2022/23 Student-Athlete Handbook

The Lakehead University Orillia Campus is located on the traditional land of the Anishinaabeg of the Chippewa Tri-Council which includes Rama First Nation, Beausoleil First Nation, and Georgina Island First Nation. The Anishinaabeg include the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi nations, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy.

The Lakehead University Orillia Campus is located on Treaty 16 also known as the Lake Simcoe Purchase of 1815, and very close to the Williams Treaties of 1923, and John Collins Purchase of 1785. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses, and is committed to a relationship with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples based on the principles of mutual trust, respect, and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation.

The lands that Lakehead Orillia students, staff, and faculty have the opportunity to enjoy for the purpose of athletics and recreation reside on vast, open areas, covered in stunning natural growth, fresh lakes with windswept pines and lush maples. We are so fortunate to use these lands for learning, connection, and building community. We sincerely value and respect the opportunity these lands provide for us and will continue to work on pathways and relationships with our local communities and supporting future and current Indigenous athletes.

LAKEHEAD ORILLIA ATHLETICS

At the Lakehead University Orillia campus, there are 3 different levels of Athletics and Recreation sports offered to our student body. Each level receives different levels of funding and support and in turn the university has different expectations of students involved at each level.

Varsity/Individual Sports

Approved Varsity teams are partly funded by Athletics and will compete for Lakehead University Orillia at interuniversity events. Varsity teams will have coaches supplied by the University and will participate under the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) and Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) rules and regulations. Please refer to the OCAA Operation Manual for sport specific rules.

Students wishing to compete in individual sports may also train in Orillia and compete for Lakehead University Orillia; these students would fall under the OCAA/CCAA rules and regulations. Funding requests for these cases will be considered on an individual basis, and the athlete would be required to participate in coordinating the logistics associated with travel, event registration, etc. for involvement in tournaments, competitions, races, etc.

All Varsity athletes are required to sign all documents related to the Student Athlete Manual before participating in any athletic competitions. Varsity athletes will also be required to abide by the TrueSport principles for sport.

Extramural Sports

Extramural athletics teams are partly funded by the Athletics department to represent Lakehead University Orillia in sports which either do not yet have varsity status or sports where Lakehead is not yet at the varsity level. These teams can compete in local competitive leagues and tournaments, and under the Ontario Colleges Committee on Campus Recreation (OCR, via the OCAA). Extramural teams may or may not have a coach but will hold regular practices.

Extramural athletes will be required to read, understand and sign the Student Code of Conduct and Athlete Contract before taking part in any practice, scrimmage, tournament, or league game. Extramural athletes will also be required to abide by the TrueSport principles for sport.

Intramural Sports

Intramural sports are leagues run by Athletics at Lakehead University Orillia. These leagues are open to all students and will run in the Fall and Winter semesters each year. Leagues will run for eight weeks including playoffs. Students are welcome to sign up as a team or an individual. The fee to participate will vary depending on the sport and associated costs. By signing up for the league, students are making a commitment to their team to be at all eight games. Intramural athletes are required to fill out a waiver form for each league they participate in.

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ELIGIBILITY

A C A D E M I C R E Q U I R E M E N T S

Varsity Student-Athletes

As per the OCAA/CCAA rules: In order to participate in any game involving OCAA or CCAA schools in full season sports, all players must be a full-time student and meet OCAA eligibility requirements.

One semester participation sports: Golf

A student-athlete who begins play for an OCAA/CCAA team in September (and only participates for one semester), must pass a minimum of either: a) nine (9) credits in the semester of participation; or b) 18 credits over the full academic year in order to be eligible for participation in the subsequent academic year

Soccer

A student athlete, who starts participating for the first time in an academic year in January, must pass nine (9) credits in that semester of participation or 18 credits before the start of the next academic year.

Academic eligibility for a one semester participant, is assessed at the conclusion of the academic year August 31st. If the student-athlete fails to earn the 18 credits over the academic year or nine (9) credits in the semester of participation, the Reinstatement Rule is applied on August 31st and participation in the subsequent fall semester is denied.

As per Lakehead University Orillia, all students must:

Be registered as a Full Time student (minimum 70% course load or registered in more than three and one-half full course equivalents), Maintain an average to meet program requirements for the program in which you’re enrolled.

Maximum Years:

An athlete shall be allowed to participate in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association for five (5) years in all sports that lead to National Championship. Unlimited eligibility in OCAA sports that do not lead to a National Championship.

Extramural Student-Athletes

As per the OCAA/CCAA rules, all students must:

Be registered as a student (minimum 60% course load), Maintain an average of 60% or higher.

As per Lakehead University Orillia, all students must:

Be registered as a Full Time student (minimum 70% course load it registered in more than three and one-half full course equivalents), Maintain an average to meet program requirements for the program in which you're enrolled.

Intramural Student-Athletes

As per Lakehead University Orillia, all students must:

Be registered as a student in at least 20% course load (min. 1 course for the term in which they are participating).

FAIR PLAY GUIDELINES

Fair Play Philosophy

Fair Play is an attitude, a way of thinking. It can be taught and it can be learned. Once it is learned, it can be applied to every aspect of life. Through involvement in sport, athletes learn about setting goals, making commitments, working hard and enjoying the challenge. Athletes must learn to respect their own abilities and those of their opponents. As administrators and coaches, we must attempt to have athletes realize that the joy of sport is as much in the total effort as in the final score. We as educators, administrators, coaches, athletes and fans must work together to create an atmosphere consisting of fairness, integrity and respect.

Fair Play Issues

To ensure there is a fair playing field everyone involved in sport must support the principles of fair play –fairness, integrity and respect.

When applied they not only provide a clear ethical framework for competition, but greater opportunities for getting the most out of the game. That is because they help participants focus on achievement rather than the desire to conquer an opponent.

Principles of Fair Play

The three most important words in any Fair Play Policy should be Fairness, Integrity and Respect and should be the principles of fair play at all times.

Respect the rules

Respect the officials and their decisions

Respect your opponents

Respect your teammates and coaches

Maintain your self-control at all times

Fair Play Guidelines

Athletes:

Play by the rules, and in the spirit of the game

Respect my opponents

Do my best to be a true team player

Remember that winning isn’t everything – that having fun, improving skills, making friends and doing my best are very important

Remember that administrators, coaches and officials are there to help me I will accept their decisions and show them respect

Never take performance enhancing drugs or other banned substances

CODE OF CONDUCT

F O R S T U D E N T - A T H L E T E S

Like all other students of Lakehead University, all Student‐Athletes will abide by the Lakehead University Code of Student Behaviour and Disciplinary Procedures Any violation of the Code of Student Behaviour and Disciplinary Procedures may result in consequences that affect the Student-Athlete’s academic and athletic standing at Lakehead University

The Lakehead University Department of Athletics (hereinafter the “LU Department of Athletics”) maintains its own standards of conduct and behaviour for its Student-Athletes in the LU Department of Athletics as set out in this Student-Athlete Handbook.

The provisions of the Student-Athlete Handbook are in addition to those found in the Lakehead University Code of Conduct are in addition to those found in the Lakehead University Code of Student Behaviour and Disciplinary Procedures above Each Student-Athlete will be required to confirm that he or she has received a copy of the Student-Athlete Handbook, has read and agrees to abide by all of the conditions, expectations and requirements set out therein

General

The personal conduct of the Student-Athlete reflects upon the sport, their teammates, opponents, coaches, other persons affiliated with the LU Department of Athletics (such as trainers, medical personnel, etc ), Lakehead University, LU Department of Athletics, Lakehead University supporters, alumni, the OCAA, the OCR and the individual Student-Athlete

To be a Student-Athlete at Lakehead University is a privilege; it requires each and every Student‐Athlete to accept and adopt the concepts of fair play, respect, dignity and honour in all aspects of the Student-Athlete's academic and athletic participation

The importance that Lakehead University and the LU Department of Athletics place on appropriate behaviour of Student‐Athletes cannot be overstated.

Without limiting the generality of any other provision herein, the LU Department of Athletics notes that all participants in events sponsored by the LU Department of Athletics and/or while participating in any athletic competition are expected to act within the law, act responsibly, and act in a manner that helps to foster a positive image of Lakehead University, the LU Department of Athletics and the athletic programs offered.

This Student-Athlete Handbook applies to all student-athletes, while involved in any aspect of a LU Department of Athletics event, whether on-campus or off‐campus, official or unofficial, sanctioned or unsanctioned

The LU Department of Athletics expressly reserves the right to add to, delete from, modify, alter, revise or otherwise amend this Student-Athlete Handbook its sole and absolute discretion at any time Student‐Athletes will be notified of any such changes and advised of their obligations in this respect

Behaviour Towards Officials

OCAA members are expected to share, with game officials, the orderly conduct of any athletic event by acknowledging the authority of officials in a contest and by relating to them in a positive and respectful manner

The Lakehead University Department of Athletics, has a zero tolerance policy regarding the abuse of officials It is the responsibility of the Student‐Athlete, coaches, and administrators to respect the officials Coaches are responsible to ensure that their players and staff display the appropriate behavior to all officials. It is unacceptable for Lakehead University Orillia Coaches and Student‐Athletes to:

Use abusive or foul language toward an official.

Continue to argue a "call" or argue with an official that they "failed to make a call".

Invade an official's personal space.

Physically or verbally abuse an official

Attempt to intimidate or manipulate officials

Leave the bench during an altercation

Hazing, Initiation and Rookie Parties

Student‐Athletes are reminded of their obligations on hazing found in Article I ii i under the Lakehead University Code of Student Behaviour and Disciplinary Procedures There will be a “ZERO TOLERANCE” approach to any proven hazing, initiation or rookie party occurrences

https://www lakeheadu ca/faculty-and-staff/policies/student-related/code-of-student-behaviour-and-disciplinaryprocedures

Alcohol

Like all students, student‐athletes are obligated to comply with the Lakehead University Alcohol Policy as found at: https://www lakeheadu ca/faculty-and-staff/policies/general/alcohol-policy

Consumption of alcohol is illegal by anyone in Ontario under the age of 19 Good judgment must be exercised in the use of alcohol, keeping in mind at all times their obligations to promote and protect the reputations and brands of Lakehead University

Alcohol may not be consumed by student-athletes or coaching staff for the duration of travel including all motorized vehicles, buses and airports or at the site of athletic events/contests, hotels, competitions or practices. (from the time of departure until the time of arrival back in Orillia).

When attending Lakehead University Orillia Department of Athletics sanctioned events, or those events sanctioned by other OCAA/OCR member institutions or the OCAA/OCR where alcohol may be available, Student‐Athletes are required to adhere to all provincial and/or federal laws Student‐Athletes should be aware that they are responsible for their choices in respect of possession or consumption of alcohol at all times If a student’s involvement with alcohol is deemed to be threatening to the health, safety or success of his or her teammates, coaches or University, Lakehead Athletics will take suitable action to solve the problem

2022-2023 STUDENT ATHLETE

The LU Department of Athletics notes that Coaches and/or Coaching Staffs may have additional rules in respect of the possession or consumption of alcohol by Student‐Athletes The Lakehead University Orillia Department of Athletics respects and supports the existence and enforcement of any such additional rules Student-Athletes are therefore directed to obey all rules put in place by their respective Coaches and/or Coaching Staffs at all times

Illegal Drugs

The Lakehead University Orillia Department of Athletics maintains an absolute zero‐tolerance policy with respect to Student-Athletes being in possession of, consuming, using or otherwise being involved in any way with illegal drugs

Social Media

The Lakehead University Orillia Department of Athletics suggests that you be conscious of the content you may post on these sites and keep it appropriate as you are an ambassador of Lakehead University Orillia. Understand that you, the student-athlete, are responsible for the content that is posted on your pages, including original content and friend’s comments, and we ask that you exercise common sense when deciding to post information and pictures on these sites.

Sexual & Gender Based Violence

Like all students at Lakehead University Orillia, student-athletes are obligated to comply with the Lakehead University Sexual and Gender Based Violence Response Policy found at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/106/policies/Sexual%20and%20Gender%20Based%20Viole nce%20Response%20Policy pdf

Campus Security Services: Security (Non-Emergency) 705-330-4010 ext 2009 Security (Emergency) 705-330-4028

If you have been subjected to sexual violence you are not alone; you are a survivor

An individual who experiences sexual and gender based violence may choose to report sexual and gender based violence to the Office of Human Rights and Equity, regardless of whether they choose to file a Complaint.

The Office of Human Rights and Equity provides information, consultation, accomodations, complaint investigation and resolution and education and training.

Contact: Office of Human Rights and Equity, Lakehead University Email: humanrights@lakeheadu.ca Phone: 807-346-7763

ACADEMICS & ATHLETICS

Lakehead University Orillia Athletics is committed to the concept of the student-athlete Student-athletes must fulfill the normal requirements of their academic program as well as by the regulations of the CCAA, OCAA and OCR. It is acknowledged that athletes must devote a great deal of time to their sport in order to excel; however, you as a student-athlete must recognize that your first priority is your academic program.

In the event that you will be away from class due to a scheduled athletic event be sure to:

Personally communicate to your professor well in advance regarding the time and day that there is a conflict. Respectfully approach professors if there are any conflicts with academic classes and athletic events It is your responsibility to clearly communicate in advance You will provide each of your faculty advisors with a letter that includes details on the days you may be absent from class due to an athletic event

If practice conflicts with class:

Inevitably, with the number of students and courses on the campus, there are bound to be some conflicts with athletic practices You are expected to honour your academic commitment and attend class This may result in your late arrival or your early departure at practice

If practice time/scheduled interuniversity competition conflicts with a test or mid-term:

Tests or mid-terms are sometimes scheduled outside of regular class meeting times. Once again, the academic commitment has priority. However, it will be left to the discretion of your professor whether alternate arrangements can be made to write the test or mid-term. It is your responsibility to inform your professor well in advance and to resolve the conflict in a cooperative manner.

Student Success Centre

The Student Success Centre has many programs and support services in place to help you achieve your academic and personal goals while studying at Lakehead University Orillia. Examples of these services include: tutoring services, leadership development and time management programs. You can book an appointment with a Student Success Advisor by logging into your mySuccess portal.

DRUGEDUCATION

CCAA,incooperationwiththeCanadianCentreforEthicsinSport(CCES),coordinatesadopingcontrol programthatincorporatesboth“in-competition”and“out-of-competition”testing,aswellas“event”testinginall sports.Student-athletesmustbeverydiligenttothestatusofanymedicationbeforeconsumption;itisthe student-athlete’sresponsibilitytocheckthestatusofallmedications

AllCCAAStudent-Athletesandcoachingstaffshallbeeducatedandmadeawareoftheethicalconcernsandthe hazardsandconsequencesoftheuseofbannedandprohibitedsubstancesandmethods.Thedatethestudentathletereceivedtheircourse,mustbeindicatedontheCCAAeligibilityformOnlythosestudent-athleteswho havetakentheCCESonlineeducationcourseindividually,orasagrouporhaveparticipatedinDrugEducation seminar(s)thatcoveralltheinformationcontainedwillbeconsideredeligibletoparticipateinCCAA Championships.

HEALTH SERVICES

Student Health and Wellness is located on the first floor of the residence building and provides a mix of inperson and virtual services to support all areas of student wellness. To request an appointment or more information, submit a Wellness Request Form on MySuccess or call 705-330-4010 x 2116

Personal Counselling Naturopathic Doctor

Nurse Practitioner Chiropractor

STUDENT SERVICES

Office of Indigenous Initiatives

Call: 705-330-4010 x 2018

Visit: OR 1019

Email: ii.orillia@lakeheadu.ca

Student Accessibility Services

Call: 705-330-4010 x 2103

Visit: OA 1030

Email: oraccess@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University Student Union

Call: 705-330-4010 x 2180

Visit: OA 1027

Email: lusuorillia@lakeheadu.ca

Student Success Centre

Call: 705-330-4010 x 2100 Visit: OR 1021

Email: orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca

TRAVEL

T E A M T R A V E L A N D A C C O M O D A T I O N P O L I C Y

Travel

It is expected that all student-athletes will travel to and from all athletic contests in the designated vehicles provided through the department

Student-Athletes may not transport themselves by their own personal vehicle unless the coach provides permission, for valid reason Student-Athletes who have received permission to make alternate travel arrangements will be asked to provide details of their travel destination, etc , If such permission is given, the student- athlete absolves the university of any responsibility during such travel, and no expenses shall be provided for this travel Should permission be given to travel by personal car, no other team member shall be allowed to accompany the athlete

Student-Athletes will return with the team in the designated vehicles provided unless permission, for valid reason, is received from the coach If you go home after competition, please ensure the coaches are advised.

Accommodations

All student-athletes must stay in the accommodation booked for the team's overnight trips. It is permissible for student-athletes to stay at home with coaches’ consent.

Student-Athletes should examine their assigned rooms for any items of disrepair and report any problems to the hotel front desk to ensure that such problems are not attributed to their occupancy

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UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT

The University supplies all equipment deemed necessary for competition. Student athletes are responsible for supplying personal protective, playing equipment and practice apparel. Team members are individually allocated and assigned appropriate game uniforms, which in turn, become the responsibility of the student-athlete while it is in their possession. Once a player is allocated a uniform NUMBER, changes of individual articles or numbers (ie. jersey, shorts, etc.) is NOT PERMITTED. If a player has a problem with their uniform or assigned apparel he/she should notify the Athletics office

Uniform cleanliness is the responsibility of the student-athlete Please care for and regularly wash your uniform

When the respective season is over, it is the student-athlete’s responsibility to return their uniform in the same condition they received it Failure to do so will result in an alert placed against the athlete’s record This alert will result in transcripts being withheld, scholarships or bursaries withheld and possibly other campus privileges Uniforms are the property of the University Any replacement cost for lost, damaged or stolen uniforms shall be the responsibility of the student-athlete

SPONSORSHIP & FUNDRAISING

Sponsorship

At Lakehead, we encourage our teams to reach out to community members to help reduce some of the costs that the Athletes are paying. In order to do this, there are mandatory steps that must be taken to be able to reach out to any community member.

1. Draft a letter that you will be providing to potential sponsors. Please ask Athletics for a templated letter

2 Provide a price/amount that you will be requesting from the sponsor(s) and a list of organizations that you want to contact about sponsoring the team to the Athletics Department at Lakehead along with your completed Sponsorship Letter

3 Once everything has been approved by Athletics at Lakehead, you may proceed with contacting any of the approved contacts and try to secure the sponsorship

4 At the end of the season, the team should talk to the Athletics department about an appropriate gift to give the sponsor as well as a thank you letter from the team

Fundraising

Teams may be interested in fundraising to supplement their team operations and will be encouraged to conduct fundraising events Approval by coaches must be obtained prior to any fundraising activity This includes solicitation of donations of services and/or goods from suppliers, restaurants, etc

Fundraising initiatives must uphold the moral and ethical values outlined by Athletics, and should project a positive image of the team and department Program partnerships/sponsorships with non-Lakehead businesses must be approved by the management of Athletics to ensure that these businesses are in keeping with the moral standards of the department and do not violate pre-existing agreements

ADOPT A PACK! Athletics Donation Program

Lakehead University Orillia Athletics has launched a new Athletics Donation Program to help support the development and advancement of Athletics and Recreation at Lakehead Orillia Student-athletes are encouraged to promote this program to potential donors

ADOPT A PACK!

A T H L E T I C S D O N A T I O N P R O G R A M

The Lakehead Orillia Thunderwolves have a growing athletics programs with teams competing at the Varsity and Extramural level We currently have three varsity teams competing in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) which include Golf, Women’s Indoor Soccer and Men’s Indoor Soccer We also have four extramural teams that compete within local leagues as well as at tournaments organized through the Ontario Colleges Recreation (OCR) where we compete against other extramural college teams Our extramural teams include Men’s Hockey, Women’s Hockey, Men’s Basketball and Women’s Basketball

We are a small campus with a growing population and an expanding athletics program Participation in varsity, extramural and recreational sports is an opportunity for Orillia students to enhance their experience while at Lakehead Student-athletes have the opportunity to build relationships, develop their leadership potential, teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills and learn to effectively manage their time The skills that are developed through sport participation enables our student-athletes to be successful and to positively contribute to i t ft l i L k h d Y fi i l t ib ti ld id i the growth and advancement of the hletes. It will also help minimize some of

d Orillia Thunderwolves and will be used to on, and operations across all sports and team or program These funds will go such as uniforms, league fees, facility wolves Your donation is greatly and successful athletics program

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Student-Athlete Fees

Varsity and extramural sports are partly funded by Lakehead University Orillia Athletics. As such, athletes are required to pay an annual student-athlete fee in order to participate. This fee helps cover a small portion of the cost to run a varsity or extramural team. These fees may go toward league and tournament registrations, team apparel, travel costs, etc. These fees are mandatory for all student-athletes and must be paid in full prior to the start of participation in any team leagues or tournaments. An athlete will not receive their uniform or team apparel (varsity) until this fee has been paid. Any athlete owing a student-athlete fee from previous years likewise will be unable to participate in any competition or receive their uniform/apparel until this fee is paid.

Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries

Several funding opportunities are available to Lakehead University Orillia students Visit https://myawards lakeheadu ca/ for more information, to apply or to review the listings available for the current academic year

ROWAN'S LAW

BILL 193

Rowan’s Law (Bill 193) was given Royal assent on March 7th, 2018 by the Ontario Legislature Rowan’s Law imposes various requirements on sport organizations, or entities that carry out amateur competitive sport

These requirements include:

Any individual cannot participate in a sports activity unless they confirm they have reviewed the concussion awareness resources approved by the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport.

Individuals must confirm they have reviewed the sport organizations concussion code of conduct.

Organizations must establish a removal-from-sport protocol for athletes who are suspected of having sustained a concussion.

Organizations must establish a return-to-sport protocol for athletes who have sustained a concussion

In accordance with Rowan’s Law, the OCAA has developed a Code of Conduct for all participating athletes and coaches to read and follow OCAA has a ZERO tolerance policy for dangerous behaviours which are considered high risk for causing concussion or head injuries

The following expectations are required by our athletes and coaches in the OCAA:

CONCUSSION CODE OF CONDUCT

Purpose

The purpose of this code of conduct is to help guide the management of a suspected sports-related concussion as a result of sporting activity by all members of the Lakehead University community. It aims to ensure that participants with a suspected sports-related concussion receive timely and appropriate care and proper management to allow them to safely return to their sport activity.

Scope

This code of conduct defines sports-related concussion, identifies mechanisms of sports related concussions, outlines the signs and symptoms as well as red flags of sports-related concussion and discusses the management and return to play and learn protocols for participants who may sustain a sports related concussion This code of conduct applies to all participants of sport activity on Lakehead University campuses or while competing for or representing Lakehead University. This code of conduct is intended for use by all individuals who participate in sport activity on campus or off campus including but not limited to student-athletes, sports administration staff, parents, coaches, officials, teachers, trainers, and licensed healthcare professionals.

Definition

Sports-related concussion is a traumatic brain injury induced by biomechanical forces. Several common features that may be utilized in clinically defining the nature of a concussive head injury include:

Sports-related concussion may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body with an impulsive force transmitted to the head.

Sports-related concussion typically results in the rapid onset of short-lived impairment of neurological function that resolves spontaneously however, in some cases, signs and symptoms evolve over a number of minutes to hours

Sports-related concussion may result in neuropathological changes, but the acute clinical signs and symptoms largely reflect a functional disturbance, rather than a structural injury and, as such, no abnormality is seen on standard structural neuroimaging studies Sports-related concussion results in a range of clinical signs and symptoms that may or may not involve loss of consciousness Resolution of the clinical and cognitive features typically follows a sequential course However, in some cases, symptoms may be prolonged

Common Signs and Symptoms

If any of these signs or symptoms are present in an athlete following a trauma to the head, a sports-related concussion should be suspected and managed according to the guidelines below. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of possible signs and symptoms.

Red Flags of a Concussion

If any of these signs or symptoms are present in an athlete following a trauma to the head, a sports-related concussion should be suspected and managed according to the guidelines below. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of possible signs and symptoms.

Sports-Related Concussion Guidelines

1) Concussion Education

Optimizing the prevention and management or concussion depends highly on concussion education of all participants in sport activity Student-athletes, coaches and sport administration staff shall participate in concussion education training prior to the commencement of their respective sport activity The concussion education training shall include the following:

Definition of sports related concussion

Common mechanisms of sports related concussions Common signs and symptoms of sports related concussions

Removal from Sport Activity Protocol

Graded Return to Sport Strategy

Return to Learn Strategy

2) Sports-Related Concussion Identification

A sports-related concussion should be suspected in any athlete who has sustained a significant impact to the head and is displaying any one of the signs and symptoms noted above Sports-related concussions can be identified by any stakeholder including coaches, players, officials, managers or healthcare professionals Concussions can be identified by non-healthcare professionals in three ways:

Self-reported signs and symptoms by athletes

Observed signs and symptoms by self

Peer-reported signs and symptoms from players, team officials or match officials

A sideline assessment should be performed immediately including a Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT 5, for healthcare professionals) or Concussion Recognition Tool 5 (for non-healthcare providers). The purpose of the sideline assessment is to screen for a sports-related concussion, rather than diagnose.

If any red flag symptoms are present or the patient is unconscious, emergency medical care is required immediately. Do not move the participant or remove any equipment (ie. helmet) in case of a spinal injury.

3) Removal from Sport Activity Protocol

Any participant that is suspected of, or who demonstrates any signs or symptoms of a concussion, will be removed from sport activity regardless of a practice, game or recreation setting, and may not return to play that day. This determination will be made by the onsite healthcare professional. If no healthcare professional is present, the athlete should be removed from play until they are able to be assessed by a healthcare professional. This decision is to be made by the head coach. A player that is removed from sport cannot return to sport that day. If an athlete is removed from sport with a suspected sports-related concussion, a concussion reporting form should be initiated by the onsite healthcare provider or the head coach in the absence of a healthcare provider. This concussion reporting form should be submitted to the respective Lakehead University Athletics Department in a timely manner

Any athlete with a suspected sports-related concussion cannot return to play or practice without first being medically assessed and cleared by a physician See Appendix A outlining the Removal From Sport Activity Protocol Please see Lakehead University Concussion Protocol for Recreational League for more specific information

4) Medical Assessment

A medical assessment by a physician should be performed as soon as possible following a suspected concussion This is important in order to obtain a proper diagnosis, rule out more severe injury and to receive a medical note to support return to learn and return to sport accommodations

If a medical assessment is performed and it is determined that the player has not sustained a concussion, medical documentation (i e Concussion Medical Assessment Letter) should be submitted to the coaches and Lakehead University Athletic Department The player is able to return to sport but should continue to be monitored for at least 24-48 hours to ensure no symptoms arise

If a medical assessment is performed and the athlete is diagnosed with a concussion, medical documentation (i.e. Concussion Medical Assessment Letter) should be submitted to the coaches and Lakehead University Athletic Department. The athlete will then begin Stage 1 of the Graded Return to Learn and Graded Return to Sport Strategies.

5) Graded Return to Learn Strategy

5) Graded Return to Sport Strategy

An initial period of 24 – 48 hours of both relative physical rest and cognitive rest is recommended before beginning the Return to Sport progression There should be at least 24 hours (or longer) for each step of the progression If any concussion-related symptoms occur during the stepwise approach, the athlete should drop back to the previous asymptomatic level and attempt to progress again after being free of concussion-related symptoms for a further 24 hour period at the lower level. Resistance training should be added only in the later stages (stage 3 or 4 at the earliest). If symptoms are persistent (eg. more than 10–14 days in adults or more than 1 month in children), the athlete should be referred to a healthcare professional who is an expert in the management of concussion.

Athletes must be cleared by a physician before proceeding to Stage 5 of the Graded Return to Sport Strategy.

5) Return to Sport

Athletes who have been assessed by a healthcare professional and have been determined to not have a sports related concussion and those who have been diagnosed with a sports related concussion and have successfully completed the Return to Sport and Return to School Strategies can be considered for return to sport. All athletes must be medically cleared by a physician before returning to sport. Documentation must be provided by the physician.

Key Stakeholder Responsibilities

All stakeholders are required to adhere to the above code of conduct. Individual responsibilities of key stakeholders include:

Lakehead Athletics Administration

Receiving concussion reports/injury report forms from coaches to initiate the concussion protocol

Receiving medical documentation for diagnosis of concussion and clearance to return to sport from players or medical doctor

Supporting coaches and players throughout the process and communicating updates

Providing clarity to players and coaches on concussion code of conduct

Head Coach

Recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion

Make the decision to remove a player from play if player reports any one sign or symptom of a concussion (if no healthcare professional is present for a sideline assessment)

Complete a concussion report/injury report form to initiate concussion protocol

Ensure that athletes are following Return to Sport and Return to Learn Strategies

Players

Reporting any signs and/or symptoms of a concussion to the head coach or an on-site medical professional

Obtaining and communicating medical documentation

Gradually move through Return to Sport and Return to Learn Strategies

Team Officials (i.e. Assistant Coach, Team Manager, etc.)

Recognize the signs and symptoms of a concussion and report any suspected concussions to the head coach

Ensure that athletes are following Return to Play and Return to Learn Strategies

McCrory et al. (2017). Consensus statement on concussion in sport–the 5th international conference on concussion in sport held in Berlin, October 2016. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 51(11), 838-847.

Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport. Parachute. Public Health Agency of Canada. July 2017. http://www.parachutecanada.org/downloads/injurytopics/Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport Parachute.pdf

ATHLETIC BANQUET

The Annual Athletic Banquet is a memorable event each spring presented by the Athletic Department The outstanding achievements of our student athletes are recognized through a program of awards celebrated annually in a first class setting

Athletic awards presented each year are as follows:

OCAA All-Academic Team Rookie of the Year Team MVP

Male and Female Athlete of the Year

Principal's Award for Leadership in Athletics and Recreation Individual Team Awards

There are also various awards each year presented on behalf of the OCAA These awards will be presented at the banquet to recognize the contribution of our athletes to Intercollegiate Athletics in Ontario

ATHLETICS C O N T A C T S

Chris Glover

Associate Vice President, Administration

(705) 330-4010 ext 2112 cdglover@lakeheadu.ca

Lily McGuire

Athletics & Wellness Assistant (705) 330-4010 ext. 2115 lmcguir1@lakeheadu.ca

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