Our Program

List of 4 items.

• Role of the Student-Athlete

  Because participants in interscholastic competition represent Newman to the public, we expect all student-athletes to observe the following policies. Coaches are expected to go over this with their teams prior to the start of practice.

  
  Expectations
  

  1. Maintain all academic work with a 2.0 average or above.
  2. In order to participate in athletic events (practices, competitions, team meetings, team dinners, etc.), student-athletes are expected to attend school for at least 3 blocks of the academic day.  Exceptions to this rule must be requested and approved by the upper school office 24 hours in advance.
  3. Conform to school and team rules concerning the use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs.
  4. Attend all meetings, practices and games, including practices and games scheduled during school holidays and vacations.
  5. Respect the authority and judgment of coaches, captains, and game officials.
  6. Abstain from the use of profanity at any time while representing Newman School.
  7. Maintain self-control before, during and after all practices and games.
  8. Be respectful and polite to opponents before, during and after games.
  9. Commend good play and good sportsmanship whether displayed by a teammate or an opponent.
  10. Appreciate the responsibility of officials and both respect and accept their decisions.
  11. Respect the property of the school and treat this property with care. This includes locker rooms, buses, film rooms, etc.  We expect our student-athletes to treat these spaces with the upmost respect and care.
  12. Conduct themselves properly and in a manner that is aligned with the mission of the school and the school’s four core values.
  13. Be coachable and open to feedback from coaches, assistant coaches, athletic trainers, and school administrators.

  Unacceptable Behaviors
  

  1. Disrespect to coaches or teammates
  2. Blaming a loss on game officials, coaches or participants
  3. Disrespectful or derogatory yells, chants, songs, or gestures (any comments that are not aligned with our four core values)
  4. Criticizing officials in any way that is not aligned with our four core values or the mission of the school
  5. Refusing to shake hands or demonstrate good sportsmanship at the conclusion of a competition
  6. Use of profanity or displays of anger
  7. Trash-talking, taunting or baiting by players, coaches, or spectators

  
  All student athletes should fully understand the above policies and expectations. They should realize that failure to comply with any of these policies could result in suspension from the team, plus any other action deemed necessary by the Athletic Director or school administration.

• Role of the Parent

  The school-parent partnership is a critical component of athletic participation at Newman. In order for this partnership to be effective, it is important to understand the roles both parents and coaches play in fostering a positive environment. Included in this participation form is a brief summary of roles and expectations. A more comprehensive document is included in the athletic handbook and should be reviewed by parents of student athletes at Newman.
  
  

  There is a value system established in the home and nurtured in the school that young people are developing. Their involvement in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities contributes to that development. Integrity, respect, and responsibility are lifetime values taught through athletics. These are significant aspects of good sportsmanship. With them, the spirit of competition with character thrives, encouraged by honest rivalries, fueled by confidence combined with hard work, and acceptance of the results.
  
  

  Any person, whether student or parent, who demonstrates good sportsmanship is a true leader in our community. As a parent of a student-athlete at Newman, your goals should include:

  
  

  1. Realizing that athletics is part of the educational experience and the benefits of involvement go beyond the final score of the game
  2. Encouraging our student athletes to perform their best, just as we would urge them on with their class work, and knowing that others might turn in better performances
  3. Participating in positive support or comments which encourage all of our students and avoid participating in negative cheers or comments which would redirect the student athlete’s focus, including those that taunt and intimidate our opponents, their fans, or the officials
  4. Learning, understanding, respecting, and supporting the training rules of the Newman Athletic Department
  5. Learning, understanding, and respecting the rules of the game, the officials who administer them and their decisions
  6. Respecting the task our coaches face as teachers and supporting them as they strive to educate our student athletes
  7. Respecting our opponents as fellow student athletes and acknowledging them for striving to do their best
  8. Working within the framework of the school operating procedures for fundraising, purchasing, travel, and other related activities
  9. Serve as a mission aligned role model
  10. Being a FAN… not a fanatic!

  
  You have a tremendous and significant influence on your child’s attitude about academics and athletics. The leadership role you take in character development and in good sportsmanship will help influence your child, his or her team, and the Newman community for years to come.
  
  

  Click here to read the Five Keys for Sport Parents.
  
  

  Parents and coaches are two of the most important role models in a child’s life, and clear communication between these individuals is essential. The guidelines listed below are intended to clarify the Athletic Department expectations for these relationships.
  
  

  Concerns parents may discuss with coaches:
  
  

  • Ways your student athlete can improve on and off the field
  • Concerns about your child’s physical or emotional health
  • Concerns about your child’s behavior and team dynamics
  • Philosophy of the coach.
  • Expectations the coach has for your child and the team.
  • Location and times of all practices and games.
  • Team requirements: i.e. practices, rules, special equipment, out-of-season training.
  • Behaviors that may result in your child being denied the privilege to participate.
  • Weekly email outlining practice & game times in addition to important logistical information for the team.

  
  

  Guidelines for resolving concerns:
  
  The Newman Athletic Department encourages open communication, feedback, and discussion concerning matters of importance to an athlete and/or parent. The Athletic Department is consistently looking for ways to improve and to foster athlete and parent understanding of how our programs are run. To this end, we would encourage athletes and parents to keep these guidelines in mind when attempting to resolve a concern:

  • The student athlete should first speak directly to his/her coach about a concern. It is important that students learn to self-advocate with adults in a mature manner.
  • If you believe your child’s conversation with the coach did not help reach a resolution, you may arrange to meet with the coach directly.
  • If the issue still has not been resolved, you may arrange a meeting with the Athletic Director.
  • We ask that parents refrain from discussing the following topics with their child’s coach:
  • Playing time
  • Team strategy
  • Play calling
  • Other Student Athletes

  
  

  It is our expectation that parents do not confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. Meetings of this nature rarely promote resolution. Parents should separately arrange an appropriate time with the coach to calmly discuss any concern.

   

• Newman Athletic Participation Forms 2026-27

  Newman Athletic Participation Forms 2026-27

  
  

  Newman Athletic Participation Forms

• Tulane University Partnership

  Newman is proud to partner with the Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine’s team of doctors, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and healthcare professionals for comprehensive care for our student-athletes. Tulane’s athletic trainers work directly with physicians and physical therapists for a seamless Sports Medicine experience, from rehabilitative exercises to on-the-field injury management. Newman athletes receive top-notch care from the same physicians who treat athletes at Tulane University.