Bill Reed Middle School Tennis Team Information Sheet
Mr. Hagstrom, Head Coach bradley.hagstrom@ThompsonSchools.org
970-613-7264
Dear Students and Families,
We are pleased to be offering tennis at BRMS this spring. This new program is being set-up, and details finalized even as practice begins on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Following are the initial details of the program, however please keep in mind that they are subject to change as information and resources become available.
Required to participate in the program:
1. Students sign-up intent to play by Monday, March 21.
2. Students who already have participated in sport this school year will need only to sign-up, then by March 24, read and complete this Tennis Program Information & Requirements sheet, and the Walking Field Trip Permission Slip.
3. Students who have not participated on a sports team this school year will need to complete the school’s Packet for Athletic Participation.
4. Pay the $50 Athletic Fee (except for free lunch students) in a check payable to Bill Reed Middle School.
5. Current physicals (valid for this school year) are required before a student may practice or play.
6. Walking permission slips are required to play at the 13th Street Courts
Information on the Schedule: this is under re-construction since some middle schools are not able to form a team in such a short span of time, thus affecting the game schedule.
We are also looking into arranging more practice time on local courts.
1. Practices are Mon., Tues., Thur., and Fri. (not Wed.) from 3:00 – 4:30.
Pick-up students, & talks with coach, between 4:30 – 4:45 please.
Currently all practices are at Reed on the Plaza using two portable nets & the cafeteria wall. We are also aiming for a once week practice at nearby (jogging distance) 13th St. courts as well as four Friday late afternoon practices at local high schools.
2. Students must be able to commit to 3 practices weekly.
3. Games will be alternately at Loveland, Thompson, and Mountain View high schools, primarily on Thursdays.
4. Families will need to provide transportation to off-campus matches and practices, (except for when we jog to the nearby 13th St. courts), the Tennis Camp on Saturday, April 9 and the final Tournament on Saturday, May 14.
5. Practices begin March 17 and the game season is from April 7 – May 14. The first game is a scrimmage at Thompson Valley H.S., April 7.
Program Information, Student Agreement, & Parental Consent
1. The program aims to offer:
a. instruction for all levels of players
b. tennis racquets for students without their own
c. a positive and supportive instructional and playing environment
2. Student practices will include:
a. conditioning and agility exercises
b. instruction for all levels of players
c. game rules & strategy
d. rotation through specialized activity stations
3. Expectations of Tennis program include:
a. full participation in all aspects of training & practice
b. good sportsmanship
c. teamwork & following directions
d. meeting the school’s sports dress code
e. good attendance (75% Minimum) with communication on missed practices
4. The district matches are expected to be organized with:
a. the top three players from each school playing singles
b. all other players play doubles matches
5. The opportunity to play matches will depend on:
a. meeting practice and attendance requirements
b. meeting school academic requirements
c. good sportsmanship
In summary, we are excited to offer tennis at Bill Reed and we are looking forward to having your student become part of the team. The program has the goals of teaching your child tennis; improving skills; providing athletic conditioning (particularly agility, but also endurance); creating a challenging and fun tennis environment; and providing competitive matches – all while emphasizing great sportsmanship and support for all players.
Best Regards, -Mr. Hagstrom
Have all required paperwork signed & fees paid before school is out on March 24. Thank you
check one: check one:
___Student/ Family Copy ___have own racquet
___Coach / School Copy ___need a school racquet
I (student) __________________________ understand the information above and agree
to meet the requirements and expectations of the BRMS tennis team and the school’s rules.
_____________________________(student player signature) ________________(date)
I (parent or guardian of student) ___________________________, understand the Tennis Team’s Program Details, Requirements for participation & the expectations of my student. My child has permission to play. I will also strive to see that he/ she fully & positively participates on the team.
_____________________________(parent/guardian signature) ________________(date)
