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Annise Nalepa, ATC, LAT
Taileton State 0niveisity
Stephenville, TX

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Table of Contents:
Naiketing Flyei.S

Calenuai.4

Health Promotion Series Seminar Descriptions5

Biography6

Prevention: Pre-Participation Physical Exams
Outline 8
Lecture Launcher13
Handouts16
Power Point Presentation21

Prevention: Stretching / Proper Warm-Up / Injury Prevention
Outline29
Lecture Launcher32
Handouts33

Hydration / Heat Illness / First-Aid
Outline36
Lecture Launcher40

Being Sensitive to Injuries
Outline 42
Lecture Launcher46

Social Issues
Outline47
Lecture Launcher51

Athlete Wellness
Outline52
Lecture Launcher55
Handouts56

Personal Emotional Wellness
Outline 59
Lecture Launcher62

Written Report63

How Seminars Will Enhance my Career65

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Workshop to take a good coach to being a GREAT coach
If you dont have an athletic trainer or health care professional
working with your sports teams, this is the series for you! These
FREE seminars will never go over an hour in length and are open
to the public! Just show up and learn a thing or two. Refreshments
will be provided.
Prevention: Pre-Participation Exams
Wednesday, July 2, 6PM TSU Wisdom Gym RM 106

Prevention: Stretching/Proper Warm-ups/Injury Prevention

Hydration/Heat Illness/First Aid


Social Issues

Social Wellness of the Athlete
Wednesday, August 6, 6PM TSU Wisdom Gym RM 106

Wednesday, August 13, 6PM TSU Wisdom Gym RM 106

Get ready to think outside the box and develop your coaching tool
belt to get the most out of your athletes!!!
Contact Information:
Tarleton State University
(512) 496-5721
Nalepa@tarleton.edu

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Bio:
Annise Nalepa is a certified and licensed
athletic trainer who has been practicing for
three years. Annise earned her bachelors
degree in Athletic Training from Chapman
University, in Orange, California. Annise has
experience working at various settings as an
athletic trainer. She worked at Santiago
Canyon College and Vanguard University
prior to her current position with Tarleton
State University. She has also had experience
interning with the USA Mens and Womens
Volleyball team, Northwood and Chino Hills
High School, and the LA Heat Fire Fighter
football league. While at Chapman
University, Annise traveled abroad to
Germany and Australia to broaden her
knowledge on athletic training and sports
medicine.
As an athlete, Annise was a defender for the Chapman University
womens soccer team for two years. She led the team in playing
time her freshman year and helped the team achieve a 16-5 overall
record. Annises passion for soccer began when she was just seven
years old and she looks for every chance to continue playing.
She is currently pursuing her Masters degree in Kinesiology with
an emphasis in Sports Medicine from Tarleton State University
where she works directly with the Football, Cross Country, and
Track & Field teams. She is expected to graduate May 2014.
Annise is the daughter of Karl and Martha Nalepa, who reside in
Austin, TX.

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Coaching: Its More Than the Sport
Health Promotion Series Seminar Descriptions

1. Prevention: Pre-Participation Exams

Every athlete needs a physical before participating in athletics, but how thorough are
the physicals? Is your paperwork really screening for all risk factors or is it just the
bare minimum? Pre-participation physicals are a crucial part of physical health and
determining of an athlete is healthy enough to compete. This seminar will discuss
what should be included in a PPE and how you can make sure the athlete is safe.

2. Prevention: Stretching / Proper Warm-Up / Injury Prevention

When an athlete gets injured, it could mean he or she is out from a couple days to the
whole season. What if this injury could have been prevented? Well the good news is
that most injuries are preventable. If you are wondering how, then this seminar will
go over proper warm-up strategies to prepare the body for physical activity and sport
specific strengthening you can incorporate into your warm-ups to prevent common
injuries related to your sport.

3. Hydration/Heat Illness/First Aid
Its August. Its Hot. And its Football season. Hydration is one of the easiest things
you can emphasize to your athletes to keep them on the field. Heat illness can be a
life or death situation, but if you are aware of the warning signs, you as a coach can
prevent the worst from occurring. This seminar will give you the run down on how to
best keep your athletes hydrated, what you can do to keep them cool, and first aid tips
on what to do if you notice a struggling athlete.
4. Being Sensitive to Injuries
Your all-star quarterback gets hit and doesnt get up. Your benchwarmer steps weird
and is grabbing his knee during a practice drill. Do you approach and treat these
athletes the same way? This seminar will go into how athletes cope with injuries and
how you as a coach can help support him or her. It also will go over some key
warning signs to look out for if an athlete isnt dealing with the injury in a healthy
manner.

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5. Social Issues
High school is a time when our youth experiments with drugs, sex, friends,
relationships, and much more. Students take these four years to begin to determine
who they are and what they want their identity to be. Athletes, however, have made
the choice to stand out and represent their respective schools through their athletic
abilities. These student athletes struggle with the same stresses as every other student,
and as a coach you have the responsibility to educate your athletes on the risks and
consequences of their choices. This seminar will go over current drug and alcohol
trends as well as eating disorders and how as a coach you can be a positive influence
on your athletes choices.
6. Athlete Wellness
When in high school, being an athlete seems like the only important thing in an
athletes life. However, most of the high school athletes you coach will not make it to
the professional level. This seminar is focused on giving coaches information, which
he or she can pass onto their athletes about how to become a well-rounded individual
in high school to prepare you for a successful future. Academics, hobbies, and
communication skills are just as important as the game for every athlete.
7. Person Emotional Wellness
As a coach you put in a lot of hours into your job and off season doesnt really exist
for you. Most coaches are always working hard to better their team. Long hours and
long days outside take a toll on you not only physically, but also emotionally. This
seminar will overview the effects of stress on the body, and what you can do to better
deal with that stress.

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Prevention:
Pre-Participation Physical Exams
Every athlete needs a physical before participating in athletics, but how thorough
are the physicals? Is your paperwork really screening for all risk factors or is it just the
bare minimum? Pre-participation physicals are a crucial part of physical health and
determining of an athlete is healthy enough to compete. This seminar will discuss what
should be included in a PPE and how you can make sure the athlete is safe.
Audience:
o High school coaches
Date/Location:
o Wednesday, July 2, 2014. Tarleton State University, Wisdom Gym Rm 106, 6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
o Presentation (approximately 45 min - 1 hour)
Outline
What is a PPE and why is it important?
o Primary
! Detect Pre-disposing injuries
! Detect life-threatening/disabling injuries
! Meet legal/insurance requirements
o Secondary
! Determine general health
! Counsel health related issues
! Assess fitness levels

Personal Physician vs. Station Exam
Personal Physician
o + Access to medical record
o +Know athlete Personally
o +Can institute preventive care

o -Time Consuming
o -Expensive
o -Not all PCP know sports

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Station Exam
o +Faster
o +Economical
o +Fundraiser
o +Station Exam

o -Physician unfamiliar with history
o -Need to have someone review chart at end

PPE different for each Population
o Pre-Adolescent
! Determine Life Threatening
! Medications
! Allergies
! Congenital Abnormalities
o High School
! Screening by unfamiliar physicians
! Determine minimum level of health
! Heath education
o College
! Comprehensive health physical
! Investment in athlete
! Obtain PMH
! Meet and Greet
Components
Vital Signs
o Height
o Weight
o Vision
o Blood Pressure
o Heart Rate

Personal History
o Cardiac
o Pulmonary
o Neurological
o Heart illness
o Musculoskeletal
o Allergies

Physical Exam
o Joint Flexibility/ROMs
! Shoulder
! Knee
! Ankle

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! Hip
! Trunk
! Elbow
! Wrist/Finger
Orthopedic Clearance
o Full Unlimited
o Limited
o Clearance Withheld Until
o No Athletic Participation

Cardiac Concerns
o Cardiac Stats
Most sudden deaths in athletes were attributable to CVD (56%). Of the
cardiovascular deaths that occurred, 29% occurred in blacks, 54% in
high school students, and 82% with physical exertion during
competition/training, and only 11% occurred in females, although this
proportion has increased over time.
o 12 AHA Questions
Personal History
Exertional Chest Pain/Discomfort
Syncope/Near Syncope
Excessive exertional and otherwise unexplained,
dyspnea/fatigue associated with exercise
Previous recognition of a precordial murmur
Elevated systemic BP
Family History
Premature death before age of 50 related to heart disease in one
or more relatives
Disability from heart disease in a close relative less than 50
years old
Specific knowledge of certain cardiac conditions in family
members: hypertrophic or dilated cardiomyopathy, long-QT
syndrome or other ion channelopathies, Marfans syndrome, or
clinically important arrhythmias
Physical Examination
Heart Murmur
Femoral pulses to exclude aortic coarctation
Physical stigmata of Marfans syndrome
Brachial artery blood pressure (sitting position)

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Concussion History/Testing (References
o BESS Testing
! Balance Error Scoring System
! Concussion Baseline
! Inexpensive yet time consuming
o ImPACT
! Computer-based concussion baseline testing
! Expensive yet efficient
o Natashas Law
! Required Concussion training for Coaches and ATs
! Physician Clearances
! Education
o www.cdc/concussion
! Heads Up: Concussion in HS Sports
! S/S
! Management
Form Examples

Other Topics:
Determine MD/DO/DC
Insurance
Require School Issued Form for consistency

Discussion Questions:
Do you have a current PPE for your team or school?
What are you going to take away from this seminar?
How can you improve your current PPE?

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References
American Heart Association Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases
and stroke.. (n.d.). www.heart.org. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/

David W. Glover, MD, Drew W. Glover, BS, Barry J. Maron, MD. Evolution in the
Process of Screening United States High School Student-Athletes for
Cardiovascular Disease. The American Journal of Cardiology, Volume 100, Issue
11, 1 December 2007, Pages 17091712.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.amjcard.2007.07.018

Sarmiento, K., Mitchko, J., Klein, C., & Wong, S. (2010). Evaluation of the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention's Concussion Initiative for High School Coaches:
Heads Up: Concussion in High School Sports. Journal Of School Health, 80(3),
112-118. doi:10.1111/j.1746-1561.2010.00491.x)

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BINGO Know Your Numbers!

Annise Nalepa, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX 76402
Phone: (512) 496-5721
E-mail: Nalepa@tarleton.edu

Audience: Coaches
Objective: Teach about important physical exam numbers and know what is normal and
what is abnormal
Materials: Pens, BINGO boards, Prizes (optional)
Procedures: Give each individual a BINGO board and proceed to play bingo. Whoever
makes a straight line first yells BINGO. Discuss winning numbers.

Questions:
Normal Blood Pressure 120/80
Pre-Hypertension Blood Pressure 140/90
Hypertension Blood Pressure 160/100
Perfect Vision 20/20
Low range of safe pulse 60
High range of safe pulse 100
Normal Body Temperature 98.6
Underweight BMI 18.5
Overweight BMI 25
Obese BMI 30
Number of Required American Heart Association questions 12
Percentage of HS deaths related to cardiovascular issues 56%
Normal Respiration Rate 16
Ideal HDL Good Cholesterol number - >60
Optimal LDL Bad cholesterol number - <100
Year Natashas Law was implemented 2011

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56

30

2011

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60

20/20

160/100

16

140/90

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25

100

18.5

98.6

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30

25

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120/80

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2011

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PREVENTION:
PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EXAMS
Every athlete needs a physical before participating in
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paperwork really screening for all risk factors or is it
just the bare minimum? Pre-participation physicals are
a crucial part of physical health and determining of an
athlete is healthy enough to compete. This seminar will
discuss what should be included in a PPE and how you
can make sure the athlete is safe.
What is a PPE and why is it important?
! Primary
! Detect Pre-disposing injuries
! Detect life-threatening/disabling injuries
! Meet legal/insurance requirements
! Secondary
! Determine general health
! Counsel health related issues
! Assess fitness levels

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Personal Physician vs. Station Exam
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record
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! +Can institute preventive
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! -Not all PCP know sports
! +Faster
! +Economical
! +Fundraiser
! +Station Exam
! -Physician unfamiliar
with history
! -Need to have someone
review chart at end
Personal Physician

Station Exam

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! Pre-Adolescent
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! Allergies
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! Elevated systemic BP
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! Require School Issued Form for consistency
Questions?
Thank you!!

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Prevention:
Stretching / Proper Warm-Up / Injury
Prevention
When an athlete gets injured, it could mean he or she is out from a couple days to
the whole season. What if this injury could have been prevented? Well the good news is
that most injuries are preventable. If you are wondering how, then this seminar will go
over proper warm-up strategies to prepare the body for physical activity and sport
specific strengthening you can incorporate into your warm-ups to prevent common
injuries related to your sport.
Audience:
Date/Location:
o Wednesday, July 9, 2014. Tarleton State University, Wisdom Gym Rm 106, 6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
Outline
What is a warm up?
o Light activity to increase circulation, body temperature and heart rate
o Stretches to prepare the body for movement
o Explosive drills to prepare the body for sudden movements

Effects of a warm up?
o Prevents injuries
o Prepare mentally for competition
o Practice skills and team drills

How long should warm up last?
o 20-30 minutes

Preventing Injury
o Warm muscles to prevent acute injuries
o Decrease stress on athletes

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How to warm up?
o Never stretch a cold muscle
o Always warm-up first
! Walking or jogging for 5 minutes
o Dynamic Stretches (30 seconds each)
! Slow controlled movements
! Ex: Arm circles, yoga, jogging or walking exercises, Goose-step
March, Knee lifts, butt-kicks
o Static stretch AFTER workout
o Never stretch to the point of pain
o Incorporate sport specific exercises

Importance of Core Strengthening
o Core is everything between your shoulders and your knees
o Core is involved in every action
o Strong core will prevent injuries
o Strong core will make you a better athlete
o Exercises
! Planks
! Clam Shells
! Bridges

Baseball/Softball/VB/Swim Shoulder Strengthening
o ROM
o GIRD
! Sleeper Stretch
o Throwers 10

FB/Soccer ACL Prevention
o ACL injuries decreased by 62% in the intervention group
o Plyometrics
o Compliance
o Santa Monica Prevent Injury Enhance Performance Program
! Warm up
! Strengthening
! Plyometrics
! Agilities
! Training Session
! Stretching
o Balance
o Strength Training
! 41% reduction in all knee injuries and a 63% reduction of severe
knee injuries that need surgical repairs in the years with preseason
conditioning

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Does your current warm-up include any preventing strengthening?
What exercises are you going to add into your warm-up for next season?
Is core strengthening included in your current training?

References
Dai, B., Herman, D., Liu, H., Garrett, W. E., & Yu, B. (2012). Prevention of ACL Injury,
Part II: Effects of ACL Injury Prevention Programs on Neuromuscular Risk
Factors and Injury Rate. Research In Sports Medicine, 20(3/4), 198-222.
doi:10.1080/15438627.2012.680987
Prevent Injuries and Enhance Performance With the PEP Program : Santa Monica
Accommodation!.. (n.d.). Santa Monica Accommodation. Retrieved July 16, 2013,
from http://santamonicaaccommodation.hotel2y.com/prevent-injuries-and-
enhance-performance-with-the-pep-program
Proper Stretching Techniques: Warming Up, Dynamic Stretches, and More. (n.d.).
WebMD - Better information. Better health.. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/new-ideas-on-proper-stretching-
techniques?page=3
Wallack, R. M. (2002). Big-League Shoulder Protection. Men's Fitness, 18(3), 124.

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Self Myofascial Release, Better Known as Soft Tissue Work, and Why
You Should Be Doing it.
Tanner Maher
Texan Iron, Stephenville, TX 76402
Phone: (909) 268-5370 Fax: (909) 621-1580
E-mail: tannermaherscc@hotmail.com

Audience: High School Coaches
Objective: Explain the benefits of soft tissue work, demonstrate techniques of soft tissue
work, and motivate audience to incorporate soft tissue work into their childrens lives as
well as their own
Materials: Foam Rollers, PVC pipes, Med Balls, Softballs, Baseballs, Lacrosse Balls, etc.
Procedures:
1. Explain soft tissue benefits
2. Rubber Band demonstration
3. Show YouTube video on foam rolling
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYS_Yme2_M0)
4. Distribute foam rollers and balls and let coaches experience the benefits

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TEDI CAL CEX?EF OF
LEWI SVI LLE
HUMAN MOTI ON
I N ST I TUT E-
Lewisville Rehabilitation Center
475 Elm St. Lewisville, Tx 75057 (9721 d2G1?75
Thrower's 10
Exereises
l a. DI AGONAL PATTERN
FLEXI ON
Gr i p t ubi ng over head and out
t o t he si de. Pul l t ubi ng down &
across your body t o t he
opposi t e si de of l eg. Dur i ng t he
mot i on l ead wi t h your t humb.
1b. DI AGONAL PATTERN
EXTENSI ON
Gr i ppi ng t ubi ng, begi n wi t h ar m
across t he body i n f ront of t he
opposi t e hi p, & pal m f aci ng
downwar d. Br i ng ar m up & out t o
t he opposi t e si de. Exer ci se shoul d
be per f or med i n a cont r ol l ed
manner .
2a. EXTERNAT ROTATI ON
St and wi t h el bow f i xed at si de
& at 90 degrees wi t h arm
across f ront of body. Gri p
t ubi ng whi l e t he ot her end of
t ubi ng i s f i xed. Pul l out wi t h
ar m, keepi ng el bow at si de.
Ret ur n t ubi ng sl ow &
cont r ol l ed.
2b. I NTERNAT ROTATI ON
St and wi t h el bow f i xed at si de &
at 90 degr ees wi t h shoul der
rot at ed out . Pul l arm across body
keepi ng el bow at si de. Ret ur n
t ubi ng sl ow and cont r ol l ed.
2c. EXTERNAL ROTATI ON
St and or si t wi t h shoul der &
el bow at 90 degr ees. Gr i p t ubi ng
whi l e t he ot her end i s f i xed
st r ai ght ahead, sl i ght l y l ower t han
t he shoul der . Keepi ng shoul der
abduct ed, r ot at e shoul der back
keepi ng el bow at 90 degr ees.
Ret urn t o st art posi t i on.
2d. I NTERNAL ROTATI ON
St and or si t wi t h shoul der
abduct ed t o 90 degr ees, ext er nal l y
r ot at ed 90 degr ees and el bow bent
t o 90 degr ees. Keepi ng shoul der
abduct ed, r ot at e shoul der f or war d,
keepi ng el bow bent at 90 degr ees.
Ret ur n t o st ar t oosi t i on.
3. SHOULDER ABDUCTI ON
St and wi t h ar ms at si de,
el bows st r ai ght , & pal ms
agai nst si des. Rai se ar ms t o
si de, pal ms down, unt i l ar ms
r each 90 degr ees ( shoul der
l evel ) . Hol d 2 seconds & l ower
sl owl y.
4. SCAPTI ON, I NTERNAL
ROTATION
St and wi t h el bow st r ai ght &
t humb down. Rai se ar m t o
shoul der l evel at 30 degr ees
angl e i n f r ont of body. Do not go
above shoul der hei ght . Hol d 2
seconds and l ower sl owl v.
5a. PRONE HORI ZONTAL
ABDUCTI ON ( Neut r al )
Li e on t abl e, f ace down, wi t h
t ar get ed ar m hangi ng st r ai ght
t o t he f l oor , & pal m f aci ng
down. Rai se ar m out t o t he
si de, par al l el t o t he f l oor . Hol d
2 seconds & l ower sl owl y. Ok
t o use l i ght dumbbel l .
5b. PRONE HORI ZONTAL
ABDUCI I ON ( Ful l )
Li e f ace down, wi t h t arget ed arm
hangi ng st r ai ght t o t he f l oor &
t humb r ot at ed up. Rai se ar m out
t o t he si de wi t h ar m sl i ght l y i n
f r ont shoul der , par al l el t o t he
f l oor . Hol d 2 secs & l ower sl owl y.
Ok t o use l i ght dumbbel l .

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TGDI CAL CEI {?EN OF
LEWI SVI LLE
HUMAN MOTI ON
I N ST I TI "' T E"'
Lewisville Reha bilitation Center
475 Elm St. Lewisville, Tx 75057 (972) tl2G17t5
ThrorffeCs 10
Exereises
6. SEATED PRESS-UPS
Seat ed, pl ace bot h hands f i r ml y
on t he si des of t he chai r , pal m
down & f i ngers poi nt ed f orward.
Hands shoul d be pl aced i n l i ne
wi t h shoul der s. Push down t o
el evat e t he bodv. Hol d f or 2 secs.
7. PRONE ROWI NG
Li e on your st omach wi t h your
t ar get ed ar m hangi ng over t he
si de of t he t abl e, dumbbel l i n
hand wi t h el bow st r ai ght .
Sl owl y r ai se ar m, bendi ng
el bow, & br i ng dumbbel l as
hi gh as possi bl e. Hol d at t he
t op f or 2 secs, t hen l ower.
8. PUSH- UPS
St ar t i n t he down oosi t i on wi t h
ar ms i n a comf or t abl e
posi t i on.
Pl ace hands no mor e t han
shoul der wi dt h apar t . Push up as
hi gh as possi bl e, r ol l i ng shoul der s
f orward af t er el bows are st rai ght .
9a. ELBOW FLEXI ON
St andi ng wi t h ar m agai nst si de
and pal m f aci ng i nwar d, bend
el bow upwar d t ur ni ng pal m up as
you progress. Hol d 2 secs & l ower
sl owl y.
9b. ETBOW EXTENSI ON
Rai se t arget ed arm overhead.
Provi de support at el bow f rom
ot her hand. St r ai ght en ar m
over head. Hol d 2 secs and
l ower sl owl y.
10a. WRI ST EXTENSI ON
Suppor t i ng t he f or ear m & wi t h
pal m f aci ng down, r ai se wei ght i n
hand as f ar as possi bl e. Hol d 2
secs and l ower sl owl y.
10b. WRI ST FLEXI ON
Suppor t i ng t he f or ear m and
wi t h pal m f aci ng up, l ower a
wei ght i n hand as f ar as
possi bl e and t hen cur l i t up as
hi gh as possi bl e. Hol d f or 2 secs
& l ower sl owl y.
10c. SUPI NATI ON
Suppor t f or ear m on t abl e wi t h
wr i st i n neut r al posi t i on. Usi ng
a wei ght , r ol l wr i st t o pal m up.
Hol d f or 2 secs & ret urn t o
st ar t i ng posi t i on.
1. 0d. PRONATI ON
Suppor t f or ear m on a t abl e
wi t h wr i st i n neut r al posi t i on
Usi ng a wei ght , r ol l wr i st t o
pal m down. Hol d f or 2 secs
& r et ur n t o st ar t i ng posi t i on.

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Hydration, Heat Illness, and First-Aid
Its August. Its Hot. And its Football season. Hydration is one of the easiest
things you can emphasize to your athletes to keep them on the field. Heat illness can be a
life or death situation, but if you are aware of the warning signs, you as a coach can
prevent the worst from occurring. This seminar will give you the run down on how to
best keep your athletes hydrated, what you can do to keep them cool, and first aid tips on
what to do if you notice a struggling athlete.
Audience:
Date/Location:
o Wednesday, July 16, 2014. Tarleton State University, Wisdom Gym Rm 106,
6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
Outline
! Why do you need to know this
o First ones on the scenes
o In control of water breaks
o Aware of heat illness symptoms to prevent emergency situation
! Heat Illness Effects
o Increased core body temperature
o Impaired skin blood flow
o Delayed sweat response
o Impairs performance
! Early Signs
o Thirst
o Irritability
o Fatigue
o General discomfort
o Headache
o Weakness
o Dizziness
o Muscle cramps
o Chills
o Vomiting/nausea
o Head or neck heat sensations
o Decreased performance

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! Weigh Ins/Weigh Outs
o 1-2% of body weight can impair performance and physiological processes
o 150lbs: 1.5-3lb loss
o 180lbs: 1.8-3.6lb loss
o >3% increases risk of developing heat illness
o 150lbs: 4.5lb loss
! Fluid Guidelines
o Pre-Exercise body weight post-exercise body weight + fluid intake urine
volume / exercise time in hours
o Before
o 17-20 fl oz 2-3 hours before exercise
o 7-10 fl oz 10-20 minutes before exercise
o During
o 7-10 fl oz every 10-20 minutes during exercise
o drink amount equal to sweat and urine loss
o Drink early and at regular intervals
o Offer cool, flavored, or sweetened fluids
o Make fluid containers readily accessible
o Experiment with different containers
o After
o Water for hydration
o Carbohydrate to speed absorption
o Electrolytes to speed rehydration
o Monitoring fluid Balance
o Education
o Set up Hydration supplies
o Monitor athletes
o Weigh before and after workouts
o First Aid
o Remove from heat
o Drink fluids
o Loosen clothing
o Cool towel on neck, groin, arm pits, abdomen
o Ice Bath
o Seek medial attention if symptoms worsen
o Recommendations for Children
o Allow 10-14 days for acclimatization
o Begin well hydrated
o Enforce drinking every 20 min

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o Wear light/appropriate clothing
! General First Aid
o Important for Coaches to recognize and manage sudden illness or injury
o Often first one on the scene
o Remain calm and reassure the athlete
o Leave the athlete in the position found
! Sprains and Strains
o Signs/Symptoms
o Swelling
o Discoloration
o Pain
o Limited ROM
o Treatment
o Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
! Fractures
o Signs/Symptoms
o Obvious Deformity
o Pain
o Discoloration
o Swelling
o Treatment
o Do not move or try to reduce the fracture
o Splint
o Call 911 if necessary
o Refer to hospital/doctor
! Serious Conditions (Loss of Consciousness, Cardiac condition, Shock, Heat Illness,
etc.)
o Check Responsiveness
o Activate EMS
o Check Airway
o Check Breathing
o CPR
o Defibrillation

! Skin Conditions
o MRSA
o 25-30% have staphylococcus aureus
o 1% have MRSA
o Passed through person-person contact of shared towels, soaps, or
equipment
o Look like pimples, pustules, boils that have pus drainage
o Refer to medical ASAP
o Impetigo
o Blisters covered with a honey colored covering
o Extremely contagious
o Remove from athletic competition
o Oral/topical antibiotics necessary
o

S9
Why is hydration so important?
What are the risks of an uncovered skin lesion?
Do you feel comfortable in providing first aid?
How might you incorporate hydration techniques to prevent heat illness?

References
Heat Illness | . (n.d.). National Athletic Trainers' Association | . Retrieved July 16, 2013,
from http://www.nata.org/health-issues/heat-illness
MRSA infection - Diagnosis and Treatment Options at Mayo Clinic. (n.d.). Mayo Clinic.
Retrieved July 16, 2013, from http://www.mayoclinic.org/mrsa/
The Quest for Hydration. (n.d.). WebMD - Better information. Better health.. Retrieved
July 16, 2013, from http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/quest-for-
hydration

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Its Hot OutsideWhats That Skin ConditionRICE? Quiz

Phone: (512) 496-5721

Audience: Coaches
Objective: Introduce Heat Illness, First Aid, Skin Conditions
Materials: Quiz copies for coaches, Pens
Procedures: Hand out quiz, then discuss

1. What are the three types of heat illnesses?
a. Heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
2. What are sweat rates determined by?
a. Sweat rates are determined by an athletes size, acclimatization, fitness,
hydration status environment, clothing, intensity and duration of exercise
and heredity.
3. What are the effects of dehydration on performance?
a. The effects of dehydration on performance are that no one adapts to
dehydration. Dehydration impairs performance by decreasing muscle
strength, aerobic power, and muscle endurance. It most affects
performance during prolonged training and competition. Dehydration with
the addition to heat intensifies adverse effects.
4. What are the guidelines for return to play after heat illness?
a. Return to play guidelines are that the athlete must return to near-normal
performance parameters. Cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength
and power, and coordination all must be near normal. Also the athlete
must be symptom-free, and have normal body weight and body
temperature. It is also crucial that the athletic trainer or coach monitor the
athlete closely.
5. What can you do in your role (coach, athletic trainer, teacher, parent) to
prevent the incidence of dehydration and heat illness in athletes?
a. Ice Towels, Water, Water Breaks, weigh in/weigh out
6. What percentage of body weight loss will impair performance and
physiological processes
a. 1-2%
7. What percentage of body weight loss will increase the risk of developing heat
illness?
a. 3%
8. How many ounces should an athlete drink during practice
a. 7-10 fl oz every 10-20 min
9. What does RICE stand for?
a. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
10. How can an athlete get MRSA
a. Shared towels, equipment, shared razors, turf

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Its Hot OutsideWhats That Skin ConditionRICE? - Quiz

1. What are the three types of heat illnesses?

2. What are sweat rates determined by?

3. What are the effects of dehydration on performance?

4. What are the guidelines for return to play after heat illness?

5. What can you do in your role to prevent the incidence of dehydration and
heat illness in athletes?

6. What percentage of body weight loss will impair performance and
physiological processes?

7. What percentage of body weight loss will increase the risk of developing heat
illness?

8. How many ounces should an athlete drink during practice?

9. What does RICE stand for?

10. How can an athlete get MRSA?

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Your all-star quarterback gets hit and doesnt get up. Your benchwarmer steps
weird and is grabbing his knee during a practice drill. Do you approach and treat these
athletes the same way? This seminar will go into how athletes cope with injuries and how
you as a coach can help support him or her. It also will go over some key warning signs
to look out for if an athlete isnt dealing with the injury in a healthy manner.
Audience:
Date/Location:
o Wednesday, July 23, 2014. Tarleton State University, Wisdom Gym Rm 106,
6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
o
Outline

o Injuries happen
o Athletes worst nightmare
o Scary
o Painful
o Unexpected
o How athletes respond
o Physical Trauma and Psychological adjustment
o Everyone responds differently
o Some athletes focus all attention on healing
o Some athletes become unmotivated to face adversity
o Psychological Reactions
o Stage Model
! Denial
! Anger
! Bargaining
! Depression
! Acceptance
o No set time for each stage
o Cognitive Appraisal Model
! Describes how emotions and psychological reactions can develop
! Allows for individuality of athletes
Athlete faces a stressor (Injury)

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Athlete cognitively apprises the situation as threatening or
non-threatening
o Negative talk may occur
o Athlete decides how injury will impact individual
Consequences Athlete shows whether appropriate coping
mechanisms will occur
o (+) Consequences
! Adherence to rehabilitation
! Balanced psychological outlook
! Appropriate effort in workouts
! Determined to recover
o (-) Consequences
! Lack of effort
! Non-adherence to rehabilitation
! Poor psychological and emotional
adaptation
o Warning Signs
o As a coach you know their normal demeanor
o Athlete may feel confident to confide in you
o Rehabilitation Process
! Lack of compliance
! Lack of effort
! Lethargic
o Pain
! Unreasonable amount of pain
! Fear of re-injury
! Fear of poor performance when returning
o Psychological Status
! Changes in mood
! Sleep disturbance
! GI discomfort
! Headaches
o Life Situation
! How injury effects life outside sports
o Referring that athlete
! Injured athlete shows signs of psychological imbalance and
demonstrates need for counseling
! Eating disorders, anxiety, depression
! Significant psychological roadblock in RTP
! Talk to parents about your concern for the athlete
o What can you do as a coach?
o Interrupt Negative Thought Patterns
! Thought Stoppage
Athletes may not recognize their negative thoughts
Have open discussions with athlete about their thoughts and
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Once a negative thought is said, say Stop and switch to a
more positive outlook
Dont Ignore athlete
! Goal Setting
Gives direction to rehabilitation
Implies that success is achievable
o Social Support
! Listen in a non-judgmental manner
! Technical appreciation of a good performance by one who is
knowledgeable
! Technical challenge to meet performance goals
! Emotional support
! Encouragement to meet goals that are emotionally demanding
! Shared social reality of similar experiences and views
How might you treat an injured athlete differently now?
Do you feel comfortable sitting down and talking with an athlete who
seems depressed for their injury?
What new did you learn from todays presentation that you will
incorporate into your coaching tool belt?

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References
Gage, M. (1992). The appraisal model of coping: An assessment and intervention model
for occupational therapy. The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 46(4),
353-362.
Positive thinking: Stopping unwanted thoughts. (n.d.). WebMD - Better information.
Better health.. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from http://www.webmd.com/mental-
health/positive-thinking-stopping-unwanted-thoughts
The 5 Stages of Loss and Grief | Psych Central. (n.d.). Psych Central - Trusted mental
health, depression, bipolar, ADHD and psychology information .. Retrieved July
16, 2013, from http://psychcentral.com/lib/the-5-stages-of-loss-and-grief/000617

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Ouch Thats Going to Hurt

Phone: (512) 496-5721

Objective: Discuss with coaches how the felt during a personal injury. Round table
discussion with a video
Materials: YouTube Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QTCBrefXso)
Procedures: After showing the video, discuss injuries seen and how coaches have
responded to injuries in the past.

1. Who has had a season ending injury?
2. Who has had a minor injury?
3. Did you have any emotional problems during rehabilitation?
4. Who helped you the most?
5. Did you feel pressured to return too soon?
6. How do you deal with an athlete that got hurt?
a. What if it's a bench warmer?
b. What if its your star player

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Social Issues
High school is a time when our youth experiments with drugs, sex, friends,
relationships, and much more. Students take these four years to begin to determine who
they are and what they want their identity to be. Athletes, however, have made the choice
to stand out and represent their respective schools through their athletic abilities. These
student athletes struggle with the same stresses as every other student, and as a coach you
have the responsibility to educate your athletes on the risks and consequences of their
choices. This seminar will go over current drug and alcohol trends as well as eating
disorders and how as a coach you can be a positive influence on your athletes choices.
Audience:
Date/Location:
o Wednesday, August 30, 2014. Tarleton State University, Wisdom Gym Rm 106,
6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
Outline
o Why you are important?
o Coaches are often the first line of defense
o Athletes look up to you as role models
o Strong influence on athletes development
o Unique angle of using athletics to teach them
o First hand experience
o Drug Use
o Most commonly used drugs in HS
! Marijuana
22.9% of 12
th
graders occasionally use Marijuana
6.5% of 12
th
graders use Marijuana daily
Perception of risk has gone down
! Prescription and OTC drugs
14.8% of high school seniors used a non-medical
prescription in the last year
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! Tobacco
Decreasing in comparison to marijuana
17.1% of 12
th
graders are current smokers
o Prevention
o Talk to your athletes
o Be a mentor
o Explain the risks
o Discuss the detriment to athletics
! Physically
! Eligibility
o Signs/Symptoms
! Sudden decrease in grades
! Problems in school
! Health issues
! Changes in behavior
o What can you do
! Trust your instinct
! Express concern to athlete and parent
! Refer to campus counselor (if available)
o Alcohol Use
o Statistics
! 28.1% of 12
th
graders reported getting drunk in the past month
! 23.7% of 12
th
graders reported binge drinking
! More common in male athletes
! Teen binge drinkers are more likely to..

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11x more likely to ride in a car with a driver who has been
drinking
19x more likely to be a smoker
4x more likely to get in a fight
4x more likely to be subject to dating violence
4x more likely to have attempted suicide
5x more likely to be sexually active with more than one
person
o Prevention
! Educate your athletes on the health risks
! Educate your athletes on the legal implications
! Consequences for use
o What can you do
! Ask questions such as
Do you have a problem with drinking
Are you annoyed if people ask you about drinking
Do you feel guilty about drinking
! Be available for that athlete
o Eating Disorders
o Statistics
! 10-15% diagnosed with bulimia are men
! 86% report an onset before the age of 20
! Eating disorders are higher (15-62%) in the athletic population as
compared to the general population
o Prevention
! Education
! Take special care when working with at-risk sports
! Avoid placing too much emphasis on weight
! Have someone other than the coach do weigh ins
! Communication for managing an athlete with disordered eating
o Signs/Symptoms
! Seen in sports that emphasize weight and appearance
Gymnastics, Wresting, Swimming, Running
! Often blamed on focusing on training
! Some athletes are unaware of their eating disorder
! Concerns of being fat
! Mood swings
! Preoccupation with food
! Avoiding eating in public
! Wearing baggy clothes
! Bloodshot eyes
! Thinning hair
o What can you do
! If you are concerned, refer to a medical professional

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Do you have a drinking and drug policy for your athletes?
What would you do if you have a concern about an athlete?
How can you promote smart decisions when it comes to drugs and
alcohol?
Have you had to deal with any experiences in the past with social issues?

References
Audience. (n.d.). DrugFacts: High School and Youth Trends | National Institute on Drug
Abuse. National Institute on Drug Abuse. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/high-school-youth-trends

Drug addiction: Symptoms - MayoClinic.com. (n.d.). Mayo Clinic. Retrieved July 16,
2013, from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-
addiction/DS00183/DSECTION=symptoms

Teen Binge Drinking: Common and Risky. (n.d.). WebMD - Better information. Better
health.. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20070102/teen-binge-drinking-common-
and-risky

OHSAA Sports Medicine: Disordered Eating. (n.d.). OHIO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC
ASSOCIATION. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.ohsaa.org/medicine/eating.html

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Stop Smoking and Stop Choking
Quincy Hough
853 CR 139, Gainesville, TX 76240
Phone: (940) 284-1804
E-mail: garret.hough@go.tarleton.edu

Objective: Grab coaches attention right from the start to show why athletes shouldnt
smoke. After coaches feel how hard it is to breathe throw a straw then they will be more
engaged to discuss the issues of smoking with their athletes.
Materials: Drinking Straws (cut at about 4), Coffee stir straws
Procedures:
1. Have everyone do some sort of exercise for 30 seconds (Run in place, jumping
jacks, push-ups, etc.). Ask how everyone feels
2. Now give each participant a drinking straw. Have them perform the same exercise
for 30 seconds with the straw in their mouth and noses plugged. Ask them how
breathing was with only the straw and relate to smoking.
3. Now give each participant a coffee stir straw and repeat again. Ask how they feel
and relate this to emphysema.

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Athlete Wellness
When in high school, being an athlete seems like the only important thing in an
athletes life. However, most of the high school athletes you coach will not make it to the
professional level. This seminar is focused on giving coaches information, which he or
she can pass onto their athletes about how to become a well-rounded individual in high
school to prepare you for a successful future. Academics, hobbies, and communication
skills are just as important as the game for every athlete.
Audience:
Date/Location:
6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
Outline
o Will I be Pro?
o Most Athletes wont go pro, so they need an education
o Stats of HS athletes going pro
! BASEBALL
High school players: 471,025
College players: 31,264
Draftees: 806
Percentage of college players who go pro: 11.6%
Percentage of high school players who go pro: 0.6%
! FOOTBALL
High school players: 1,108,441
Draftees: 255
! MENS BASKETBALL
Draftees: 48

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! MENS ICE HOCKEY
Draftees: 11
! MENS SOCCER
Draftees: 49
! WOMENS BASKETBALL
Draftees: 32
o Importance of education
! Getting into college
Must graduate from High School
Must complete a minimum of 16 core courses
Must earn at least a 2.3 in core classes
Must have an overall GPA of a 2.0
Must meet the required SAT scores
! Life after athletics
Have goals
Have a plan for college
Use skills learned in athletics to better market yourself
Career Services
College Counselor
! Scholarships
Top 10% of standardized test takers can earn merit
scholarships
SAT: 2000/2400
ACT: 28/36
o Keeping that balance
o Well rounded individual
o Involved in other things outside of sports
o Friends/family/hobbies
o Volunteer
o Clubs
o Leadership Skills
o Communication
o Confidence

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How can you encourage your athletes to get involved in activates
outside of athletics?
Does you whole team do volunteer activities together?
How will you make sure your athletes keep their grades up?

Reference
Becoming Eligible - NCAA.org. (n.d.). NCAA Public Home Page - NCAA.org. Retrieved
July 16, 2013, from
http://www.ncaa.org/wps/wcm/connect/public/NCAA/Eligibility/Becoming+Eligi
ble/Academic+Standards
Higher SAT, ACT scores pay off with bigger college scholarships for Oregon grads |
OregonLive.com. (n.d.). Oregon Local News, Breaking News, Sports & Weather -
OregonLive.com. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.oregonlive.com/education/index.ssf/2012/12/portland-
area_grads_use_high_s.html
How Likely are College Athletes to go Pro? - BeyondU Sports. (n.d.). BeyondU Sports |
Best College Sports Blog Site Covering Football, Basketball, & more. Retrieved
July 16, 2013, from http://www.beyondusports.com/college-athletes-pro/

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Key Elements of the College Application

Phone: (512) 496-5721

Objective: Put in perspective the importance of grades and extracurricular activities
when applying for college
Materials: YouTube Videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9W2kiysr0s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ8pHplfy-w
Procedures: Show YouTube video and discuss questions

1. How has the application process differed from when you were
applying?
2. Anything surprise you about the video?
3. How can you help your athletes?
4. Do you talk about the future with your athletes?
5. Do you have goal setting sessions with your athletes?
6. Do you encourage other extracurricular activities?
7. Are grades talked about often?

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JOIN THE LARGEST ONLINE
NETWORK CONNECTING
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ATHLETES AND COLLEGE
COACHES!
Register for free to:
Create a profile to market
your ability to college
coaches
Research athletic
scholarships and college
academic standards
www.berecruited.com/international*
EDUCATIONUSA ADVISES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT-ATHLETES
THERE ARE OVER 380,000 STUDENT-ATHLETES IN THE UNITED STATES. OVER ONE
THOUSAND U.S. COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES OFFER OPPORTUNITIES FOR TALENTED
STUDENTS TO PLAY FOR THE COLLEGE TEAM AS A MEANS OF PAYING FOR THEIR
EDUCATION. ARE YOU READY TO COMPETE?
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200708 NCAA
Champions:
The University of
Arizona wins their
first national title in
womens swimming.
Photographed by: AP
Tere is no better way to earn a degree in whatever feld you please,
than by doing what you love most in my case it is running and
jumping over hurdles.
Track athlete fom South Afica, studying at a community college
QUESTION: WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?
1 Start early. The application process is competitive and requires careful planning. Start your
research approximately 18 to 24 months prior to your anticipated date of attendance at a
university in the United States.
TIP: Use the do-it-yourself promotion websites at the end of this guide to help you assess
your level of athletic skill. EducationUSA advisers can help student-athletes find the right fit.
2 Graduate from secondary school high school. Find your country in the Academic Guide
for International Student-Athletes and review the graduation requirements and minimum grade
point average (GPA) applicable to you.
3 Find a school:
a See the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Sport Listing to find participating U.S.
institutions. Division I schools are highly competitive and have the most scholarships available.
Explore these options:
Athletic scholarships are offered in most sponsored sports at the majority of NCAA Division
II institutions (see link above);
Over 350 small college athletics programs in the National Association of Intercollegiate
Athletics (NAIA) also offer financial support for student-athletes;
Some of the 510 junior colleges in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)
offer support for student-athletes.
b Find a school: Consider your academic and athletic goals.
c Ask your coach or other student-athletes for recommendations and contacts.
4 Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center (or see the resource section below for NAIA and
NJCAA institutions and certification). Fill out the Student Release Form for international students.
For most international students, your certification status will be evaluated after your final academic
records are completed and forwarded to the eligibility center. The cost to register is $85.
a It is critically important to fulfill the NCAAs secondary school core courses requirement.
b Deadline: There are no deadlines to register. However, students must be certified before receiving
an athletics scholarship or practicing/competing with an NCAA Division I or II school.
* External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies
contained therein.
TIP: Search by academics and
sports. Search broadly before
adding additional points of
interest to you.

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5 Take the SAT or ACT (required for NCAA certification; may be required by NAIA member institutions
depending on your secondary school grade point average and if you graduated in the top half of
your school).
a NCAA Division I: Please see the Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete and minimum
test-score requirements.
b NCAA Division II: A minimum 820 combined score on the SAT verbal and math sections, or a
minimum sum score of 68 on the ACT is required.
c When taking the ACT or SAT, send your test scores to the eligibility center (the code is
9999).
In addition, most international students will be required to take an English language proficiency exam
such as TOEFL or IELTS during the college/university application process.
6 Draft a sports CV that includes your accomplishments within your sport.
a How to create a sports resume for specific coaches: The CV should be 1-2 pages and to the
point, preferably in bullet point format, providing information about your achievements and goals.
Include contact information, graduation date, intended major, and a few details such as SAT/
ACT scores (or projected testing dates), current GPA, and class ranking/size.
b See the resource links below for do-it-yourself promotion.
7 Write a cover letter to the head coach at each institution that explains both your academic
and athletic abilities (this is where the sport CV comes in as an easy reference tool for athletic
accomplishments).
8 Apply to as many U.S. colleges or universities as possible. Any questions about your
application? See Getting Started or contact EducationUSA.
9 Good luck! College athletics can be one of the most rewarding and unique experiences in U.S.
campus life.
10 Contact your EducationUSA adviser with questions.
KEEP IN MIND:
NCAA Division I and II
Students must register
with the NCAA Eligibility
Center
Athletic scholarships may
be available
Scholarships may cover
all or part of the cost of
tuition and living costs for
attending a U.S. college/
university
NCAA Division III
Each institution sets its
own standards
Athletic talent can attract
other forms of scholarships
& financial aid
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:
The National Junior College
Athletic Association (NJCAA)
has their Eligibility Affidavit
and Amateurism Questionnaire
available online as well.
TIP: Include a reference from
a current or former coach in
your correspondence
with university coaches.
Much of the social life at NCAA
Division 1 schools, such as Penn
State, revolves around athletic
competitions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
WHAT IS THE NCAA?
The NCAA, or National Collegiate Athletic Association, was established
in 1906 and serves as the athletics governing body for more than
1,280 U.S. colleges, universities, conferences and organizations.
WHAT ARE THE NCAA CORE-CURRICULUM
REQUIREMENTS FOR MY COUNTRY?
Important: Find your country and core-curriculum requirements in
the NCAA Guide to International Academic Standards for Athletics
Eligibility.
WHAT IS ELIGIBILITY CERTIFICATION?
Any prospective student-athlete who will enroll in college and plans
to compete in NCAA Division I or Division II athletics must register
with the eligibility center. The NCAA Eligibility Center will certify the
academic and amateur credentials of all college-bound student-
athletes who wish to compete in NCAA Division I or II athletics. Keep
in mind that the eligibility center is not a placement agency and it
does not guarantee admission to universities.
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FOR DO-IT-YOURSELF
PROMOTION:
www.berecruited.com/
international
www.prepchamps.com
www.activerecruiting.com
www.collegecoaches.net
www.sportsworx.com
EducationUSA is not responsible
for content on the websites above.
ONLINE RESOURCES FOR RESEARCHING COLLEGIATE
ATHLETICS IN THE U.S.
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Includes the informative Guide for the College-Bound
Student-Athlete.
www.ncaa.org
International Students Frequently Asked Questions
Summary of recruiting rules for each sport
National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA)
Includes 510 junior colleges, some of which offer financial
support for student-athletes. Search for the NJCAA
Eligibility Rules Pamphlet.
www.njcaa.org
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
Includes 350 small college athletics programs, most of
which offer financial support for student-athletes.
Search for A Guide for the College-Bound Athlete.
www.naia.org
Find a school offering your sport:
Petersons College Search or NCAA sports.
EducationUSA advisers in 170 countries provide accurate, unbiased information about all accredited U.S. higher
education institutions. Find your EducationUSA center at: www.educationUSA.state.gov/centers.
Excerpts from this handout were originally published in EducationUSA Connections (September, 2008).
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The NCAA Eligibility Center requires:
online application for international student-athletes;
score(s) from either the ACT or SAT standardized tests, reported
directly to the eligibility center by entering the code 9999 after
your test;
$85 nonrefundable payment by credit card.
After online registration, mail certified copies of academic records
and transcripts, proof of graduation and official translations to the
address below.
Eligibility Center customer service:
Representatives are available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
U.S. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
International callers: +1 317-223-0700.
Mailing Address: NCAA Eligibility Center
P.O. Box 7136 / Indianapolis, IN 46207 USA
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Special thanks to TOVE LAIN KNUDSEN, JUDY FREUDENBERGER, and MUKAMI MACHARIA for
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As a coach you put in a lot of hours into your job and off season doesnt really
exist for you. Most coaches are always working hard to better their team. Long hours and
long days outside take a toll on you not only physically, but also emotionally. This
seminar will overview the effects of stress on the body, and what you can do to better
deal with that stress.
Audience:
Date/Location:
6PM
Schedule:
o Lecture Launcher
Outline
o What is stress
o Stress is the body's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or
response. The body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and
emotional responses.
o Stress is a normal part of life. Many events that happen to you and around
you -- and many things that you do yourself -- put stress on your body.
You can experience stress from your environment, your body, and your
thoughts.
o Job Stress
o 80+ hour work weeks during season
o Off season doesnt really exist
o Adds stress to personal life
o Positive effects of stress
o Keeps you alert
o Negative side effects of stress
o Statistics
! 43% of adults suffer adverse health effects from stress
! 75-90% of doctors office visits are from stress-related ailments
o Health
! Headaches
! Upset stomach
! Elevated BP
! Chest pain
! Problems sleeping

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! Use of Drugs/Alcohol to cope
! Difficulty making decisions
! Anger
! Feeling numb to ones feelings
! Sadness or depression
o Taking it out on the kids
o Taking it out on family
o Self-Care
o Find Support
o Avoid drugs and alcohol
o Stay socially connected
o Eat healthy
o Exercise
o Get plenty of sleep
o Take a break
o Stay active
o Relaxation Techniques
o Benefits
! Slowing your heart rate
! Lowering blood pressure
! Slowing your breathing rate
! Increasing blood flow to major muscles
! Reducing muscle tension and chronic pain
! Improving concentration
! Reducing anger and frustration
! Boosting confidence to handle problems
o Types
! Autogenic relaxation
! Progressive muscle relation
! Visualizations
! Hypnosis
! Massage
! Meditation
! Tai Chi
! Yoga
How have you dealt with stress in the past?
Which technique will you try and incorporate in the future?
Why barriers are there that prevent you from relaxing?
Do the negative health effects of stress make you more likely to take time to
relax?

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References
CDC Features - Managing Stress. (n.d.). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Retrieved July 16, 2013, from http://www.cdc.gov/features/handlingstress/
Relaxation techniques: Try these steps to reduce stress - MayoClinic.com. (n.d.). Mayo
Clinic. Retrieved July 16, 2013, from
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/relaxation-
technique/SR00007/NSECTIONGROUP=2
The Effects of Stress on Your Body. (n.d.). WebMD - Better information. Better health..
Retrieved July 16, 2013, from http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/effects-of-
stress-on-your-body

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Play Stress Away

Jenna Duncan
E-mail: jenna.duncan@go.tarleton.edu

Objective: To engage in light-hearted, relaxing, and fun games as a method of stress
relief. The idea is to use play or any type of activity that you can enjoy as a method of
natural stress relief
Materials: Dominos, building blocks, legos, office supplies, any type of toy
Procedures:
5. Ask everyone to give a fact about stress and a way to deal with it
6. Everyone is encouraged to get as many objects as they feel necessary, but they are
not told what they should do with them. Once they have selected their objects,
they each get three minutes to build something meaningful; it can be creative,
aesthetically pleasing, etc. After three minutes discuss the creations
7. The next activity is to have a contest to see who can build the tallest tower in
three minutes using their objects. Once a winner is determines, discuss the
benefits of doing these activities
8. Discuss stress.

The coaches should take five breaths if they start to get frustrated with the activity
to ensure that it meets the stress relieving purposes.

Taking a moment to put the daily stresses aside can be a great way to deal with or avoid
stress and the negative health effects that are associated with it.

It does not matter what method of stress relief you choose, just find something that works
for you!!

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Written Report -
Coaching: Its More Than the Sport is a health promotion series. For this health
promotion series portfolio, coaches who do not have access to an athletic trainer or who
do not have an athletic trainer on staff are the audience that I have geared the material
towards. As an athletic trainer, I am passionate about the safety of our athletes, but I am
also aware that not every school is able to employ an athletic trainer, and also that most
club or select leagues do not have any sort of medical professional at practices or
competitions.
For these reasons, this series is meant to introduce topics, which every coach can
learn from to keep their athletes safe. I chose my seven topics by thinking of the seven
skills I have learned, that I use on a daily basis as an athletic trainer, but are not
necessarily athletic training specific skills. Each topic is something that any coach can
comprehend and use with his or her own athletes. My goal is that if coaches are aware of
prevention techniques, hydration, heat illness, first aid, injuries, social issues, social
wellness of the athlete, and personal emotional wellness, then the overall experience of
the athlete and the coach will be improved. Athletes will be safer and more educated, and
coaches will be able to get the most out of his or her athlete.
The order of the seminars definitely has a method to it. In the beginning I wanted
to go over prevention ideas. By going over PPEs first, coaches will have 4-6 weeks to
develop their own individual plan for their team and have time to discuss changes to the
current ways with administration. Next I chose Stretching and Warm-up techniques to
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everything else so that coaches understand the importance of the techniques covered. The
next two seminars could be interchangeable, but I chose for Hydration, Heat illness, and
First-Aid before being Sensitive to Injuries, because an injury must happen first for a
coach to be sensitive. With the Hydration, Heat illness, First aid presentation first,
coaches may be able to prevent some of the injuries that may occur. Also, coach will
have time to implement any techniques used into pre-season camps. Injuries are bound to
happen, so being Sensitive to Injuries is included to help coaches understand the psyche
of the injured athlete. This topic leads into social issues. If an athlete is not dealing with
an injury properly, they may turn to drugs, alcohol, or eating disorders to cope, and that is
my reasoning for Social Issues to follow being Sensitive to Injuries. Now that the key
aspects of the athletic side are covered, Social Wellness of the Athlete is crucial for
developing the whole individual for life outside of athletics. The final seminar is focused
on the coach. After spending six weeks focusing on the athlete, it is important to also take
personal time for the coach to focus on him or her self.
My biggest plan to market the seminars will be word of mouth between coaches.
In addition to that, I can send out e-mails to athletic directors, place advertisements in the
newspapers and on the radio. I might even be able to find local coaching conventions to
market my health promotions series.

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How Seminars Will Enhance my Career -
After completing this portfolio, I am excited to see my work put into action. As an
athletic trainer, one of our biggest jobs that we sometimes forget about is education. It is
unrealistic to think that we are always going to be right by every injury right as it happens.
For this reason, it is important for coaches to understand what they can do in those
situations. Not only this, but by educating coaches on what they can do when an athletic
trainer is not around, we are promoting our profession. Some coaches think athletic
trainers just tape ankles, but it is so much more than that. By sharing my knowledge with
coaches who may not know what an athletic trainer is, I am promoting my education, my
profession, and myself.
Next summer I could have the opportunity to present this whole series. Depending
on where I get a job after I graduate, I hope to reach out to surrounding areas and educate
those coaches at the smaller 1A and 2A schools. However, in the meantime, each of the
individual lectures can be geared toward specific groups. I can gear my Hydration, Heat
Illness, and First-Aid seminar and my Social Issues seminar to current high school or
university athletic training students to get them prepared for the upcoming season. The
Personal Emotional Wellness seminar can be used for any group of coaches, even our
staff of head and assistant coaches here in the Tarleton State University athletic
department. I could even go to Stephenville high school to speak to their coaches about
the Social Wellness of the Athlete and how those coaches can help prepare the athlete for
life outside of athletics.
Each presentation, no matter how small or big, can be added to my resume and
will develop my presentation and communication skills as a professional. It will also raise

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awareness about athletic training. I may even be able to incorporate these seminars into
National Athletic Training Month in March to promote the profession. Even though the
thought of presenting this lecture series is intimidating, I know that it will be beneficial
for my future career.

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