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2017 Football Federation Handbook

Published: 7/24/17

Updated 7/25/17 page 23 Clarence Coach Updated 10/12/17 page 3

11/13/17 page 3 West Semi’s Time changes Union Endicott HS

Union Endicott HS (Sections 3,4,5 & 6) Friday, November 17 Class D 5pm, 4pm Class A 8pm Saturday, November 18 Class C 12pm, 11 am Class B 3pm, Class AA 6pm 7 pm

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Table of Contents

Page # 2017 Calendar ............................................................................................................................................................ 4 2017 Football Committee ........................................................................................................................................... 5 POLICIES, RULES, & REGULATIONS ...................................................................................................................... 7

2017 FOOTBALL RULES CHANGES ..................................................................................................................... 7 2017 MAJOR EDITORIAL CHANGES ..................................................................................................................... 7 2017 POINTS OF EMPHASIS ................................................................................................................................. 7 Legal Practice & Game Dates Refer to the calendar on page 3. ........................................................................... 8 The 2 - 3 - 6 - 4 Practice Policy (approved May 2010): ......................................................................................... 8 Practice at Championship Venues: ........................................................................................................................ 9 Heat Index / Wind Chill Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 9 Completion of Schedule ......................................................................................................................................... 9 All Schools are encouraged to play 10 games. ...................................................................................................... 9 **Interchange of Schedules** ................................................................................................................................. 9 Roster Submissions:, Chain Crew, Admission, Plaques, ..................................................................................... 9 Jerseys, Cheerleaders ......................................................................................................................................... 10 Game Ball, Bands, .............................................................................................................................................. 10 Assignment of Officials ......................................................................................................................................... 10 Division All-Star Teams ........................................................................................................................................ 10 NYSPHSAA Jewelry Rule:, Publicity, Films, Non-Team Personnel .................................................................... 10 Proposed Cancellation Policy of Varsity Football Games .................................................................................... 11 Junior Varsity ........................................................................................................................................................ 11 Forfeits ................................................................................................................................................................. 11 Football Scrimmage ............................................................................................................................................. 11 Grievance Procedure ........................................................................................................................................... 11

Background of the Section VI Football Federation ................................................................................................... 12 PLAY-OFF FORMAT 2017 ....................................................................................................................................... 12

Play-off Format Class B ....................................................................................................................................... 13 Federation Tie-Break Procedure: ............................................................................................................................. 14

Officials Post-Season ............................................................................................................................................ 15 Coaches Responsibilities ...................................................................................................................................... 15 Site Chairman’s Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................... 15 Admission Prices: Pre-school Age 5 and under children are admitted free ....................................................... 16 Passes: .................................................................................................................................................................. 16

NYSPHSAA 20 Yard Line Overtime Procedures ...................................................................................................... 16 Heat Stress and Athletic Participation ...................................................................................................................... 20 The Prevention of Heat Illness ................................................................................................................................. 21 Heat Index Procedures ............................................................................................................................................. 22 Wind Chill Procedures .............................................................................................................................................. 23 Section VI Football Federation Schedules ............................................................................................................... 24 2016 NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete Football Individual and Team Selections .......................................................... 25 Section VI Policies .................................................................................................................................................... 26

Section VI AED Policy ........................................................................................................................................... 26 No Shows at Sectionals ......................................................................................................................................... 26 Section VI Thunder and Lightning Policy .............................................................................................................. 27 Section VI Safety Policy for Cheerleading ........................................................................................................... 27

All WNY Scholar Athlete ............................................................................................................................................ Contingency Plan for Sectional Playoffs (weather or illness) ................................................................................ 28 Section VI Travel to State Competition Policy ....................................................................................................... 28 Regulations Regarding Senior All-Star and Outside Agency Contests ................................................................. 28 Updated April 2009 ................................................................................................................................................ 28 Section VI Financial Procedure – Football ............................................................................................................ 29

Sportsmanship Philosophy ....................................................................................................................................... 29 NFHS/USA Football Official Hand Signals ..................................................................................................... 29-30

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SECTION VI FOOTBALL FEDERATION

2017 Calendar

Section VI approved Football Season: August 14th – November 26th.

Pre-Season Meeting at Erie 1 BOCES. B2b ......................................... Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 6:00 pm First Practice Date ..................................................................................................... Monday August 14

First Scrimmage .......................................................................... after 11 team / 10 individual practices First Contest ................................................................................ after 14 team / 15 individual practices

Deadline for Rosters to be complete on the website ............... .......................... Wednesday August 30 Opening Game ......................................................................... ............................... Friday September 1 Seeding Meeting at Hamburg HS, 9:00 am ............................. ................................ Sunday October 15 Week #8 Quarter-Finals Play-in (Higher Seed) ....................... ........................................ October 20-21 Bowl Finals ............................................................................................................ Thursday, October 26 Semi-Finals (Higher Seed) ................................................... Friday-Saturday, October 27 –October 28

Chuck Funke Memorial Bowls Thursday, October 26, 2017 Class C: 5:00pm @ Pioneer HS Class B: 7:45pm @ Pioneer HS Class A: 5:30pm @ Depew HS Class AA: 8:00pm @ Depew HS Class D: 6:00pm @ Catt-Little Valley HS

FINALS

New Era Field Friday, November 3 Class D 5:00 pm Class AA 8:00 pm Saturday, November 4 Class C 12:00 pm Class B 3:15 pm Class A 6:30 pm

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Host Section VI Section 5 SUNY Brockport

Friday, November 10 Class D 5:00 pm , Class A 8:00 pm, Saturday, November 11 Class C 1:00 pm, Class B 4:00 pm, Class AA 7:00 pm

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WESTERN SEMI-FINALS

Union Endicott HS (Sections 3,4,5 & 6) Friday, November 17 Class D 5pm, 4pm Class A 8pm Saturday, November 18 Class C 12pm, 11 am Class B 3pm, Class AA 6pm 7 pm

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS Carrier Dome, Syracuse (Section 3)

Friday, November 24 D-12:00 pm, A-3:00 pm, C - 6:00pm Sat 11/25 or Sun. 11/26 TBA B-12:00 pm, AA -3:00 pm

***** SUGGESTED STARTING TIMES ***** Varsity Games: Saturday 2:00 PM Evenings 7:00 PM Junior Varsity Games: Saturday 10:00 AM Evenings 7:00 PM Any changes in the above suggested starting times must be reported to visiting teams and the media. NOTE: The Southwestern Chapter’s Saturday games are at 1:30 PM

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2017 Football Committee Committee voting privileges: As per the Section VI Constitution item 7.6, “The representative members on each sport committee will be appointed by each league and have only one vote per league. Other non-voting members may be selected by the Sport Chairperson. Federated sport representative members that are appointed by their division, league or school will have only one vote. The Sport Chairs of Federated Sports that have divisions will verify that among division representatives each participating league is represented. The Sport Chair may only vote when the vote is tied. A Sport Chair who also represents a league can serve in both capacities but will have only one vote.” The voting members of the committee are indicated below with an asterisk.

Section VI Football Chairman: Ken Stoldt* Akron (C) 341-3245 (H) 937-9841(S) 542-5040 x4137 (F) 542-501 kstoldt@akronschools.org Assistant Chairman: Adam Stoltman, Alden (C) 574-2023 (H) 542-7980 (S) 937-9116 x4171 (F) 937-7132 astoltman@aldenschools.org Assistant Chairman: Chuck Amo, ECIC Office (W) 821-7262 (H) 662-4616 (C) 479-9089 (F) 821-7291 camo@e1b.org Division Chairs: AA Bob Casler, Retired 47 Beverly Av, Lockport 14094 (h) 433-3520 coachcazzie@hotmail.com Len Jankiewicz, Retired, 3 Lakeside Crt Lanc. 14086 (c) 684-3946 ljankiewicz@roadrunner.com A North: John Faller, (c) 310-2720 jfaller@sweethomeschools.org South: Mike McFadden, Hamburg (c) 713-7016 (w) 646-3320 mmcfadden@hamburgschools.org B B1: Scott Zipp, Cheektowaga (s) 686-3696 (h) 677-0106 szipp@ccsd-k12.org B2: Rob Valenti, Springville (c) 523-1154 rvalenti@springvillegi.org B3: Doug Ames, Newfane (s) 778-6580 (c) 544-5473 dames@newfane.wnyric.org C North: Glen Graham, Cleveland Hill (s) 836-7200 (c) 713-0170 ggraham@clevehill.org South: Jay Sirianni, Southwestern (s) 664-6273 (c) 450-3519 jsirianni@swcsk12.org D : Terry Gray, Frewsburg (c) 489-4626 tgray@frewsburgcsd.org NYS Coaches Association Tim Delaney, South Park (c) 380-4325 tdelaney@buffaloschools.org

Brian Wilson – Depew bwilson@depewschools.org City of Buffalo Tim Delaney, South Park see above Statistics John Eagen NYSPHSAA Safety Rep. Brian Wild at Lancaster bwild@lancasterschools.org

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Sectional Alignment 2017 Football Class AA 930+, Class A 570-929, Class B 365-569, Class C 240-364, Class D 0-239

CLASS AA (11) -Bob Casler – Len Jankiewicz Niagara Falls 1523 Clarence 1105 Lockport 1054 Williamsville North 978 Niagara-Wheatfield 935 Hutch Tech/CH/Em/LDV/Arts/IPrep 1572 Lancaster 1402 Orchard Park 1152 Frontier 1065 Jamestown 1025 MEC/Riv/Olm/Laf/East/Benn/Alt 672 CLASS A North (8) – John Faller Kenmore West 907 North Tonawanda 831 Williamsville East 756 Sweet Home 754 Williamsville South 724 Grand Island 707 Kenmore East 699 Starpoint 593 CLASS A South (8) – Mike McFadden West Seneca West 907 Hamburg 846 McKinley 809 West Seneca East 690 South Park 649 Amherst 626 Lake Shore 589 Iroquois 570 CLASS B 1 (6) - Scott Zipp East Aurora/Holland 555 Pioneer 550 Cheektowaga 523 Burgard/ MST 512 Lewiston-Porter 503 Maryvale 498

CLASS B2 South (6) - Rob Valenti Dunkirk 471 Olean 455 Springville 448 Albion 446 Fredonia/Westfield/Brocton 442 Depew 429 CLASS B3 (6) - Doug Ames Lackawanna 425 Newfane 423 Alden 412 Medina/LA Webber 408 Tonawanda 399 Barker/Royalton-Hartland 379 CLASS C North (5) - Glen Graham Akron 353 Eden/North Collins 351 Wilson 308 JFK 305 Cleveland Hill 288 CLASS C South (5) - Jay Sirianni Falconer/Cass. Valley 325 Gowanda/Pine Valley 320 Southwestern 317 Allegany-Limestone 266 Silver Creek/ Forestville 259 CLASS D (9) - Terry Gray Salamanca 227 Chautauqua Lake 226 Portville 218 Randolph 197 Franklinville / Ellicottville 193 Cattaraugus-Little Valley 189 Maple Grove 177 Frewsburg 169 Sherman/Clymer/Panama 165

Combined Teams Burgard, MST Prep 512 B Cassadaga Valley, Falconer 325 C East Aurora, Holland 555 B Eden, North Collins 351 C Fredonia, Brocton, Westfield 442 B Franklinville, Ellicottville, West Valley 193 D

Gowanda, Pine Valley 320 C Hutch Tech, CH, Emer, LDV PArts, I-Prep 1572 AA Medina, Lyndonville 408B Royalton-Hartland, Barker 379 B Sherman, Clymer, Panama 165 D Silver Creek, Forestville 259 C MEC/Riverside, Olm, Laf, East, Alt/Benn 672 AA

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NYSPHSAA SECTION VI FOOTBALL FEDERATION POLICIES, RULES, & REGULATIONS

Revised April 15, 1984

PURPOSE & GOALS The Section VI Football Federation is established to provide a service to all member schools. The prime objective is to equalize the competition among these schools so that all may compete in a manner that best serves their interests.

The essential part of the Federation is a cooperative and contributing attitude that all member schools must display. This positive approach will best serve the wishes, ambitions and hopes of all member schools.

It is absolutely essential that members of the Section VI Football Federation realize and understand that membership in the Federation presupposes certain conditions and responsibilities. The guarantee of a complete football schedule for every season for each member school is mandatory. Each member school must work towards this necessary goal. TO THIS END, FEDERATION SCHOOLS MUST REFRAIN FROM MAKING COMMITMENTS WITH NON-FEDERATION SCHOOLS IN OR OUT OF SECTION VI UNTIL ALL MEMBERS HAVE A FULL AND COMPLETE SCHEDULE.

The Section VI Football Federation can and will serve the best interests of all member schools. This does not mean that every member school will be completely satisfied all the time. In order to provide service to all, it is necessary for member schools to realize that, on occasion, the greater good of the Federation or other member schools must be met. On these occasions, an individual school might have to sacrifice its own position for the greater good of all.

As a Football Federation, we can provide the leadership and competition that will benefit young men in Section VI. We have responsible people running and operating fine institutions of education. There is no doubt that by working together we can make the Section VI Football Federation a model for other communities in the state.

2017 FOOTBALL RULES CHANGES 1-3-1h (NEW): Added that commercial advertising is not permitted on the ball. 1-5-1b(3): Further clarifies that the jersey of the home team shall be a dark color clearly contrasting to the white jersey required for the visiting team. 1-5-1a(2) NOTE, 1-5-4: This change now permits any of the game officials to accompany the referee to meet with the head coach for equipment verification. 2-3-10 (NEW), 9-4-3n (NEW), 9-4 PENALTY: Added a new definition for a blindside block and specifies a penalty for an illegal blindside block. 2-16-2h: Clarified that illegal participation fouls by R occurring during the kick are now enforced under post-scrimmage kick fouls. 2-24-10 (NEW), 6-1-11 (NEW), 6-1 PENALTY: Added a new definition for a pop-up kick and specifies a penalty for a pop-up kick. 2-32-16: Expands the definition of a defenseless player by incorporating specific examples. 3-4-7 (NEW): Added a new option to the offended team to start the clock on the snap for an accepted penalty inside the last two minutes of either half. 4-2-2l (NEW): Specifies that the ball is declared dead if a prosthetic limb comes completely off of the runner. 7-1-6: Now stipulates that it is encroachment to strike the ball or the snapper’s hand/arm prior to the snapper releasing the ball. 7-5-10: Removes non-contact face guarding from the pass interference restrictions.

2017 MAJOR EDITORIAL CHANGES Facilities Statement; 1-3-2; 1-5-1a(1); 1-5-1a(2) NOTE; 1-5-2b; 1-5-3b(6); 1-5-3c(2); 1-6-1; 1-6-2; 2-5-3; 3-4-8; 3-5-7f; 3-5-10b; 3-5-10c; 4-2-2k; 7-5-6a; 9-3 PENALTY; 9-4-3k; 10-5-1c; FOOTBALL FUNDAMENTALS – VI-2; PENALTY SUMMARY; INDEX.

2017 POINTS OF EMPHASIS 1. Responsibility on Players to Avoid Illegal Contact 2. Illegal Helmet Contact 3. Sideline Management and Control, Professional Communication Between Coaches and Game Officials 4. Proper Enforcement of Penalties for Violations of the Equipment Rules

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Football Comments on the Rules 2017 By NFHS on June 16, 2017football COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING PROHIBITED ON BALL (1-3-1h NEW): The ball cannot have commercial advertising added to the surface. The only permissible items on the ball are the ball manufacturer's name and/or logo; school name, logo and/or mascot; conference name and/or logo; state association name and/or logos; and NFHS name and/or logos. HOME FOOTBALL JERSEY COLOR RULE FURTHER CLARIFIED (1-5-1b(3)): Home game jersey specifications were further revised to provide schools and manufacturers additional clarification regarding the current trend of utilizing lighter gray shades. The implementation date of 2021 affords schools and manufacturers the opportunity to ensure that newer dark-colored jerseys will clearly contrast with white jerseys. The requirement for contrasting colors to white is not a new rule, and this new clarification will allow changes to be made during normal replacement cycles. EQUIPMENT VERIFICATION PROCESS REVISED (1-5-1a(2) NOTE, 1-5-4): Member state associations may determine the game official who is to accompany the referee during the required pre-game meeting with each head coach. BLINDSIDE BLOCK DEFINED AND FOUL ADDED (2-3-10 NEW, 9-4-3n NEW, 9-4 PENALTY): Continuing with the focus on risk minimization, the committee created a definition for a blindside block. This block involves contact by a blocker against an opponent who, because of physical positioning and focus of concentration, is vulnerable to injury. Unless initiated with open hands, it is a foul for excessive and unnecessary contact when the block is forceful and outside of the free-blocking zone. SPECIFIC FOULS NOW POST-SCRIMMAGE KICK FOULS (2-16-2h): Illegal participation fouls by the receiving team occurring during the kick are now enforced under post-scrimmage kick fouls. Illegal substitution and illegal participation fouls by the receiving team occurring at the snap continue to be enforced from the previous spot. POP-UP KICKS MADE ILLEGAL (2-24-10 NEW, 6-1-11 NEW, 6-1 PENALTY): Continuing with the committee's efforts to minimize risk, a pop-up kickoff has been defined. A pop-up kick is a free kick in which the kicker drives the ball immediately to the ground, the ball strikes the ground once and goes into the air in the manner of a ball kicked directly off the tee. Such kicks will be penalized as a dead-ball free-kick infraction. DEFINITION OF DEFENSELESS PLAYER EXPANDED (2-32-16): The committee adopted specific examples of a defenseless player. By adding these examples, the committee continues to focus on risk minimization and responded to requests on the annual NFHS football rules questionnaire from participating coaches, game officials and state association representatives. CLOCK OPTIONS ADDED FOR FINAL TWO MINUTES OF EACH HALF (3-4-7 NEW): The committee added an option for the offended team on an accepted penalty inside the last two minutes of either half. The referee continues to have the authority to start or stop the clock if a team attempts to conserve or consume time illegally. ADDITIONAL PROTECTION FOR ATHLETES PARTICIPATING WITH A PROSTHETIC LIMB (4-2-2l NEW): With this change, the ball becomes dead when a prosthetic limb comes completely off of the runner. ENCROACHMENT FOUL EXPANDED (7-1-6): Defensive players are restricted from contacting the ball or the snapper's hand(s) or arm(s) until the snapper has released the ball. FORWARD PASS INTERFERENCE MODIFIED (7-5-10): This change eliminates the previous foul for non-contact face guarding forward-pass interference.

Legal Practice & Game Dates Refer to the calendar on page 3.

The 2 - 3 - 6 - 4 Practice Policy (approved May 2010): The first two (2) days of practice must be non‐contact, without the use of protective equipment and mechanical

blocking devices. The use of cones, ropes, ladders, step‐over dummies, soft hand shields and similar devices as teaching aids is permissible. Helmets may be worn.

The next three (3) days provide a transition from the conditioning phase to full contact. During this phase, players are permitted to wear a helmet and shoulder pads. Blocking dummies, sleds and similar devices are permitted. During this phase, player‐to‐player tackling drills, team scrimmaging, running full contact plays, etc. are not permitted.

The following six (6) days consist of contact practice with full protective equipment and the use of all training devices. Full player‐to‐player contact and team scrimmaging is permitted.

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Four (4) additional practices must be completed by the individual and team prior to the first contest. Interscholastic scrimmages may commence after 11 practices have been completed by the individual player and team. Interscholastic contests may commence after 14 practices have been completed by the individual player and team.

At the May 1st, 2015 NYSPHSAA Executive Committee meeting, the following proposal was approved: Limit contact in the sport of football for high school and modified football teams to no more than two "Full-Contact practices" per week during the season; with no "Full-Contact" session to exceed 90 minutes. "Full-contact" is defined as a practice where drills or live action is conducted that involves collisions at game speed, where players execute tackles and other activity that is typical of an actual tackle football game. Note: Limitation of "Full-Contact practices" would begin with the 13th day (high school) and 14 t hday (modified).

Practice at Championship Venues: No practice will be allowed at the New Era Field. Practice at "Funke Classic" sites will be determined based on availability.

Heat Index / Wind Chill Procedure In May 2010, the NYSPHSAA approved Heat Index and Wind Chill Procedures to be used in member school athletic programs. The Heat Index/ Wind Chill must be checked prior to any contest or practice. The Heat Index / Wind Chill Procedures (below). Additional Information on Heat Stress and Athletic Participation is on page 18.

Completion of Schedule Each school in this federation has assisted in the development of the schedule and has formally approved the final schedules; therefore, all schools must, unless there is some dire emergency, keep their commitments of the entire schedule or forfeit all remaining games.

All Schools are encouraged to play 10 games. The section will schedule weeks 1 to 8 Individual schools wishing to participate in weeks 9 & 10 are responsible to schedule their own games. Schools must notify Ken Stoldt as soon as games are scheduled so officials may be secured. List of Schools wishing to participate will be listed on the website. Team s that do not qualify for either the Sectional Play-offs or the Chuck Funke Bowls are required to play an 8th game. The match-ups for the 2015 season are as follows. Sites TBD Class AA: 9th place vs 10th place 11th place vs. Section V TBA Class A: 7th place North vs 7th place South 8th place North vs 8th place South Class B: 5th place B1 vs 5th place B2 5th place B3 vs 6th place B1 6th place B3 vs 6th place B2 Junior Varsity Teams are required to play as well.

**Interchange of Schedules** One week prior to the first game, all schools shall interchange, with their opponents, a copy of their schedule including the location of their field, school colors, admission policy, school nickname, roster, telephone number of school and home phone number of their athletic director, bus parking areas and dressing room for team.

Roster Submissions: Each school must complete the roster form on the Section VI Football website. http://sectionvifootball.wikispaces.com/ by WEDNESDAY, August 30, 2017. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from sectional play. Updates can be made to your roster at any point during the season.

Chain Crew The home school shall provide an experienced chain crew for all home games, both varsity and junior varsity. Adult chain crews are strongly recommended. Chain crews are to report to game officials fifteen minutes prior to the start of the contest.

Admission Schools will provide students with the opportunity to purchase a pre-game sale ticket. Prices charged at the gate will be home rule. The home school will notify the visiting school if there will be a charge for junior varsity games.

Plaques The Section VI Football Federation will provide 1st place and 2nd place plaques, 55 blue patches (1st place) and 55 red patches (2nd place) and certificates for each Class.

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Jerseys Home school shall wear dark colored jerseys, and the visiting school shall wear light colored jerseys for both varsity and junior varsity games unless otherwise agreed upon. If home team is wearing white, the opponent and officials require prior notification.

Cheerleaders Football cheerleaders will follow the Section VI Safety Policy (see page 25) for Sectional playoffs only, and home-school rules shall govern regular season play. League guidelines may be more restrictive. (approved 5/00)

Game Ball A Spalding Ball MUST be used in ALL Sectional Playoff games, NYSPHSAA tournament .

Bands The visiting school shall be allowed to bring their band if a request is made to the home school at least one week in advance of the scheduled game. Should both schools have a band, the half time period shall be extended to twenty minutes to allow each band to have ten minutes of field time.

Assignment of Officials Officials will be assigned in www.arbitersports.com by the assigning agents contracted by Section VI:

• Dan Finucane (North) danfinucane@verizon.net (c) 864-9398 • Al Feser (South) alfeser66@gmail.com (c) 680-0239.

Football officials’ rosters (N&S) are posted in Arbiter. Instructions for using Arbiter are on the Section 6 website, under General Info, click on Forms and Info, look under “A” for Arbiter. Or click here for --> Arbiter Information.

Division All-Star Teams An all-star team shall be picked on a divisional basis only. An offensive team and a defensive team shall be picked. Second team and honorable mention and any other awards shall be at the discretion of each division. Copies should be sent to the Football Chairman, Buffalo News, W.N.Y. High School Sports, and other local papers for publication.

NYSPHSAA Jewelry Rule: NYSPHSAA Handbook Athletic Directors, coaches and officials are to be reminded of the NYSPHSAA Jewelry Rule. It reads: “No jewelry, which includes visible body piercing objects, shall be worn in any sport. Any piece of jewelry that is visible at the start of or during a contest is in violation of the NYSPHSAA Jewelry Rule. Religious medals must be taped to the body and under the uniform. Medical medals must be taped to the body so they are visible. Soft, pliable barrettes are permissible, body gems are not. Metal barrettes are permissible in Girls Gymnastics only. NOTE: The sports of Bowling and Golf are exempt from this rule. Wrist watches are permitted in cross country.”

Publicity The home team shall call the local newspaper and radio stations to report the game score unless otherwise agreed that the winning coach shall call. A complete list of local media can be found on page 9 of the Section VI Directory or on the Section 6 website www.section6.e1b.org or click on Media Link

Films VIDEO SCOUTING: When scouting future opponents the use of video equipment is permissible. No prior agreement or arrangement must be made. All scouting, video or in person, must be from behind all fences or barricades. Video scouting tapes may NOT be exchanged; they are for the sole use of the scouting school. Violation of this policy will be considered unsportsmanlike.

GAME FILMS: Game films may be exchanged between schools when mutual consent of ALL schools involved is received before any exchange is made. Third party schools must give their permission for this exchange to take place. Any violation of the policy will be considered unsportsmanlike.

Seeding Meeting Film Exchange: Coaches must bring all game tapes. The opposing coach is allowed to choose any three games. If both coaches agree, all tapes can be exchanged. Coaches who fail to comply are subject to suspension.

In weeks 9 and 10. All teams remaining in the play-offs are REQUIRED to provide their game tapes from their prior two weeks. This is consistent with the NYSPHSAA tournament rules. If both coaches agree, they may exchange as many games as they desire.

SCOUTING SCRIMMAGES: Schools may scout ONLY the first scrimmage of the year (Aug. 26)

Non-Team Personnel All coaches, directors, and administrators are requested to assist in keeping the number of managers, chart keepers, alumni, etc., to a minimum along the sidelines. It is also requested that all players along the sidelines be kept seated on the players’ bench. Proper number of benches shall be provided.

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Proposed Cancellation Policy of Varsity Football Games 1. A varsity football game may be cancelled by mutual agreement of school officials prior to the day of the game and up to

the start of the game. 2. Once the game has started, the team of officials will determine the continuance or cancellation of the game. 3. Postponed games will be rescheduled. 4. Discontinued games will be replayed where the game was halted. Time, down, and the scrimmage line must be recorded

by the officials at the time the game was terminated. 5. All terminated or postponed games shall be completed seventy two hours after the postponement. This, in effect, will

comply with the commissioner’s regulation. 6. When a game cannot be rescheduled seventy two hours after the postponement, the game will be rescheduled at a later

date by mutual agreement of the two athletic directors. 7. See page 26 for Contingency Plan (weather/illness) for Sectional Play-offs.

Junior Varsity 1. Site and time: Opposite of varsity game; suggested time, Saturday at 10:00 a.m., evenings at 7:00 p.m. Visiting

school to be notified if otherwise. 2. Length of quarters: All quarters are to be ten minutes in length. Timing of these games shall follow the rules as

stated in the rule book. No running time. 3. Number of games: All schools shall play a full federation schedule. 4. Player eligibility: Any junior who is seventeen (17) or younger as of July 1st of that school year shall be eligible for

junior varsity competition. Seniors shall not play Junior Varsity Football. 5. Player movement: Junior Varsity players may be moved from one squad to another, J.V. to Varsity or Varsity to J.V,

No player can play in more than ten games a regular season. * REMEMBER: PARTICIPATION CONSTITUTES PARTICIPATING IN ONE PLAY.

Forfeits Member schools shall avoid forfeiting football games and should consider such action only under the MOST serious and unavoidable circumstances. Forfeits can have an important effect upon the final standings of a division, and this effect is NOT always in the best interest of the schools involved. Schools should consider the consequences before the decision to forfeit a contest is made. In cases of forfeit: Score of contest: 1 – 0; Points awarded: 2; Point differential awarded: 20

Football Scrimmage A scrimmage is a practice that is a SIMULATED CONTEST. In scrimmages: (a) both squads use the same field simultaneously with both coaches making corrections and giving instructions, (b) GAME RULES MUST BE ALTERED – SEE SPORT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS NYSPHSAA HANDBOOK, (c) no official score is kept, (d) time period(s) are defined in the Sport Standards section of the NYSPHSAA Handbook , (e) no admission is charged. The use of officials would be permitted and encouraged whenever possible for the purpose of instruction regarding the rules and proper application of rules. Football scrimmages shall be governed by the following: (a) no official score is kept, (b) no definite time is set or kept, (c) coaches are permitted on the field to provide instruction and make corrections, (d) different configurations governing possession time and down and distance situations (than those normally used in a game) may be used to govern play, (e) unlimited time-outs and stoppages of play are permitted and encouraged for the purpose of both providing instruction and adequate rest periods, (f) the use of officials would be permitted and encouraged whenever possible for the purpose of instruction regarding the rules and proper application of rules, (g) no kickoffs are permitted, (h) punts and extra point kick attempts may involve live play until the ball is kicked. Punts may not be advanced and all fumbled punts and muffs will be blown dead immediately, (i) the total number of plays should be recorded to prevent an individual player from being involved in more than a maximum of 90 live contact plays during the entire scrimmage, (j) no admission may be charged, (k) the participation of student support groups such as cheerleaders, bands, kicklines, etc. are prohibitedd.

Grievance Procedure The 1984 rules specifically state that: “The REFEREE’S DECISIONS ARE FINAL in all matters pertaining to the game.” As the rule states, all matters under discussion, dispute, or disagreement must be settled during the course of the game, and the referee’s decision is, and will be, final in these instances. Once the final whistle is blown ending the game, all matters pertaining to that game are beyond any protest. There are instances that need interpretation and further inquiry during a football contest and these can be taken up by a grievance procedure. 1st step: Contact division chairman for resolution; 2nd step: Contact Section VI football chairman; 3rd step: Grievance committee composed of Section VI Football Federation Executive Committee (representative from each league) All grievances must be in writing with copies signed by the principal, superintendent and athletic director. Forward copies to: 1. Official in charge 2. Opposing school 3. Division chairman 4. Section VI football chairman. The grievance committee will be authorized to seek testimony, written and oral, view films, and investigate to whatever extent necessary to resolve the problem. Decisions of the grievance committee are final.

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Background of the Section VI Football Federation Section VI Football Federation will celebrate its 47th year of operation, having begun in 1970. Many of the original objectives that precipitated the founding of the Football Federation have been met. This proposal is offered as a basis for a Section VI Football Federation play-off. This proposal preserves the 8-game schedule guaranteed each school and allows for a traditional game for those who feel that this is essential. The 3-game play-off will make use of a 9th game delegated to each section for such a purpose. The football inter-divisional championship play-off will not be mandatory. Each school will have the option to either accept the invitation as a representative of their division or decline. In those cases where a school declines, the team with the next best divisional record will be invited. Hopefully, this option will preserve home rule and not force any school to participate when their own educational philosophy dictates otherwise. The Section VI Football Committee in association with the Section VI Athletic Council will conduct the play-offs and, as far as humanly possible, provide the most meaningful experience for participating schools and players.

PLAY-OFF FORMAT 2017 Playoff Format Class AA/D The top 8 teams will qualify for the playoffs The FEDERATION TIE BREAK FORMULA will be used to determine divisional placement. Week 8 will be quarter-final round featuring 1v8, 2v7, 3v6, 4v5. The 2 highest seeded losing teams from week 8 will play for the Chuck Funke Championship in week 9.

Play-off Bracket for Class AA/D

Week 8 Week 9 Week 9 Week 8 Oct 20 & Oct 21 Oct 27 & Oct 28 Oct 27 & Oct 28 Oct 20 & Oct 21

Week 10 #1 Nov 3 #2 #8 #7 #4 #3 #5 #6 *Highest seed is home team in weeks 8 & 9

Chuck Funke Classic Bracket

Week 8 Week 9 Week 8

Oct 26

Highest Losing Seed from Week 8 Highest Losing Seed from Week 8

*Highest Seed is home team until RWS

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Play-off Format Class A/C The Top 4 teams from each division will qualify for the Sectional Play-offs beginning in week 8. The 5th &

6th place finishers will qualify for the “Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games”. Week 8 will be a quarterfinal round for the sectional play-offs and a semi-final for the “Funke Classics.” Week 9 will be a semi-final round for the sectional play-offs and the Final for the “Funke Classics”. Week 10 will be the sectional final game.

All games except for the finals will be played at the higher seed. All teams not qualifying for sectional or Funke Classic Games will be matched up for week 8. Week #8

match ups will be based on divisional records. Teams are encouraged to schedule weeks 9 & 10 on their own, notify Ken Stoldt. JV teams will be matched up for week 8 only. Teams are encouraged to schedule weeks 9 & 10 on their

own, notify Ken Stoldt. Federation Tie-Break Procedure will be used to break all ties. In Class C, the 5 seeds will play in week 8. The winner will play in the Funke Championship in Week 9

vs the highest losing seed from week 8 in the Class C sectionals.

Play-off Bracket for Class A/C

Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 9 Week 8 Oct 20 & Oct 21 Oct 27 & Oct. 28 Nov 4 Oct 27 & Oct. 28 Oct 20 & Oct 21 #1 North #1 South

#4 South #4 North #2 South #2 North

#3 North * Highest seed is home team in weeks 8 & 9 #3 South

Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games Bracket Week 8 Week 9 Week 8 Oct 20 & Oct 21 Oct 26 Oct 20 & Oct 21 #5 North #5 South

#6 South # 6 North

Play-off Format Class B The top 8 teams will qualify for the sectional play-offs. These teams will consist of the top two finishers in

each division along with the next best two 3rd place finishers. The FEDERATION TIE BREAK POLICY will be used to determine placement within the division ONLY.

Seeding: After the final divisional alignment has been determined, the following criteria will be used to seed the teams:

Seeds 1-3 go to the division winners. Seeds 4-6 go to the 2nd place finishers Seeds 7-8 go to the top 3rd place teams.

Seeding Criteria: (all criteria is based on league play only) 1. League record. (based on win / loss percentage) 2. Point Differential Average Total points earned (20 point max per game) divided by total league games. 3. Fewest Points Allowed Average in league play 4. Strength of Schedule in league play 5. Coin Toss.

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Teams 9-12 will qualify for the “Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games”. The 9th seed will go to the remaining 3rd place finisher. Seeds 10-12 will be comprised from the 4th place finisher in each division. The tie break procedures listed above will apply to the “Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games” as well.

Week 8 will be a quarterfinal round for the sectional playoffs and a semi-final round for the “Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games”. Week 9 will be a semi-final round for the sectional play-offs and the final round for the “Funke Classics”

All games except for the championship game will be played at the higher seed. Teams who do not qualify for either the sectional or “Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games” will be

matched up for an 8th game. All non-play-off teams are permitted and encouraged to schedule week 9 & 10 games on their own

Play-off Bracket for Class B

Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 9 Week 8 Oct 20 & Oct 21 Oct 27 & Oct 28 Nov 4 Oct 27 & Oct 28 Oct 20 & Oct 21 #1 #2

#8 #7 #5 #6

#4 * Highest seed is home team in weeks 8 & 9 #3

Chuck Funke Memorial Classic Games Bracket Week 8 Week 9 Week 8 Oct 20 & Oct 21 Oct 26 Oct 20 & Oct 21 #9 #10

#12 #11

Federation Tie-Break Procedure: After the completion of the regular season of football play by the members of the Section VI Federation, the winners in each division will be determined by the Sectional Football Committee composed of the football chairmen listed on page 4. A tie-breaking procedure WILL be used during the regular season in the Section VI Football Federation for any varsity games involving federation schools. In most cases, the won-lost record vs. common division opponents will be the determining factor. 1. Head to head competition between two tied teams. The winning team will be declared the divisional representative.

NOTE: When three or more teams are tied, one team must have beaten ALL of the remaining tied teams to be declared the divisional representative.

2. In the event of three (3) or more teams are tied and have all played each other and one team beat all others, that team is the highest seed. If no single team has beaten all others, the team with the highest Point Differential (based on 20 point max) using only the games played against each other will be the highest seed. Teams A, B & C have the same league record. Example: Team A 10 Team B 7 Team B 14 Team C 10 Team C 20 Team A 10 In this case, no single team has beaten all others. The next step is PD between the tied teams vs each other. Team A has a PD of -7. Team B has a PD of +1. Team C has a PD of +6. Team C would be awarded the highest seed. We would revert back to Step 1 (Head to Head) to determine next highest seed. Team A beat Team B so Team A would be next highest seed. In the event Point Differentials were tied, we would move on to Tie Break #3. If three or more teams are tied and have not all played each other, we will skip Step 2 and proceed right to Step 3.

3. Win/loss record versus divisional common opponents. EXAMPLE: 3 schools tied with 4-2 records and did not play same opponents. Each of three tied schools beat each other so without one team beating the other two, it goes to win/loss vs common divisional opponents. In this case the Bills will be the top seed based on the best w/l record vs common opponents.

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Bears 4-2 Broncos 4-2 Bills 4-2 Broncos +10 Bears -10 Broncos -20 Bills -5 Bills +20 Bears +5 Raiders -3 Raiders +6 Raiders +10 Browns +7 Browns -3 Browns +3 Cowboys +10 Cowboys +7 Cowboys +5 W/L 3-2 W/L 3-2 W/L 4-1 Total PD +19 Total PD +20 Total PD +3

4. Between the tied teams, the team with the highest point differential (difference between points scored and points allowed) in divisional games vs. common opponents, with no more than a twenty point difference per game being considered.

Example:

Team A (4-1) Team B (4-1) Pts. Scored Pts. Allowed Differential Pts. Scored Pts. Allowed Differential 20 19 + 1 21 19 + 2 7 6 + 1 33 24 + 9 12 13 -1 31 15 +16 40 21 +19 38 41 -3 *43 18 +20 17 6 +11 +40 +35

*No more than twenty points per game being considered. Team A would be declared the division representative with a +40 differential, Team B having a +35 differential.

5 Least # of points allowed in league schedule. Versus common opponents.

6. The Section VI Football Committee consisting of the Chairman, Assistant Chairman, and the eleven Divisional Chairmen will determine a representative from that division.

NOTE: Whenever the top team is eliminated from a multiple team tie (3 or more), you revert back to step one to decide the following placements.

Officials Post-Season Officials for the games will be selected by the Section VI Football Federation Committee in consultation with the Western and Southwestern Chapters of the New York State Football Officials Association and assignments will be made in Arbitersports.com. By use of evaluations by coaches and officials, the top officials will be selected to officiate. Coaches Responsibilities • Complete and submit the Admittance Form • Comply with requirements regarding the NEW Football Website http://sectionvifootball.wikispaces.com/ including

submission of rosters by the specified deadline. The following was approved at the January 20, 2016 athletic council meeting: Institute the following protocol when contest results (needed for seeding purposes) are not entered on sport specific websites: The sport chairman will contact the athletic director, giving 48 hours, from the time of contact, to enter the contest results. If the results are not entered within that time frame, T. Slade, Executive Director, will contact both the athletic director and superintendent giving 48 hours, from the time of contact, to fulfill the website requirement otherwise their school’s team will not be able to participate in post season play.

Site Chairman’s Responsibilities 1. Make himself accessible and visible to supervisors, coaches, players, spectators and officials by wearing

identifiable insignia. 2. Station all supervisory personnel assigned to the game. 3. Greet supervisors at the gate and make assignments immediately. 4. Assign the following adults:

a. Timekeeper b. Ticket sellers and takers c. Supervisors d. Police e. Program sellers f. Others as needed

5. Make arrangements for pre-game warm-up. 6. Make provisions for National Anthem or flag ceremony 7. Provide announcer for at least the introduction of starting lineups and officials. 8. Complete all forms with regard to payment of game personnel and mail to: Treasurer,Section VI

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(See Section VI Financial Procedure page 27) 9. Make certain winning team notifies media following the game. Include radio, television, Buffalo News and local

papers. Refer to page 10 of the Section VI Directory or the Section 6 website www.section6.e1b.org Under General Information, click on Media OR click here for the Media Link

10. Tickets: See admission prices below. 11. Send all forms provided, gate receipts and program receipts to: Treasurer, Section VI Office, 355 Harlem Rd, W. Seneca, NY 14224

12. Make copy of financial report and send to: Ken Stoldt – Akron MS 47 Bloomingdale Rd., Akron, NY 14001 Fax: 542-5018

Admission Prices: Pre-school Age 5 and under children are admitted free Quarters: $5 No pre-sale pricing Semi-finals: $5 No pre-sale pricing Bowl games: $5 No pre-sale pricing Final at school presale $7 Finals: at Stadium $10 Finance Comm. approved September 2016 Regionals: $10 States Semi’s & Finals $10 Section VI Passes are not accepted at the New Era Field. Quarter/Semi-Final Sites: The higher seeded team will be the home team in quarter and semi-finals. They reserve the right to move the game to a neutral field.

Sectional Final Designees: The higher seeded team will be listed as the home team. In the event, both schools have the same seed, teams from the North will be the home team in even years and teams from the South will be home team in odd years.

Passes: All Section VI and league passes will be honored at football federation contests, except New Era Field and Regional competition.

NYSPHSAA 20 Yard Line Overtime Procedures 1.

2. An overtime period is untimed play after a regulation game has ended with the score tied. During an overtime period each team has an opportunity to be on offense. However, an overtime period may include only one offensive possession if the defensive team scores a safety or touchdown.

3. When the score is tied at the end of the fourth period, the referee will instruct both teams to return to their respective team boxes. There will be a three-minute intermission during which both teams may confer with their coaches. All officials will assemble at the 50-yard line, review the overtime procedure, and discuss how penalties (if any) including any carry-over penalties from the regulation contest will be assessed to start the overtime procedure. At the end of the intermission, the linesman will go to the team on the side of the field where the line to gain equipment is located and the line judge will go to the other team. They will inform the coaches of any special penalty enforcements that apply.

4. At the coin toss in the center of the field the visiting-team's captain shall be given the privilege of calling the coin. The winner of the toss shall be given his choice of defense or offense first, or of designating the end of the field at which the ball will be put in play for this overtime period. The loser will have his choice of the other options. The referee will indicate the winner of the toss by placing a hand on his shoulder. To indicate which team will go on offense, the referee will have that captain face the goal toward which his team will advance and indicate this with the first-down signal. The other team captain will face the offensive captain with his back toward the goal he will defend.

5. Each team shall be permitted one time-out during each overtime period (A series for A and a series for B) The team scoring the greater number of points in the overtime shall be declared the winner. The final score shall be determined by totaling all points scored by each team during both regulation time and overtime periods.

6. To start the overtime, the offensive team shall put the ball in play, first and 10, on the defensive team's

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7. 20-yard line anywhere between the inbounds lines. The first offensive team shall have a series of four downs to either score or gain enough yardage for a 1st down. If the offensive team gains a first down, the possession will continue, with the ball in play as either first and 10, or first and goal if the ball is snapped inside the defensive team's 10-yard line. The offensive possession shall be terminated by any score by the offensive team, or if the defensive team has gained possession of the ball.

8. If the team on offense scores a touchdown, it is entitled to the opportunity for a try unless the points would not affect the outcome of the game or playoff qualifying. A field-goal attempt is permitted during any down. If the defensive team gains possession, the ball becomes dead immediately and the offensive team's possession is ended.

9. After the first team on offense has completed its possession, the first team on defense will become the offensive team with the ball snapped from the same 20-yard line anywhere between the inbounds lines. The same end of the field will be used for possessions by both teams during each overtime period to ensure equal game conditions and conserve time.

10. If the score remains tied after each team has been given one offensive possession in an overtime period, then the procedure shall be repeated with other overtime periods until a game winner is determined. In this case, there shall be an intermission of two minutes between periods. At the subsequent meeting of team captains, the loser of the overtime coin toss will be given first choice of the options. If additional overtime periods are required, then first options will be alternated with no coin toss.

11. If a safety is scored by the offensive team, the succeeding spot will be the 20-yard tine in possession of the team that was on defense, provided the defensive team has not already had its offensive series during the period (the temporary overtime score is: Team A-2; Team B-0).

12. When the defensive team gains possession of the ball, the possession immediately ends for the offensive team.

13. The offensive team shall be awarded a new series of downs when any one of the following occurs: a. Offensive team recovers a scrimmage kick (field-goal attempt) between the goal tines after it

has been touched first by the defensive team beyond the neutral zone. b. Defensive team is guilty of roughing the passer or roughing the kicker, place-kick holder or

snapper during a scrimmage kick (field-goal attempt). 14. If the defensive team scores a safety or touchdown, the game is ended. 15. Post Scrimmage Kick enforcement is not applicable in this procedure.

Concussion Management

Concussion Management: NYSPHSAA has recommended that every school develop a written policy for concussion management and return to play protocol. Each school is responsible to follow the policy and guidelines set forth by their home school. (refer to www.nysphsaa.org for a reference) In addition, in regards to officials, coaches shall note “if a student exhibits signs and symptoms of a concussion the official may remove the student from competition. The chief school medical officer shall determine when a student may return to play.

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Concussions: The Invisible Injury

Student and Parent Information Sheet

CONCUSSION DEFINITION

A concussion is a reaction by the brain to a jolt or force that can be transmitted to the head by an impact or blow occurring anywhere on the body. Essentially a concussion results from the brain moving back and forth or twisting rapidly inside the skull.

FACTS ABOUT CONCUSSIONS ACCORDING TO THE CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL (CDC)

• An estimated 4 million people under age 19 sustain a head

injury annually. Of these approximately 52,000 die and 275,000 are hospitalized.

• An estimated 300,000 sports and recreation related concussions occur each year.

• Students who have had at least one concussion are at increased risk for another concussion.

In New York State in 2009, approximately 50,500 children

under the age of 19 visited the emergency room for a traumatic brain injury and of those approximately 3,000 were hospitalized.

REQUIREMENTS OF SCHOOL DISTRICTS

Education: • Each school coach, physical education teacher, nurse, and

athletic trainer will have to complete an approved course on concussion management on a biennial basis, starting with the 2012-2013 school year. School coaches and physical education teachers must

complete the CDC course. (www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/online_training.html)

School nurses and certified athletic trainers must complete the concussion course. (http://preventingconcussions.org)

Information: • Provide concussion management information and sign off

with any parental permission form. • The concussion management and awareness information or

the State Education Department’s web site must be made available on the school web site, if one exists.

Removal from athletics: • Require the immediate removal from athletic activities of any

pupil that has or is believed to have sustained a mild traumatic brain injury.

• No pupils will be allowed to resume athletic activity until they have been symptom free for 24 hours and have been evaluated by and received written and signed authorization from a licensed physician. For interscholastic athletics, clearance must come from the school medical director. Such authorization must be kept in the pupil’s permanent

heath record. Schools shall follow directives issued by the pupil’s

treating physician.

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms of a concussion are the result of a temporary change in the brain’s function. In most cases, the symptoms of a concussion generally resolve over a short period of time; however, in some cases, symptoms will last for weeks or longer. Children and adolescents are more susceptible to concussions and take longer than adults to recover.

It is imperative that any student who is suspected of having a concussion is removed from athletic activity (e.g. recess, PE class, sports) and remains out of such activities until evaluated and cleared to return to activity by a physician. Symptoms include, but are not limited to: • Decreased or absent memory of events prior to or

immediately after the injury, or difficulty retaining new information

• Confusion or appears dazed • Headache or head pressure • Loss of consciousness • Balance difficulties, dizziness, or clumsy movements • Double or blurry vision • Sensitivity to light and/or sound • Nausea, vomiting and/or loss of appetite • Irritability, sadness or other changes in personality • Feeling sluggish, foggy or light-headed • Concentration or focusing problems • Drowsiness • Fatigue and/or sleep issues – sleeping more or less than usual

Students who develop any of the following signs, or if signs and symptoms worsen, should be seen and evaluated immediately at the nearest hospital emergency room. • Headaches that worsen • Seizures • Looks drowsy and/or cannot be awakened • Repeated vomiting • Slurred speech • Unable to recognize people or places • Weakness or numbing in arms or legs, facial drooping • Unsteady gait • Change in pupil size in one eye • Significant irritability • Any loss of consciousness • Suspicion for skull fracture: blood draining from ear or

clear fluid from the nose

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STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT’S GUIDANCE FOR CONCUSSION

MANAGEMENT

Schools are advised to develop a written concussion management policy. A sample policy is available on the NYSPHSAA web site at www.nysphsaa.org. The policy should include: • A commitment to reduce the risk of head injuries. • A procedure and treatment plan developed by the

district medical director. • A procedure to ensure proper education for school

nurses, certified athletic trainers, physical education teachers, and coaches.

• A procedure for a coordinated communication plan among appropriate staff.

• A procedure for periodic review of the concussion management program.

RETURN TO LEARN AND RETURN

TO PLAY PROTOCOLS

Cognitive Rest: Activities students should avoid include, but are not limited to, the following: • Computers and video games • Television viewing • Texting • Reading or writing • Studying or homework • Taking a test or completing significant projects • Loud music • Bright lights

Students may only be able to attend school for short periods of time. Accommodations may have to be made for missed tests and assignments.

Physical Rest: Activities students should avoid include, but are not limited to, the following: • Contact and collision • High speed, intense exercise and/or sports • High risk for re-injury or impacts • Any activity that results in an increased heart rate

or increased head pressure

Return to Play Protocol once symptom free for 24 hours and cleared by School Medical Director:

day 1: Low impact, non-strenuous, light aerobic activity.

day 2: Higher impact, higher exertion, moderate aerobic activity. No resistance training.

day 3: Sport specific non-contact activity. Low resistance weight training with a spotter.

day 4: Sport specific activity, non-contact drills. Higher resistance weight training with a spotter.

day 5: Full contact training drills and intense aerobic activity.

day 6: Return to full activities with clearance from School Medical Director.

Any return of symptoms during the return to play protocol, the student will return to previous day’s activities until symptom free.

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT TEAM

Schools may, at their discretion, form a concussion management team to implement and monitor the concussion management policy and program. The team could include, but is not limited to, the following: • Students • Parents/Guardians • School Administrators • Medical Director • Private Medical Provider • School Nurse • Director of Physical Education and/or Athletic Director • Certified Athletic Trainer • Physical Education Teacher and/or Coaches • Classroom Teachers OTHER RESOURCES • New York State Education Department http://www.p12.nysed.gov/sss/schoolhealth/schoolhealthservices

• New York State Department of Health http://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/injury_prevention/concussion/htm • New York State Public High School Athletic Association www.nysphsaa.org/safety/

• Center for Disease Control and Prevention http://cdc.gov/TraumaticBrainInjury

• National Federation of High Schools www.nfhslearn.com – The FREE Concussion Management course does not meet education requirement.

• Child Health Plus http://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/managed_care/consumer_ guide/about_child_health_plus.htm

• Local Department of Social Services – New York State Department of Health

http://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/ldss/htm

• Brain Injury Association of New York State http://www.bianys.org

• Nationwide Children’s Hospital – Concussions in the Classroom

http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/concussions-in-the- classroom

• Upstate University Hospital – Concussions in the Classroom http://www.upstate.edu/pmr/healthcare/programs/concussion/classroom.php

• ESPN Video – Life Changed by Concussion http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=7525526&categoryid=5595394

• SportsConcussions.org http://www.sportsconcussions.org/ibaseline/

• American Association of Neurological Surgeons http://www.aans.org/Patient%20Information/Conditions%20and%20Treatment/Concussion.aspx

• Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport – Zurich

http://sportconcussions.com/html/Zurich%20Statement.pdf

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Heat Stress and Athletic Participation IMPORTANT! In May 2010, the NYSPHSAA approved Heat Index and Wind Chill Procedures to be used in member school athletic programs. The Heat Index/ Wind Chill must be checked prior to any contest or practice. The Heat Index/Wind Chill Procedures are on page 20, 21. Under hot and humid conditions, the athlete is subject to the following:

HEAT CRAMPS - painful cramps involving abdominal muscles and extremities caused by intense, prolonged exercise in the heat and depletion of salt and water due to profuse sweating.

HEAT SYNCOPE - weakness, fatigue and fainting due to loss of salt and water in sweat and exercise in the heat. Predisposes to heat stroke.

HEAT EXHAUSTION (WATER DEPLETION) - Excessive weight loss, reduced sweating, elevated skin and deep body temperature, excessive thirst, weakness, headache and sometimes unconsciousness.

HEAT EXHAUSTION (SALT DEPLETION) - exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, and dizziness due to profuse sweating and inadequate replacement of body salts.

HEAT STROKE - an acute medical emergency related to thermoregulatory failure. Associated with nausea, seizures, disorientation, and possible unconsciousness or coma. It may occur suddenly without being preceded by any other clinical signs. The individual is usually unconscious with a high body temperature and hot dry skin (heat stroke victims, contrary to popular belief, may sweat profusely).

It is believed that the above mentioned heat stress problems can be controlled provided certain precautions are taken. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Sports Medicine, heat related illnesses are all preventable. (Sports Medicine: Health Care for Young Athletes, American Academy of Pediatrics, 1991)

Checking the Heat Index prior to any contest or practice is required. In addition, the following practices and precautions are recommended: 1. Each athlete should have a physical examination with a medical history when first entering a program and an

annual health history update. History of previous heat illness and type of training activities before organized practice begins should be included. State high school associations recommendations should be followed.

2. It is clear that top physical performance can only be achieved by an athlete who is in top physical condition. Lack of physical fitness impairs the performance of an athlete who participates in high temperatures. Coaches should know the PHYSICAL CONDITION of their athletes and set practice schedules accordingly.

3. Along with physical conditioning the factor of acclimatization to heat is important. Acclimatization is the process of becoming adjusted to heat and it is essential to provide for GRADUAL ACCLIMATIZATION TO HOT WEATHER. It is necessary for an athlete to exercise in the heat if he/she is to become acclimatized to it. It is suggested that a graduated physical conditioning program be used and that 80% acclimatization can be expected to occur after the first 7-10 days. Final stages of acclimatization to heat are marked by increased sweating and reduced slat concentration in the sweat.

4. The old idea that water should be withheld from athletes during workouts has NO SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATION. The most important safeguard to the health of the athlete is the replacement of water. Water must be on the field and readily available to the athletes at all times. It is recommended that a minimum 10-minute water break be scheduled for every half hour of heavy exercise in the heat. Athletes should rest in a shaded area during the break. WATER SHOULD BE AVAILABLE IN UNLIMITED QUANTITIES. Check and be sure athletes are drinking the water. Cold water is preferable. Drinking ample water before practice or games has also been found to aid performance in the heat.

5. Salt should be replaced daily. Modest salting of foods after practice or games will accomplish this purpose. Salt tablets are not recommended. ATTENTION MUST BE DIRECTED TO REPLACING WATER - FLUID REPLACEMENT IS ESSENTIAL.

6. Cooling by evaporation is proportional to the area of the skin exposed. In extremely hot and humid weather, reduce the mount of clothing covering the body as much as possible. NEVER USE RUBBERIZED CLOTHING.

7. Athletes should weigh each day before and after practice and WEIGHT CHARTS CHECKED. Generally a 3% weight loss through sweating is safe and over a 3% weight loss in the danger zone. Over a 3% weight loss the athlete should not be allowed to practice in hot and humid conditions. Observe the athletes closely under all conditions.

8. Observe athletes carefully for signs of trouble, particularly athletes who lose much weight and the eager athlete who constantly competes at his/her capacity. Some trouble signs are nausea, incoherence, fatigue, weakness, vomiting, cramps, weak rapid pulse, visual disturbance and unsteadiness.

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1. Teams that encounter hot weather during the season through travel or following an unseasonable cool period, should be physically fit but will not be environmentally fit. Coaches in this situation should follow the above recommendations and substitute more frequently during games.

2. Know what to do in case of an emergency and have your emergency plans written with copies to all your staff. Be familiar with immediate first aid practice and pre-arranged procedures for obtaining medical care, including ambulance service.

HEAT STROKE: THIS IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY - DELAY COULD BE FATAL Immediately cool body while waiting for transfer to a hospital. Remove clothing and use cool water on the body. An increasing number of medical personnel are now using a treatment for heat illness that involves applying either alcohol or cool water to the victim’s skin and vigorously fanning the body. The fanning causes evaporation and cooling. (Source - The First Aider - September 1987) HEAT EXHAUSTION: OBTAIN MEDICAL CARE AT ONCE Cool body as you would for heat stroke while waiting for transfer to hospital. Give fluids if athlete is able to swallow and is conscious.

SUMMARY: The main problem associated with exercising in the hot weather is water loss through sweating. Water loss is best replaced by allowing the athlete unrestricted access to water. Water breaks two or three times every hour are better than one break an hour. The small amount of salt lost in sweat is adequately replaced by salting food at meals. Talk to your medical personnel concerning emergency treatment plans. The Prevention of Heat Illness Guidelines developed by the Medical Aspects of Sports Committee-Medical Society of New York

Hundreds of students anticipating participation in their favorite fall sport usually work to improve their physical condition prior to the first practice session of the school team.

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES TO PREVENT HEAT ILLNESS.

HEAT ILLNESS IS CAUSED BY: • Temperature and Humidity • High environmental conditions • Temperatures of 80-90 and humidity over 70

per cent • Decreased efficiency of heat dissipation • Strenuous exercise

• Poor conditioning • Drugs • Lack of acclimatization • Insufficient water intake

THE PREVENTIVE PROCEDURES • Always know the temperature and humidity presently in the area of your planned workout. Review the

Heat Index Chart and follow the procedure as required by the NYSPHSAA. • Increase the rest periods during the workout and whenever possible seek shade during the rest break. • Plan your workouts with a modest beginning with gradual increase in the total effort.

THE CLOTHING • Never use rubberized sweat suits. • Stockings should not be worn in hot weather. • Wear shorts and T-shirt.

WEIGHT CHART • Check and record your weight prior to and immediately following the workout. • A loss in excess of 3 % of your body weight indicates a need for a reduction in your exercise program. • A failure to regain weight overnight, which was lost the previous day, usually indicates dehydration –

discontinue your exercise program and consult your physician. FLUIDS Drink Water Freely Weight replacement usually results from drinking sufficient amounts of water.

SALT REPLACEMENT: Use an extra SALTING OF FOODS AT MEAL TIMES. UNUSUAL REACTIONS Should you experience a – continuing loss of weight, weakness, or headaches, discontinue your exercise program and consult a physician.

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Heat Index Procedures

Administration of Heat Index Procedures: • Feels Like Temperature (Heat index) will be checked 1 hour before the

contest/practice by a certified athletic trainer, athletic director, or school designee when the air temperature is 80 degrees (Fahrenheit) or higher.

• Download WeatherBug app to your phone or log into www.weatherbug.com • Enter zip code or city and state in the location section of the app or on‐line. • If the Feels Like temperature (heat index) is 90 degrees or above, the athletic trainer,

athletic director, or school designee must re‐check the Feels Like temperature (heat index) at halftime or midway point of the contest. If the Feels Like temperature (heat index) temperature is 96 degrees (Fahrenheit) or more, the contest will be suspended.

Please refer to the following chart to take the appropriate actions: Feels Like Temp(Heat

Index) under 79 degrees

Full activity. No restrictions

R E C O M M E N D E D

Heat Index Caution: Feels Like Temp (Heat Index) 80 degrees to 85 degrees

Provide ample water and multiple water breaks. Monitor athletes for heat illness. Consider reducing the amount of time for the practice session. Heat Index Watch:

Feels Like Temp (Heat Index) 86 degrees to 90 degrees

Provide ample water and multiple water breaks. Monitor athletes for heat illness. Consider postponing practice to a time when Feels Like temp is lower. Consider reducing the amount of time for the practice session. 1 hour of recovery time for every hour of practice (ex. 2hr practice = 2hr recovery time).

Heat Index Warning: Feels Like Temp (Heat Index) 91 degrees to 95 degrees

Provide ample water and water breaks every 15 minutes. Monitor athletes for heat illness. Consider postponing practice to a time when Feels Like temp is much lower. Consider reducing the amount of time for the practice session. 1 hour of recovery time for every hour of practice (ex. 2hr practice = 2hr recovery time. Light weight and loose fitting clothes should be worn. For Practices only Football Helmets should be worn. No other protective equipment should be worn.

REQUIRED

Heat Index Alert: Feels Like Temp (Heat Index) 96 degrees or greater

No outside activity, practice or contest, should be held. Inside activity should only be held if air conditioned.

Approved May 1, 2010 Updated July 27, 2016

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Wind Chill Procedures

Administration of Wind Chill Procedures: • Feels Like Temperature (Wind Chill) will be checked 1 hour before the

contest/practice by a certified athletic trainer, athletic director, or school designee when the air temperature is 39 degrees (Fahrenheit) or lower.

• Download WeatherBug app to your phone or log into www.weatherbug.com.

• Enter zip code or city and state in the location section of the app or on‐line.

• If the Feels Like temperature (wind chill) is 10 degrees or below, the athletic trainer, athletic director, or school designee must re‐check the Feels Like (wind chill) at halftime or midway point of the contest. If the Feels Like (wind chill) temperature is ‐11 degrees (Fahrenheit) or lower, the contest will be suspended.

Please refer to the following chart to take the appropriate actions:

Feels Like Temp (wind chill) above 40 degrees

Full activity. No restrictions

R E C O M M E N D E D

Wind Chill Caution: Feels Like Temp (wind chill) 39 degrees to 20 degrees

Stay adequately hydrated. Notify coaches of the threat of cold related illnesses. Have students and coaches dress in layers of clothing.

Wind Chill Watch: Feels Like Temp (wind chill) 19 degrees to 10 degrees

Stay adequately hydrated. Notify coaches of the threat of cold related illnesses. Have students and coaches dress in layers of clothing. Cover the head and neck to prevent heat loss.

Wind Chill Warning: Feels Like Temp (wind chill) 9 degrees to ‐10 degrees

Stay adequately hydrated. Notify coaches of the threat of cold related illnesses. Have students and coaches dress in layers of clothing. Cover the head and neck to prevent heat loss. Consider postponing practice to a time when the Feels Like temp is much higher. Consider reducing the amount of time for an outdoor practice session.

REQUIRED

Wind Chill Alert: Feels Like Temp (wind chill) ‐11 degrees or lower

No outside activity, practice or contest, should be held.

Special Note: Alpine Skiing will be exempt from this policy and will follow the regulations of the host ski center where the practice or event is being held.

Approved May 1, 2010 Updated July 27, 2016

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Section VI Football Federation Schedules available on www.arbitersports.com

LOGIN TO ARBITERSPORTS:

Go to the ArbiterSports website https://www.ArbiterSports.com/ In the boxes next to Sign-in (upper right), enter this email address: public@email.com in the first box

and public as the password in the second box. Click GO. TO ACCESS MASTER SCHEDULES

Click on the tab at the top SCHEDULE. Click on the sub-tab MASTER SCHEDULE. All games for Section 6 will display. You may filter the

master schedule by selecting a sport, date, site, home team, or away team using the drop down arrows next to each category and then click GO.

Section VI Football Coaches Directory 2017

School Name E-Mail Address Phone Akron Andy Clouse aclouse@akronschools.org 713-6632 Albion Adam Krenning akrenning@albionk12.org (585) 721-6017 Alden Rob Currin rcurrin@aldenschools.org (c) 913-0099 All/Limestone Paul Furlong pfurlong@alcsny.org 378-2231 Amherst Jason Beckman jbeckman@amherstschools.org 425-3571 Bennett Steven McDuffie smcduffie@buffaloschools.org 335-4644 Burgard Jason Kolb jkolb@buffaloschools.org 715-4728 Catt/L.Valley Tim Miller tmiller@clvschools.org 257-9757 Chautauqua Lake Rich Morton rmorton@clake.org 1-804-510-9688 Cheektowaga Mike Fatta mfatta@ccsd-k12.org 686-3602 x3184 Clarence Paul Burgio pburgio@clarenceschools.org 912-4497 Cleveland Hill Glen Graham ggraham@clevehill.org 713-0170 Depew Brian Wilson bwilson@depewschools.org (c) 867-0536 Dunkirk Mike Sarratori msarratori@dunkirk.wnyric.org 861-2047 East Aurora John Swiniuch jswiniuch@eak12.org 432-6694 Eden Mike Alessi alessi0403@hotmail.com 220-6274 Falconer/CassLV Jeff Smith jsmith@cvcougars.org 548-8308 Franklinville/Ell/WV Chad Bartoszek cbartoszek@eville.wnyric.org 244-1291 Fredonia/West/Broc Greg Sherlock 99gsherlock@jamestown.wnyric.org 785-1573 Frewsburg Terry Gray tgray@frewsburgcsd.org 483-1362 Frontier Mark Privateer frontiervarsityfootball@gmail.com 465-6988 Gowanda Sean Gabel mrgabel@gcslearn.org 532-2163 Grand Island Dean Santorio deansantorio@gicsd.org 773-6170 Hamburg Jeff Tripp jtripp@hamburgschools.org 430-2978 Hutch-Tech Chris Gelsomino cgelsomino@buffaloschools.org 316-6690 Iroquois Robert Pitzonka rpitzonka@iroquoiscsd.org 866-6213 Jamestown Tom Langworthy thomas.langworthy@jamestown.wnyric.org 450-8537 JFK Jeff Sabatino jsabatino@csufsd.org 308-2151 Kenmore East Patrick Veltri pveltri@ktufsd.org 523-7794 Kenmore West John Haynes jhaynes@ktufsd.org 628-1710 Lackawanna Adam Tardif atardif@lackawannaschools.org (c) 310-9829 Lake Shore Drew Takacs dtakacs@lakeshorecsd.org 807-7316 Lancaster Eric Rupp erupp@lancasterschools.org 481-3261 Lew-Port Matt Bradshaw mbradshaw@lew-port.com 523-4217 Lockport Matt Vermette mvermette@lockportschools.net (813) 843-6970 Maple Grove Curt Fischer cfischer9808@gmail.com 450-1000 Maryvale Jeff Buccieri buccierj@maryvaleufsd.org (c) 597-9305 McKinley Brian Hillery bhillery@buffaloschools.org 512-3425

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Section VI Football Coaches Directory 2017 (continued)

School Name E-Mail Address Phone Medina Eric Valley evalley@medinacsd.org (585) 729-7204 Newfane Chuck Nagel cnagel@newfane.wnyric.org 471-5801 Niagara Falls Don Bass dbass@nfschools.net 228-7566 Nia-Wheatfield Russ Nixon rnixon@nwcsd.org 308-2658 N. Tonawanda Henry Fumerelle henryfum@roadrunner.com 572-1871 Olean Phil Vecchio pvecchio@olean.wnyric.org 474-9714 Orchard Park Gene Tundo dhack@opschools.org 523-8383 Pioneer Jim Duprey jduprey@pioneercsd.org 496-8942 Portville Gary Swetland gswetland@portvillecsd.org 307-4529 Randolph Brent Brown bbrown2@randolphcsd.org 450-4458 Roy-Hart Don Baker Dbaker@royhart.org 799-9633 Salamanca Paul Haley pbhaley@salamancany.org 801-5404 Sherman Ty Harper tharper@sherman.wnyric.org 410-1422 Silver Creek Sean Helmer shelmer@silvercreekschools.org 572-3634 South Park Tim Delaney tdelaney@buffaloschools.org 380-4325 Southwestern Jehuu Caulcrick cauls3030@gmail.com (814)-806-6964 Springville Rob Valenti rvalenti@springvillegi.org 523-1154 Starpoint Al Cavagnaro acavagnaro@starpointcsd.org 434-0387 Sweet Home Rich Lowe rlowe@sweethomeschools.org 471-0844 Tonawanda Joe Kelly jkelly@buffaloschools.org 913-2747 W. Seneca East Jim Maurino jmaurino@wscschools.org 860-7741 W. Seneca West Mike Vastola mvastola@wscschools.org 954-3565 Wmsv. East Mike Torrillo mtorrillo@williamsvillek12.org 867-8278 Wmsv. North Mike Mammoliti mmammoliti@williamsvillek12.org 572-1971 Wmsv. South Kraig Kurzanski kkurzanski@williamsvillek12.org 633-2209 Wilson Bill Atlas watlas@wilsoncsd.org 200-9034 2016 NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete Football Individual and Team Selections

Congratulations to all on this academic achievement!

INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARS SCHOOLS # of Students

STATE SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAM SELECTIONS

AKRON HS 3 ALDEN SENIOR HS 10 ALDEN SENIOR HS ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE HS 11 BARKER JR/SR HS 11 CASSADAGA VALLEY HS 7 CATTARAUGUS-LITTLE VALLEY HS 9 CHARLES D'AMICO HS 9 CHEEKTOWAGA HS 11 CHEEKTOWAGA HS CLARENCE SENIOR HS 15 CLARENCE SENIOR HS CLEVELAND HILL HS 8 DEPEW HS 17 DEPEW HS EAST AURORA HS 10 EDEN JR/SR HS 6 FRANKLINVILLE JR/SR HS /Ellicottville HS 13 FRANKLINVILLE JR/SR HS FREDONIA HS /Westfield HS & Brocton HS 13 FREDONIA HS FREWSBURG JR/SR HS 13 FREWSBURG JR/SR HS FRONTIER SENIOR HS 13

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GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HS 12 GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HS 2016 NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete Football Continued

INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARS SCHOOLS # of Students

STATE SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAM SELECTIONS

HAMBURG HS 16 HAMBURG HS IROQUOIS SENIOR HS 18 IROQUOIS SENIOR HS JAMESTOWN HS 5 KENMORE WEST SENIOR HS 3 LANCASTER HS 22 LANCASTER HS LOCKPORT HS 10 MAPLE GROVE JR/SR HS 13 MAPLE GROVE JR/SR HS MARYVALE HS 11 MEDINA HS 8 NEWFANE SENIOR HS 9 NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD SR HS 20 NORTH TONAWANDA HS 16 NORTH TONAWANDA HS ORCHARD PARK HS 14 PIONEER SENIOR HS 8 PORTVILLE JR/SR HS 8 SOUTHWESTERN SENIOR HS 22 SOUTHWESTERN SENIOR HS SPRINGVILLE-GRIFFITH INSTITUTE HS 8 STARPOINT HS 20 STARPOINT HS SWEET HOME SENIOR HS 8 TONAWANDA MIDDLE/HS 5 WEST SENECA EAST SENIOR HS 20 WEST SENECA EAST SENIOR HS WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HS 18 WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HS WESTFIELD HS 5 WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HS 8 WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HS WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HS 17 WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HS WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HS 13 WILSON HS 9

Section VI Policies

Section VI AED Policy (effective Feb. 2003) AED Policy #430 Section 6 Policy Manual The game site-chairperson will be responsible for securing an AED for the certified trainer’s use at all sectional contests, and at all regional and state contests that are hosted by Section VI. The certified trainer will be provided by an orthopedic group contracted by Section VI, at all post-season contests held at NEUTRAL SITES.

Note: If a school suffers loss or damage to an AED that is being used for post-season contests, the Section will be financially responsible.

No Shows at Sectionals (approved 11/98)

A school team that does not show or refuses to play in a Sectional contest after the seeding meeting spoils the integrity of the tournament. The Section VI Athletic Council approved the following policy 11/98: a. Schools shall declare their intent to play or not play prior to sectional seeding, as per the sport specific

sectional handbook. Schools failing to fulfill their pre-tournament commitment shall be subject to the following sanction: One year ineligibility for sectional play in that sport with the ability to appeal to the Athletic Council. Appeal must occur within 60 days of the completion of sectional play.

b. The Section Chairperson must notify the Executive Secretary of the occurrence and the Section office will notify the Superintendent, Principal and Athletic Director of the sanction.

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Section VI Thunder and Lightning Policy (adopted 1/20/99 - revised 3/03, 11/04)

Thunder and Lightning Policies #420 Section 6 Policy Manual “Thunder and lightning necessitates that all contests be suspended. The occurrence of thunder and/or lightning is not subject to interpretation or discussion - thunder is thunder, lightning is lightning. If lightning and/or thunder is observed, all outdoor activities will be suspended immediately. Players and spectators shall be directed to report to a shelter, a building normally occupied by the public or if a building is unavailable, participants should go inside a vehicle with a solid metal top (e.g. bus, van, car). The officials and responsible authorities shall make every reasonable effort to resume and complete the contest, with full consideration of the weather and site conditions (as they affect safety and playing conditions). The official/coaches shall wait 30 minutes from the time the last boom is heard and/or the last strike is seen before starting or resuming play. CLARIFICATIONS: PRIOR TO CONTEST If thunder/lightning is observed at the site of an outdoor contest by the officials/coaches 30 or fewer minutes prior to the scheduled start of that contest, the official/coaches and the responsible school authorities shall not permit the contest to begin. Before the contest can begin a 30-minute period void of any strike or boom must be observed.

DURING THE CONTEST If thunder/lightning is observed at the site of an outdoor contest by the officials during the playing of the contest, the official/coaches shall immediately cease play for 30 minutes. Play may not resume until there has been a period of at least 30 minutes in which a boom or strike has not been observed. The rules of the particular sport shall determine whether the contest is ‘official’ or must be resumed at a later date.”

NYSPHSAA Handbook: 25. REPRESENTATION: a. A contestant or athletic team shall not represent a school except in conformance with all rules and regulations. It shall be the duty of trustees and boards of education to require that athletic activities be limited to competition between secondary school students. To be eligible for sectional, intersectional or state competition, a team must have competed in six (6) school scheduled contests which occurred on six (6) different dates during the season. Team Sports: For the sports of baseball, basketball , field hockey, ice hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball and volleyball an individual is eligible for the team if he/she has been an eligible participant on a team in that sport in that school for a minimum of six (6) scheduled contests during the regular season. For football, a student must be an eligible participant for a minimum of three (3) contests. For Competitive Cheerleading, a student must be an eligible participant for a minimum of two (2) competitions.

Section VI Safety Policy for Cheerleading (Section VI bylaws article 14.2, adopted 1/20/99)

Safety Policy for Cheerleading #440 & 441 Section 6 Policy Manual “The purpose of cheerleading is to foster school spirit, encourage sportsmanship, and assist in crowd control. In the interest of safety and to prevent injury to cheerleaders, the following pyramids, vaulting devices and maneuvers are prohibited at all sectional and post-sectional competition:

• Mini-trampolines, spring boards and any other devices for increasing height Falling to the knees or falling to a knee slide.

• Flips, handsprings, walkovers and falls from the tops of pyramids or bases (walkovers, splits, round-offs and cart wheels from the floor are allowed).

• All tosses. • Pyramids in excess of double level stunts. A pyramid is limited to multiple double level stunts which may or may not connect to other multiple double

level stunts on single people. Definitions:

A double level stunt is defined as a stunt involving a base in mount(s). A base is defined as a person contacting the floor. A mount is defines as a person held by a base. A support is defined as touching for the purpose of design, but not balance.”

The Section VI Athletic Council strongly recommends that each league accept this same policy for league competition. NOTE: Both cheerleading squads will have the option to perform at half-time at all sectional contests.

All WNY Scholar Athlete Coaches and Athletic Directors are encouraged to nominate athletes for selection as an All-WNY Scholar Athlete. Applications must be completed on-line. Click here for The criteria for selection and the Nomination Form. All paperwork, along with a copy of the completed online application, must be mailed or e-mailed to the Section VI office before November 15th . Those selected will be honored by both Section VI and the Buffalo News.

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Contingency Plan for Sectional Playoffs (weather or illness) 1. Contests will be postponed only if a participating school is officially closed due to weather or illness. 2. It is the responsibility of the Athletic Director (or designee) to notify the Sport Chairperson that the school has

been closed due to weather conditions (or illness) as soon as he/she becomes aware of such action. Officials and the media will be notified by the Chairperson (or designee).

3. In the event that a school is closed on the day its playoff contest is scheduled, the decision to play is left to the school district.

4. When a contest is at a non-school site: If the competition facility and the roads to that destination are open, then the competition will go on as scheduled. If either the roads or the facility are closed, then the competition will be cancelled. Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES is a site contracted by Section VI available for practice when a meet is cancelled. Individual schools wishing to use a site for practice must follow standard rental procedures through their Athletic Director.

5. The Sport Chairperson will notify the Executive Director of any postponements. 6. PLEASE NOTE: It is up to the individual leagues to recognize the potential for snow days, power outages,

etc. that may cause cancellations and problems. The individual leagues should schedule their last league contest at least one or two days prior to the seeding meeting, allowing for a make-up league contest(s) prior to the seeding meeting if necessary. The storm in Feb. 2006 that closed schools the day before the seeding meeting bears this point out.

Section VI Travel to State Competition Policy For the complete policy click on #310 in the Policy Manual

Summary for Team Sports Member schools participating in state competition will be responsible for all costs related to that participation. Section VI responsibility for member school participation in state championships is outlined below.

SUPERVISION: One or more certified coaches are required to travel with the student athletes from their school and must be present on any Section VI contracted bus, as well as the location where the athletes are housed, state competition where the athlete(s) will compete and all related events. TRANSPORTATION: a) Schools will make their own transportation arrangements for their athletes involved in state competition in

team sports. Schools will be responsible for all transportation costs. b) Section VI will apply to NYSPHSAA for the allowed reimbursement of $1.35* per mile on the state grid (for

one bus per team) and will forward this reimbursement to the schools upon receipt of funds from the state. LODGING: The Sportchair will advise participating schools if accommodations are to be arranged by the state or by the schools. School will be responsible for all lodging costs. MEALS: Schools will be responsible for the cost of athletes’ meals at state competition.

*State approved 5/09 Regulations Regarding Senior All-Star and Outside Agency Contests

Updated April 2009

1. All Senior All-Star and Outside Agency contests MUST be approved by Section VI. In addition, Senior All-Star contests must be approved by NYSPHSAA. The forms required are posted on the section website*

2. All Senior All-Star and Outside Agency contests must be conducted within the season dates approved by the Section VI Athletic Council for that sport. The calendar of approved season dates for all sports is posted on the section website*

3. Only seniors who have completed their secondary school eligibility in that sport may compete in these contests.

NOTE: A Senior All-Star contest by NYSPHSAA standards is one in which an athlete’s participation is based solely on outstanding performance as a member of a HS team. If open-tryouts are held, the contest is NOT a NYSPHSAA All-Star contest.

*www.section6.e1b.org Under Information, Click on Forms and Information, or call the Section office 821-7581.

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Section VI Financial Procedure – Football

(adopted 9/97, updated 6/06, 9/07)

For Quarter-Finals and/or Semi Finals (Including Bowls) at a home-school site: Schools are expected to charge admission. Click for Section VI Admission Prices Home school pays administrative expenses. Section VI will reimburse the school for administrative expenses. Officials will be paid by the Section VI office.

The Game-Site Chairperson will submit within 5 business days: 1. The completed Financial Report (see Forms page 2) and 2. A check for total gate receipts payable to Section VI, NYSPHSAA, Inc. Mail to: Treasurer, Section VI, 355 Harlem Rd., W. Seneca, NY 14224

For Finals, Contests at Neutral Sites or Contests in tournament format: Section VI will pay all personnel, both administrative and officials. All personnel must have Name, Complete Address, Social Security Number, Duty and Signature.

The Game-Site Chairperson will submit within 5 business days: 1. The completed Financial Report (center insert) and 2. A check for total gate receipts payable to Section VI, NYSPHSAA, Inc. Mail to: Treasurer, Section VI, 355 Harlem Rd., W. Seneca, NY 14224 The Game-Site Chairperson will mail a copy of the Financial Report to the Sport Chairperson. NOTE: Officials are to be paid as per the Fee Schedule in the current Officials Agreement on

www.section6.e1b.org Click on Officials, Fee Schedule. Officials assigned outside their “Geographic Area” will receive a $20.00 premium for all Sectional Games.

SECTION VI - NYSPHSAA

Sportsmanship Philosophy

1. We believe that interscholastic athletics is an important part of education and support the ideals and values embodied in good sportsmanship.

2. We believe that sportsmanlike behavior is essential if interscholastic competition is to contribute usefully and constructively to the broad goals of education and to the quality of life of those involved.

3. We pledge ourselves individually and collectively to encourage and support the development and maintenance of a sportsmanlike atmosphere for athletic competition.

Code of Conduct Philosophy

1. A genuine interest in and enjoyment of interscholastic competition requires conduct that reflects the understanding that contests as a part of an overall school program are intended to be enjoyed. Behavior that reflects a winning at all cost attitude violates this standard.

2. Interscholastic competition provides valuable lessons and learning experiences that are not possible in the regular classroom setting. All involved must support the need to develop the ability to compete with enthusiasm and to accept winning with grace and losing with dignity.

3. Coaches, players, and fans should know that participation is an honor and privilege which requires them to conduct themselves in a manner that brings honor and pride to their school and community.

4. Respect for the cultural and ethnic diversity of one’s opponents, their school, and community is a fundamental tenet of wholesome athletic competition. This standard suggests that planned activity is needed to demonstrate a warm and friendly welcome, mutual respect, and a genuine readiness to participate in a sportsmanlike manner.

5. Players should demonstrate both knowledge of the rules and respect for game officials and their decisions. Coaches and school officials have the responsibility to teach and encourage these attributes.

***** Sportsmanship Statement Reminder *****

The following statement will be read over the public address system just prior to the pledge to the flag. If there is no public address system, the statement will be read to both teams by the site chairperson or his representative: “Welcome to Section VI __(name of sport)____. Athletic competition can provide everyone with a sense of accomplishment and pride, if all of us - players, coaches and spectators - abide by the rules of good conduct. We ask that you enjoy the performance of our outstanding athletes in a spirit of sportsmanship and appreciation of competition.”

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