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Spackenkill Athletic Program
Athletic Orientation Night 2015
Marco R. LanzoniDirector of Health, Physical Education and Athletics
Did you know?723 students (7th – 12th grade) participate on
our 46 interscholastic teams over three seasons
2014 - 2015: our teams won 7 divisional titles, 2 league and 2 section championships
Volleyball – advanced to the state final fourGirls’ Soccer - won 4th consecutive Section 9
championshipGirls’ Tennis – won 4th consecutive league
championshipBaseball – won 3rd consecutive league
championship
Did you know?139 MHAL Scholar Athletes (90 or
above in-season average)15 out of our 18 varsity teams
qualified as NYS Scholar Athlete Teams
Boys’ Basketball and Volleyball won Sportsmanship Awards presented by their respective officials associations
Spackenkill has a full-time Athletic Trainer Don McChesney – 845-705-3204
Sports OfferingsFALLCross Country (B&G)Soccer (B&G)CheerleadingField HockeyFootballVolleyballGirls’ Tennis (Varsity Only)Golf (Varsity Only)
46 Teams54 Coaches
WINTERBasketball (B&G)Cheerleading Indoor Track (Varsity
Only)
SPRINGTrack and Field (B&G)BaseballSoftballCrew Boys’ Tennis (Varsity
Only)
NYSPHSAA Geography – 11Sections
Section 9* Dutchess County * Orange County* Ulster County* Sullivan County
Section 9 - divided into two league
1. Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association
(OCIAA) 2. 2014 - 2015 Mid Hudson Athletic
League (MHAL)Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 Division 4
Wallkill New Paltz Spackenkill Millbrook
FDR Highland Onteora Pine Plains
Poughkeepsie Rondout Dover Webutuck
Saugerties Red Hook Ellenville Rhinebeck
Marlboro Coleman
NYSPHSAA Competition - Titles
Signups and Start Dates2015 -2016
Signups:Fall – May 2015 Winter – October 2015Spring – February 2016
Start Dates:Fall (Varsity/JV) Aug. 17 (Mod) Sept.
9 Winter (Varsity/JV) Nov. 9 (Mod) Nov. 16 Spring (Varsity/JV) Mar. 7 (Mod) Mar. 14
Medical ClearanceStudents interested in playing/trying out for a sport
must have proper medical clearance◦ Parent Permission/Health Appraisal Form◦ Sports Physical
All completed forms are submitted to Nurse’s Office◦ Make sure you SIGN all forms you turn in◦ Submit forms ASAP
Where can I get forms?◦ Nurse’s Office◦ Athletic Office◦ Athletic Website
Concussion ProtocolCoach and/or Athletic Trainer assess
injuryIf a concussion is suspected the
student is removed from physical activity immediately
Student must be seen by a physicianIf diagnosed with a concussion the
student must have a note allowing them to return to school (academics)
Concussion ProtocolOnce symptom free for 24 hours
they may set an appointment to be seen by the school physician to get cleared for physical activity
Once cleared by the school physician the student must follow a minimum of 5 day return to play protocol
www.spackenkillschools.org/athletics/concussion
Athletic Placement ProcessState mandated process for
screening 7th and 8th grade students to determine their readiness to compete at the high school level by evaluation of their physical maturity, fitness level, and skill
For mature exceptionally skilled students
Students recommended by the Head Coach, PE teacher or Athletic Director
Values of Interscholastic AthleticsNational statistic - High School
athletes have higher grades, lower dropout rates and attend college more often than non-athletes
Student-athletes have a higher grade point average than non-athletes and are absent from school fewer days per year◦Spackenkill - (14’-15’) 139 athletes
maintained a 90 or above in-season average this year
Philosophy of ProgramWe believe interscholastic athletics help provide
students insight into many life experiences including:• Responsibility and cooperation• Sportsmanship and respect for authority• Good citizenship and loyalty• Success and accomplishment as well as
disappointment and failure
As a result, interscholastic athletics is a privilege and not a right• Athletes need to earn their place on a team• Athletes are not entitled to membership and need to
demonstrate a commitment to participation
Philosophy of Program Levels
Modified – 7th and 8th grade◦ Introduction to the dynamics of interscholastic athletic
teams◦ Fundamentals/skill development vs. competitive emphasis◦ Each athlete receives playing time when team
expectations are met and safety is not compromised◦ Rotation system for some programs (i.e. basketball,
football) Junior Varsity (JV)
◦ Refining skills◦ Preparation for the Varsity level and program success◦ Increased emphasis on competition and performance◦ Attaining maximum potential = Success. Not just victories◦ Playing time dependent on skill set and meeting team
expectations
Philosophy of Program LevelsVarsity
◦Emphasis on skills and strategies to win contests
◦Good play, good sportsmanship, and welfare of team members are of prime importance
◦Attaining maximum potential = Success
◦Playing time dependent on skill set and meeting team expectations
Reality of High School AthleticsOnly 2% of graduating seniors
nationwide receive athletic scholarships
1% of the 2% mentioned above go on to professional athletic careers
Manage expectations MS/HS Sports – Enjoy the Moment!
If athletics provide your son/daughter an entrance to an institution they might not have normally qualified for then it served them well
Team RequirementsCommitment –attendance for
practice/gamesAcademic responsibilityAppropriate behaviorPositive attitudeRespect for sport, self and othersSportsmanshipEffort and work ethicVarsity/JV – practice/games over
holiday breaks
Modified Practice Schedule
When school is in session ◦Monday – Friday 3pm to 5pm (generally)◦2:30pm to 3pm extra help available with teachers
The length of the practice is up to the discretion of the individual coach.
Some teams may practice on SaturdaysShuttles transport athletes to practice
facilities off-campus◦High School◦Nassau/Hagan Elementary◦Casperkill ◦Poughkeepsie Boathouse
How Parents Can HelpEncourage your student-athletes to work
hard and understand the various roles on a team
Model supportive, positive and appropriate behaviors at contests towards officials, coaches, athletes and fans
Be supportive of your child’s coach at home◦Kids learn their behavior from you
Respect a coach and team’s work environment and space◦Benches, dugouts, etc.◦Modified vs. Rec Program transition
How Parents Can HelpEmpower your child to approach his/her
coach and engage in discussion if they have a concern
Prepare your child that he/she may not hear an answer they like – help them understand/strategize, not make excuses
Help your child manage his/her time and not have their time overcommitted
Read the Student-Parent Athlete Handbook together before signing
Please pick your son or daughter up on time from practice or returning from away trips
Helpful Websites
www.spackenkillschools.org/athletics
www.sectionixathletics.orghttp://ociaa.ouboces.org/http://www.nysphsaa.org/
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