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Wachter Athletics
Overview
• Philosophy
• Physicals
• Eligibility
• Risk
• Sportsmanship
• Concussions
• Website
• Fall Sports Meetings
Philosophy
• Participation• Athletic Skills -
Fundamentals• Teaching Life
Skills
Physicals
• Must have a physical every year
• Forms should be downloaded and filled out prior to going to the appointment
Eligibility Policy
• Scholastic
• Attendance
• Suspension or Expulsion
Eligibility (Cont.)
• Tobacco, Alcohol or Controlled Substance Violations
• Currently Participating Penalty
• Non-Participating Penalty (Includes Summer)
Eligibility (Cont.)
• INTERVENTION, EDUCATION AND EVALUATION
• SPECIFIC STANDARDS
Eligibility (Cont.)
BISMARCK PUBLIC SCHOOLS GENERAL CODE OF CONDUCT STANDARDS
• Respect for Others
• Dress and Grooming
• Travel
• Citizenship
Risk Awareness
• Must watch “Know the Risks”
• Must read Code of Conduct Sheet and sign it and return it to the office
Sportsmanship Policy
• Good sportsmanship is a primary goal of the athletics programs at Wachter Middle School.
• Fans and spectators are expected to show good sportsmanship.
Sportsmanship PolicyCode of ConductStudent-Athlete• Show respect at all times for
coaches, opponents, and game officials.
• Accept decisions of the contest officials.
• Avoid offensive gestures or language.
• Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.
• Follow the rules of the games
Sportsmanship PolicyParents/Spectators• Avoid criticism of game officials
and sideline coaching which may side track the athletes from their performance.
• Stay off the playing area.• Show respect for public property
and equipment.• Work cooperatively with contest
officials and supervisors in keeping order.
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ho6ae09ZcWQ
What is a Sports Concussion???
• Complex process affecting the brain, induced by traumatic biomechanical forces.4
– Caused by a direct blow to the head, face neck or elsewhere on the body with an “impulsive” force transmitted to the head.4
– Typically results in the rapid onset of short-lived impairment of neurologic function that resolves spontaneously.4
– Causes “Energy Crisis” in the brain.
What is a Sports Concussion???
– Symptoms largely reflect a functional disturbance rather than a structural injury.4
– NOT defined by loss of consciousness, typically follows a sequential course, small percentage of cases, post-concussive symptoms may be prolonged.4
– NO abnormalities in neuro-imaging studies.4
– Adolescent brain still developing, extra caution needed for those under age 23.4
Occurrence of Concussion
• Estimated 300,000 sports concussions occur in the United States each year.3
• 20% of high school football players sustain brain injuries each season.3
• Female athletes suffer more concussions playing same sport2
– Female soccer players twice as many concussion compared to males2
– Female basketball 24% higher chance of concussion than males2
Occurrence of Concussion
• As many as 40.5% of athletes suffering a concussion return to play prematurely.1
• At least 55 high school and college football players have died from brain injuries sustained on the field since 1995.5
Concussion Evaluation - Symptoms
– Headache - ”Pressure”
– Neck Pain
– Balance Problems/Dizzy
– Nausea or Vomiting
– Visual Changes
– Hearing Problems
– Confusion
– “Don’t Feel Right”
– Drowsiness
– Fatigue/low energy
– More Emotional
– Irritability
– Difficulty Concentrating
– Difficulty Remembering
– Feeling slowed down
– Feeling “in a fog”
REMEMBER…ATHLETES LIE!!!!
Concussion Management
• A PLAYER SUSPECTED OF HAVING A CONCUSSION SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO RETURN TO PLAY IN THE CURRENT GAME OR PRACTICE!!!
• “When in Doubt, Sit Them Out!”
Concussion Management
• Player should seek medical evaluation.• Player should not be left alone, and regular
monitoring for deterioration is essential over the initial few hours after injury.
• Player should not be allowed to operate a motor vehicle.
• Keep in mind, some concussion symptoms may be delayed by several hours.
Signs to Watch For:Need to go to the hospital at once if:
• Have a headache that gets worse
• Are very drowsy or can’t be awakened
• Can’t recognize people or places
• Have repeated vomiting
• Behave unusually or seem confused – very irritable
• Have seizures• Have weak or numb arms
or legs• Are unsteady on your
feet; have slurred speech
Myths
• Do Not need to wake up athlete every hour throughout the night.
• A normal brain scan means you’re cleared to play.
• You can only get a concussion in contact sports.
• Can give Tylonol for headaches• You need to get “hit hard” in order to get a
concussion.
Return to Play Guidelines
• No mental or physical activity should occur until athlete’s symptoms are gone. Avoid physical exertion but also avoid studying, school attendance, test taking, video games, computer use and TV until clear.
• When clear, begin with short periods of reading, focusing and an abbreviated school day as tolerated.
Return to Play Guidelines
• When school is tolerated, begin low-impact activity such as walking, stationary bike, or elliptical. Gradually increase intensity and duration as tolerated.
• Advance to sports specific aerobic activity such as skating, running, etc.
• Advance to non-contact sport specific drills such as dribbling, batting, shooting.
• Follow-up neuropsychological testing.
Return to Play Guidelines
• Full contact in practice setting.
• If all of the above are completed without return of signs and symptoms and neuropsychological testing is normal, may return to play following final clearance.
• Talk to friends and parents.
Second Impact Syndrome
• Rare condition in which a second concussion occurs before a first concussion has properly healed.
• Symptoms occur immediately after the second injury and progress rapidly.
• Causes rapid and severe brain swelling and often catastrophic results.
• ONLY occurs in those under 23 whose brains are still developing.
Prevention
• Make sure that helmets are fitted properly and are regularly sent for inspection or reconditioning.
• Never allow an athlete to return if he/she has any symptoms of concussion.
• Follow return to play guidelines.• No such thing as a “concussion proof”
helmet.
Prevention
• No good clinical evidence that currently available protective equipment will prevent concussion.
• Have shown a reduction in impact forces to the brain with use of headgear and helmets, but doesn’t translate to a reduction in concussion incidence.
• Mouthguards have a role in preventing dental and oro-facial injury, but not concussions.
Legislation
Zachery lystedt law• May 2009 in Washington• Max Lystedt, 13 year-old, 2nd
Impact Syndrome in same game.
• Nation’s toughest return-to-play law, requiring medical clearance of youth athletes suspected of sustaining a concussion, before sending them back in the game, practice or training.
• Teen Inspires "Shake It Off" Law - CBS Evening News - CBS News
Max’s law• July 2009 in Oregon
• Max Conradt, sustained permanent brain injury in ‘01 while playing HS Football.
• Compels coaches in every school sport to be trained annually on how to recognize concussion symptoms and assign appropriate medical treatment when they occur.
Legislation
• Next month, Pennsylvania Law to be approved.
• 24 states could have laws in place by the end of the year.
ESPN E:60 Report on Preston Plevretes by: Tom Farrey
• E:60 Second Impact - ESPN Video – ESPN
Other Concerns
• Fire Department
• Pick up after practice
• Locks and lockers
• Travel arrangements
• Traveling teams
Problems and/or Questions
• Individual sport coaches – 24 hr rule
• Athletic Director – Mark Lardy –323-4650 or by email
• Principal – Brian Beehler – 323-4650 or by email
Sport Meetings and Fees
• Football – 8th Grade – Room 115- 7th Grade – North Gym
• Volleyball – Auditorium• Cross Country – Room 110• Soccer – Library
• Fee payment and form turn-in
• Video – will be shown at 7:50