Dragon
Basketball
Guidelines
The coaching staff is pleased that you have chosen to try out for a spot in Carroll Dragon Basketball Program. If you are successful, you must understand that along with the privilege of playing basketball come some responsibilities. Please read the following pages and have your parents read them. Sign the appropriate space, detach and return to the basketball office. If you have questions, feel free to ask.
1. Number of Players: The following approximate numbers will make each team:
Varsity . The Top 12-15 players from any grade.
JV. The next 18-24 players from 11th grade and younger. Divided into two teams
Freshman . Up to 24-30 players divided into two teams.
2. Equipment : shorts and reversible jerseys are provided in season. Players will
be provided lockers. Players must suit up every day in proper uniform.
3. Physicals: The UIL and CISD requires that all players have physicals prior to
participation in athletics. Every athlete has to complete the medical history form
each year. All students new toCISD need a physical.
4. After School Practice: Formal workouts will begin on October 24th. Practice
will be approximately two hours in length and will be held every day except
Sunday. Attendance for these practices is mandatory. Times will be posted in
advance.
5. Holidays: Because the basketball season falls during two major holiday
periods, players must understand that their attendance during these periods is
necessary. The following dates will help you plan your holidays with your family.
Thanksgiving Week: (School is Out!)
Varsity- Will play in Thanksgiving Tournament (plan on practice early Thanksgiving Day)
JV- Will be off on Wed-Saturday
Freshman- Will be off Wed-Saturday
Winter Break :
Varsity- Will have break Dec. 22-26, play in Tounament Dec. 27-29, practice Dec. 30-Jan. 1
JV- Green will have break Dec. 22-28, practice Dec. 29-Jan. 1
JV- Black will have break Dec. 19-26, play in Tournamnet Dec. 27-29
Freshman- Green will have break Dec. 22-26, play in Tounament Dec. 27-29, practice Dec. 30-31
Freshman- Black will have break Dec. 19-26, play in Tournamnet Dec. 27-29, practice Dec. 30-31
6. Absences from Practice and Games : All players are expected to be present
for every practice and game, unless they are too ill to attend, have family
emergency, or are representing CISD in another activity. All absences are subject
to make up conditioning at the coaches. discretion. Makeup will be done on the
first available day. Unexcused absences can also result in suspension and
expulsion.
7. Grooming: Since basketball players will represent Carroll HS/SHS, they are
expected to beconservative and neat in their appearance. They must follow
school district and athletic department guidelines.
8. Grades : Academic progress and class conduct will be checked periodically.
Poor grades will result in extra work every day until the grades improve. Failure
in a class will result in the player being ineligible. Continual ineligible players may
be dropped from the program. Coaches will communicate with players, parents
and teachers to help student remain eligible.
9. Class Behavior: Inappropriate classroom behavior will not be tolerated.
Players may be warned, punished, or dismissed from the team for continued
problems in this area.
10. Game and Practice Equipment : Each player will be issued full game and
practice uniform. If lost or stolen, the player will be required to pay for the
replacement. Please use your combination locker.
11. Cleaning Your Uniform: Game uniforms and warm-ups should be washed
in cold water. Do not use bleach and do not wash with any colored clothes that
can fade on your uniform. Do not use high heat to dry.
12. Wearing Equipment : Players will wear their game and practice equipment
during games and practices only.
13. Game Behavior: Players are expected to control their emotions at all times
during games. Players are not allowed to speak to referees unless they are
designated as captain. Complaining about calls, inappropriate talk to opposing
players or people in the stands is not permitted.
Technicals will not be tolerated.
14. Riding the Bus: All players are required to ride the bus with the team,
unless Travel Release Form has been approved in Advance.
15. Injuries: Players and parents are asked to communicate with our
professional athletic trainers when dealing with injuries. Please consult with the
trainer before a player is taken to a doctor.
16. Lettering Policy: You must participate in ½ of the Varsity Season to be
considered for a Letter.
17. Booster Club: All parents and players are encouraged to join the Booster
Club. Dues are minimal and the club does a tremendous service to our program.
Contact Info Listed below
Dragon Basketball Contact Information
www.carrollbasketball.com
ı Phone Number: Coaches Office....... 817-949-5885
If at any time problems develop, feel free to contact the coaches or trainer with questions or information that would be helpful to us. We are interested in each player’s development as a person, a student, and a basketball player. Being a part of the basketball program at Carroll is a commitment not only for the student-athlete, but for his family. Sacrifices must be made, but the rewards far outweigh the obligations. Good Luck.
Yours in Basketball,
Jon Youngblood Jon Cravens Chris Anderson
Head Basketball Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach
Please sign and return signature
page below
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Please Detach and return Signed!
I have read the guidelines of the Carroll Basketball Program and I will
support them. I have also read the UIL Parent Handbook and CISD Athletic Parent Handbook.
ı Parent Signature______________________________________________
ı Player Signature_____________________________________________
Date________________________________