Florida Southern College Student-Athlete HANDBOOK 2014-2015
MEN’S SWIMMING 2014 NCAA National Runners-Up ALLI CRENSHAW
Back-to-Back National Champion 2013 & 2014 1,000 Freestyle
TIM CROUCH
Back-to-Back National Champion 2013 & 2014
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Welcome ............................................................................................................................. 3 Sunshine State Conference Information ........................................................................ 4 NCAA Division II Information ....................................................................................... 5 Student Athlete Code of Conduct ................................................................................... 6 Contact: Jill Stephens- jstephens@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4474 o Hazing ................................................................................................................... 6 o Sexual Harassment ............................................................................................... 6 o Gambling ............................................................................................................. 7 o Alcohol and Drug Abuse ...................................................................................... 7 o Social Media Policy ............................................................................................. 8 o Discipline Policies ............................................................................................... 8 o Grievance Procedure ............................................................................................ 9 o Equipment Policies .............................................................................................. 9 NCAA Division II Rules and Regulations .................................................................... 10 Contact: Drew Howard- ahoward@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4266 o Practice Time and Countable Athletically Related Activities ........................... 10 o Drug testing and policies ................................................................................... 10 o Banned Drugs .................................................................................................... 10 o Extra Benefits .................................................................................................... 11 o Official Visit Protocol......................................................................................... 11 Academics ....................................................................................................................... 13 Contact: Michelle Tatlock- mtatlock@flsouthern.edu (863)-616-6643 o Academic Eligibility ........................................................................................... 13 o FSC Faculty Athletic Representative.................................................................. 13 o FSC Athletic Academic Advisor ....................................................................... 13 o Attendance Policy ............................................................................................... 13 o Excused Absences for Team Travel .................................................................. 13 o Drop/Add Regulations ........................................................................................ 13 o Academic Integrity ............................................................................................ 14 o Graduate Students .............................................................................................. 14 o Support Services for Student-Athletes ............................................................... 14 Contact: Susan Freeman- sfreeman@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4433 o Student Solution Staff ......................................................................................... 14 o Tutor Tables ........................................................................................................ 14 o Study Tables ....................................................................................................... 14 Financial Aid and Scholarships .................................................................................... 15 o National Letter of Intent ..................................................................................... 15 o International Students ........................................................................................ 15 o Summer Awards ................................................................................................ 15 o Book Award Scholarship Policy ........................................................................ 15 o Work Study ........................................................................................................ 16 Athletic Communications ............................................................................................... 17 Contact: Ben Greenberg- bgreenberg@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4256 o Interviews .......................................................................................................... 17 o Do’s and Don’ts of Interviews ............................................................................ 18
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Athletic Training ............................................................................................................ 19 Contact- Al Green- agreen@flsouthern.edu (863)- 680-4267 o Mission Statement .............................................................................................. 19 o The Athletic Training Sports Medicine Program .............................................. 19 o Your Rights as a Florida Southern College Student-Athlete .............................. 19 o Your Responsibility as a Florida Southern College Student-Athlete ................. 19 o Athletic Training Room Rules and Hours .......................................................... 20 o Medical Insurance ............................................................................................... 20 o Pre-season Physicals ........................................................................................... 20 o Pre-Existing Injuries or Conditions ................................................................... 20 o Exit Physicals ..................................................................................................... 21 o Reporting all Injuries and Illnesses .................................................................... 21 o Reporting Times for Injuries and Illnesses ......................................................... 21 o Emergencies During Evening or Off-Season ..................................................... 21 o Injuries on the Road ........................................................................................... 21 Student Athlete Advisory Committee............................................................................ 22 o 2014-2015 SAAC Committee ............................................................................ 22 o Student Athlete Support ...................................................................................... 22 2014-2015 Academic Calendar....................................................................................... 23 Athletic Department Directory ..................................................................................... 24 Frequently Asked Questions and who to contact ........................................................ 26
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FSC Student-‐Athletes and Staff, This handbook was developed to assure all Florida Southern College student-‐athletes have a clear understanding of what is expected of you as a FSC student-‐athlete. As an FSC student-‐athlete, the campus community holds you to a higher standard of leadership and behavior. You are expected to follow and adhere to Federal and State laws, NCAA, SSC, FSC and FSC Athletic Department rules and regulations as well as all team rules set by your coach. The SSC has a strong reputation as a leader in academics. The conference has been number one in NCAA Academic Success Rate since its inception. We expect you to work as hard on academics as you do athletics. FSC student-‐athletes as a whole have maintained a higher GPA than the average student and student-‐ organizations on campus. It is expected you will attend class, turn in assignments, and study hard to assure your future success and maintain our academic standing on campus. With 27 National Championships and 22 individual NCAA champions, FSC has a rich tradition of winning. Part of this tradition is our solid reputation of sportsmanship. FSC student-‐athletes have exhibited outstanding examples of sportsmanship. It is expected you will work hard and follow your coach’s direction to excel in your chosen sport. It is also expected you will show sportsmanship at a level higher than your opponents. Being an FSC athlete means giving back to the college and the community. FSC athletes preform over 3,000 hours of community service. It is expected you will participate in community and college service events. This is an opportunity to learn how to be a good citizen and community leader. This handbook serves as a resource and highlights the important information you need to know. It is not inclusive of all NCAA, SSC, and FSC policies and regulations. For additional information on specific policy and regulations, go to the respective websites. If you have a question or need clarification, contact the athletic administrator who oversees the area or your head coach. Go Mocs, Pete Meyer Director of Athletics Florida Southern College
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Dear Sunshine State Conference Student-Athletes: On behalf of the conference office staff, I want to welcome you back for the start of the 2014-15 academic year. For those of you who are new, welcome to the Sunshine State Conference. As a SSC student-athlete, you are now a part of one of the premiere collegiate athletic conferences in the country. Our conference has won a total of 87 NCAA Division II National Championships, picking up three additional titles last year. In addition, for seven straight years we have led all Division II conferences in graduation rates, as measured by the NCAA’s Academic Success Rate. You are an integral part of a great conference. By performing at your top level athletically, academically, and within your community, you make us proud. In addition to upholding these standards, please never forget the importance of demonstrating character and sportsmanship both inside and outside of your competitive venues. While our conference competition is tough and the contests intense, I ask that you treat your opponents with respect at all times. After all, it is this competition with your opponents that gives you the opportunity to strive to be your best. The tradition of academic and athletic excellence in the Sunshine State Conference comes from a long history of student-athletes just like you. I am happy that you are part of our conference and I trust that each of you will continue to uphold the level of excellence of which we are so proud. Sincerely,
Ed Pasque Commissioner Sunshine State Conference
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SUNSHINE STATE CONFERENCE HISTORY AND STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Founded in 1975, the Sunshine State Conference has risen from a single sport organization to the Division II “Conference of National Champions.” Since its inception, the conference has grown steadily in sports played, membership and national prominence. Sunshine State Conference schools have won NCAA national championships (84 total) in baseball, softball, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s basketball, men’s and women’s tennis and volleyball, and are nationally recognized in men’s and women’s cross country and men's and women's swimming, as well as women’s rowing. The first NCAA Division II national championship won by an SSC school was in the spring of 1978. The Florida Southern College baseball team captured the national crown that year. The SSC has led all 22 Division II conferences in the NCAA Academic Success Rate every year it has been measured. Each year, over 800 student-athletes are named to the Commissioner's Honor Roll with GPA's over 3.20 on a 4.00 scale. Through a wide range of initiatives, the SSC, its member institutions and student-athletes are actively involved in the Florida community.
Florida Southern College is a member of NCAA Division II. The NCAA Division II is highly competitive while still maintain much of a traditional collegiate experience. Student-athletes are recognized for their academic success, athletic contributions, and campus/community involvement. Athletic scholarships are offered at all institutions. There are currently 314 members of Division II athletics. D-II schools must field at least 10 sports, with at least 4 sports in each gender.
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STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT Your participation on a Florida Southern College athletics team is considered a privilege, not a right. You are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship, honesty, and integrity and abide by the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct at all times. As a FSC student-athlete, you are among the most visible students on campus as well as in the community. This platform brings with it a whole set of responsibilities. Every student-athlete is expected to abide by the Florida Southern College Code of Student Conduct, all College policies, State and Federal Laws, rules and policies of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and the Sunshine State Conference (SSC). You have a responsibility as an enrolled student-athlete to adhere to team rules as provided by the head coach and the Athletic Department. These rules are important because they have the potential to affect your status as a student-athlete at Florida Southern College.
Hazing It is a violation for students, faculty, staff, or alumni to engage in any activity that may be construed as hazing on or off campus. Hazing is any action taken or situation created that produces mental, emotional, or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities and situations include, but are not limited to any physical assault or battery (paddling/gauntlets), creation of excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, wearing apparel that is conspicuous and not normally in good taste, engaging in public stunts, morally degrading or humiliating games and activities that call undue attention to a difference in status between initiated and non-initiated members. Activities that interfere with scholastic activities and College Policies could be considered hazing. Team duties such as carrying coolers and equipment, field setup, filming or taking statistics are not considered hazing. Violations by individuals or Student Organizations constitute grounds for accountability action. The policy on hazing applies to all campus organizations. The FSC policy on hazing is found in FSC’s Cornerstone Code of Conduct. Hazing is a crime under Florida Law. Section 1006.63 of Florida Statues defines criminal hazing as: Any action or situation that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for purposes including but not limited to, initiation or admission into or affiliation with any organization operating under the sanction of a postsecondary institution. “Hazing” includes, but is not limited to, pressuring or coercing the student into violating state or federal law, any brutality of a physical nature, such as whipping, beating, branding, exposure to the elements, forced consumption of any food, liquor, drug or other substance, or other forced physical activity that could adversely affect the physical health or safety of the student, any also includes any activity that would subject the student to extreme mental stress, such as sleep deprivation, forced exclusion from social contact, forced conduct that could result in extreme embarrassment, or other forced activity that could adversely affect the mental health or dignity of the student. Hazing does not include the customary athletic events or other similar contests or competitions or any activity or conduct that furthers a legal and legitimate objective.
Sexual Harassment, Improper Conduct I. Anti-Discrimination/Anti-Harassment Statement of Policy It is the policy of the College that no member of the College community shall be subjected to any form of unlawful discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or violence by any other member of this institution.
Harassment, Including Sexual Harassment For the purpose of this policy, harassment is defined as sexual harassment or harassment due to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, citizenship or sexual orientation. Inappropriate and illegal verbal, physical or electronic conduct constitutes harassment when: · Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment, academic advancement or campus involvement; · Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions, academic decisions, or residential and other campus involvement opportunities affecting such individual; or
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· Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive living, working, academic, or campus involvement environment. Harassment, including sexual harassment, while taking many forms, would include, but not be limited to, the following types of conduct: Verbal: Inappropriate noises, remarks or jokes; negative stereotyping; unwelcome remarks about a person’s body, color, physical characteristics or appearance; sexual propositions; sexual innuendoes or sexual remarks about clothing, body or sexual activities. Nonverbal: Demeaning or offensive pictures, posters, calendars, objects, cartoons, cards, inappropriate gestures or offensive notes or letters. No messages with derogatory or inflammatory remarks about an individual’s or group’s race, religion, national origin, physical attributes, disability, age, gender, or sexual preference will be tolerated or transmitted; unwanted, protracted staring or leering are also forms of nonverbal sexual harassment. Physical: Aggressive or violent touching, imitating or exaggerating another’s physical characteristics, threatening or intimidating behavior; touching, hugging, patting, or pinching that is uninvited and/or unwanted. Retaliatory: Assigning low grades, changing work assignments, or refusing to cooperate with a person who has complained about or resisted harassment or discrimination; denying participation, membership; making retaliating verbal or physical threats to a person who has reported or resisted harassment or discrimination; imposing physical, social, or emotional sanctions on a person who has reported or resisted harassment or discrimination (see also section on Retaliation and Reprisals, below). EEOC Interpretive Guidelines on Discrimination Because of Sex under Title VII, 29 CAR 1603:00. Harassment of employees on the basis of sex is a violation of Sec. 703 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Harassment of students is a violation of Section 902 of Title IX of the Education Act of 1972.
Gambling The Department of Athletics supports the NCAA’s position on gambling activities which states as follows: “The NCAA opposes all forms of legal and illegal sports wagering. Sports wagering has the potential to undermine the integrity of sports contests and jeopardize the welfare of student-athletes and the intercollegiate athletics community. Sports wagering demeans the competition and competitors alike by a message that is contrary to the purposes and meaning of “sport.” Sports competition should be appreciated for the inherent benefits related to participation of student-athletes, coaches and institutions in fair contests, not the amount of money wagered on the outcome of the competition.” According to NCAA Bylaw 10.3 on Gambling Activities… “… student-athletes shall not knowingly: a. Provide information to individuals involved in organized gambling activities concerning intercollegiate competition b. Solicit a bet on any intercollegiate team c. Accept a bet on any team representing the institution d. Solicit or accept a bet on any intercollegiate competition for any item (cash, dinner, shirt) that has tangible value; or e. Participate on any gambling activity that involves intercollegiate athletics or professional athletics, through a bookmarker, a parlay card or any other method of employed or organized gambling. This includes fantasy sports and NCAA Tournament brackets. Any student-athlete found to have engaged in gambling activities may also be subject to disciplinary action pursuant to bylaw 10.4
Alcohol and Drug Abuse As an athletics participant, you are often perceived as a “role model” due to your high visibility on campus. As an ambassador for the Department of Athletics and the College, you are expected to constantly present a wholesome public image. State law sets a minimum age for the purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages at 21 years of age. As a student-athlete, even after reaching 21 years of age, you are prohibited from drinking alcoholic beverages when traveling with, or representing our teams, and at any team or College-related activity. FSC is an alcohol prohibited campus.
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Alcoholic beverages and banned substances should not be consumed while attending athletic department sponsored events, FSC or community events. The Director of Athletics will investigate reported violations and appropriate actions will be taken. Please be aware that excessive consumption of intoxicating beverages or banned substances can be detrimental, not only to your health, but also to your intellectual and athletic abilities. If you feel you have an alcohol or drug abuse problem, please talk to one of our Athletic Staff members. The alcohol and drug abuse policy is found in FSC’s Cornerstone Code of Conduct.
Social Media Policy Competing for Florida Southern College is a privilege, not a right. FSC student-athletes are held in the highest regard on campus and in the community. As leaders, players have the responsibility to portray themselves, their teams, and Florida Southern College in a positive manner. We respect your personal rights and freedoms of expression and association; however, we are concerned about your safety, the image of our athletes, athletic teams, and the College. Social media sites have increased in popularity and are used by all our student-athletes. Student-athletes need to be aware that third parties, including fans, media, potential employers, criminals, and others can easily access your college player profile and any internet personal profile you may maintain. This includes all pictures, videos, comments, and postings. Inappropriate material found by third parties can affect the perception of the athlete, the team, and the College. This will also be detrimental to your future employment options. This policy is designed to protect student-athletes, their teams, the FSC Athletic Department, and the Institution. Failure to abide may result in disciplinary action. • Student athletes are cautioned that they should have no expectation of privacy while using the Internet. All studentathletes should be aware that FSC monitors social media sites. • Student-athletes should be mindful that many different audiences will see their posts, photos, comments, videos, etc., including fans, alumni, children, other student-athletes, parents, and faculty. Under federal law (HIPPA) medical information is protected and must be kept private. It is against FSC Athletic Department rules to send any medical information or injury photo’s over social media without permission from the individual. If a teammate or other student-athlete is injured or having medical issues that information is NOT to be shared on social media.
Sanctions If any inappropriate activity, language, etc., are found the student-athlete is subject to disciplinary action. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to the following: • Meeting with Head Coach and/or the Director of Athletics • Community Service • Temporary suspension from practice or games • Indefinite suspension from the team • Dismissal from the team
Discipline Policies All disciplinary problems, both on and off campus, can result in sanctions against the student-athlete. These sanctions can range from a reprimand to loss of scholarship, suspension, and or termination from the team. The Director of Athletics when notified of an incident will investigate, document and determine disciplinary action. The FSC Student Handbook spells out the policies and procedures for disciplinary action for misconduct on campus, at official institutional events, and in student housing. Student-athletes, however, are bound not only by these policies but also by those provided by the Athletic Department and by their coaches. Florida Southern believes each and every student-athlete should conduct himself or herself in a respectful manner representative of the institution. Athletic Department Administration and Coaches shall have the power to implement rules, regulations, and policies to define and ensure proper behavior. Such rules will be used to establish reasonable conduct. Furthermore, coaches and their staff are responsible for communicating Athletic Department rules and expectations to student-athletes. When studentathletes conduct falls below those minimum standards established, then the coaches and their staff shall have the power to impose consequences necessary to maintain team discipline, cohesion, and safety. However, the Athletic Department shall have
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superseding authority to impose more stringent punishment when deemed necessary. The Athletic Director has final say in all athletic disciplinary actions. The athletic department has no say in FSC disciplinary action.
Grievance Procedure If an individual athlete believes a coach has disciplined him/her unfairly, he/she may follow the procedure outlines below for resolution of the grievance. This process is to be implemented only after the parties have attempted in good faith negotiations of the issues, and have failed to reach satisfactory resolution. 1. The first step in this process is for the student-athlete to meet with his/her coach and discuss the situation. Student-athletes need to bring to the coaches’ attention that the student-athlete believes he/she has been treated unfairly. 2. If the situation has not been resolved after the coach-student-athlete meeting(s), the student-athlete may present to the Athletic Director his/her grievance in writing. This written description should detail the incident, disciplinary action determined by the coach, the steps already taken to resolve the outcome. This should occur within 72 hours of the incident, or the initiation of discipline by the coach. 3. The Athletic Director will direct the coach to put into writing his/her summary of the conduct incident, attempts to resolve the matter, and the reasoning for the disciplinary actions he or she deems appropriate. The written response of the coach should come within three days of the Athletic Director’s request. 4. The Athletic Director, coach, and student-athlete will meet within one week of the receipt of the written documents. At that time, the Athletic Director will affirm or modify the disciplinary action. 5. If the student-athlete still has not been satisfied, the final appeal can be made to an Athletic Appeals Panel. The student-athlete must request the meeting in writing one week after the Athletic Director and Coach meeting. The panel, comprised of the associate athletic director, an assistant athletic director, faculty athletic representative, the Dean of Students or their designate, and an officer of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee will meet with all involved parties and affirm or modify the disciplinary action. This action is final.
Equipment Policies All student-athletes will be issued athletic apparel and/or equipment at the beginning of their sport season. Student-athletes are responsible for all equipment that is issued to them. At the end of the season, ALL student-athletes are required to return all issued equipment. Failure to do so will result in an athletic hold being placed on the student-athlete’s account and will remain until all equipment is returned. Student-Athletes will be required to replace any item that is lost, intentionally damaged, or damaged due to misuse. The student-athlete will assume the cost of the replacement for the item. Failure to replace/repay FSC for the equipment will result in an athletic hold being placed on the student-athlete’s account and will remain until the situation has been resolved. Note: FSC issued equipment is to be used only during regular varsity practice and/or games. Uniforms are to be worn only during games and sanctioned public appearances. Uniforms are not to be worn to class or socially.
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NCAA DIVISION II RULES & REGULATIONS Practice Time and Countable Athletically Related Activities Countable athletically-related activities include any required activity with an athletics purpose involving student-athletes and at the direction of, or supervised by, any members or members of an institution’s coaching staff (including strength and conditioning coaches) and must be counted within the weekly and limitations under Bylaw 17. Therefore, it is important that all student-athletes familiarize themselves with NCAA rules pertaining to countable athletically-related activity. Here are some tips to help: What Counts • Practices • Athletic meetings initiated by, or required by, a coach (ex. Team meetings, end of season individual meetings) • Competition (and associated activities, regardless of their length, count as 3 hours). Note: No countable athleticallyrelated activities may occur after the competition • “Captain’s Practice” directed by coach • Field, floor, or on-court activities • Required weight training and conditioning activities • Visiting the competition site in the sports of cross-country and golf • Discussion or review of game films What Doesn’t Count • Compliance Meetings • Meetings with coach initiated by a S-A (as long as no countable activities occur) • Drug/Alcohol educational meetings, SAAC or Student-Athlete Affairs Meetings • Study Hall, tutoring or academic meetings • Travel to/from the site of competition (as long as NO countable activities occur) • Training room activities (treatment, taping, etc.), rehab activities and medical examinations • Recruiting activities (e.g. student host)
Drug Testing and Policies The immediate and long-term risks involved with alcohol and drug abuse far outweigh any benefits you may briefly enjoy. By combining athletic activities with alcohol and drug abuse before competing, you are affecting not only yourself but your teammates as well. Therefore, you are required to read and sign a statement indicating that you understand and are willing to comply with the NCAA drug policy. Failure to sign this form will make you ineligible for competition and forfeit your scholarship. Selection for NCAA drug testing is made on a random basis and may occur at any period during the academic year. Also, specific individuals may be tested when reasonable suspicion exists of suspected drug use. Please review the list of banned substances and consult with the head athletics trainer before taking supplements of any sort.
Banned Drugs The NCAA bans the following classes of drugs: a. Stimulants b. Anabolic Agents c. Alcohol and Beta Blockers (banned for rifle only) d. Diuretics and Other Masking Agents e. Street Drugs f. Peptide Hormones and Analogues g. Anti-estrogens h. Beta-2 Agonists
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Note: Any substance chemically related to these classes is also banned. The institution and the student-athlete shall be held accountable for all drugs within the banned drug class regardless of whether they have been specifically identified. Drugs and Procedures Subject to Restrictions: a. Blood Doping. b. Local Anesthetics (under some conditions). c. Manipulation of Urine Samples. d. Beta-2 Agonists permitted only by prescription and inhalation. e. Caffeine if concentrations in urine exceed 15 micrograms/ml. NCAA Nutritional/Dietary Supplements Warning: Before consuming any nutritional/dietary supplement product, review the product with the appropriate or designated athletics department staff! • Dietary supplements are not well regulated and may cause a positive drug test result. • Student-athletes have tested positive and lost their eligibility using dietary supplements. • Many dietary supplements are contaminated with banned drugs not listed on the label. • Any product containing a dietary supplement ingredient is taken at your own risk. NOTE: There is no complete list of banned drug examples!! Do not rely on this list to rule out any supplement ingredient.
Extra Benefits NCAA institutions receive more penalties for providing extra benefits to student-athletes than any other infraction. Many of these extra benefits come from coaches or “outside supporters.” Accepting illegal aid violates NCAA rules and causes the loss of eligibility and scholarship benefits. **MAKE SURE YOU ARE NOT THE RECIPIENT OF ANY OF THESE BENEFITS.** Illegal benefits • Excessive Transportation not paid for by the student-athlete • Use of athletic department printers, copier, or fax machine for personal use • Gifts or loans of money • Long distance telephone calls not paid for by the student-athlete • Gifts of clothing or other personal items • Arrangement for the purchase of an automobile on special, favorable terms • Use of an automobile not his or her own (perhaps a coach’s car) • Free admission or a special discount not available to other students • Special favors to parents or legal guardians • Unusual housing or living arrangements • Selling or allowing the sale of the student-athlete’s tickets to an athletic event • Special entertainment not available to other students. These are only a few examples of illegal aid. Avoid any “free” or “special” benefit unless you are certain that the benefit is equally available to all students and unless you discuss the situation with your Head Coach. When in doubt about accepting any benefit or interpretation, consult your coach, the Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance, Director of Athletics, Associate Athletic Director/SWA, or Faculty Athletics Representatives.
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Official Visit Protocol Student Host • A maximum of $30 for each day of the visit to cover all actual costs of entertaining the prospective student-athlete (and the Prospective Student Athlete’s (PSA) relative or legal guardians), excluding the cost of meals and admission to campus athletics events. These funds may not be used for the purchase of souvenirs such as T-Shirts or other institutional mementos. • It is permissible to provide the student host with an additional $15 per day for each additional PSA the host entertains; • A complimentary meal, provided the student host is accompanying the PSA during the PSA’s official visit; • A complimentary admission to a campus athletics event provided the ticket is used to accompany a PSA to that event during the PSA’s official visit. • No cash may be given to the visiting prospect or to anyone accompanying the prospect. Multiple Hosts If several students host a perspective student-athlete, the $30 per day entertainment money may be used to cover the actual and necessary expenses incurred by the prospective student athlete and all hosts. Only one student host per prospective studentathlete may be provided a free meal if restaurant facilities are used. Non-qualifier Prohibition A non-qualifier may not serve as a student host during his/her first academic year in residence Use of Automobile You may not use vehicles provided or arranged for by any coach, institutional staff member or booster of the university. Never allow the prospect to use or drive your car. Student Support Group Assisting in Recruiting An institution may not provide a free meal or entertainment to a member of an institutional student support group that assists in the recruitment of a prospective student-athlete during an official visit, unless the student is designated as the one student host for that prospective student-athlete.
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ACADEMICS Academic Eligibility The NCAA establishes minimum limits for the academic load of student-athletes. These limit state the minimum number of credit hours to be carried during the academic term and the minimum number of hours to be earned during an academic year. These fundamental academic requirements for eligibility apply to all student-athletes: •
Student-Athletes must be enrolled FULL-TIME at ALL TIMES. Eligibility at the time of practice or competition requires enrollment in 12 or more semester hours and classification as a full-time student each semester. Graduate student status and status as a student-athlete in the last term before graduation provides an exemption from the 12 hour requirement.
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Six-Hour Requirement In order to remain eligible for competition, a student must have satisfactory completion of six credit hours of academic credit the preceding regular academic term in which the student was enrolled full time. Summer school hours cannot be used to fulfill this requirement.
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Continuing Eligibility To remain in good standing student athletes should be enrolled full time, pass an average of 24 hours annually, remain in good academic standing, and maintain a 2.0 GPA.
FSC Faculty Athletic Representative Dr. Malcolm Manners, Professor in Horticultural Science serves as the Faculty Athletic Advisor (FAR). Although not a member of the athletic department, the FAR works very closely with the athletics program in monitoring the personal welfare of the student-athlete as well as being thoroughly educated on the rules surrounding student-athletes. He serves as a liaison between athletics and the faculty and FSC administration. He can assist in solving any academic issues. Contact information: mmanners@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4337
FSC Athletic Academic Advisor Michelle Tatlock, Assistant Softball Coach serves as the FSC athletic academic advisor. The athletic academic advisor serves as a liaison from athletics to academics. The role of the athletic academic advisor is to assist the student-athletes in setting up study and tutor sessions and also answering student-athletes questions regarding academic issues. Contact information: mtatlock@flsouthern.edu (863)-616-6443
Attendance Policy Student-Athletes are expected and required to attend class on a regular and punctual basis. It is a matter of professor’s discretion to accept excuses for absences and to grant permission for make-up work. The Faculty establishes specific attendance policies that must be adhered to by student-athletes. Arrangements for taking any examination or completing homework assignments affected by team travel are the student-athlete’s responsibility. Faculty are aware of the problems involved in scheduling athletic competitions and are usually willing to provide some flexibility if the student-athlete requests consideration in advance. Unexcused and excessive absences could possibly result in loss of game participation and possibly Athletic Financial Aid reduction. Professors are encouraged to notify the Athletics staff of missed classes and concerns for academic performance at any time throughout the year.
Excused Absences for Team Travel The student-athlete is given an athletic travel form, by their coach, to present to their professors. Each student-athlete is responsible for informing each of his/her professors about upcoming class absences. At the same time, arrangements should be made to complete all missed work. Any problems concerning make-up work should be reported to the Athletic Academic Advisor. Travel excuses are not to be used as a justifiable reason for not meeting class responsibilities that have been clearly outlined by the instructor. If things change and you are not traveling with the team you must attend class.
Drop/Add Regulations Drop/Add is a term that the College uses to describe the procedure whereby students can change their schedules. Students making changes in registration (drop, add, or both) must complete the change with a standard office form bearing course
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numbers and all required signatures. Not attending class or simply notifying the teacher of intent to drop a course is insufficient procedure and may result in the recording of F grades for semester’s work. Students are reminded that a date shortly after mid-term grade distribution is designated as the final date for dropping course without penalty. See the Athletic Academic Advisor or Student Solutions prior to dropping a course.
Academic Integrity Academic integrity is the pursuit of scholarly activity free from fraud and deception and is an educational objective of this institution. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarizing, fabrication of information or citations, facilitating acts of academic dishonesty by others, having unauthorized possession of examinations, submitting work of another person or work previously used without informing the instructor, or tampering with the academic work of other students. At the beginning of each course, it is the responsibility of the instructor to provide a statement clarifying the application of academic integrity criteria to that course. A student charged with academic dishonesty will be given oral or written notice of the charge by the instructor. If students believe they have been falsely accused, they should seek redress through informal discussions with the instructor, department head, dean or campus executive officer. If the instructor believes that the infraction is sufficiently serious to warrant the referral case to the Office of the Dean of Students, or if the instructor will award a final grade of “F” in the course because of the infraction, the student and faculty member will be afforded formal due process procedures.
Graduate Students A graduate student may be eligible to participate in intercollegiate athletics if the student-athlete has completed baccalaureate degree requirements at Florida Southern College, has not exceeded the NCAA calendar year limitation on eligibility and is a fulltime student (9 credits or more) in a graduate degree program.
Support Services for Student-Athletes Each student-athlete will have the option of utilizing the following academic support services offered by Florida Southern College.
Student Solution Staff A helpful staff welcomes you as you do such things as explore your aspirations or establish a foundation for academic and professional achievement. You’ll find support for all concerns on campus whether its academics, student life, financial aid, or business office related. Every student can take advantage of assistance that can make him/her a stronger, more connected student on campus. Student Solutions Center staff is focused on making sure you have answers to your questions and a guide through the collegiate academic and student life process. The Staff will assist you with: • Supplemental Academic Advisement • Mentoring • Academic and Transition support • Orientation and Registration • Classroom Preparation Strategies • Test Strategies
Tutor Tables Tutor tables take place in the Student Solutions Center, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. The subjects include Math, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Many academic departments and or professors will also create tutor tables. Check
with your professor to see what is offered. Study Tables Many teams establish their own study tables. This is at the discretion of each head coach. The Athletic Academic Advisor may also require you to attend a study table. Failure to attend required study tables could result in disciplinary actions.
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FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS Athletically related financial aid is awarded at the discretion of the Head Coach. As a student-athlete all official scholarship or ‘grant in aid’ will be made in writing to assist in paying tuition, room, board, books, and required fees. All athletically related financial aid will be awarded with the budget and rules set forth by Florida Southern College, the Sunshine State Conference, and the NCAA. If you have questions about your financial aid or account ask your Head Coach, compliance administrator, or lastly the financial aid office. Per NCAA regulations, athletic grant-in-aid is awarded for a one-year term and may be renewed annually; however, they are not guaranteed.
National Letter of Intent Athletes receiving aid from the athletic department will be offered the opportunity to sign a National Letter of Intent. In addition, all student-athletes will be asked to sign a confirmation that they have read and will abide by the student-athlete handbook. The letter of intent mutually binds the student-athlete and the college. The student-athlete agrees to compete in his or her sport as a representative of the College; the College agrees to financially aid the student-athlete by providing a stated amount of money to be applied against their student balance tuition.
International Student Athletes It is the responsibility of the head coach or designee to inform all freshman international prospects about the NCAA Eligibility Center upon recruitment. First-year international student-athletes must apply to the Eligibility Center by filling out a foreign student release form and paying the appropriate fee. The student must, at his/her own expense, supply original academic records (or certified [attested] copies of the original documents) and certified, literal English translations for records not originally in English sent (not faxed) to the Eligibility Center. The head coach is responsible for submitting an Institutional Request to the Compliance Coordinator. The Coordinator shall activate the prospect with the NCAA Eligibility Center to monitor his/her status. The Eligibility Center status of all prospects will be updated weekly or monthly by the Compliance Coordinator and it must be indicated on the Recruit Roster. It is the responsibility of the head coach or designee to monitor the initial eligibility status of his/her prospects to ensure the process is complete. Once the qualifier status has been declared, the Compliance Coordinator will update the Recruit Roster, Practice Roster and/or Competition Eligibility Roster to indicate the change in status.
Summer Awards Summer school awards are considered on a case by case basis. There are many factors in determining who will receive “Summer School Award” (e.g. available funds, gender and sport equity). Numerous major changes, course withdrawals and failures, and other circumstances from the student-athlete’s personal academic record will affect the granting of such aid. All summer aid comes at the request of the sport Head Coach. If you are interested in Summer Classes and/or Summer Aid talk with your head coach.
Book Award Scholarship Policy If a student-athlete receives a Book Award Scholarship, it can only be reduced or cancelled per a coach’s request OR if the student-athlete does not maintain a 2.0 GPA. If a student-athlete earned an Athletic Book Award Scholarship, an email will be sent prior to the beginning of the semester. The email will include directions to order textbooks and materials required for the courses. All student-athletes must take the following steps in order to retrieve your books: 1. Pick up your textbooks from the FSC Bookstore by showing your FSC ID to the cashier. 2. Student-athletes’ must picked up their textbooks and materials prior to the withdraw deadline date during each term. Textbooks will not be permitted to be picked up after withdraw deadline date during each term. 3. At the end of each semester, all textbooks must be returned by the last day of finals week. Please make arrangements with your coach if the textbook(s) will be used during the subsequent semester. 4. Failure to return textbooks and materials purchased by the Athletic Department will result in an award hold on the studentathletes’ account, monetary charges for the full amount of textbooks that are not returned, and loss of Book Award Scholarship during the subsequent semester. Graduating student-athletes will be unable to obtain a diploma for failure to return textbooks.
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Work Study Many of our students are employed at businesses and restaurants throughout the Lakeland area. For need-based students who qualify, the Federal Work-Study program provides students with part-time jobs to help meet their financial need and offer work experience on campus and in the community. Work-study students may work up to 20 hours per week and earn up to $1,200 per year. Eligibility for work-study and other federal programs is based upon the FAFSA, which must be filed annually.
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ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS The Florida Southern College Athletic Communications Office (or Sports Information Office) is located in the Athletics Administrative Offices. The communications staff can be reached by contacting (863) 680-4256 or (863) 680-3955. The Athletic Communications department provides a wide variety of services to the Moccasin Athletic Department and the news media outlets. Athletic Communication duties include keeping accurate statistical data of each athletic event, providing up-todate information on the athletics department website (www.fscmocs.com), producing game programs, writing press releases and updating the athletics department social media pages on both Facebook and Twitter. In addition, the department provides information to local, regional and national news media and student-athletes’ hometown newspapers. A member of the staff will be present at home athletic contests, as well as, travel to selected FSC road contests. The Athletic Communications department maintains, creates and manages all editorial, statistical and biographical content for FSC’s Athletics website. The FSC Athletics website also provides multimedia features such as live audio/video streaming (for selected sports), enhanced live in-game statistics of selected events and SMS text messages (athletics news alerts and game results instantly to your phone or e-mail) via E-Scores. Please alert the Athletic Communications Office if we have incorrect information on yourself, whether it is the spelling of your name, incorrect high school or hometown information, spelling of your high school, the name of your head coach, etc., we want to know, so it can be corrected. Athletic Communications is responsible for producing and publishing SNAKEBYTES, a free weekly Athletics Department electronic newsletter that can be subscribed to on the Athletics homepage. SNAKEBYTES provides FSC fans with weekly recaps, upcoming schedules, and other athletic news. The Athletic Communications Office works on promoting and hosting special athletic events, including the annual FSC Athletics Hall of Fame Banquet (which is held in the fall), the FSC Student-Athlete Recognition Banquet (which is held in the spring) and other events.
Interviews Press interviews can one of the most intimidating, yet rewarding experiences for a student-athlete. The key to a successful interview is advanced preparation. Interviews should be looked at as part of the educational experience offered at Florida Southern, helping you develop communication skills that can assist you not only in the classroom, but in future professional or business careers. All media interview requests should be scheduled through Athletic Communications. The FSC Communications staff can prepare you for interviews by presenting possible media questions and scenarios. The staff can also simulate a tough interview, if necessary. During ALL in person interviews, please dress appropriately (FSC or business casual attire). It is important to represent the FSC Athletics Department in a professional manner whenever possible. Following the conclusion of games, student-athletes might be requested for interviews. A member of the communications staff will coordinate the interview. Interviews will generally occur after a 10-minute “cooling off” period. Postgame interviews could range from a press conference in front of a group of media, a one-on-one interview with a reporter, or a live on radio, television or video broadcast. PLEASE NOTE: All interviews must be coordinated through the Athletic Communications staff. EVERYONE is cautioned not to accept phone interviews, unless they are set up directly by a member of the Athletic Communications staff. Legitimate media outlets will generally contact the Athletics Communications Office to schedule interviews. However, on the chance you are contacted directly, you are to direct them to the Athletic Communications Office to schedule a time for the interview. If the requests are extensive, a press conference will be called. If requested, a regular time may be established for media representatives to meet with you.
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Do’s and Don’ts of Interviews • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Be smart and think before you speak. Be on time for the interview. If there is a problem or you’ll be late, please contact someone from the Athletic Communications staff, so the interview can be rescheduled if necessary. Respect your opponents, teammates, coaches and school. Don’t criticize the officials, your teammates or coaching staff. Be confident, but not boastful. Don’t say anything that would help our opponents or end up on their bulletin board. Be POSITIVE. Be HUMBLE. Don’t make predictions. Don’t take your complaints to the media. The coaches’ office is the only place for these. Keep it in the family. Smile and have fun (this is an educational experience). Understand the question and think through your reply before responding. If you don’t understand the question, ask the interviewer to repeat it or clarify. Look presentable (appearance can say more than words). Dress in FSC or business casual attire. Take off your hat if indoors, spit out your gum or dip. The first meeting with a reporter can leave a lasting impression. It’s easy to talk to the media after good times, but your true character comes out after tough times and adversity (so be accountable and available). You don’t have to answer every question or do every interview, but be polite when declining. Anticipate tough questions and prepare answers beforehand. Have message points you’d like to make. Turn a negative question into a positive answer. Don’t go “off the record” or say “No comment.” When asked a question, you don’t want to answer, tell the media representatives, “I’d rather not comment on that.” Don’t use slang or jargon. Remember, you can’t control the questions, but you CAN control the answers. Thank the reporter for their coverage and for the interview.
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ATHLETIC TRAINING Every student-athlete at the Florida Southern College is entitled to state-of-the-art medical care while participating as a FSC Moccasin. The Athletic Training/Medical Staff coordinates and delivers professional and comprehensive preventive care, treatment, rehabilitation and counseling services to all FSC student-athletes. The goal of Athletic Training Services is to keep each student-athlete healthy and injury free. In the unfortunate case of injury or illness, the staff will provide quality medical care enabling the student-athlete to return to participation both as a student and student-athlete. There are specific guidelines the athletic department, athletic trainers, team physicians, coaches, and student-athletes must follow to comply with National Collegiate Athletic Association, Sunshine State Conference, Florida Southern College, and Athletic Department rules and regulations.
Mission Statement Provide quality, state of the art athletic training services to FSC athletes and visiting teams. Provide a positive learning environment, quality instruction and mentor the students in the athletic training educational program.
The Athletic Training Sports Medicine Program The Athletic Training Sports Medicine Program provides comprehensive sports medicine care for athletically-related illnesses and injuries. This is subject to NCAA, SSC, and Athletic Department rules and within the limitations of the student-athlete’s and the Athletic Department’s insurance policies. The Athletic Training Staff is comprised of four full-time and an athletic training intern. All staff members are nationally certified and state licensed Athletic Trainers. Florida Southern College has an athletic training education program. Athletic training students from the program assist the staff athletic trainers in daily operations of the athletic training facility. The Athletic Training Facility is located in Jenkins Field House. The facility is well equipped to provide treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. The FSC sports medicine team is comprised of two orthopedic team physicians and consulting physicians in several specialties. All of these professionals work together to meet the student-athlete’s health care needs. After an injured student-athlete is evaluated by the Athletic Training Staff, specific guidelines are followed for medical referral. Following evaluation; treatment and rehabilitation programs are developed specifically for the illness or injury.
Your Rights as a Florida Southern College Student-Athlete As a Florida Southern College student-athlete being treated by a member of the FSC Athletic Training/Medical Staff, you have the right to: A. Considerate and respectful treatment and care; B. Complete and current information regarding your condition, treatment, rehabilitation and prognosis in terms you can understand; C. Participate in the planning of your medical treatment and rehabilitation program; D. Confidential treatment of your personal and medical records; E. Approve or refuse the release of your personal records and medical information; F. Expect the Athletic Trainers and Medical Staff to make a reasonable response to your requests and; G. Expect continuity of care.
Your Responsibility as a Florida Southern College Student-Athlete In order to achieve the objective of quality medical care, each student-athlete has the responsibility to: A. Be honest and direct with the athletic trainers caring for you; B. Report all injuries and illnesses within 48 hours; C. Follow the treatment and rehabilitation plan prescribed. It is your responsibility to advise the athletic trainer if there are any problems or reason why you cannot follow the plan; D. Report to the Athletic Training Facility daily for treatment until you are cleared by the athletic training/medical staff; E. Report any change in condition to a staff athletic trainer; F. Understand your health problem and the treatment and rehabilitation program to your satisfaction and; G. Participate in the baseline concussion assessment. If you do not understand your condition or any part of your treatment/rehabilitation program, ask a staff Athletic Trainer or physician. Be sure you know what is expected of you.
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When you want to know……………………………………………………………ASK!!! If you have something to say…………………..............................................SPEAK UP!!!
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Do NOT touch or move an injured student-athlete. Moving an injured student-athlete may cause additional injury. The athletic training facility is a medical facility and should be treated as such. No horseplay will be tolerated. Treat the Athletic Trainers and Medical Staff with respect. They are here to help you. If you have a concern regarding an athletic training student see the Head Athletic Trainer to discuss your concern. You must wear proper attire in the Athletic Training Facility at all times. Please stay out of the staff office and storage room areas. Do NOT use the Athletic Training Facility phones and computers without permission. NO dipping, chewing, or spitting will be permitted in the Athletic Training Facility. Use of tobacco is prohibited by the NCAA. Do NOT remove anything from the Athletic Training Facility without receiving permission from a Staff Athletic Trainer. Please shower prior to coming in for evaluation and treatment. You need to be in the Athletic Training Facility within 45 minutes after the end of practice or competition. Treatments are initiated by Staff Athletic Trainers ONLY. Athletic training students are here to learn from the Staff Athletic Trainers. They must work under the direct supervision of a Staff Athletic Trainer. Athletic training students are not permitted to evaluate or recommend treatment without the consent of a Staff Athletic Trainer. When you are injured, the Athletic Trainers and your coaches will work together to coordinate an alternate practice, conditioning, treatment and rehabilitation schedule. Check with a Staff Athletic Trainer or your coach so you know what is expected of you.
Medical Insurance FSC provides secondary and catastrophic health insurance only. The student-athlete’s or their parent’s health insurance will serve as primary for all injuries and illnesses. The secondary policy will only apply for athletically-related injuries which occur during an organized and supervised workout, practice, or competition (NCAA rules). The Florida Southern College Athletic Department requires that all student-athletes maintain a health insurance policy that provides a minimum of $75,000 coverage for athletically-related injuries. Insurance information must be on file prior to the start of athletic participation. Student-athletes who do not have their insurance information on file will not be permitted to participate in any athletically-related activity. If an injury occurs it is the responsibility of the student – athlete or their parents/guardian to follow up and provide the insurance companies with the documents they need. Information on the procedure to follow, codes and contact information will be provided to you. The athletic training staff will file the initial claim with our secondary provider.
Pre-season Physicals All student-athletes must have a physical by a FSC Team Physician, consultant, or approved healthcare professional before participating. All physicals will consist of general medical exam (heart, lungs, abdomen, etc.) and an orthopedic screening. Further evaluation will be pursued if necessary at the athlete’s expense. Anyone missing a scheduled physical without prior permission from a staff athletic trainer will be responsible for obtaining one at his/her own expense. No participation will be allowed until a copy of a physical is on file. The physical will be arranged by the staff athletic trainer assigned to your sport.
Pre-Existing Injuries or Conditions FSC will not be responsible for medical care related to any pre-existing injuries or conditions that occurred prior to joining an FSC athletic team. Disqualification from participation due to that pre-existing problem is at the discretion of the FSC athletic training/medical staff. Failure to report and document pre-existing problems releases the FSC Athletics Department from any liability in the event of aggravation or re-injury of the initial problem. The Athletics Department will not be financially responsible for medications for long-term pre-existing conditions such as asthma, allergies, diabetes, and acne. The athletic training/medical staff will assist the student-athlete in ordering and coordinating the administration of the medication. The FSC Athletic Department is not financially responsible for medications, but we must be notified in writing of all medications (prescriptions, over the counter, etc.) you are taking.
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Exit Physicals Upon graduation, transferring or termination of an athletic career at FSC all student-athletes must complete a final medical history form to document any injuries sustained while at FSC. If surgery or further treatment of an injury is required, it must be performed within one year of leaving the team. No procedure will be paid for unless coordinated through the FSC Athletic Training Department. FSC will not be financially responsible for an injury or condition that is not documented in the studentathlete’s permanent medical file.
Reporting All Injuries and Illnesses All injuries and illnesses MUST be reported to a staff athletic trainer immediately. A minor injury often develops into a more significant injury unless properly and immediately treated. If ill, do not lay in bed all day and then call or come into the athletic training facility before practice. Athletically-related injuries or illnesses must be reported and documented within the first 48 hours for the FSC Athletic Department to assume any responsibility.
Reporting Times for Injuries and Illnesses All new injuries or illnesses student-athletes MUST REPORT to the Athletic Training Staff prior to 11:00 am (specific times for some sports may vary) for evaluation, treatment and any necessary referral. Any student-athlete who is unable to fully participate in practice or competition must be seen daily in the athletic training facility until cleared to return to play. The athletic training staff will notify the student-athlete’s coaching staff of his/her status and alternate workouts will be developed. Athletic Training Facility Hours during the school year will be posted Saturday and Sunday hours will be arranged by appointment. Summer hours will be posted. All Athletic Training Facility hours are subject to change without notice due to travel, class, meetings, or events.
Emergencies During Evening or Off-Season Occasionally, an unforeseen emergency (accidents, illness, or a change in your condition) may occur in the evening, after practice, or in the off-season. If it is a life-threatening emergency, dial 9-1-1 for help. If not, first try to contact the athletic trainer assigned to your sport. If he/she is unavailable, call one of the other staff athletic trainers. If unable to contact an Athletic Trainer, go to Lakeland Regional Medical Center Emergency Room unless your insurance policy requires you to go elsewhere. Continue to try to contact a staff Athletic Trainer. Do not hesitate to call an athletic trainer any time, even if it is 3:00 am. Prompt treatment will often hasten your recovery. It is necessary to call the athletic training staff within 24 hours so consistent medical care and documentation can be maintained.
Injuries on the Road If a student-athlete is injured or becomes ill during away from-home competitions and there is no Florida Southern College Athletic Trainer in attendance, the coach will contact the host Athletic Trainer for evaluation and treatment. If a student-athlete is sent to an emergency room or is hospitalized while on an athletic trip, it is the responsibility of the coach to contact a staff athletic trainer so that coordination of medical care and billing can be properly handled. The student-athlete must report to the Athletic Training Facility within 24 hours of return from the competition for follow-up care and to assure proper documentation of the injury.
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STUDENT ATHLETE ADVISORY COMMITTEE A student-athlete advisory committee (SAAC) is a committee made up of student-athletes assembled to provide insight on the student-athlete experience. The SAAC also offers input on the rules, regulations and policies that affect student-athletes' lives on NCAA member institution campuses. NCAA legislation mandates that all member institutions have SAACs on their respective campuses. “The mission of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity, protecting student-athlete welfare and fostering a positive student-athlete image.” In accordance with the NCAA policy, the FSC Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). The FSC SAAC is comprised of two (or more) representatives from each athletic team who exemplify leadership skills on and off the field. We recommend that all FSC SAAC members maintain a GPA above a 3.0. The purpose of this committee is to streamline and promote communication between student-athletes and athletic department administration. This committee will encourage student-athlete involvement within the campus community and additional programs that encourage academic achievement, health promotion, social responsibility, and general awareness. The FSC-SAAC also offers input regarding regulations, and policies that affect student-athletes’ lives through direct communication with the administration. The committee acquires valuable leadership skills while also experiencing organizational governance. The Florida Southern College SAAC welcomes all ideas and suggestions. Please contact the SAAC liaisons or the President of SAAC, with questions or comments regarding Florida Southern College SAAC.
2014-2015 SAAC Committee Members SAAC President – Clinton Sorrel, Men’s Lacrosse SAAC National Representative – Grace Donovan, Women’s Lacrosse SAAC Advisor: Drew Howard Assistant AD for Compliance ahoward@flsouthern.edu 863-680-4266
Student Athlete Support Florida Southern College is a community. Student Athletes are encouraged to take advantage of numerous opportunities to connect with the campus and local community. Seek out chances to positively represent your team and FSC. All student athletes have the ability to impact Lakeland in a positive manner and leave a favorable impression as an ambassador for Florida Southern College. Support your teammates, fellow student athletes, and Florida Southern College.
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2014-2015 ACADEMIC CALENDAR FALL SEMESTER August 20
Classes Begin
October 13 - 17
Fall Break
November 26 - 28
Thanksgiving Recess
December 5
Classes End
December 8-10
Final Examinations
December 13
Commencement SPRING SEMESTER
January 7
Classes Begin
March 2 - 6
Spring Break
April 24
Classes End
April 27 - April 29
Final Examinations
May 2
Commencement SUMMER SESSIONS
May 6 - June 9
Summer A
June 10 - July 14
Summer B
May 6 - July 14
Summer C
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ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT DIRECTORY Administration
Position
Pete Meyer Al Green Ben Greenberg Drew Howard Jill Stephens Malcolm Manners Susan Sargeant Micki Watson Dustin Campbell Danielle Glenn Ryan Payne Aya Kitagawa Brink Schoonmaker Tim Carpenter Nick Kapatos
Director of Athletics & Dean of Wellness Associate A.D./Head Athletic Trainer Assistant A.D. for Athletic Communications Assistant A.D./Compliance Assistant A.D./SWA Faculty Athletic Representative Administrative Assistant to the A.D. Athletic Business Manager Assistant Athletic Trainer Assistant Athletic Trainer Assistant Athletic Trainer Assistant Athletic Trainer Coord. of Game Mgt & Athletic Facilities Assistant Sports Information Director Sports Information Assistant
pmeyer@flsouthern.edu agreen@flsouthern.edu bgreenberg@flsouthern.edu ahoward@flsouthern.edu jstephens@flsouthern.edu mmanners@flsouthern.edu ssargeant@flsouthern.edu mwatson@flsouthern.edu djohnson@flsouthern.edu dglenn@flsouthern.edu rpayne@flsouthern.edu akitagawa@flsouthern.edu bschoonmaker@flsouthern.edu tcarpenter@flsouthern.edu nkapatos@flsouthern.edu
Baseball
Position
Lance Niekro Patrick Szczerba Colin Kaline Conor Szcerba
Head Coach Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator Assistant Coach Assistant Coach
lniekro@flsouthern.edu pszczerba @flsouthern.edu ckaline @flsouthern.edu cszcerba@flsouthern.edu
M. Basketball
Position
Linc Darner Ben Swank
Head Coach Assistant Coach
ldarner@flsouthern.edu bswank@flsouthern.edu
W. Basketball
Position
Betsy Harris Head Coach Courtney Strauthers Assistant Coach
bharris@flsouthern.edu cstrauthers@flsouthern.edu
M. Cross Country
Position
Ben Martucci Rebecca Maglischo
Head Coach Assistant Coach
bmartucci@flsouthern.edu rwroten@flsouthern.edu
W. Cross Country
Position
Ben Martucci Rebecca Maglischo
Head Coach Assistant Coach
bmartucci@flsouthern.edu rwroten@flsouthern.edu
M. Golf
Position
Doug Gordin Lee White
Head Coach Assistant Coach
dgordin@flsouthern.edu lwhite@flsouthern.edu
Phone
863-680-4264 863-680-4267 863-680-4256 863-680-4266 863-680-4474 863-680-4337 863-680-4246 863-680-4247 863-680-4267 863-680-4267 863-680-4267 863-680-4267 860-919-3054 863-680-3955 863-680-4256 Phone
863-940-2090 863-940-4727 863-940-4749 863-940-4749 Phone
863-680-4252 863-680-4260 Phone
863-680-4250 863-680-4145 Phone
863-680-5013 863-680-5013 Phone
863-680-5013 863-680-5013 Phone
863-680-4261
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W. Golf
Position
Robbie Davis
Head Coach
M. Lacrosse
Position
Marty Ward Rob Williams Jackson Van Yahres
Head Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach
W. Lacrosse
Position
Kara Reber Lauren Bennett Madison Oliver
Head Coach Assistant Coach Student Assistant
M. Soccer
Position
Ryan Sniegoski
Head Coach
W. Soccer
Position
Brittany Jones Siggi Nagele
Head Coach Asst. Coach
Softball
Position
Chris Bellotto Michelle Tatlock Al Bellotto Chrissy Teresi
Head Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach
M. Swimming
Position
Duncan Sherrard Mike Blum
Head Coach Assistant Coach
W. Swimming
Position
Duncan Sherrard Mike Blum
Head Coach Assistant Coach
M. Track
Position
Ben Martucci Rebecca Maglischo
Head Coach Assistant Coach
W. Track
Position
Ben Martucci Rebecca Maglischo
Head Coach Assistant Coach
M. Tennis
Position
Trey Heath
Head Coach
W. Tennis
Position
Trish Riddell
Head Coach
Volleyball
Position
Jill Stephens Chris Keen Hyrum Keime Mike Flynn
Head Coach/Assistant AD/SWA Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach
Water Ski
Position
Roger Skalko
Head Coach
ldavis@flsouthern.edu Email
mward@flsouthern.edu rwilliams@flsouthern.edu Email
kreber@flsouthern.edu lbennett@flsouthern.edu Email
rsniegoski@flsouthern.edu Email
bjones@flsouthern.edu snagele@flsouthern.edu Email
cbellotto@flsouthern.edu mtatlock@flsouthern.edu abellotto@flsouthern.edu Email
dsherrard@flsouthern.edu mblum@flsouthern.edu Email
dsherrard@flsouthern.edu mblum@flsouthern.edu Email
bmartucci@flsouthern.edu rwroten@flsouthern.edu Email
bmartucci@flsouthern.edu rwroten@flsouthern.edu Email
wheath@flsouthern.edu Email
priddell@flsouthern.edu Email
jstephens@flsouthern.edu wkeen@flsouthern.edu hkeime@flsouthern.edu mflynn@flsouthern.edu Email
rskalko@flsouthern.edu
Phone
863-616-6409 Phone
863-680-4254 863-680-4562 Phone
863-680-3999 863-680-3999 Phone
863-680-4258 Phone
863-616-6455 863-616-6455 Phone
863-680-4249 863-616-6443 863-616-6443 Phone
863-680-6200 863-680-6200 Phone
863-680-6200 863-680-6200 Phone
863-680-5013 863-680-5013 Phone
863-680-5013 863-680-5013 Phone
863-680-4739 Phone
863-616-6442 Phone
863-680-4474 863-680-4248 863-680-4248 863-680-4248 Phone
863-289-1450
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Frequently asked questions and who to Contact for Answers • • •
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Questions regarding Financial Aid or scholarships: o Contact: Drew Howard- ahoward@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4266 Questions regarding eligibility issues: o Contact: Your specific coaching staff, or Drew Howard- ahoward@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4266 Questions regarding injuries, health information or athletic training needs: o Contact: The staff athletic trainer assigned to your team o Al Green- agreen@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4267, Dustin Campbell- djohnson@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4267, or Danielle Glenn –dglenn@flsouthern.edu (863 )-680-4267 Ryan Payne- rpayne@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4267 Aya Kitagawa- akitagawa@flsouther.edu (863)-680-4267 Questions regarding on campus Housing: o Contact: Start with your RA and notify your head coach. They can contact Marc Tuschen director of resident housing. Questions regarding Equipment: o Contact: Your Head Coach Questions regarding any issues with professors or academic staff o Contact: Michelle Tatlock- mtatlock@flsouthern.edu (863)-616-6443, and/or your assigned academic advisor. Notify your head coach of any issues. If necessary she will contact Malcolm Manners our Faculty Athletic Representative. Questions regarding any academic issues (registration, dropping a class, tutoring): o Contact: Michelle Tatlock- mtatlock@flsouthern.edu (863)-616-6443, and/or your assigned academic advisor Questions regarding student-athlete code of conduct: o Contact- Your specific coaching staff, or Jill Stephens- jstephens@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4474 Questions regarding NCAA rules and regulations: o Contact- Drew Howard- ahoward@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4266 Questions regarding Interviews or communication issues: o Contact: The sports communication staff assigned to your team. Ben Greenberg- bgreenberg@flsouthern.edu (863)-680-4256 Tim Carpenter- tcarpenter@flsouthern.edu (863) 680-3955
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FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE ALL-SPORTS SCORECARD
27
NCAA National Championships
19
NCAA National Runner-Up Finishes
16
NCAA National Third-Place Finishes
7
53
NCAA Regional Championships
280
NCAA Postseason Appearances
22
NCAA Individual National Champions
58
NCAA Individual Postseason Appearances
137
36
Sunshine State Conference Tournament Championships
11
National Players of the Year
933
NCAA National Fourth-Place Finishes
Sunshine State Conference Regular Season Championships
All-America Certificates
336
1st Team All-America
99
2nd Team All-America
54
3rd Team All-America
161
Honorable Mention All-America
6 Freshman All-America
54 Academic All-Americans
223
All-American Scholars or All-Academic honorees
6
Sunshine State Conference Female Athletes of the Year
15
3
Sunshine State Conference Female Scholar-Athletes of the Year
3
Sunshine State Conference Male Scholar-Athletes of the Year
1,277
Sunshine State Conference Male Athletes of the Year
All-Sunshine State Conference honorees
As of 8/05/14