Sports Program

SPORTS PROGRAM

Students at St. John Vianney are encouraged to participate in all sports available to them. No one is ever “cut” from a team; everyone who wishes to participate will be allowed to play. Athletes who attend practices regularly, are academically eligible, and follow school and sports rules will receive playing time in each game of the season.

Good sportsmanship, safety of athletes, and a positive experience for all athletes are stressed more than the “win-loss” record. Good sportsmanship is expected at all times from coaches, athletes, and spectators at all practices and athletic events.

Parents are expected to assist their athlete by providing transportation to games as well as practices. It is very important to work with the student to be sure they attend all practices and games and are picked up promptly.

The athletic director will assign coaches for each sport, divide teams as necessary, and generally oversee the athletic program. Any questions or concerns should be brought first to the coach, secondly to the athletic director, and then, if necessary, to the principal.

F.A.C.S.L. Sports Seasons

Football-- 7/8 Valley Youth Football League; practice may begin August 13. (vyfl.com)

7/8 football games begin approximately September 9

5/6 flag football will start after school begins.

Girls Basketball--Practice may begin a week before Labor Day.

Games begin third Wednesday after Labor Day

Games end by the first Saturday of November

Volleyball-- Practice may begin December 3

Games played through the month of January

Jr. High Boys Basketball-- Practice may begin the last week of January

Games begin the third week of February

Games end by mid-March

Elem. Boys Basketball-- Same as Jr. High Basketball

Spring Sports (Boys Baseball and Girls Softball)--

Practice begins three weeks before the1^st game

(Easter Break not included)

Games begin five weeks before Memorial Day

Games end by Memorial Day

Note: All of the above starting and ending times are approximate.

Elementary is 5^th and 6^th Grade. Jr. High is 7^th and 8^th Grade.

ELIGIBILITY

We highly recommend that all students participate in athletics at St. John Vianney. Being involved in sports is good for physical well-being and teamwork is a valuable learning experience. However, a student must do their best with the academic learning experience in correlation to being allowed to participate in SJV games. We ask that families support their student/athletes so they can be successful in all endeavors!

Student/Athlete Conduct Eligibility Guidelines

A student/athlete must maintain a “C” or better in these standards in all classes.

A. Shows respect to others and self; comes to class prepared; pays attention; turns in work on time; works to best of one’s ability; respects the rights of others to learn in classroom; positive attitude; organized with assignments; dependable; helpful

B. Shows respect to others and self; comes to class prepared; pays attention; turns in work on time; works to best of one’s ability; respects the rights of others to learn in classroom; positive attitude

C. Shows respect to others and self; usually comes to class prepared; usually pays attention; usually turns in work on time; usually works to best of one’s ability; respects the rights of others to learn in classroom

D. Does not come prepared for class on a regular basis; assignments turned in late; not working to best of one’s ability; a distraction to the learning environment in the classroom; does not respond appropriately to school staff or coaches; use of inappropriate language or gestures

E. Never prepared for class; does not complete assignments; disrupts the learning experience in the classroom; disrespectful to staff; students; coaches; frequent use of inappropriate language or gestures

· Not all criteria in each category may apply to a student.

· If the conduct level falls below a “C” in any class, the student will be placed on a two-week probation. If there is not significant improvement by the end of the two-week period, the student will be ruled ineligible to play in further games until improvement is made. The student must attend the practices and games during this time.

· A continuous or severe behavioral infraction may warrant immediate ineligibility.

· Student, parent, and coach will be informed of any probation or ineligibility.

· If a student is absent on game day, permission to play in a game must be granted by the principal.

· The principal will be the final authority concerning the students’ ineligibly.

· St. John Vianney will continue to offer support and assistance to all student/athletes.

SPORTS PHYSICALS

Every student who wishes to participate in a sport at St. John Vianney Catholic School must have a current physical on file prior to practicing for the sport. Sports physicals are good for one year. Sports physicals are often offered at St. John Vianney School in August.

St. John Vianney Athlete’s Code of Conduct

§ I will always do my very best in school.

§ I will not do anything that may harm the reputation of my school.

§ I will always show respect for my fellow students.

§ I will always treat my teachers with respect.

§ I will demonstrate good sportsmanship through my actions towards fellow players, coaches, officials and parents.

§ I will attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify my coach if I cannot.

§ I will listen and learn from my coaches.

§ I will not use foul language or talk badly about other players.

§ I will treat everyone with respect.

§ I will remember that it is only a game, and that winning is not everything.

§ I will remember that participation in sports is an opportunity to learn and have fun.

St. John Vianney Parent’s Code of Conduct

§ I will see that my child always does his/her best in school.

§ I will see that my child keeps up with his/her schoolwork.

§ I will demonstrate to my child that school comes before sports.

§ I will encourage good sportsmanship through my actions and words.

§ I will support the coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.

§ I will remember that the game is for the youth, not the adults.

§ I realize that it is my responsibility to have my child on time for all games and practices.

§ I realize that it is my responsibility to pick my child up on time.

§ I will only use encouraging words from the stands during games and practices.

§ I will not attempt to coach my child or any other player form the stands, as I realize that it is their coach’s responsibility.

§ I will remember that it is only a game and winning is not everything.

REGISTRATION AND FEES FOR ATHLETES

Prior to each season (fall, winter and spring), students are invited to sign up to participate on a team. Parents will be asked to confirm their child’s commitment to the team via a note. All students who plan to participate on a team are asked to pay a per sport fee of $15.00 to help defray the cost of uniforms, equipment, and stipends for coaches and officials. The $15.00 fee is due when the student signs up to participate on a team. The school will provide uniforms or athletic apparel for each sport. If a parent purchases any part of the apparel, they may keep it.

ATHLETIC TEAMS AND SCOUT APPAREL

Students who participate on a St. John Vianney team may wear their team jersey, over their dress code shirt, on the day of their game or on Friday if the game occurs on the weekend. Scouts may wear their uniforms on the day of their meetings or other special scout events. The jerseys and uniforms must be tucked in at the waist.