SPORT EXPECTATIONS
R.I.S.E. YOUR STANDARD
Student • Athlete • Teammate • Leader
Athletic Directors
personLATISHA DAYS
lsdays@henrico.k12.va.us
Classroom: S5
personLELAND HAMPTON
lrhampton@henrico.k12.va.us
Classroom: N2
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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
CHOOSE YOUR PATH TO EXCELLENCE
FALL SPORTS
• Football�• Boys Basketball�• Girls Tennis�• Girls Soccer
Cheerleading�
WINTER SPORTS
• Boys Basketball�• Wrestling
Cheerleading�
SPRING SPORTS
• Outdoor Track�• Boys Soccer�• Baseball�• Softball�• Boys Tennis�
INTRAMURAL/YEAR-ROUND SPORTS
• Basketball
Volleyball
Flag Football�E-Sports
*Possibly Golf (Still working on it)
Physical Forms & Mandatory Documents
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R.I.S.E. Your Standard
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READINESS & RESPECT
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INTENSITY
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SUPPORT
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EXCELLENCE
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READINESS & RESPECT
R – Readiness & Respect
Arrive at school, practice, and competitions on time, mentally focused, and physically prepared to learn, improve, and compete.��Being a student-athlete is a privilege. You are a student first. Your commitment in the classroom matters just as much as your commitment on the track.��Respect yourself, teammates, coaches, teachers, opponents, and school. Your actions represent your family, team, and community.
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
— Malcolm X
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INTENSITY
I – Intensity
Bring energy, focus, and determination to every practice. Challenge yourself daily and be willing to push beyond your comfort zone.��Great athletes aren't made by talent alone—they're built through consistent effort, discipline, and a relentless work ethic.
“Life is going to give you just what you put into it. Put your whole heart in everything you do.”
— Maya Angelou
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SUPPORT
S – Support
Success is built as a team, even when athletes compete in individual events.��Encourage your teammates in the classroom, at practice, and during competitions. Celebrate their successes, help them through challenges, and remember that everyone contributes to the team's success.
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
— African Proverb
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E
EXCELLENCE
E – Excellence
Make excellence your standard in everything you do.��Whether it's academics, athletics, leadership, or your personal life, always strive to be your very best. Never settle for “good enough” when you are capable of more.
“Whatever you do, strive to do it so well that no man living and no man dead and no man yet to be born could do it any better.”
— Benjamin E. Mays
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What to Bring to Tryouts
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Running Shoes
Proper athletic footwear suitable for training and running drills.
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Athletic Shorts
Shorts must be of appropriate length for active athletic participation.
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Positive Attitude
A willingness to work hard, listen, and cooperate with teammates.
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Water Bottle
Bring a refillable water bottle to ensure you stay hydrated.
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Athletic Clothing
Wear proper athletic wear appropriate for the seasonal conditions.
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Weather Warning
Virginia weather changes quickly — always come fully prepared.
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Team Non-Negotiables
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Eat Breakfast( Highly Suggested)
Eat breakfast before coming to school.
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Stay Hydrated
Drink at least 2–4 bottles of water throughout the day.
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Hall Pass Required
Never be on the walkway without a hall pass.
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Classroom Behavior
Coaches should not receive reports from teachers regarding poor behavior.
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No Junk Food (Highly Suggested)
Strictly no junk food during the season (e.g., TAKIS).
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Accountability
Hold your TEAMMATES ACCOUNTABLE.
Academic Expectations
Maintain at least a C average in all core classes.
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Core Classes
Must maintain passing marks in all core subjects:��Math • English�Science • History
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Fall Sports
Academic eligibility is determined by your grade standing from the previous school year.
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Winter Sports
Academic eligibility is strictly determined by your performance in 1st Quarter grades.
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Spring Sports
Academic eligibility is determined by 1st Semester (both 1st & 2nd Quarter) cumulative grades.
Communication & Transportation
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PRACTICE ABSENCES
If you cannot attend practice, it is your responsibility to notify a coach before practice begins.
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PICKUP DEADLINE
All athletes must be picked up no later than 5:30 PM after practice.
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TRANSPORTATION ISSUES
If transportation is unavailable by 5:30 PM, use your normal after-school transportation unless prior arrangements have been approved by a coach.
Failure to communicate transportation issues in advance may result in removal from the team.
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FINAL MESSAGE
Talent may get you noticed, but character, discipline, and consistency will determine your success.
Every day is an opportunity to improve. Be coachable. Be accountable. Be a great teammate. Give your best effort in the classroom, at practice, and in competition.
Give us 100% every day, and We’ll give you 100% in return.
LET'S BUILD SOMETHING SPECIAL TOGETHER.
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