FAIRFAX BASEBALL
2017
PROGRAM POLICIES
“What Do We Bleed” REBEL BLUE!
“HOF Player”
PRIORITIES
Ø Family - Teammates
Ø Academics
Ø Baseball
TRY-OUTS
· Each player will be given at least three (3) try-out days beginning February 20, 2017. If a player misses a scheduled try-out day they will receive an additional day with a valid excuse. Each player will be evaluated by the following criteria:
Ø Attitude
Ø Work ethic
Ø Sport Specific Skills
Ø Academics
· Usually between 12 and 20 players will make the team on both levels. This will be determined by the number of participants and their abilities. There will be a selection process to determine who participates at each level. No one is guaranteed a roster spot because they have been on an FHS baseball team in past years.
PARTICIPATION
· It should be understood that any member of either team at FHS will attend all practices and games (In Season) unless it is approved by Coach Freeman or Coach Horn. Failure to do so may result in team penalties or possible removal from activity.
· Players in the FHS Baseball Program may be required to participate in an after school study hall program that is run by the FHS baseball program daily. Players are encouraged to seek assistance from teachers when needed and they will be required to bring a note from that teacher when they arrive at practice. No Note = No Practice! Attendance will be kept daily.
Practice Schedule
· In-Season / Monday – Saturday unless game scheduled. Usually we will begin by 3:15 and end by 6:15pm. Saturday practices will usually be early in the AM.
· Indoor practices usually begin @ 6:30pm and end by 9:30pm. This is subject to change daily.
· Players will not be permitted to leave campus when we have a 3:15 practice start.
· Players will be permitted leave campus when we have the indoor or late practice slot.
Spring Break Schedule
· Varsity – Spring Break Trip April 7-April 14, 2017 Florida Trip. Schedule TBA
JV - TBA
Community Service / Service Hours
· All members of the baseball program will be encouraged to participate in a community service event during the season. Details TBA. There are many community based / youth programs in need of volunteers.
Lettering Requirements
· All Varsity team members will receive a Varsity Letter upon completion of season and when all issued equipment has been returned.
· Captains of the varsity team will receive captain’s pins.
· There will be an award given for “MVP” and “Coach’s Award” at the end of season banquet.
· All players MUST attend the end of the season banquet. Shirt and Tie required. This is our formal end of season banquet and attendance is mandatory. Banquet date June 5, 2017. 6:30pm in Cafeteria.
COMMUNICATION
· www.fairfaxhighsports.org - any game cancellations, schedule changes, scores or game highlights will be posted daily.
· Coaches contacts:
1. Main office: 703-219-2200
2. Coach Freeman: 571-332-7696
Baseball Office 703-219-2435
3. Tom Horn 571-221-8216
TEAM RULES FOR BEHAVIOR AND CONDUCT:
Classroom
· Conduct yourself appropriately at all times.
· Demonstrate respect for teachers and authority
· Abide by FHS attendance policies
· No negative classroom behavior
· Complete all schoolwork.
· Do not use baseball as an excuse for not completing schoolwork.
· Participate in class with the same effort as you would on the field.
Academics
· The baseball program supports the academic mission of FHS.
· All players must be enrolled in a minimum of 5 courses at all times.
· Players must pass a minimum of 5 courses at semester break to maintain eligibility.
· Academic progress will be monitored throughout season.
· Players may be required to carry a weekly grade sheet. This will be done on a player to player basis.
Practice Field
§ Arrive at practice 5 minutes before stated time. Ready to Go! HOF!
§ Have all necessary equipment and attire always. Practice and Games!
§ No absences unless you are with a teacher, or have a medical or family emergency.
§ You must have a note excusing a tardy to practice.
§ If you are sick and miss school you must call and leave a message or text Coach Freeman 571.332.7696 by 12:00pm on that day.
§ If you are recovering from an injury you must still attend practice unless approved by Coach Freeman or Coach Horn.
§ Respect one another, coaches, managers, and equipment.
§ NO CELL PHONES. In bag and OFF!
Game Field
· “What Do We Bleed? Rebel Blue!” “Win The Day” “Process=Outcome” “SYNERGY” “Hit and Hustle” “HOF”
· You must “Buy In” to the program philosophy! FHS Baseball Culture!
· Never argue with an umpire!
· Play as hard as you can at all times and play for your TEAMMATES!
· Have high expectations.
· Have all equipment and uniforms (clean).
· Shoes polished or no play!
· NO CELL PHONES. In bag and OFF!
Equipment
§ Players will be issued practice and game uniforms and some team equipment.
§ All equipment that is issued to a player must be returned at the completion of the season. Failure to return team equipment may result in fines or future participation consequences.
§ Spirit Pack items are purchased by the player and are theirs to keep. This year’s cost is $175.00
Bus Rides / Travel
§ All team members must travel to and from away games on the team bus. Permission for alternate return travel will be granted on a case-by-case basis through communication between the family and the coach in advance and not at game site.
§ Cell phones will be permitted on the bus as long as they are not used inappropriately (Coaches discretion)! Coach Freeman or Coach Horn will have one in case of emergency.
§ No trash will be left on school bus.
§ You must arrange to be picked up within 15 minutes of returning to FHS.
DISCIPLINE
Tardy / Absent Discipline Procedures:
· If you miss a practice or game without a written excuse from a teacher, parent or administrator, you are subject to immediate (and) (or) future participation consequences.
· Each player will abide by FHS policies pertaining to absences. You must be present for 75% of the school day with an excused note to participate on that day. Player disciplinary action will be decided by the Administration and the Coaching Staff.
· Each player will abide by FHS policies pertaining to School Tardiness. You must be on time for school or have an excused in order to not face School and Program disciplinary action.
Note: In some situations it is up to the Administration and Coaches to make decisions for attendance discipline.
Hazing
· Any act designed or reasonably expected to disrespect, embarrass, or injure a classmate, teammate, teacher, coach, administrator, or spectator will be handled on an individual basis following all FHS policies. Punishment will result in removal from team.
PLAYER’S EXPECTATIONS
Be a Team Player
· WIN THE DAY! Make each day a MASTERPIECE! Have the right Perspective.
· “Synergy” If you put personal achievement in front of the team achievements we will fail.
Care For Your Teammates and Coaches
· Treat your teammates and Coaches as you want them to treat you.
· Trust and Respect your teammates.
· Understand the “Big Picture.”
Give Maximum Effort
· In the classroom.
· At practice.
· In Games.
Communicate
· With Coaches and Teammates
· “Open Door Policy” for all players.
Do Your Best in The Classroom
· Remember the “Big Picture.”
Always Be 5 MINUTES EARLY
Understand that the Process dictates the Outcome!
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM YOUR COACHES
SYNERGY!
Your 2017 Coaching staff is:
Head Varsity Coach Rick Freeman
Asst Coach Bill Wilkinson
Asst Coach Walter Lancman
Asst Coach Keith Newcombe
Head JV Coach Tom Horn
Asst Coach Lonnie Baker
Asst Coach Jacques Thomas