Aloha Parents and Athletes, It is likely that the intermediate and junior varsity levels of competition for our winter sports will start in mid October, while the varsity level winter sports practices will begin in early December. This is due to a shift in the Hawaii High School Athletic Association (HHSAA) calendar a few weeks ago. There will be some overlap between varsity fall seasons ending and lower level winter sports starting, but we hope this won't affect too many student-athletes. Once final start dates are solidified, we will share specific details.
Jana Fraser, Athletic Director
Did You Know? Results from girls volleyball, boys water polo, and football can be found on the ILH website, ilhsports.com. Other fall event sports such as kayaking and cross country are not posted online, but can be accessed by reaching out to those coaches or the Athletic Director.
Spectator and Livestreaming Update The ILH has confirmed a contract with Spectrum OC16 that allows for Livestreaming of ILH events. Unfortunately, this means that spectators are not allowed at any events through the fall season. This update was announced on 8/25/21. This change is because of the recent increase in COVID-19 numbers, and is done in an attempt to create a safer environment for players and coaches.
The link to watch our own Bulldogs home games online will be uploaded to the bio section of @lejardinathletics Instagram 15 min. before the start of the match. instagram.com/lejardinathletics - it will stream through YouTube.
Here are the links for other school's Livestreaming pages that we have so far...
Mid-Pacific will always use our Facebook account, so anyone can click the following link to see what we are streaming. https://www.facebook.com/pueopride
Kamehameha has a page dedicated to the live-stream schedule https://kamehameha-kapalamawarriors.org/
Here's the link for all Punahou streamed games https://www.punahou.edu/athletics/webcasts
Sacred Hearts will stream through both below: www.facebook.com/lancerathletics www.sacredhearts.org/lancerathletics
`Iolani: https://www.iolani.org/athletics/live-streams
Damien's volleyball games will be streamed via our Damien Athletics Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ5HqmJtgyXdi0-K7ryA85A/featured
HBA
Off Season Conditioning Rules for Winter and Spring Sports Please be aware of the off season (white period) rules: The white period for winter and spring sports in the 2021-22 school year only: coaches may work with students beyond the normal allowance of strength and conditioning, and may work with them on individual skills and drills no more than 2 times per week, with a 2-hour maximum time limit per session. However during this time there are no games or scrimmages with other teams-just individual skill work. Participation during this off season conditioning period is not mandatory.
Bulldog League In lieu of CSAL sports, LJA will host Bulldog League volleyball for 4th - 6th grade boys and girls. Hosted by the Le Jardin Athletic Department, the Bulldog League will cost $20 to absorb the cost of a t-shirt jersey, which athletes will keep for themselves. The $20 fee will be collected after registration closes (September 27) through the Spirit Store website. Registration closes on September 27. Contact taylor.souza@lejardinacademy.org with any questions. Mahalo!
Thank you!!
Taylor Souza, Athletics Manager
Kayaking Race Results from 9/11/21
Girls JV 1K race Anne Schmidt 5:44.18 Laruen McConnell 5:47.96
Boys JV 1K race Zayn Kahn 5:20.05 Tom Finnegan 5:30.52
Boys Varsity 2K race John Stark 10:33.88
A Note on Injuries, from our Athletic Trainer
What needs to happen if an athlete gets injured participating in a sport?
Any injury sustained while playing a LJA sanctioned sport MUST be reported to the school's Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) by coach and athlete as soon as possible for evaluation, physician referral, and/or treatment.
If an injury occurs at practice without the ATC present (ex: ATC is at an away event with another team or practice is off site), contact ATC as soon as possible. If the student-athlete sustains any injury requiring removal from practice, parents MUST be notified.
If an injury occurs while at an away contest without the LJA ATC present, student-athletes may be evaluated by the host school ATC. Student-athletes are expected to report in person to the LJA ATC on the next school day. If a student-athlete is injured outside of a LJA sanctioned sport (ex: travel or club team), they are ENCOURAGED to report to the ATC for evaluation, physician referral, and/or treatment. If a Student-Athlete will miss school because of an injury, they should contact the LJA ATC with an update on their status.
Injury Evaluation and Treatment
The ATC will be available for injury evaluation and treatment daily after school, 2:45pm-7pm pm, game schedule permitting. Student-Athletes are NOT allowed to miss class for injury treatment. Physician Visits Any student-athlete that is seen by a physician for an injury MUST submit a clearance note to the ATC. This note must include a return to play/clearance date and be signed by the physician. The note must also include an injury diagnosis and therapeutic recommendations if they are to do rehab with the ATC.
Acceptable physician notes for injuries include: the "physician referral form" provided by the ATC, OR a note on the physician's letterhead or prescription pad with the previously listed information.
If a Student-Athlete sees a physician for an injury, they WILL NOT be allowed to return to practice or games until a clearance note is received, NO EXCEPTIONS.
Emergency Transport/ Emergency Room Treatment
Any Student-Athlete with an injury or illness that requires transport to or treatment in an emergency department must make follow up appointments with their family doctor or appropriate specialist, and be cleared, in writing, by that physician. Student-Athletes WILL NOT be allowed to return to practice or games until a clearance note is received, NO EXCEPTIONS. Emergency Department discharge papers will NOT be accepted for return to play. Return to Play
Return to play is an individualized decision as each person will heal at different rates. Depending upon injury severity, student-athletes may be restricted in return to play. Student-Athletes who were seen by a physician must have appropriate clearance, in writing, from that physician before they will be allowed to return to play.
Meet the Athletic Department Deidre Harrison, deidre.harrison@lejardinacademy.org is our Athletic Department Administrative Assistant. She handles most of the paperwork that is needed to conduct sports including eligibility lists, rosters, participation forms, coaches certifications and many more. Justin Drain, justin.drain@lejardinacademy.org is our Athletic Trainer. He handles all injuries and return to play testing and guidance, including monitoring our concussion protocols. Warren Johnson, warren.johnson@lejardinacademy.org is our Gym Manager, and he handles uniforms and transportation as well. Taylor Souza, taylor.souza@lejardinacademy.org is our Athletics Manager. She takes care of our social media pages, helps with photography, and our Bulldog League (formerly CSAL). Dave Cosier, david.cosierjr@lejardinacademy.org is our weight room Strength and Conditioing Coach. He creates tailored programs for athletes based on the movement used in their specific sports. Jana Fraser, jana.fraser@lejardinacademy.org is the Athletic director. She is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Athletic Department.
Sports Rules Clarified Varsity football is the only sport that is separated into three divisions; Open Division, Division 1 and Division 2. LJA has one varsity football player this year, Aiden Becker #66. He's on the Pac 5 team which plays at the Division 2 level.
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