West Point Beemer Basketball

West Point Beemer Basketball Parents Meeting 2009-2010

Introduction of Staff • Nick Kroon (Varsity) • Craig Theis (JV) • Cody Bobolz (C)

What We Have Done to Improve • Individual workouts • Lifting • Summer Camps • Point System and Husker game last week

This Season’s Expectations • Conduct handout…attendance…lettering criteria…etc • Building program (.500 season) • Speed and athleticism • Community Involvement • Huge focus on improving and competing down the stretch of the season. • 15 losses by average of 21 pts in ‘08-’09.

X’s & O’s • Run, Run, Run…flex and freelance • Change defenses often • Any X’s and O’s questions

What Your Son and I Need From You! • Before the game (answer these yourselves, then have your son answer these) • Why do I want them to play? • What are my goals for him? • What will a successful season look like? • What is their role going to be? • What do I hope they gain from the experience? • Compare your lists…drop yours and accept theirs. • Show confidence and trust in them and release them to the game

During the Game • Hardest time for parents…best time for kids • Model appropriate behavior • Focus on the team • One-instructional voice • You can be one of 4 things at a game • Spectator • Competitor • Official • Coach

After the Game • Hardest time for athletes • Grandpa and Grandma • Get to a point where they approach you about the game and ask for pointers • Be positive and upbeat and put a strong focus on the team and our overall performance

Appropriate to Talk to Coach When: • Concerned about your child’s physical or mental treatment • You are looking for ways to help your son improve • Concerned about your child’s behavior in school, games, etc.

Inappropriate to Talk to Coach About: • Coaching decision • Your son’s playing time • Team strategy • Other team members • Encourage your son to take responsibility to talk to me. This will help them deal with problems as they come and serve a useful tool for their lives beyond bball and school.

Thank You! • A successful season and program is not feasible without your support, love, and understanding. I hope this is a great experience for your son, and serves as a time in his life that he builds great relationships with his teammates and parents. I hope there are memories made for everybody involved that last a life time…See you on the 3rd!

West Point Beemer Basketball

West Point Beemer Basketball

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