Student-Athlete Handbook 2016-2017
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STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK 2016-2017 Director’s Message Welcome to the Gryphon family. I hope and trust that your experiences at the University of Guelph will be productive, challenging and rewarding. It is our mission to provide you with the opportunities to excel in your academic and athletic endeavours. We also want you to have a rewarding experience, have fun and make new friends in the process. This handbook will guide you through your career as a Gryphon. It is important that you read it carefully to ensure that you are always in compliance with policies and procedures set out by the University of Guelph, Ontario University Athletics (OUA) and the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS). The handbook will also provide you with information to help you access assistance with your academic programs, so please make sure to read. Now that you are a Gryphon student-athlete you will have a higher public profile than most students. Much will be expected of you and you will need to manage your time and your conduct carefully. You are the face of the Department of Athletics and the image that you present will enhance the Gryphon brand and will benefit everyone in the university and in the community. You are ambassadors for your sport and you inherit a rich tradition of excellence established by those who came before you. You will leave a legacy that will help others to achieve their goals in the future and you will become a proud alumnus knowing that you have contributed to the growth of the Gryphon programs. I wish you all the very best for your upcoming year. Regards, Scott McRoberts Director of Athletics 1 Athletics Mission Statement We are committed to building healthier bodies and stronger minds, leading to enhanced academic performance, personal growth, empowerment and the development of the whole person. The Department of Athletics contributes to the education process, by delivering a diverse spectrum of physical activities, encompassing instruction, self-directed recreation, group endeavours, lifestyle & health initiatives, and high performance opportunities. Goals The Department of Athletics achieves this mission by addressing the following goals: • enhancing personal development • enhancing personal health and well-being • promoting skill development, related to both physical and life skills • promoting cooperative learning opportunities through team work • providing high performance opportunities • providing opportunities to experience competition • providing opportunities for participants to challenge their own limits • promoting the development of leadership • providing opportunities to gain administrative, teaching and supervisory experience • enhancing and promoting community spirit • promoting development in the local and sports communities 2 ATHLETICS STAFF DIRECTORY Director of Athletics - Scott McRoberts ext. 56593 [email protected] Assistant Director of Athletics - Sarah Mau ext. 52124 [email protected] Administrative Assistant - Lorraine Hammond ext. 56133 [email protected] INTERCOLLEGIATE Manager - Angela Orton ext. 53555 [email protected] Intercollegiate Coordinator - Michelle Turley ext. 53799 [email protected] Intercollegiate Assistant - Skye Angus ext. 56134 [email protected] Head Athletic Therapist - Gunner Obrascovs ext. 53951 [email protected] Assistant Athletic Therapist - Judy Lynch ext. 53522 [email protected] Strength and Conditioning Coach - Josh Ford ext. 53305 [email protected] COACHES Baseball - Matt Griffin ext. 56134 [email protected] Basketball - Men - Chris O’Rourke ext. 58916 [email protected] Basketball - Women - Mark Walton ext. 52742 [email protected] Cross Country - Men & Women Dave Scott-Thomas ext. 53430 [email protected] Field Hockey - Michelle Turley ext. 53799 [email protected] Figure Skating - Janet Gibson ext. 56134 [email protected] Football - Kevin MacNeill ext. 52590 [email protected] Football - Defensive Coordinator Adam Grandy [email protected] Football - Offensive Coordinator Todd Galloway ext. 54049 [email protected] Golf - Men & Women Brandon McLeod ext. 56134 [email protected] Hockey - Men Shawn Camp ext. 52154 [email protected] Hockey - Women Rachel Flanagan ext. 53335 [email protected] Lacrosse - Men Sam Kosakowski ext. 58463 [email protected] Lacrosse - Women Staci Morris ext. 56134 [email protected] Nordic Skiing - Men & Women TBA ext. 56134 [email protected] Rowing - Men & Women Dave Leger ext. 56134 [email protected] Rugby - Men Cory Hector ext. 52168 [email protected] Rugby - Women Colette McAuley ext. 56134 [email protected] Soccer - Men Keith Mason ext. 53974 [email protected] Soccer - Women Randy Ragan ext. 56134 [email protected] 3 Swimming - Men & Women ext. Don Burton 56155 [email protected] Track and Field - Men & Women Dave Scott-Thomas ext. 53430 [email protected] Volleyball - Men Cal Wigston ext. 52224 [email protected] Volleyball - Women Paul Funk ext. 58464 [email protected] Wrestling - Men & Women Doug Cox ext. 53405 [email protected] FITNESS & RECREATION Manager - Dave Trudelle ext. 54297 [email protected] Fitness & Recreation Program Assistant - Melinda Botter ext.56132 [email protected] Aquatics & Safety Certifications Supervisor - Beth Fisher ext.52220 [email protected] Fitness Program Supervisor - Lynne Skilton-Hayes ext. 52670 [email protected] Fitness Program Coordinator - Leslie Clarke ext. 56323 [email protected] Martial Arts & Sports Supervisor - Justin Toth ext. 53763 [email protected] Recreation Drop in Supervisor - Beth Fisher ext.52220 [email protected] INTRAMURALS AND SPORTS CLUBS Intramural, Clubs & Community Leagues Supervisor - Justin Toth ext. 53763 [email protected] Intramural, Clubs & Community Leagues Coordinator - Sarah Cahill ext. 53738 [email protected] CAMPS Camps Supervisor - Justin Toth ext. 53763 [email protected] Camps Coordinator - Sarah Cahill ext. 53738 [email protected] Registration - Sarah Cahill ext. 56131 [email protected] CLIENT SERVICES Manager - Sarah Mau ext. 52124 [email protected] Client Services Supervisor - Adam Bailey ext. 54001 [email protected] Client Services Front Desk ext. 56253 [email protected] BUSINESS OFFICE Manager - Rob Laird ext. 52160 [email protected] Business Clerk - Kate Horvath ext. 56136 [email protected] 4 FACILITIES Manager - Bill Clausen ext. 52610 [email protected] Assistant Manager - Business Development Frank Cain ext. 52734 [email protected] Facility Supervisor - Athletics Centre and Facility Booking Office Andrew Godard ext. 58863 [email protected] Facility Supervisor - Gryphon Field House & Alumni Stadium Cameron Lawrie ext. 56140 [email protected] Facility Supervisor - Gryphon Centre (Arena) Jordan Grau ext. 53607 [email protected] Facility Booking Clerk - Rebecca Best ext. 53790 [email protected] MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS Manager - Dave Easter ext. 53130 [email protected] Media Relations & Communications Officer - Michelle Pino ext. 53159 [email protected] Marketing Relations & Communications Officer - Amber Paxton ext. 52231 [email protected] Event & Community Relations Coordinator - Nathan Young ext. 53354 [email protected] External Relations & Events Officer - Jennifer Green ext. 56027 [email protected] Video Co-ordinator - TBA ext. 53782 STUDENT AFFAIRS ADVANCEMENT Senior Development Manager - Cory Hector ext. 52168 [email protected] 5 Student-Athlete Information To Do List Feeling Overwhelmed? Follow this to do list and you will be well on your way to effectively managing a successful season as a student-athlete. 1. Read the Student-Athlete Handbook at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/athlete/ 2. Fill out the Health and Waiver Form at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/athlete/ 3. Fill out OUA/CIS Eligibility Form at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/athlete/ 4. Fill out the Code of Conduct Form at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/athlete/ 5. Fill out the Media Form at: https://www.uoguelph.ca/athlete/ 6. Pay your Varsity Fee and take advantage of the Strength & Conditioning and Cardio rooms. 7. Take the mandatory online CCES Drug Education Course on drug education and awareness of CIS and OUA Regulations. 8. Attend all of your classes, and ensure that you receive the course outline at the start of each semester. 9. Record all of your tests, midterms, assignments, games, and tournaments in your planner. 10. Midterm conflicts should be identified at the beginning of the semester when you receive the course handouts. Make arrangements with your professor for any conflicts as soon as possible. 11. There are many services available for academic advising. If you are falling behind visit the Academic Advising website at: http://www.uoguelph.ca/uaic/ 12. Apply for bursaries and scholarships that are available to all students as well as those specifically for athletes. 13. Review tips for interviews with news and sports reporters. 14. Review the Social Media Policy. 15. Review the Twitter Guide. 16. Get involved with our community programs. 6 Code of Conduct Members of Gryphon Intercollegiate Teams are ambassadors for the University of Guelph. The efforts, accomplishments and deportment of our student-athletes are a source of pride for the entire University Community. Membership on our teams is a privilege - not a right. Players, coaches, and team staff members are expected to conduct themselves responsibly and in a manner consistent with the values of the University of Guelph, in competition, in practice and in all public forums. Coaches have a particular duty to demonstrate and maintain