General Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Are athletes encouraged to play more than one sport?

The Department of Athletics encourages all athletes to be as involved as their schedule allows, and, yes, we encourage athletes to play on as many Livermore HS teams as they can. Our coaches are willing to meet with athletes that are interested in playing two or three sports and help an athlete plan his/her time effectively so that he/she can maximize his/her high school athletic experience.

How do I register for a sport?

Does my child need a physical every year?

Can I still play with my club team during the school year?

Is there any type off season conditioning. (For example, pre-season conditioning?)

Are their cuts for teams at Livermore High School?

Most teams at Livermore High School conduct tryouts for the purpose of selecting the members of athletic teams. At the conclusion of the tryouts, there are often athletes that cannot be offered a spot on a particular team. Cutting athletes on a particular team is difficult for coaches, families, and athletes. Parents and athletes are encouraged to talk with coaches about the tryout process for a particular sport.

Who is the Athletic Director at Livermore High School?

Academic Eligibility/ Probation

Eligibility

To be eligible to particpate in interscholastic athletics, a student at Livermore High School must meet ALL of the following criteria:

Have a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 or higher in the preceding academic semester.
Be eligible according to CIF.
Have a current physical form on file.
Complete the athletic registration process.

A student must meet the above criteria or they will not be allowed to participate in any practices, scrimmages, or contests. A student who fails to satisfy criteria #1 above is academically ineligible for participation in contests or scrimmages. Students who are academically ineligible may apply for a one-time probation.

Probation

If a student has a grade point average below 2.0; he or she can apply for a one time probationary period of one quarter. The parents of the student must complete the Probation Application and submit it to the Athletic Director requesting the probationary period and stating the reasons for the request. A student may only have one probation period during high school. The request will be reviewed and the parents will be notified if the probationary period is granted.

Clink on the link below to access the Academic Probation Form:

Academic Probation Form

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Team Conduct Information

Unsportsmanlike Behavior

Behavior Regulations

A. Possession or use of alcohol and/or illegal drugs, vaping or use of vaping products at school or school activities as determined by a school official, shall result in immediate dismissal from the team/activity and ineligibility for participation in other teams/activities for the remainder of the sport/activity season or 30 calendar days within the school year, whichever is longer.
B. Possession or use of tobacco at school or school activities, vaping or use of vaping products, as determined by a school official, shall result in:
(1) Suspension for one contest/event for the first offense as determined by the coach/advisor in cooperation with the principal, and
(2) Dismissal from the team/activity for the second offense.
C. Any participant who is dismissed from an extra/co curricular sport/activity due to an infraction of the behavior regulations listed in this section shall be ineligible for participation in that sport/activity for the remainder of that sport/activity season or for 30 calendar days within the school year, whichever is longer.
D. Suspension from school results in simultaneous suspension from practice or participation for the duration of the suspension.

Insubordination to any school personnel may result in disciplinary action or dismissal from the team as determined by the principal or designee.
Attendance in all classes on the day of a contest or practice is required in order to be eligible to participate. Exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the Athletic Director.
Travel to and from all extra-curricular activities must be on transportation authorized by the school unless the coach agrees to other arrangements. Students shall not transport other students to or from activities.
Return of all issued equipment/materials and payment for lost equipment/materials is the responsibility of the student and parent. The student shall not participate in another sport until equipment is returned or payment is made.
Quitting a sport without the consent of the coach will result in the student being ineligible for the remainder of the sport or thirty (30) calendar days, whichever is appropriate as determined by the coach.
Additional rules developed and distributed in writing by the coach relating to attendance and punctuality at practice, awards, dress, and behavior/conduct must be followed.
Failure to follow these rules may result in suspension or dismissal from the team. Any participant who is dismissed from a team due to an infraction of the behavior regulations listed in this section shall be ineligible for participation in any sport for the remainder of that season or for thirty (30) calendar days within the school year, whichever is longer.

Hazing

The LHS Code of Conduct defines hazing as “engaging in or planning any form of verbal or physical hazing or initiation of other students. Hazing includes, but is not limited to, forcing prolonged physical activity, forcing excessive consumption of any substance, forcing prolonged deprivation of sleep, food, or drink, or any other behavior that recklessly endangers the health or safety of an individual or is likely or intended to cause personal degradation or disgrace for purposes of initiation into any student group.” According to the Code of Conduct, the principal may suspend or recommend expulsion for a student who engages in hazing.

Violation of Team Rules

Are subject to an appropriate penalty at the discretion of the Coach, Athletic Director and/or the Principal, taking into consideration the seriousness of the offense
Attendance - Truancy:
Are subject to an appropriate penalty at the discretion of the Coach, Athletic Director and/or the Principal, taking into consideration the seriousness of the offense.
North Coast Section Ejection Policy:
The following rules and minimum penalties are applicable to players as adopted by the NCS Board of Managers on April 21 1995. This policy will be in effect beginning with the 1995-1996 school year, (and will include non-league, league, invitational tournaments/events, post-season: league, section or state playoffs, etc.)

Ejection of a player from a contest for unsportsmanlike or dangerous conduct.
1. Penalty: The player shall be ineligible for the next contest (non-league, league, invitational tournament, post-season {league, section or state} playoffs, etc.)
Illegal Participation in the next contest by a player ejected in the previous contest.
1. Penalty: The contest shall be forfeited and the ineligible player shall be ineligible for the next contest.
Second ejection of a player for unsportsmanlike or dangerous conduct from a contest during one season.
1. Penalty: The player shall be ineligible for the reminder of the season.
When one or more players leave the bench to begin or participate in an altercation.

Penalty: The player(s) shall be ejected from the contest-in-question and become ineligible for the next contest (non-league, league, invitational tournament, post-season {league, section or state} playoff, etc.)

Letterman Jacket Requirements

Livermore High School has a process for the distribution of Varsity Letters and Other Jacket items. Freshmen and JV athletes will receive a Certificate of Completion at the completion of the season. First Time Varsity Athletes will receive a Block Letter, Graduation Numbers, and a sport insert. Second time Varsity Athletes will receive an additional insert of the jacket. Three year Varsity athletes will receive a shadow block and an additional insert for jacket.

Mental Health and Sports

Visit our LHS Wellness Center's Athletics website for mental health resources for student athletes.

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