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WESTERVILLE SOUTH ATHLETICS

PRESEASON OHSAA MANDATORY MEETING

Agenda-Attendance

-Introductions

-Athletic Training

-Athletic Boosters

-Information & Communication

-Messages for Parents and Athletes

-Eligibility Information

-General Information

-Required Paperwork/Electronic Form Submission

Administrative Introductions

Mr. Mike Starner– Principal

Mr. Buck Weaver – Athletic Director

(614) 797-6031

WeaverB@wcsoh.org

Mrs. Amanda Crist – Athletic Secretary

(614) 797-6004

CristA@wcsoh.org

Your Sports Medicine Team Provided by

Team PhysicianDr. Jacqueline McGowan, MD Physical Medicine and Associates

Athletic TrainersLauren Orth MAed, AT Head Athletic Trainer

Karina Carmichael, AT Assistant Athletic Trainer

Athletic Training Student- InternsTsutomu Kamiya (TK) Senior at Ohio State University

Cade Coulter Senior at Otterbein University

What is an Athletic Trainer?

Athletic Trainers (AT) are licensed health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.

Your Health & Safety

Before the season’s first practice, you must have:

• Valid Sports Physical examination within the past year AND a paper copy turned into the athletic department.

• Emergency Medical Authorization Form

• Extra Curricular Code of Conduct & Sportsmanship Guideline

• Ohio Department of Health Concussion Information Sheet

What to do when an injury occurs

• Report any/all Injuries to the Athletic Training Staff OR Coach in the

absence of the AT

• If a physician referral is needed the parent will be contacted ASAP by the Athletic Training Staff

• It is the athletes responsibility to report daily to the ATR for evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation until they are cleared to RTP

• Parents are encouraged to contact the medical staff with any questions or concerns related to their student-athletes care.

When your athlete needs to see a Physician

• The WSHS Sports Medicine Department DOES NOT replace the PCP

• Choice of Health Care Provider always remains at the discretion of

the parent/guardian.

• Our Team Physician is available to our student-athletes, if needed. Office appointments with our team physician guaranteed within 24-48 hours or during weekly scheduled training room visits, by appointment ONLY.

When Your Athlete is under the care of a Physician

If your athlete is under the direction of a Physician, outside of WSHS Sports Medicine Staff, for any injuries and/or illness that require removal, restriction, limitations from WSHS athletics or clearance to RTP A NOTE MUST BE PROVIDED to the Athletic Training Staff before they may return to participation.

AT work under the direction of a physician. Written communication is important to provide the best health care possible while staying compliant with the treating physicians recommendations with regards to treatment, rehab, return to play and status.

WSHS Team Physician has the final approval on all injuries related to Return to Play.

Concussions

• It is EXTREMELY important for everyone involved in school sports to recognize the potential dangers associated with concussions.

• A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that interferes with normal function of the brain. “Dings” and “bell ringers” are SERIOUS brain injuries.

Concussions

In Ohio, any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion . . .

shall be IMMEDIATELY removed from the contest or practice and shall not return to play that same day.

Thereafter, the student shall not return to practice or competition until cleared by a physician or other health care provider approved by the local school board in accordance with state law.

Concussion Return to Play Protocol

• Athlete must be cleared by healthcare professional

• Symptoms free for 24-48 hours

• 5 Step Functional Progression will be conducted to RTP after a concussion

Step 1- Light Aerobic Exercise

Step 2- Moderate Aerobic Exercise

Step 3- Non-Contact Drills, Cardio, Weights

Step 4- Modified Practice

Step 5- Full Contact Practices

Additional Health & Safety Guidelines

WSHS does not permit the use of any form of alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs.

• use of any of these items will result in students being disqualified from contests and violators likely facing additional school and legal penalties.

The use of performance enhancing supplements. • important to be educated about what substances their child may be

using and about the potential risks involved.

Athletic Training Staff Contact Info

Lauren Orth Head Athletic Trainer

740-815-0238 cell

Lauren.orth@ohiohealth.com

Karina Carmichael Asst. Athletic Trainer

862-571-8793 cell

Karina.Carmichael@ohiohealth.com

Athletic Boosters

President – Krista Chrisman

Vice President – Tracie Bober

Secretary – Michelle Daugherty

Treasurer – Cheryl Lovell

Westerville SouthAthletic Boosters

Social Media Pages

Facebook Page

@WestervilleSouthAthleticBoosters

• TAG US in your sports photos!

• Booster and school events will be posted.

• Share your team’s fundraising events here!

Twitter

@WSAthleticBoost

• MENTION us @WSAthleticBoost

• Share pictures and articles about South

• Share fundraising events

Instagram

TAG and MENTION us in your pictures!

Email and Website

• You can also email the Athletic Boosters to send pictures, add fundraisers, add events or to ask questions.

southathleticboosters@gmail.com

• Check out our website for up-to-date information

http://www.wcsoh.org/olc/teacher.aspx?s=3362

Information & Communication

-westervillesouthathletics.com

-www.ohsaa.org

-www.cdab.org

-Twitter: @SouthWildcats

-Facebook: Westerville South Wildcats

-Instagram: westervillesouthathletics

*For sport specific questions, be sure to contact the head coach of your sport

Message for Parents-Transportation

-Sportsmanship

-Please do not approach a coach before or after a contest (unless the situation involves something of the following nature: health, immoral, or illegal).

-If there is a question about playing time, the player needs to be the first one to initiate the conversation with the coach, after this conversation if the parents need to be involved, that is the point at which a meeting with coach/parents/athlete can take place.

Message for Student-AthletesThese characteristics require zero talent:-Being On Time -Having a Good Work Ethic-Putting forth Great Effort-Having Positive Body Language-Being High Energy-Having a Positive Attitude-Being Passionate-Being Coachable-Doing Extra-Being Prepared

Message for Student-AthletesCharacteristics of being a Great Teammate:-You’re willing to play any role that helps the team-You would rather score less and win than score a lot and lose-When a teammate scores, you celebrate with them-You respect your opponents but do not fear them-You listen; you are coachable; and you are respectful of your coaches, teammates, opponents, and officials-You are quick to pick up a teammate who is having a bad day-You help younger teammates who have less experience-You learn and grow from your own mistakes as well as others-You’re confident but not arrogant

Message for Student-Athletes

Be sure to remember…

There is always a little kid watching you and everything you do. They look up to you and want to be just like you…be the positive role model you should be.

Eligibility Information-Pass the equivalent of 5 credits each quarter**PHYSICAL EDUCATION DOES NOT HOLD ENOUGH WEIGHT TO COUNT FOR CREDIT

(OHSAA and WCS Eligibility Requirement)

-GPA of 1.75(WCS Eligibility Requirement)

*Check your schedule closely*Do not drop a class before consulting with your coach, guidance counselor, or athletic director

Eligibility Information-Transfers without a change of residence are ineligible for 50% of each sport played in the previous year unless they meet an exception – if you are a transfer student who has not met with the Athletic Director you must do so

-Residence – you must be a resident of the Westerville City School district to be eligible

-Once you turn 20 years old, you are ineligible for participation

-You may not participate on a non-school team during the season

-You cannot practice or play unless you are in attendance for at least half a day

General Information-Pay-to-Participate

*new structure as of Winter 15-16

1ST SPORT - $150

2ND SPORT - $75

3RD SPORT - FREE

$300 FAMILY CAP

*come in or call and ask our Athletic Secretary, Mrs. Crist (614) 797-6004

General Information-No hazing/harassment/bullying tolerated

-Proper Use of facilities and equipment

-Loitering

-Follow rules in the WCS Code of Conduct

Required Paperwork-PreSeason Pre-Participation Exam (Physical)

*Make a copy and keep on file at home-Concussion Information Sheet-Emergency Medical Form-Code of Conduct Form-Physical Education Waiver Form/Application

*All interscholastic sports activities have inherent dangers.The mere nature of the sports activities makes it possible for the participant to sustain serious injury.

REQUIREDELECTRONIC REGISTRATION

REQUIRED ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION

Thank you for attending the 2016-2017

Fall Sports Pre-Season OHSAA Meeting.

Good Luck this upcoming season!

Go Cats!