2017-18 Athletic Guide

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ATHLETIC 2017-18

GUIDE

Our Mission Justin-Siena is a Catholic high school in the Lasallian tradition called to provide educational excellence in a loving, Christ-centered community that prepares students to serve and to lead in an ever-changing world.

Braves Athletics More than 80% of Justin-Siena students participate in our Athletic Program. Student-athletes compete in the Marin County Athletic League (MCAL). All athletic teams are supported by our Athletic Trainer, helping to ensure the health and safety of our student athletes.

Athletics are seen as an extension of the classroom and teach about character and commitment as well as successful competition.

George Nessman Athletic Director gnessman@justin-siena.org 707.255.0950 ext. 655 Follow on Twitter: @JSBraves

WELCOME In every endeavor, we aim to cultivate growth of the mind, body, and spirit. Like our Founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle, we guide our students to become all God made them to be, and a strong partnership with parents is essential in achieving this goal.

Parent Program

2017-18

Tuesday, August 22, 2017 | Dining Hall Opening Remarks Robert Jordan, President and CEO John Bordelon, Principal On Being a Coach at Justin-Siena Brandon LaRocco ’98, Head Football Coach, Faculty Athletic Training Sarah (Merkel) Goble, Head Athletic Trainer Transportation Tim Garcia, Director of Transportation Braves Alliance Paula Vlaming, Director of Advancement Five Core Principles for Athletics George Nessman, Athletic Director Frequently Asked Questions George Nessman, Athletic Director

A Sport for Every Season The athletic program at Justin-Siena offers students the opportunity to compete in a wide variety of competitive interscholastic sports. Currently, the school offers 26 Varsity sports and more than 40 teams. Each team is coached by qualified and knowledgeable individuals committed to providing outstanding programs and opportunities for Justin-Siena student athletes.

FALL

WINTER

SPRING

Cross Country

Boys JV Basketball

JV Baseball

Frosh-Soph Football

Girls JV Basketball

Boys JV Golf

JV Cheer

Boys JV Soccer

Boys JV Lacrosse

JV Volleyball

Boys Varsity Basketball

Girls JV Lacrosse

Boys JV Water Polo

Girls Varisty Basketball

Boys Varsity Tennis

Boys Varsity Water Polo

Boys Varsity Soccer

Boys Varisty Golf

Girls Varsity Water Polo

Girls Varsity Soccer

Boys Varisty Lacrosse

Varsity Cheer

Varsity Wrestling

Girls Varsity Lacrosse

Varsity Football

Swimming and Diving

Varsity Volleyball

Track and Field

Girls Varsity Golf

Varsity Baseball

Girls Varsity Tennis

Varsity Softball

Five Core Principles for Athletics 1. The success of the team and the quality of the student experience will be our highest priorities.

2. Sports are demanding. A Braves student-athlete will be expected to give their best effort on behalf of the team in the pursuit of excellence. This includes prioritized and enthusiastic attendance at training, team meetings, practice, and competitions.

3. We will have honest and clear communication with the studentathletes as we support and fully expect their best effort in the context of the success of the team.

4. We commit to creating team environments that foster learning, personal growth, the positive spirit of competition and the value of the group.

5. Each team will communicate on a regular basis with parents as to team functions such as practice and game schedules, travel and departure times. In the spirit of partnership and the well-being of each student-athlete if there is a parental concern please communicate directly with the head coach as a first step. As needed the athletic director is also always available for parental concerns.

Student Athlete Health & Safety Justin-Siena’s Athletic Trainer is a qualified allied health care professional educated and experienced in the management of health care issues associated with sports participation. The Athletic Trainer functions in cooperation with medical personnel, athletic administrators, coaches, and parents in the development and coordination of efficient and responsive athletic health care delivery systems.

“What do I love most about working at Justin-Siena? I love getting to work with the student-athletes on and off the field. Helping those that are injured return to their sport and teaching students the ins and outs of sports medicine and athletic training.”

Sarah Goble, MA, ATC Athletic Trainer

Sarah Goble, MA, ATC Athletic Trainer; Instructor of Sports Medicine sgoble@justin-siena.org 707.255.0950 ext. 624 Follow on Twitter: @JSSportsMed

In cooperation with physicians and other allied health care personnel, the Athletic Trainer functions as an integral member of the athletic health care team in secondary schools, colleges and universities, professional sports programs, sports medicine clinics, and other athletic health care settings.

INJURY ASSESSMENT All athletic related injuries should be assessed initially by the school Athletic Trainer to determine the best course of action to manage the injury.

REHABILITATION Some injuries can be rehabilitated with the Athletic Trainer during after school hours in the Athletic Training Room. All rehabilitation times are coordinated with the student-athlete and the Athletic Trainer.

PHYSICALS All student-athletes need to have a valid physical. Physicals are valid for one (1) year. All medical paperwork is reviewed by the Athletic Trainer. No student is allowed to try out or participate in any sport without a valid physical. All physicals for all student-athletes are stored on SportsWare. This is an online resource to manage, and store students’ physicals. It is 100% HIPAA compliant.

SPORTSWARE SportsWare is an online resource to manage, and store studentathlete’s physicals, medical history, and emergency information. Each studentathlete is required to have a completed SportsWare account. To access your SportsWare account, students login with their school email.

IMPACT TESTING The ImPACT test is a baseline concussion assessment that is required every two (2) years for every student-athlete. Please check with the Athletic Trainer if you are unsure of when your last ImPACT baseline test was taken.

All ImPACT assessments are reviewed by neuropsychologist consultant Dr. Eric Freitag.

Join Us! Braves Mixer Kicking off on August 25, from 5:30-6:30 pm as the first home football and volleyball games get underway, Braves Mixers will be held periodically throughout the year and are a great way to mix with other parents and fans! Watch the Braves Weekly and/or check the calendar for future dates.

Safeway Open We are now seeking volunteers for October 3-8, as Justin-Siena hosts a tent near the 18th green of the Safeway Open, serving food and beverages provided by Silverado Resort. Volunteers have access to the worldclass tournament and help earn funds for the Braves Alliance (see back cover).

More Than a Court: The Clark Gym Step Up and help us reach our goal!

Our newly renovated gym is nearly ready for the first home volleyball game, and we are thrilled! Although as with any project, the punch list continues. We are thankful for all donors who are helping make this project possible and look forward to reaching the $250,000 fundraising goal. Contact Paula Vlaming, Director of Advancement, 707.255.0950 ext. 628, pvlaming@ justin-siena.org for information regarding naming opportunities and donor wall recognition. Inquire about new advertising opportunities on the scoreboards which are offered through our Braves Alliance program and spread the word if a business you know may be interested in this prime real estate. Space is limited!

Contact: Andrew Bettencourt ’02, Advancement Associate; Head Girls Basketball Coach 707.255.0950 ext. 645 abettencourt@justin-siena.org

CLARK GYM RENOVATION: Donors are invited to join us on Aug. 28 at 5:30 pm for a special Thank You Reception before Back-to-School Night.

Crab Fest: Save the date for the biggest event of the year on Saturday, January 27, 2018!

Sign-up to volunteer on the school website and look for ticket sales later this fall.

Transportation Justin-Siena serves students from three counties and has a fleet of eight busses to facilitate student transportation. In addition to daily routes, an Activity Bus is available at a later time to accomodate students participating in after-school activities such as athletic practices, performing arts, etc.

• When the school provides bus transportation to and from a school-sponsored activity, students are required to travel to and from the activity on the school-provided bus unless otherwise stated.

• Students may not travel to and from out-of-town activities with other student drivers.

• Under special circumstances, parent drivers, who have completed the Parent Driver Form and meet qualifications for private vehicles may transport students who are not their children from a school activity if the coach and Director of Transportation have written/electronic permission from the student’s parents on the day of travel. The school must also have on file information verifying insurance coverage and driver’s license. The full Transportation Safety Plan may be found on the school website (under Student Life > Transportation) at www.justin-siena.org.

Tim Garcia Director of Transportation Head Softball Coach tgarcia@justin-siena.org 707.255.0950 ext. 629

Key Dates for Athletics Fall Athletics Season Begins Monday, August 7, 2017

Fall Awards Gathering Sunday, November 19, 2017

Homecoming Rally & Bonfire Thursday, October 26, 2017

33rd Annual Crab Fest Saturday, January 27, 2018

Homecoming Game Braves vs. Drake Pirates Friday, October 27, 2017

Spring Athletics Season Begins Monday, February 5, 2018

Winter Athletics Season Begins* Monday, November 6, 2017

Winter Awards Gathering Sunday, March 11, 2018

Sports Physical Day TBA Spring 2018 Spring Awards Gathering TBA Spring 2018

* Tryouts are always the first three days of practice for those sports that conduct tryouts.

BRAVES Alliance

Everyone wins when you join the

Supporting Justin-Siena students participating in Athletics, Arts, Robotics, & Mock Trial

Alliance!

The Braves Alliance is a unique opportunity for our athletic fans and patrons of the arts to support our student programs with various benefits for the sponsor. Join the Braves Alliance to help ensure these successful programs, which enrich the Justin-Siena experience for our students, continue to thrive.

HIGH VISIBILITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS NAME! Banners are viewed by parents and fans of all community and professional athletic teams who use Justin-Siena’s facilities: The Golden State Warriors Youth Basketball Camp, the San Francisco Giants Youth Baseball Camps, Napa Saints, Napa Force Lacrosse, and Cycle for Sight.

Contact: Andrew Bettencourt ’02, Advancement Associate; Head Girls Basketball Coach 707.255.0950 ext. 645 | abettencourt@justin-siena.org

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