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MSHSL Board of Directors Report
The October BOD meeting saw a lot of action on many
fronts.
The start date for girls Swimming and Diving for
the 2008 season was officially moved one week earlier to avoid having
the second week of the season fall on Labor Day weekend. This adds one
week to the season for one year only with no additional contests.
Action taken during the meeting include:
- Boys and Girls Lacrosse requested additional
players on the roster and it was denied. The addition on one coach
to bring their official roster to 3 coaches was approved. Section
assignments for lacrosse were also approved.
- Four person scorecards for golf were approved
and coaches can now coach on the course during regular season meets
without MSHSL approval. A Pace of Play Policy was also approved for
golf. Sites for state golf are being reviewed and will be approved
at a future meeting.
- Basketball requested and received approval for
a 35 second shot clock to be used during non-conference and regular
season tournaments. Both teams must agree to its use.
- Tournament sites for 2008-20013 were
approved. Xcel will host Volleyball, Wrestling, and Hockey. Target
Center will host Dance and Basketball. The University of Minnesota
will host gymnastics, consolation hockey, and basketball
quarterfinals. Hamline University was approved for Track and Field
for the next five years. The cost for tournament venues in the
metro area are increasing dramatically over the length of the
contract. These costs will need to be addressed.
Other items of interest included the information
gathering regarding fall or summer golf, wrestling weight classes, and
summer coaching waiver.
Coaches and schools are encouraged to put their
rosters and schedules on the MSHSL website as early in the season as
possible. If anyone has not used or seen the materials for Team Up,
visit your AD and take advantage of the great programs available.
We both enjoy representing you and encourage you to
contact us about any issues that may arise. Have a great winter. |
