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Practice Sites/Times: TBA
*PLAYER HANDBOOK:
The information contained in this handbook outlines the expectations and responsibilities of the players, parents, coaches and staff of Life Of Hoops.
Coaching Staff Responsibility
The coaching staff of the Life Of Hoops is committed to carry out the following responsibilities:
Strive to assist team members in the improvement of their individual strengths.
Coach and stress the basic fundamentals of basketball.
Create an environment in which the primary emphasis is placed upon the wellbeing of the athletes.
Conduct structured practices and attend all tournaments.
Lead by example and demonstrate the value of fair play and sportsmanship.
Be a leader and supporter of the Life Of Hoops Mission statement.
Issue Resolution
Coaches for the Life Of Hoops are exclusively volunteers that are doing the best job they can in providing an educational, healthy, safe and fun time for our players. Even with those intentions in mind it is inevitable that there will be conflicts between coaches, parents and players. We urge everyone to address these issues in a positive manner, keeping in mind that we do what we do for the boys and girls. It isn’t about the parent, it isn’t about the coach, and it is about the players. When an issue or problem arises please follow the following guidelines:
Do not interfere with the coaches on game days. If you have an issue at a tournament that does not immediately affect someone’s safety please schedule a time to speak to the coach in person, by phone or by email no sooner than 24 hours after the conclusion of the tournament.
If your issue cannot be resolved by the coach please contact any member of the Board of Directors. The member of the Board of Directors will be certain to make sure that your issue is handled by someone appropriately.
Club Refund Policy
The fees paid for participation in the Life Of Hoops AAU Basketball organization are non-refundable once a player has been selected for a team.
Playing Time
AAU Basketball is a highly competitive athletic endeavor. Amount of playing time is up to the discretion of the individual head coaches. We understand that AAU is not without cost and, as an organization, we feel that anyone who was good enough to make one of our teams is deserving of playing time in each and every contest so long as they have met practice requirements. However, you should not expect playing time to be evenly distributed, especially as the teams mature. Expectation is that the least skilled players on any team could play as little as 25% of the available minutes over the course of the season. If either parents or players have an issue with this possibility then AAU may not be for you.
Player Responsibility
The following represent the expectations of the board and coaching staff regarding player responsibilities. Remember, you not only represent yourself, but the entire Life Of Hoops organization. This is a tremendous responsibility. The coaching staff and board volunteer their time and we trust you will exhibit a sense of pride and respect both on and off the court.
Players are expected to demonstrate respect to the coaching staff, officials, opponents, spectators, the board and especially their own teammates. The coaching staff places respect, attitude and character as top priorities of sportsmanship in our athletes.
Player Agreement
Players are expected to be courteous in word. Vulgar language is not acceptable.
Players are expected to be courteous in action. Fighting of any kind will not be tolerated.
Any illegal activity will result in immediate suspension pending investigation by the board.
Life Of Hoops will be the first priority in athletics during the AAU basketball season.
To play on this team is a privilege, not a right. Playing time must be earned through hard work and a commitment to improve your basketball skills.
Three unexcused absences may result in action determined by the board.
Players are expected to call the coach prior to the start of a scheduled practice / game in the event they will be late or will not be able to attend.
Practice and game attire should be appropriate including: sneakers tied, shorts worn at waist and no jewelry.
Players must arrive ready to start practice on time.
Uniforms must be maintained as originally issued and may not be altered in any way.
Players must bring complete uniform to all tournaments.
Players must bring issued practice jersey to all practices.
The use of tobacco, alcoholic products or illegal drugs or narcotics is prohibited at all times.
Violation of any of the above responsibilities could result in suspension or dismissal from the team at the sole discretion of the board.
Parent/Guardian Responsibility
