Tryout Dates, Guidelines and Season Information

Posted on: Tuesday, February 02, 2016

Tryout Guidelines and Evaluation Criteria SPRING 2016

1. Tryouts will start on Monday, February 22, 2016 at 3:30 pm.

2. Tryouts will be a minimum of 3 days (weather permitting it will be consecutive days).

3. Please bring a racquet, but if you do not have one Coach Palomo will have one for you to use for tryouts.

4. All athletes must have a current VHSL Physical (dated after May 1, 2015), Emergency Care Card, and completed Parent and Student Concussion Training in order to participate. Please contact the athletic trainer, Ms. Porter, with any questions. Click above "Files & Links" tab for all forms. VHSL Physical Form must be turned into the Athletic Office prior to coming out to tryout.

5. Criteria to be selected are:

   1. Varsity Tennis Skills right now.

   2. Projection to be able to play Varsity Level in the future (#6 seed with a .500 record in the District).

   3. Athletic Ability when it comes to playing tennis.

   4. Tennis hand/ eye coordination.

   5. Also considering being a Team Player, Leadership, Ability to learn and Attitude.

6. The number of students who make the tennis team will be at the discretion of the Coach.

7. Practice Commitments- Must be available every day for practice (3:30-5). Prior notice for Permission to the Coach to miss practice. Keep communicating with the Coach.

8. Players are expected to make every game.

9. You must be in good standing with FCPS and Lee High School.

10. You must follow the Extra-curricular participation policy.

COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE BOYS TENNIS TEAM

1. Each player who makes the team will need a tennis racquet (preferably 2) and a refillable water bottle.

2. A team uniform shirt and jacket may be provided but tennis shorts will not be provided. Shorts must have pockets.

3. A tennis stringing company we use can re-string a racquet for $15 ($10 if you provide your own strings). This had been an exceptional benefit for our team last year.

4. There are 2 shirts that need to be purchased: $35 total (optional hoodie for $35 more). They are available to view on our website (click "photos").

5. The team would like each member to donate, not required but suggested, $20 (or more) for the year for general expenses. You will receive a tax deduction receipt.

6. Team members take turns providing the team snack for each match.

One important value of sports is the realization that life is reflected in the athletic endeavor. Success is facilitated by:
1) being well-prepared.
2) maintaining a positive attitude.
3) developing a dedication to a cause.
4) establishing high standards of conduct and attitude. Athletics will prepare you for the challenges of adult life.

Interest Meeting, Wednesday, January 13, 3:15pm, Room 137

Posted on: Thursday, January 07, 2016

In order to tryout for the tennis team on Monday, February 22 at 3:30 pm these four tasks must be completed (All forms can be located by clicking the "Files & Links" tab above):

1. VHSL Physical

2. Student Concussion Online Education

3. Parent Concussion Online Education

4. Emergency Care Card

Numbers 2-4 take almost no time, just immediate effort. The VHSL physical must be completed and turned into the Athletics Office before tryouts. Make your Doctor's appointment as soon as possible or call around to all the different Urgent Cares/ CVS Minute Clinics for the lowest price sports physical (just advice). One Parent must complete the short concussion online education requirement. You can fill out the Emergency Care Card and drop it in the "Boys Tennis" box in the Athletics Office. Any questions you may have please click the "Coaches" tab above for my email.

TRYOUT GUIDELINES AND EVALUATION CRITERIA

Monday, February 22 3:30-5pm

Tuesday, February 23 3:30-5pm

Wednesday, February 24 4pm-5pm

 

Tryout Guidelines and Evaluation Criteria SPRING 2016

1. Tryouts will start on Monday, February 22, 2016.

2. Tryouts will be a minimum of 3 days

3. Criteria to be selected are:

   1. Varsity Tennis Skills right now

   2. Projection to be able to play Varsity Level in the future (#6 seed with a .500 record in the District)

   3. Accuracy, Athleticism and Mobility

   4. Also considering being a Team Player, Leadership, Ability to learn and Attitude.

   5. Practice Commitments- Must be available every day for practice (3:30-5). Prior notice for Permission to the Coach to miss practice. Keep communicating with the Coach.

   6. Players are expected to make every game.

   7. You must be in good standing with FCPS and Lee High School.

   8. You must follow the Extra-curricular participation policy.

We are going to have a great season!

See you at tryouts,

Coach Palomo