1. Briscoe Athletic Code of Conduct
2012-2013

2.  This policy’s purpose is to create a clear and
concise code of conduct and accountability
that will promote high standards and
excellence for all student athletes at Dolph
Briscoe Middle School. This policy defines
the expectations for student athletes in all
arenas of life including practice, contests and
academics.

3.  Briscoe athletes serve in leadership positions
requiring them to demonstrate high
standards of ethics, sportsmanship, and good
character in order to positively reflect the
reputation of the athletic department, school
and community. Briscoe’s Athletic policy
incorporates the philosophies of the UIL
(University Interscholastic League and NISD
Athletic Policy. )

4. I. Philosophy
I. To serve as an extension of the overall
educational process.
II. We are here to help our athletes become the
BEST person they can be! If they are the BEST
person they can be, they will be the BEST student
they can be, and the BEST athlete. This will enable
us to field successful teams at Briscoe!
III. Do Right: Discipline-Dedication-Character
IV. Do Your BEST: Total Effort

5. II. Requirements
I. Must participate in two of the major sports.
Boys-Football, Basketball, Track
Girls-Volleyball, Basketball, Track
II. Classroom Behavior
I. Athletes are expected to be the leaders in the classroom.
They will be the example of a great student .
III. Off Campus Behavior
I. All athletes will be expected to represent themselves, their
families and their community in a positive manner.
IV. Approval
I. Boys-Must have approval from the Athletic coordinator
II. Girls-Must have approval from the Head Girls Coach
III. You Do not have to be in athletics class to participate in
athletics.

6.  I. What coaches expect from their athletes.
I. To get an education First
II. To give total effort, to make the most of your
talents you have.
III. To encourage and respect your teammates.
IV. To practice to be the BEST of your ability.
V. To be totally honest in all your dealings.
VI. To be extremely loyal to your school,
administration, teachers, coaches,
teammates.
VII. To be Prompt!
VIII. To be Courteous!
IX. To always Encourage OTHERS!
X. To be emotional enthusiastic!.

7.  I. What athletes can expect from their coaches.
I. To be loyal to you in all areas.
II. To be totally honest.
III. To provide the leadership and training necessary to achieve
our goals.
IV. To WORK you harder than you have ever worked-so you can
achieve your goals.
V. To assist you in any way possible.
VI. To treat you as a young man / young woman.
VII. To make all decisions predicted on what is best for the team
then what is best for the individual.
VIII.To do everything in our power to improve our facilities, to
make Briscoe Middle School the BEST place to go to school
and participate in an athletic program.

8.  Athletes are here to get an EDUCATION
FIRST!
 Every athlete should be aware of the “no
pass, no play” rule.
-If they fail a class, they will be required to
attend practice, but will not be allowed to
participate in any game until deemed
academically eligible
 Athletes are EXPECTED to attend class every
day.

9.  One week of practices is considered Game Day
to Game Day.
 In order for our team to perform its best, every
athlete is required to attend practice daily.
 If an athlete misses a practice they must bring
an excusable note from a parent/guardian.
Come to practice on time and ready to work!

10.  Athletes will need to notify their coach if they will NOT
be attending a practice or game.
 If an athlete must leave school because of an illness,
contact the coaches’ office 398-1157.
 *If an athlete misses ONE practice they will not start in
the game and playing time will be at the coach’s
discretion. Excused absences will be addressed on
an individual basis.
 *If an athlete misses TWO or MORE practices in a week
they will NOT play in that week’s game. The athlete will
be expected to be at the game if possible.

11.  Please report all injuries to a coach. If further medical
attention is needed, a parent will be contacted
immediately. If the parents cannot be reached, the
emergency number on the physical form will be
utilized.
 The Athletic trainer at Brennan is also available for our
athletes at Briscoe.
 *If an athlete is held out of competition due to doctor’s
orders then that athlete will NOT be allowed to
participate until they have been cleared by the doctor.
Playing time will then be the Head Coaches decision.

12.  Every athlete will ride the bus to and from
competitions. Attendance throughout the
entire event is crucial in establishing team
unity.
 All requests for early dismissal from a
competition MUST be made prior to the game
by phone, email or signed letter.
 Athletes are only allowed to leave with a
parent or guardian.

13.  Distractions: such as cell
phones, Ipods, candy, homework, horseplay
etc. are not conducive to winning and
therefore not allowed at or during a game.
 Athletes that are caught horse playing
during a game or event will be subject to
disciplinary action and may be removed
from a team.

14.  If an athlete is placed in ISS (In School
Suspension), he / she will NOT be allowed to
participate in the game that week. If an
athlete is placed in ISS, he / she will be
required to attend practices.
 Any referral that results in disciplinary action
(ISS or serious events) taken by administration
will result in a minimum ONE game
suspension and / or removal from a team.

15.  Briscoe athletes are representatives of the school, athletic program
and community. As an athlete and part of a team ALL athletes will
adhere to the SAME standards of dress and appearance on and off the
field / court.
 All athletes will keep their hair neat and clean off the collar and out of
their eyes.
 No facial hair is allowed.
 Jewelry is not allowed during athletics class, practice or games.
-Male athletes will not be allowed to wear earrings at anytime during
the athletic practices or a game.
 All athletes will have the same uniform appearance for competitions
and practices. Wristbands, football visors, undershirts for basketball
or track jerseys will not be allowed.

16.  Use of these substances, are not on the road
to success; thus, they will not be a part of
our athletic program. Any athlete boy / girl
caught with such substances while at
school or sponsored event will NOT be a
member of the Briscoe Athletic Program.

17.  Students seeking reinstatement for other
sport opportunities after violating the
Briscoe Athletic Code of Conduct or
Quitting a sport will require a parent,
student, and coach conference by
contacting the Athletic Coordinator Ken
Dawson at 398-1157.

18.  Every athlete should have a strong desire to be a
starter for Briscoe athletic teams. Unfortunately,
not every athlete will. The coaching staff will make
the FINAL decision on who will start each week and
who will be on A team and / or B team.
 It is important to understand how the coaching
staff will decide on the depth charts as practice
progresses each week. The following five (5) points
are the guidelines we will utilize, in the order, to
determine the depth charts.

19.  Knowledge of Assignment
 Hustle and Effort
 Mental Toughness
 Contributing to the Overall Team
 Talent-If the above four characteristics are equal and
they should be, and then the athletes who has the most
talent and / or who makes the most BIG plays will start.
However, talent will not enter into our evaluation until
we look closely at the first four qualities.

20. Athletic Coordinator: Ken Dawson
Contact information: Athletic office 398-1157
email: kenneth.dawson@nisd.net
Girls Coordinator: Kellee Vivens
email: kellee.vivens@nisd.net