Student-Athlete
Expectations
Expectations of High School
Athletes
• Be a good citizen.
• Respect all rules in school and outside.
• Excel at family, academics and
athletics.
• Respect teammates, coaches,
opponents.
• Compete.
Athletics is a
Privilege
• Athletics is a privilege! It is not a student’s right
to participate.
• Payment of user fee does not ensure playing
time.
• Coaching staff of each sport has the
responsibility for selecting Members of Team,
Level of Play, Playing Time.
• Student-Athletes must follow all MIAA & WHS
Rules
Coach Expectations
Coach Expectations
• Will communicate Philosophy and Team Rules.
• Will treat all student-athletes with respect.
• Will provide a safe practice/game environment.
• Will provide strong training to improve ability &
fitness level.
• Will communicate what your role is on the
team and how you can improve.
Parent Expectations
Appropriate
Concerns to Discuss
with a Coach
• Treatment of your child mentally and
physically.
• Any issues that coach should know
outside of school/athletics.
• Ways your son/daughter can improve.
• Concerns about son/daughter behavior
and/or academics.
Inappropriate
Concerns to discuss
with a Coach
• Other Student-Athletes
• Team Strategy
• Play Calling
• Playing Time
Chain of Command
When Issues Arise
• Step 1: Student contacts coach.
• Step 2: Parent contacts coach.
• Step 3: Parent contacts Athletic
Director.
• Step 4: Parent contacts AD & Principal
Fan Behavior
• Be loud
• Support your friends
• Be respectful