Athletics

Powers Catholic High School is a member of the Michigan High School Athletic Association and the Big Nine Athletic Conference. Other Members of the Conference are:

Carman-Ainsworth
Grand Blanc
Davison
Kearsley
Flushing

The sports and levels of teams available are listed in the Student Activities Directory.

The Powers Catholic Athlete

Students participating in the athletic program are expected to observe the following guidelines - athletes:

1. Must comply with the Eligibility Rules for senior high school students as prescribed by the Michigan High School Athletic Association (Athletic Handbook)

2. Must maintain academic standards as prescribed by the school and state.

3. Must have on file each year a physical examination slip which indicates that they are physically fit to participate in that sport.

4. Must follow all training and practice rules as established by the school and the individual coach of each sport.

5. Will be held financially responsible for the use and care of assigned equipment.

6. Must comply with the coach's rules and regulations for the team.

MICHIGAN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSN:

Summary of Eligibility Rules for Senior High School Students:

1. Read these rules carefully, and be sure you understand them.

2. If you have any questions ask your coach or athletic director BEFORE you participate and endanger your high school athletic eligibility.

The following requirements must be met to be eligible to represent your school in interscholastic athletics:

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ATHLETES

Philosophy

Powers Catholic athletes are expected to set an example of good citizenship and sportsmanship for their high school. The purpose of the athletic code is to help students develop self-control and self-discipline in establishing and maintaining acceptable behavioral standards.

Sportsmanship Responsibilities

Good sportsmanship is not an inborn quality, but it can be developed by following just a few simple guidelines. The basic fundamentals of good sportsmanship include the following expectations:

The Player
1. Treats opponents with respect.

2. Plays hard, but plays within the rules.

3. Exercises self-control at all times, setting the example for others to follow.

4. Respects officials and accepts their decisions without gesture or argument.

5. Wins without boasting, loses without excuses, and never quits.

6. Always remembers that it is a privilege to represent Powers Catholic High School and community.

The Spectator

1. Attempts to know and understand the rules of the contest.

2. Recognizes and appreciates the skills of all participating student-athletes.

3. Cooperates with and responds enthusiastically to cheerleaders.

4. Shows compassion for an injured player.

5. Applauds positives performance; does not heckle, jeer or distract athletes, and avoids use of profane and obnoxious language and/or behavior.

6. Respects the judgment and strategy of the coach and does not criticize the athletes or coaches for loss of a contest.

7. Respects property of others and authority of those who administer the contest.

8. Censures those whose behavior is unbecoming.

WINNING IS FOR A DAY;
SPORTSMANSHIP IS FOR A LIFETIME

Regulations for Athletics

An athlete may be suspended from participation in all athletic contests and practices for a definite period of time by the Athletic Director for persistent disobedience, gross misdemeanor, or actions that could be construed as detrimental to the athletic program of the school. Listed below are other violations for which an athlete could be suspended from competition.

1. Drinking, smoking and substance abuse

A 21-calendar-day suspension from all athletic competition and practice sessions will occur with the first offense. The suspension takes place immediately. If the offense comes with less than 21 calendar days remaining in a season, the suspension will be continued when the athlete’s name appears on a team roster for another season or sport. This does enable the athlete to try out for another sport during the suspended period of time. The suspension will begin with the first contracted contest of the succeeding sport when the suspension involves two sports.

If a second offense should occur within one calendar year to date of the first offense and each subsequent offense, a one calendar year suspension from the date of infraction will be involved. A student who is suspended for a first offense and does not commit another offense until after one calendar year will be treated as a first offense.

2. Civil or Criminal Law Violations

a. The Athletic Director and Principal will make disciplinary decisions in all cases of Civil or Criminal Law Violations involving other persons. (Stealing, breaking and entering, carrying concealed weapons, vandalism, assault, etc.)

b. Non victim violations of Civil or Criminal law (except smoking, drinking, and drug abuse) are to be handled by the Athletic Director and Principal only if flagrant and repeated enough to be a community problem.

3. Attendance at School

Athletes must be present for the entire school day in order to participate in practice or a game unless permission is granted by one of the school administrators.

4. Athletes Not Completing a Season with a Team

a. An athlete who elects not to complete the season on a team once the athlete has participated as a team member after the first scheduled contest cannot join another team during the season without the consent of both coaches and the Athletic Director.

b. If an athlete leaves the team due to injury or illness on a physician’s recommendation and later is certified as capable to participate in athletics, such athletes may rejoin the team, or if mutually agreed by coaches involved, any other team.

c. Special circumstances not included in the above items must be cleared through the Athletic Director. The Athletic Director’s judgment must be given weight when our rule and codes are not clear in special situations.

5. Suspension from School

Any athlete suspended or expelled from school is automatically suspended from all athletic squads during that period of time.

6. Theft

Any student-athlete who is caught stealing athletic equipment may be suspended from all athletic squads for a period of one year.

7. Losing Equipment

Any athlete losing equipment will not be allowed to participate on another athletic squad until the equipment is returned or compensation made. Each athlete accepts full responsibility for all athletic department equipment issued to him/her, and must return all items at the conclusion of the season or compensate for any stolen or lost equipment.

8. Athletic Practice and Vacations

It must be understood that practice for athletic teams in tightly controlled by beginning and ending dates of seasons, by schedules and by the need for proper physical conditioning.

If a student cannot attend early practice sessions or must miss part of a season due to family vacations, the student must realize that the chances of playing or making the team are greatly reduced. However, a coach may not dismiss or eliminate a player from the team for missing practice during a school scheduled vacation. Practice sessions and game/meet schedules cannot be arranged around vacations for individuals.

Maintaining proper physical conditioning dictates the need for practice during the various vacations that occur throughout the year.

Coaches will review the schedule for practice and games/meets at the beginning of a season. However, students who miss practices must earn their starting assignments or team position over again. No assignment or team position will be held for athletes while they are on vacation, nor will there be any other penalty given to the athlete.

9. Academic Eligibility for Athletes

The primary function of school is to provide students with a learning environment. It is the desire of the school that all students make use of this opportunity. With this goal in mind, academic eligibility requirements are in effect at Powers for all athletes. (See Academic Eligibility Policy , Page 11)

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