St. Bernardine of Siena School

Sabers Athletics Agreement

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St. Bernardine of Siena Athletics strives to develop strong and confident student-athletes. The aim of our program is to build a sense of appropriate sport competition, build teamwork, and enhance leadership and commitment. With these goals in mind, each student and parent is required to join in an agreement before beginning any athletics activity. Failure to adhere to any of the conditions in the agreement will then require the participant to be placed on probation status or dropped from the activity. 

Student Requirements/Agreements:

1. Must maintain a 2.0 or above grade point average, with no F's and no NI's in behavior.
2. Must attend school on practice day or game day to participate in a practice or game.  This includes leaving school early unless the Athletic Director has been previously notified.
3. If illness, injury, or appointment do not allow for attendance, the coach must be notified in advance. 
4. Must adhere to all the school policies as stated in the Parent/Student Handbook.
5. Must be a role model of good sportsmanship, character, and demonstrate fair play.
6. Agree to leave all game areas, rooms, or grounds clean and organized before, during, and after usage. 
7. Agree to keep my uniform in a good condition and return uniform when asked.  If uniform is not returned at the end of the season, student may not participate in the next sport.
8. Must waive liability and follow all safety protocols while participating on a St. B sports team.
9. A student-athlete that demonstrates inappropriate behavior in school will be ineligible to play in the next game.
10. A student-athlete who displays a lack of sportsmanship while on the field will be placed on probation and/or dismissed from the team.  This includes:
1. arguing with the official
2. complaining about the official's decisions
3. inappropriate language
4. fighting or inappropriate physical contact
5. being uncooperative with the coach
11. Playing time on a sports team is not always equal due to practice attendance, skill development, and lack of communication with the coach. But, students should expect to play in every game. 
12. Above all, always demonstrate good sportsmanship. You are representing yourself, your school, your parish, your community, and your family.

Parent Agreement:

You have read, understand, and will abide by the above criteria for your child to participate in the listed activity. In addition, parents are asked to:

1. Create positive atmospheres at all practices and games.
2. Be models of good sportsmanship and character.  While being competitive, do your best to make sure that the game is fun for all participants and spectators.
3. Understand we are all representatives of our school, and we must trust our coach to take care of our student-athletes during practices and games. (Parents must stay on the sidelines unless coaches advise you to come on the field/court during play).
4. Support the goals and policies of the school and the athletics conference in which we participate.
5. Follow through to see that you and your child adhere to all criteria.
6. Read and understand all the requirements and agreements for St. Bernardine Athletics as listed above.

Any students, parents, or coaches who jeopardize the standing of our school will not be allowed to participate in any additional sports this year and will immediately be placed on probation within the school.

We must all be accountable for our own actions.