1. Catalina Athletics parent informational meeting
TROJAN PROUD

2. AGENDA Welcome Mr. Folsom Athletic Training Ms. Gonzalez
Sports Specific Information Head Coaches

3. Administration & Staff
Antasio Holley Interim Principal
Melissa Hall Interim Asst. Principal
John Gonzales Dean of Students
Shane Folsom Athletic Coordinator
Michelle Gonzalez Certified Athletic Trainer

4. Chain of Command
Son’s or Daughter’s sport level coach
Varsity Coach ( Head of the Program)
Athletic Director
Asst. Principal
Principal
Please follow the proper procedure if issues come up, so a resolution can be reached in an appropriate manner.

5. Transportation All athletes are expected to ride district
transportation. If they are going to
ride home with their parent, they
must have the appropriate form
completed, signed by the parent and
cleared by Coach Folsom’s office.
Only a parent or guardian may
transport their child. Carpooling is
not allowed. Under no circumstances
can a student transport other
students.

6. Uniforms Athletes are responsible for their
school issued uniforms. If they lose
them or damage them in any way (i.e.
through laundering), they will be
charged for the cost of replacing the
uniform at the replacement cost.
Uniforms will be collected at the last
competition.

7. Sportsmanship Sportsmanship is the responsibility of everyone:
 Coaches
 Athletes
 Parents
Spectators
Do your part by always cheering in the
positive! Remember that each athlete out
there is someone’s son or daughter.
Learn more at nfhslearn.com “The Role of
the Parent in Sports”

8. Athletic Training What is a Certified Athletic Trainer
Licensed health care professional
Here for the safety of your student-athlete
Who do they treat
Any student-athlete who is injured during the course of sport participation
When is the AT on campus?
Any regularly scheduled practice or competition Monday-Friday
There is only one AT at Catalina
Weekend practices are TBA

9. Sports Injuries Injuries will happen Some are avoidable Stretching
Nutrition/hydration
Wearing appropriate equipment
Recognition and treatment is essential
Notification of AT/Coach
We cannot help if we do not know
Playing with injuries
Joint decision
Doctor Releases- must be written- TUSD Policy

10. Concussions Unfortunately they are common in athletics
We cannot help if we do not know
TUSD guidelines
Baseline testing
New return to play and learn guidelines
How you can help…
Know your child
Report any concerns to school nurse or athletic trainer
If in doubt refer to PCP/911

11. Water Policy
Each athlete is to provide their own water bottle for practices and games
It should be cleaned regularly
This helps limit disease transmission
Random checks will be performed
Please help with this
Encourage proper hydration at home

12. Heat Policy Monitor weight loss during practice Outdoor fall sports
Only during acclimatization period
Replace weight lost with appropriate beverage
Water, sports drinks, milk, juices
Avoid caffeine
How you can help…
Encourage your child to replace water loss
Show concern- ask if they have lost and not regained weight
Be aware of signs and symptoms of dehydration

13. Supplements and energy drinks
Student athletes should get nutrition from proper food choices
Multi-vitamins- a good start
Supplements
Know what your child is taking
Talk with your doctors prior to making the decision
Energy drinks
What is the need?
Can aggravate unknown heart conditions

14. Hygiene Good hygiene will lessen disease transmission
Wash hands regularly
Wash practice clothes often
This includes some braces and
pads
Heat in the dryer kills the germs
Shower asap after practice and games
For additional information see the website:

15. Michelle Gonzalez, Athletic trainer 232-8439 michelle. gonzalez@tusd1
Michelle Gonzalez, Athletic trainer

16. Meet The Coaches  Please see your child’s Head Coach to
receive additional information specific to
their team.