Parent/Coach Communication

COMMUNICATING WITH THE COACH

 

We are very pleased that your student has chosen to participate in the Huntington Beach High School Athletic Program.  HBHS has earned respect around the state for the hard play of its athletes and the sponsorship of its players, coaches, and fans.

 

We will do all we can to provide a positive experience for your athlete.  To support this experience we have found it imperative to establish open lines of communication early in the season.  This allows for quick resolution to questions before they become issues.

 

COMMUNICATION YOU SHOULD EXPECT FROM YOUR ATHLETE'S COACH

 

  • Philosophy of the Coach
  • Expectations the Coach has for your athlete
  • Locations and times of practices and contests
  • Team rules/requirements
  • Participant conduct of code and consequences for not following these guidelines
  • Procedure that should occur in the event your athlete is injured
  • Responsibility for unreturned or lost equipment after the season
  • Communication concerning your athlete's role on the team

 

COMMUNICATION COACHES EXPECT FROM PARENTS

 

  • Questions or concerns expressed directly to the coach
  • Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance
  • Information about the health or well-being of your athlete

As your son or daughter becomes involved in the various athletic programs at Huntington Beach High School, he/she will experience some of the most rewarding moments in his/her life.  It is important to remember that at times, things may not go the way that your son/daughter wishes.  At these times, discussions with the coach by your son/daughter may be the quickest, most effective way to clear up the issue and avoid any misunderstandings.

 

APPROPRIATE CONCERNS TO DISCUSS WITH HIGH SCHOOL COACHES

 

  • The treatment of your athlete, physically and mentally
  • Ways/methods to help your athlete improve
  • Clarification about the expectations of your athlete
  • Concerns about your athlete's behavior or safety

 

INAPPROPRIATE CONCERNS

 

  • Playing time
  • Team strategy
  • Play calling
  • Matters concerning other students or athletes

 

MEETING PROCEDURE

 

  • First your son/daughter talk with the coach about his/her questions or concerns
  • If you need to speak with a coach, set up an appointment.  Please do not approach the coach before, during, or after a contest or practice.

 

MEETING PROGRESSION FOR CONCERN RESOLUTION

 

  1. Lower level Head Coach (if appropriate)
  2. Head Varsity Coach
  3. Athletic Director
  4. Assistant Principal/Athletics
  5. Principal

 

PARENTAL SUPPORT

 

Help your student athlete before, during, and after competitions:

 

BEFORE -- Know their goals, roles and needs and accept them.

DURING -- Model poise, confidence, and good sportsmanship.  Focus on our team.

AFTER -- Give them all the time and space they need.  Be a confidence builder.

 

OILER PRIDE

 

We believe that we must all work together to support the efforts of players and to increase the enjoyment of interscholastic athletics.  We must support the efforts of the community, school and program for everyone's benefit.  Thank you for your consideration for our athletes, coaches, officials, and fans.

 

PARENT/GUARDIAN CODE OF CONDUCT

 

  1. Provide positive support, care, and encouragement to your student athlete and his/her team.
  2. Demonstrate good sportsmanship toward the visiting team, their coaches, officials, and their fans.
  3. Maintain positive behavior and attitude at all athletic contests.
  4. Respect the position and professionalism of game officials.
  5. Refrain from the use of foul language.
  6. Refrain from yelling criticism at athletes, coaches, or teams.
  7. Refrain from making derogatory comments to players, other parents, spectators, game officials, or school administrators.
  8. Allow the coach to be responsible for your athlete during practice, games, or team related activities.
  9. Assist in providing for your athlete's safety and welfare.
  10. Abide by and support any rules, guidelines or policies of Huntington Beach High School, Huntington Beach Union High School District, and California Interscholastic Federation.

 

HBHS ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

 

The intent of the Huntington Beach Athletic Department is to facilitate and enrich the education and personal growth of its students through their participation in competitive CIF athletics.  We are committed to "Pursuing Victory with Honor" and providing opportunity to dramatically influence the actions of the Athletic community.  We strive to promote the concepts of sportsmanship, honesty, and quality academics.

 

TRAVEL

 

Athletes are required to travel to contests on district transportation.  Any variation of this policy must be approved by the coach prior to event and can only include that parent's/guardian's athlete.

 

CHECK US OUT

 

To find out more about our athletic programs, as well as Huntington Beach High School in general, please visit our web site at www.hboilers.com.

 

You will find under athletic information links to schedules, coach contact numbers, summer camps, physicals, eligibility, our voluntary drug testing program, and much more.

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