StudAthHandbook 6-2025

STUDENT-ATHLETE HANDBOOK INTRODUCTION

As a representave of the athlec program and Howard College, you will oen be in the spotlight. With this recognion comes addional responsibilies and obligaons that the ordinary student does not have. Oen the acons and conduct of one student-athlete influences the atude and thoughts of the general public about all of the athletes within the athlec program(s). The general impression you as an individual create on and off the court, field, or arena is important. It can be good or bad and can greatly affect your fellow student-athletes and the enre Athlec Department. Remember, at all mes, you are represenng more than just yourself. You are also represenng Howard College, your teammates, coaches, and your family. This handbook has been prepared so that Howard College student-athletes and their parents can become acquainted with the procedures and general regulaons which have been established by Howard College, the WJCAC, and the NJCAA. The members of the Athlec Department promote the educaon and development of student- athletes through intercollegiate compeon. The department is commied to high standards and the principle that compeve acvies serve as an integral part of educaon.

STUDENT-ATHLETE SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY

PURPOSE: The purpose of the college’s student-athlete substance abuse policy is not to interfere unduly with the private lives of student-athletes. Its primary purpose is to reinforce positive student- athlete physical condition, uphold local and national guidelines regarding substance use, and most importantly, aid the student-athletes directly in maintaining compliance with substance abuse policies. Such assistance is consistent with the specific goals of the program which are to: 1. Provide educational counseling concerning the effect of substance abuse on athletic activities and physical health; 2. Deter substance abuse by student-athletes; 3. Identify, in a confidential way, any student-athlete who may be abusing a specific drug; 4. Counsel any student-athlete found to be using banned substances regarding their use and the affect it will have on their team/teammates 5. Encourage the proper treatment of any chronic chemical dependency; 6. Provide reasonable safeguards that every student-athlete is medically fit to engage in intercollegiate athletic competition; and 7. Encourage discussion at all appropriate levels about usage of controlled substances.

ATHLETES ARE FREE TO REFUSE TO CONSENT TO DRUG TESTING UNDER THIS POLICY. HOWEVER, ATHLETES WHO DECLINE PARTICIPATION IN THE DRUG TESTING PROCESS, WHICH IS DESIGNED

Modified June 2025

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