2011 Mandan Boys Tennis

2010 and Summer Recap Team qualified for state – second consecutive year All-conference: Erik Porter, Nathan Berger, Jake Kist MVA: Erik Porter Tuesday Hit-arounds: 10 boys, 4 girls, 5 alumni, 1 visitor Aberdeen, Prairie Rose, JTT, camps, Bis Open

Forms and Fees Forms Needed to Participate – Physical *needed every year – Rights and Responsibilities – Concussion form Know the Risks Video Concussion in Sports $40 fee for all players – Make checks out to Mandan High School

Sportsmanship 1. Only cheer on winning shots 2. Do not cheer on unforced errors 3. Do not talk to the competitors while they are on the court 4. Do not assist in keeping score, even if asked Ask a coach if you are unsure

Dress and Uniform Practice – Weather appropriate clothing, pants/shorts with pockets Matches – Black shorts with pockets – Correct/Team identifying shirt

Cell Phones Turned off or silent Acceptable uses: – Calling for rides – Informing parents of court sites – Change of court site Ask a coach before using your phone

Medical Conditions Inform a coach about specific medical conditions – Allergies – Asthma – Other

Practice 1 st Practice – August 8 th 1 st 2 Weeks: 9:00-11:00 am and 2:00-4:00 pm Beginning August 22 nd – 4:30-6:30 Wednesdays – School courts Mandatory morning run(s) for Varsity

Beating the Heat Drink a glass of water 30 min to 1 hour before match or practice Replenish all lost fluids after practice To help build muscle and for muscle recovery, eat protein (ex. meat, chocolate milk, …)

Challenges Begin Wednesday August 10 in the afternoon Helps determine the lineup

Matches Varsity plays first, then JV Exhibition matches are possible for lower JV All players stay until the last match is finished and courts are picked up

Trips Time to bond and have fun Match time = total concentration Remember, we are representing our families, school, and city

Lettering Criteria A player letters if he: – Plays in a Varsity match during the season – Earns a letter determined by the coaches

Practice/Match Updates Coach Christen’s teacher webpage