Dear Parents and Players,
At JCW Foundation, Inc., our goal is to create a safe, fun, and positive experience for every child—on and off the field or court. Whether your child is playing basketball or football, their safety is our top priority.
Below is important health and safety information for the season. Please read carefully and review with your child before participating.
🩺 Health & Safety Protocols (Basketball & Football)
CPR and First Aid Certified Volunteers
All JCW volunteers are required to complete CPR and First Aid training, provided through a certified local agency.
Concussion Awareness
Parents and players must review our concussion awareness materials. After review, parents must sign the concussion protocol acknowledgment form before participation in basketball or football activities.
📋 Practice & Game Day Guidelines
Check-In Procedures
Players must check in at the designated area for practices and on game days. This allows us to confirm that players are properly equipped with mouthpieces (football) or required safety items (basketball).
Cell Phones
Players should leave cell phones with a parent or guardian during practice and games. Coaches and volunteers are not responsible for storing phones.
👟 Footwear & Clothing
Football
✅ Football or soccer cleats allowed
🚫 No metal cleats permitted
🚫 Crocs, slides, or tennis shoes are not allowed on the field
Basketball
✅ Supportive basketball or athletic shoes required
🚫 Crocs, slides, or non-athletic footwear not allowed on the court
Shorts
Pocketless shorts are preferred (football). If pockets are present, they must be securely taped—especially in football for safety during flag pulling.
👓 Eyewear & Accessories
Eyewear
Sports goggles are optional but recommended. Regular eyeglasses can break during play or fall off and get stepped on. We encourage using sports straps for extra security.
Jewelry
Jewelry of any kind (earrings, necklaces, watches, rings, bracelets) is not allowed during practice or games for either sport. Players will be asked to remove items and hand them to a parent or guardian. JCW Foundation is not responsible for any lost or damaged valuables.
🦷 Mouthpieces
Football: Required for all practices and games—no exceptions.
If you have any questions or concerns about our health and safety protocols for either sport, please reach out. Everyone's cooperation is essential to ensuring a safe, fun, and successful season for all.
Thank you for being part of JCW Foundation, Inc.
Let’s make this season unforgettable—for all the right reasons!
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