1.  The STUDENT comes first in student-athlete.  As stated in school policy, passing grades and appropriate classroom behavior are required for participation.  After grades are issued, if a student has received a failing grade or behaves inappropriately, he/she will be put on a two-week probation and will not be allowed to attend practice/games.  If during this two-week period the athlete shows improvement, then he/she may return to the sport with written teacher approval.

2.  Attendance will be kept at all practices and games.  To be a member of a Saint Elizabeth athletic team, the student must participate in all scheduled practices and scheduled games.  This does not include excused practices/games.  If you are unable to attend a practice or a game, you must contact your coach 24 hours in advance.

3.  Saint Elizabeth practices and games take priority over other activities.  If a student chooses to participate on another team, this choice may result in reduced playing time on the Saint Elizabeth team.  For players who have attended practice and have demonstrated effort and maturity, the coach will make every effort to play those players over the course of the season.

4.  The goal of every Saint Elizabeth athletic team is the individual development of the student athlete. Life lessons such as commitment to a team, the value of good sportsmanship, dealing with adversity, discipline and improvement of self through learning the fundamentals are taught and developed both at home and on the court/field during practice and games.

5.  “Win at all costs” is NOT part of the Saint Elizabeth athletic program.  At the beginning of each game we expect our teams to play to win. We will play to win but will substitute as the course of the game dictates. Our emphasis is Team, Team, Team and the individual development of the student athlete.  Each win and loss is an opportunity to discuss how the game was played, what was learned, how the players feel they interacted and changes that need to be made for future games. 

6.  For grades 3 & 4 students will participate in instructional games with schools with similar teams.  For grades 5-8 all students will be participating in the Morris County Catholic Basketball League.  The rules of the league for grades 5 & 6 require all athletes recieve an equal amount of playing time for the first three quarters and the coach determines play-time for the fourth quarter.  For grades 7 & 8 the coach determines play-time; we play to win but use the team.  Equal play-time does not apply to a team participating in an Independent Tournament. Play-time will be determined by the coach when participating in an Independent Tournament.  The focus of all programs will be personal improvement through practice and play.

7. Teamwork, fair play and cooperation is emphasized at all practices and games.  It involves attitude, fairness and a willingness to cooperate to have a successful experience for all.  If a coach feels a player is acting in an unacceptable manner towards his teammates or coaches, that player will be given one warning.  If the behavior continues, the coach will ask them to leave practice or sit out a game.  Team building and team social activities will be encouraged.

8. Players are responsible for their uniforms and any other school equipment associated with the sport.  If uniforms are not returned at the end of the season, the player will have to pay to replace them.

9. Students must be supervised by an adult at all times. Students are to remain in the hall until their designated practice time.  They may enter the gym when their coach arrives. There must be a parent volunteer, coach or teacher present when students are practicing.

10.  Proper attire is required for all practices and games.  Jewelry is prohibited.

11.  The Athletic Association registration fee, registration form, the Emergency/medical information form and the medical examination form must be returned before the first practice.

12.  Game equipment is provided; students should not bring equipment.

13.  Only coaches, teachers or parents are allowed in the equipment room.  Students are not allowed in the equipment room.

14.  Students may have water bottles at practices and games. No food or other drink is allowed in the gym.

15.  Parents will be required to volunteer for the Basketball Program and other sports as needed.Volunteer assignments for parents at games and meets are necessary for your child to participate in athletics.