PARENT INFORMATION SHEET
Leadership Team: 1) Matt Courtney 2) Pastor Joe Mcadams and others TBA
* Contact Info: mattcourtney85@gmail.com, Facebook Message: Dive Christian Church or Matt Courtney or mattcourtney85@gmail.com
Why choose HOOPS FOR CHRIST at Dive CC?
1) The mission of HOOPS FOR CHRIST is to connect children and their parents to God and to one another through athletics. We provide a safe environment where high-quality sport skills are taught while displaying Christian principles.
2) Although we provide a competitive environment, winning is not the focus. Winning happens as a by-product of teaching great skills, teamwork and character.
3) You’ll find us different than other kids’ leagues. We provide top-notch coaching, great facilities, new equipment, and sweet jerseys but also add a character-building component to all practices and games.
What can I expect from the coach?
1) HOOPS FOR CHRIST coaches are not professional coaches but they desire to teach the sport to your child/ children and will communicate effectively with you and your child. All coaches have had stringent background checks, and have pledged to coach under the HOOPS FOR CHRIST mission.
2) Your coach will prepare your team to compete each week and is directed to play every player about half the game unless there are circumstances that don't allow for such.
3) Your coach has committed to treating officials and others with respect and to interact appropriately with everyone during games.
4) Your coach will lead with a Christ-like attitude.
What do I need to know about practice?
1) Double check that your child has all equipment necessary before practice.
*Water bottles,
*Athletic shoes (No shoes with mud on them, No HEY DUDES or the like)
*Practices are one of these days; Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays.
What do I need to know about game days?
1) Games are Saturday mornings. Please arrive 15 minutes early so your child can warm up and receive proper pre-game instruction from the coach. HOOPS strives to keep games on time. When kids are on time, the game schedule progresses as planned.
Every court/field has a designated area for players, coaches and fans during games. With the exception of an injury, we ask parents to stay in the designated area for fans while the game is in progress.
*ALSO PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW YOUR KIDS TO WONDER THROUGHOUT THE CHURCH. UPSTAIRS IS OFF LIMITS DURING HOOPS. THE GYM, ENTRANCE, AND HALLWAY ARE THE ONLY AREAS WE SHOULD BE OCCUPYING.
* DOOR 2 is the ONLY ENTRANCE on game day.
2) Parents or guardians must remain on campus while their child is participating in sporting events. (includes practices and games)
3) Parents are to be respectful toward the coaches and officials at all times. Any bad language or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and could result in your being asked to leave the complex.
4) The use of alcohol and tobacco products is strictly prohibited.
5) Pets are not allowed.
What do I do if my child is sick?
If child has fever, vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours, please stay home and inform your coach.
Frequently asked questions:
- What days and times will my child practice? MONDAY TO FRIDAY except Wednesdays Practice times are 5:30 and 8:30.
- Can I request a practice day or time? We will do our best to accommodate a requested practicevnight. However, coach and age division availability will affect that.
- Can I request a coach? Parents have the ability to request a coach. We will use a first come firstserve basis until all the roster spots are filled. If you have a coach in mind, contact them as soon as possible.
- How are the teams determined? We have a draft night and do our best to seperate teams evenly while taking in all considerations
- How long is the season? The season begins the first saturday in Feb and goes for 6 weeks.
- How are the coaches chosen? VOLUNTEERS!!!!!! All of our coaches are volunteers and are required to submit to a thorough background check.
- How competitive is HOOPS FOR CHRIST is a developmental league. We stress the development of basic skills through competition. We expect the teams to compete hard and try to win the game in a fair manner. A major aspect of sports is learning how to win and how to lose. Winning is a product of hard work, preparation, and execution of basic skills. All players must play at least half the game.
- What opportunities are there for me to volunteer? We have coaching, refereeing, concessions, scorekeeping, and clean up and setup crews and more!! We are always in need of more volunteers.