Crestwood Community and Program PhilosophyBy Josh Jakacki

1. COACHING PHILOSOPHY "Failing to prepare is preparing to fail."

Coaching is a privilege. To be in a position to influence young people at such a formative time in their lives is a tremendous responsibility. A coach should be committed to providing his athletes with every opportunity to improve, as well as create an environment that elicits a disciplined lifestyle in order that your student athletes may attain their greatest and fullest potential, both as a player and as a person.

1. Perspective – It is important to maintain the proper perspective in life, which starts with faith followed by family and then basketball. It is also important, as a coach, to teach the proper perspective to players. Immediate family members and team members should be their highest priority, then academics, then, and only then, should basketbal be a priority.

2. Communication – It begins with the coach. A coach must let his players know he cares. Having an honest relationship with your players, whether good or bad, has to be the foundation of healthy communication. With honesty a coach develops trust and his players feel as if they can always come straight to him. Ultimately players will know that through everything his coach loves him. In order to develop open lines of communication, captains are designated to help share the team’s concerns. Coaches make it a priority to formally or informally meet with each player individually each day. If circumstances arise, have a weekly staff meeting to make sure the entire coaching staff is aware of concerns.

3. Respect from the players – Players should show respect for coaches through their willingness to accept discipline. Players should be organized on and off the floor. Have a responsibility to be more knowledgeable in life and basketball. Show their loyalty for their teammates, coaches and school by exhibiting common sense and social responsibility.

4. Teaching – The game of basketball is played with individuals and the primary responsibility of the coach is to teach the players how to play as one unit. Use the whole-part-whole method (puzzle) of instruction with the use of immediate reinforcement.

5. Practice – Meet with the staff before and after practice. Allow the players to feel as if they have ownership (empower them) by discussing areas of needed improvement in individual or team meetings. Players will know and understand the offensive and defensive emphasis for that day. Begin together, finish together. Use players as teachers. Expect improvement. Be demanding. BE ACCOUNTABLE to ONE ANOTHER!

CORE VALUES I believe the promotion and enhancement of student learning and personal development is the primary purpose of athletics. I believe student learning and personal development includes the development of intellectual, emotional, social, physical and ethical capacities. The coaching staff will acknowledge and emphasize the twelve core values in every team practice, event and game. The core values are instrumental for lifelong

success and helping our athletes become role model citizens. Our message is much larger than the game of basketball! We want to prepare our student athletes for the real world. Anything that can be done to improve the character of our student athletes and team increases our chances for success. The following core values will be taught and addressed in all that we do: • FAMILY      • INTEGRITY     • TEAMWORK    • COMMITMENT  • SERVANT LEADERSHIP• PASSION  • TOUGHNESS  • WORK ETHIC  • SELFLESS        • COMPETITIVE • COMMUNICATION              • RESPECTFUL  • ACCOUNTABILTY

2. TEAM CONCEPTOur program is built on the TEAM concept. I believe that individual goals will be taken care of by the team’s success. Our team is built on mental and physical preparation and aggressiveness. We feel if we do these two things as a team, we will reach our highest potential.

1. Offense – We will play up-tempo, placing constant pressure on the defense. A high shooting percentage will be the result of having good shot selection, we want layups first, followed by free throws, followed by 3 pt. shots and lastly middle game. We will make more free throws than the other team attempts through a strong inside game and an attacking, penetrating style. Our focus on a strong offensive rebounding team will be a trademark. In transition we will live by the 15 second rule.

2. Defense – We will make opponents play baseline to baseline and build from man-to-man defensive principles. Our goal is to play a physical style switching all blind, cross, and ball screens. We will periodically change defenses to keep opponents uncomfortable. Other defensive focal points include great conditioning. Team concept, ball pressure, gap (up the line) help, communication, contested shots, and rebounding every time. Stop your opponent before he catches the ball. Everything we do will be based on out working our opponent and playing team defense.

3. Family approach to public relations – Always market the program and school. Speak the same language. Be positive!

4. Winning – We believe winning is built on pride, trust, accountability, commitment, sacrifice and selflessness.

BASKETBALL PHILOSOPHY "You are what you repeatedly do. Therefore, excellence is not an act but a habit."

3. ACADEMICS”A decade after graduation, almost everyone will have forgotten when, where and what you played. But, every time you speak, everyone will know whether you are educated."

We do not talk about eligibility. We talk about preparing for the future. It is the responsibility of the athlete to take advantage of the dedicated faculty and staff who provide outstanding service and the quality education being offered. It is the responsibility of the entire

coaching staff to support the primary mission of providing outstanding educational opportunities for our student-athletes and helping them attain the highest academic achievement possible.

1. Maintain academic standards - Standards set by Crestwood High School, standards set by the OHSAA and standards set by the basketball program.

2. Emphasize academics in everything we do – During every individual or team meeting, the emphasis of academics will be stressed by placing a focus on the importance of being successful in this area, as well as, rewarding those who have been successful. Academic requirements will be established with all student-athletes, such as class attendance, required study table, weekly monitor reports (grade sheets), availability of tutors, and constant contact with faculty about the conduct and progress the student-athlete is making. Weekly staff meetings will update academic progress. Disciplinary action will be taken for failure to meet academic standards. (i.e.,6:30 am study hall, missed starting assignments, missed games and suspension from team). Honor roll boards will be placed in the locker room to provide motivation and reinforcement.

4. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY  “We must be available for kids and never forget the fact that each student is the most important person in any educational institution and that they are not an interruption of our work, but the sole purpose of it.”

My top priority as an educator is to provide outstanding educational opportunities for each of my students. I genuinely love to teach and I find many intrinsic rewards in helping students succeed in the classroom. Good teachers take a special interest in each and every student.

My teaching philosophy is to provide a learning environment that engages every student for optimal learning. There isn’t one set of standards for good students and a lower set of standards for others. Students learn at different rates and in different ways. It is my job to identify how each student learns and create an environment that promotes learning. I am convinced that all students can learn and that it is my responsibility to see that they are assisted in maximizing their potential.

As students become more responsible, they tend to become more accountable for their success. I want them to learn to take responsibility for their educational opportunities. I want them to love learning and to feel empowered by their knowledge. Maintaining high expectations and helping students reach their potential and fulfilling their dreams are some of the most important things I can do. By establishing a warm and caring atmosphere in my classroom, I can motivate students and create situations in which they can succeed.

5.  PROMOTIONAL IDEAS “Aspire to inspire before we expire.”

TEAM POSTER

An excellent promotional tool, highlighting our team and players for the upcoming season. Advertisers pay for the cost of printing and the poster can be sold or given away at a promotional night (Meet the Team Night).

DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK We will honor a defensive player of the week award. Recipient’s picture will be published in the Crestwood Comment’s. A plaque will be presented to the defensive player of the year.

ELEMENTARY/JUNIOR HIGH NIGHT A great opportunity to get the elementary schools involved in our program. All elementary kids are admitted “free of charge” with the junior high basketball teams being honored or performing at half-time of the game. T-shirts will be given to each individual with Crestwood Basketball on the front and their graduation year on the back.

HONOR ROLL NIGHT All students in the high school making the semester honor roll would be admitted “free of charge” and will be honored at half-time of the game.

SUPER FAN CONTESTAt each home game each class is evaluated for their school spirit, at the end of the season the winner will be invited to have dinner with the team and coaching staff. Winners will also receive a poster and a t-shirt.

WIN THE COACH’S MONEY At half-time of each game a fan will be chosen to shoot a lay-up for a bag of popcorn, a free throw for a slice of pizza, a three point shot for popcorn, pizza, and a drink. If the shooter makes all three shots he/she can shoot a half court shot for $50 of the coach’s money.

FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT Various door prizes will be given away during the evening to show our appreciation for everyone’s support.

PRE-GAME BASKETBALL CLINIC We will host a pre-game basketball skills clinic for our elementary and junior high students. Each student attending will be admitted “free of charge” to the game that evening.

“FAN OF HONOR” GIFT PACKAGE Someone is in for a most unforgettable experience at the boy’s basketball game! The “Fan of Honor” who gets the gift package will receive a personal announcement, a seat on the bench during the game, and other Crestwood Basketball paraphernalia.

6. FUNDRAISING IDEAS “Make the big time where you are.”

ALUMNI and COMMUNITY DINNER

Each year alumni and current basketball family members are invited to have dinner with a celebrity. Tickets are sold at $100 per couple and the goal is to attract a minimum of 50 couples.

CORPORATE SPONSOR PROGRAM The Corporate Sponsor Program, whereby sponsors contribute money based on the number of team victories, dunks, free throws, three pointers, etc.

ALUMNI GOLF OUTING A great fundraising and promotional idea that can evolve into an annual event for our athletic department. Invite administrators, faculty, staff, alumni, professional athletes, coaches, business people and other local celebrities.

YOUTH NIGHT The classic is an opportunity to “let the kid, run, play and rock and roll” for the basketball program. The event features games, music, fun, and food.

PERSONAL SCOREBOARD MESSAGE PROGRAM For a donation to the Booster Club, we will run a personal announcement at halftime on the date you specify.

BASKETBALL CAMPS This is possibly our most important event. We will host parent/child camps, individual instruction day camps, an individual skill development overnight camps, varsity, junior varsity, freshman, and junior high team camps.

COACHING CLINICS This is a great opportunity to bring high school, junior high, and grade school coaches to Crestwood High School to actively take part in an annual clinic that will include lecturing and on the court demonstration.

SOLICITATION LETTERA letter sent by the players to family, friends and neighbors asking for a tax free donation toward the program to help fund off-season travel, summer tournaments, community service projects, team building exercises and in-season activities.

7. PUBLIC RELATIONS "The strength of the pack is the wolf. The strength of the wolf is the pack." "Winning the hearts of our neighbors"

It is one of our most important wins. To help support the dedicated community that cheers us on and boosts our morale, we get involved. And we make things happen, for all kinds of good organizations and our fans. We're especially focused on the community.

1. School - Inter-school relations. Involve everyone, administration, faculty, staff within athletic department and students.

2. Alumni and Parents - Be enthusiastic, congenial (pleasant), and available in fundraising.

3. Community - Make service clubs, businesses, and charitable organizations feel as if they are a part of the team. Have community leaders speak to the team. Involve the team in community projects.

4. Media – Make coaching staff available for radio, newspaper, and television. Always market the team, the program, and the school.

5. Mailing list – Compose a list of past players and parents who could help in public relation efforts and fundraising. Public Relations Ideas Faculty Breakfast/Honor Night Meet the Team Night,  Elementary Adoption Program, Radio Shows, School Reading Program, Hero Among Us Program, Community Service Contest, Outreach Program, Halftime Youth Game, Program Holiday Events

8. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES FOR STUDENTS

1) Instill hard work and accountability in each student athlete so they can maximize their full potential in the classroom, on the basketball court and the game of life.

2) Prepare each student athlete for the real world by holding them accountable to our program core values of family, integrity, leadership, commitment, toughness, respect, selfless, teamwork, communication and confidence.

3) Ensure each student athlete is taking care of business in the classroom before they have the privilege to play high school basketball.

4) Create a family atmosphere for all past, current and future Crestwood boys’ basketball players.

5) Set specific, measurable and attainable individual life goals, academic goals, and team goals along with implementing an action plan for all four areas to be achieved.

6) Educate and counsel our student athletes about career choices and internships preparing them for the future.

7) Map-out and follow our 2015-16 (GOALS) to ensure individual and team success.

8) Develop and improve each player’s basketball skill and IQ through a comprehensive system of play so they can become the best player they are capable of becoming.

9) Master the fundamentals of the game of basketball by giving 110% effort during practice and skill workouts to fully prepare for game play.

10) Upgrade the respectability of the Crestwood Basketball Program in the Portage Trail County Division and throughout the NE region.

11) Establish an attitude and tradition that will attract students to want to participate in the basketball program at Crestwood High School.

12) Display a winning attitude through the development of team “chemistry” and unity.

13) Build positive relationships with Crestwood faculty, students, Devil’s Den and the surrounding community.

14) Become servant leaders in our community by conducting volunteer work, clinics and camps.

15) Compete and win the PTC, Sectional Title, District Championship and State Championship.9. IDENTITY OF A CRESTWOOD BASKETBALL PLAYER

1. Give 110% effort and try your best in all that you do.

2. Tell the truth and make no excuses regardless of the circumstances.

3. Be a sponge and become a lifelong learner.

4. Maintain a positive mental attitude and body language.

5. Represent yourself, your family and Crestwood High School in a first class manner at all times.

6. Understand your role on the team, take great pride in it and focus on team goals more than individual goals.

7. Care about your teammates, take responsibility for their well-being and treat them as family.

8. Attack in everything you do! Finish everything you begin!

9. Take care of your body along with staying dedicated to the ball and weight room.

10. Believes that team defense wins championships and is entirely committed to development in this area.

10. COACH-PLAYER-PARENT COMMUNICATIONS Our goal as a staff is to promote a family atmosphere where all parents and students

are comfortable. The coaching staff will strive to make sure all of the parents and students are on the same page. Communication throughout the entire year is vital for successful parent and student relations with the coaching staff. Communication is important for successful player development on and off of the basketball court too. Great teams begin with great parents! Coach Jakacki will have an “open door policy” for students. We encourage any student that has an issue with their coach to reach out to the coach to find a resolution (i.e., 4-Step CRESTWOOD Basketball Communication Process). However, there will be a communication process that all students, parents and coaches need to follow.

4-STEP CRESTWOOD BASKETBALL COMMUNICATION PROCESS STEP 1  Student meets with head coach STEP 2  Student and parent meet with head coach STEP 3  Student, parent and coach meet with the athletic directorSTEP 4  Student, parent, coach and athletic director meet with the principal

Students are expected to meet with Coach Jakacki first, if they have an issue or problem. If a Coach receives a point of contact (e.g., in-person, email, phone call) from a parent/family member before hearing from the student, the coach will politely ask that their student comes to the coach first – as directed in the 4-Step Crestwood Basketball Communication Process. This process streamlines the communication process and promotes accountability to all students within the Crestwood High School boys’ basketball program.

There will be times during the season when a parent or player may be confused about why something happens the way it does. Please remember that knowledge is the best way to find a solution. There are many things that are part of the game plan that are not seen or heard during a game. These instructions take place at practice, in the locker room, on the bus, film session, or in the huddle on the floor. The only way to be clear about what is happening on the floor during a game is to get all of the information so that a clear judgment can be made. This is why we stress that players come see Coach Jakacki if they are confused about their role, playing time, etc.

24-HOURS Remember, immediately following a game, win or lose, is a tough time to talk to the coach. Usually the coach, player and parent are very emotional. Please adhere to the “24-hour” rule. Wait until the next day to contact the coach with an issue. Usually by then, both sides might be more rational and able to find a solution to the problem. Coach Jakacki prefers communicating in person rather than over the phone or email. If we cannot meet in person, speaking over the phone is the second best way to communicate. Email and text messaging is the last form of communication, if we cannot find a time to meet or speak over the phone.

11.  TRY-OUTS

We will begin our first practice on Friday, October 30th . During this week, students will be evaluated for placement in our program. Each participating student will be given a minimum of three days to demonstrate their skill level, work ethic, and basketball knowledge in front of the Crestwood boys’ basketball coaching staff.

A series of cuts will take place during this first week, with the first round taking place following Monday’s practice. A second cut will take place the following practice on Thursday the 6th . On Friday the 7th, each team in the program will be established and practices will continue as normal.

It is our goal to give every student a fair and honest evaluation. Therefore each student will be evaluated based on five factors that we feel are extremely important in order to produce a successful basketball program at the high school level.

The five factors are academics, basketball skill, basketball IQ, coach-ability and character.

A description of each area is found below. Please note that these areas are used as a means to help with the process of elimination. However, students must first and foremost demonstrate the ability to competitively play basketball at the high school level; otherwise they will not be a candidate for team placement.

This will be an intense week and we appreciate each student putting themselves in a position to compete for a roster spot. Cutting students is the hardest thing we as coaches have to do. Unfortunately it is the nature of this sport.

Each student must understand that in a performance based culture, roster spots are earned on an ongoing basis. This begins with initial tryouts, training camp and concludes at the season completion.

It is very important to make sure your student is getting adequate nutrition, fluids, and rest.

12. COACHES CRITERIA FOR PLAYER EVALUATION Each player in our program is a STUDENT-athlete. Being members of our basketball

program is a bi-product of the educational institution of CHS. Therefore the expectation is that each player adheres to and exceeds the eligibility requirements set forth by the OHSAA, Crestwood School District and Crestwood High School. If a student is NOT eligible academically, then they cannot play.

ACADEMICS will take precedence to athletics in our program.

SKILL (Approximate Weight Assessed = 70%) Student-athletes will be critiqued on whether or not they have the skill to play competitive high school basketball. Skill refers to their ability to defend, shoot, pass, dribble, rebound, and demonstrate high level fundamentals.

BASKETBALL IQ Refers to the student-athletes’ knowledge of the game. This is critical as each player will need to blend their skills and talents into an organized and structured setting. Our program will challenge these athletes mentally as they will be introduced to a wide variety of concepts, terminologies, and schemes.

COACH-ABILITY and ATTITUDE Our coaching staff is looking for young men who will accept our teaching and coaching. We expect every player to respect the decisions that we make as coaches, have a willingness to be taught and coached, and follow the philosophy of our program at all times. Attitude is extremely important within our program! Is yours worth catching?

CHARACTER It is our philosophy to keep student-athletes who will represent Crestwood High School, themselves, and their family with the utmost character. It is a belief of our coaching staff that the avenue of sport more than any other source demonstrates the true character of human beings. Therefore, we want our players to be self-less, encouraging to teammates, respectful of our opponents, officials, and fans, and have a genuine joy to compete in the game of basketball. The two qualities that follow you your entire life are: reputation and character.

13. PROGRAM GUIDELINES & EXPECTATIONS ACADEMICS In keeping with the belief that participation in athletics is a privilege and not a right,

certain standards of eligibility have been established by the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA). The Crestwood High School boys’ basketball program will endorse and implement the OHSAA rules and regulations along with the Crestwood School District and C.H.S. academic policy for participation.

While we are aware of the important role that athletics play in the development of students, we are also committed to the philosophy that the primary purpose of our program is to academically prepare students to become productive citizens upon graduation. All student athletes must maintain a minimum 1.5 GPA in order to be a team member; however, we expect students to have a higher GPA than the minimum. As a team, we strive for excellence and have a team goal of a 3.0+ GPA each season.

The coaching staff will work with each student athlete to ensure they receive the necessary educational assistance. Setting specific and realistic expectations is important for individual and team success. On the basketball court and in the classroom, student athletes must learn to expand their capabilities to achieve their goals and aspirations. Our goal is to ensure our team is fully prepared for life beyond high school.

Class truancy (skipping class) will result in disciplinary action, whether an entire class was skipped or just a portion. This consequence will be similar to an unexcused absence at practice.

Each player must attend all classes in order to participate in practice or a game that day. Exceptions are made for appointments or pre-arranged absences.

Failure to perform in the classroom may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff. Failure to perform in the classroom may also affect the coaching staff’s decisions when teams are assigned at the beginning of the season.

14. HAZING

We have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for hazing. Players are expected to follow all State and Federal laws along with Crestwood School District and Crestwood High School policies.

On top of facing punishment from the police, school district and C.H.S.; players who break this policy may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff.

15. DRUGS & ALCOHOL We have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for drug and alcohol use. 24-7/365!

Players are expected to follow all State and Federal laws regarding drugs and alcohol along with Crestwood School District and Crestwood High School policies.

On top of facing punishment from the police, school district and C.H.S.; players who break this policy may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff.

Players are expected to come forward and speak to Coach Jakacki regarding any laws/policies that are broken regarding drugs and alcohol. We will not tolerate players hiding their issues.

16. PRACTICE Players are expected to trust and listen to their coaches to learn; never negatively

question a coach on the court or in public. However, players are expected to ask clarification questions regarding basketball skills, concepts, etc.

Players are expected not to leave the floor without permission from the coach.

Players are expected to have a clean and profanity-free mouth at all times.

Players are expected to refrain from negative comments, trash talking and or physical confrontations with teammates.

Players are expected to demonstrate a positive mental attitude along with positive and inspiring body language. Players that showcase a negative attitude will lose the privilege to practice and play in games.

Players are expected to compete with a consistent and maximum effort.

Players are expected to improve their skill set each night before they walk off the hardwood.

Players are expected to hustle in drills and never loaf on the hardwood.

Players are expected to be on the floor at least 15 minutes prior to the start of practice.

Players are expected to wear their Crestwood Basketball reversible practice jersey and solid black/red shorts.

Players will not be shooting half-court or non-game shots before or during practice.

Players are expected to keep their backpack and personal items (i.e., cell phone, laptop, iPod, iPad, etc.) locked up inside their locker in the team locker room. The Coaching Staff is not responsible for lost or stolen goods.

Players are expected to know the difference between “hurt” and “injured.” Hurt means you have obvious pain but you are capable to continue playing because the pain is manageable. Injured means you have pain that is not manageable and beyond your pain threshold where you need to seek medical attention (e.g., team trainer).

Players that are considered “injured” will not be cleared to practice until the Team Physician approves.

Players are expected to ice after practice or during practice if they are injured.

Players are expected to take care of school property and equipment including the locker room, main gym, bathroom, etc. No spitting or gum tossing in gym. We will clean the gym of all garbage after each practice.

17. Attendance Players are expected to attend every regular and post-season practice. Excused

absences will be given out to players who contact Coach Jakacki(Varsity), Coach (JV) or Coach Lieberth (V-Asst.) 24 hours in advance with a realistic reason. Contacting (JV) coach, if you are a varsity player is unacceptable.

Unrealistic reasons are going to another sports game, going to a girlfriend’s house, going to the weight room, etc. Realistic reasons are group projects, study hall, family emergency, family reunion, sick, etc.

Players with excused absences are allowed to play in the next game but will not “start” and their playing time has the possibility of changing due to the lack of practice time that week.

If you do not attend practices, you fall behind in all areas (i.e., skill, IQ, team terminology, unity, etc.) For every one unexcused absence, that player will sit out at least the first half of the upcoming game. If a player has more than three unexcused

absences in the season, he will be suspended along with given an action plan to get back on the team.

Attendance at all games, practices, meetings, conditioning sessions, and team events is mandatory.

Players are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes early to the start of practices, meetings, conditioning sessions and team events.

Players are expected to attend every regular and post-season practice.

Excused absences will be given out to players who contact Coach Jakacki (Varsity), Coach (JV) or Coach Lieberth (V-Asst.) 24 hours in advance with a realistic reason.

Unrealistic reasons are going to another sports game, going to a girlfriend’s house, going to the weight room, etc. Realistic reasons are group projects, study hall, family emergency, family reunion, sick, etc.

Excused and unexcused attendance in practice will be dealt with according to what is previously stated in the practice policy (i.e., non-starter, loss of playing time, etc.).

Excused and unexcused attendance for games will be dealt with on a case per case basis. Varsity Players are expected to watch the first ½ of the JV home/away game before heading to locker room. JV and Freshmen-Team players are expected to watch the entire Varsity game home or away.

18. PLAYING TIME After tryouts conclude, each player who made the cut will be assigned to our Varsity,

JV & Frosh-Team. Players will be assigned to a team that is parallel with their demonstrated ability. This assignment MAY NOT BE permanent.

Players have the opportunity to move up or down based off performance during practices and games. The determination of playing time is entirely up to the head coach and is dependent upon many factors. These factors are both measurable and subjective. On top of these factors, Varsity, JV and Frosh Team are different levels of play regarding pace, talent and objectives.

As the head coach, it is one of my top priorities to make personnel decisions that I believe provide our team with the best chance for success during any given competition. With that said, I am also keenly aware of how playing time affects team climate, the overall well-being of my program, and the development of individual self-esteem and perceived value to the team. Playing time can be affected due to actions that are not tolerated, such as: complaining to officials, technical fouls, ejections, fighting on the court, arguing with a coach, etc.

I cannot guarantee that any player will play at all during the season, let alone how much they will play. What I will guarantee is that I will have an open door policy and weekly meetings with each student.

These meetings will be private and provide insight to what needs to change in order for them to earn more playing time.

19. PRACTICE ATTIRE Players are expected to wear their 2015 Crestwood Basketball reversible

black/white/red jersey to every practice along with black/red or white shorts. The shorts can be any brand, but must be reasonable length and the majority color is Red/Grey.

Until our program purchases team issued practice gear, this is what we will wear for the 2015-16 season practices. Please frequently wash your jersey and shorts for cleanliness. (Will have Team Shop available for purchase)

The objective is to look professional, presentable and represent CHS with class. Look good, feel good, play good! Players are expected to wear khaki pants, long-sleeve button shirt, and a tie to their belt line (no bow ties).

Players are expected to wear business casual dress shoes (i.e., not basketball shoes, running shoes, slippers or sandals). Players will refrain from wearing hats/beanies on game days. Wearing a jacket over the dress shirt and tie is recommended due to our MIDWEST winter weather.

If a member of the team does not have such apparel, and cannot afford it, he needs to talk to Coach Jakacki 72 hours before the first travel date.

20. GAME ATTIRE The objective is to look uniform and as a team. Players will wear the team warm-up

shirt, jersey, and shorts for all home/away warm-ups and games.

Game jersey will remain tucked in at all times. Players are expected to wear white team socks for home games and black team socks for away games.

Elbow sleeves, leg tights, wristbands, armbands or headbands are not allowed unless given permission by Coach Jakacki.

21. LOCKER ROOM The locker room is our “home,” and all players no matter the grade level are

expected to feel welcome and safe. Keep your areas clean including your locker.

Players are expected to shower after away games (home games a choice) for hygiene purposes along with the bus smelling clean for the ride home. Bring the necessary toiletries and towel inside your gym bag for away games. We have zero tolerance for unprofessionalism or horse-play inside the showers, bathroom, etc. Absolutely no visitors are permitted in the locker room – home or away; coaches and players only. Secure and lock all valuables away. Coaching staff is not responsible for lost or stolen goods.

22. TEAM SHOES Each player within the program will purchase a pair of new shoes each season.

These shoes are specifically designed for elite basketball players and should provide the correct support and comfort once they are broken in. Team shoes allow all Varsity, JV and Frosh-Team players look united on the court as ONE.

Players will need to wear the team basketball shoe to all practices and games. These shoes should not be worn outside as a street or school shoe. It is mandatory that each player wears these team issued shoes unless there is a doctor note stating the player needs to wear a different shoe.

23. EQUIPMENT Players will be issued team equipment during the regular season. This equipment is

extraordinarily expensive and extremely valuable to our basketball program. Due to our tight budgets, equipment needs to be treated with respect to ensure longevity. All players and parents must understand that equipment is a loan from the school and has to be returned after the season is over. If a player does not return his game jerseys, game shorts, warm-ups, etc. he will be fined by CHS in order to pay for the replacement. Ordering replacement items is expensive and the Boys’ Basketball Booster Club or CHS will not be liable for lost or stolen items that were issued to players.

Each player will be given washing instructions for our game uniforms and warm-ups. It is the responsibility of the player to follow these instructions and take care of their team issued items. If the items are returned with stains, holes, discoloration, etc. the player faces the possibility of being fined so a replacement item can be ordered.

Players are expected to only wear game jerseys, shorts and warm-ups for game play. Players who wear these items for other uses (i.e., school, yard work) will lose their privilege of having these items in their possession along with other consequences to be determined by Coach Jakacki.

All equipment that was issued to each player is expected to be returned to the Head Coach the first Monday following the conclusion of our last game that season.

24. SOCIAL MEDIA Coaches will not become Facebook friends or Twitter followers with any player or

parent on the team. However, it will be okay to become “friends” or “followers” once the player graduates high school to ensure the lifelong family atmosphere our basketball program promotes.

Communication such as phone calls, text messages, and emails are appropriate.

25. AWAY TRIPS Players are required to stay with the team at all times on away trips .

Players who leave the travel party, no matter the circumstances, will have their parents called and sent home immediately along with being suspended from the team.

All CSD, CHS and CHS Boys’ Basketball policies are in effect when traveling. There will be a more in-depth policy/waiver to be signed by parents and students when traveling and staying overnight for game play (i.e., if we play out of town tourney).

26. TEAM BUS All Varsity, JV and Freshmen-Team players must ride the team bus to away games.

All Varsity, JV and Frosh- Team players must ride the team bus back to Crestwood High School after the Varsity game concludes.

Having homework or studying for a test is not an excuse.

Plan ahead regarding your schedule and bring the necessary school work materials if needed.

We ride together no matter your age level or team placement (unless teams are playing in different locations).

No cell phone calls on away bus trips (text message parent or guardian if absolutely needed); talk to your teammates while on the bus.

Traveling to our away game is a time for concentration and mental preparedness. Players are expected to refrain from horseplay, loud conversations and other distractions. There are no assigned or saved seats.

Players are expected to show courtesy and respect to bus drivers and fellow passengers. This includes following all established bus rules and keeping the bus clean.

Head CoachHead Coach Jakacki comes to Crestwood High School after spending the 2007-15 seasons as the boys’ head basketball coach for Kenston High School. In the 2009-2010 season, Kenston compiled an overall record of 18-4, 1st in the CVC during the regular season, won Sectional Championship, and tied for most wins in the programs history.  During the 2011-2013 seasons Kenston had an overall record of 55-10 and had a CVC record 39 game league winning streak, three sectional titles and ranked in Cleveland PD Top 20 in NE Ohio. Overall, Coach Jakacki has been a 5x CVC Coach of the Year, 2x NE Lakes District COY, and 2011 OHSCBA Division 2 COY. Before arriving at the Crestwood, Coach Jakacki coached for Crestwood High School from 2001-2006. His teams posted three seasons that rank in the top 7 for win totals. Prior to coaching at Crestwood, Coach Jakacki stared at Crestwood High School where he still holds the career scoring, assists and steals record. Coach Jakacki majored in Elementary Education and earned his Elementary Education degree from the Hiram College in 1998. Coach Jakacki played three years of basketball at Hiram (one at Malone College), and was elected to the School’s Athletic Hall of Fame (2014). After college, he married his college sweetheart, Alisha Jakacki. Alisha is a stay at home mom who does all the important duties in the Jakacki-household. He and wife, Alisha have five children:  Mason 13, Trent 12, Avery 9, Calli 7, and Lexie 4.  Coach Jakacki would like to thank his entire family for all of their love and support! Specifically, he would also like to give special thanks to his wife, Alisha, for her patience and devotion throughout his coaching career.