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Braden River High School Athletic Policies |
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Braden River
Sport Packages and Season Passes
Please contact the school to purchase these items - 751-8230 ext 2200.
Captain’s Club $225
2 Reserved Seats to regular season Home Football Games.
2 Adult passes to All Home Athletic Events.
3 Student passes to All Home Athletic Events
2 Parking Passes
1 Bronze Athletic Booster Club Membership
Additional Reserved Seats can be purchased for $35 per seat.
Pirate Club $150
1 Reserved Seat Season Ticket for Football.
1 Adult Pass for ALL Athletic Events
1 Parking Pass
1 Bronze Athletic Booster Club Membership
Hook’em Club $75
Adult Season Pass for ALL Sports EXCEPT Football.
Student Pirate Season Pass $40
Student pass for ALL Home Athletic Events.
Student passes will only be sold for a limited time.
Admission Prices for BRHS Athletic Events for 2008 - 2009
All Sports with the EXCEPTION of Varsity Football: Adults $4 Students $3.
Varsity Football: Reserve Seating $7. All General Admission $5
Sponsoring Options
General Sponsor of College Scholarship $100
Athletic Department Reminders |
Please take a few minutes to read over the Athletic Policies.
Athletic Policies can also be found in the Student Handbook which
is handed out to all students at the beginning of each year.
Athletic Polices
A. General Guidelines
1. A student on a team should be in attendance at every
scheduled practice unless an emergency prevents this.
The coach should be made aware of the reason for an
absence so he/she will not be depending on that athlete that day.
2. A student should be in attendance a minimum of four of seven periods
(two of four on block days), unless documented (doctor's note, field trip, subpoena, etc.),
to practice or participate in a contest on that day unless approved by the athletic director or principal.
3. All athletes should present a neat appearance at all school and
athletic functions, in accordance with Manatee
County Schools dress code.
4. All athletes will ride to and from road games on a school bus
or charter bus under the charge of a coach. When there are only
a few students participating in a contest, it is permissible to use
the county station wagons with the coach driving. All exceptions
must be cleared with the athletic director and a school
administrator in advance.
5. The principal will develop a plan for administrative coverage
of home games and key away games.
B. Athletic Eligibility
1. High school interscholastic contests are govened by the Florida
High School Activities Association and all Manatee County secondary schools are expected
to maintain a membership in this organization and comply with the rules and regulations set
forth in the constitution and by-laws. The Manatee County School Board may adopt
higher standards.
2. The FHSAA eligibility rules shall be followed in all cases.
These rules will be explained to all athletes prior to the season.
No athlete will begin practice unless they have obtained a physical
by a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.). This is for the protection
of the athletes as well as for the protection of the athletic trainer
and Manatee County School Board. .No athlete will begin
practice unless they have turned in a completed medical
history form signed by a parent or guardian.
3. No athlete will begin practice unless he/she has paid for the
minimum insurance policy as offered through the School Board.
This will insure that each athlete has at least minimum insurance coverage.
Additional
School Board coverage is required for
football and soccer. No athlete will begin practice unless lie/she
has turned in a notarized residency affidavit that gives consent
for medical treatment. After the team is selected, prior to the
first contest, each first time player must present his birth
certificate to the coach to ensure eligibility.
4. If a female athlete becomes pregnant, she is to be placed on
the disabled list until a physician determines her level of activity.
A written recommendation will be returned to the school and
kept in the athlete's file. The purpose of this policy is to protect the mother
as well as the fetus. It is not the intention of this policy to remove the athlete from
her team because of pregnancy.
C. Addressing Questions/Concerns
If a student and/or parent has questions or concerns regarding
a specific team, please do the following:
1. First, meet with the coach to discuss the
questions or concerns.
2. Second, meet with the athletic director if you
still have questions or concerns.
3. Third, meet with the principal or designee if you
still have questions or concerns.
D. Reporting Injuries
The coach is responsible for reporting all
injuries of team members.
The following must be adhered to:
Athlete's Responsibilities
a. Any school-connected injury shall be reported to the
coach and trainer. An Accident Report Form must be
filed with the athletic trainer.
b. If an individual has any special medical problem,
the athletic director must be informed.
c. Should an injury be discovered after the athlete has
returned home, the athlete should go to his/her physician and
report to coach and trainer prior to next participation.
School Responsibilities
a. In case of injury, school personnel should:
1. Administer minor first aid.
2. If hospital care is necessary, call ambulance;
3. Notify parents or guardian;
4. If unable to contact parents, notify family doctor;
5. Accompany injured player to hospital if parent is not available;
6. Coaches must follow medical staff recommendation
concerning student injuries.
E. Athletic Training Rules
1. No use of tobacco products. For the 1" offense, a one
game suspension will occur. The 2nd offense will
result in dismissal from the team.
2.An athlete knowingly possessing, using, transferring, or
being under the influence of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic
drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage,
or intoxicant of any kind, or any facsimile regardless of content,
on or off campus, will be suspended for 180 day.
See section G.3 for specific details.
3.Any action by an athlete that causes embarrassment to the team,
athletic department or school will result in a 90 day suspension.
See section G.3 for details.
F. Cut From a Squad
1. A student who is not selected for a team is
eligible to try out for another sport.
2. Students are selected for teams at the discretion
of the head coach.
G. Suspension
1. Any athlete or manager who is suspended from a team is
not permitted to go out for another sport while the original
sport is still in season. The season is officially over when
the team plays its last regularly scheduled game of the year.
2. A student suspended from the team may not use any
of the department's facilities or equipment until his
suspension is officially terminated.
3. Students who are suspended for a total of 10 or more days (cumulative or single incident)
in a school year will have an administrative review to determine eligibility to participate in
any extracurricular activities. The administrative review will encompass the incident/infraction,
discipline, academic, and attendance history, and conference with the student and
others involved. Based on the results of the review, the student may be ineligible to participate
in any extracurricular activities for a period not to exceed 180 school days from the incident.
If, after the review process, the student is determined to be ineligible, he/she may not
participate in any event or activity as a representative of BRHS. These events or activities
include, but are not limited to: athletics, marching band, concert band, orchestra, choir,
drama, JROTC competition teams, or, clubs or organizations sponsored by a BRHS faculty
or staff member. If there is an event or activity the student wishes to participate in
and is unsure as to whether or not the student may participate, the student may appeal to
the principal for clarification. If an event or activity is part of a grade for a class, an
alternative assignment will be given to the student.
A student may appeal the 180-day suspension after 60 school
days. The appeal must be in writing to the principal. The
appeal process will take into consideration the student's
attendance, grades, discipline, teacher comments, any other
pertinent information, and a student interview during a parent conference.
The suspension from extracurricular activities
will not be less than 90 school days. Should the suspension
from extracurricular activities be changed to a period of time
less than 180 school days, the student will be on probation
until the conclusion of the 180 school day period.
H. Quitting a Squad
If a player quits a team, he/she shall not be permitted to try
out for the next season's sport at the same school until the
season ends in the initial sport from which the athlete quits.
For example: Quits FB to tryout for BB.
J. Criminal Offenses
1. Criminal Offense: After a hearing with the principal, a
student charged with a criminal offense may be suspended
from extracurricular or co-curricular activities by the school
principal until the charge is adjudicated.
2. Adjudication Withheld: A student who has been suspended
from extracurricular activities because of a criminal charge
may be reinstated at the principal's discretion if
adjudication is withheld.
3. Felony: A student's conviction in "adult" court or judgment
of "delinquency" in a juvenile court for any act that would have
been felonious in "adult" court will mandate loss of eligibility
to participate in any student activity for the duration of the
years enrolled in a Manatee County public high school from
the time of conviction. After one calendar year following
conviction, the student may request a review of his/her
eligibility by the principal.
4. Misdemeanors: A student's conviction in "adult" court or
judgment of "delinquency" in a juvenile court for the
following misdemeanors (assault or battery, possession of
concealed weapons, lewdness or indecent exposure, theft,
drug possession/sale) will mandate loss of eligibility to
participate in any student activity for six months from the
time of conviction. After three calendar months following
conviction, the student may request a review of
his /her eligibility by the principal.
The FHSAA handbook states in 11.11.3 "in matters pertaining
to personal conduct in which interscholastic competition is
not involved, the member school which the student(s) attend
shall be the judge as to whether the student(s) may play on its team."
K. Requirements for Student Athletic Awards
1. The individual coach of each sport shall be responsible
for the granting or withholding of awards. No athlete shall
receive an award if they fail to finish the season due to
dismissal from or quitting the squad.
2. Each school will develop criteria for awards and
letters in each sport.
3. lt is the coach’s responsibility to notify all athletes prior to
the season of the criteria set for students to earn an award in
that sport. The enclosed rules are minimum standards for
Manatee County athletes. Schools may recommend to the
superintendent additional policies that do not contradict or
lessen the policies as listed above. All athletes shall be
notified of these policies prior to the beginning of the season.
Athletic Awards
Varsity
The first time a student earns a varsity letter, he/she will
receive a letter and clip-on emblem indicating the sport, plus
a first-year certificate. Second year varsity awards in a sport
will consist of a metal service bar and a second year certificate.
Third and fourth year varsity awards in a sport will consist of a
metal service bar and a third year varsity circular embroidered
patch. The fourth year varsity awards in a sport will consist of a
metal service bar and a fourth year plaque. A student earning a
varsity letter in more than one sport will receive only the one.
However, the student will receive all the appropriate emblems,
service bars, certificates, and plaques for the additional sports.
Junior Varsity
Letters will consist of a JV letter and clip-on emblem
indicating the sport,plus a participation certificate. Second
and third year junior varsity awardsin a sport will consist of
a participation certificate. A student earning a junior varsity
letter in more than one sport will receive only the one.
However, the student will receive all certificates
for the additional sports.
Freshman
Students who participate in a freshman sport will receive a
participation certificate and certificates for additional sports.
In the event of a district, regional, sectional, or state
championship team, the Athletic Director may authorize
patches or jackets sufficient for recognition of the achievement.
Criteria for awards in each sport will be left to the judgment
of the coach. The matter of a student’s qualifications with
regard to spirit,work ethic and other factors will be considered.
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Athletic Booster Club Mission StatementB |
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The Braden River High School Athletic Boosters' Club is a charitable, non-profit organization
made up of an action-oriented group of parents, volunteers and administrators.
Through dedication and teamwork we support the enhancement of the athletic experience
of Braden River High athletes, their teams, and their fans through the
promotion of athletics, school spirit, successful student-athletes,
and community awareness of their athletic & academic
achievements. The mission of BRHS is to empower students to
be strong, responsible leaders who value personal integrity,
academic excellence, and civic involvement.
The BRHSAB recognizes that the physical education of our athletes plays an important part in their overall education;
development and quality of life. Through these Core Values we strive to fulfill this mission.
Core Values
Partner with the BRHS Athletic Department to realize
individual and team potential by promoting, encouraging,
and recognizing high scholastic achievement, sportsmanship,
character, civility and provide a solid foundation for current
and future Student Athletes, Pirate Families, and Booster
Members by supporting and promoting all BRHS sports teams.
Involve all parents and encourage their commitment to
all Braden River High School sports.
Respect and entertain all ideas and suggestions,
especially those which may differ from our own.
Accountable Ambassadors representing Braden River
High School while continually educating the community
on Athletic Booster initiatives
Teamwork built through respect, dedication, and
commitment to contribute to the morale, spirit, and
enthusiasm of Braden River High School Athletes
and the community.
Exceed visionary and yearly goals on a consistent basis
by awarding scholarships to graduating athletes and the
underwriting of sports related procurement in furtherance
of all Braden River High School Athletic Programs.
Support Braden River High School Faculty, Coaches,
fellow Booster Members, and other Braden River
High School Programs.
The Boosters Club will conduct itself in a manner which is free from racial discriminationand which provides equal
opportunity and treatment for all members and athletes regardless of race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
We are one united group with the purpose of supporting this mission statement.