Welcome

2014

3-8 Basketball Coach Meeting

Pat Estes – Competitive League Director

TBA – City League Director

Ken Mathia – Valley League Director

Coaching Clinic

• Wednesday, Oct. 15th 5:30pm

• The Warehouse

• Hosted NBC Camps– Featuring Fred Crowell and John Fazio

Bring a Ball and come prepared to participate!

Concussion Management Training

Guidelines and Procedures for Dealing with Potential

Concussion.

Concussion Risk• Risk comes with being an athlete; it’s part of what

makes sports challenging. • With proper techniques and coaches monitoring

their athletes, many risks can be reduced.• Continuing to play with a concussion can cause

permanent brain damage--or even death. • The majority of teenage athletes who suffer

devastating brain damage have had previous concussions.

• Almost 40% of those athletes with deadly consequences were still playing with symptoms of a previous concussion. You have to stop sports participation until the signs and symptoms of concussion disappear.

Concussion Risk

• Teens may hesitate to report symptoms, believing their injuries are no big deal, or trying to tough it out and return to the game.

• There may even be pressure from parents or other adults to keep playing.

What is a Concussion• A concussion by definition, means “to

shake violently.”

• A blow to the head or to another part of the body, with force transmitted to your head, that causes the brain to shake inside the skull and result in “EVEN A BRIEF AND MILD” alteration in brain function is considered a concussion.

How Do I Recognize a Concussion

• Signs and symptoms of concussion vary depending on what part of the brain is involved.

• Only about 10 percent of athletes sustaining a concussion will lose consciousness.

• Signs of concussion are what you observe in an athlete; symptoms are what players tell you they are feeling.

How Do I Recognize a Concussion

Signs of concussion may include:• Appears dazed or confused• Acts confused about assignments• Forgets plays• In unsure of game, score, or opponent• Moves clumsily• Answers questions slowly• Shows behavior or personality changes• Can’t recall events prior to hit• Can’t recall events after hit

How Do I Recognize a Concussion

Symptoms of concussion may include:• Headache• Nausea• Balance problems or dizziness• Double or fuzzy vision• Feeling sluggish• Feeling foggy or groggy• Concentration or memory problems• Confusion

What Do I Do if I Suspect a Concussion?

• Any athlete suspected of a concussion should be removed from the game or practice immediately.

• Continue to monitor the player after your initial evaluation.

• Make sure the athlete is supervised for at least one or two hours after you suspect a concussion.

• Do not allow the athlete to return to play until you have received written clearance from a licensed health care provider trained in the evaluation and management of brain injuries.

Health Care Providers

What health care providers are licensed and trained in the evaluation and management

of brain injuries:• Medical Doctors (MD)• Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)• Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

(ARNP)• Physicians Assistant (PA)• Licensed Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC)

“WHEN IN DOUBT – SIT THEM OUT”

Concussion Quiz

1. True or False – All concussions can be prevented with proper technique and good equipment.

Concussions can be caused by:A. A blow to the head.

B. A blow to another part of the body with force transmitted to the head.

C. A sudden acceleration or deceleration of the brain causing it to impact the skull.

D. All of the above.

True or False – An athlete must lose consciousness to sustain a concussion.

Signs of concussion may include:A. Athlete is dazed or confused

B. Athlete moves clumsily

C. Athlete can’t recall recent events

D. All of the above

True or False – An athlete with signs or symptoms of a concussion can be returned to play with the approval of the parents.

An athlete with signs or symptoms of a concussion:

A. Must be removed from the practice or contest immediately.

B. Should be supervised for at least one to two hours.

C. May not return to play until written clearance is received from a licensed health care provider with training in concussion management and evaluation.

D. All of the above

Coach Application

• Please complete paperwork and pass to the middle and front

• Coach App

• Disclosure Statement

• WSP – Section A

• Statement of Responsibilities

• Keep the Concussion Sign Off Sheet and turn into your Director by October 28th.

YMCA Mission

• The Mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and Body

How does this Mission Relate to You as a Coach?

• Teach Christian principals– Caring– Honesty– Respect– Responsibility

How does this Mission Relate to You as a Coach?

• Into practice– Demonstrate these values in how you coach

and relate to the children

• Through the program of Basketball

How does this Mission Relate to You as a Coach?

• That build healthy spirit– These kids want to be here– You have their attention– Use your enthusiasm

• Healthy Mind– Ask a lot of questions– Let them ask a lot of questions

How does this Mission Relate to You as a Coach?

• And Body– Exercise– Physical fitness can be fun!

• For All– Parents– Coaches– Referees– Spectators

What is a Coach?

• A person who instructs and trains athletes

• Qualifications:– Some knowledge about basketball required.– A personal commitment to being a positive

role model, teaching teamwork, good sportsmanship and fair play.

TV Coaches are Hired to Win Games

• YMCA coaches are Recruited to:– Work on personal values in each player– Show good examples to respect coaches,

players, officials and spectators– Relate to parents– Teach Skill– Have Fun!

• If you do the above, the winning will come naturally!

The Most Important Factor:

• You, The Coach!

• It’s OK not to agree with an official; but what type of message are you sending to your players and parents?

• Why are you here?

Program Information

• PFY/Scholarship information

• Rosters – 8-10 on a team

• Uniforms – At coaching clinic next week

• Schedules – posted on website by 10/24

• Picture Day: Nov 8, 10, 12 and 14

• Insurance Certificates already at districts

Program Information

• Practices start week of October 13th

– Complete paperwork before practicing

• Parent Meeting at first practice– Outline facility expectations

• You are responsible for the welfare of the schools.– Get to know your custodian– Remember, this is the PE teachers classroom

Program Information

• Rules• Character Development

– This is one of the most important aspects • It will out live any other skill

• Game Day– Respect prior game and celebrate your game

afterwards in foyer

• End of year packets– Certificates, Ribbons, Pictures, Evaluations

Progam Information

• Coaches Material on Website– www.ymcaspokane.org

• Coach guide, Rules, Parent/player code of ethics• Accident/emergency procedures, Accident forms• Discipline Policy, Snack Schedule, Score sheet

What you should have

• Roster

• Concussion form

• Gym Time

• Picture Envelopes

• PFY Flier/pledge cards

• Accident/Incident Forms

What do you do next

• Contact your players– Introduce yourself and announce practice

time

• Go to your practice school/Dist Office and sign your Use Agreement

• Plan practices and have fun!

• Plan Character Development

The aspect of coaching that will outlive any other is the impact you can have developing the values of your young players.

Questions?

Thank You!

• Get your rosters from your league director

• Sign up for your gym time