2017 - 2018 Meet the Knights

October 8, 2017

Welcome & Agenda

• Introductions

• Mission, Philosophy, Standards

• JLK Insider Information & Changes

• Practices, Games, & Tournaments

• Parent Participation

• Sponsorshsip

• Scholarship

• Spring/Summer Basketball

• Meet the Teams

• Uniforms & Apparel

• Q & A

• Team Meetings

Introductions

• JLK Board –

• Rob Carruth – President

• Ellen Miller – Vice President

• Jill Kernan – Treasurer

• Ed Busher – At large

• Dave Ireton - At large

• Yvette Yuhasz - Uniforms and Apparel

• Kelley Lay - Sponsorship

Introductions

• Special Volunteers –

• James Davis - Social Media

• Ritchie Moody, Ed Busher, Dave Ireton, Yvette Yuhasz - Tournament Committee

• Coaches and Assistant Coaches!

2016 - 2017 Sponsors

• Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield – Erin Hoeflinger

• Burke Orthodontics – Dr. Burke

• Nations Roof – Andy Strauser

• Mike Mobley Reporting – Todd Mobley

• Appro Rx - Kyle Fields

• Kirkland, Sommers, & Gearhardt Co, LPA – Tracy Sommers

Mission, Philosophy, Standards

Mission

It is the mission of the Junior Lady Knights to provide an exceptional personal development experiencethrough the game of basketball by teaching the values of hard work, accountability, team play,competitiveness, and sportsmanship.

It is our goal to develop fundamentally skilled and talented basketball players that will become futuremembers of the Alter High School Girl's Basketball program. Most importantly, we hope that after ourplayers have moved on from our organization, they will realize lifelong benefits from their experiencewith Junior Lady Knights.

The Core Values of the Organization include:

Player Development – The advancement of individual and team skills of all participants throughpractice and games is at the core of what we are attempting to accomplish. We will strive to provide asmany opportunities to practice and play as is reasonable.

Sportsmanship – We expect that all participants, including players, coaches, and parents will conductthemselves with respect and a positive, constructive attitude toward the game and toward each other.

Environment - We believe the most important reason young people play sports is to have fun. We willstrive to provide a safe and positive environment where all players feel valued and can feel great abouttheir accomplishments.

Competition – We will strive to instill a spirit of healthy competition in all of our players.

Philosophy

In support of our Mission, our philosophy is to develop players for long term success by –

• Providing an open, safe, fun, positive environment for players to learn, develop, andfeel good about their individual and collective achievements

• Heavily concentrating on the mastery of basic skills – (Tools of the Game)

• Teaching of principles and philosophies of the game – (Knowledge of the Game)

• Stressing the value and importance of teamwork

• Teaching the importance of accountability, how to be held accountable, and how tohold others accountable

• Instilling a love of healthy competition

• Demonstrating great sportsmanship

JLK Standards

• Behavior and Environment – Respectful, Christian, Sportsmanlike behavior isexpected at all times, even on social media. Cheer positively for all players, thank thereferees and volunteers. Follow Mom’s advice – if you don’t have something nice tosay, don’t say it. Misbehavior can result in significant individual consequences.

• Playing Time – Playing time is not equal. Discussions of playing time betweenparents and coaches are strictly prohibited. Players should address questions aboutplaying time directly with their coach.

• 24 Hour Rule – If you are upset about anything, you must wait 24 hours to contact anycoach or board member to discuss it.

• Nastygrams – Nastygrams will be politely ignored. We will be happy to discuss anyissues you may have. However, you must call or make other arrangement to discussthem.

JLK Standards

• Concussions – We will error on the side of caution. Always. If your daughter isremoved because of a suspected concussion, she will need medical clearance toreturn to play.

• CYO – Conflicts are to be clearly communicated well in advance with your coach. Besure you understand what the effects of missed practices and games will be whenmaking decisions about conflicts.

• Timeliness – Please do your best to be on time to practice, games, and volunteerresponsibilities.

Insider Information & Changes

JLK Insider Information

• Weather Related Cancellations – First notifications will go out via text message. Wewill normally follow up with an e-mail. Be sure to confirm the contact information onyour account is current. Accept the text opt in when you receive it.

• Admission to Varsity Home Games

• Admission to JLK Home Games

• Word of Mouth – Please tell others of your experience

• Lil’ Dribblers Registration is open through October 28th

• Parent Resources – Website Parent Resource Page

• Communication - Primary means of communication is on and through the website

• Vocabulary - “Field” is the gym/court

• Social Media – PLEASE share pictures & Video - Facebook, Twitter, YouTube

Changes for 2016 - 2017

• NEW LOGO!

• Ohio Catholic Junior High League!

Practices, Games, & Tournaments

Practices, Games, & Tournaments

• Practices – Every team will practice twice weekly, 2nd, 3rd & 4th for 60 – 75 minuteseach, and 5th – 8th for 90 minutes.

• Games – 2nd to 6th will play in Metro League and play 20 – 35 games total, 7th & 8th

will play mostly non-league games 9’ Rims for 3rd & 4th

• Tournaments – 3rd to 6th Grade teams will play in Centerville’s Tournament orBeavercreek’s Tournament, JLK Classic, and Post-Season Metro Tournaments. 7th &8th will play mostly non-league games and, the JLK Classic, and possibly one or twomore tournaments.

Schedule – Important Dates

• October 21st – Start of Junior High Practice

• October 30th - Start of Practice Lil’ Dribblers - 2nd - 6th

• November 7th – First Junior High Scrimmage

• November 17th - 19th – Lady Elks Classic

• November 24th-26th – Beavercreek Turkey Shootout

• December 2nd – Start of Regular Season – 2nd – 6th

• January 5th – JLK Classic Ad Sales Due

• January 12th – 15th – JLK Classic

• February 10th – JLK Day

• February 16th – JLK Overnight - tentative

• March 10th – Last Day of Season

• March 18th – Post Season Banquet

Schedules

• Game Schedules for 2nd to 6th Grade will be published approximately November 25th

• Volunteer opportunities will open shortly thereafter

• Game Schedules for Junior High will be published as they finalize and develop over thenext few weeks.

• Practice Schedules should be posted prior to October 23rd

Paperwork

• Every new player must submit a birth certificate

• Other potential forms – Sent to you as needed

• Rec Plex Release

• Tournament Releases

• Secondary League Releases

Parent Participation

Parent Participation

REQUIRED

Parent Participation

• Required Duties –

• Gate – Responsible for working the gate during the game just prior to your daughtersscheduled game. For the first game of the day, arrive 30 minutes early, for all other games,arrive 70 minutes prior.

• Clock – Operate the clock during your daughters game

• Book – Keep the scorebook during your daughters game

• Team Board Representative – Attend 2 board meetings

• Responsibility –

• Sign up for your allotted shares – singupgenius.com

• Substitutions and trades are YOUR responsibility

• Communicate changes

• High school age siblings and subs are permitted.

• Please, please, no cell phones at the scorers table

Parent Participation

• Board/Club Level Duties –

• JLK Classic – Tournament Committee

• Volunteer Coordinator

• Site Director – Home Games and JLK Classic

• Overnight Chaperone

• Board Member

• Communications & Social Media

• Sponsorship/Fundraising

• Video Coordinator……

Tournament Hosting Committee

• Committee Membership

• Chairperson – Rob Carruth

• Director of Competition – Rob Carruth

• Director of Sales, Marketing, and Communications – Open

• Director of Staffing - Open

• Staff Supervisors – Open (3 needed)

• Site Directors – Open (2 more needed)

• First Tournament Planning Committee Meeting November 19th.

• See website for detailed descriptions or contact Rob for more information.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship

• JLK Program Level Sponsorships–

• Knights Level Sponsorship –

• Year long advertisement and/or link on JLK website

• Logo on back of Junior Lady Knights Shooting Shirts

• Primary Logo on JLK Scorer’s table banner used at approximately 100 home games and tournament gate

• Full page ad in Lady Knight Classic Program

• Listing on supporter page of Lady Knight Classic Program at “Knights Level”

• Can include flyer and/or coupon in Lady Knight Classic welcome packet

• Gold Level Sponsorship -

• Year long advertisement and/or link on JLK website

• Naming Rights to a court during the Lady Knights Classic

• Primary Logo on JLK Scorer’s table banner used at approximately 100 home games and tournament gate

• Full page ad in Lady Knight Classic Program

• Listing on supporter page of Lady Knight Classic Program at “Gold Level”

• Can include flyer and/or coupon in Lady Knight Classic welcome packet

Sponsorship

• JLK Program Level Sponsorships–

• Brown Level Sponsorship –

• Year long advertisement and/or link on JLK website

• Secondary Logo on JLK Scorer’s table banner used at approximately 100 home games andtournament gate

• Full page ad in Lady Knight Classic Program

• Listing on supporter page of Lady Knight Classic Program at “Brown Level”

• Can include flyer and/or coupon in Lady Knight Classic welcome packet

• Roundtable Level Sponsorship -

• Secondary Logo on JLK Scorer’s table banner used at approximately 100 home games andtournament gate

• Full page ad in Lady Knight Classic Program

• Listing on supporter page of Lady Knight Classic Program at “Roundtable Level”

Sponsorship

• JLK Classic Program Ad Sales –

• Each team is expected to sell the equivalent of a Full Page Ad - $250

• The team that sells the most will be rewarded with a UD Women’s Basketball experience.

• Full Page ad - $250

• ½ Page ad - $150

• ¼ Page ad - $75

• Business Card Listing - $30

Scholarship

Scholarship

• The scholarship program provides a cash award to any Junior Lady Knight player whoenrolls and subsequently attends Alter High School. The amount of the award is basedon how years the player participated in JLK using the following scale:

• 1-3 Years - $50 per year

• 4 Years - $250

• 5 years - $500

• Last year’s 8th Graders were awarded $2,850 in scholarships. Over $23,000 has beenawarded since the program’s inception in 2011.

*Awards are based on years of participation in Junior Lady Knights. These years do not have tobe consecutive; but awards are offered only to players who participate in Junior Lady Knightsduring their 8th grade season

Spring/Summer Basketball & Year Round Sports

Spring/Summer Basketball & Year Round Sports

• JLK Players are encouraged to keep playing basketball in the spring and/or summer

• AAU

• Leagues

• Junior High Summer League

• We encourage our players to be active year round and play multiple sports, notbasketball year round

Meet the Teams

8th Grade

• Natalie Bierlein

• Emma Hansley

• Caraline Kernan

• Tiffany McAfee

• Kaylee Pham

• Karlie Romer

• Charlotte Ruble

• Maggie Schoen

• Lily Spahr

Coaching Staff

Doug Meyer

Ashley Baer

Autumn Bell

7th Grade

• Natalie Busher

• Caroline Doorley

• AnnaBelle Hacker

• Sarah Lehner

• Rachel Litle

• Ashley Lucuk

• Addison Roy

• Jayla Williams

• Isabella Worley

Coaching Staff

Rob Carruth

Autumn Bell

Ed Busher

6th Grade - White

• Milena Cristiano

• Ushana Garst

• Hannah Mayse

• Addison Orick

• Anna Sommers

• Abby Stolly

• Korine Talkington

Coaching Staff

TBA

6th Grade - Gold

• Madison Houpt

• Izzie Kenney

• Brooke Roddy

• Riley Smith

• Adia Strauser

• Lucy Taylor

• Elena Thompson

• Mary Yuhasz

Coaching Staff

Courtney Strauser

Ted Thompson

5th Grade - Gold

• Brooke Haywood

• Alayna Kreill

• Marilyn Mobley

• Chanel Nonnenman

• Kate Riegel

• Molly Rosenberg

• Elizabeth Russ

• Evie Widjaja

Coaching Staff

Andrew Widjaja

Todd Kreill

5th Grade - White

• Kaylen Bernecker

• Erin Bradford

• Calleigh Kernan

• Lake Lutz

• Abigail Moody

• Madison Moody

• Ashley Scheffer

• Olivia Schrimpf

Coaching Staff

Ritchie Moody

Tim Kernan

Brad Sheffer

4th Grade Brown

• Izzy Brady

• Megan Brandt

• Grace Dungan

• Ella Hawk

• Luca Malenich

• Olivia Raucci

• Abi Sheets

• Eleanor Welch

Coaching Staff

Paul Dungan

Amy Brown

4th Grade Gold

• Kendall Crotty

• Amelia Davis

• Lily Ireton

• Alison Link

• Isabella Markowski

• Lauren Miller

• Maura Petrovic

Coaching Staff

Aaron Miller

Sherry Markowski

Dave Ireton

4th Grade White

• Janae Cain

• Norah Durbin

• Mary Mobley

• Alina Overman

• Samantha Pothast

• Alora Strauser

• Marcella Wooley

Coaching Staff

Todd Mobley

Jonathan Cain

3rd Grade

• Izzie Arcuri

• Sara Barnett

• Khloe Cavanaugh

• Allison Fields

• Maggie Fleisher

• Gracie Hayes

• Reagan Link

• Molly Miller

• Poppy Wakefield

Coaching Staff

Kyle Fields

Adam Miller

2nd Grade

• Sara Brand

• Sadie Hornick

• Grace Ireton

• Zoey Kavanaugh

• Addison King

• Kaylee Lay

• Lauren Lunne

• Juliet Orick

• Lana Shumaker

• Olive Simpson

Coaching Staff

Dave Ireton

Uniforms and Apparel

Uniforms and Apparel

• ALL UNIFORMS AND APPAREL MUST BE ORDERED BEFORE NOON, OCTOBER 14th

• THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES

• Lil’ Dribblers – Only need to order a shooting shirt

• 2nd – 8th Grade –

• MUST have a Uniform Package – pre 2015 uniforms can not be used, please confirm jersey #

• MUST order a Shooting Shirt

• MUST have a Practice Jersey

• IF you choose to wear a sleeved shirt under your jersey, it must match the primary color ofyour jersey

• Please, no unmentionables! Racer back undergarment is available.

• All other items are optional

Uniforms and ApparelOPTIONAL

REQUIRED

UNIFORM

RACER BACK UNDERSHIRT

PRACTICE JERSEY

SHOOTING SHIRT WICKING TEE

BASKETBALL

Questions?

Thank You!