Direction: Where are we heading?

Below is our program's mission and goals.

Olivet Eagle Philosophy

1. Coaches will possess the ability to connect with kids and have a deep understanding of the game. Throughout our program we should create an environment which allows for maximum learning.

2. We are committed to the continuous and systematic development of specific basketball skills. If you are not good at something it is hard to have a good time doing it. Without the proper development of these specific basketball skills, good athletes will drop out of our program.

3. Success for athletes and teams will be defined together by coaches and athletes and will include individual and team goals beyond the win-loss record. Winning will never be the sole goal of this program. Competition will be utilized to create better players and better teams.

The Program

The Program includes all male athletes that compete in basketball for Olivet Community Schools from 7th through 12th grade. It also includes all coaches, managers, statisticians and cheerleaders. For the purpose of this handbook the term “Program” will refer just to the players unless otherwise noted.

Creating a consistent and cohesive program is fundamental to the Olivet Tradition so that we take full advantage of the opportunities we have with these athletes to help them become the best athletes they can be. More importantly helping them become the best person they can be.

A consistent program will also help perpetuate itself. The longer we have athletes in our program, the more we can teach them about our philosophy, methods and principles. By doing this we help future community members understand and appreciate Olivet Tradition and create a desire to have their children play in the Program.

Mission

To nurture the young men in our program and to help them understand the value and responsibility of being an Olivet Eagle.