223 E. South Ave./PO Box 306
Cheney, KS 67025
316-542-0010
OUR PROMISE TO KIDS
Cheney Recreation Commission has signed the Our Promise to Kids national initiative and we recognize the value of youth sports and the lifetime skills it teaches. As a community working together we promise to provide our children with a safe and positive youth sports experience.
Our Promise to Kids commits to providing children with the following opportunities:
1. A fun, safe, positive environment in which to play.
2. To play under the supervision of positive role models that will help focus on developing skills, teamwork and sportsmanship.
3. For all children to play regardless of skill or ability.
4. To build self-confidence and self-esteem while respecting oneself and others.
5. To make new friends and learn lifetime skills.
CRC Building Available for Rent-Contact the Office 542-0010
Out of District Policy
The Cheney Recreation Commission welcomes participants from surrounding communities. However, due to staffing, facility space, and local participation, the CRC will not accept participants from another community/school district where similar program(s) are being conducted. If said community/school district does not have the specific program, participants may join the CRC sponsored activity by paying an additional out of district fee of $5.00 for each activity. Questions should be addressed at the CRC office, 542-0010.
Scholarship Program
The Cheney Recreation Commission provides program scholarships for those in need due to economic hardship. To apply for a scholarship, contact CRC for a scholarship application and return it to the CRC prior to the deadline date. Scholarships are available only to residents of USD #268 and may reduce or waive certain program fees of the Cheney Recreation Commission.
Activity Guidelines
Registration and fee payment must be completed before a person may participate. Each participant/volunteer is responsible for upholding all rules & guidelines set forth by the Cheney Recreation Commission. Any person not complying with rules and guidelines of the CRC will not be allowed to continue in the program. The CRC is not responsible for accidents, injury or thefts. Each participant is responsible for their own medical liability insurance while involved in Cheney Recreation Commission activities. If more than one out of district participant would like to participate in a Cheney Recreation Commission activity they will be placed into the group of registered participants and placed on teams. They will not be allowed to join as a team. Registered participants may request to be placed on the same team, or on a coach’s team, but no request is guaranteed. Due to liability and distraction issues, children are NOT allowed to attend adult classes with parents or other adults.
Team Selections
The following procedures will be used in selecting coaches and drafting players to various sport teams within the WSC Basketball League. Selecting Coaches: 1) Parents &/or others will indicate a desire to volunteer coach on their child’s registration form. 2) Head Coach may select one assistant coach before the draft. The assistant coach must be turned into the CRC office before the night of the draft and verified by the Director. Assistant coaches are asked to attend the coaches meeting. 3) The Recreation Director will then select coaches. 4) All head coaches will then attend the NYSCA training session(s). Assistant coaches are encouraged to attend NYSCA training sessions.
WSC Basketball Selecting Players: 1) The head coach will select his/her own team. The head and assistant coach’s child(ren) will automatically be placed on the coach’s team. All assistant coaches must be approved by the recreation director. 2) Brother/sisters of the same age group will be placed on the same team. If this applies and a coach picks two brothers or sisters, the next coach gets the next two picks from the same age groups. 3) Upon start of draft, head coaches will draw a number to determine picking order. 4) After the coaches children are placed on the teams, the team with the lesser number of players will draft next until all teams have an equal number of players. For example, if Team A has 1 child from the head coach & 1 child from the assistant coach and Team B has only 1 child from the head coach and is without an assistant coach, Team B would get 1 pick to even up the draft numbers, then continue to the next draft rule. 5) Whoever has the lowest drawn number, will pick one child from the list, excluding coach’s children. Then, the next pick goes to the coach who has the next lowest number etc. 6) During the second round the order is simply reversed. Then teams will follow the team selection sheet on selection order. See attached team selection sheet for 2, 3, & 4 team drafts. Draft continues until all players are selected. 7) Once the draft is completed the Cheney Recreation Commission will not allow late enrollments unless new to the school district or more players are needed to complete a team. See CRC Policy #5. 8) Teams must be selected according to specific league rules & guidelines. Older grades must be selected first. Teams must have an equal number of players and grades on a team if possible.
Twin Rivers Selecting Players: 1) The head coach will select his/her own team. The head and assistant coach’s child(ren) will automatically be placed on the coach’s team. All assistant coaches must be approved & verified by the recreation director before draft day. 2) Brother/sisters of the same age group will be placed on the same team. If this applies and a coach picks two brothers or sisters, the next coach gets the next two picks from the same age groups. 3) Upon start of draft, head coaches will draw a number to determine picking order. 4) Teams must begin by looking at the overall number of players per team first. Example 10 players per team, 5 4th graders & 5 3rd graders. Suggested to draft the older group 1st, then the younger group 2nd making sure each team comes close to equal age groups and team totals. Odd numbers may occur. 5) The coach’s children will be placed on a team in the appropriate age group (Ex. 3rd grade or 4th grade). The team with the lesser number of players will draft next until all teams have an equal number of players in appropriate age groups. Then continue with the team with first pick. 6) Whoever has the lowest drawn number, will pick one child from the list, excluding coach’s children. Then, the next pick goes to the coach who has the next lowest number etc. 7) During the second round the order is simply reversed. Then teams will follow the team selection sheet on selection order. See attached team selection sheet for 2, 3, & 4 team drafts. Draft continues until all players are selected. 8) Once the draft is completed the Cheney Recreation Commission will not allow late enrollments unless new to the school district or more players are needed to complete a team. See CRC Policy #5. 9) Teams must be selected according to specific league rules & guidelines. Teams must have an equal number of players and grades on a team if possible.
Refund Policy
A refund will only be issued if the request is received and approved before the activity begins, or if Cheney Recreation Commission cancels a program.
Late Enrollment Policy
The Cheney Recreation Commission requires all participants to enroll before or on the posted deadline. All enrollment forms received after the posted deadline will be put on a waiting list, or must meet the following criteria: A single team/activity is short in the number of participants required for the activity. Participants just moved into the district.
Cancellation Policy
The Cheney Recreation Commission reserves the right to cancel any class or activity due to low enrollment. Participants will be notified of any cancellation and a full refund will be given.
If Cheney USD #268 cancels school and/or after-hours activities due to inclement weather or some other reason, CRC programs held at a school facility will be cancelled that day. If the program is held at a different location, CRC and/or the instructor will contact participants on cancellations.
Sports Environment Policy
Well-Being of the Child – Our program is organized to enhance the emotional, physical, social and educational well-being of the child. We emphasis that the rules, skill expectations and competitive requirements are not the same as high school, college, or professional level sports. Balanced Teams – Our teams are balanced each year by way of a draft process or the director of recreation will make the teams. Our program is based on maximum participation and focuses on meaningful play for the child. The Cheney Recreation Commission will not turn anyone away from participation due to lack of ability to pay. Positive Coaching & Training – What makes winning kids is positive coaching. Our coaches are provided with NYSCA training and strive to make the extra effort to understand and offer positive help to players, rather than negative criticism. Parents’ Active Role - Parents are the key. We expect them to demonstrate the positive benefits of a youth sports experience by attending games, practices, or team social events; or by taking the time to volunteer as a coach, official or scorekeeper; or by just expressing their positive support. Good Sportsmanship – We expect a positive environment based on fair play and mutual respect by players, coaches, officials and fans, rather than a win at all costs attitude. Safe Playing Situations – The Cheney Recreation Commission insures safe playing facilities, healthful playing situations, and proper first aid applications, should the need arise. Drug, Tobacco & Alcohol Free Environment – The Cheney Recreation Commission prohibits use of alcohol, illegal substances or tobacco by players, coaches, league administrators or game officials at all youth sports practices and games. Adults are expected to be positive role models for our youth.
Photo Policy
The Cheney Recreation Commission reserves the right to use photos and video footage of participants for promotional purposes. If a person does not wish to have photos or video footage used of them or their child(ren), contact the CRC office.
Youth Sports Philosophy
Cheney Recreation Commission provides youth sports leagues & programs that are designed to help develop the youth participant’s basic skills that are necessary to play the sport. Cheney Recreation Commission strives to place the youth participant in a safe & healthy environment in which they will learn and have fun. All registered participants are placed on a team and given an opportunity to participate in all practices and games. The rules are written to encourage participation & enjoyment by all. The leagues are all recreational & are to provide “successful” experiences through fundamental skill development versus a “winning” only, singular philosophy, but we do encourage participants to put forth good effort to help obtain a healthy level of competition.
Youth Sports Coach Ejection/Technical Foul Policy
NOTE:
Any ejection assessed against a coach for
inappropriate behavior and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, will require
that said coach leave the playing facility, which is defined
as the playing field/building, bleacher/spectator area and immediate
commons/entry area. Said coach must leave the playing facility within
one (1) minute and have no further contact with anyone associated with the
game or the game shall be declared a forfeit. This requirement also
includes the “additional” game suspensions.
Any
coach who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct and/or receives
two (2) technical fouls for unsportsmanlike conduct, during a Cheney
Recreation Commission sponsored league/tournament, is suspended from
participation for the remainder of that game plus the next regularly
scheduled game. During said suspension, the offending person is not allowed
to be at the playing facility, before-during-after the teams’ next scheduled
game. NOTE- CRC league games only: In addition to non-participation
during said suspension, the offending coach must retake the Introduction
to Youth Sports Coaching program and meet with the Director of
Recreation, before said suspension can be lifted.
Any coach who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct for a 2nd time for unsportsmanlike conduct, during a Cheney Recreation Commission sponsored league/tournament, is suspended from participation for the remainder of that game plus the next two (2) regularly scheduled games. During said suspension, the offending person is not allowed to be at the playing facility, before – during – after the teams’ next two scheduled games. NOTE- CRC league games only: In addition to non-participation during said suspension, the offending coach must retake the Introduction to Youth Sports Coaching program and meet with a representative(s) of the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission, before said suspension can be lifted.
Any coach who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct for a 3rd time for unsportsmanlike conduct, during a Cheney Recreation Commission sponsored league/tournament AND/OR calendar year, is suspended from participation for a period of one (1) year. During said suspension, the offending person is not allowed to be at the playing facility. In addition to non-participation during said suspension, the offending coach must retake the Introduction to Youth Sports Coaching program and petition and meet with the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission and ask for possible reinstatement, before said suspension can be lifted. NOTE- If a coach is granted reinstatement by the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission, they are to serve a one (1) year probation (beginning from the date of the reinstatement) period. If during this probationary period, said coach is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct and/or receives a technical foul, they are suspended from participation for a period for two (2) years and must repeat the requirements for possible reinstatement, as listed above.
Any coach that has been ejected from a game, that verbally abuses any CRC employee/official after the ejection, may be required to serve additional game suspensions at the discretion of the CRC staff.
Any coach that physically assaults any CRC employee/official, will be suspended from all CRC activities for life. In addition, law enforcement will be called and the CRC will encourage prosecution.
CRC Youth Sports Spectator Ejection/Technical Foul Policy
NOTE: Any ejection a spectator for inappropriate behavior and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, will require that said coach leave the playing facility, which is defined as the playing field/building, bleacher/spectator area and immediate commons/entry area. Said spectator must leave the playing facility within one (1) minute and have no further contact with anyone associated with the game or the game shall be declared a forfeit. This requirement also includes the “additional” game suspensions.
Any spectator who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct for a 2nd time for unsportsmanlike conduct, during a Cheney Recreation Commission sponsored league/tournament, is suspended from participation for the remainder of that game plus the next two (2) regularly scheduled games. During said suspension, the offending person is not allowed to be at the playing facility, before – during – after the teams’ next two scheduled games. NOTE- CRC league games only: In addition to non-participation during said suspension, the offending coach must retake the NYSCA Youth Sport Parent program and meet with a representative(s) of the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission, before said suspension can be lifted.
Any spectator who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct for a 3rd time for unsportsmanlike conduct, during a Cheney Recreation Commission sponsored league/tournament AND/OR calendar year, is suspended from participation for a period of one (1) year. During said suspension, the offending person is not allowed to be at the playing facility. In addition to non-participation during said suspension, the offending coach must retake the NYSCA Youth Sport Parent program and petition and meet with the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission and ask for possible reinstatement, before said suspension can be lifted. NOTE- If a spectator is granted reinstatement by the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission, they are to serve a one (1) year probation (beginning from the date of the reinstatement) period. If during this probationary period, said spectator is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike conduct and/or receives a technical foul, they are suspended from participation for a period for two (2) years and must repeat the requirements for possible reinstatement, as listed above.
Any spectator that has been ejected from a game, that verbally abuses any CRC employee/official after the ejection, may be required to serve additional game suspensions at the discretion of the CRC staff.
Any spectator that physically assaults any CRC employee/official, will be suspended from all CRC activities for life. In addition, law enforcement will be called and the CRC will encourage prosecution.
CRC Youth Sports Player Ejection/Technical Foul Policy
Any player who is ejected from a game and/or receives a technical foul during a game for inappropriate conduct and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, is required to sit out of for a length of one period (see league rules for period time). If the ejection/technical foul occurs in the last period of a contest, the remainder of the suspension will be served at the beginning of the next scheduled game. Baseball will be for remainder of the game.
Any player who is ejected from a game and/or receives a technical foul during a game for inappropriate behavior and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, for a second time during the same sports season, is required to sit out for a length of two (2) complete games, plus the remainder of the time left in the offending game.
Any player who is ejected from a game and/or receives a technical foul during a game for inappropriate behavior and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, for a third time during the same sports season, is ineligible for further participation during the sports season. In addition, said individual must petition the Board of the Cheney Recreation Commission for possible reinstatement, before they may participate in any other Cheney Recreation Commission youth sports programs, leagues and/or tournaments.