheduled games.
2.) 7th and 8th Grade - Athletes at this level participate with the knowledge that this is a competitive level with emphasis placed on team unification, skill development, dedication,
sportsmanship, and a positive outcome of all game situations. Playing time of each 7th Grade
student will be governed by a 25% rule. Each coach will at adhere to the standard of playing each and every student athlete a minimum of 25% of every conference and non-conference game excluding tournament games. Playing time of each 8th Grade student athlete will be governed by rule that each player must sit during a game and each player must play in the game. Each
student-athlete should play in each half of every game.
3.) Head Coaches: Follow the St. Peter Athletic Program Guidelines, Tri-County Conference rules, Rockford Diocese guidelines, and at all times follow Christian ethics during all events including practices. Monitor team, players, parents and assistant coaches to ensure that St.
Peter's follows good Christian sportsmanship. Set a strict example of sportsmanship. Serve
under the direction of the Athletic Director.
4.) Assistant Coaches: Assist the Head Coach with the administration of the team and acts in
the absence of the Head Coach. Follow all athletic guidelines and demonstrates good sportsmanship. Serve under the direction of the Head Coach and Athletic Director. Support the head coach in following item #1, #2, and #3.
5.) All St. Peter Red and White Games will be played with the original rosters. Every attempt will be made by the Athletic Director to schedule the game as the first game of the year to lessen the focus and impact on the student-athletes.
6.) Any communication with other schools or their respective Athletic Directors will be directed
through the St. Peter School Athletic Director. Coaches will agree to adhere to the schedule as created by the athletic director working in conjunction with the sports coordinator.
7.) The Athletic Director will supervise and support coaches, resolving conflicts when possible.
The Athletic Director and the Assistant Principal will meet with parents and coaches as needed.
Unresolved conflicts will be brought to the Principal and the Athletic Advisory Committee.
8.) The selection of coaches is up to the discretion of the Athletic Director with final approvably the Principal.
9.) The Athletic Program is an extension of St. Peter School and is under the direction of the school's administration and the Diocese of Rockford.
We thank you for your generous offer of your time and talent. Coaching young student-athletes in a Christ-like manner is critical to formation of their character. We ask you to pledge your support to the St. Peter Athletic Program and its philosophy. As a result of that pledge all coaches will be held to high standards of adherence to all St. Peter guidelines and directives, Tri-
County Conference by-laws, and Diocese of Rockford guidelines.
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