philosophy

While participating in sports, it is my intent that the athletes will develop physically, emotionally, and socially. The athletes will develop to the best of their ability the physical and conditioning skills needed in volleyball. Emotionally the athletes will deal with success and failure which are life long experiences. We will work to deal with these emotions in a positive manner. Socially we will learn to cooperate with others and use teamwork as each athlete has a role on a team. We must respect each individual's role from coach, parent, athlete, officials, and others involved. How we deal with each situation will help us grow as individuals.

I do wish to make it clear that this is a competitive sport. The junior high volleyball team is a feeder program. Our goal is to develop these skills at an early age which will benefit our program. We will give the girls as much experience as possible. However, the athletes who earn the positions will get more playing time and others may not get in all games. I do understand that athletes mature at different levels. The students will get much experience during practice where repetition will be high. This is not a "win at all cost" philosophy. I feel the life skills we learn through success and failure is a valuable lesson. Failure and success do not change a person, but how you deal with it shows a true winner. We will all grow as individuals and as a team if we accept each persons qualities.

If you feel a competitive program is not in the best interest of your child, many local community centers offer recreational and instructional programs.

I look forward to working with your child as a teacher and coach. Most importantly I hope I can help your child grow physically, emotionally, and socially. If you have any questions please call 796-1551 and I will be happy to meet with you.

Sincerely,

Paul J. Spinden III
Volleyball Coach

TEAM RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. Practice is a must! If you are not going to be at practice you must talk to a coach, not a message from a friend.

2. If you are not at practice the day before a game you will not start.

3. You must be in four periods to practice and play in a game.

4. All students will ride the bus to away games.

5. You will ride the bus home unless prior approval is granted.

6. Maintain your grades, you�re a student first. You must be eligible.

7. Demonstrate proper sportsmanship.

8. Be on time for practice and games. The bus leaves promptly.

9. The net must be set up for practice and taken down before anyone leaves.

10. During games JV sets it up and varsity takes it down.

OUT COMES

1. Warning- The coach will talk to the student/ athlete.

2. One game suspension will result.

3. One week suspension will follow.

4. You will be dismissed from the team.