PURPOSE - The purpose of a Panther parent is to support all Panther athletes in their attempt to be their best. Make sure your athlete understands that win or lose, you love him/her. Don't relive your own athletic past through your student-athlete.

RESPECT - Treat the opponents, coaches, players and officials with respect. Control your emotions at games and events.

IMPROVEMENT - Find improvment in the program and your athlete each and every day. Searching for and sharing the good can make the ride home enjoyable. Be realistic about your student-athletes ability. Help them set realistic goals.

DISCIPLINE - The KEY!!! Trust the adults in your athlete's life. Trust yourself to let him/her grow into a young adult. Refrain from talking bad about a coach, player or program. Don't coach him/her during halftime or after the game. Support, encourage and find the good! It takes discipline. Be a positive role model. Be sensible, responsible and keep your priorities in order!!

EXCELLENCE - WE CAN ACHIEVE this!!! It starts with you!!! I challenge you to be an EXCELLENT parent!

I challenge our families to LIVE the P.R.I.D.E.

When you think you have a concern, a legitimate concern, follow the protocol listed below !!

We need parents to :

Attend the kickoff/parent meeting at the beginning of each season to receive the following communicaions from the coach:

1. Philosophy

2. Expectations and goals for the athletes, team and season.

3. Locations and times for practices.

4. Team requirements including equipment needed, strength and conditioning programs, weekend activities, etc.

5. Injury procedures.

6. Team Rules, guidelines and consequences.

7. Lettering criteria

8. Team selection process

Communications that Coaches Expect from Athletes and Parents:

1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach.

2. Notification of any schedule conflicts in advance.

3. Notification of illness or injury as soon as possible.

Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with the Coach:

1. The treatment of YOUR student-athlete.

2. Ways to help your student-athlete improve.

3. Concerns about your student-athlete behavior.

Conversations that are NOT allowed with a coach:

1. Team Selection

2. Playing time

3. Team strategy

4. Play calling

5. Other student-athletes

Protocol for Athlete / Parent / Coach / Administrator Communication:

1. The athlete should discuss his/her concerns directly to his/her coach.

2. If the coach is an assistant, talk to the head coach as well.

3. If there is NO resolution, parents may set up an appointment to talk with the coaches in question.

4. If there is NO resolution, athletes and parents may set up an appointment to talk with the athletic director.