Big Ten Division

Meeting held October 25, 2010 at 5:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Illinois, Rebecca Kuczynski; Indiana, Katie French; Iowa, Jenna Georgacakis; Michigan, Diane Schroth; Michigan State, Allison LaSota;  Purdue, Mimi Bradford; Wisconsin, Liz Ulmer; Ohio State University, Katelyn Heath

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one had any reason to believe Northwestern was planning to join.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13           Wisconsin
• April 2-3                      Iowa
• April 16-17                  Championship at Purdue or Wisconsin

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Heartland Division

Meeting held October 25, 2010, 4:00 PM

• February 26-27           Crossover at Iowa State
• April 2-3                      Northern regional at Carleton (if not, then Saint Mary’s)
• April 9-10                    Southern regional at Washington U or Lindenwood will find pool
• April 16-17                  Championship at Grinnell

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Mid Atlantic Division

Meeting held October 26, 2010, 4:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; University of Pennsylvania, Amanda Zwarenstein; Carnegie Mellon University, Alice Tripp; Penn State University, Alexis Cherewka; University of Pittsburgh, Lisa Czerniewski; James Madison University, Allie Krafft; University of Richmond, Emily Schworer; Duke University, Jenny Lin; University of  Virginia, Joanna Curran

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. North Carolina was mentioned, but no one could confirm their interest.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13           Alternate date for the crossover
• February 19-20           Crossover at James Madison
• March 19-20                Northern regional at Penn
• March 19-20                Southern regional at Virginia
• March 26-27                Alternate date for southern regional
• April 2-3                      Championship at Carnegie Mellon
• April 9-10                    Alternate date for championship

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary. Likewise, Team Leaders were reminded to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Midwest Division

Meeting held October 26, 2010, 5:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Grand Valley State University, Rachel McDonald; Loyola University, Mckenzie Silvestros; University of Notre Dame, Brian Coughlin; Miami University, OH, Megan Rigali

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any new teams and Notre Dame indicated they would make a decision by Thanksgiving regarding a “B” team.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13           Regional at Jenison High School or Ohio U
• April 16-17                  Championship at Notre Dame, at Jenison High School or Ohio U

Since Ohio University was not on the call, teams agreed to defer to them if they were able to host one of the weekends.

[In speaking to their team contact later, they indicated a desire to host in February, giving Grand Valley the chance to host the championship in April at Jenison High School.]

Once confirmed, teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary. Likewise, Team Leaders were reminded to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

New England Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 4:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Boston College, Meghan Grimes; Boston University, Joan Rajfer; Dartmouth College, Devon  Zimmerling, Aoife Duffy; Williams College, Anna Marrs; Yale University, Stephanie Cuevas

• February 26-27           Yale
• April 9-10                    Boston University
• April 16-17                  Championship at Williams

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

New York Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 5:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Colgate University, Sarah Burczak; New York University, Mike George; Rensselaer Polytechnic Inst., Alexandra Greenbaum; Cornell University, Noelle Chaine; Syracuse University, Alexandra Zuckerman

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any at this time. The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 19-20           Syracuse
• March 5-6                    Colgate
• April 16-17                  Championship at Cornell

If Cornell was unable to host on the date selected, the alternate date is April 2-3.

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

Teams are also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

North Atlantic Division

Meeting held October 29, 2010, 4:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; U. S. Coast Guard Academy, Terry Vogler; Bates College Charlotte Green, Teresa Cooper; Bowdoin College Molly Homoki, Mai Kristofferson; MIT Carrie DeBoer; Wellesley College, Genia Nizkorodov

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and teams could not locate three weekends that would work for everyone. Coast Guard agreed to move to the New England Division to solve some of the problem. The remaining dates were selected as follows:

• March 12-13                Bowdoin (if they are able to field a team since it is spring break)
• April 2-3                      Potential date if Middlebury is able to stay during their break
• April 9-10                    Site TBD
• April 16-17                  Potential date if Bates is able to stay during their break

The Commissioner indicated he would get in touch with Middlebury to determine their flexibility and reconvene a call if necessary.

Northwest Division

Meeting held November 2, 2010, 6:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Central Washington University       , Sarah Clark; Oregon State University, Janee Stevenson; University of Oregon, Emma Carella; Seattle University, Dan Morris; University of Washington, Mira Ho; Western Washington University, Brittany Koenker

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any programs interested in joining and there was some question regarding Western Oregon’s participation for the spring. In addition, the University of Washington indicated they may field a “B” team.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  There was a lot of discussion about when to host the championship and whether it should be held after spring break. Some felt it was too long to have between early March and the National Championship, while others felt they would not be able to get their team to play after returning from break. Teams eventually decided to not extend the season, maintaining the championship in early March. Dates were decided as follows:

• January 22-23            Central Washington
• February 12-13          Central Washington
• March 5-6                   Championship at Osborn Aquatic Center, hosted by Oregon State

The costs associated with hosting the championship at Osborn Aquatic Center was discussed and teams determined that they would share in the financial amount with the host school, Oregon State. OR State agreed to pay $500 with the balance of the rental shared equally by all programs. To avoid an accounting burden on OR State, the CWPA agreed to pay the bill directly and invoice the teams once the amount was determined.

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Pacific Coast Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 8:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; California Poly State University, Erika Bigbie; Univ. of California-Los Angeles, Bre Sheldon, Adele Young; Pepperdine University, Natalia Barragan, Lauran Mccormick; Univ. of Southern California, Elizabeth Parks; Loyola Marymount Univ., Greg Hipwell

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join and no one was aware of any teams interested.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13           UCLA
• April 9-10                    Cal Poly, UCSD, or San Diego State
• April 16-17                  Championship Cal Poly, UCSD, or San Diego State

Since neither San Diego State nor UCSD were on the call, the third site could not be confirmed.  Cal Poly indicated they would be willing to host on either date.

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Rocky Mountain Division

Meeting held January 26, 2011

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Southern Utah University, Blair Bentley; Boise State University, Brandon Smith; University of Utah, Larry Jackson

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any programs interested in joining this year, although Utah State was mentioned as a possibility for next year.

There was some question regarding Boise State’s participation for the spring based on their ability to field a team. Since all of the other divisions were already scheduled and most were at a maximum amount of teams, it was felt that we needed to try and make the Rocky Mountain Division work. Therefore the Commissioner indicated an exception would be made to allow the division to have a single tournament championship for one year. Boise State indicated they would inform the league if they could field a team by Monday.

The schedule was determined to be as follows:

• April 16-17           TBD in Salt Lake City

The meeting was adjourned and the Commissioner will follow up once a final decision is made by Boise State.

Sierra Pacific Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 9:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; University of California-Davis, Mary Banfield; Univ. of California-Santa Cruz, Mollie Chadwick, Kelly Gentry; Saint Mary's College, Claire Pelpel

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join and no one was aware of any teams interested.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 19-20           Site TBD-maybe Cal Maritime or St. Mary’s
• March 5-6                    UC Davis
• April 9-10                    Championship UC Santa Cruz

Since Cal Maritime was not on the call, the third site could not be confirmed.  Saint Mary’s indicated they might be able to host if Cal Maritime could not.

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Southeast Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 5:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Univ. of Central Florida, Blair Martin; University of Florida, Sarah Wright; Emory University, Nori Jacques; University of Georgia, Lenora Bryant, Chris Maurer

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any at this time. The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13           Emory
• March 26-27                Central Florida
• April 9-10                    Championship at University of Florida

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Southwest Division

Meeting held October 27, 2010, 10:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Boise State University, Will Jones; University of Utah, Larry Jackson; Colorado State University, Ashley Kluza; University of Colorado, Matt Anthony, Bridget Lighterink; U. S. Air Force Academy, Mackie Contreras; Arizona State University, AJ Grucky; University of Arizona, Sara Mohkami; Northern Arizona University, Carl Dickinson

The meeting opened with Boise State indicating their interest in participating. Larry Jackson stated that Southern Utah University was planning to join as well and he was interested in putting in a “B” team. Will from Boise State said that Idaho State was a possibility as well. After reviewing the distance between Boise State and the Arizona schools, it was apparent that the division was too large. The choice was to either prevent Boise State from participating or to split the existing division. Teams chose to split as the logical alternative to promote growth and reduce costs.

The schools agreed that the Utah/Idaho schools will make one division and the Colorado/Arizona/New Mexico schools will make up the Southwest Division. The Utah/Idaho schools then left the call and will plan on having another call at a later date to discuss their schedule.

The league schedule for the remaining schools was the next item on the agenda.  Teams chose to have a regional and a crossover, followed by a championship. In that fashion, no one would travel outside of their region more than once per season. Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 5-6                Northern regional at EPIC
• February 26-27            Southern regional at Northern Arizona
• March 5-6                     Crossover at Arizona State
• April 16-17                   Championship at Air Force

Other than ASU, all locations were tentative as of the call. Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.

Texas Division

Meeting held November 2, 2010, 5:00 PM

Attending: Dan Sharadin, Commissioner; Rice University, Shannon Majoras; Texas A&M University, Erin Kasperek; Texas State University, Olivia Grice; Texas Tech University, Audrya Houde; University of Texas, Becca Lewis

The Commissioner asked everyone if they knew of any teams wishing to join. No one knew of any programs interested in joining.

The league schedule was the next item on the agenda.  Conflicts were discussed and the dates were determined as follows:

• February 12-13          Texas A&M
• April 2-3                      Rice
• April 16-17                  Championship at Texas, Austin

Teams hosting were reminded to submit their Pool Reservation Form in order to complete the schedule. The form can be completed online by going to the Tournament page on the website. Hotels will be reserved as soon as we receive these forms.

All coaches were urged to complete an Evaluation Form about the officials following each of the competitions. These forms are available on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms. If you are unsure of which referee you are evaluating, simply go to the officiating assignment page and click on their picture for easy identification.

The Commissioner mentioned the new Orientation Program for all Team Leaders is required. The program consists of three webinars and can be accessed via the Membership Page. There is also a fundraising webinar that provides some great tips to help teams raise money that is optional.

Media Guide information needs to be submitted before teams leave for winter break and a form can be used online to submit the roster and team summary.

Teams were encouraged to send in pictures or story leads to enhance the interest of the website. Likewise, Team Leaders should take advantage of the Player of the Week program and nominate athletes each week, regardless of whether the games are within the CWPA league play or non-conference.

The Commissioner reminded everyone to have their Club Supervisor submit a Participation Contract by December 15 to ensure eligibility. It can be found on the Coaching page under Administrative Forms.

The Commissioner requested that each team contact ensure their athletes have read the Code of Conduct before the season starts. Likewise, Deck coaches should adhere to the Dress Code established. Teams were also reminded to update their contact information using the link on the Membership page.