Welcome Parents

1. Welcome Parents STEPHEN DECATUR GOLF Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated; it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening – and it is without a doubt… the greatest game mankind has ever invented. - Arnold Palmer Parents, please fill out the sign in sheet being circulated.

2. People to thank Dr. Jon Andes Lou Taylor Dr. Mel Ross Bob Croll

3. Coach Jim Krall • Married (Shelly) 16 years 1 child Matt (14) • Ocean Pines resident • Teacher SDHS • Varsity golf coach (13 years) • Began playing serious golf at age 12 – Flat Creek Country Club, Peachtree City, Ga. • Self taught

4. Club Philosophy • The Stephen Decatur Middle School Golf Club was created to expose 7th and 8th grade boys and girls to organized golf. • The ultimate goal is for all players to find true pleasure in the sport and strive to improve their skills throughout their lives. • Hopefully, a side affect of our efforts, will produce some golfers who may chose to take their game to the next level – high school golf. • No players will be cut from the club on the basis of talent. This club will cater to all levels. • The club is designed to teach players the fundamentals of the game and improve upon what they’ve already accomplished.

5. The difference between this club and a junior golf clinic. • SDMS Golf Club – Free • Coach Krall & Lenox are not paid • Certified in CPR & “The Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries” • FBI background check - fingerprinted • Players must meet certain requirements in order to participate. • Players will be held to higher expectations • Model this club as close to the high school program as possible.

6. Requirements to play • Current physical • Permission Slip • Maintain 2.0 GPA • No In-school Suspensions • Good attitude • Signed Player Contract Any behavior detrimental to yourself, your family, your school, and the program is grounds for disciplinary action. Disciplinary action will include (but not limited to); loss of privileges to practice, removal from club, and any administrative action deemed necessary.

7. Wear the appropriate uniform/dress at all practices. Respect all playing facilities, their employees, and other golfers on the course. Attend all golf club scheduled/announced events and report on time. If you cannot make it you are expected to notify Coach Krall with a phone call 410-430-4572, or email kralldad@hotmail.com jjkrall@mail.worcester.k12.md.us Respect all middle school golfers, their coaches, and golf course employees. Swearing, throwing clubs, or any other forms of poor sportsmanship/bad attitudes will NOT be tolerated. Immediate dismissal from club may result without warning. Absolutely no drug, alcohol, or tobacco use tolerated. Strong rumors qualify for guilt. Getting caught outside of school will be weighed the same as getting caught during school. A few examples

8. For NEW players, I will be ordering wind shirts tomorrow that are embroidered with Stephen Decatur Golf for all players. Wind shirts cost $30. Please indicate your child’s size on the sign in sheet. Please make checks payable to Jim Krall. Club Wind Shirts

9. Transportation • Players must provide their own transportation to and from practice. Practice starts at 3:30 CARPOOLING IS HELPFUL

10. Transportation FormEagle’s Landing will be our home course. There may be times during the season when we will visit a driving range or another course. Players must find their own transportation to the venue. The coach will provide players with a schedule. (Players that can carpool are very helpful) Parents are expected to pick their child up from practice on time. The coach will not leave until all players have been picked up. Please complete the form below and submit to Coach Krall before the first practice. My son/daughter, _______________________________, has permission to ride home from practice with the following players/parents/coach._____________________________ ___________________________ Player’s Name Parent’s Name_____________________________ ___________________________ Player’s Name Parent’s Name_____________________________ ___________________________ Player’s Name Parent’s Name_____________________________ ___________________________ Player’s Name Parent’s Name My son/daughter may ride to practice or home from practice with coach Krall in case of emergencies.Parent/Guardian’s Signature ____________________________________________Phone Number(s) _________________________________

11. Equipment Needed • Golf clubs (3,5,7,9,PW, fairway wood, driver, putter) • Carry bag (keep it light) • May use pull cart (middle school only) • Balls, tees, glove • Soft spike golf shoes or sneakers • Cell phone policy (slightly different than high school)

12. Foul weather

13. Proper Dress

14. Sexual Harassment

15. Keys to Success

16. Safety First

17. Anger Management

18. Kicking golf bag Throwing head cover Throwing golf ball Throwing hat Bending club over your leg or tree Body language that may disturb playing partners Acts of bad behavior

19. Parent’s behavior towards golf course, employees, other golfers

20. Spectators rules distance, cart, food, umbrella, etc..

21. Volunteers • Any responsible adult with golf knowledge who would like to help at practices please see coach Krall. _ Must not show favoritism towards any players, particularly their own child. • Volunteers are not allowed to use tobacco products or alcohol during practices. • Coaches must behave professionally.

22. 2009 District and Bayside Champions

23. 2010 District and Bayside Champions

24. 2010 Middle School Club

26. Media Permission • Please inform Coach Krall if you do NOT wish to have your child’s picture or name printed in local newspapers or magazines.

28. 2011 Format • The players will be placed in two groups based on their experience. • Group A – players who were in the program last year and feel as though they have grasped the fundamentals of the game. • Group B – players who need to start with the fundamentals (i.e. stance, grip, balance, swing mechanics, club selection) • Coaches will assess the players as the season progresses and may need to adjust which group they belong.

29. Players may walk over from school (with a note from you) Practice will begin at 3:30 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. No equipment or special dress is required. No snacks will be provided Coach Krall will walk team out back by the tennis courts for parents to pick up 5 p.m. Meet the Coaches Club Rules Expectations Basic Rules of Golf Proper Etiquette Schedule of Events Head shot pictures Collect Forms First Practice – April 6thCoach Krall’s Room C 190

30. Rest of Schedule

31. 7th grade Club members • Tentative plans are in the works for matches against Most Blessed Sacrament and Worcester Prep middle school teams. • Matches will be after school next fall, when the 7th graders will be in the 8th grade. • Matches will be held at Eagle’s Landing, OC Golf Club, and The Bay Club.

32. Fall – High School Season • Current 8th graders trying out for the high school team this fall should already have a physical on file with me. It must be valid through October, 2011. • A new transportation form and player contract will need to be filled out. • Players grades this semester count for eligibility for next fall. Must have 2.0 or better to try out.

33. 2011 Varsity Schedule

36. JV Schedule • Coach Lenox usually practices at Eagle’s Landing at least 2-3 days a week. • JV players may have matches scheduled with other schools – TBA later. • J.V. players may be pulled up to varsity during the season, and/or asked to play in the Ryder Cup matches against Worcester Prep. • J.V. girls may be invited to qualify for the State Tournament.

37. Questions?