meeting info - Seaford School District

WELCOME
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SHEET"
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WELCOME
2016
January 28, 2016
Introduction of the Coaching Staff...
Brian Horner
Varsity Head Coach
Michael Engelke
Varsity Assistant Coach
John Phillips
Volunteer Assistant Coach
Ken Botti
Junior Varsity Coach
Justin McCormak
Middle School Coach
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Another Season Dedicated to...
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A little history on the game of lacrosse....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1rvmAh155g
-The oldest TEAM sport in North America
-Played by Native Americans to settle disputes between tribes/villages.
-Prepared young warriors for battle.
-Played for religious purposes as well.
-Games could last several days, and sometimes had 100-1,000 players involved.
-Players followed war rituals before games, painting their faces and displaying colors of
the tribes.
Johns Hopkins vs. Maryland
1955
Manitoba Lacrosse Club
1887
Air Gait, 1988
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Recent History of the Varsity Program....
2003:
The last time Seaford made the Nassau County Championship
Last time that Seaford defeated C.S.H
2005,2006:
Only 6 wins in each season
2010, 2012:
Losing records for both seasons
2015, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008:
"Big 4 Champs" (Finishing season as a top 4 conference team)
2009:
Nassau County Top Ten Finish (#10)
Last year that Seaford defeated Wantagh
2007-2015:
92 wins- 57losses
We have not won a conference or league title since the
mid 1970's.
Our goal for this year?
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Vision and Focus for Each Level of the Program..
Middle School:
To instruct and emphasize the fundamentals of lacrosse. Focus on the rules of the game,
and build a solid foundation of stick skills. Provide playing time for each participant in
games. Most importantly, teach the players to love the game of the lacrosse!
Junior Varsity:
Continue the emphasis on fundamentals while implementing more team strategy and play.
Junior Varsity is a "stepping stone" to the Varsity program. It is a more competitive level
than middle school. Playing time will become less equal among the participants. There is
a larger emphasis on preparing for and winning individual games. Commitment to the
team/program becomes imperative. Most importantly, teach the players to the game of
lacrosse!
Varsity:
Every year we have the same goal. We are going out to win a championship.
Fundamentals, team strategy, and advanced individual skills will be stressed. We want to
be prepared for every game. We want to teach the athletes to always play hard, play
smart, and play as a team. Playing time in games is strictly based on who can get a
specific job done on the field in the best way. "Be the best at something."
Most importantly, we want the players learning to love the game of lacrosse!
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Where can we improve?
-Off-season play and workouts (leagues, tournaments,
outside teams, conditioning and weight training, video
sessions)
-Team building/bonding events (watching college games,
game film, team dinners, etc...)
-Rebuilding relationships with officials as well as college
coaches for recruiting purposes
***We have a number of officials that don't want to
referee our games. There are college coaches that don't
want to recruit from here, or don't even think about us.
We have to focus on changing that.
-Build a lacrosse community by getting coaches and
players involved with the youth teams
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We cannot just become a team in the Spring and expect to compete with better
teams.
Off-Season Play
Off-Season
Conditioning/Lifting
College
Recruitment/
Placement
Assistance
Parent Support
Group
Fundraising
Involvement
with youth teams
Seaford Lacrosse can become a k-12 experience!
January 28, 2016
Wanna play college lacrosse????
Well, you can't wait for your senior year to make it
happen.
It starts much earlier!!!!!
http://www.athleticscholarships.net/academic-requirements.htm
http://my.llfiles.com/00172469/US-Lacrosse-So-you-want-to-play-lacrosse-in-college.pdf
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Club Division 1
Club Division 2
118 teams
95 teams
Junior College
32 teams
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http://sports.newsday.com/long-­‐island/data/high-­‐school/college-­‐commitments-­‐2016/
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Off Season Events
-Summer Workouts
-Summer Tournaments/League
-Fall Tournament/League
-Winter Workouts
-Winter League
-Indoor Lacrosse
Does this mean that I should quit the other sports that I play,
and only focus on lacrosse?
NO!!
January 28, 2016
NILCA IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE ITS INAUGURAL BOY’S LACROSSE SHOWCASE FOR UNCOMMITTED
PLAYERS
NILCA has partnered with Lacrosse Unlimited to bring the best Uncommitted Lacrosse players together for a 1 day
showcase. This showcase will be run by high school coaches. The showcase will take place on Thursday, July 14,
2016 at Cold Spring Harbor. The showcase will be limited to 240 players. The players will be divided into teams in
which the teams will play 3 55 minute games. All College Coaches will be invited to this event. This event is open to
those in the graduating classes of: 2017, 2018, and 2019.
Each game will have 2 referees assigned. An athletic trainer will also be on site. The cost for each player will be
$125.00.
Coaches, please fill out the attached spreadsheet to nominate your players. For more information, contact Joe
Baccarella
NILCA was formed to provide dedicated service to high school lacrosse coaches and its players throughout the United States. Issues that
NILCA will address include high school playing rules, the establishment of an all-America program, relations with the Intercollegiate Men's
Lacrosse Coaches Association (IMLCA) and identifying solutions to issues raised by high school coaches.
REN PETTINELLI, PRESIDENT [email protected]
JOE BACCARELLA, VICE PRESIDENT [email protected]
JAMES AMEN, JR, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, [email protected]
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We have a pre-season ranking of #3.
(Easter
Break)
(Spring Recess)
Expectations at practice:
-Be there early and ready to go at the start time.
-Always work hard, listen to the coaches, apply the skills being taught.
-Push and encourage your teammates in a positive manner. Help each other get better.
-Attend all practices prior to games. Do your best to not miss a single practice.
-Reflect upon yourself each day.
Expectations during games:
-Be on time for pre-game meeting.
-Complete game day jobs.
-Play hard and play smart till the final whistle.
-Keep your composure during games.
-No cell phones during the games! Not until we are off the field.
-You are still part of the team when you are on the sideline. If you are not playing you are
to stay fully dressed and attentive to the game. Cheer for your teammates!
Expectations during the school day:
-Get to every class.
-Stay aware of your grades
-Avoid becoming academically ineligible.
-Stay out of trouble in school. Detentions/Suspensions and other school consequences will be
carried out on the field as well.
**Remember that every decision you make or action you take on and off the field could
impact the entire team. Remember that you are part of a team, and that is something
bigger than just you.**
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JV and Varsity
When the season starts.......
1) Wear sweatpants and sweatshirts for the first two weeks of season.
2) Think about having a "back-up" stick in the cold weather.
3) Always have sneakers and "indoor clothing" with you.
4) JV players can check the Athletic Office Bulletin Board for practice
information.
5) Varsity players will be notified by email or with the "Remind" app.
**Physicals done on or after March 7th of 2015 are still good for this year.
**Physicals (if needed) should be done on your own time before March 7th.
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To the players....
*What you do during practice and games develops your value as a high school/college
athlete.
*What you do outside of 3-5p.m. during the season develops your skill and character.
*What you do in school matters most.
January 28, 2016
Team Order
http://teams.lacrosseunlimited.com/seaford-lacrosse-17202/
*For JV and Varsity
-Use the above link to access
our team store. Submit your
online order
-All items will be shipped
directly to you!
-Store closes 2/3/16
NO ORDERS CAN BE
PLACED AFTER THAT DATE.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
January 28, 2016
FUNDRAISING/YOUTH INVOLVEMENT
Fundraising Purposes/
Goals:
February 16th and 17th
Youth Clinic
&
T-Shirt Sales
1) Video Recording of
Games
2) New Helmet Decals
3) Bailey Day t-shirts
and donation.
4) Aid in payment for
team building events and
off season play
5) Additional equipment
and supplies not being
purchased by the school
district
6) Team Gift. Last year
athletes on JV and
Varsity received
sweatpants and
sweatshirt. Game shorts
were purchased 2 years
ago.
January 28, 2016
Seaford Lacrosse Fundraiser 2016
White 100% Cotton Gildan Tee Shirt with logo
Price for all sizes $12.00
Each Player is asked to sell a minimum of 5 Shirts
Prizes will be awarded to the players who sell the most shirts!!
Order forms are to be turned into Coach Horner or Engelke by
Friday February 11, 2016
Please fill out the information below
Player Name: __________________________________
Please indicate how many of each size is needed:
Youth Medium-­‐ ______ Adult Large-­‐ _______
Youth Large-­‐ ______
Adult XLarge-­‐ _______
Adult Small-­‐ ______
Adult XXLarge-­‐ _______
Adult Medium-­‐ ______
Adult XXXLarge-­‐_______
Total shirts ordered: _______ $_________
Cash or checks made payable to TEAM VIKING LACROSSE. Payment due at time of order. January 28, 2016
Helmet Safety/Concussion Prevention
-Need "NOCSAE" sticker on helmet
- Recommendations:
1) Re-condition and re-certify every year.
2) Discard helmet after 3 years.
Best models
if you are purchasing your own:
1) CPX-R
2) R
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SEAFORD
LACROSSE
TEAM NIGHT
FEBRUARY 10TH AND 11TH
BETHPAGE STORE
January 28, 2016
"A k-12 experience, and the community's team!"
Questions?????
Wanna help out somehow?
[email protected]