Parent Meeting2013

CONTACT INFORMATIONHead Coach Paul Offill 761-5680 x 3809 paul.offill@midwayisd.org

Assistant Coaches Jesse Lopez – Varsity AssistantRichard Sweaney – JV Blue CoachBrian Kelley – JV Red Coach

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2012 Season RecapVarsity: 29-12 Record, 8-4A District Champion

7 Lettermen Lost16 Returning LettermenDefeated Granbury in Bi-DistrictDefeated Birdville in AreaDefeated Crowley in Regional QuarterfinalsDefeated Denton Ryan in Regional SemifinalsLost to Cleburne in Regional Final

JV: 18-1 Record

Freshman: 17-1 Record

Program Results2010 Varsity 26-12-1

JV 14-89th 17-3

57-23-1 70%

2011 Varsity 33-5JV 21-79th 18-8

72-20 78%

2012 Varsity 29-12JV 18-19th 17-1

64-14 82%

Varsity 88-29-1 75%Total Program 193-57-1 77%

TRY-OUTINFORMATION

TEAM SELECTION PROCESS

Varsity, JV Blue, JV Red

SCHEDULES• Varsity, JV Blue, and JV Red Schedules are

posted on the Baseball Website• Tournament Brackets for all three teams posted

on Baseball Website• Schedule changes will be posted to the

“Welcome” page ASAP

January 25th - First After School Practice/TryoutsJanuary 26th - Saturday Practice/Tryouts January 28th - TryoutsJanuary 29th - Tryouts/Teams AnnouncedFebruary 2nd – Practice/Cookout JV 9-11:45, V 1-3:30February 7th - Early Release Day – after school practiceMarch 11-15 - Spring Break – schedule to followMarch 29th – No School – Practice TBAApril 1st – Bad Weather Day, Practice TBA

IMPORTANT DATES

SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE

March 11-15

Monday: Varsity Practice time TBA JV Red vs Temple, JV Blue @ Temple

Tuesday: Varsity vs Temple JV Red and Blue practice 3:00-5:00

Wednesday: Varsity Practice time TBA JV Red and Blue: Day off

Thursday: Varsity Practice 9:30-12:00 JV Red and Blue practice 10:30-12:30

Friday: Varsity @ Copperas Cove JV Red and Blue vs Copperas Cove

IN SEASON PRACTICE SCHEDULEVARSITYPractice will begin during 7th period and be over by 5:30/6:00

JV Blue and RedPractice will begin after school and end at 6:15/6:30

NOTES:

Please pick players up at the high school after practice

Please stay in stands if you want to watch practice

EQUIPMENT INFORMATIONYOUR SON WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE FOLLOWING:

• Practice/Game Sweats• Game Jersey and Pants• Jacket • Batting Helmet

This equipment is property of MISD and must be returned. Your son will be required to replace any lost or damaged equipment per MISD policy

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION CONTINUEDPlayer Package - Required Team Gear Website

Required: Shorts, Royal T-Shirt, Red T-Shirt, Red Socks, Red Belt, Royal Socks, Royal Belt

Optional: Spikes, turf shoes, sweat top, sweat bottom, royal fleece pullover, royal long sleeve top, red long sleeve top

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION CONTINUED

Cap – $16.00, Payable to the Midway Booster Club

Practice Pants – Grey or White (provided by your son)

Tennis Shoes or Turf Shoes – Players need to keep flat shoes in case we have to go inside for practice

EXPECTATIONS OF PLAYERS1. Pass all classes every six weeks2. Be on time with all equipment3. Be respectful to coaches, administrators,

teachers, opponents, and umpires4. Be a good teammate 5. Focus and Hustle6. Be coach-able7. Take care of your arm8. Follow all MISD policies9. Call us when he will not be here

1. To make decisions that are best for the team/program

2. To be honest with you and your son

3. To discipline your son and hold him to a very high standard

4. To help develop your son physically, mentally, and emotionally

5. To teach your son life lessons through the game of baseball

6. We will “chase rabbits”

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE COACHES

PARENT/COACH RELATIONSHIPS AT MIDWAY

Understanding and respecting the position of both parents and coaches will help enhance the athletic experience for our athletes.

APPROPRIATE CONCERNS TO DISCUSS WITH A COACH

1.The coach’s interaction with your son

2.How the coach can help your son become a better athlete and student

3.Concerns about your son’s interactions with others

AREAS LEFT TO THE DISCRETION OF THE COACH

1.TEAM STRATEGY

2.OTHER ATHLETES OR OTHER SITUATIONS NOT INVOLVING YOUR SON

3.PLAY CALLING

4.PLAYING TIME

FOR A CONFERENCECall Coach Offill to set up an appointment

at 761-5680 x3809

Others who will attend: Player, position/team coach, administrator (if deemed necessary by Coach Offill)

Please do not attempt to confront a coach after a game or practice. Emotions are running too high and will not result in a positive resolution

PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT1. Love and support your child and the team, win or lose

2. Be realistic about your child’s abilities

3. Be positive and encouraging at all times

4. Do not come to the fence, dugout, or on deck circle during a game to talk to your son.

5. Respect the coach’s decisions and encourage others to do the same

6. Realize that we are in this together

ACCOUNTABILITY GUIDEPURPOSE: To provide a high standard of accountability for our baseball players that meets the expectations of Midway High School and Midway ISD

This Guide will:

1. Fit hand in hand with all MISD and MHS policies and procedures

2. Provide discipline procedures for athletes

3. Encourage your son to make good decisions

Extracurricular Discipline

Management Plan

Drug Testing

Absence Policy

MISC. PoliciesPractice Outside Midway - Players are not to be

trying out, or practicing with other teams until the Midway season is over

Hair – Hair will be above the ear and off the collar.

Facial Hair – Players are not allowed to have facial hair. Players will be expected to be clean shaven on game days.

Athletic Trainer/Injuries – MHS has 2 full time trainers on staff. Athletes need to see the trainer if they have any concerns about injuries.

MISC. PoliciesPractice: Players will not be allowed to drive to the

field for practice. Dress in the locker room and run to practice.

Lockers: Every player will have a locker and a lock. It is the player’s responsibility to lock everything in their locker every day.

Caps – Players will never wear their Midway cap backwards – THE “M” GOES IN FRONT!!

Lettering – Players who end the regular season in good standing on the Varsity will earn a letter

MISC. PoliciesUniforms – All three teams will wear black spikes.

All three teams will wear both red and royal undershirts, socks, and belts. Players will turn in pants and jersey after each game to be cleaned

Away Games – Players can ride home with their parents only. Parents must sign them out with the coach – players need to bring a change of clothes so they can turn in their uniforms.

Practice Attire – Wear Midway attire that is issued or bought

Players BewarePlayers need to understand that what they “put out” on the internet is for everyone to see and they can be held accountable for the content they have on their sites.

• Twitter• Facebook• Other Social Media

Parents – It is YOUR JOB to monitor what your son has on his site.

We will investigate if we are given information about content on your son’s site

Varsity TournamentMarch 7, 8, 9 Waxahachie, Burleson Centennial, Tyler Lee, A&M Consolidated

What we need from you:

• Ticket Sellers• Concession stand workers

Thursday’s games are 1:00, 4:00, 7:00 (Midway plays at 7:00)Friday’s games are 10:00, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00 (Midway plays at 4:00 & 7:00)Saturday’s games are 10:00, 1:00, 4:00 (Midway plays at 4:00)

V a l u e S y s t e mPractice – Prepare to WIN every day, fundamentals, mental preparation

Accountability –Your decisions and actions have an impact on your team.

Ntegrity – Do what’s right even when nobody is watching.

Teamwork – Success is never achieved alone. Encourage your teammates.

Honesty – Be honest and truthful in everything that you do.

Effort – What is the best I can give? - I can’t accept not trying

Respect – Respect yourself, the game, and your opponent.

Service – Give your time and energy to help those in need