Preston High School  - Boys Lacrosse - 2012 Player Handbook

Forms needed: must be completed and turned in at practice. They are needed before a player will be allowed to practice. If a player has participated in a PHS sport during the current school year, he only will need the Emergency Medical form. Download them below.
        Physical - (only first time athletes this school year)
        Emergency Medical Form (Download and bring to practice)

Note from the coach: Since I am not a regular teacher at PHS, I have not been at the school all the time. I realize there may be some lag time getting information to everyone who may want to play. There may be some who still want to join the team but don't know how to go about doing so. If you know of such a person, have him read the info below, fill out the proper forms, then come to practice with the forms. They have until Friday, March 3.

Grades: Players must maintain good grades, like any other sport at PHS, 2.0 or better.

Regular Practice starts Feb. 27 - at 3:30 pm - No metal cleats.- Be ready to RUN
        Players are to be dressed, helmets on, buckled and ready to go on the field at 3:45 p.m.
        Mon. through Fri. Beginning Feb. 28 - approx. 3:30 – 5:45 pm  - Players are to change into their practice gear in the PHS locker room and not at the field..
        Always bring appropriate shoes for practicing on the football field (cleats) or parking lot (tennis shoes).
        Plan on Saturday practices.- Times TBA

Attendance: Athletes must attend ALL practices. Written excuses must be turned in to coach before the absence.
        Players must participate in 7 practices before playing in a scrimmage.
        Players must participate in 14 practices before playing in a game.
        Players who have jobs that conflict with practice will remain on JV.
        Players MUST wear school colors for practice. White, Black, or Grey

Pre-Season conditioning for those not playing winter sports: Optional, but HIGHLY recommended..
        Begins NOW! after school. Run with your sticks. Players can run or work in the weight room Monday through Friday until Feb. 25
        Attend the clinics.

Conditioning: You get in shape to play lacrosse. You don't play lacrosse to get in shape.
        All players should be able to run a mile in 7 minutes. If  you cannot do it yet, start working on it to build up your speed.
        A mile is 4 laps around the track.
        A mile is also 5 laps around a football field plus 80 feet. (about 27 yards) This includes the end zones..

Schedule
        The current schedule is available on the PHS page on LaxInWV.com

Fees 2012 Season
        Boys Clothing Fee: $100.00 - Girls Clothing Fee: $50 (If there are enough girls to field a team)
        Payments of $10 or $20 per week are OK
        Equipment rental: TBA
       
        Make checks payable to “Preston High School” and put "Boys Lacrosse" in the memo.
        and given to Coach Dreisbach. It will be deposited in the account at the school..

Equipment: Players must buy their own equipment. There is a small selection of used equipment available to purchase. See below for vendors.

Mouthpieces are required for games and contact in practice. They are available at Wal-Mart or Kmart and cost about $1.00.

Protective Cups – players are to acquire a protective cup and learn to wear it properly.

Pullovers - All players will receive one practice pullover for them to use for their career at PHS. The pullover is considered part of their equipment. It must be worn at every practice. If a player wants a second pullover, he may buy one. If a player loses his pullover, he can buy another one at the current replacement cost.

Game shorts - Each player will be issued a new pair of game shorts annually. These should be worn for games only to keep them clean. When a player gets another pair in his second year, he can then use the old ones for practice or knock around shorts.

Game jerseys – Players must take care of the jerseys assigned to them. Any jersey missing at the end of the season will be charged to the player.

Dress codes:
    Practice -  Players are to wear school colors for practice. White, Black, or Grey only. Prepare to run extra if you don't.
    Game days: All players should be prepared to wear slacks, dark shoes, and a shirt with a collar & tie to school on game days, unless the coach designates other attire. Shirts should be tucked in. Players who are found to wear their clothing inappropriately will not play in that game. On occasion, Coach may require players to wear jerseys, Team t-s, or team polos when they are available.
    Awards Banquet:  Same as game day. Players who do not comply will not receive their awards.

Pre-Game Meals: When players come to a game from home, they should eat pancakes or plain spaghetti (not too spicy) 2 to 4 hours before the contest. No meat. It takes too long to digest.  NO ONE is to drink Red Bull or any other highly caffeinated drink before a game. They dehydrate you. Players will receive plain cheese pizza or fruit only when meals are provided by the PHS Boosters after school. Parents & players can check out these websites for more info.
http://web.aces.uiuc.edu/vista/pdf_pubs/PREGAME.PDF
http://www.foodandsport.com/pre-game_meal.htm
http://www.youthsportsparents.com/nutrition/the-pre-game-meal

Varsity letter criteria: Athletes shall attend ALL practices and games unless there is an excused absence approved by the coach before the absence. The athlete must finish the season as a team member in good standing.

Getting Recruited: Must register with NCAA Clearinghouse - See your advisor in the PHS Guidance Office
    Good info on 3RL site: http://www.3rl.net/Form_Templates_Sample_Boilerplate-MENU/Being_Recruited.htm

Email Coach Dreisbach: Please have your parents send a message to jeff@laxinwv.com . Put “PHS Lacrosse” in the subject. State their name and whether or not it is their personal or work email. They will be added to the distribution list. Players should do the same. Handwriting on the info sheets are always hard to read.

Equipment Vendors: 
        We buy our team equipment from various vendors.
        Great Atlantic or Lacrosse.com - You can go to the Great Atlantic website and sign up for their catalogs. They have clearance items all the time and they ship quickly.
        Pittsburgh Lacrosse Store - Pittsburgh. A new company in the area with a knowledgeable staff.
        Queen City Lacrosse is in Bridgeville, Pa. They have a good selection of sticks and a knowledgeable staff to help you with your selection.
        Locally, Dunham’s, Dick's and others have a small selection of sticks. and some equipment.
        For other vendors go to LaxInWV.com and click on the “LINKS” page.

Helmets: Black (Cascade CPX, CPro, or CPV), Black chin piece, Black visor. Helmet decals will be provided by the team when available.
Gloves:  Black only.
Note: Black is preferred, but if you can get a deal, as in the Sportstop.com starter kit or buying a used helmet , that is OK. Our goal is to put a team on the field this spring. We will worry about looking pretty later.

Questions: Call or email Coach Dreisbach at jeff@laxinwv.com

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