North Buncombe High School

2025 Spring Pre-season Parent/Athlete Meeting

North Buncombe HS Auditorium

Date: 2/18/25

6:00-6:40 PM

Parent Meeting Sign In and Handbook Acknowledgement

Buncombe County Schools

Athletic Mission Statement

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• The mission of athletic programs in Buncombe County Schools is to strive for excellence in the educational and athletic arenas within an atmosphere of sportsmanship. Our programs will strive to develop individual and team potential by promoting high standards of competence, character, civility, and citizenship.

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Core Values of Athletic Programs

in Buncombe County Schools

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• Competence - Skill development, knowledge of the game, strategies, fitness, & healthy behavior.
• Character - Responsibility, accountability, dedication, trustworthiness, and self-control.
• Civility - respect, fairness, and caring.
• Citizenship - Loyalty, commitment, teamwork, and role modeling.

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NBHS Administration

Principal: Kevin Yontz

Email: kevin.yontz@bcsemail.org

Phone: 828-645-4221

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Asst.Principal: Clint McElrath

Email: clint.mcelrath@bcsemail.org

Phone: 828-645-4221

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NBHS Administration

Asst.Principal: Courtney Capps

Email: courtney.capps@bcsemail.org

Phone: 828-645-4221

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Asst.Principal: Erica Smiley

Email: erica.smiley@bcsemail.org

Phone: 828-645-4221

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Athletic Director

David Hines

Email:

jonathan.hines@bcsemail.org

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Phone:

828-645-4221 ext. 2625

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ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE

NCHSAA RULES

Student Athletes must do the following before trying out for sports at a NCHSAA High School:

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1- Have an updated Physical

2- Have their FamilyID Registration completed.

3- Passed 70% of Previous Semesters Classes (If your child attends Nesbitt Academy or the Virtual Acadamy, please have them email me their Semester 1 F1 Grades.)

4- Must be on track to advance to the next grade level or graduate within the next calendar year.

5- Any student who has 13.5 School Day Absences or more will be subject to an appeal to the NCHSAA Board of Directors.

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North Buncombe High School

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The Link is on the School Website.

FAMILY ID

• Online Athletic Registration Platform.
• Must be completed each year.
• Info sheet on Concussions
• Drug/Alcohol Policy.
• Several consent forms.
• Physical Form can be uploaded.
• Info sheet on Cardiac Arrest.
• Other.

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**Must have a Physical every 395 Days**

Eligibility Emphasis

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• Scholastic Requirements
• Attendance Requirements
• Attendance Matters!
• FF’s = INC (No Credit)
• Residence
• Eight Semester Rule
• Medical Examination once every 395 days.
• Transfer Policy
• Felony Policy
• Other

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• Falsification of information in terms of eligibility will result in the student athlete(s) being declared ineligible for a period of 365 days from the point of of notification by the NCHSAA.

BCS Attendance Requirement

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• Athletes must attend one half of the school day (2 classes) to be eligible to practice or play.
• BCS Rules : Students in semester-long courses may have only a maximum of seven (7) absences per semester/class.
• Thirteen (13) for year-long courses.
• FF’s = INC - Which means you are not eligible until those FF’s are waived or made up!

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Gina King - Data Manager

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Email:

gina.king@bcsemail.org

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Certified Athletic Trainer

Wyatt Little

Changing after this week…….

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Wyatt Little MA, LAT, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

PT Solutions Physical Therapy

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wyatt.little@ptsolutions.com

704.650.2650

Health and Injury Concerns

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We are lucky to have Wyatt Little (Or any AT here at NBHS) with us every day. We ask you to have your student athlete see them if they are injured while playing sports here at NBHS. They can provide guidance through the injury and help you find the help you may need.

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• Parents always have the right to choose the health provider for their child.
• HIPAA - Prohibits unauthorized release of info concerning the health or medical status of athletes.

Insurance Information

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• Information on the insurance can be found under Important Documents through our athletic website.
• Accident claim forms are available from school or on-line.
• Parents mail all claim forms (with signature from school) and supporting documentation to K&K.

• Parents are encouraged to have their own health insurance on their child.
• $12.00 cost of insurance - this is a limited benefit secondary policy.
• Additional insurance options are available from K&K Insurance.

McGriff Insurance Agency

(K&K Insurance)

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• Toll Free - 1-800-476-4339

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• Gail Gray, Dan Nunnery & Jessica Mishoe

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Additional insurance is offered online at:

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www.studentinsurance-kk.com

Sportsmanship

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• Our Goal is to be the best that we can be, always exhibiting good sportsmanship.
• BCS Spectator Code of Ethics (You have read and signed off on this in Family ID).

Sportsmanship Pledge

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• Respect the game and the privilege of representing your school and community.
• Play by the rules, and Within the Spirit of the rules.
• Respect officials and their judgements/calls.
• Treat visiting athletes with respect as guests and worthy opponents.

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Sportsmanship Pledge

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• Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
• Exercise self-control at all times. Always use appropriate language. Refrain from taunting, intimidation, and fighting.
• Show respect for opposing players, fans, coaches, and support groups.
• Cheer and show support for your team.

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Fan Behavior towards Officials

Fan Behavior towards Officials Cont.

IF AN OFFICIAL FEELS A FAN HAS GONE TOO FAR AND ASKS AN ADMINISTRATOR TO REMOVE THE FAN, OUR HANDS ARE TIED AT THAT POINT. WE CANNOT GO AGAINST WHAT AN OFFICIAL ASKS. YOU MUST LEAVE!

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ONCE THE GAME BEGINS THE OFFICIALS ARE IN CHARGE, AND THEY HAVE FULL AUTHORITY IN REGARDS TO THE GAME AND THE FACILITIES.

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NCHSAA Ejection Policy

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• Fighting
• Leaving the bench area
• Flagrant Contact
• Biting
• Taunting, baiting, or spitting toward an opponent or official
• Profanity
• Obscene Gestures
• Disrespectfully addressing an official
• Use of tobacco products, alcohol, or other controlled substances.

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Player Penalty(ies) for Ejections

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• Scrimmage - Suspended from the remainder of the scrimmage.
• Contest - First Offense - Remainder of contest and one additional contest at that level of play.
• Contest - Second Offense - Remainder of the contest and two additional contests at that level of play.
• Contest - Third Offense - Remainder of the contest and suspended for one calendar year.
• Additional criteria must be met before returning to play.

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NBHS Parent/Athlete Handbook

2024/25

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• A copy of this handbook is accessible on the North Buncombe HS Athletic Website.
• Please take a moment to look through it so you understand our expectations.

24 Hour Rule

• Current NBHS Policy: The 24-hour rule should be used in all cases when dealing with an issue between coach/parent/player.
• Please wait 24 hours before contacting Coach/Administration/AD.
• This goes for Practice and Games

• Ways to avoid conflict
• Ask your student-athlete to advocate for themselves
• Don’t let frustration build up
• Understand Coaches expectations, rules and guidelines.
• Communicate with coaches, Administration, AD in a respectful and productive manner.

Title IX

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• Buncombe County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Act of 1972 and federal regulations to not discriminate in such a manner.

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• All BCS employees and volunteers, including all coaches, must report instances of sexual discrimination in accordance with Title IX guidelines.

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Title IX

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• Any and all information regarding sexual assualt, dating/domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment, gender discrimination, bullying, and harassing behavior should be reported to the administration of your school and to the BCS Title IX Coordinator.

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• BCS Title IX Coordinator - Shannon Martin

(shanon.martin@bcsemail.org or 828-255-5918)

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Tobacco Free Campus

(All BCS Facilities)

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• All Buncombe County facilities and fields are tobacco free for athletes, coaches, and fans.
• No vaping on BCS school facilities.

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Admission Policies

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• Cash OR GoFan
• Entry Cost - $8 For All Spring Events

Hawk Club Fundraiser - Dinner and a Raffle

When: May 10th, 6-10 at the Weaverville Community Center at Lake Louise

How Much: 50 dollars - with a chance to win a grand prize up to 2,000 dollars. 2nd place prize up to 1,000 dollars, 3rd place prize up to 500 dollars. Prize amount is determined by the total number of tickets sold.

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Don’t want to enter the raffle? For $20 you can purchase a ticket for the meal only

Money Raised goes to: Benefit All athletic programs at North Buncombe High School.

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Where do you buy? See a booster club member today or go to the merchandise table. Student athletes and coaches will also have tickets available soon.

NCHSAA “CrashCourse” Concussion Video

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Please take the 12 minutes needed to watch this.

General Questions and Concerns

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• Any Questions for the Administration?
• Questions for Individual Coaches can be asked in break-out sessions.

Baseball

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Coaches

• Andy Runion - Head Varsity
• Shane Hawkins - Asst. Varsity
• Brandon Mellen - Asst. Coach
• Sammy Hollister - Asst. Coach

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Softball

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Coaches

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• David Griffin (Head Varsity)
• Charlie Harrison (Asst. Coach)
• Brian Ramsey (Asst. Coach)
• John Clark (Asst. Coach)
• Cheyanne Cable (Asst. Coach)
• Britt Morgan (Asst. Coach)

Women’s Soccer

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Coaches

• Ben Graham (Head Varsity)
• Wil Maney (Asst. Coach)
• Ryan Drake (Asst. Coach)

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Outdoor Track

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Coaches

• Jane Roane - Head Women’s
• Jeff Capps - Head Men’s

Assistant Coaches:

• Tiffany Silvers

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Volunteers - Dean Duncan & Matt Roane

Men’s Golf

Coaches

• Daryl Fox (Head Coach)

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Men’s Tennis

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Coaches

• Robert Graeme (Head Coach)
• Tom Ruffin (Asst Coach)

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Break-out Sessions

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Sport Meeting Location

• Baseball - Cafeteria
• Softball - 501
• Outdoor Track - 504
• Women’s Soccer - MEDIA CENTER
• Men’s Tennis - 502
• Men’s Golf - 503

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