Participant Information

Sports Fee: There is a $70 sports fee per sport to support our after-school sports program. Some sports may be different. The money goes towards paying for coaches, referees, and equipment replacement. There are scholarships available, so please talk to one of the coaches for a form. Payment methods are cash or check. If paying by check, make payable to Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation Department. Payment is not taken until the athlete is selected by the team. The coach will notify the athletes by giving them a handout explaining the program, releasing liability and schedules.

Athletic Eligibility: Student-athletes must have a C average (2.0) and must have no more than one U in citizenship. Grade checks will be done with registration. Students who do not maintain their grades, have attendance problems or have severe disciplinary issues may be placed on a two-week probation during which they may participate in practices only. If problems continue, an administrator may remove the student from the team.

Code of Conduct: Our student-athletes must realize that they represent our school, our coaches and themselves by their conduct. Good sportsmanship must be stressed at all times.

Good Sportsmanship involves:

 

1. Treating opponents, officials & coaches with fairness, courtesy and respect.
2. Taking a loss gracefully and without complaint.
3. Taking victory without gloating.

The following statements represent the type of conduct from the athletes expected by the coaches, athletic directors, and school administration.

• Play by the ‘Rules of the Game.’
• Never argue with the referee. Let your captain or coach ask any relevant questions.
• As a player, do not use profane language
• Play with control. Do not lose your temper.
• Be a ‘good sport’. Applaud all good play whether by your teammates or by your opponent/s.
• Respect your coaches and opponents. Treat all players, as you would like to be treated. (No taunting)
• Remember that the goals of the games are to have fun, to improve your skills, and to feel good.
• At the final whistle applaud and thank your opponents and the referee for the match.
• Always make your opponents welcome at Lawson Middle School – before, during and after matches.
• Win with humility – lose with dignity.