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Fact Sheet

St. Clement Athletic Program

-Fact Sheet-

Charter

  • To provide a fun, instructive and positive environment where children can learn sportsmanship and the fundamentals of a sport(s) along with other life skills that is consistent with the teachings of the St. Clement Roman Catholic community.
  • To give as many students the opportunities to both learn and participate in a variety of sporting experiences that complement their classroom learning – maximum participation is encouraged.
  • No child will be excluded from participating on any team due to the inability to pay the required fee.
  • Promote Sportsmanship

Who We Serve – St. Clement Community

  • Parish with over 2800 Families
  • CCD Program

Program Structure

  • Governed by St. Clement Athletic Committee – all volunteer
  • Mix of Team/Individual Sports – Coed
  • 14 Teams – Grade 3 through High School with over 150 participants
  • Over 30 volunteer Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Team Assistants

Grade Level Direction

  • Grade 3-4 – exposure to a sport’s rules and skill development with an opportunity for significant participation
  • Grade 5-6 – increase skill development, with increase emphasis on real game strategies and tactics
  • Grade 7-8 – very competitive with preparation for scholastic sports environment
  • Grade 9 -12 – High School students (Non High School Basketball Player)

Program Situation

  • Majority of income is from fund raising.
  • Fees cover basic program – league registration fees only
  • Fund Raiser – covers uniforms, facility rentals, coaching preparation/background checks

Program Needs

  • Facility Rentals – gym
  • Team uniforms, equipment
  • Coaches preparation/training –Rutgers Safety clinic fees, First Aid classes (CPR, AED)

Other

  • The St. Clement Athletic Committee is a non-profit organization.