​​​ATHLETICS

St. Anastasia Catholic School provides athletic activities for its students and strives to instill Catholic values throughout the program. The program seeks to develop the total child, intellectually, physically, spiritually, socially, aesthetically, and emotionally.

Athletic Guidelines and Regulations

Participation

1. Philosophy: It is the intent of St. Anastasia Catholic School to provide the opportunity for our third through eighth grade students to participate in CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) athletic teams during the school year. All qualified students may participate on sports teams. The school is committed to providing everyone a fair chance to participate.
2. Eligibility:  All seventh and eighth grade students who have maintained a minimum grade point average of at least 2.5 are eligible to participate in A level sports. All third through sixth grade students who have maintained a minimum grade point average of at least 2.2 are eligible to play on the “B” and “C” teams. A student with an “F” grade in any subject is not eligible to play. All students, to be eligible and remain eligible, must maintain an “S” grade average in behavior.
3. All Teams
1. The “A” level program, governed by CYO policies and procedures, offers teams for both the girls and boys. This is a competitive level that will offer students the opportunity to improve their athletic skills. Although CYO has no set ‘fair play’ ruling, St. Anastasia coaches will give the best effort to play all athletes 20% of the time over the season.

2. The “B” level program, governed by CYO policies and procedures, offers teams for both the girls and boys in the 5th and 6th grades. This is a developmental level that emphasizes the development of fundamental skills that will lead to the Varsity level. The B level follows a ‘no cut’ policy, guaranteeing that every athlete can have a spot on an athletic team and will follow an equal playing time policy over the course of the season. It is recommended that those students interested in playing at the Varsity level in the future, participate at the “B” level.
3. The “C” level program, governed by CYO policies and procedures, offers teams for both boys and girls in the 3rd and 4th grades. This is strictly a learning and developmental level. Athletes learn to make positive contributions to their team, to work together, and to develop confidence and physical ability. The C level also follows a ‘no cut’ policy, guaranteeing that every student can have a spot, as well as an equal play time rule.

Fees for each sport are required to cover the costs of coaches, referees, and league fees.

Practices and Games

1. Practices commence a few weeks before games begin. Most practice days/times will remain consistent; but due to scheduling conflicts, practices may be subject to change. Please check the school sports calendar.
2. Practices provide a basis for developing, improving, and preparing the team for games. Rude or inappropriate behavior toward the coach or other athletes will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action, including suspension from the team.
3. As soon as available, a schedule of games will be provided to the players.
4. Athletes are expected to attend all practices and games, to arrive on time, to stay for the entire scheduled time, and to give 100% effort.  Athletes may be excused from a practice for another St. Anastasia committment if applicable.  These conditions must be discussed with a coach beforehand. 
5. Attendance at all practices and games is mandatory. If a student is at school, he/she must attend practice. If a student is absent from school for all or part of a day, he/she may not participate in that day’s practice or game unless the appropriate school administrator grants permission. Any potential conflict must be discussed with the coach in advance.
6. Some players may attempt to participate in outside activities, including other “club” teams, which could pose a commitment problem for the athlete. While some coaches’ policies may vary slightly, the inability to fulfill commitments to practices and games may jeopardize a player’s status on a team or effect play time. Please talk to your coach at the beginning of the season regarding any potential conflicts.
7. Players are expected to come prepared to practice. Appropriate practice attire must be worn at all times, i.e. proper shoes, shorts, shirts, etc.
8. If there are questions or concerns about a team, these should be addressed with the coach, followed by the Athletic Director, and finally the principal.

Transportation and Travel

Parents must arrange for all travel of their children to and from athletic games and off-campus practices.

Sportsmanship

Players, coaches, and parents must show respect to referees, players, coaches, parents, opponents, and the game at all times. Complaining about coaches and referees sets a bad example, and diminishes respect for the game.

Practices and games should begin with prayer.

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