GENERAL
What is the Athletic Committee’s purpose?
It is the primary purpose of the Christ King Athletic Committee and the Christ King Athletic Association to provide an extension of the Catholic educational experience. The Athletic Program is designed to provide enjoyable extra-curricular activities for children and teach fundamentals of sports. The Program strives to develop self-worth, sportsmanship, discipline, sound judgment, and physical well-being.
ATHLETIC PROGRAM GOVERNANCE
How is the Athletic Program governed?
How can I obtain a copy of the Christ King Athletics Handbook?
The Handbook is found on this website (click here).
Is the Christ King Athletic Program governed by any other rules, regulations or governing bodies?
How do I become a member of the Athletic Committee?
Contact the Committee’s Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary or any other committee member.
What positions are “open” beginning in August 2007?
Several positions will open for the 2007/08 school year, including 5th Grade Representative, 7th Grade Representative, Religous Education Representative, Tournament Coordinator, Equipment Coordinator, Gym Coordinator and Treasurer.. The terms of these and other Athletic Committee positions are identified in the Christ King Athletics Handbook, which is found on this website.
When does the Athletic Committee hold regular meetings?
The Athletic Committee meets on the Third Monday of each month in the Parish Center Recreation Room. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and last for about an hour.
Can I attend a monthly Athletic Committee meeting?
School and Religious Education Parents are welcome to attend monthly meetings. Please notify the Athletic Committee Secretary of your intent to attend no less than one week prior to the monthly meeting so that appropriate accommodations can be made. Parents also should give advance notice of any item they wish to be addressed at the meeting.
Does the Athletic Committee offer general meetings?
The Athletic Committee encourages parents to attend one or both of its general informational meetings, which occur in December and May. The meetings are intended to provide a general report on the Athletics Program, to provide basic information to families involved in the Athletic Program, and to answer any and all questions. Parents of 4th grade students are invited to the May meeting so that they may become familiar with the Athletic Program in advance of their children's participation the following year.
Does the Athletic Committee publish minutes?
The minutes are available in hard copy to be “checked out” from the Principal’s Office and, upon request, can be emailed to parents of student-athletes. Requests should be made to the Secretary of the Athletic Committee.
COACHING
How can I become a coach?
Contact the Coordinator of the sport for which you desire to coach or contact any Athletic Committee Member.
Is special training required to be a coach?
A coach is required to participate in a few training sessions, including a coaches clinic and Virtus training. There may be other training requirements and/or opportunities, depending on the sport.
How are coaches selected?
The Athletic Committee provides information regarding its application and selection process to individuals who express interest in coaching. The process typically begins when, a few weeks in advance of the season, the Committee publishes notices in the Parish Bulletin and Wednesday Wireless asking that interested individuals contact the relevant sports coordinator. In some sports (e.g., basketball), individuals are asked to complete an application which requests information regarding their desire, experience and similar information. When several applicants express an interest for a limited number of positions, those applicants often are invited to appear before the Committee to supplement the information provided in the application. The Committee will then vote on the applicants.
How do I register a concern about my child’s coach?
If parents or participants have any concerns with any aspect of the athletic program, they should first discuss the matter with the coach(es) involved. If the problem(s) cannot be resolved in this manner, the relevant Sports Coordinator should be notified. Thereafter, if necessary, the Athletic Committee Chairperson should be contacted to address the matter during the next monthly meeting. The Athletic Committee recommends that parents or participants allow twenty-four hours to pass after the incident giving rise to the concern prior to first approaching a coach.
Will I have an opportunity to evaluate my child’s coach?
At the end of each season, coaches distribute evaluations to be filled out by the parents and returned to the Sports Coordinator.
How do I register a concern about a team or coach from another school?
If parents or participants have any concerns with any aspect of another school’s athletic program, they should contact the relevant Sports Coordinator of the Christ King Athletic Committee.
TEAM FORMATION
How are 5th and 6th grade teams formed?
There are tryouts in 5th grade for purposes of dividing teams equally. The teams generally remain the same for 6th grade.
How are 7th and 8th grade teams formed?
There are tryouts in the 7th and 8th grades for purposes of dividing teams into A, B and C teams, as determined by skill.
What is the process for selecting A and B team members?
Selection of players for A and B teams is made annually, once for each season. Player selection is made by a panel consisting of the A team head coach(es), a knowledgeable Athletic Committee Member, and a knowledgeable independent observer selected by the Committee.
How are the number and sizes of teams determined?
The number of teams and size of teams are determined by the Athletic Committee. The Committee strives for smaller team sizes to increase playing time opportunities for student-athletes.
PLAYING TIME
Does the Athletic Committee impose minimum playing time requirements?
It is the Athletic Committee’s intent that every player should play in every game. The Committee has established minimum playing time standards for both basketball and volleyball.
What are the Athletic Committee’s playing time minimums for basketball?
All 5th grade student-athletes are to receive equal playing time. Student-athletes in the 6th through 8th grades are to play the equivalent of one-quarter playing time. Exceptions to these standards exist for teams with 12 or more players.
What are the Athletic Committee’s playing time minimums for volleyball?
All 5th and 6th grade student-athletes are to receive as close to equal playing time as possible. 7th and 8th grade student-athletes are to play one full game for every three game match.
How do these requirements compare to Archdiocese standards?
The playing time minimums established by the Athletic Committee equal or exceed playing time minimums established by the Archdiocese.
Will the playing time of student-athletes be negatively impacted for disciplinary reasons or because of missed practice sessions?
Playing time restrictions may be imposed for disciplinary reasons or unexcused absences from practice sessions. Excused absences will include non-recurring family, school, religious, musicals or other similar types of non-recurring commitments or obligations. If there is a question as to whether an absence is excused or unexcused, the decision of the Committee Chairperson shall be final.
VOLUNTEERING
Are parents expected to volunteer in support of their student-athlete’s participation in the Christ King Athletic Program?
Among the parent responsibilities listed in the Christ King Athletics Handbook is the requirement that parents “[p]rovide volunteer service to the athletic program by helping with various programs or events.” This volunteer service often takes the form of coaching or “gym duty.”
What is gym duty?
Gym duty is one of many volunteer opportunities afforded parents. Gym duty includes supervising the admissions or concessions stands for a limited period of time during the regular weekend game schedule and/or during a tournament.
What are my duties and responsibilities as a Parent Volunteer during gym duty?
When arriving 10 to 15 minutes prior to their scheduled gym duty, parents will be provided a gym duty “cheat sheet” that identifies their duties and responsibilities.
May I send my children to fulfill my gym duty responsibilities?
The Parish’s Funds Management Policy and Procedures Guidelines provides that only adults are to handle the funds at the admissions or concessions stands. Parents may have their children with them and they may supervise their children who assist, but children are not acceptable substitutes for their parents.
How far in advance of a volleyball or basketball season does the Athletic Committee publish the Gym Duty Schedule?
The leagues’ game schedules are published a week or so prior to the first game of the season. The Athletic Committee’s Gym Coordinator publishes the gym duty schedule shortly thereafter.
What happens if I fail to fulfill my gym duty responsibilities?
Failure of a parent to fulfill gym duty responsibilities can result in loss of her or her student-athlete’s participation privileges.
MISCELLANEOUS
How far in advance of a season do coaches distribute game schedules?
The timing of the publication of the schedules is primarily within the league’s control. Often, the league does not distribute the schedules until the week of the first game of the season. Coaches are forwarded the schedules immediately after league distribution.
How far in advance of a season does a coach publish its practice schedule for a particular sport?
Once coaches and teams have been selected, the Gym Coordinator works with the coaches to establish practice times for each team. Practice times are generally established just prior to the first practice.
How can I volunteer for other Athletic Committee projects?
Contact any Athletic Committee Member.
How can I donate a prize or auction item for the Golf Outing (September 2007 at Western Lakes)?
Contact the Golf Outing Coordinator or any Athletic Committee Member.
Must my child have a physical to participate in the athletics program?
A physical examination is required every two years for every student-athlete. Participation privileges may be suspended for student-athletes failing to meet this requirement.
Can a student-athlete participate on two teams in the same sport during the same season?
Archdiocese rules mandate that a student-athlete may compete concurrently in only one sport, on only one team in the same sport, and in only one league during the sport season. For example, a student-athlete on a parish-based team who attends a public school may not play on the parish team and the school team concurrently. A student may not play on a school/parish team and another team such as a select, all-star, club, tournament, AAU or recreation league team at the same time during the season. Participation in sports not governed by the Archdiocese, such as swimming, gymnastics, hockey, etc., are not subject to this regulation.
Will my student-athlete participate in tournaments?
Christ King hosts several basketball and volleyball tournaments during the year. In addition, most teams participate in tournaments hosted by other schools.
How do I show my support for the Parish, Athletic Program, the Coaches and the Student-Athletes?
Volunteer, become involved, be a member of the Cavalier Booster Club, be an outstanding example of good sportsmanship.
Can parish members who are not coaching a team reserve the gym for use?
Parishioners can reserve the gym by contacting the Parish’s Business Manager, Geri Johnson. Depending on the circumstances, a fee may be charged and insurance may be required.
