Athletics Information
The material outlined in this guide defines some of the policies and procedures for all students participating in our High School Athletic Program. This guide is intended to provide a better understanding of the philosophy, goals and policies.
Philosophy
Participation on an athlete team is a rewarding experience, which requires students to commit their time, energy, and spirit. Students are expected to be familiar with all school policies relating to athletics if they are to fully benefit from this program.
Athletes must attend all practices, contests, and team meeting unless the coach excuses them BEFORE the absence. Such absences, even excused, may result in an athlete losing his or her position on a team and could affect eligibility for a letter. This policy also applies to School vacations. Games are regularly scheduled during December, February and April School vacation weeks. Athletes must attend daily practices of approximately two hours, including Saturdays. The coach is present at all practices.
Goals
The following are the goals of the athletic department:
- to enable students to experience the benefits of team membership;
- to acquire and develop physical conditioning as a requisite for good health;
- to develop appropriate attitudes toward competition, sportsmanship and self-discipline.
Coaches decide who will play at the varsity level based upon their assessment of an athlete's skill, commitment and attitude. This assessment continues throughout the season and can result in an athlete moving among levels.
Pre-Season Responsibilities
Any candidate for an athletic team must meet the following requirements before attending a tryout or practice session.
- Give the School Nurse evidence of a satisfactory physical examination.
- Be younger than 19 years of age.
- Notify the Athletic Director if a transfer student.
- Complete all financial responsibilities for equipment issued during the previous season.
A 'season' for a particular sport ends with the final MIAA -Tournament or event.
Winter
2009 Tryouts
All candidates for Winter Sports must have a updated medical
(Physical Exam) report, using the MIAA form that is available at (MIAA
Medical Questionnaire)
Boys' Basketball – Report Monday, November
30 at 5:30 PM in the Gym Foyer.
Girls' Basketball – Report
Monday, November 30 at 4:00PM in the Gym Foyer.
Boys' Hockey – Report Monday, November
30 at 2:35 PM in the Weight Room.
First Skate: Monday, November 30 at 5:30 PM at the MassMutual
Center, Springfield.
Girls' Hockey – Report Tuesday,
December1 at 5:10 PM at Cyr Arena, Springfield
Boys' and Girls' Indoor Track – All candidates should report to the Gym on Monday,
November 30 at 2:35 PM.
Boys' and Girls' Swimming – All candidates should meet Coach Mazza in the
back parking lot on Monday, November 30 at 2:40
PM to arrange transportation.
Cheerleaders – Parent/Athlete Informational
Meeting October 27,2009 6:00PM
in the Cafeteria ** Mandatory for those who
wish to tryout for winter cheer**
Tryout
November 23 & 24 3:00 - 5:00 PM in the Gym
Wrestling – All candidates
should report to the Wrestling Room on Monday, November
30 at 2:35 PM.
Transfer students must contact the Athletic Director (Mr. Violette) at 413-782-5285 before the date of tryouts to secure any pertinent
information prior to participating in a sport at Cathedral High School.
Team Selection
The coach and coaching staff for each sport has the sole responsibility for:
- Selecting players
- Deciding the appropriate level of play for each athlete
- Determining the amount of playing time for each athlete
If an athlete has any questions about this process, he or she should ask the coach. If the matter is not resolved, parents may request a meeting with the coach. If the matter continues to be unresolved, parents may schedule a meeting with the Athletic Director.
Participation in Cathedral High School Athletics is a privilege. All athletes are expected to provide leadership for other members of the student body and to act in an exemplary manner that will do credit to the team, the school, and the community.
PANTHER BOOSTERS
MIAA Medical Questionnaire
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