University High School  - Boys Lacrosse - 2011 Player Handbook

MANDATORY FORMS MEETING: Sunday, Feb. 27 - 3:00 p.m. - UHS Cafeteria
        Hockey players who have games or practice at this time should bring their signed forms to their first practice. They are to go to Mrs. Dreisbach and pick up the Emergency Medical form. Some have already turned in the required forms.
        All players, who need to do so, are to acquire their physical form and get their physicals before the meeting.
        Parents may pay dues at this meeting.
        Players who want to trade or sell their old equipment should bring it to the meeting.
        New players should acquire a stick before the first practice. They can arrange for the purchase of equipment at the meeting or at practice.

Forms needed: must be completed and turned in at the meeting. They are needed before a player will be allowed to practice. If a player has participated in a UHS sport during the current school year, he only will need the Emergency Medical form. Download them below or pick them up from Mr. Bailey.
        Physical - (only first time athletes this school year)
        Insurance verification - (only first time athletes this school year)
        Birth Certificate (First time athletes)
        Emergency Medical Form (Will be given out and signed at the forms meeting)

Practice starts Feb. 28 -  Mylan Pharmaceuticals Stadium - No metal cleats.- Be ready to RUN
        Players are to be dressed, helmets on, buckled and ready to go on the field at 3:00 p.m.
        Mon. through Fri. Beginning Feb. 28 - approx. 3:00 – 5:30 pm  - Players are to change into their practice gear in the UHS locker room and not at the field. Mr. Bailey will assign lockers.
        Always bring appropriate shoes for practicing on the lower field or parking lot..
        Plan on Saturday practices.- Times TBA

Attendance: Athletes must attend ALL practices. Written excuses must be turned in to coach before the absence.
        Players must participate in 7 practices before playing in a scrimmage.
        Players must participate in 14 practices before playing in a game.
        Players who have jobs that conflict with practice will remain on JV.
        Players MUST wear school colors for practice. Red, Vegas (Gold), White, Black, or Grey

Pre-Season conditioning for those not playing winter sports: Optional with Captains.
        Begins NOW! after school. Players can run or work in the weight room Monday through Friday until Feb. 25

Conditioning: You get in shape to play lacrosse. You don't play lacrosse to get in shape.
        All players will be required to be able to run a mile in 7 minutes.
        A mile is 4 laps around the WVU or Westwood tracks.
        A mile is also 5 laps around a football field plus 80 feet. (about 27 yards) This includes the end zones..

Schedule
        The current schedule is available on the UHS page on LaxInWV.com

Fees 2011 Season
        Dues: $100.00 ($50 will be due by the fifth practice, the balance due by the first game)
        Equipment rental: Discontinued
       
        Make checks payable to: “University High” and put "Boys Lacrosse Dues" in the memo.
        and sent to University High, 131 Bakers Ridge Road, Morgantown, WV  26508

        If a player has a financial problem, and would still like to play, he should speak to Coach Dreisbach. Such requests will be kept confidential.

Fundraisers – The team may participate in a fundraiser. Any parent or player who has any ideas should advise the Team Parents.

Equipment: Players must buy their own equipment. There is a small selection of used equipment available to purchase. See below for vendors.

Mouthpieces are required for games and contact in practice. Dr. Hawkins at the Morgantown Dental Group (292-7307) will fit them for you if you want them professionally done, charging for materials only (approx. $20). Otherwise, they are available at Wal-Mart or Kmart and cost about $1.00.

Protective Cups – players are to acquire a protective cup and learn to wear it properly.

Pullovers - All players will receive one practice pullover for them to use for their career at UHS. The pullover is considered part of their equipment. It must be worn at every practice. If a player wants a second pullover, he may buy one. If a player loses his pullover, he can buy another one at the current replacement cost.

Game shorts - Each player will be issued a new pair of game shorts annually. These should be worn for games only to keep them clean. When a player gets another pair in his second year, he can then use the old ones for practice or knock around shorts.

Game jerseys – The team has a set of red jerseys and a set of white jerseys for games. Players must take care of the jerseys assigned to them. Any jersey missing at the end of the season will be charged to the player.

Dress codes:
    Practice -  Players are to wear school colors for practice. Red, Vegas (Gold), White, Black, or Grey only. Prepare to run extra if you don't.
    Game days: All players must wear tan slacks, dark shoes, and a shirt with a collar & tie to school on game days, unless the coach designates other attire. Shirts should be tucked in. Players who are found to wear their clothing inappropriately will not play in that game.
    Awards Banquet:  Same as game day. Players who do not comply will not receive their awards.

Pre-Game Meals: When players come to a game from home, they should eat pancakes or plain spaghetti (not too spicy) 2 to 4 hours before the contest. No meat. It takes too long to digest.  NO ONE is to drink Red Bull or any other highly caffeinated drink before a game. They dehydrate you. Players will receive plain cheese pizza or fruit only when meals are provided by the UHS Boosters after school. Parents & players can check out these websites for more info.
http://web.aces.uiuc.edu/vista/pdf_pubs/PREGAME.PDF
http://www.foodandsport.com/pre-game_meal.htm
http://www.youthsportsparents.com/nutrition/the-pre-game-meal

After game pick-up: If a player will be riding home with a parent after an away game, the parent must sign out with the coach. For convenience, there will be a sign-out sheet with the coach or scorekeeper after each game.

Varsity letter criteria: Athletes shall attend ALL practices and games unless there is an excused absence approved by the coach before the absence. The athlete must finish the season as a team member in good standing.

Getting Recruited: Must register with NCAA Clearinghouse - See your advisor in the UHS Guidance Office
    Good info on 3RL site: http://www.3rl.net/Form_Templates_Sample_Boilerplate-MENU/Being_Recruited.htm

Email Coach Dreisbach: Please have your parents send a message to jeff@laxinwv.com . Put “UHS Lacrosse” in the subject. State their name and whether or not it is their personal or work email. They will be added to the distribution list. Players should do the same.

Equipment Vendors: 
        We buy our team equipment from various vendors.
        Great Atlantic or Lacrosse.com - You can go to the Great Atlantic website and sign up for their catalogs. They have clearance items all the time and they ship quickly.
        Pittsburgh Lacrosse Store - Pittsburgh. A new company in the area with a knowledgeable staff.
        Queen City Lacrosse is in Bridgeville, Pa. They have a good selection of sticks and a knowledgeable staff to help you with your selection.
        Locally, Dunham’s, Dick's and others have a small selection of sticks. and some equipment.
        For other vendors go to LaxInWV.com and click on the “LINKS” page.

Helmets: Old Gold (Cascade CPX, CPro, or CPV), Old Gold chin piece , Old Gold visor. "U" Helmet decals will be provided by the team.
Gloves:  Red only.

Questions: Call or email Coach Dreisbach at jeff@laxinwv.com

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