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DO'S & DON'TS FOR ATHLETES/PLAYERS
DO
PRACTICE. PRACTICE. PRACTICE.
You've heard it many times before but it's true! As fall try-outs get closer,
nothing can take the place of practice. You should be out playing your sport
as often as you can between now and the fall season. If you are sick of
hearing the word practice, just think of it as play, play, play
not a bad way
to spend the summer.
The goal of playing so often is to get to "automatic". Do you know what that
is? Automatic is a term we use to describe athletes who are so comfortable
with their sport that when they play, they are on "cruise control", not having
to think about what they are doing at all. That's where lots of practice will
take you.
Practice smart.
That's right
more practice! As try-outs approach, find out what skills will be
tested during the try-out schedule. Find out how the try-outs will actually be
run, and be sure to spend some extra time on those skills that the coaches
will be looking for. Try-outs are usually made up of several stations or skill
tests, as well as an opportunity to play. If you're playing a lot this summer
(we hope so!), the other way to get ready is to practice smart
by focusing
on the skills that will be part of the try-out schedule.
Develop good habits now.
Get in shape, eat a well-rounded diet, and get plenty of sleep. Every great
athlete will tell you how incredibly important it is to develop good habits.
You have heard the expression, "we are creatures of habit", and it's true. It's
important to be in the habit of eating a good diet and getting plenty of sleep.
Many top athletes and coaches believe that these positive habits are the
most important thing they do to stay at the top of their game. So start
now
get in great shape, eat right, and get plenty of sleep.
Visit the facility where practices will be held.
If you haven't played at the facility where practices will be held, make sure
you find the time to go check it out. You will feel more comfortable on the
day of practice if you are not seeing the practice field for the first time. Even
better, if you can actually play and practice there as often as you can, it will
feel like your home field. The more often you go to the try-out facility the
more comfortable you'll feel.
During practices, be polite and energetic, and pay close attention to
the coaches.
Practices are a time when you want to make a good impression on the
coaches. All coaches respect players that are polite and say "thanks" and
are excited and full of energy. Go with a super positive attitude,
and be energetic the whole time. Also, it's very important to pay close
attention to the coaches and follow their instructions carefully. To most
coaches, showing effort and trying as hard as you can are more important
than anything else you do. Be polite; try your hardest, and pay attention.
DON'TS
Don't worry.
As long as you try your hardest there is nothing to worry about. Coaches
will see this and want you on the team.
Don't wait until the last minute to practice or develop good habits.
Start now
today and then you will be ready.
Don't whine, complain or criticize others.
Be positive and have fun!
Don't eat too heavy a meal on the day of practices or games.
Think light and nutritious.
Don't go to bed late the night before practices or games.
A good night's sleep is very important so you can be energetic and positive.
Remember -- develop these habits early!
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Pretend you are the coach or general manager of a team. You have to
select your team from a group of players trying out whom you have not seen
before. List all the characteristics you would look for when selecting your
team. Which three are the most important? Why? like yours.
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PARENT DO'S AND DON'TS
DO
Be positive...positive...positive.
Your children will pick up on your verbal and non-verbal messages. If you
are negative in any way about practices, your child will soon follow. It's very
important to realize that when an event like practices is approaching, your
child will pick up on every cue you send about your feelings. It's perfectly
natural to be anxious for your child, but it is important that you try to make
this a fun and stress-free experience.
Find out as much as possible about how the practices will be run.
The more you know, the more you can help your child prepare. Think of
trying out like giving a public presentation...the better the preparation, the
less nervousness. Call the Head Coach and ask how the practices will be run. Review this with your child so he/she will know what to expect when they arrive. Relay the details in a fun and positive manner, stressing how well prepared they'll be and how the system sounds fair and FUN.
Help your child feel as ready as possible without making the whole
try-out process seem like a big deal.
Once you know how things will be run, figure out which skills will be most
important during the process and give your child as many opportunities to
practice those skills as possible. There are three key ingredients to helping
your child feel confident and ready:
1. Opportunities to practice
2. Encouragement that they are doing well
3. Instruction if they need to improve.
Always remember these three key ingredients.
Help your child build and develop habits that are associated with
success in sports.
As with other areas of your child's development, building good habits is very
important. As Aristotle taught us many years ago, excellence is a habit, not
a single act. Start today making sure your child is eating a well balanced
diet, getting plenty of sleep and spending lots of time practicing and playing.
Get out to the park or in the yard and play...play...play with your
child. What a fantastic way to spend fun time together...practicing and playing. It's the BEST! You don't have to be an expert to help your child succeed. Follow
the simple three step formula and if you need help with how to provide
instruction, visit the eteamz site to find helpful tips and information.
Always try to break the sports skill down if your child is having
trouble.
It's important to build their confidence gradually and the best way to do that
is by ensuring success. If your child is having trouble with a particular skill,
break it down and simplify it any way you can until he/she can do it
successfully and build from there.
Make sure your child has safe and proper equipment for the season.
Don't compromise safety or your child's chance to succeed.
We can't emphasize enough how important the right equipment is for safety
and success. While buying used sports equipment is a good and smart way
to save money, please be very careful to be sure it is safe, up to regulations
and "fits" your child's size and needs. Your coach and or league can help
you decide what to get, and soon here at eteamz we'll begin to provide
helpful information so you can make the best equipment decisions.
DON'TS
Don't push your child to try-out if he/she is not ready.
The key to building confidence is success.
Don't interfere with the daily practice process.
Always remember you are a GUEST in your child's sports life. Be sure that
your anxiety doesn't cause you to criticize the league or a coach; say you
"wished there was more time before the try-outs"; describe how some new
kids are going to be trying out for the team who shouldn't be allowed to play
in the league. Avoid discussing or mentioning these types of concerns
around your child. Remember -- do stay POSITIVE!
Don't wait until the last minute...excellence is a habit.
Get going now to help your child eat right, sleep plenty and practice,
practice, practice.
Don't make too big a deal out of try-outs.
Keep it positive and fun above all else.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In order to get a sense of what it must be like to select a team, spend some
time imagining you are the league official/coach trying to select the team.
What characteristics would you look for in the players? How would you go
about assessing the players' skills? How would you make sure the process
was fair and positive? How would you keep track of who was who? How
would you handle a disruptive parent? ...and thanks!!
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Family Code of Conduct
This Code of Conduct is on our contracts and is signed by both the parents and participants.
We will faithfully keep and abide by the following rules, and carry them out to the best of our ability.
1. I will play any position assigned to me and will always do the very best for the team.
2. When my team is playing, I will stay off of the playing field and will not interfere with those playing.
3. We pledge not to damage or deface any property, building or equipment in any manner or use foul language.
4. We agree to abide by all decisions of game officials and will not create any unsportsmanlike gestures at any time.
5. I agree to be a gentleman or gentlewoman at all times.
6. I agree that I will remain a member of the team until released.
7. We agree to return upon request, the uniform and other equipment issued to us in as good a condition as it was received except for normal wear and tear.
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