Dear Players and Parents,
We want to take this opportunity to welcome each player and parent to the team, and go over the general team guidelines for the HLC girl’s 2017-18 season. It is exciting to have such a great group of players and coaches, and we are looking forward to a fun season with a lot of lax learning ahead.
Attendance:
Ø We expect players to attend practices and games. We do recognize that they play other sports in the fall and winter and have school commitments. Therefore, if they cannot make a team event, please let us know at your earliest opportunity. Acceptable excused absences would include, school event, in season sport event, family event or medical appt.
Ø Players are expected to arrive 15 minutes early for practice and 45 minutes early for games.
Ø No cell phones during practices.
Playing Time:
Ø Playing time is not guaranteed at the middle school level. It is our hope and intent to get all of our players’ comparable playing time; this may occur over a period of two games or a tournament weekend not necessarily within one game.
Ø If your CHILD has concerns over her playing time, have them talk with her coach first. Note that attendance and attitude may impact playing time.
Communication:
Ø We have a 24 hour rule…if you feel you want to talk about an issue (not related to the above) please wait 24 hours after a game or practice to contact the coach.
Ø Our coaches do not discuss playing time, other players on the team, or anything related to how the team is coached.
Ø Your daughter is expected to be the main point of contact for the coaches, please encourage them to speak up first before you intervene.
Respect:
Ø We expect full attention and effort at every practice and game.
Ø A positive attitude toward coaches, teammates, opponents and officials is required at all times.