Junior Varsity Baseball Statement of Commitment and Compliance

Program Goals:

1. To learn the game of baseball and become better players.

2. To develop an understanding of what it means to be a

positive and supportive teammate.

3. To promote personal growth through healthy competition.

4. To have fun.

Team Commitments:

I understand that I must follow the rules set forth in the Westwood

Student Handbook. Any violation of the student handbook and/or these

rules may result in removal from the team. The coach reserves the right

to make this decision.

As a member of this team, I understand that I am also required to

respect each member of this team and every aspect of this program.

There will be no tolerance for disrespect of teammates, opponents,

umpires, spectators, teachers, coaches, or equipment.

I understand that I am a student-athlete and that I am responsible for

maintaining my grades during the baseball season and that all

schoolwork takes priority over my participation in baseball. I

understand that Coach McGunagle will accept a pass to practice from

any teacher who has kept a student after school for extra help.

I understand that being a member of the junior varsity baseball team

requires a substantial amount of time and energy. I am expected to be

on time to practice. There are excused and unexcused absences from

practices and games. A note must accompany any excused absence from

any practice or game, and it must be from a parent or guardian. I

understand that excused and unexcused absences may affect my playing

time, given the sometimes short amount of time between games.

Excessive issues with attendance and/or discipline may result in my

removal from the team. I will let Coach McGunagle know in advance if I

am going to be late or miss a practice or a game.

I am aware that practice times may vary, especially when the weather is

uncooperative. Any changes to the practice schedule will be announced

as far in advance as possible so personal adjustments can be made.

Part of my responsibilities as a member of the junior varsity team is to

ensure that all equipment is in its proper place; this includes before,

during, and after games and practices.

I understand that during games I will be focused on the game and

supportive of my teammates.

I will give 100% effort at all times (practice and games).

I understand that Coach McGunagle will be available to discuss any

baseball or non-baseball related items at appropriate times; this includes

before, during, and after school. Open communication between all

individuals involved with the team is an essential ingredient to the

success of the baseball program.

If I do not have the proper equipment (cleats/sneakers, uniform/practice

gear, hat, glove, etc.), I will not be playing that day (practice or games).

I will be dressed and ready to play BEFORE getting on the bus for every

game.

I will make it my goal to improve individually as a player and to always

support the interest of the team above all else. I will strive to be a

positive role-model for my team, my school, and my community.