Norcross High School Track and Field program will uphold all school policies. If any action is being performed by an athlete that is deemed harmful towards themselves or anyone around them, they will be removed from competition and have to meet with the athletic director and/or principal to determine support and future participation.

Each athlete will be expected to support every other teammate in a positive fashion. No bullying of any kind will be tolerated. Attendance: You MUST come to practice; missing practice will put you behind. If you do not come to practice, you will NOT be allowed to race. The coaches and your teammates need your commitment every day. 

Student-Athletes
​EXPECTATIONS

• You will be unable to practice until you have submitted physical and student-athlete contract. These must be turned in within one week of joining the team.
• Your sport fee is also due prior to the first track meet $125 (payment plans are available.)
• I represent myself, my family, and the Norcross Track & Field program in the classroom, at meets, practice, and during bus rides. If I do not conduct myself in an appropriate manner it is up to the coaches as to whether or not I will remain on the team.
• Practice is from 2:30 to 4:30 daily. It is important that I am dressed and ready for the daily warm-up by 2:30. I understand that tardiness may result in disciplinary action.
• I should be prepared for each practice by properly hydrating, eating appropriate meals, and wearing appropriate clothing/running shoes for practice. I understand that failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.
• If injured during practice, I must tell a coach immediately. Additionally, I understand that I obtain a doctor’s note if injured in excess of two days.
• The use if alcohol, tobacco, or drugs is a high risk behavior and is detrimental to my participation in the Norcross Track & Field program. I understand that I WILL be removed from the team should I be found under the influence/in possession of any previously mentioned substances.
• Complaints are contagious. If you have a problem, discuss it personally with a team captain or coach. We are here to help and make the track season fun for everyone!

Practice
EXPECTATIONS

• During a typical school day practice will begin promptly at 2:30pm and attendance will be taken within the first 15 minutes. Practice will last approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
• All team members will warm-up, stretch and do drills together on the infield.
• Missing TWO practices without informing a coach will result in the dismissal form the team.
• Missing ONE meet without informing a coach will result in the dismissal form the team.
• I will never leave practice until I have checked out with a coach.
• What constitutes an excused absence?
  • Illness
  • Injury
  • Tests/Work – Teacher must submit an email to Coach Jones or Coach Hughes
  • Death in the Family
  • Religious Holiday
• What does NOT constitute an excused absence?
  • Vacations
    
  • Concerts
    
  • Weekly Club Meetings
    
  • Employment
    
  • Practice for another sport
• As an athlete you must learn to train, the naysayers will stay they hate running; however we understand that running is training and training makes better athletes. “The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow”

Meets
EXPECTATIONS

• If you are signed up for an event in a competition meet, you are expected to show up – mentally and physically! Failure to show up for a meet that you are entered to participate in will result in PRIDE Laps the following week.
• If you cannot practice consistently, you may not participate in meets. Your safety and prevention of injuries will be considered and evaluated before making this final decision.
• Be prepared! Meets run all day, so you must be prepared with enough food/water to sustain yourself, as well as warm and weather protecting clothing.
• When we are competing you represent Norcross High School. You will be respectful to all officials, parents and opponents. We will NOT accept anything less.
• Uniforms must be worn as intended. You are responsible for getting to the meet with your uniform and getting it home and laundered.
• No electronic devices are allowed in competitive areas. Disqualification will result.