Boy’s Basketball Schedule by Grade
Girl’s Volleyball Schedule by Grade
C.Y.O. Sports Program:
The CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) Program is a parish program, but is open to all students of St. John the Baptist School. Currently, boys basketball is offered in the Fall to students in grades 2-8 and girls’ volleyball is offered for students in grades 2-8 in the Fall as well. Track and Field is open to the students in grades K-8 in the spring.
AthleticProgram
Organization
The Athletic programs at St. John School are administered by the St. John Athletic Club. This group consists of the Athletic Director, Volunteer parents, some of which are or have been coaches, and the following elected positions:
- Athletic Director – Les Perez
- President – Chris Pugliesi
- Vice President – Ray Molinar
- Secretary – OPEN
- Treasurer – Nancy Clabby
- Sports Coordinator (2) – OPEN
- Admissions Coordinator – Miesha Jones
The St. John Athletic Club strives to mee the philosophy and goals as set forth under the Athletic Program. We abide by the Oakland Diocese Catholic Youth Organization’s rules and guidelines for all sports. Parents and coaches are welcome to attend monthly meetings.
The Athletic Director is accountable to the School Principal. Reporting to the Athletic Director are volunteer parents working in various capacities in support of the many sports events within the St. John Athletic Program.
Eligibility
The Athletic Program at St. John School is open to all eligible students of St. John School and returning CCD students who meet the CYO grade, age and gender criteria for each sport event described below. Other students residing within the parish boundaries can be included in the sports program if there are not sufficient students from the school and CCD to form a team. Must be approved by AthleticDirector. All players must have all registration packets completed and all fees paid prior to participation in any sport.
Disqualification
Students will be disqualified for the following reasons:
Report Card Grade:
- lf Conduct, Study Habits or Homework grades in the report card are below ”C” student may not participate practices or games until there is marked improvement in these areas. The principal in consultation with the teacher, will determine reinstatement in the sports program.
Suspension:
- lf a student is suspended from school, that student is ineligible to go to practices or participate in games until he/she returns to school.
Probation:
lf a student is on probation he/she may not participate in games or practices. When there is a marked improvement in behavior and application the principal will authorize the student’s return to sports.
Absence:
lf a student is absent from school, that student does not go to practice or participate in games until he/she returns to school.
Philosophy
The Athletic Program at St. John School is one dimension of its total ministry to youth. St. John Athletic Program justifies its existence only if it makes better Christians of its participants. The emphasis is not on the number of games won or lost, but on the participants’ attitude in victory or defeat. Learning how to lose is just as important as learning how to win. Learning how to win graciously is more important than winning itself. The Athletic Program serves the needs of all youth. The program will enable the gifted to excel, the less gifted to participate and improve.
Goals
The primary goal of the Athletic Program at St. John School is to provide student/athletes the opportunity to learn physical skills and fitness, teamwork, good sportsmanship, and respect of others on their own team and the opposing team.The Athletic Program at St. John School will also promote the following list of personal development goals for the student/athlete.
Provide a sense of personal satisfaction and accomplishment that is intended to increase self- esteem and social acceptance.
Provide an environment for the student/athlete to learn the importance of having set a goal, or having a goal set, and achieving the goal through practice.
Provide an environment for all student/athletes to achieve some measure of success.
Allow the student/athlete to learn and understand the concept of teamwork.
Develop the principles of fair play and sportsmanship.
Learn how to have patience with and tolerance of those of lesser ability.
ParentParticipation
The success of the Athletic Program at St. John School lies with the parents who volunteer their time and expertise in support of the Athletic Program. With out parent participation, some Athletic Program sport event may not become a reality at St. John School, even though enough student/athletes are available to comprise a complete team. Parents involved in the Athletic Program at St. John School must remember that the program exists for the Christian growth of young people. Conduct of parents must always model Christian values and virtues.
The following is a list of volunteer positions within the Athletic Program at St. John School, some of which are open:
CYOCoordinators
Responsibilities of the CYO Coordinator include:
- Each Athletic Program has a Coordinator, who is responsible for the overall activities of that particular sport.
- Recruit and train volunteer Coaches and Assistant Coaches.
- Attend Athletic Directors Certification Workshop.
- Conduct parent information meetings for parents of participants. Attend league meetings.
CYOCoaches
Responsibilities of the CYO Coach include:
Attend a Coaches Certification Workshop, only certified coaches may sit on team bench. Conduct a preseason meeting with parents to be certain all parents, assistant coaches and student/athletes understand their responsibilities and the CYO Philosophy. Being knowledgeable concerning the CYO Bylaws and League Rules. Ensure that their conduct mirrors the CYO Code of Conduct. Schedule practices and games.
Athletic Program Sports Events
Boy’s Basketball
Teams: 3rd through 8th Grade
Practice: Begins- September
Season: Begins- October
Ends February
PlayerFee: $60.00
Cross Country
Boys and Girls both participate
Teams: K through8th Grade
Practice: Begins- LateAugust
Season: Begins- September
Ends – October
Player Fee: $50.00
Girl’sVolleyball
Teams: A – Team: 8th Grade; B – Team 7th Grade; C – Team 6th Grade
Practice: Begins- October
Season: Begins- November
Ends- February
Player Fee: $60.00
Girl’sBasketball
Teams: 3rd through 8th Grade
Practice: Begins- February
Season: Begins- February
Ends- May
PlayerFee: $60.00
Track & Field
Teams: 6th through 8th Grade
Practice: Begins- February
Season: Begins- March
Ends- May
PlayerFee: $50.0
