2017 RAMS BOYS’ BASKETBALL TRY-OUT INFORMATION

• All players are to start the first day of try-outs with their grade level.

• Try-Outs are for the student-athletes and coaching staff only.  Spectators not permitted.

• WEAR AN OLD T-SHIRT (write last name on back please) to EACH DAY OF TRY-OUTS or the BLUE/RED OFFSEASON PRACTICE JERSEY.

• Team practices start Thursday and run six days per week and some holiday times too.

• Report to Try-outs at the following times: (BE READY TO START ON TIME)  

  • Monday, November 6th (Teacher Workday)

    • Grades 10-12 at 5:30-8:00 pm (start in Main Gym)

    • Grade 9 - Report at 4:10 pm to the Athletic Hall to check-in then go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:30pm (pick-up at RVHS)

  • Tuesday, November 7th (Teacher Workday)

    • Grades 10-12 at 5:30-8:00 pm (start in Main Gym)

    • Grade 9 - Report at 4:10 pm in PE Hall to go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:30 pm (pick-up at RVHS)

  • Wednesday, November 8th

    • Fr to Belmont MS Gym at 4:20-6:30 pm (pick-up at RVHS)

    • Grades 10-12 at 6:15-8:45 pm (RVHS Main)

Get Prepared for Try-Outs with the Following Steps

1. Make sure you are in SOLID ACADEMIC STANDING & that ALL SCHOOL ASSIGNMENTS ARE CURRENT!

2. Turn in ALL required paperwork to the athletic office (including physical form) ASAP.Student-athletes can only be cleared to try-out by the athletic office. You will NOT be permitted to try-out without it.

3. Fall sport athletes only need to submit a new emergency card.

4. COME TO TRY-OUTS IN SHAPE TO PERFORM.

5. Time commitment is 6 days per week until mid to late February.Includes many school vacation days.

   1. No Practice on following days around the Holidays: Wed., 11/22; Thurs., 11/23; 12/20-12/26

   2. All levels practice December 27, 28, 29, 30 and will play on January 2.

6. Basketball Skills: Be prepared to be evaluated in the following skill areas:

   1. Dribbling, passing, shooting

   2. Individual and team defensive skills

   3. Individual and team offensive skills

   4. Game situation play

   5. Intangibles make a difference: team player, hustle, desire, positive attitude, work ethic, & PERSEVERANCE

7. Information can be found on Riversiderams.net under Basketball “team news” and also on twitter

          @RHS_Rams_Hoops

8. Remaining Week 1 Practice Schedule:

   1. Th / Fri, Nov 9 & 10 – Fr at 4:30-6:30 pm at Belmont 4-6:15 pm / JV & V at 6:15-8:45 pm in Main Gym

   2. Saturday, November 11 – All levels 10 am to 1 pm (includes lifting)

   3. Program Meeting for all players will take place after photos & impact testing on 11/14

9. Upon making a team, players are expected to make all practices and prioritize RVHS Basketball over any outside sport or other offseason training program.

10. Try-outs will be limited to the coaching staff and players only.

11. Players will be released on time for rides home.RVHS pick-up spot is at the circle behind the school by the outside main gym and athletic doors (near the turf practice field).

12. Please wait to purchase basketball sneakers until teams are made.Team store will open on November 8.

2017 RAMS BOYS’ BASKETBALL TRY-OUT INFORMATION

• All players are to start the first day of try-outs with their grade level.

• WEAR AN OLD T-SHIRT (write last name on back please) to EACH DAY OF TRY-OUTS or the BLUE/RED OFFSEASON PRACTICE JERSEY.

• Report to Try-outs at the following times: (BE READY TO START ON TIME)  

  • Monday, November 6th (Teacher Workday)

    • Grades 10-12 at 5:30-8:00 pm (start in Main Gym)

    • Grade 9 - Report at 4:10 pm to the Athletic Hall to check-in then go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:30pm (pick-up at RVHS)

  • Tuesday, November 7th (Teacher Workday)

    • Grades 10-12 at 5:30-8:00 pm (start in Main Gym)

    • Grade 9 - Report at 4:10 pm in PE Hall to go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:30 pm (pick-up at RVHS)

  • Wednesday, November 8th

    • Fr to Belmont MS Gym at 4:20-6:30 pm (pick-up at RVHS)

    • Grades 10-12 at 6:15-8:45 pm (RVHS Main)

Get Prepared for Try-Outs with the Following Steps

1. Make sure you are in SOLID ACADEMIC STANDING & that ALL SCHOOL ASSIGNMENTS ARE CURRENT!

2. Turn in ALL required paperwork to the athletic office (including physical form) ASAP.Student-athletes can only be cleared to try-out by the athletic office. You will NOT be permitted to try-out without it.

3. Fall sport athletes only need to submit a new emergency card.

4. COME TO TRY-OUTS IN SHAPE TO PERFORM.

5. Time commitment is 6 days per week until mid to late February.Includes many school vacation days.

   1. No Practice on following days around the Holidays: Wed., 11/22; Thurs., 11/23; 12/20-12/26

   2. All levels practice December 27, 28, 29, 30 and will play on January 2.

6. Basketball Skills: Be prepared to be evaluated in the following skill areas:

   1. Dribbling, passing, shooting

   2. Individual and team defensive skills

   3. Individual and team offensive skills

   4. Game situation play

   5. Intangibles make a difference: team player, hustle, desire, positive attitude, work ethic, & PERSEVERANCE

7. Information can be found on Riversiderams.net under Basketball “team news” and also on twitter

          @RHS_Rams_Hoops

8. Remaining Week 1 Practice Schedule:

   1. Th / Fri, Nov 9 & 10 – Fr at 4:30-6:30 pm at Belmont 4-6:15 pm / JV & V at 6:15-8:45 pm in Main Gym

   2. Saturday, November 11 – All levels 10 am to 1 pm (includes lifting)

   3. Program Meeting for all players will take place after photos & impact testing on 11/14

9. Upon making a team, players are expected to make all practices and prioritize RVHS Basketball over any outside sport or other offseason training program.

10. Try-outs will be limited to the coaching staff and players only.

11. Players will be released on time for rides home.RVHS pick-up spot is at the circle behind the school by the outside main gym and athletic doors (near the turf practice field).

12. Please wait to purchase basketball sneakers until teams are made.Team store will open on November 8.

Ram Fams:

We will have a meeting on 10/5 at 5:45-6:15 pm in the Health Classrom for all perspective players and parents.  This meeting will focus on:  1.  Upcoming Messiah College Shootout info (Group 2 players),  2. Mattress Sale on 10/15, 3. 10/21 Team Camp Host Responsibilities / Teams for the Day / Volunteers, 4. FCA event info, 5. Pertinent upcoming dates.  We strongly encourage everyone to attend this meeting which will take place in the Health Classrooms.

Here is the updated fall schedule:

Riverside Boys Basketball Fall 2017

(Please attend the session with your designated level for the fall)

(Updated on 10/2/17)

Tuesday, October 3                          Group 1 at 6:30-8:30 pm – Main Gym Only & Lifting

                                                                Group 2 at 7:00-9:00 pm

Thursday, October 5                       All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

                                                           5:45 pm Parent & Player MEETING in the Health classroom

Tuesday, October 10                       6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, October 12                     4:15-6:15 pm – Belmont Ridge MS Gym

Saturday, October 14                   JV/V Shoot Out at Messiah in PA

Sunday, October 15                       Mattress Sale Fundraiser at Riverside H.S. at 10-5pm (Shift work)

Tuesday, October 17                       Group 1: 4:15-6:00 pm – Main Gym

                                                                Group 2: 6:00-8:00 pm – Main Gym

Thursday, October 19                     Group 1: 6:15-8 pm Lift / Aux Gym

Group 2: 7:15-9:15 pm – Lift / Aux Gym

Friday, October 20                        ALL - Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, October 21                Fall JV & V & Fr Volunteers – RVHS PRCS FALL TEAM CAMP – ALL DAY

Tuesday, October 24                       4:15-6:15 pm – Belmont Ridge MS Gym

Thursday, October 26                  4:15 pm Last Fall Weight Room / Conditioning Day

INTEREST MEETING for Players at 5:30-5:45 pm in Hallway by Cafeteria                                                      

Friday, October 27                        ALL – FINAL Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Riverside Boys Basketball Fall 2017

(Please attend the session with your designated level for the fall)

(Updated on 8/30/17)

Thursday, August 31                       All: Meet Outside Weight Room / Rotate to Belmont Gym -  4:15-6:15 pm

Tuesday, September 5                   6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, September 7                 6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Monday, September 11                  6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Tuesday, September 12                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 14               6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Friday, September 15                     All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, September 16             Varsity Shoot Out at EMU

Tuesday, September 19                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 21               7:00-9:00 pm – Aux Gym

Friday, September 22                     All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Monday, September 25                 6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Tuesday, September 26                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 28               Aux Gym 7:00-9:00 pm

Sunday, October 1                         V Shoot Out at Hood College

Tuesday, October 3                          7:00-9:00 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, October 5                       All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Tuesday, October 10                       6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, October 12                     4:15-6:15 pm – Belmont Ridge MS Gym

Saturday, October 14                   JV/V Shoot Out at Messiah in PA

Sunday, October 15                       Mattress Sale Fundraiser at Riverside H.S.

Tuesday, October 17                       4:15-6:30 pm – Main Gym

Thursday, October 19                     7:15-9:15 pm – Aux Gym

Friday, October 20                        ALL - Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, October 21                Fall JV & V Squads at TBA

Tuesday, October 24                       4:15-6:30 pm – Main Gym

INTEREST MEETING for Players at 4:15 pm

Friday, October 27                        ALL – FINAL Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Try-outs are November 6, 7 & 8

*Please Note: Players must attend practices regularly in order to be considered for the Fall Shoot Out events. More strength & conditioning dates will be added.  Athletic paperwork must be on file in the A.D's office.

Boys' Basketball Stadium Clean-up:

Friday is our first home game and our first date of this school year for stadium clean-up.  Any person participate in fall workouts or who plan to try-out for the program, are needed to help at each Varsity home football game.  Clean-up normally takes 30 minutes or less after the game.  We will meet under the scoreboard when the game ends.  Friends and family are welcome to come help.  Players must now sign-in as attendance will be taken during clean-up as admission to the game is free for all helping clean-up.  Please report to the pass gate and sign the sheet legibly as players who aren't present for the clean-up will need to buy a game ticket. 

Let's Go Rams! 

Riverside Boys Basketball Fall 2017

(Please attend the session with your designated level for the fall)

Monday & Tuesday, August 14-15 Annual Evolution Skills Clinic in the Main Gym at 8:15-11:15 am

Friday, August 25                             All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Tuesday, August 2                           6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, August 31                       All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Tuesday, September 5                   6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, September 7                 6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Monday, September 11                  6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Tuesday, September 12                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 14               6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Friday, September 15                     All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, September 16             V Shoot Out at EMU

Tuesday, September 19                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 21               7:00-9:00 pm – Aux Gym

Friday, September 22                     All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Monday, September 25                 6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Tuesday, September 26                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 28               Aux Gym 7:00-9:00 pm

Sunday, October 1                         V Shoot Out at Hood College

Tuesday, October 3                          7:00-9:00 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, October 5                       All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Tuesday, October 10                       6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, October 12                     7:15-9:15 pm – Aux Gym

Saturday, October 14                   JV/V Shoot Out at Messiah in PA

Tuesday, October 17                       4:15-6:30 pm – Main Gym

Thursday, October 19                     7:15-9:15 pm – Aux Gym

Friday, October 20                        ALL - Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, October 21                Fall JV & V Squads at TBA

Tuesday, October 24                       4:15-6:30 pm – Main Gym

              INTEREST MEETING for Players at 4:15 pm

Friday, October 27                        ALL – FINAL Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Try-outs are November 6, 7 & 8

*Please Note: Players must attend practices regularly in order to be considered for the Fall Shoot Out events. More strength & conditioning dates will be added.  Athletic paperwork must be on file in the A.D's office.  Participation helps prepare athletes for the season but does not guarantee a spot on the team.

Basketball Candidates:

I trust that everyone is working on their game, skills, strength and conditioning this summer when we don't have structured workouts.  What you do on your own separates you / us form the competition.

It's important that we prepare for the upcoming season and try-outs.  While participating in offseason activities does not guarantee a spot on the team or a certain level, it prepares everyone to have success this winter.  We have started a tradition of having a very well attended fall program and need to keep that going.  Regular attendance will be needed for anyone participating in fall shoot-outs as well as completed athletic forms and physical forms.  We also need players, families and friends to help on every stadium clean-up night (attendance will be taken).

We are asking for players to sign-up for the August 14-15 free clinic at RVHS to help us plan.  Heres the link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1sVJWRLg8Haavov4LBVWbKgTU55aeWd04W2QkUJTeqD0

Riverside Boys Basketball Fall 2017

(Please attend the session with your designated level for the fall)

Monday & Tuesday, August 14-15 Annual Evolution Skills Clinic in the Main Gym at 8:15-11:15 am

Friday, August 25                             All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Tuesday, August 2                           6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, August 31                       All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Tuesday, September 5                   6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Thursday, September 7                 6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Monday, September 11                  6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Tuesday, September 12                 All: LIFTING at 4:15-5:45 pm

Thursday, September 14               6:30-8:30 pm – Both Gyms

Friday, September 15                     All: Stadium Clean-Up after the HOME Football Game

Saturday, September 16             V Shoot Out at EMU

* This is only a partial list.  We will update this ASAP.

GO RAMS!

All rising freshmen should email CoachKoscinski@gmail.com and coachwilliams85@yahoo.com their contact information including cell phone and emails so we can add you to our lists.  We send text reminders as needed.

Workouts this week are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at end of camp (3-5pm).  If you are working or volunteering at camp this week, please report at 8 am on Monday.  

All Boys' Basketball - Thursdays' workout will focus on prep for EMU team camp this weekend.  The workout will now start 30 minutes earlier.  4:30-6:30 pm is the new time.  Enter door B1 at Newton-Lee Elementary School.

Rams Hoops - Week of 5/22/17 - Tuesday workout at 4-6 pm only this week.

Quick Reminders:

1.  Today's workout has been moved to 6-7:30 pm Friday night, May 19.  So, no workout today.

2.  Our online offseason store closes today at 11:59 pm.  Practice jersey is in the store and needed for anyone participating this offseason (now until October 31).

http://www.myfanstand.com/Showroom/RiversideBasketball17/476900

3. Email CoachKoscinski@gmail.com if your rising 9-12th son is interested in attending team camp.  Need to finalize rosters soon.

No workout today due to spring sports coming inside for prax.  We will workout in the gym on Wednesday (4/26) instead at 4-5:30pm in the main gym.  Please spread the word.

We are less than one week into registration and we've already enrolled 100 campers for this summer.  Make sure you reserve your spot for this popular camp.  Week 1: July 10-14 / Week 2: July 17-21.  For more information please go online to the PRCS webtrac website. Get your spot today. loudoun.gov/webtrac. Activity number 721103.

No Tuesday workout this week as Coach K has mandatory staff training.  Next workout is Tuesday, April 18 - after spring break.

The mission of the DMVStream.com Nova Challenge is to bring together neighboring counties in a friendly rivalry that showcases boys' basketball talent in Northern Virginia. The top seniors from Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, and Prince William Counties and the City of Alexandria will compete against one another in a dunk contest, 3 point contest, and 2 all-star games. Follow us on Twitter for the latest updates: @NovaChallenge

Date: Sunday, March 19th 2017

Location: Riverside High School 
19019 Upper Belmont Place 
Leesburg, VA 20176

Schedule: 
2 PM: Prince William vs. Fairfax Game 
4 PM: 3 Point and Dunk Contests 
5 PM: Loudoun vs. Arlington/Alexandria Game

Admissions: $8 (proceeds go to Frederick Douglass Elementary)

Just to clarify tonight's schedule:

Boys JV - 5:45 pm tip off

Varsity at 7 pm

Freshmen practice at 4.

Just a reminder of shifts that all signed up for.  Varsity boys must select between 1-3 pm and 5-6:30 pm.  Freshmen boys between 3-5 pm and 5-6:30 pm.  Any remaining JV players, please fill in any missing spots, at this point please.  

Please stop by and check out the sale.  Players will meet at the aux gym for their shift.  Players will be sent out to the community to advertise and draw folks to the sale.  Not too late to hand out more flyers.

Many thanks for everyone's help.

Riverside Rams Community:

Here are some boys' basketball announcements.

1.  Mattress Sale at Riverside H.S. on February 4 from 10 am to 5 pm.  Please see flyer on main page of this website.

2.  Jr Rams Open Shooting with Coach K at Riverside on Saturday, February 4 from Noon to 1 pm.  Must enter through back door of gym, C2.  Please DO NOT use the front door as there is a Music program taking place.

3.  Youth Basketball Night on Tuesday, February 7 at 7pm as Riverside takes on Park View in Basketball action.  Please wear a youth league jersey to get in free  (parents must pay admission and students must attend with a supervising adult).

4.  Save the date: Summer Camp will be held the week of July 10 and 17 this year.  Information to be released in late March by PRCS.

5. Save the date: Boys' Basketball Banquet will be Sunday, March 5 at 6:30 pm in the Riverside Cafeteria.  More details to come soon as this will be a catered event.

Please spread the word!

Riverside Rams Community:

Here are some boys' basketball announcements.

1.  Mattress Sale at Riverside H.S. on February 4 from 10 am to 5 pm.  Please see flyer on main page of this website.

2.  Jr Rams Open Shooting with Coach K at Riverside on Saturday, February 4 from Noon to 1 pm.  Must enter through back door of gym, C2.  Please DO NOT use the front door as there is a Music program taking place.

3.  Youth Basketball Night on Tuesday, February 7 at 7pm as Riverside takes on Park View in Basketball action.  Please wear a youth league jersey to get in free  (parents must pay admission and students must attend with a supervising adult).

4.  Save the date: Summer Camp will be held the week of July 10 and 17 this year.  Information to be released in late March by PRCS.

5. Save the date: Boys' Basketball Banquet will be Sunday, March 5 at 6:30 pm in the Riverside Cafeteria.  More details to come soon as this will be a catered event.

Please spread the word!

SPIRIT NIGHT for Riverside Boys' & Girls' Basketball

Tuesday, January 24 from 3 - 8 pm

Come out and support the Riverside High school Basketball Team for their Spirit Night.  Present this flyer (or the one on our twitter page @rhs_rams_hoops or in the team files section) to a CFA Team Member when ordering, a percentage of your sales go back to the school!

CFA-Ashburn is a proud sponsor of the Riverside Jr Rams Hoopsters Club for grades K-7.  Please spread the word.

Chick Fil-A George Washington, 44835 Lakeview Overlook Plaza

We will have a brief parent meeting for all members of the Boys' Basketball teams between the JV/Fr and the Varsity game on Tuesday, January 17 at 6:45 pm in the auditorium. A parent for each player needs to attend.  

WILDCAT HOLIDAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 12/28 & 29

Where: Warren County High School 155 Westminster Dr. Front Royal, Va. 22630

Dates: December 28 and December 29

Tickets: $5.00 ages 8 – adult; VHSL passes only; no local, conference or district accepted

Format: Each team will play 2 games; 2^nd round opponent based on previous game; losers vs.   losers and winners vs. winners

Cost: $400 for all 4(JV & V) Boys and Girls teams

Teams: WCHS 3A, Riverside 3A, Harrisonburg 4A, North Stafford 5A

Officials: SBOA – we will use 2 officials for JV and 3 for V

The plan is to use both of our gyms on both days with the JV’s playing in the Aux gym all day one and V playing in the main gym all day one. Second day will have the consolation games in the Auxiliary gym and all the Championship round games will be in the main gym.

Trophies: Team Champion – Medals for All Tournament Teams for Varsity

T-Shirts: Every player will receive a Tournament T-shirt

Hospitality Room: Will be provided for Coaches, Admin, Bus Drivers and Workers

Game Times:  1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 both days

1^st Round North Stafford vs. Harrisonburg, Riverside vs. WCHS

1:00 Harrisonburg vs. North Stafford Boys JV Aux gym

1:00 Harrisonburg vs. North Stafford Girls V Main gym

3:00 Harrisonburg vs. North Stafford Girls JV Aux gym

3:00 Harrisonburg vs. North Stafford Boys V Main gym

5:00 Riverside vs. WCHS Boys JV Aux gym

5:00 Riverside vs. WCHS Girls V Main gym

7:00 Riverside vs. WCHS Girls JV Aux gym

7:00 Riverside vs. WCHS Boys V Main gym

2^nd Round

1:00 Consolation JV Girls Aux gym

1:00 Championship JV Boys Main gym

3:00 Consolation JV Boys Aux gym

3:00 Championship JV Girls Main gym

5:00 Consolation V Boys Aux Gym

5:00 Championship V Girls Main gym

7:00 Consolation V Girls Aux gym

7:00 Championship V Boys Main gym

9:00 Trophies and Medals Awarded

Concessions will be open during all sessions

The Jr. Rams Hoopsters Clinic (Grades K-7) scheduled for 12/17 is being postponed due to forecasted ice in the morning.

A make-up date will be announced once one is selected.

New this year: Grade 6-8 one day team camp hosted by RVHS Boys' Basketball

The Boys' Basketball Program is hosting a MS team camp on Friday, December 30 starting at Noon and ending around 9 pm (depends on number of teams that enter).  Travel teams will get 2 games each.

We will need volunteers and will ask players to work a shift at the event. Parent volunteers are also welcome. Jobs include concessions, tickets, scorer's table and other tasks.  More information will be released as we confirm the number of teams that enter.  This is a fundraiser for the program.

Practices will occur in the morning prior to this event.

If you know of any interested grade 6-8 travel teams, please have them email me at CoachKoscinski@gmail.com

New this year: Grade 6-8 one day team camp hosted by RVHS Boys' Basketball

The Boys' Basketball Program is hosting a MS team camp on Friday, December 30 starting at Noon and ending around 9 pm (depends on number of teams that enter)

We will need volunteers and will ask players to work a shift at the event. Parent volunteers are also welcome. Jobs include concessions, tickets, scorer's table and other tasks.  More information will be released as we confirm the number of teams that enter.  This is a fundraiser for the program.

Practices will occur in the morning prior to this event.

If you know of any interested grade 6-8 travel teams, please have them email me at CoachKoscinski@gmail.com

Rams Hoops Fams:

?Since this is the 1st Friday night road trip and routines are being established, we're sending out a reminder about the team bus rules as there is a difference from school night games. Basically, everyone rides home together on bus on Fridays & non-school nights.  Please see below from our team rules:

Bus Rides

Bus rides offer a great opportunity for team bonding, camaraderie, team unity  and a time for the team debrief after the game.  Players & managers must ride the bus to and from athletic contests.  On school nights, JV & Fr may sign-out at the end of their game to go home with their parents providing they plan to leave before the end of the 1^st quarter of the Varsity game and they prearrange this with the coach.  As a general guideline for Varsity players when traveling on school nights to out of county games, a family may prearrange dismissal (at least a day before) with the coach.  Athletes may not leave until the Coach is finished addressing team and there is verbal and visual contact between the parent and the coach.  Everyone can ride home with the team on Friday nights or non-school nights (unless there is some special reason...family event, SAT’s).

LET'S GO RAMS!

Our next K-7 clinic is on December 17 at 10-11:30 am. Join today:  osp.osmsinc.com/loudounva/ select "Riverside HS" then Jr. Rams option.

Many cool perks to being a member, please continue reading:

BOYS’ & GIRLS’ BASKETBALL 

Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club

Sponsored by Chick Fil-A (George Washington)

Come join the fun with the Riverside Rams Basketball teams by joining the Jr. Rams Hoopsters  Club!  Members can cheer on the Rams Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams in style with a Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt and participate in some special events with the Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams.  If you are in grades K-7 and want to show your Rams spirit, join today!

Membership is only $30 for the first child!  For families with multiple children, membership is $55 for two children and $75 for families of 3 or more children.  Membership is valid during the current 2016-17 regular winter basketball season.

MEMBER BENEFITS

• Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt & Chick Fil-A Welcome Kit

• A Chick Fil-A catered meal with the Boys’ or Girls’ Basketball team.

• Shoot-A-RAMA in on Saturday, November 19 from 10-11 am at RVHS (gift cards given out to members)

(Shooting skills, shooting contests and games with current Rams players)

• Rams Jingle Bell Basketball Clinic on December 17, 2016 at 10-11:30 am

• Join the player tunnel at home games

• Picture with the Riverside Ram mascot

• Advance notice of summer camps & clinics offered by the RVHS Basketball programs

   

Parent / Family Volunteers Needed to Open Concessions and Snack Bar!

Concessions volunteers needed this week!  Parents can sign up on volunteer sign up" on RiversideRams.net and see which spots and which teams need coverage from.  Boys Basketball gets credit for each shift worked.

If every family worked two shifts, we would cover the season.  Please volunteer.

Rams Boys’ Hoops Program Update

(11/13/16)
1.  Please have your parents sign-up for the email blasts on riversiderams.net as that's out main way to get messages out to them.

2.  White long sleeve warm-up is paid for by our fall fundraiser and upcoming fundraisers.  Use code boys$30off when you order it.  All PLAYERS must order the NIKE WHITE LONG SLEEVE WARM-UP.  This needs to be applied in the 'coupon code' window below the product in the cart and then hit the blue 'Apply Coupon’ code.  For anyone who has already paid for that item we will credit them back $30.  If so, please email hairma83@gmail.com for a refund. 

3.  Pictures are on Wednesday at 4 pm – packets went home to parents last week.  Extras are in the Athletic Office.  BLUE UNIFORMS FOR PICTURES please.  Impact testing will follow the pictures with the day ending with the parent meeting, which begins at 7pm in the gym.

4. The online team spirit store closes Friday, November 18 at 9:00 am.

5.  Calendars and schedules are posted on each teams website.  Click your sons team for information for each specific team in our program. 

6.  Thursday Scrimmage is at Jeb Stuart H.S.  They have one gym.  Early dismissal for the bus is at 3:15 pm.  Please have your son pack a snack.   PLAYERS WILL WEAR PRACTICE GEAR FOR THE SCRIMMAGE.  ALL PLAYERS MUST WEAR NICE PANTS, SHIRT & TIE on the bus to the scrimmage.  Jeans are not allowed.  

7.  General Reminders for players:
  a.   Be on time, ready to start & always in practice gear.  b.  Communicate with your coach ahead of time.  d.  Team rules were due on Saturday. 

8.  $150 athletic fee due to the athletic department before the first game.

Boys' Basketball Team Spirit Pack: http://store.loudounpremier.com/

Red sneakers, warm-up suit for road games and white warm-up shirt will be used throughout season on game days.

RIVERSIDE HS BOYS’ & GIRLS’ BASKETBALL 

Updated (11/3/16)

RAMS BOYS’ BASKETBALL TRY-OUT INFORMATION

• All players are to attend the tryouts appropriate for their grade level, unless specifically instructed by Coach Koscinski. Varsity team:

• WEAR AN OLD T-SHIRT (write last name on back please) to EACH DAY OF TRY-OUTS or the BLUE/RED OFFSEASON PRACTICE JERSEY.
• Report to Try-outs at the following times: (BE READY TO START ON TIME)  
  • Monday, November 7th (Teacher Workday)
    • Grades 10-12 at 2:15-4:30 pm (start in Main Gym)
    • Grade 9 - Report at 3:50 pm to the Athletic Hallway to Check-In then go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:10 pm (pick-up at RVHS)
  • Tuesday, November 8th (Teacher Workday)
    • Grades 10-12 at 2:15-4:30 pm (start in Main Gym)
    • Grade 9 - Report at 4 pm in PE Hall to go to Belmont MS Gym until 6:10 pm (pick-up at RVHS)
  • Wednesday, November 9th
    • Fr to Belmont MS Gym at 4-6:10 pm (pick-up at Belmont)
    • Sophomores to Aux at 5 pm (Dismissal around 7 pm)
    • Juniors / Seniors to Aux at 4 pm (Dismissal around 6 pm)

Get Prepared for Try-Outs with the Following Steps

1. Make sure you are in SOLID ACADEMIC STANDING & that ALL SCHOOL ASSIGNMENTS ARE CURRENT!
2. Turn in ALL required paperwork to the athletic office (including physical form) ASAP.  Student-athletes can only be cleared to try-out by the athletic office.   You will NOT be permitted to try-out without it.
3. Fall sport athletes only need to submit a new emergency card.
4. COME TO TRY-OUTS IN SHAPE TO PERFORM.
5. Time commitment is 6 days per week until mid to late February.  Includes many school vacation days. 
   1. No Practice on following days around the Holidays: Wed., 11/23; Thurs., 11/24; Fri., 12/23; Sat., 12/24; Sat., 12/31.
   2. JV and V are in a Holiday Tourney December 28-29
   3. All levels practice December 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and January 2.
   4. All levels: Fri., 12/30 – working a MS Tourney as an RVHS Hoops Fundraiser (tentative)
6. Basketball Skills: Be prepared to be evaluated in the following skill areas:
   1. Dribbling, passing, shooting
   2. Individual and team defensive skills
   3. Individual and team offensive skills
   4. Game situation play
   5. Intangibles make a difference: team player, hustle, desire, positive attitude, work ethic, & PERSEVERANCE
7. Information can be found on Riversiderams.net under Basketball “team news” and also on twitter   

       @RHS_Rams_Hoops

8. Remaining Week 1 Practice Schedule:
   1. Thursday, November 10 – All levels 4-6:15 pm
   2. Friday, November 11 – All levels at 4-7 pm (6:15-7pm is a Program Mtg. in the Press box w/ pizza)
   3. Saturday, November 12 – JV/V at 8-11 am (includes lifting); Fr at 12-2:30 pm (includes lifting)
9. Upon making a team, players are expected to make all practices and prioritize RVHS Basketball over any outside sport or other offseason training program.
10. Try-outs will be limited to the coaching staff and players only. 
11. Players will be released on time for rides home.  RVHS pick-up spot is at the circle behind the school by the outside main gym and athletic doors (near the turf practice field).

Boys Basketball - no conditioning this Tuesday but we will have our final fall workout on Thursday 10/27 at 4-6 pm in the main gym.  Try-out info meeting following the workout at 6 pm in the gym.  

BOYS’ & GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Presents The

Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club

Sponsored by Chick Fil-A (George Washington)

Come join the fun with the Riverside Rams Basketball teams by joining the Jr. Rams Hoopsters  Club!  Members can cheer on the Rams Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams in style with a Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt and participate in some special events with the Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams.  If you are in grades K-7 and want to show your Rams spirit, join today!

Membership is only $30 for the first child!  For families with multiple children, membership is $55 for two children and $75 for families of 3 or more children.  Membership is valid during the current 2016-17 regular winter basketball season.

MEMBER BENEFITS

• Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt & Chick Fil-A Welcome Kit

• A Chick Fil-A catered meal with the Boys’ or Girls’ Basketball team.

• Shoot-A-RAMA in on Saturday, November 17 from 10-11 am at RVHS

(Shooting skills, shooting contests and games with current Rams players)

• Rams Jingle Bell Basketball Clinic on December 17, 2016 at 10-11:30 am

• Join the player tunnel at home games

• Picture with the Riverside Ram mascot

• Advance notice of summer camps & clinics offered by the RVHS Basketball programs

Please note:

1.  Inaugural Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club members maintain their membership for this season as part of last season’s promotion.

2.  Tickets to games are not included in the Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club.

REGISTRATION:

Step 1:  Email CoachKoscinski@gmail.com to obtain the link to the google registration form.

Step 2: Checks can be made out to Riverside High School.  In the memo line, please write "Jr. Rams Club."  Please mail or drop off checks to Mike Koscinski, Newton-Lee Elementary School, 43335 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147.

Step 3: Registration is confirmed when payment is received. 

BOYS’ & GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Presents The

Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club

Sponsored by Chick Fil-A (George Washington)

Come join the fun with the Riverside Rams Basketball teams by joining the Jr. Rams Hoopsters  Club!  Members can cheer on the Rams Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams in style with a Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt and participate in some special events with the Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball teams.  If you are in grades K-7 and want to show your Rams spirit, join today!

Membership is only $30 for the first child!  For families with multiple children, membership is $55 for two children and $75 for families of 3 or more children.  Membership is valid during the current 2016-17 regular winter basketball season.

MEMBER BENEFITS

• Jr. Rams Hoopsters T-shirt & Chick Fil-A Welcome Kit

• A Chick Fil-A catered meal with the Boys’ or Girls’ Basketball team.

• Shoot-A-RAMA in on Saturday, November 17 from 10-11 am at RVHS

(Shooting skills, shooting contests and games with current Rams players)

• Rams Jingle Bell Basketball Clinic on December 17, 2016 at 10-11:30 am

• Join the player tunnel at home games

• Picture with the Riverside Ram mascot

• Advance notice of summer camps & clinics offered by the RVHS Basketball programs

Please note:

1.  Inaugural Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club members maintain their membership for this season as part of last season’s promotion.

2.  Tickets to games are not included in the Jr. Rams Hoopsters Club.

REGISTRATION:

Step 1:  Email CoachKoscinski@gmail.com to obtain the link to the google registration form.

Step 2: Checks can be made out to Riverside High School.  In the memo line, please write "Jr. Rams Club."  Please mail or drop off checks to Mike Koscinski, Newton-Lee Elementary School, 43335 Gloucester Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20147.

Step 3: Registration is confirmed when payment is received. 

Follow us on Twitter: @RHS_Rams_Hoops for all the latest updates for your Riverside Rams Boys' Basketball program.

Help Needed Tonight - Boys Basketball Stadium Clean-Up:

Anyone interested in playing basketball this year.....Need your help after all Home Football games for stadium clean-up.  First clean-up is today!  Please meet at scoreboard after the game!  Friends are welcome to join in!