1. Wheeler Baseball Pre-Season Parents Meeting 2015-2016

2. Meet the Coaches Scott Haddock - Varsity Head Coach Michael Schlact - Assistant Varsity Coach Chris Roberts - Assistant Varsity Coach Tyler Jones - JV Head Coach Keith Fitzgerald - JV Assistant coach

3. Winning Tradition We are starting to create a winning Atmosphere. – 13-13 record last season. – Second best record in the last decade. – Creating a winning tradition demands sacrifice

4. Baseball Program Goals To create a great high school baseball experience To develop players who are ready to play at the next level To win the Region Championship (State Championship) To teach life lessons through accountability

5. Website Please always check the Wheeler Baseball website for updates concerning pre-season workouts and tryouts. Make sure to sign up for emails by registering your student athlete on our website. The website will be updated regularly.

6. Important Dates Will be posted on the bulletin board outside my office. Pre-Season Workouts: – Start on October 5 th – Monday, Wednesday before school on the track. 6:45am-7:45am. – Tuesday, Thursday after school in the weight room. 4pm-5:30pm. NOTE: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR CHILD AT 5:30PM.

7. Wheeler Baseball Player Benefits Be exposed to high level, professional coaching Train in a first class facility Play against some of the best competition in the state Be a part of a rich history and dynamic program focused on fundamentals

8. Dave McDonald Field

9. David McDonald Field KEY PARK RULES/EXPECTATIONS: Use of any baseball facility needs to be approved by Scott Haddock or our AD All unapproved use is considered trespassing Please respect the all of our new facilities.

10. Player Expectations PLEASE ATTEND ALL PRE-SEASON WORKOUTS! PASS ALL OF YOUR CLASSES – If you fail 2 classes, you are not eligible to play a sport in the spring – Must pass ¾ or 3/3. All transfer students must complete a Form B. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. HUSTLE EVERYWHERE YOU GO!!

11. Player Expectation Represent yourself and your team with class, on and off the field Respect others including COACHES, TEACHERS, AND ADMINISTRATORS Know that practice time is important

12. Parent Communication Open Door Policy – School related issues – Family situations – Personal problems – College advice Close Door Policy – Playing time – Positions – On the field communication

13. Parent Expectation Parents are not allowed in the dugout Parents are not allowed to talk to players through the fence, especially in the on deck circle or dugout during games Always respect others including umpires, opposing fans and players Support all players on your team

14. Very Important Dates February 15 th -19 th (No School) – We will play games during this break. April 4 th -8 th (Spring Break) – Please plan on attending all practices and games. *Missing these dates will cause you to lose playing time

15. Construction Updates Field House Building Construction – Estimated completion After Fall Break (September 21 st week) Concrete behind home plate – Estimated Completion TBA: Before the season New Netting Behind Home Plate – Estimated Completion TBA: Before the season

16. Wheeler Wildcats

17. Wheeler Baseball Scoreboard – Was purchased and will be installed before the new season! Thank you BOOSTER CLUB!!!

18. Physical Information You must have a current physical to participate in pre-season workouts Completed Concussion Agreement www.wheelerathletics.com – COMPLETE 2015-16 COBB PHYSICAL HERE! COMPLETE 2015-16 COBB PHYSICAL HERE!

19. Ideals Leadership Program A 10-week course for Juniors and Seniors. – We will meet every Thursday morning in the media center at 7am – Start week of October 5 th. – Sign up if interested on the baseball bulletin board – This does not guarantee you will make the baseball team

20. A Parent’s Role How can you help the Wheeler Baseball program? – Volunteer for the booster club – Volunteer on team field work days – Volunteer to help in the concession stand – Volunteer over the summer – Look for ways to help ensure our facilities are clean and first class condition. – Support the entire program financially – Support your kid! He needs a fan, not a coach.

21. What do you get out of your investment? Three months of weight training (not including baseball season) Four to five months of baseball At least forty-five practices (skill development) College and pro-ball recruiting help (if requested)

22. PowerPoint I will post this document on my teacher blog. www.cobblearning.net/coachhaddock/ It will also be posted on the website.

23. Thank you for your time! Go Wildcats!

24. Booster Club Board

25. Wheeler Baseball Pre-Season Parents Meeting 2015-2016