ATHLETIC PHILOSOPHY
1.) Statement of Philosophy
The Williams Athletic Program should provide a variety of experiences to enhance the development of favorable habits and attitudes that will prepare students for adult life in a democratic society.
The interscholastic athletic program shall be conducted in accordance with existing Board of Education policies, rules, and regulations. While the Board of Education takes great pride in winning, it does not condone “winning at any cost.” It discourages any and all pressures, which might lead to neglecting good sportsmanship and good mental health. At all times, the athletic program must be conducted in such a way that it is an educational activity.
2.) Athletic Goals and Objectives
Our Goal - The student-athlete shall become a more effective citizen in a democratic society. Our Specific Objectives - The student-athlete shall learn:
a) To work with others- In a democratic society, a person must develop self-discipline, respect for authority, and the spirit of hard work and sacrifice. The team and its objectives must be placed higher than personaldesires.
b) To be successful- Our society is very competitive. We do not always win, but we succeed when we continually strive to do so. You can learn to accept defeat only by striving to win with earnest dedication. Develop a desire to excel.
c) To develop sportsmanship. To accept any defeat like a true sportsman, knowing we have done our best, we must learn to treat others as we would have others treat us. We need to develop desirable social traits, including emotional control, honesty, cooperation, and dependability.
d) To improve. Continual improvement is an essential component of good citizenship. As an athlete, you must establish a goal, and you must constantly try to achieve that goal. Try to improve the skills and knowledge required and those personal traits that enhance the success of a team.
e) To enjoy athletics- It is necessary for athletes to enjoy participation, acknowledge all of the personal rewards to be derived from athletics, and give sufficiently of themselves in order to persevere and improve the program.
f) To develop desirable personal health habits. To be an active, contributing citizen, it is important to obtain a high degree of physical fitness through exercise and good health habits and to develop the desire to maintain this level of physical fitness after the formal competition has been completed.
3.) The Athletic League/Conference
Williams High School is a member of the Mid-Valley League. The league’s primary purpose is to promote selected interscholastic activities among member schools and the assurance of such advantages as may be gained by a union of effort.
4.) Williams High School Association Rules
(See respective state handbook for pertinent regulations)
To be eligible for interscholastic athletics, a high school student must meet the following state regulations:
a) Enrollment;
b) Age (not have reached his/her 19th birthday on or before June 15;
c) Physical Examinations;
d) Seasons of Competition;
e) Semesters of Enrollment (Scholarship);
f) Residence Requirements;
g) Transfers;
h) Guardianship;
i) Awards;
j) Amateur Practices;
k) have not competed on any outside team in the same sport during the school season of that sport;
I) Undue Influence (Recruiting)