PARENTS MANUAL
We are happy to welcome you and your child into the Prime Time Sports program. It is the mission of Prime Time Sports to provide a quality program that meets the needs of youth and parents while teaching the skills of sport, teamwork, promote character values and provide a safe, educational, fun and rewarding experience for all.
The goal of this Parent Information Handbook is to share with you our goals, policies, procedures and other information. Please take time to read the information thoroughly. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to call or visit us. Your child’s experience can be enhanced through a strong parent-staff partnership.
Prime Time Sports will give each youth the opportunity to...
- Develop a sense and understanding of sport
- Develop self-confidence
- Develop leadership skills
- Develop positive relationships with teammates
- Develop sportsmanship, teamwork and a sense of fair play
- Develop physical skills and abilities
- Develop positive social relationships
- Have Fun!
- Provide a means for parents to participate with their children in a positive way
PT HOOPS OBJECTIVES:
1) To cultivate the values of good sportsmanship, team play, and physical fitness through the game of choice available to youth of both sexes, all races, creeds, religions, and nationalities.
2) To provide an enjoyable experience playing; while teaching the basic fundamentals of the game.
3) To provide a well-organized and implemented program that is appreciated and favorably received by the parents and the community.
YOUTH LEAGUE FORMAT:
Leagues are set up for children in the following age classifications:
FOOTBALL:
- Scouts (1-2 grade)
- Juniors (3-4 grade)
- Seniors (5-6 grade)
- Varsity (7-9 grade)
- Vets (10-12 grade)
- Girls (8-12 grade)
BASKETBALL:
- NCAA (3-4 grade)
- CBA (5-6 grade)
- NBA (7-9 grade)
TEAM INFO :
Teams are comprised of 7 players and participate in an 8 game season plus double elimination playoff tournament. Each league has one night per week in which games are played. Please refer to the web site for game night information.
After School Program: Skills Academy:
This program consists of boys and girls ages 4-10 years old. This program is designed to teach the basics of flag football and basketball. The coaching staff will work on beginner skills that will follow your child throughout all sports. Each child will learn basic footwork as well as important fundamentals of football and/or basketball such as: passing, defensive positioning, receiving, flag pulling, dribbling and shooting. Most importantly, one of our main goals is to instill in each child the values of teamwork.
Each player will receive a Jersey, program outline with curriculum and playbook with illustrations and diagrams so that players may participate at home. Each player will receive a trophy at the completion of the program.
Daily Class Activities will consist of:
-Stretch and Flex: Athletes must warm up to help prevent injury.
-Drills and Skills: Athletes will spend this time going over the “skill of the day”.
-Water/Snack Break- As needed
-Games and Scrimmages: Age appropriate
Parental Involvement in Leagues:
Coaching- You do not need to be Pat Riley or Don Shula. Volunteer coaching is very rewarding, especially for your children. Practice sessions are very flexible as it can fit into your personal schedule. The Prime Time Sports professional staff is always available to assist you in your needs. We provide a coaching handbook complete with practice plans, sample plays, key terms and much more.
Team Parent- A team parent is a very important component to a successful team. Team parent keeps the team organized by keeping team members and their families up to date with team events such as games, practices, picture days, etc.
Sponsor- Become a major part of a team by “owning” it. Sponsoring a team is a great way to promote your business while at the same time giving back to your community.
Practices:
Each team is coached by volunteer’s who devote their time to train the team. We encourage parents to participate in our coaching opportunities. With this in mind practices are held once a week at the coaches’ availability. Coaches and/or Team Parent will give ample notice time so that you may plan your schedules accordingly. All coaches must attend a Prime Time Sports Coaches Orientation before the season begins. This orientation covers in detail a productive practice outline that is followed throughout the season.
REGISTRATION:
Anyone may register 4 weeks prior to Registration Night (which is mentioned on the web site) or on registration night. In order to avoid long lines on Registration Night, it is highly recommended families pre-register.
DRAFT:
In order to create fair and balanced teams, all players must attend “Evaluations” which is generally on Registration Night. After a series of drills, each player will receive a final score. There is a draft a few days after evaluations and teams are organized according based on players’ abilities. The intent is to create a fair distribution of talent between teams. All registrants will be assigned to a team. There are no “cuts” from the Prime Time Sports Leagues. WE DO NOT STACK TEAMS
FIRST GAME:
The season begins approximately 2 weeks following evaluation night. As mentioned above, those 2 weeks are for conducting league drafts and having team practices for the first time so that the kids get to meet each other before game 1. Coaches will call players the day following the draft to set up their first practice session as well as the first game.
Communication:
Communication is key! Each parent will be on our master email blast list which will notify you of any league wide important information. Other than that, coaches will provide each team member with their email address and cell phone number. On rainy days (football), check the web site, which will notify you of cancellations.
Web Site:
Our web site, www.primetimefootball.com (football) and pthoops.com (basketball) is the home for all players and parents. On this site, each player will be able to keep track of his or her statistics, vote in our weekly polls, view game highlights, check team standings, play football interactive games and do so much more. All schedules and team rosters are posted online the day following the draft.
Games:
Each league is at an average competition level. We do understand that players and coaches like to win however we stress a positive experience and good sportsmanship. In our youth leagues Prime Time Sports prides itself in our policy that all children get a chance to play. Each league has one game per week however; on a limited occasion 2 games might be played in order to be made-up if necessary. Schedules are posted online after teams are formed. Check team schedules in the appropriate league section. You can also check your child’s “next game” under “upcoming games” which is on the homepage.
Uniforms:
Each player receives a team uniform before the season begins. Players must wear their team jersey at each game.
Football and Basketball Travel Programs:
This highly competitive team is comprised of 10 athletes who are chosen after a series of try-outs. Team travels up to 8 tournaments each season and will play well over 40 games per year in both competitive leagues and national competitions.
Players on these teams will learn advanced:
FOOTBALL:
Footwork, Pattern Running and Passing Skills, Defensive Positioning, Flag Pulling, Toughness, Mental Preparation, Receiving, Values of Teamwork, Accountability, Preparation, Much More!
BASKETBALL:
Shooting, Passing, Rebounding, Defensive Skills, Toughness, Mental Preparation, Values of Teamwork, Accountability, Preparation, Much more!
Referees
In Prime Time Sports, we are uniquely blessed to have a group of dedicated individuals willing to take on toughest job in youth sports. Our referees officiate anywhere from 3 to 4 games per night all season long. All our Head Referees are experienced, many having officiated in Prime Time Sports for many years.