Northwood High School
2015
Track and Field Manual
Contents
Page
Welcome 3
Registration and Paperwork 3
Northwood Track and Field Objectives 5
Grading Policy 5
Donations and Fundraising 6
Coaching Staff and Contact s 7
2015 Calendar 8
Levels 9
Practice and Attendance 9
Meet Attendance 10
Dual Meets 11
Dual Meets Order of Events 12
Invitational Meets 13
Lettering Policy 13
Transportation 14
Uniforms 15
Shoes 15
Injuries 16
Discipline 17
Award Ceremony 19
Welcome
Welcome to the Northwood High School Track and Field program and congratulations on your decision to join the 2015 team. The entire coaching staff looks forward to working with you and helping you to develop your skills and abilities in this fantastic sport.
Track is an individual-based team sport that provides unique opportunities for athletes to develop on a pace appropriate to that individual's physical abilities, emotional maturity, and level of social development. Within our team, we have room and the coaching expertise to accommodate not only those athletes that want to become the elite performers in league, CIF, and State competitions; but also those that wish to experience high school sports, become physically fit, and learn the skills to become future elite track and field performers.
The athletes on our past squads have valued the fun, excitement, and lessons learned during their time in track and field. They have used the discipline and self-confidence gained in this sport to succeed in the other aspects of their lives.
For more information please visit the Northwood Track and Field web page at:
http://nhstrackandfield.org
Registration and Paperwork Check List
In order to be allowed to train or compete the student-athlete must complete all of the following requirements.
□ Enrollment
Each student-athlete must be enrolled in the class. If his/her name is not on the official school roster then her/she must speak with his/her councilor to make sure they are enrolled in the class
□ 2015 Track and Field Manual
Read and understand the 2015 Track and Field Manual (the “Manual”). By the Students participation in Track and Field the student and the parent agree to abide by the Manual.
□ Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE) and High School Athletic Consent Form
Step one:
Complete the High School Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE) and Athletic Consent Form. They are available from the coach and are also available at the Student Activity Center (“SAC”). More information on the PPE requirements can be found on the Northwood HS web page (http://www.northwoodhigh.org/), by selecting “Athletics” from the menu, then selecting “Athletic Documents”, and then selecting “PPE and Physicals Letter NHS”. If the student-athlete competed in a 2014/2015 fall or winter sport and has submitted these forms this academic year they need not submit them again.
Registration and Paperwork Check List (cont.)
Step two:
Return the completed Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE) form and the High School Athletic Consent Form for the student-athlete to the Athletic Office. Do not return forms to the coach.
□ Heads up Concussion in High School Sports (two steps)
Step one:
Each parent and student-athlete must read, understand, and agree with the Heads up Concussion in High School Sports. The document can be found on the Northwood HS web page by selecting “Athletics” from the menu, then selecting “Athletic Documents”, and then selecting “Heads up Concussion in High School Sports”.
Step two:
Parent and student each needs to sign the acknowledgement on page two and return a copy to their coach.
□ Online Registration (two steps)
Step one:
Online registration is required for each student-athlete. They may register by going on line to http://nhstrackandfield.org and click onto “Online Registration” on the left side of the home page.
Step two:
Once the online registration is compete the student-athlete must print the form, have it signed by a parent or guardian, and return it to their coach.
□ Athletic Code (two steps)
Step one:
Each student-athlete must read, understand, and agree to adhere to Northwood’s Athletic Code. The code can be found on the Northwood HS web page by selecting “Athletics” from the menu, and then selecting “Athletic Documents”, and then selecting “Athletic Code – Revised 8-30-2011”.
Step two:
The Athletic Code has a page that must be signed and returned once they are read, understood and agreed to.
□ Emergency Information Cards (two steps)
Step one:
Fill in the required information on two Emergency Information Cards. They are available from the coach and are also available at the Student Activity Center (“SAC”).
Step two:
Return the two completed Emergency Information Cards the coach.
Registration and Paperwork Check List (cont.)
□ Other
While the following documents must be read and understood there is no requirement to submit a signature. By participating in Track and field the student-athlete and parents agree to abide by these handbooks.
□ Athlete’s Handbook
Each parent and student-athlete must read, understand, and agree with the High School Interscholastic Athletic Program Athlete’s Handbook. The document can be found on the Northwood HS web page by selecting “Athletics” from the menu, then selecting “Athletic Documents”, and then selecting “athhand/pdf”.
□ Parents’ Handbook
Each parent and student-athlete must read, understand, and agree with the High School Interscholastic Athletic Program Parent’s Handbook. The document can be found on the Northwood HS web page by selecting “Athletics” from the menu, then selecting “Athletic Documents”, and then selecting “parhand.pdf”.
Northwood Track and Field Objectives
The immediate and long-range objectives of the Northwood Track and Field program are:
1. To provide an enjoyable and fun experience for the student-athletes participating in the sport, while physically strengthening their bodies.
2. To provide the type of training that will enable each student-athlete to realize his/her maximum potential.
3. To provide the type of training and motivation that would produce league team championships, as well as individual league, CIF and State Champions.
As a member of the team the student-athlete should set their personal goals high and shoot for the top. They should depend on their achievements to pull the team through. They should expect to work hard if they want to perform well and do their best. Remember, there is no easy way. Their goals are the motivating forces that push them to their personal records and championship performances. If they are going to reach the championship level they will have to set both their goals and elevate their efforts to the championship level.
Our ultimate goal is to develop mature young adults while developing winners in the sport of track and field.
Grading Policy
It is assumed that all student-athletes are going to be fully compliant with all the team rules and will fully participate in all practices, dual meets, and invitationals; therefore, all student-athletes start the season with a letter grade of “A”. However, in those cases where they fail to act in accordance with the rules – in addition to being subject to other disciplinary actions – they will receive a lesser grade.
Donations and Fundraiser
Donations
There are no required participation fees for involvement in any sports the Irvine Unified School District; however, in these difficult budgetary times the district’s ability to fund the program beyond the most basic cost is very limited. Therefore, in order to make available to our student-athletes the best training equipment, meet environment, and invitational participation we are requesting that each family consider making the following donations:
Athletic participation donation: $150.00
Fundraiser – The Timberwolf 5k Run/walk:
It takes lots of money to run our track program. Therefore, we are requiring that all athletes participate in the Timberwolf 5K Run/walk on Saturday, February 14, 2015.
This great event not only benefits Northwood’s athletic programs, but also provides over $7,000 each year in donations to Families Forward, a community-based nonprofit agency that provides housing, counseling, food, referrals, school supplies, career coaching, and other services to families in need.
The Timberwolf 5K Run/walk is a top-shelf event featuring:
• USATF-Certified Course
• Micro-chip timing
• Awards by category and age
• Great prizes and food from our generous sponsors
• A commemorative event t-shirt for all registered participants.
All the details and registration information needed for this event can be found at: www.Timberwolf5k.com
Coaching Staff and Contacts
The Northwood Track and Field coaching staff for 2015
Coach Position Email
Louis Muniz Head Coach Coach.L.Muniz@NHSTrackand Field.org
Dorian Johnson Sprints/Hurdles
Dean Toohey Throws Coach
Herb Stockman High Jump
George Varvas Distance
Michael Stewart Sprints/Hurdles
Tony Muniz Jumps
Scott Muniz Jumps
Sal Alvarez Throws
Araceli Barrera Distance
Administrative and Volunteers:
Brad Stone NHS Athletic Booster Rep
Don Terres NHS Athletic Booster Rep
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2015 CALENDAR
Tuesday / 2/4 / First Practice / Northwood / 2:15 PMSaturday / 2/14 / Timberwolf 5K / Northwood / 8:00 AM
Friday / 2/27 / Time trials / Northwood / 3:00 PM
Wednesday / 3/4 / Yorba Linda HS (Dual Meet) / Yorba Linda HS / 5:00 PM
Saturday / 3/7 / Earl Engman Relays (Invitational) / El Modena HS / 9:00 AM
Wednesday / 3/11 / Crean &Westminster HS (Dual Meet) / Westminster HS / 2:45 PM
Friday / 3/13 / Irvine Invitational / Irvine HS / TBD
Saturday / 3/14 / Irvine Invitational / Irvine HS / 8:00 AM
Saturday / 3/21 / San Clemente Invitational / San Clemente HS / 8:00 AM
Thursday / 3/26 / Beckman HS (Dual Meet) / Beckman / 3:00 PM
Saturday / 3/28 / Mt Carmel Invitational / San Diego / 8:00 AM
Thursday / 4/2 / Irvine High School (Dual Meet) / Irvine / 3:00 PM
Friday / 4/3 / Trabuco Hill Invitational / Trabuco Hills HS / 5:00 PM
Saturday / 4/4 / Trabuco Hill Invitational / Trabuco Hills HS / 8:00 AM
Thursday / 4/16 / Woodbridge HS (Dual Meet) / Northwood / 3:00 PM
Saturday / 4/11 / Arcadia Invitational / Arcadia HS / 8:00 AM
Saturday / 4/11 / Irvine Distance Carnival (Invitational) / Irvine HS / 8:00 AM
Thursday / 4/23 / University HS (Dual Meet) / University HS / 4:00 PM
Saturday / 4/25 / OC Championships (Invitational) / Mission Viejo HS / 8:30 AM
Wednesday / 5/29 / Corona Del Mar (Dual Meet) / CDM HS / 3:00 PM
Tuesday / 5/5 / Pacific Coast League Prelims / University HS / TBD
Friday / 5/8 / Pacific Coast League Finals / University HS / TBD
Saturday / 5/16 / CIF Prelims / Estancia HS / TBD
Saturday / 5/23 / CIF Finals / Cerritos CC / TBD
Friday / 5/29 / CIF Masters / Cerritos CC / TBD
Friday / 6/5 / State Qualifying / Clovis CA / TBD
Saturday / 6/6 / State Finals / Clovis CA / TBD
TBD / TBD / Awards Ceremony / TBD / TBD
Levels
Northwood will field the following team levels:
Boys’ Varsity,
Girls’ Varsity,
Boys’ Junior Varsity,
Girls’ Junior Varsity,
Boys’ Frosh/Soph, and
Girls’ Frosh/Soph.
The level in which a boy or girl competes is based on an athlete's performance and the needs of the team. Prior to each meet the coaching staff will assign each athlete to a level and event(s) for the upcoming meet. The top 3 performers in any event may (but not always) compete in the varsity level and the rest in the lower levels. It is the goal that each athlete will be placed in a position to succeed and enjoy their participation in our sport while at the same time have the team complete successfully at a team level.
Practice and Attendance
Team practices are a very important part of our program. We do not give the athlete the option of coming to practice only when it is convenient or staying only as long as they wish. One of the lessons of life is that sacrifices must be made for the things that we make commitments to. Therefore, full participation in all practice is mandatory. Practices will begin at 2:15 PM ach day and will finish between 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM. ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES ARE REQUIRED TO BE AT ALL PRACTICES AT ALL TIMES. Just as a student must attend the entirety of every class, so the athlete must attend the entirety of every practice.
For dental, medical, or other appointments, keep the above times in mind and do not schedule appointments during practice times. The day prior to competition, our practices will be ending between 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM. After practice on these days is a good time to have dental, medical, or other appointments.
If a truly rare emergency arises that will cause the athlete to miss practice then the athlete needs to communicate with the coach as soon as possible.
If a student-athlete misses more than one practice in a week for any reason other than illness that required absence from school they will not be allowed to compete in the next meet. If a student-athlete misses several practices over the season additional disciplinary action may be taken, including but not limited to suspension, reduction in the student-athlete’s grade, and/or dismissal from the team.
Meet Attendance
We require that every athlete participate in every invitational meet (when selected) and in every dual meet. The student-athlete’s teammates rely on the student-athlete’s participation in races, contributing team points, and as members of relay teams. It is hard for a coach to explain and justify why one teammate has not shown up to participate in meets to the other teammates who are depending on his/her participation. Just as a student cannot miss a class test without it impacting their grade in the class, an athlete cannot miss a competition without it impacting their grade in this class. And just as Northwood football players, soccer players, baseball players, and basketball players are expected to be available to participate in every game; track too requires all of our athletes to be available to compete in all meets.