Bailey Bridge Middle School - Student-Athlete Handbook 2018-2019
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Bailey Bridge Middle School
Student-Athlete Handbook
2018-2019BAILEY BRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
Student Athlete Handbook
Welcome to Bailey Bridge Middle School. There are 7 interscholastic athletic teams offered in 5 sports
for the more serious minded and dedicated athletes. We have an outstanding staff that is committed to
excellence in academics and athletics. Bailey Bridge coaches seek to provide each athlete the opportunity
to develop his or her individual talents to the fullest within the framework of the team. The welfare of
each student athlete and the rules of good sportsmanship are of primary concern in the daily conduct of
our athletic program.
The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with some of the major rules and regulations under which
we operate and to provide you with other useful information concerning your participation in the athletic
program. Parents and student athletes - please read this handbook carefully and electronically sign
the acknowledgement form listed on the last page. This must be on file with the completed student
athlete’s VHSL Physical Examination Form and Concussion Form before participation is
permitted.
The Bailey Bridge Middle School Athletic Department operates under the auspices of the Middle School
Athletic Manual created by the Middle School Athletic Council.
Most Often Asked Questions
Q: How do we find out about try-out dates, contest schedules, etc.?
A: BBMS will make announcements regarding the sports. Listen carefully to morning
announcements and announcements made during lunch. Also, please visit the BBMS website for
athletic information.
Q: How big of a commitment is participating in interscholastic athletics?
A: BIG! Teams will practice or compete each day. You can count on a 5 day a week commitment.
Q: If my son or daughter is ill and at home during the day can he/she come to school just for practice
or a game?
A: No. If a student is too ill to come to school, then it is not appropriate for him/her to be at practice
or a competition.
Q: If my son or daughter is injured and cannot participate, is he/she expected to be at
practice/contests?
A: Yes. They are a part of the team. There is always something to be learned from attending, and
though injured, the student has a role and responsibility with the team.
Q: Who do I contact if I have any questions?
A: Contact the coach for specific sport questions. Contact the Athletic Director, Colin Innes
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2(colin_innes@ccpsnet.net) for general questions.
Bailey Bridge Middle School Athletic Department
General Information
Nickname: Bears
Colors: Forest Green, Maroon, and White
Athletic Department Staff 2018-2019
Principal: Melanie Knowles
Athletic Director: Colin Innes (colin_innes@ccpsnet.net)
Fall Sports
Cheerleading Coach Hillary Shelton
Girls’ Basketball Head Coach Dyann Busse
Girls’ and Boys’ Cross Country Coaches Megan Forbes, Christopher Tuck,
and Kyrstin Heffner
Boys’ Soccer Coach Brandon Flowers
Winter Sports
Boys’ Basketball Head Coach Jarrod Peters
Cheerleading Coach Hillary Shelton
Spring Sports
Girls’ Soccer Coach Brandon Flowers
Girls’ and Boys’ Track and Field Coaches Megan Forbes, Christopher Tuck,
and Kyrstin Heffner
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3CCPS Middle School Athletic Manual
Eligibility Rules
In order to represent BBMS in any interscholastic contest, a student shall meet the following
requirements:
● Must be enrolled at Bailey Bridge MS and be in good academic standing.
● Must not be 15 years of age before Aug. 1, 2018.
● VHSL Athletic Participation/Parent Consent/Physical Examination Form and the Parent/Athlete
Concussion Information sheet must be signed and on file in the main office of BBMS prior to
participation or tryouts.
● The student shall conduct him/herself in a sportsmanlike manner at all times. A student who in
protest lays hands or attempts to lay hands on an official may be declared ineligible for up to one
year. Any student who strikes an opponent, coach or spectator during or following an athletic
contest may be declared ineligible for a specified period of time, up to one year, depending on the
seriousness of the act.
● Any player ejected from a contest for unsportsmanlike conduct shall be ineligible for the team’s
next contest. A player ejected for fighting shall be ineligible for the team’s next two contests.
● Any student, or his/her parents, who give false information, either written or verbal, that affects
his/her eligibility, shall become ineligible at any middle school for a period of one year.
BBMS Athletic Department Regulations and Policies
School Attendance: All athletes must attend school for at least two consecutive blocks of the day to be
able to play or practice that day. Any athlete arriving to school after the start of the third block or leaves
before the second block will not be allowed to practice or play. The above statement pertains to illness.
There are exceptions which must be approved by the administration.
Transportation: If transportation for an athletic event is provided by the school, all team members must
ride with the team both to and from the contest. Exceptions to this are provided for in the case of an
emergency. Athletes may ride home with their parents if a parent signature is obtained at the site.
Additionally, all parents/guardians must arrange for the student-athlete to be picked up no later than 15
minutes after the end of designated practice time. Failure to be picked up three times after a practice or
game will result in automatic dismissal from the team.
Equipment: Each athlete will be responsible for all equipment that is issued to him/her by the school.
No athletic awards will be issued, nor will the athlete be able to participate in another sport, if equipment
is not turned in. Athletes will be charged for all equipment that is not returned or that is damaged through
negligence or abuse.
Discipline: In the event an athlete is assigned in-school detention, administrative detention, or
out-of-school suspension, he/she may not participate in practice or contest that day. Student-athletes
assigned to detention for part of the day will need to meet with the Athletic Director to determine
eligibility for the practice/contest.
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4Chesterfield County Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color,
age, religion, disability or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities.
Standards of Conduct
The Bailey Bridge Middle School Athletic Department has established the following standards of
conduct to insure that the athletes that represent Bailey Bridge conduct themselves in an
appropriate manner. Violation of the following will result in disciplinary action that may include
suspensions, dismissal from the team or an athlete being placed under an athletic department
contract.
1. Theft or destruction of property: This includes property of BBMS or the property of schools
that BBMS is visiting.
2. In-school detention: Students who have been placed in the in-school-detention may attend any
practices or games on the days of the detention, but may not participate. Student-athletes assigned
to detention for part of the day will need to meet with the Athletic Director to determine
eligibility for the practice/contest.
3. Out of school suspension: Students serving out-of-school suspension are prohibited from
attending practice and games or any other school sponsored activity, and are subject to dismissal
from the team.
4. Administrative detention: Students serving an after-school administrative detention should not
attend practice but rather have their ride pick them up at the conclusion of the detention at 4 PM.
5. Unsportsmanlike or disrespectful conduct: This means an inappropriate behavior towards
coaches, school officials, game officials, teammates, or opponents.
6. Detrimental actions: Any other behaviors that reflect poorly upon the school or the team.
7. Use of alcohol/illegal substances: Disciplinary action will be in accordance with that handed
down by the BBMS administration according to the CCPS Code of Student Conduct.
8. Use of tobacco products: Disciplinary action will be in accordance with that handed down by
the BBMS administration.
9. Ejection from a contest: The player is suspended from one or more contests.
10. Violation of team policies: The coach may impose other requirements upon students as long as
they do not conflict with athletic department policies.
11. Hazing: Hazing is any activity expected of someone joining a group that humiliates, degrades,
abuses, or endangers that person, regardless of his or her willingness to participate. Hazing is an
act of power and control over others. It is a dangerous practice that goes against all of the
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5principles of sportsmanship. It destroys team spirit and creates resentment. It discourages trust
and fosters intimidation. It weakens leadership and strengthens fear. HAZING WILL NOT BE
TOLERATED.
Bailey Bridge Middle School
Athletic Department Injury and/or Emergency Situations
In the event of an injury to an athlete, the following procedures will be used:
● First aid will be administered to the injured athlete, when appropriate.
● If the injury is of a serious nature, parents will be called. If necessary, emergency
medical services will be called as well.
● Athletes under a doctor’s care must be released by the doctor before returning to
competition.
In the event of a suspected concussion or head, neck, or back injury, the following procedures will
be used:
● The athlete will be immediately removed from competition.
● When a concussion is suspected, parents will be notified. Depending upon the severity,
emergency personnel may be called.
○ In order to return to participation, the athlete must be cleared by a medical professional
who is experienced in evaluating a concussion, says the athlete is symptom free, and is
ready to return to play.
Click the following link to acknowledgement that the student
and the parent have reviewed and understand the Bailey Bridge
Middle School Student-Athlete Handbook:
Student Athlete Handbook Revised September 2018 Page
6BBMS Student-Athlete Handbook Acknowledgement Form Student Athlete Handbook Revised September 2018 Page 7
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