LIFE of an ATHLETE

Chemical Health Program of the NYSPHSAA, Inc.

What is LIFE of an ATHLETE?

A program that joins athletes, parents and coaches to advocate the non-use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

Who are LIFE of an ATHLETE trainers?

Coaches, athletic administrators and teachers representing every section in the NYSPHSAA, Inc. who have received NYSPHSAA, Inc. approved training to present programs that focus on responding to chemical use problems, preventing further chemical use problems and promoting chemical health for athletes, parents and coaches.

What can LIFE of an ATHLETE trainers do for you?

Offer section-wide workshops for athletes, parents, coaches and administrators.

Conduct on-site mini-clinics.
Facilitate preseason meetings for coaches, parents and athletes.
Develop plans of action.
Speak on a variety of topics.

Sample Topics

Recognize the nature and extent of chemical use among athletes and other students.
Identify the role of athletes, administrators, coaches and parents in responding to chemical use problems.
How to share a concern about chemical use with athletes.
Strategies to prevent chemical use.
Action plans to promote a chemically free lifestyle.
Workshops for student leaders.

For more information on tobacco, alcohol and other drug policies, or for help organizing workshops, please contact:

Mike Schwenk, Co-Coordinator
Half Hollow Hills CS
Dix Hills, NY 11746
631.592.3067

Patti Murphy, Co-Coordinator
Seton Catholic HS
Binghamton, NY 13905
607.723.5307

New York State Public High School Athletic Association
8 Airport Park Boulevard · Latham, NY 12110

Phone: 1.518.690.0771 · Fax: 1.518.690.0775
Contact the NYSPHSAA

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association website strives to maintain current and accurate information
for its member schools and general public. However, since much of the information is provided by third parties,
the NYSPHSAA disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained at this website.

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		LIFE of an ATHLETE Chemical Health Program of the NYSPHSAA, Inc. What is LIFE of an ATHLETE? A program that joins athletes, parents and coaches to advocate the non-use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. Who are LIFE of an ATHLETE trainers? Coaches, athletic administrators and teachers representing every section in the NYSPHSAA, Inc. who have received NYSPHSAA, Inc. approved training to present programs that focus on responding to chemical use problems, preventing further chemical use problems and promoting chemical health for athletes, parents and coaches. What can LIFE of an ATHLETE trainers do for you? Offer section-wide workshops for athletes, parents, coaches and administrators. Conduct on-site mini-clinics. Facilitate preseason meetings for coaches, parents and athletes. Develop plans of action. Speak on a variety of topics. Sample Topics Recognize the nature and extent of chemical use among athletes and other students. Identify the role of athletes, administrators, coaches and parents in responding to chemical use problems. How to share a concern about chemical use with athletes. Strategies to prevent chemical use. Action plans to promote a chemically free lifestyle. Workshops for student leaders. For more information on tobacco, alcohol and other drug policies, or for help organizing workshops, please contact: Mike Schwenk, Co-Coordinator Half Hollow Hills CS Dix Hills, NY 11746 631.592.3067 Patti Murphy, Co-Coordinator Seton Catholic HS Binghamton, NY 13905 607.723.5307
	New York State Public High School Athletic Association 8 Airport Park Boulevard · Latham, NY 12110 Phone: 1.518.690.0771 · Fax: 1.518.690.0775 Contact the NYSPHSAA The New York State Public High School Athletic Association website strives to maintain current and accurate information for its member schools and general public. However, since much of the information is provided by third parties, the NYSPHSAA disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained at this website.