Rules and Policies

COACHING PHILOSOPHY

“Our coaching philosophy begins with the foundation of self-discipline, a desire to win, and a strong work ethic. The by-product of these essential qualities is a winning Tradition in Life. We want our athletes to excel but also gain the respect of their teammates, opponents, the officials, the other coaches, the school administrators, the parents, and the fans.

Contact Information:

Russ Sullivan Head Coach:

Russ.Sullivan@ahschools.us

Cell: 763-242-9902

ACADEMICS

Team members must pass all courses as determined by the Coon Rapids Grading Policies. If a track and field athlete is failing during a progress check time, it will result in mandatory tutorial sessions in the after school tutoring (held in the library after school) until the grade is that of a passing level.

Team members are expected to maintain positive conduct in class. Any conduct that is a violation of the State High School League Violations will warrant disciplinary action and possible dismissal from the program for repeat offenses.

Team members must attend all classes. Truancy will result in disciplinary action and possible dismissal from the team. Doctors or medically verified absentees will not count against you.

Team members are expected to not receive after school suspension, in school suspension, and/or out of school suspension. These suspensions will result in disciplinary action and repeat offenses will result in dismissal from the team. Team members are to arrive at school on time and to be in their class on time.

Missing Practice for Academic Work

Meet with teacher before school
Go to QST or meet with your teacher then report to practice by 4:00 with a note or email from your teacher.

ATTENDANCE

Team members are expected to be on time for practice everyday. Missing practice or meets for reasons other than illness and family emergencies are subject to discipline.

1 Unexcused Practice - Suspended for 1 Meet (phone call home from position coach)

2 Unexcused Practices - Suspended for 2 Meets (phone call home)

3 Unexcused Practices - Suspended from team pending meeting with parents (phone call home from position coach)

CLOTHING

Team members are expected to wear Coon Rapids athletic gear to competition.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Team members representing Cardinal Track and Field will reflect good sportsmanship during practice and competitions. Absolutely no profanity, derogatory remarks, or disrespect towards teammates, competitors, coaches, or school or meet officials will be tolerated. This type of behavior will result in disciplinary action and possible dismissal from the program.

ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AND DRUGS

The use of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs is prohibited by State High School League and Coon Rapids Cardinal Policy. Team members found using these substances will not be allowed to participate in any meets for the remainder of the season and possible dismissal. Vaping falls under these policies as well.

BUS TRIPS

Team members must ride to and from the athletic event on the bus. Athletes need to ride the bus to the section meet or they will be scratched from their events.

If, for excused reasons, team members need to ride home with their parents, a note must be given to the coach 24 hours in advance. A coach must see the parent before leaving the track meet. You must sign your child out with a coach. You are only allowed to leave with your parents. Team members are expected to inform parents of bus arrival and departure times. Parents are expected to pick up their son/daughter within 10 minutes after the bus returns.

DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLE UNATTENDED THERE IS A HIGH CHANCE THERE IS A HIGH CHANCE THEY WILL BE STOLEN.

EQUIPMENT

Team members are responsible for all equipment that is issued to him.

If any equipment is lost, stolen, or damaged, the team member who was issued the equipment is responsible for payment.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Social Networking WILL NOT HAPPEN. “Talking trash” to opposing players and TEAMMATES on these websites show unsportsmanship behavior and this will NOT BE TOLERATED. The penalty is IMMEDIATE REMOVAL FROM THEM and a meeting set up with parents. If you are in doubt, DON’T POST!! We can not be successful if we are not getting along within our own team. I am NOT saying you have to like everyone outside of the team, but you MUST respect your teammates and act as if they are your best friends when it is game/practice time.

MEETS

Stay in the track area at all times. If you need to leave the track area check out with one of the coaches. Be prepared for all types of weather (rain, snow, cold, hot etc..). Bring food or snacks for the meet. (some meets we will have bag lunches, fruit etc)

You may only leave the meet with your parents.

If you are not at practice the day before a meet you may not compete in the meet.

AUTOMATIC LETTERING STANDARDS

100 - 11:30 4 x 1 - 44:00

200 - 23:10 4 x 2 - 1:32

400 - 52:50 4 x 4 - 3:32

800 - 2:05.00 4 x 8 - 9:00.00

1600 - 4:50 Shot Put 43’

3200 - 10:50 Discus 125’

110 HH - 16:50 Long Jump 19’

300LH - 42:50 Triple Jump 40’

High Jump 5’8” Pole Vault 11’6

Finish the season in good standing with the school, teammates, coaches, and community. Must follow the State High School League rules.

Coaches recommendation due to injury, transfer, hardship, or great improvement in your event. No unexcused absences.

You must finish the entire season through sections.