Irondequoit Junior Eagles 2019 Early Registration

For 2018 Returning Families Only

Football Team Placement – Ages as of 8/1/2019 A Team – Ages 11-13 Max weight is 155 lbs, No lightweights

B Team – Age 9-10 under 135 lbs, with 11-year lightweights under 90 lbs. C Team - Age 7-8 under 110 lbs with 9-year-old lightweights under 65 lbs.

Flag Team – Ages 5 & 6 No weight limits (Age 7 if 1st year & Organization approval)

Cheerleader Team Placement – Ages as of 8/1/2019 A Team - Ages 11-14 (Age 10 if approved by Organization)

B Team – Ages 9-10 (Age 11 if first year Cheerleader) C Team - Ages 7-8 (Age 9 if first year Cheerleader)

Flag Team – Ages 5 & 6 (Age 7 if approved by Organization)

Registration Fees (Valid thru 10/23/18 – Requires minimum 50% of the registration fee) A, B, C Football - $175.00 A, B, C Cheer - $215.00 Flag Football $100.00 Flag Cheer – $125.00

Forms

Please complete the following forms to submit with your registration.

Participant Contract – Must be completely filled out and include a recent photo within the past year and Contract signed.

Birth Certificate Copy – The league requires us to submit a copy of the birth certificate each year for certification.

Signature Signage page of Attendance Policy and Player Code of Conduct, Equipment Replacement Cost, Refund Policy, Fundraising and Family Participation must be signed.

Parent Code of Conduct needs to be signed. Copy of Child’s Physical - This form must be dated and stamped with the physician’s address

and phone number. The physical form must be dated after 8/1/2018. Under no circumstances will a player be able to participate in a practice or game without the required medical certificate.

Physical form due to the Irondequoit Junior Eagles by July 31, 2019

Please contact Registrar: Melody Moore via

registrar@irondequoitjunioreagles.org with any questions.

Junior Eagles Family Discount Families with three of more players/cheerleaders registered for the Junior Eagles in the same season will receive a $25/per child discount for all for all registration fees for that family.

Please note that ages and weights are subject to change by the AYFCL

Age on 8/1/2019

8/1/2019

Age on 8/1/2019

Payment Date Registered ___________________

Registration Fee __________________

Cash, Check or CC __ _________

Check # ____________

Reg. Balance ____________

Participation Deposit _____________

2018

Irondequoit Junior Eagles Youth Football & Cheerleading

Attendance Policy & Code of Conduct

The success of our program is dependent on the commitment of our participants. For that reason, your child is expected to attend all practices and games. Please consider your child’s schedule and other activities before committing to our program. If you don’t think you can adhere to our attendance requests as stated below, please reconsider having your child participate in our program. Your child is expected to show up on time and stay until the coach has excused them. We will try not to hold them past our practice time; however, on occasion, this may happen. Your coach should be made aware of any conflicts as soon as possible and will handle each participant’s requests accordingly. If your child is going to miss ANY practices, please let his/her head coach know as soon as possible. Attendance is kept to insure we have an accurate record for insurance purposes. Any child who has missed any amount of practices/games due to injury cannot return to activities without a medical professional’s written approval, on their letterhead. Absences from practices and games have to be taken seriously, due to the safety issues that are involved with the program. Excessive absences will be addressed individually by your child’s Coach and could result in the Board of Directors taking punitive action. The Irondequoit Junior Eagles Football tackle program mandates each participant must have 10 hours of conditioning practice hours completed before they can wear equipment and participate in contact drills. Only helmets and shoulder pads may be worn for the ten (10) hours of conditioning. No other equipment may be worn. After the 10 hours of conditioning is completed, players will need 10 additional hours of contact practice in before they are allowed to play in a game or scrimmage. Participants are expected to attend all practices and games, regardless if active in them or not. The Irondequoit Junior Eagles Cheerleading program is a competitive cheerleading program and we expect every participant to attend every practice and game. In cheerleading especially, there are no “substitutes” to fill in. If your child misses a practice, game or competition, it affects the entire team. Your child is here to learn the fundamentals of cheerleading and to have fun. If a cheerleader is missing, it is very hard to teach fundamentals. Other children can suffer from the absence of your child, which no longer makes it fun for them. Cheerleaders cannot perform their routines safely and consistently if they have not attended all of the scheduled practices. Cheerleaders who continually miss practices and/or games will still be expected to attend the games and they will cheer only the “Welcome” cheer. They will not cheer sidelines or the halftime cheer, but will be expected to sit with their coach and support the team. No running around will be allowed, and no sitting with friends and/or parents. It is an AYFCL policy, once school starts that if a child (football or cheerleading) has two (2) missed practices in a week (excused or unexcused), they may not be allowed to participate in that weekend’s game. They are still required to be at the game, in full uniform, to support their team. There are no refunds for players who are removed from the Irondequoit Junior Eagles rosters due to attendance issue.

Tardiness

Every effort should be made for parents to have their players arrive on time to scheduled events, including games and practices. On time means dressed and ready for participation when the session begins. Coaches and parents should work together to avoid tardiness. If after a coach/parent communication tardiness remains an issue, discipline of the offending player is at the coach’s discretion. Head Coach must notify the parents of the affected player of any disciplinary action to take place. Head Coach may discipline player by not playing the player for the first half of the next game. There is one exception for tardiness and that is only for conflicts with IHS Modified Sports. This exception would only be applicable to the “A” squads and those participants should make every effort to arrive as soon as possible, along with advising the Head Coach beforehand.

Child Participant Behavior Use of foul language or misconduct in the parking lot before or after practices and games will not be tolerated.

Misconduct at practice or during a game will not be tolerated.

It is the responsibility of the player/cheerleader to: Demonstrate self-control and respect for their coaches, officials, and spectators at all times.

Remember that participation in sports should not be abused by unsportsmanlike-like conduct.

Respect the other team and shake hands after the competition and congratulate them on their performance.

Respect the integrity and judgment of the officials and abide by the rules.

Remember that behavior while in uniform reflects on the team, the family, and the community.

Accept winning and losing with grace and dignity.

Equipment Replacement Cost / Refund Policy

Equipment Replacement Cheerleading Replacement

Cost Uniforms Cost

Helmet $250.00 Vest $85.00

Shoulder Pads $125.00 Skirt $45.00

Game Pants $80.00

Game Jersey $100.00

Rib Pads $28.00

Practice Pants $55.00

Belt $7.50

Knee Pads (2) $6.00

Chin Guard $8.00

Flag Game Jersey $50.00

The Board has made it their effort to be as reasonable as possible in our refund policy. In light of this approach,

registration fees collected by the Junior Eagles will be refunded under the following conditions:

1. If a Football Player or Cheerleader withdraws from the program any time before June 30, 2019, a 100% refund will

be made minus a non-refundable $25 administration fee.

2. If a Football Player or Cheerleader withdraws from the program any time after June 30, 2019, NO refund will be

made.

Refund Policy Exception

In the spirit of our partnership with the West Irondequoit Eagles high school Cheer programs, refund exceptions may be

granted for those players that qualify for Junior Varsity Cheer program participation. We understand this scenario may

affect some A Team Cheerleaders and we will work with parents to make sure the appropriate processes are followed. If

granted, these refunds will be made minus the non-refundable $25 administration fee. Requests must be made in

writing.

Fundraising & Family Participation Contract

I will commit to participate in the Irondequoit Junior Eagles fundraising activity or choose the buyout option.

Failure to participate will result in my child’s expulsion from the league.

The Irondequoit Junior Eagles is a non-profit organization run solely by unpaid volunteers. This allows parents or

guardians to participate in a fun and exciting season. In order to ensure the season, competitions and all games run

smoothly, we require parent assistance for many critical in season roles. In order to ensure this is completed, all

families are required to pay a $50 deposit, per family. Each family will be required to fulfill 2-4 participating

activities per season depending on overall participation for the season. Upon completion of your required

participation activities, the $50 deposit will be returned. Any missed participating responsibilities will result in

full forfeiture of the participation deposit. Your money will be returned to you at the end of the football season or

choose the option of transferring it to next year. This deposit is due no later than the Annual Parent Meeting.

Please note: If you participate during your child’s game, it is very possible that you will not be able to watch your

child cheer or play. Parents may choose to participate during other team’s games. Please do not bring children

with you when you participate. All participants must be over the age of 18. No children under the age of 18 will be

allowed to fulfill any parent participant obligations.

It is your responsibility to check the web site, on a regular basis, as there may be revisions after the initial schedule

is released, and know when you are scheduled. If you do not fulfill your assigned job, your full deposit will be

forfeited. (Note: Full deposits will be forfeited if you miss just one participation assignment). You are also

responsible for finding a replacement once the final scheduled is approved. This is not the responsibility of the

Family Participation Coordinator, the Team Parent, the Coach or the Board of Directors.

Once you have paid your Registration in full you will receive a separate email directing you to the Participation

Schedule where you will schedule yourself for 3 duties. Please review the participation positions list before

selecting your 3 choices. If you do not complete this step at the close of Registration the Family Participation

Coordinator will schedule you for whichever games/duties remain.

Family Participation Opportunities List

Home Games Only:

50/50 RAFFLE: Walk around, Home side and Visitor’s side, to sell 50/50 raffle tickets. Home games only.

ANNOUNCER: Stationed in the booth above the field. Responsible to introduce the cheerleaders and football players at the

start of the game, provide a lively description of the action during the game and work with the spotter to announce the players

making the play. Home games only.

CHAINS: Hold the Chains/Box on the Visitor’s sidelines via instructions from referees. Home games only.

CLEAN UP/GARBAGE: Pick up trash from grounds and stands on both sides. Empty can if needed. Home games only.

SET UP BEFORE Flag & C GAMES: Approximate arrival is 9:00am on game day to set up the field and stands for Flag.

Setup for C game will be right after Flag Game ends. Home games only.

SPOTTER: Stationed in the booth above the field. Identifies players involved in the play to assist the announcer in calling

the action. Home games only.

TIMEKEEPER: Starts/Stops the clock via the referee’s hand motion on the field from the announcer’s booth. Watch the

game closely, along with the spotter, for “out of bound” plays, time outs, etc. Home games only.

Home & Away Games: MONITOR: One per game to monitor the number of plays each player has per half. Work with volunteers from the

opposing team to check off 5 plays per half for each player on the monitor sheet. This is for both Home and Away games.

VIDEO CAMERA OPERATOR: The Junior Eagles record each of our games for our coaches to use to assist with practice

activities. A parent is needed to operate the camera for each of our games. This is for both Home and Away games.

MEDIC: The medic is scheduled to be present at practices and or games to provide first aid to injured players and

cheerleaders. This position requires nursing, EMT/Paramedic, or current medical background with experience in basic first

aid. A Red Cross Basic First Aid course is required for all non-medically trained/certified persons interested in being a

volunteer medic. This is for both Home and Away games.

All Season Commitment (Not scheduled for any other Participation Duties): TEAM PARENT: Liaison with communication between board, coaches and parents. Assists in distributing hand-outs,

create schedule for snacks & collection of snacks. Help, as needed with other team related activities. Board Approval Needed

HEAD COACH AND ASSISSTANT COACHES: Coach or assist the coach with weekly practices and games.

Certification is provided and paid for by the Vikings. You must submit coach’s application to the Executive Board before

February. Board Approval Needed

JR. EAGLES BOARD MEMBER: If interested please make note and you will be contacted. The following positions exist

and require a 2-year commitment. President, Vice President, Registrar, Treasurer, Secretary, Cheerleading Coordinator,

Football Coordinator, Flag Coordinator, Merchandise Coordinator, Medic Coordinator, Fundraising Coordinator, Equipment

Manager. Availability based on empty positions for current season, Board Approval Needed

The organization WOULD NOT exist without Parent Participation!

IRONDEQUOIT JUNIOR EAGLES YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER

PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT

I promise to support the goals of the Irondequoit Junior Eagles Youth Football and Cheerleading organization, which

include teaching youth to work together cooperatively and develop self-esteem and sports skills through game play, and,

above all, to have fun.

I understand that the game and events are for the children, not the adults.

I will encourage good sportsmanship. I will set an example by demonstrating good sportsmanship and positive

support for all players, coaches, officials, board members, and other adults at all AYFCL functions (This includes

practices, games, and other events).

I will provide support for coaches and AYFCL staff working with my child to provide an enjoyable experience for

all.

I will demand a drug, alcohol, and tobacco free sports environment for my child and agree to refrain from their

use at AYFCL events.

I will require that my child treat other players, coaches, officials, and adults with respect.

I will treat other players, coaches, officials, and adults with respect.

I will require and assume responsibility for my child treating assigned equipment with care. I will assume the

financial responsibility for all lost or damaged equipment.

I will abide by the AYFCL and organization rules and regulations.

No persons other than players, coaches, medics, or AYFCL officials are allowed on the field. There are no

exceptions to this. All game filming must be done outside the sectioned off area.

I will refrain from coaching my child from the spectator’s area, as I understand that there will be no non-certified

coaching allowed.

I understand by signing that if I violate this pledge, I may be placed on probation or suspended for a period of time.

Serious infractions may result in being removed from the program.

President’s Signature – Irondequoit Jr. Eagles Parent Signature President’s Name (printed) Parent Name (printed) Date Date

IRONDEQUOIT JUNIOR EAGLES YOUTH FOOTBALL & CHEER

PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT – INCIDENT TRACKING

Incident Date

Details Status Board Signature Parent

Signature

1st Warning

2nd Warning:

Probation

3rd Warning: Suspension

Irondequoit Junior Eagles Referral Refund /Payment Plan

Referral “Refunds”

Junior Eagles families that refer new members to sign up for our organization will receive a $20

refund on their registration fees for each new member referred. For the purpose of this discount,

a “new member” will be defined as any child that did not participate on any of the “Jr. Eagles”

team during the 2018 football and cheer season. In order to qualify for the referral discount, the

new members that you refer must be paid – IN FULL – no later than July 31, 2019. We will then

aggregate all of our referral details and pay out our referral refunds, by check, no later than September 1, 2019.

Junior Eagles Payment Plan

If it is chosen at the time of Registration a payment in full is not made, the Junior Eagles payment

plan will allow members to pay off their full registration fee over the course of three

payments. The first payment will be 50% of the total family registration fee, followed by two

additional payments of 25% each, ultimately paying off the full balance in three payments. Timing

of the payments will depend on when a family registers, and all payment plans must be paid in full

by the start of our Jr. Eagles practice season in the first week of August. Dates will be agreed up

at the time of registration and will be detailed on the payment plan form we will complete together

detailing the terms of the plan. Please note: Families that register AFTER the start of our

practice season, and cannot pay in full at the time of registration, will still be handled on a case

by case basis only.

Did you remember to bring?

1. Copy of Birth Certificate

2. Recent Photo

Irondequoit Junior Eagles: Critical Policy

Overview & Acknowledgement

Attendance Policy Your child is expected to attend all practices and games. Please consider your child’s schedule and other activities before committing to our program. If you don’t think you can adhere to our attendance requests as stated below, please reconsider having your child participate in our program. Your child is expected to show up on time and stay until the coach has excused them. Excessive absences and/or tardiness present a significant safety risk to your child and their teammates. These situations will be reviewed by our Board of Directors, on a case by case basis. Penalties up to/including removal from the organization may be incurred. Please note: Any child who has missed any amount of practices/games due to injury cannot return to activities without a medical professional’s written approval, on their letterhead.

It is an AYFCL policy, once school starts that if a child (football or cheerleading) has two (2) missed practices in a week (excused or unexcused), they may not be allowed to participate in that weekend’s game. They are still required to be at the game, in full uniform, to support their team.

INITIAL:

Equipment Replacement Policy Equipment costs represent one of the largest line items in the annual Irondequoit Junior Eagles budget. We do our best to provide members of the organization with the best equipment possible for their given sport. All practice and game day uniforms (football & cheer) and all protective gear are loaned to our players and cheerleaders at the start of the season. It is expected that all gear is returned at the end of the season. Equipment not returned will be subject to a replacement fine, as outlined in the Irondequoit Junior Eagles Parent Handbook.

INITIAL:

Refund Policy The Board has made it their effort to be as reasonable as possible in our refund policy. In light of this approach, registration fees collected by the Junior Eagles will be refunded under the following conditions:

1. If a Football Player or Cheerleader withdraws from the program any time before June 30, 2018, a 100% refund will be made minus a non-refundable $25 administration fee.

2. If a Football Player or Cheerleader withdraws from the program any time after June 30, 2018, NO refund will be made.

INITIAL:

Fundraising Policy In order to maintain the lowest possible registration costs for our players and cheerleaders, all families are required to participate in the Irondequoit Junior Eagles fundraising activity. This involves selling Zap-A-Snack food options. Full details can be found in our Parent Handbook and will be shared with families on our equipment pick-up dates. Failure to complete fundraising responsibilities may result in your child not participating in scheduled games or competitions.

INITIAL:

Participation Policy The Irondequoit Junior Eagles is a non-profit organization run solely by unpaid volunteers. To ensure the season, competitions and all games run smoothly, we require parent assistance for many critical in-season roles. All families are required to pay a $50 deposit, per family. Each family is required to fulfill 2-4 activities per season (based on overall size of our teams). A sign-up process will be posted early in the season and families are expected to sign-up for their preferred activities per that process. Deposits will be returned, in full, to all families that complete their required participation activities. Any families that do not sign up or miss any of their scheduled activities will forfeit their full amount of their participation deposit. Deposit refunds will be made at the end of the season, or can be rolled into payment for the following season.

INITIAL:

POLICY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

I acknowledge that I have read all policy summaries detailed above and hereby state that I will review the

Irondequoit Junior Eagles Parent Handbook to ensure I understand the full scope of each policy.

Parent Signature:

Date: