Nutrition Center – Welcome

01/15/202506/08/2023 by aknapp

NUTRITION CENTER

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Good nutrition is essential for optimal athletic performance. This Sports Nutrition Manual for High School Athletes covers a variety of valuable information and tips coaches can use to help athletes get the most out of their effort, including prefueling, refueling, and the importance of managing macro and micronutrients.

REFUEL WITH CHOCOLATE MILK

RECHARGE
The perfect 3:1 carbs to protein ratio replenishes energy stores and restores tired muscles. Glycogen stores give you the energy to work hard next time.

REBUILD
Essential amino acids and protein build muscle back. Whey and casein protein repair muscles after repetitive exercise.

REHYDRATE
Natural electrolytes and water help you recover what’s lost in sweat. Calcium, magnesium, and potassium help prevent cramping.

WHY EAT AFTER EXERCISE?

Fueling after exercise:

Replenishes depleted glycogen (aka energy) stores.
Improves recovery.
Refuels for your next workout.

WHEN SHOULD I EAT?

Consume a snack immediately after exercise, and then a meal around 2 hours later.

WHAT SHOULD I EAT?

Post-exercise snack/meal should contain these three components:

Carbs to replenish glycogen stores.
Protein to stimulate muscle growth and recovery.
Fluids to rehydrate.

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Health & Wellness – Welcome

03/03/202506/08/2023 by aknapp

HEALTH & WELLNESS

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES

POLICIES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF CONCUSSION AND HEAD INJURY IN YOUTH SPORTS:

An act relating to requiring the adoption of policies for the management of concussion and head injury in youth sports; amending RCW 4.24.660 and adding a new section to chapter 28A.600 RCW.

Each school district’s board of directors shall work in concert with the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) to develop the guidelines and other pertinent information and forms to inform and educate coaches, youth athletes, and their parent(s)/guardian(s) of the nature and risk of concussion and head injury including continuing to play after concussion or head injury. On a yearly basis, a concussion and head injury information sheet shall be signed and returned by the youth athlete and the athlete’s parent and/or guardian prior to the youth athlete’s initiating practice or competition.

A youth athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or head injury in a practice or game shall be removed from competition at that time. A youth athlete who has been removed from play may not return to play until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed health care provider trained in the evaluation and management of concussion and receives written clearance to return to play from that health care provider.

CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT RESOURCES

CONCUSSION TRAINING VIDEO

This video was made possible by Harborview Medical Center and The University of Washington.

sideline assessment for suspected concussion

CONCUSSION PROTOCOL

COACH EXPECTATIONS

PARENT/GUARDIAN EXPECTATIONS

ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS

MEMBER SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS

LICENSED HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

sudden cardiac ARREST requirement (sb 5083)

PRCW 28A.600: The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) shall work with member schools’ board of directors, a nonprofit organization that educates communities about sudden cardiac arrest in youth athletes, and the University of Washington medicine center for sports cardiology to develop and make available an online pamphlet that provides youth athletes, their parents or guardians, and coaches with information about sudden cardiac arrest. The online pamphlet must include information on the nature, risk, symptoms and warning signs, prevention, and treatment of sudden cardiac arrest. The online pamphlet shall be posted on the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction’s website. The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) shall work with member schools’ board of directors, an organization that provides educational training for safe participation in athletic activity, and the University of Washington medicine center for sports cardiology to make available an existing online sudden cardiac arrest prevention program for coaches. On a yearly basis, prior to participating in an interscholastic athletic activity a sudden cardiac arrest form stating that the online pamphlet was reviewed shall be signed by the youth athlete and the athlete’s parents and/or guardian and returned to the school. Every three years, prior to coaching an interscholastic athletic activity coaches shall complete the online sudden cardiac arrest prevention program described in this section. Coaches shall provide a certificate showing completion of the online sudden cardiac arrest prevention program to the school.

SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST RESOURCES

recognition and management of sudden cardiac arrest in athletes

heat index calculator

HEAT INDEX POLICY

When the Heat Index meets or exceeds 70°F it is recommended that all schools provide at any practice or event, a method for rapidly cooling athletes experiencing heat illness. Approved methods include ice water immersion or tarp assisted cooling with oscillation (TACO). Schools shall monitor the heat index for their geographic area prior to practices. Outlined below are the steps that each member school shall take in order to implement this policy.

NOTE: This policy applies to all WIAA sanctioned sports and activities in all seasons. Indoor activities where air conditioning is available are not bound by this policy.

DESIGNATE: Schools shall designate someone who will take the necessary steps to determine and record the heat index for your geographic area within one hour of the start of each team’s practice and events. This is only necessary on days when the forecasted heat index is 85°F or higher. Depending on practice and event schedules, it is possible that the designated person will have to record the Heat Index multiple times on the same day.
CALCULATE: Within one hour of each team’s practice on days when the forecasted heat index is 85°F or higher, the designated person shall utilize the WIAA Heat Index Calculator to determine the actual heat index.
RECORD: If the actual heat index is 85°F or higher, the designated person shall record it using the WIAA Heat Index Record or by printing out a copy to be kept at the school for inspection at the request of the WIAA. A separate record shall be kept for each sport at each level. Practice modification, as necessary, shall also be recorded. If the actual heat index is less than 85°F, no action is needed.
ACT: If the actual heat index is 95°F or higher, activity should be altered and/or eliminated using the following guidelines:

HEAT INDEX ≥ 105°F: DANGER

WIAA Recommendation: Stop all outside activity in practice and/or play and stop all inside activity if air conditioning is unavailable.

HEAT INDEX ≥ 100°F AND < 105°F: WARNING

HEAT INDEX ≥ 95°F AND < 100°F: CAUTION

HEAT INDEX ≥ 80°F AND < 95°F: NOTICE

HEAT INDEX < 80°F: SAFE FOR MOST PARTICIPANTS

CALCULATION DETAILS

WHAT IS A HEAT INDEX?

A heat index is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity in an attempt to determine the human-perceived equivalent temperature; “how hot it feels.” The result is also known as the “felt air temperature” or “apparent temperature.” For example, when the temperature is 90°F with very high humidity, the heat index can be about 106°F.

The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, or sweating. Heat is removed from the body by evaporation of that sweat. However, relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate because the higher vapor content of the surrounding air does not allow the maximum amount of evaporation from the body to occur.

Temperature Table

Higher humidity results in a lower rate of heat removal from the body, hence the sensation of being overheated. This effect is subjective; however, studies have been performed to normalize heat index representation (ksi.uconn.edu).

The table above is a listing of the calculated heat index values which match the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s table. The colors correspond to WIAA’s categorization (NOTICE, CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER).

Looking at the table, it is important to note that any temperature above 86°F will “feel” at least 86°F. Virtually every heat index will be at least the current temperature, if not hotter.

GETTING WEATHER DATA

CALCULATING A HEAT INDEX

WHY DO OTHER WEBSITES HAVE DIFFERENT NUMBERS?

PRACTICE MODEL

WIAA Handbook: Executive Board Policies (Revised 2020)

Schools and students are required to adhere to the following practice model:

Insert cooling tub requirements within specific sports sections or in a general area:
- When the Heat Index meets or exceeds 70°F it is recommended that all schools provide at any practice or event, a method for rapidly cooling athletes experiencing heat illness. Approved methods include ice water immersion or tarp assisted cooling with oscillation (TACO).

If you move practices inside the same restrictions apply unless the indoor facility is climate controlled. Must apply to all sports.

PRE-CONTEST TIMEOUT

A ‘Pre-Contest Timeout’ is designed to prepare officials, coaches, site administrators, athletic trainers, emergency medical services, team physicians and anyone designated as responsible for the safety and medical well-being of athletes or spectators on game day to be aware, prepared and educated.

PRINTING YOUR PRE-CONTEST TIMEOUT CARD: Print two sided (on both sides) with a flip on the long edge. The current formatting aligns so the card is double sided and easy to cut out for distribution. Cards should be venue-specific, laminated, and provided to the appropriate coaches and school personnel.

WHAT IS INCLUDED ON THE PRE-CONTEST TIMEOUT CARD (FRONT)

Participants: The official(s) and home/away coach should meet prior to the contest start to review the checklist questions in the event of an emergency or contest interruption. If present, the athletic director (AD), athletic trainer (ATC), team physician, EMS, and site supervisor should be included in the pregame medical timeout.

Checklist Questions: Review these questions with the participants of the pre-contest timeout prior to each contest to ensure that all parties are on the same page.

Is an athletic trainer onsite? If not, who is the lead responder for an emergency?
Where is the closest AED and who will retrieve it?
Is other emergency equipment available? (Spine board, splints, first aid kit)
Are there environmental concerns? (Heat index, lightning)
Emergency communication? (Hand signals, radio, cell)
Who will call 911 and meet arriving EMS? (Location and access)
Cover contest interruption policy and who officials will communicate with

WHAT IS INCLUDED ON THE PRE-CONTEST TIMEOUT CARD (BACK)

Financial Education Center – Welcome

03/13/202506/08/2023 by aknapp

FINANCIAL EDUCATION CENTER

Gesa Credit Union offers financial education with access to a broad range of value and cost-effective financial product and services. Organizing your finances can be challenging, especially if you are just starting out. Gesa gives you the tools and materials right at your fingertips, so you can be successful. Let us be your guide to your financial journey.

MARCH 2025

START SIMPLE

Learning the best way to save money can be a little scary sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be, especially when starting your financial journey. Whether you are already making money from a job, mowing lawns, or getting an allowance you can always save a little bit of money.

A simple way to start saving is to round up your purchases. For example, if you buy a bag of chips for $3.27 put the leftover 73¢ into your savings account. If you get lunch and pay $16.56 you could even put the $3.44 into your savings account to round it up to $20. Next thing you know it adds up to $50, then $100 then $150. This is a simple way to know how much money you spend and begin building your savings account!

Happy saving!

YOUR FINANCIAL JOURNEY STARTS HERE!

Let’s talk about banking basics. It is not a good idea to hide your money under a mattress, as it can be very risky. At some point you will need to secure your money either with a Bank or Credit Union. Both Banks and Credit Unions offer insurance coverage over your money, creating a safe and profitable way to take your first step in your financial journey. But make sure you do your research to find the financial institution that offers the right products and services for you.

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Addressing Discriminatory Behavior – Welcome

10/24/202306/08/2023 by aknapp

ADDRESSING DISCRIMINATORY BEHAVIOR

In order to uphold core principles stated within its Handbook, the WIAA may sanction schools that fail to protect those involved in interscholastic activities from derogatory or inappropriate behavior deemed harmful to physical or mental well-being.

If you see, hear or witness derogatory or inappropriate behavior while at a WIAA member school event, please report it immediately with the below form. Examples of harmful behavior to be reported include:

Derogatory cheers, chants or slurs directed at teams or individual participants (explicit, implied or perceived)
Hateful comments of any nature as it may relate to:
- Race/Ethnicity
- Gender Identity/Expression
- Disability
- Religion
- Age
On court/field interactions between a coach, official, participant, crowd that are derogatory in nature

NOTE: The WIAA is not an appropriate organization with whom to report instances of physical or sexual abuse toward a student. Mandatory reporters or patrons with direct knowledge of physical or sexual abuse should report to law enforcement or Child Protective Services immediately – 1-866-ENDHARM (1-866-363-4276).

The following complaints, regarded as employee or student discipline matters or complaints that are outside the scope of the WIAA, will be returned to the complainant via the contact address provided:

Playing time/position
Satisfaction of coach
Academic eligibility
Drug/alcohol use

The WIAA is not empowered to change an educator’s or coach’s employment status, nor may it force an employing school district to take certain disciplinary actions against a student, staff member, or public visitor.

Anonymous complaints will not be considered by the WIAA. Complainants must include their name and contact information to assist in the prompt investigation of concerns. If you wish to remain anonymous, please speak with a school official about alternative options for reporting to the WIAA.

Upon a ruling by the Executive Director or by the Executive Board, the member school of the accused party may be subject to probation, mandatory appearance before the Executive Board, a required plan of action, forfeitures, fines, a lack of institutional control penalties, suspension of membership, or expulsion from the Association. A determination that no penalties are necessary when an incident has been handled appropriately and in a timely fashion by the school and/or district of the accused party may also occur.

RESOURCES

COMPLAINT FORM TIMELINE

The complainant creates and completes each section of the Complaint Form.
Once submitted, the WIAA is notified of the complaint.
The WIAA notifies all parties/individuals included on the Complaint Form.
A confirmation is sent to the complainant within 48 hours, acknowledging receipt.
Those involved with the accused party make every effort to complete the investigation process within 30 days; however, should the investigation require more time, a 30-day status update shall be provided.
The WIAA notifies the complainant of the results of the investigation process and steps taken to address the incident.

If you have other questions regarding the WIAA’s policy on bias reporting beyond the scope of the complaint form, please contact the WIAA OFFICE

NOTE: A district’s WIAA investigation does not substitute for a district’s continuing obligations to investigate and take prompt and effective steps, as soon as it knows or should have known about discriminatory harassment (including sexual harassment), to (1) stop the harassment (2) eliminate the hostile environment (3) prevent harassment from recurring and (4) remedy the effects of the harassment. WAC 392-190-0555.

RPI Rankings – Welcome

10/22/202405/20/2023 by markmartin

It is the responsibility of WIAA member schools to manage their schedules and scores using Arbiter. For questions regarding the accuracy of information of a particular school, please contact that school’s Athletic Director.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RPI?
RPI, Rating Percentage Index, is a statistical system used to comparatively rank teams.

What is the purpose of the RPI?
The RPI will be one tool utilized by the seeding committees to determine first round bracket pairings into the State Tournaments.

What is the RPI formula?
The formula used is as follows: RPI = (40% x WP) + (40% x OWP) + (20% x OOWP)

WP (Winning Percentage): Divide the number of wins by the number of total games played for your team.
OWP (Opponents’ Winning Percentage): Average of the winning percentage of a team’s opponents (Note: this is not calculated via the combined record of the opponents, but rather by averaging the winning percentage of the opponents).
OOWP (Opponents’ Opponents’ Winning Percentage): Same process as OWP except the calculation is with the opponents of the team’s opponent. Note: Out-of-state games are excluded.

Why use the RPI vs what has been used previously?
The RPI system will be an accurate reflection of all regular and postseason games. Teams will be seeded into the state brackets based on their final ranking as determined by the seeding committees versus previous criteria that was based on how teams finished in the District qualifying tournaments.

Will the RPI be the main factor in determining rankings?
The RPI will be only one of the factors used to rank teams. In addition to the RPI, each seeding committee may consider any or all of the following when ranking the teams:

Win-loss records (including contests that end in a tie)
Contests played against teams in a different classification
Contests played against out-of-state teams
Invitational tournaments
Injury or illness to key players during the season
League standings
Finish in district qualifying event
Head to head results
Ranking in other mediums
Feedback from knowledgeable sources

Should scores from the jamboree be reported?
No, only scores from full games should be reported.

What if a game/match goes into overtime?
Overtime periods are considered to be an extension of the final period.

If a soccer match ends in a tie, how will it be calculated in the RPI?
All matches that end in a tie will default to a .5 win.

How do we report scores from a volleyball invitational tournament?
Since there is no consistent structure/format for volleyball invitational tournaments, they will not be included in the RPI.

Will postseason games be taken into consideration?
Yes, all games played through the District qualifying tournaments will be included.

What is important to make RPI successful?
Score reporting is essential for an accurate RPI. Schedules and scores will be managed through Arbiter. The WIAA will publish the RPI in the WIAA Live mobile app and on the WIAA website.

Where should scores be reported?
Officials will report the scores into Arbiter following the contest. Since the RPI will be based on the scores reported, it is recommended that schools verify scores.

What is the impact of cross-classification games?
The formula does not take into account classifications. A team will not be penalized for playing a team in a lower classification nor rewarded for playing against a team in a higher classification (see how the formula is calculated above).

Does the score differential matter in the RPI?
The RPI is based on a win loss formula. Score differential will have no bearing on the RPI.

What if teams have a different number of contests?
The RPI formula works off the averages of three components: winning percentage, opponents’ winning percentage and opponents’ opponents’ winning percentage, so an imbalance of one or two contests between teams will have virtually no impact on the ranking system.

What if a full contest is not possible due to inclement weather?
The specific sport NFHS rule books define a contest, which is what will be used to determine if a contest is considered to be complete.

What is the difference between a cancelled game and a forfeited game?
A cancelled game will not be included in the RPI. In a forfeited game, one team is declared a winner and the other team is declared a loser, so it will be included in both team’s RPI.

Are the WIAA Foundation games included in the RPI?
Yes.

Is a team’s RPI based on the opponent’s record at the time the game is played or is the RPI based on the final regular season record of their opponents?
The final RPI calculations used for seeding purposes will be based on the final records of all teams.

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