Rock Falls Revolution - HANDBOOK

Rock Falls Revolution - HANDBOOK

I.CLUB PHILOSOPHY

Rock Falls Revolution was set in place because of the pride we have in educating and training players to improve in their skills and abilities. We challenge the players to be competitive, but have fun and enjoy what they are doing as well. We promote sportsmanship, leadership, self-discipline, and character development by stressing the technical, tactical, physical and mental components of volleyball.

II.PROGRAMMING LEVELS OFFERED

A.REGIONAL TEAMS

Regional teams will only compete in Iowa Region Events. These teams will compete in the Gold level tournaments. These teams will compete in the Iowa Regional Gold event. Our Regional teams will compete in 6-7 events per season.

B.LOCAL/CITY TEAMS

The Local/City teams will compete in tournament within an approximate90-mile radius of Rock Falls, Illinois. These teams will compete in Silver and Gold level tournaments. Local/City teams will compete in6-7 events per season.

III. TEAM SELECTION

A.OUR GOAL FOR TEAMS

The goal is to have teams formed in the following age groups: 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U,and 18U. If there are not enough athletes, coaches or facilities to form one team with a particular age group, then a team will not be formed. A multiple teams at an age level may be formed if there are enough athletes, coaches, and facilities.

B.TEAM SIZE

Teams will consist of 8-9 athletes. Under special circumstance as determined by the coaching staff and administration, a team may carry more than 8-9athletes.

C.TRYOUTS

Tryouts will be held to determine 11-18U team rosters. Athletes will be evaluated on their abilities, attitudes and effort by the club administration and coaching staff. Athletes will be notified following tryouts whether they made a team.

D.INNOVATION

Rock Falls Revolution Staff has the right to form an invite only team when appropriate.

E.ATHLETES WILL BE EVALUATED

Athletes will be evaluated on general athletic ability, existing and potential skill level, knowledge, position, effort, competitiveness, attitude, sportsmanship and interaction with coaches and other athletes.

IV. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

A.CLUB FEES

1.All players are responsible for registering with USA Volleyball Iowa Region and paying their own registration fee of $50.

2.Estimated Total Cost per player

a)13U-18U - $525

b)11U-12U - $450

3.A finalized cost will be posted as soon as teams are formed.

B.FEES BREAKDOWN

Here are the items that your Club Fees will cover. The exact amount is not listed as each level and team within the level may play different events with different expenses.

1.Tournament Entry Fees

2.Uniform Jerseys

3.Uniform Shorts

4.Team Jacket/warm-ups

5.Insurance

6.Volleyballs & Other Equipment

7.Coach’s Stipends

8.Memberships & Background check fees for team staff

9.Club Director Stipend

C.FEE AGREEMENT

1.All travel, hotel and food expenses will be the player’s responsibility.

2.First half of club fees are dueat time you sign a commitment letter (Nov. 12th), which will follow tryouts, second half of club fees are due by January 12th, 2018. If this does not work for you, please contact Cahley Rosengren as soon as possible for other arrangements.

3.Payment must be made in full byJanuary 12th, 2018. These fees will be non-refundable.

D.METHOD OF PAYMENT

1.Debit and Credit cards now accepted.

2.Cash or check made out to: Cahley Rosengren.

3.Please mail to 1602 Hickory Hills Rd. Rock Falls or bring to a practice before the fee deadlines.

E.FUNDRAISING

1.Rock Falls Revolution administration and staff does not organize fundraising. Please see Cahley Rosengren to gain permission to run your own fundraiser for your team.

V.CLUB STRUCTURE

A.ATHLETES

All athletes are a part of Rock Falls Revolution Club. This means that athletes may practice with other Revolution teams or be asked to play with another level for a tournament. Once a Rock Falls Revolution commitment letter is signed by an athlete, she is only allowed to play under Rock Falls Revolution teams. According to Iowa Region rules, she is not allowed to play with another club, even if the club is registered outside of Iowa Region, such as a Great Lakes team. Our club as a whole could be punished if an athlete breaks this rule.

B.TEAM COACHING STAFF

The club director will hire and assign the coaching staff. They will meet all USAV and Iowa Region Coaching requirements, including: membership, cleared USAV background screening, signed Jr. Personnel Code of Ethics, completed coaches IMPACT training course. The coaching staff will also have completed mandatory USOC SafeSport training.

VI. CONTACT INFORMATION

A.CLUB DIRECTOR &Administrator

1.Club Director: Cahley Rosengren

a)Email –

b)Phone – 815-499-7876

2.Administrator: Tyson Rosengren

a)Phone – 815-499-9220

3.Other Coaches and Staff Info will be provided on our club website:

B.TEAM INFORMATION

1.TEAM #1 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 18U

a)Coach – Karly Koch

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

2.TEAM #2 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 17U

a)Coach – Cahley Rosengren

b)Assistant – Tyson Rosengren

3.TEAM #3 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution – 16U

a)Coach – Kathy Clark

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

4.TEAM #4 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 15U

a)Coach – TBD

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

5.TEAM #5 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 14U

a)Coach – Sheila Mammosser

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

c)Parent Helper (Score Keeper) – TBD

6.TEAM #6 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 13U BLACK

a)Coach – Jolene Bickett

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

c)Parent Helper (Score Keeper) – TBD

7.TEAM #7 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 13U GREEN

a)Coach – Cinnamon Wolf

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

c)Parent Helper (Score Keeper) – TBD

8.TEAM #9 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 13U WHITE

a)Coach – Alexis Herrera

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

c)Parent Helper (Score Keeper) – TBD

9.TEAM #9 NAME: Rock Falls Revolution - 11U

a)Coach – Katie Leal

b)Assistant – Cahley Rosengren

c)Parent Helper (Score Keeper) – TBD

VII.PRACTICE FACILITY INFORMATION

A.SITE: Rock Falls Middle School

1.Address: 1701 12th Ave. Rock Falls

2.Enter Through: Gym Doors in the back

B.SITE: Rock Falls High School

1.Address: 101 12th Ave. Rock Falls

2.Enter Through: Main Doors

C.SITE: East Coloma

1.Address: 1602 Dixon Ave. Rock Falls

2.Enter Through: Gym Doors

D.SITE: Montmorency

1.Address: 9415 Hoover Rd. Rock Falls

2.Enter Through: Main Doors

VIII.WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION

A.CLUB WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA SITE

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2.Facebook: Rock Falls Revolution Page

3.Facebook: Rock Falls Revolution Private Group

B.PRACTICE SCHEDULE

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2.Handed out at practice once finalized

C.TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

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2.Handed out at practice once finalized

D.CANCELLATIONS POSTED

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2.Facebook: Rock Falls Revolution Page and Group

3.Text/Calls from: Revolution coaching staff

4.Emails from:

IX.CONFLICT RESOLUTION GUIDE

A.PARENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO CONFRONT COACHES ON TOURNAMENT DAYS

Parents are not permitted to confront the coaches on tournament days to discuss playing time, or to complain about tactics, strategy, individual, or team performance.

1.Parents are encouraged to take notes about their concerns, and follow our conflict resolution procedures as outlined below.

2.If a parent approaches a coach during a tournament, we have instructed the coach not to discuss any controversial matter and to walk away.

3.The appropriate time for a parent to talk to a coach about a problem is at a previously arranged meeting either before or immediately after a scheduled practice.

4.Coaches have been informed to keep Club Director, Cahley Rosengren, up to date with all concerns.

B.IF A PLAYER HAS A CONCERN

If a player has a concern with a coach, parents have the responsibility for teaching their child steps to remedy the concern.

1.The club recommends the following steps if any player has a concern with a coach.

2.Player should discuss the concern with their respective coach and try to arrive at a solution. None of the coaches should be considered unapproachable. They are all very willing to listen to a player's concern and try to arrive at a mutual solution.

3.Until the coach is made aware of the concern nothing at all can be done to alleviate it.

4.It is understood at the younger ages sometimes the parent will be the first contact with the coach.

C.IF THE CONCERN IS NOT RESOLVED

If the concern is not resolved, the player and parents are highly encouraged to make an appointment to speak with the club director, Cahley Rosengren. The club director has final say on all matters.

X.PLAYING TIME EXPECTATIONS

A.THE CLUB PHILOSOPHY

The club philosophy is that a player’s instruction during practices is what is paid for, with playing time being determined by the player’s attendance, performance, attitude, and effort during practice times. Moreover, it is left solely to the discretion of the coach.

B.PLAYING TIME WILL VARY

Playing time will vary according to team, position, and attitude. Coaches are advised to give everyone opportunities to contribute their individual skills and abilities to the team during pool play matches.

XI.CLUB RULES

A.ATTENDANCE

1.Practices - All athletes are expected at attend every practice.

2.Tournaments- All athletes are expected to attend every tournament.

3.Excused Absences: Illnesses serious enough to keep the athlete home from school, genuine family emergencies, or active in a school-sponsored activity are exceptions for missing practice. Regardless of the reason, if an athlete misses practice, playing time may be affected. It is imperative that you notify your coach 24 hours in advance of an absence or as soon as you know of a conflict.

4.Unexcused Absences: If a coach is not notified 24 hours in advance of an absence by the athlete or parent then it will be considered unexcused. In this case, the first unexcused absence will result in the athlete missing one game. After a second, the athlete will miss out on a whole tournament, but will be expected to attend. Third, the athlete will be asked to leave team.

5.If an athlete cannot be at practice, the athlete/parent is expected to notify the coach 24 hours in advance or as soon as possible.

6.Each practice session is very important to the development of our athletes. Players need to make every effort to be at every practice. Also, coaches prepare practice plans according to whom and how many are attending. They need to know in advance if someone will have to miss a practice. It is important to note, if players do not attend practices on a regular basis, playing time will be impacted.

7.All disciplinary actions are left solely to the administrative staff.

B.PRACTICES

1.Teams will approximately have practice two nights a week for 1-2 hours on non-tournament weeks. Teams will generally have practice one night a week for 1-2 hours on tournament weeks. Teams may have additional practices and/or longer duration if coach deems it necessary.

2.Players are required to be ready to begin practice at the designated start time. Players are expected to assist in practice set up such as setting up and taking down the net, and putting away volleyballs and other equipment that may be used that day.

3.Part of being a student athlete is planning. Players need to schedule their time sothey can complete homework and participate in practices.

4.Athletes are not to leave the practice site before the end of practice without a parent or guardian notifying the coach prior to the start of practice.

5.We are guests in the schools and facilities we practice in. Athletes will be expected to treat the entire property with the utmost respect. Failure to represent the higher standards we hold ourselves too may result in disciplinary actions.

XII.CLUB TOURNAMENT RULES

A.THE TYPICAL TOURNAMENT DAY

The typical one-day tournament schedule starts at 8:00 AM with "pool play" consisting of three or four "round–robin" matches. Some tournaments follow "pool play" with single elimination "bracket" play for top pool finishers.

B.BRACKET PLAY

Bracket play for one-day tournament starts sometime in the afternoon, ending with tournament finals sometime that evening. Teams making it to the finals will add another two or three matches to their day.

C.LENGTH OF EVENT

Because the length of volleyball matches can be unpredictable and tournament formats and management varies, as discussed above, it is difficult to pinpoint the time a tournament may end. Also, exact tournament schedules or final confirmations are often not available until just before the tournaments begin (often the night before play starts). This is partly due to late entries, withdrawals or team changes, all of which impact the actual tournament playing schedule and match-ups. The Club has no control over the administration of these tournaments, but we do make suggestions, as do other clubs, to those who run the tournament for incorporation in their next one.

D.TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

All players will be required to find their own transportation to tournaments. A coach is not permitted to furnish transportation unless previously contacting the club director.After approval from the club director, another adult must be in the vehicle with the coach and the player or junior-aged assistant coach must ride in the backseat.

E.YOU CANNOT ATTEND A TOURNAMENT

If an athlete cannot be at a tournament, the athlete/parent is expected to call the coach as soon as they know of the absence.

F.LEAVING AN EVENT

Athletes are not to leave the tournament site before notifying the coach. Parent consent to leave early must also be received by the coach.

G.TEAM AREA

Upon arrival, the team will identify a team area where the athletes can leave their bags and hang out between playing and officiating.

1.The area may be a room or simply a spot in a hallway. Either way, the team area represents our club and should be kept neat and organized at all times.

2.Most athletes will bring some type of blanket and/or pillow, homework, a book, or other items to help pass the time between events.

3.Remember, the team area is not secure and valuables will be left at your own risk.

4.Also, Rock Falls Revolution and its staff will hold itself and its athletes to a higher standard,so be sure treat the facilities with respect and properly dispose of any trash and leave the area cleaner than we found it when the tournament is over.

H.OFFICIATING EVENTS

All Junior tournaments are at least partially self-officiated. Officiating at tournaments is the shared responsibility of the entire team, including coaches.

1.All players are required to help with the line judging, libero, score flipping, and down officiating. Teams assigned to the officiating and scorekeeping must fulfill this responsibility, especially during the playoffs.

2.Players may not use electronic devices at the score table at any time.

3.This is non-negotiable. The following “Team Player" concept should be understood, “Win as a team, lose as a team, and officiate as a team.”

4.An exception is that a coach may excuse a player early due to injury, or other significant emergency.

XIII.CODE OF CONDUCT

A.TOURNAMENT & PRACTICE CODE OF CONDUCT

1.Keep our gyms clean.

a)Team should keep bench areas and scoring tables free of trash and extra water bottles as these create dangerous situation for players chasing balls.

b)Eat in designated areas only. Pick up your trash. Tournament Directors do not want to clean up your leftover food etc. The club expects you to follow all posted tournament food guidelines

c)If coolers and food arenot allowed please leave them in the car and visit the car on off matches to eat or support the concession stand.

d)Note: Many schools are not allowing peanut/nut products in their facilities. If this is posted, please respect this regulation.

e)If coolers and food tables are allowed, please try to bring healthy foods for the club players.

f)Tournament Directors may impose fines or expel players or spectators for food offenses. Any fees and expulsions for violations will be honored without complaint.

2.Tournament Site Regulations: Schools are trying to set a good example for our youth so it is illegal to smoke, use illegal drugs or drink alcohol on school property.

a)A Tournament Director may expel or deny a team entry into future tournaments if it violates any of the regulations listed below. This includes all school property, including parking lots.

3.Profanity & Intimidation Profanity & Intimidation

Any person affiliated with a club who directs a profane remark or gesture toward any official, player or spectator obvious enough to be heard or seen by any Official team or tournament staffmay be automatically suspended by the officiating team or event staff.

a)If a person is a club representative they will be banned from the next event as a minimum.

b)If other spectators or teams are displaying this behavior it should be reported to the tournament event staff. If the violation is on a team that is playing, please report it to the officiating crew.

c)A second similar offense occurring that same day will be cause for that individual to be suspended for the rest of the tournament.