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9) Athletics: 1.0 CYM Sports

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1.1 Name

  • 1.1-1 The official name for youth sports and athletics programming in the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington shall be known as CYM Sports.
    • 1.1-1.1 Alternative names approved for use includes: CYM Sports Program, CYM Sports Programming, CYM Athletics, CYM Athletics Program & Catholic Diocese of Wilmington (CDOW) Sports.
    • 1.1-1.2 In rare cases such as tournament submissions or national alignment with other Catholic Youth Organizations & ministries, CYO Wilmington may be used, but remains exclusive to these instances only.

1.2 Organization

  • 1.2-1 The appointed official that represents CYM Sports shall be titled the CYM Sports Coordinator.
    • 1.2-1.1 Alternative names such as CYM Commissioner, CYM Sports Director, Director of Youth Sports, & Diocesan CYM Sports Coordinator may be used, based on their official assignment made by the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.
    • 1.2-1.2 The CYM Sports Coordinator is employed by the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.
    • 1.2-1.3 The CYM Sports Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all CYM activities involving athletics’ and ensures compliance with the Diocesan Safe Environments standards.
    • 1.2-1.4 The primary functions of the CYM Sports Coordinator includes:
      • Acting as liaison to leader(s) of a CYM parish/school-based program;
      • Serve as sports-minded professional for CDOW/CYM;
      • Governs any and all disciplinary issues regarding athletic organization and administration;
      • Appoints members to the Diocesan-specific sports committee(s);
      • Provides support for cooperation between all affiliated associations;
      • Updates to athletics’ handbook;
      • Contracts, retains, and oversees individual sports-specific coordinators;
      • Manages finances for all athletic programming;
      • Serves as the official rules interpreter for the program;
      • Establishes rules and policies pertaining to individual sports and the overall program.
  • 1.2-2 The appointed official that oversees the CYM Sports Coordinator shall be the Director for Catholic Youth, young Adult, and Family Ministry.
  • 1.2-3 The appointed official that represents supportive tasks in-office for CYM Sports shall be titled the CYM Office Coordinator.
    • 1.2-3.1 Alternative names such as Administrative Assistant, Programs and Logistics Coordinator, or CYM Sports Assistant may be used, based on their assignment made by the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.
  • 1.2-4 All appointed or designated officials that represent sport’s leadership in CYM shall be titled CYM “sport-specific” Coordinator, or affiliated CYM Coordinator.
    • 1.2-4.1 The current designated CYM sport-specific Coordinators are: CYM Boys’ Basketball Coordinator, CYM Girls’ Basketball Coordinator, CYM Football Coordinator, CYM Soccer Coordinator, CYM Cross-Country Coordinator, CYM Baseball Coordinator, CYM Softball Coordinator, CYM Track & Field Coordinator and CYM Volleyball Coordinator.
    • 1.2-4.2 The CYM sports-specific Coordinator(s) is a stipend, part-time position through the CYM Office.
    • 1.2-4.3 The CYM sports-specific Coordinator(s) is responsible for assisting in the administrative organization of league and execution of programming.
    • 1.2-4.4 The primary functions of the CYM sports-specific Coordinator(s) includes:
      • Prepare agenda and attend sports-specific pre & post season meetings when applicable;
      • Coordinate with game officials for assignment of officials, referees and/or umpires;
      • Review prepared game schedules for season;
      • Attend Championships and present Championship trophies;
      • Work with sports-specific ambassadors for the exchanging of rule recommendations to the office;
      • Review sports handbooks for accuracy and recommend revisions.
  • 1.2-5 The name of the office for the organization of athletics is collectively known as The Office for CYM Sports or CYM Sports Office.
    • 1.2-5.1 The CYM Sports Office falls as a branch of the Office for Catholic Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry.
    • 1.2-5.2 The Office for Catholic Youth, Young Adult, and Family Ministry falls as a branch of the Catholic Schools Office.
  • 1.2-6 The members of the CYM Sports Organization, including all office personnel, coordinators, committee members, and designated-representatives of the CYM Sports Office, that represent leadership positions, are collectively known as Diocesan CYM Sports Leadership.

1.3 Purpose & Philosophy

  • 1.3-1 The Office for Catholic Youth Ministry’s Sports Program is an important component of the comprehensive approach to youth ministry in the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.
  • 1.3-2 CYM Athletic programs promote Christian attitudes while encouraging healthy physical activity.
  • 1.3-3 CYM Athletic programs follow core pillars that govern our athletic organization, and all are held to these fundamental values:
    • Cooperation
    • Respect
    • Sportsmanship
    • Responsibility
    • Leadership
    • Maturity
    • Competitiveness
    • Fairness
    • Courtesy
    • Self Control

1.4 Mission

  • 1.4-1 The Office for Catholic Youth Ministry empowers parishes, schools, and ministries within the Diocese of Wilmington to serve the Church by equipping and accompanying young people and the adults who walk with them to have authentic encounters with Jesus Christ and become true missionary disciples of the Gospel in the world. – We accomplish this mission by hosting dynamic spiritual events, facilitating leadership and formation opportunities for young people and adults, and promoting Christian values through the CYM Sports program.

1.5 Vision

  • 1.5-0 UNDER REVIEW.

1.6 Athletic Advisory Committee

  • 1.6-1 The committee that represents the CYM Sports Office and the Diocese of Wilmington for sports-related governing shall be known as the Athletic Advisory Committee.
  • 1.6-2 The Athletic Advisory Committee, or “AAC” is the official committee and/or board that supports the efforts of the Office for Catholic Youth Ministry in the Diocese of Wilmington. (2022.08.05)
    • 1.6-2.1 The Athletic Advisory Committee is appointed by the CYM Sports Coordinator. (2022.08.05)
    • 1.6-2.2 The Athletic Advisory Committee shall consist of a minimum of 12 members. (2002.02.16)
    • 1.6-2.3 The Athletic Advisory Committee assists with maintaining quality athletic programs while fostering Christian attitudes. (2022.08.05)
    • 1.6-2.4 The Athletic Advisory Committee’s primary goal is to provide guidance to the CYM Sports Coordinator on all issues, rules and decisions in the athletic realm. (2022.08.05)
    • 1.6-2.5 The Athletic Advisory Committee assists with reviewing and helping formulate new updates to the current athletic policies as outlined in the Athletic Handbook, while promoting wholesome, competitive sports programs. (2022.08.05)
  • 1.6-3 Members of the Athletic Advisory Committee represent many segments of the community and various athletic programs, including but not limited to: present and past coaches, present and past administrator, present and past diocesan employees, state agency representatives and professionals in various disciplines.
    • 1.6-3.1 Members function to ensure compliance with rules within the context of the basic philosophy of CYM, and to respond to member parishes/schools and their needs. (2022.08.05)
    • 1.6-3.2 All appointed members are to sign conflict-of-interest forms and conduct themselves with impartiality and unbiasedness at all times.
    • 1.6-3.3 The CYM Sports Coordinator, Directory of Catholic Youth, Young Adult & Family Ministry, & Superintendent of Catholic Education are ex-officio members of this committee. (2002.02.16)
  • 1.6-4 The committee shall remain anonymous to the public, and not be disclosed to athletic association representatives.