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Any successful business/team has a specific culture. A culture is a set of shared attitudes, values, goals and practices that characterizes what we are about. As a coaching staff we want all everyone on the team to know what our culture is. CULTURE MAKES YOU WHO YOU ARE. When you hear a coach or teammate say “Do What We Do” we are referring to our culture and how we should be following it.
 * __ CULTURE __**

“Do What We Do” meaning we are focused on Wagner Basketball and what it emphasizes. Are we getting to school on time, listening and being respectful, being honest, being a servant leader, looking at someone when they are talking to you, walling up on defense, blocking out, chinning the ball, sprinting cuts, taking good shots, being a good teammate, ect.? **Are you doing the little things necessary to make Wagner Basketball better every day?**

We envision a culture where student athletes are proud of Wagner High School and have positive personal, social and civic values that foster academic and athletic success. We will create lasting beliefs and values for our student athletes.
 * __ VISION __**

We are deeply passionate about player development in the game of life and basketball through a comprehensive system of play that our team can execute efficiently. This will allow us to experience the consistent results of competing and winning championships on and off the court
 * __ PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT __**


 * __ CORE VALUES __**

We believe the promotion and enhancement of student learning and personal development is the primary purpose of athletics. We believe student learning and personal development includes the development of intellectual, emotional, social, physical and ethical capacities. The coaching staff will acknowledge and emphasize the twelve core values in every team practice, event and game. The core values are instrumental for lifelong success and helping our athletes become role model citizens. Our message is much larger than the game of basketball! We want to prepare our student athletes for the real world. Anything that can be done to improve the character of our student athletes and team increases our chances for success. The following core values will be taught and addressed in all that we do:
 * • FAMILY • INTEGRITY • TEAMWORK • COMMITMENT • SERVANT LEADERSHIP • PASSION**


 * • TOUGHNESS • WORK ETHIC • SELFLESS • COMPETITIVE • COMMUNICATION • RESPECTFUL**

Any path that leads to success has a strong and sturdy foundation. These 12 core values will be the cement that holds our **2015-16 Critical Path** together. With these values in place and highlighted, the tactical performance goals and academic goals will be obtainable. WINNING will occur!


 * __ PROGRAM OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES FOR STUDENTS __**
 * 1)** **// Instill //**** hard work and accountability in each student athlete so they can maximize their full potential in the classroom, on the basketball court and the game of life. **
 * 2)** **// Prepare //**** each student athlete for the real world by holding them accountable to our program core values of family, integrity, leadership, commitment, toughness, respect, selfless, teamwork, communication and confidence. **
 * 3)** **// Ensure //**** each student athlete is taking care of business in the classroom before they have the privilege to play high school basketball. **
 * 4)** **// Create //**** a family atmosphere for all past, current and future Wagner boys’ basketball players. **
 * 5)** **// Set //**** specific, measureable and attainable individual life goals, academic goals, tactical performance goals and team goals along with implementing an action plan for all four areas to be achieved. **
 * 6)** **// Educate //**** and counsel our student athletes about career choices and internships preparing them for the future. **
 * 7)** **// Map-out //**** and follow our 2015-16 Critical Path to ensure individual and team success. **
 * 8)** **// Develop //**** and improve each player’s basketball skill and IQ through a comprehensive system of play so they can become the best player they are capable of becoming. **
 * 9)** **// Master //**** the fundamentals of the game of basketball by giving 110% effort during practice and skill workouts to fully prepare for game play. **
 * 10)** **// Upgrade //**** the respectability of the Wagner Basketball Program in state of South Dakota **
 * 11)** **// Establish //**** an attitude and tradition that will attract students to want to participate in the basketball program at Wagner High School. **
 * 12)** **// Display //**** a winning attitude through the development of team “chemistry” and unity. **
 * 13)** **// Build //**** positive relationships with Wagner faculty, students, and the surrounding community. **
 * 14)** **// Become //**** servant leaders in our community by conducting volunteer work, clinics and camps. **
 * 15)** **// Compete //**** and win the Region Championship **

2015-16 CRITICAL PATH
 * TACTICAL ||
 * MASTERING FUNDAMENTALS ||
 * EXECUTING 10 DEFENSIVE COMMANDMENTS ||
 * DOMINATE REBOUNDING ||
 * UP-TEMPO & HARD TO GUARD TEAM OFFENSE ||
 * SKILLED, CONFIDENT & CLUTCH SHOOTERS ||
 * ATTACK, DRAW FOULS & MAXIMIZE FREE-THROW OPPORTUNITIES ||
 * VALUE THE BALL & MINIMIZE TURNOVERS ||
 * FINSH & EXECUTE SUCCESSFULLY UNDER PRESSURE ||
 * ACADEMIC ||
 * TEAM AND INDIVIDUAL GPA ||||||  || Your credentials in the classroom will take you further and last longer than any success that you might encounter on the court. (goal = Team GPA 3.0+, Individual GPA = 2.0+) ||
 * MENTAL ||
 * ROUTINES |||||| Breathing, emotional control, performance routines (e.g., stretching before and after practice, warm-ups), pre – during – post. Self Talk ||
 * GOAL SETTING |||||| Academic goals, life goals, team goals and on the basketball court performance goals with action plans will be mapped out on paper and monitored monthly until achieved ||
 * MOTIVATION |||||| Themes and phases throughout the year with an emphasis on team building. ||
 * FUNCTIONAL & FITNESS ||
 * NUTRITION |||||| Fueled for optimal performance (goal = 4-6 healthy meals per day) ||
 * SLEEP |||||| Consistent and in bed early. (goal = 8-10 hours per night) ||
 * STRENGHT & ENDURACE ||||||  |||| Building strength throughout the year. This will be accomplished by players attending the weight room sessions when assigned. Play longer and harder than everyone. (goal = 5-6 hrs./week) ||
 * RANGE OF MOTION ||||||  || Flexibility. Pre-practice and pre-game Dynamic Warm-up…Post-practice and game cool down Dynamic Warm-up. (yes or no) ||   ||
 * CORE VALUES = CHARACTER GROWTH ||
 * FAMILY |||| INTEGRITY || LEADERSHIP || COMMITMENT ||
 * TOUGHNESS |||| RESPECTFUL || SELFLESS || LOYALTY ||
 * TEAMWORK |||| WORK ETHIC || COMMUNICATION || SPORTSMANSHIP ||
 * ACCOUNTABILITY |||| COMPETITVE || PASSION || CONFIDENT ||
 * TEAMWORK |||| WORK ETHIC || COMMUNICATION || SPORTSMANSHIP ||
 * ACCOUNTABILITY |||| COMPETITVE || PASSION || CONFIDENT ||

We are smart, aggressive, up-tempo, tough minded, well conditioned, unselfish, and our disposition is to ATTACK in all that we do!
 * OF A PENINSULA BASKEBTALL //PLAYER// **
 * 1. Give //110% effort// and try your best in all that you do. **


 * 2. Tell the truth and make //no excuses// regardless of the circumstances. **


 * 3. Be a sponge and become a //lifelong learner//. **


 * 4. Maintain a //positive mental attitude// and body language. **


 * 5. Represent yourself, your family and Peninsula High School in a //first class manner// at all times. **


 * 6. Understand your role on the team, take great pride in it and focus on //team goals// more than individual goals. **


 * 7. //Care// about your teammates, take responsibility for their wellbeing and treat them as family. **


 * 8. //Attack// in everything you do! //Finish// everything you begin! **


 * 9. Take //care of your body// along with staying dedicated to the ball and weight room. **


 * 10. Believes that //team defense wins championships// and is entirely committed to development in this area. **
 * __ IDENTITY OF A PENINSULA BASKEBTALL //COACH// __**
 * 1. Coaches are servant leaders and responsible role models. __Coaches are not buddies or friends to the players.__ Our role is much larger than that! **


 * 2. Our coaches believe that players are sons first, students second and athletes third. **


 * 3. Professional and honest in all relationships. **


 * 4. Teach each player with respect. **


 * 5. Thoroughly communicate role on and off of the court. **


 * 6. Loyal to each player in public and in private. **


 * 7. Evaluate each player’s basketball talent. **


 * 8. Guide each player to achieve their goals through leadership and training. **


 * 9. Enhance each player’s basketball skill set. **


 * 10. Personally assist each player now and after graduation in any way possible. **


 * 11. Make decisions on what is best for the team. **


 * 12. Provide discipline and structure for each player and help them mature and grow as a young man. **


 * 13. Work each player outside of his comfort zone in practice to prepare for the ultimate goal. **


 * 14. To make Peninsula Boys’ Basketball a positive and memorable experience. **


 * 15. Firm, fair and consistent regarding discipline. **


 * 16. Set high standards for our players in the classroom, basketball court and in life. **


 * __ COACH-PLAYER-PARENT COMMUNICATIONS __**

Our goal as a staff is to **promote a family atmosphere** where all parents and students are comfortable. The coaching staff will strive to make sure all of the parents and students are on the same page.

Communication throughout the entire year is vital for successful parent and student relations with the coaching staff. Communication is important for successful player development on and off of the basketball court too. Great teams begin with great parents! **Coach Davies will have an “open door policy” for students.** We encourage any student that has an issue with their coach to reach out to the coach to find a resolution (i.e., 3-Step Wagner Basketball Communication Process). However, there will be a communication process that all students, parents and coaches need to follow.
 * 3-STEP WAGNER BASKETBALL COMMUNICATION PROCESS **
 * STEP 1 ** à ** Student meets with head coach **
 * STEP 2 ** à ** Student and parent meet with head coach **
 * STEP 3 ** à ** Student, parent and coach meet with the athletic director **

Students are expected to meet with Coach Davies first, if they have an issue or problem. If a Coach receives a point of contact (e.g., in-person, email, phone call) from a parent/family member before hearing from the student, the coach will politely ask that their student comes to the coach first – as directed in the 3-Step Wagner Basketball Communication Process. This process streamlines the communication process and promotes accountability to all students within the Wagner High School boys’ basketball program.

There will be times during the season when a parent or player may be confused about why something happens the way it does. Please remember that knowledge is the best way to find a solution. There are many things that are part of the game plan that are not seen or heard during a game. These instructions take place at practice, in the locker room, on the bus, film session, or in the huddle on the floor. The only way to be clear about what is happening on the floor during a game is to get all of the information so that a clear judgment can be made. This is why we stress that players come see Coach Davies if they are confused about their role, playing time, etc.

Remember, immediately following a game, win or lose, is a tough time to talk to the coach. Usually the coach, player and parent are very emotional. Please adhere to the “24-hour” rule. Wait until the next day to contact the coach with an issue. Usually by then, both sides might be more rational and able to find a solution to the problem. Coach Davies prefers communicating **in person** rather than over the phone or email. If we cannot meet in person, speaking over the phone is the second best way to communicate. //Email and text messaging is the last form of communication//, if we cannot find a time to meet or speak over the phone.
 * __ 24-HOURS __**

Player Evaluations We will begin practice on Monday November 30th. There will be morning practices the first week and 2 days of the second week. These practices start at 6:30 which means players should be in the school by 6:15 and ready to go by 6:30. Failure to attend morning practices will result in less playing time and extra conditioning.

It is our goal to give every student a fair and honest evaluation. Therefore each student will be evaluated based on five factors that we feel are extremely important in order to produce a successful basketball program at the high school level.

The five factors are //academics, basketball skill, basketball IQ, coach-ability and character.// A description of each area is found on the following page. Please note that these areas are used as a means to help with the process of elimination. However, students must first and foremost demonstrate the ability to competitively play basketball at the high school level; otherwise they will not be a candidate for team placement.

Important Factors Players can control

If you as a player show up every day, get your homework done and remain positive you will be rewarded.

Having players show up to practice- we as coaches can’t make sure the players are at practice whether it be due to ICU, not getting up in time or just skipping, we need players at practice. This has been a major obstacle of Wagner Basketball in the past. Our biggest problem days are days we do not have school, Saturdays, Christmas Break Days, ect…

Players grades and not doing homework- if players are failing classes they can’t play. If players are consistently on ICU they miss practice time and are getting passed up by teammates.

Players attitudes- we need to help each other, we need to play together and help each other get better.
 * __ COACHES CRITERIA FOR PLAYER EVALUATION __**

Each player in our program is a STUDENT-athlete. Being members of our basketball program is a bi-product of the educational institution of WHS. Therefore the expectation is that each player adheres to and exceeds the eligibility requirements set forth by the SDHSAA, Wagner School District and Wagner High School. If a student is NOT eligible academically, then they cannot play. Academics will take precedence to athletics in our program.
 * 1. //ACADEMICS// **

Student-athletes will be critiqued on whether or not they have the skill to play competitive high school basketball. Skill refers to their ability to defend, shoot, pass, dribble, rebound, and demonstrate high level fundamentals.
 * 2. //SKILL (Approx. Weight Assessed = 70%)// **

Refers to the student-athletes’ knowledge of the game. This is critical as each player will need to blend their skills and talents into an organized and structured setting. Our program will challenge these athletes mentally as they will be introduced to a wide variety of concepts, terminologies, and schemes.
 * 3. //BASKETBALL IQ// **

Our coaching staff is looking for young men who will accept our teaching and coaching. We expect every player to respect the decisions that we make as coaches, have a willingness to be taught and coached, and follow the philosophy of our program at all times. Attitude is extremely important within our program! Is yours worth catching?
 * 4. //COACH-ABILITY & ATTITUDE// **

It is our philosophy to keep student-athletes who will represent Wagner High School, themselves, and their family with the utmost character. It is a belief of our coaching staff that the avenue of sport more than any other source demonstrates the true character of human beings. Therefore, we want our players to be self-less, encouraging to teammates, respectful of our opponents, officials, and fans, and have a genuine joy to compete in the game of basketball.
 * 5. //CHARACTER// **


 * //__ PROGRAM GUIDELINES & EXPECTATIONS __//**


 * __ ACADEMICS __**


 * In keeping with the belief that participation in athletics is a privilege and not a right, certain standards of eligibility have been established by the South Dakota Activities Association (SDHSAA). The Wagner High School boys’ basketball program will endorse and implement the SDHSAA rules and regulations along with the Wagner School District and W.H.S. academic policy for participation.


 * While we are aware of the important role that athletics play in the development of students, we are also committed to the philosophy that the primary purpose of our program is to academically prepare students to become productive citizens upon graduation.


 * As a team, we strive for excellence and have a team goal of a 3.0+ GPA each season.


 * The coaching staff will work with each student athlete to ensure they receive the necessary educational assistance. Setting specific and realistic expectations is important for individual and team success. On the basketball court and in the classroom, student athletes must learn to expand their capabilities to achieve their goals and aspirations. Our goal is to ensure our team is fully prepared for life beyond high school.


 * Class truancy (skipping class) will result in disciplinary action, whether an entire class was skipped or just a portion. This consequence will be similar to an unexcused absence at practice.


 * Each player must attend all classes in order to participate in practice or a game that day. Exceptions are made for appointments or pre-arranged absences.


 * Failure to perform in the classroom may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff.


 * Failure to perform in the classroom may also affect the coaching staff’s decisions when teams are assigned at the beginning of the season.

We have a **//ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY//** for hazing. Players are expected to follow all State and Federal laws along with Wagner School District and Wagner High School policies. On top of facing punishment from the police, school district and W.H.S.; players who break this policy may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff.
 * __ HAZING __**


 * DRUGS & ALCOHOL **


 * Players are expected to follow all State and Federal laws regarding drugs and alcohol along with Wagner School District and Wagner High School policies.
 * On top of facing punishment from the police, school district and W.H.S.; players who break this policy may result in dismissal or suspension from the team at the discretion of the coaching staff.


 * Players are expected to come forward and speak to Coach Davies regarding any laws/policies that are broken regarding drugs and alcohol. We will not tolerate players hiding their issues.


 * __ PRACTICE __**
 * Players are expected to trust and listen to their coaches to learn; never negatively question a coach on the court or in public. However, players are expected to ask clarification questions regarding basketball skills, concepts, etc.
 * Players are expected not to leave the floor without permission from the coach.
 * Players are expected to refrain from negative comments, trash talking and or physical confrontations with teammates.
 * Players are expected to demonstrate a positive mental attitude along with positive and inspiring body language. Players that showcase a negative attitude will lose the privilege to practice and play games.
 * Players are expected to compete with a consistent and maximum effort.
 * Players are expected to improve their skill set each night before they walk off the hardwood.
 * Players are expected to hustle in drills and never loaf on the hardwood.
 * Players are expected to be on the floor at least 15 minutes prior to the start of practice.
 * ** Players are expected to wear their Wagner Basketball reversible practice jersey, failure to do so will result in extra conditioning **
 * Players will not be shooting half-court or non-game shots before or during practice.
 * Players are expected to keep their backpack and personal items (i.e., cell phone, laptop, iPod, iPad, etc.) locked up inside their locker in the team locker room. The Coaching Staff is not responsible for lost or stolen goods.


 * __ …PRACTICE __**
 * Players are expected to know the difference between “hurt” and “injured.” Hurt means you have obvious pain but you are capable to continue playing because the pain is manageable. Injured means you have pain that is not manageable and beyond your pain threshold where you need to seek medical attention.
 * Players that are considered “injured” will not be cleared to practice until the Team Physician approves.
 * ** These players are still part of the team and are expected to come to all practices, sit on the bench during games and participate in all team activities **
 * Players are expected to ice after practice or during practice if they are injured.
 * Players are expected to take care of school property and equipment including the locker room, AUX gym, main gym, bathroom, etc. No spitting or gum tossing in gym. We will clean the gym of all garbage after each practice.
 * Players are expected to attend every regular and post-season practice. Excused absences will be given out to players who contact Coach Davies or Coach Kirwan **in advance** with a realistic reason. Contacting. Unrealistic reasons are going to another sports game, going to a girlfriend’s house, going to the weight room, etc. Realistic reasons are group projects, study hall, family emergency, family reunion, sick, etc.
 * Players with excused absences are allowed to play in the next game but their playing time has the possibility of changing due to the lack of practice time that week. If you do not attend practices, you fall behind in all areas (i.e., skill, IQ, team terminology, unity, etc.)
 * For every one unexcused absence, that player will sit out at least the first half of the upcoming game. If a player has more than three unexcused absences in the season, he will be suspended along with given an action plan to get back on the team. Commitment to teammates and coaches is one of our top priorities here at WHS.


 * __ ATTENDANCE __**
 * Attendance at all games, practices, meetings, conditioning sessions, and team events is **//mandatory//**.
 * Players are expected to arrive at least //15 minutes// early to the start of practices, meetings, conditioning sessions and team events.
 * Players are expected to attend every regular and post-season practice. Excused absences will be given out to players who contact Coach Davies or Coach Kirwan **in advance** with a realistic reason. Unrealistic reasons are going to another sports game, going to a girlfriend’s house, going to the weight room, etc. Realistic reasons are group projects, study hall, family emergency, family reunion, sick, etc.


 * __ …ATTENDANCE __**
 * Excused and unexcused attendance in practice will be dealt with according to what is previously stated in the practice policy (i.e., non-starter, loss of playing time, etc.).
 * Excused and unexcused attendance for games will be dealt with on a case per case basis.
 * Varsity Players are expected to watch the first ½ of the JV home/away game before heading to locker room.
 * JV and C-Team players are expected to watch the entire Varsity game home or away.


 * __ PLAYING TIME __**
 * Each player on the team will be assigned to our Varsity, JV or C-Team. Players will be assigned to a team that is parallel with their demonstrated ability. This assignment is **not permanent**. Players have the opportunity to move up or down based off performance during practices and games.
 * The determination of playing time is entirely up to the head coach and is dependent upon many factors. These factors are both measureable and subjective. On top of these factors, Varsity, JV and C-Team are different levels of play regarding pace, talent and objectives.
 * As the head coach, it is one of my top priorities to make personnel decisions that I believe provide our team with the best chance for success during any given competition. With that said, I am also keenly aware of how playing time affects team climate, the overall well-being of my program, and the development of individual self-esteem and perceived value to the team.
 * Playing time can be affected due to actions that are **not tolerated**, such as: complaining to officials, technical fouls, ejections, fighting on the court, arguing with a coach, etc.
 * I cannot guarantee that any player will play at all during the season, let alone how much they will play. **What I will guarantee is that I will have an open door policy with each student.**


 * __ PRACTICE ATTIRE __**
 * Players are expected to wear their **Wagner Basketball reversible to every practice**. Please frequently wash your jersey and shorts for cleanliness.
 * __ TRAVEL ATTIRE __**
 * The objective is to look professional, presentable and represent WHS with class. //Look good, feel good, play good!// **Players are expected to wear travel gear when the team decides to wear them, if not players are expected to wear a nice shirt either a polo or a button down shirt, no T shirts**. **Players are expected to wear** nice jeans or dress pants. No shorts or pants with holes in them
 * Players will refrain from wearing hats/beanies on game days. If a member of the team does not have such apparel, and cannot afford it, he needs to talk to Coach Davies before the first travel date.

permission by Coach Davies.
 * __ GAME ATTIRE __**
 * The objective is to look uniform and as a team. Players will wear the team issued warm-up shirt, jersey, and shorts for all home/away warm-ups and games. **Game jersey will remain tucked in at all times**. **INCLUDING AFTER THE GAME UNTIL WE GET INTO THE LOCKER ROOM**
 * Players can only wear sleeve-less or tank top white undergarments under home jerseys and red undergarments under away jerseys. **Players will not wear short sleeve or long sleeve shirts under jerseys.**
 * ** Elbow sleeves, leg tights, wristbands, armbands or headbands are not allowed ** unless given


 * __ LOCKER ROOM __**
 * The locker room is our “home,” and all players no matter the grade level are expected to feel welcome and safe. Keep your areas clean including your locker.
 * ** Players are expected to shower after away games (home games a choice) for hygiene purposes along with the bus smelling clean for the ride home. ** Bring the necessary toiletries and towel inside your gym bag for away games. We have //zero tolerance// for unprofessionalism or horse-play inside the showers, bathroom, etc. **Absolutely //no// visitors are permitted in the locker room – home or away; coaches and players only.** Secure and lock all valuables away. Coaching staff is not responsible for lost or stolen goods.


 * __ EQUIPMENT __**


 * Players will be issued team equipment during the regular season. This equipment is extraordinarily expensive and extremely valuable to our basketball program. Due to our tight budgets, equipment needs to be treated with respect to ensure longevity. All players and parents must understand that equipment is a loan from the school and //has to be returned after the season is over//. If a player does not return his game jerseys, game shorts, warm-ups, etc. he will be fined by WHS in order to pay for the replacement. Ordering replacement items is expensive and the Boys’ Basketball Booster Club or WHS will not be liable for lost or stolen items that were issued to players.
 * ** Players are expected to only wear game jerseys, shorts and warm-ups for game play. ** Players who wear these items for other uses (i.e., school, yard work) will lose their privilege of having these items in their possession along with other consequences to be determined by Coach Davies.
 * All equipment that was issued to each player is expected to be returned to the Head Coach the following the conclusion of our last game that season.
 * __ SOCIAL MEDIA __**
 * ** Coaches will not become Facebook friends or Twitter followers with any player or parent on the team. ** However, it will be okay to become “friends” or “followers” once the player graduates high school to ensure the lifelong family atmosphere our basketball program promotes. Communication such as phone calls, text messages, and emails are appropriate.
 * __ TEAM BUS __**


 * ** All Varsity, JV and C-Team players must ride the team bus to away games. All Varsity, JV and C-Team players are encouraged to ride the team bus back to Wagner High School after the Varsity game concludes. ** Having homework or studying for a test is not an excuse. Plan ahead regarding your schedule and bring the necessary school work materials if needed. We ride together no matter your age level or team placement (unless teams are playing in different locations).
 * No cell phone calls on away bus trips (text message parent or guardian if absolutely needed); talk to your teammates while on the bus.
 * ** Traveling to our away game is a time for concentration and mental preparedness. ** Players are expected to refrain from horse-play, loud conversations and other distractions.
 * There are no assigned or saved seats.
 * Players are expected to show courtesy and respect to bus drivers and fellow passengers. This includes following all established bus rules and keeping the bus clean.


 * __ FILM SESSIONS & PLAYER BINDERS __**


 * ** Players are expected to watch game film on a consistent basis. ** As a coaching staff, we will videotape each varsity game and upload it to Hudl. There will be team film sessions, individual film sessions and take home assignments regarding film.
 * ** Each varsity player will be given a “Player Binder.” Varsity players are expected to bring their “Player Binder” to each film session and practice. **
 * ** During team film sessions, players are expected to attentively listen to the coach along with writing down notes to improve team and individual performance. **
 * Film sessions will shed more light on our performance good or bad; players are expected to maintain a positive attitude regarding criticism from the coaching staff. These sessions are used as a tool to help you!
 * __ JEWELRY __**
 * To ensure everyone’s safety, **no jewelry will be worn at any time during practice, game, walk-thru, etc.** Please keep all valuables locked up and secure. Coaching staff is not responsible for lost or stolen jewelry.
 * __ HEADPHONES __**
 * Players can wear headphones //only// on the team bus. **Headphones/media players are not allowed in the gym, bleachers or locker room.** Enjoy the time together with your teammates and coaches. We will have pre-game music playing in the locker room along with pre-practice music on the court. Coaching staff is not responsible for lost or stolen headphones.


 * __ CELL PHONES __**
 * ** No cell phones during team meetings, practices, meals, pre-game, etc. except for emergency situations. ** No cell phone calls on away bus trips (text message parent or guardian if absolutely needed).


 * __ PLAYER LETTERING __**
 * Any player that is deemed a vital part of the Varsity Basketball Team by the coaches will letter. Non one that quits will earn a letter.


 * MANAGERS LETTERING **
 * In order to receive a Varsity letter for being a manager on the boys’ basketball team, the student must meet at least **//one//** of the following criteria:
 * 1) Demonstrate exceptional work and commitment as a student manager for the Varsity team by fulfilling all required duties.
 * 2) Attend all practices and games possible.
 * // Players will have consequences for mistakes in behavior and judgment on and off of the basketball court. These consequences will be firm, fair and consistent. //**


 * // We have a facebook page and a web site //**
 * // Website http://wagnerboysbasketball.wikispaces.com/home //**