Start by finding the reason
An athlete might be out because a school requirement is missing, or have limits set by an athletic trainer. Both can apply at the same time. Before following up, find out which situation you are dealing with.
A missing requirement belongs with school staff
In our fictional example, Riley is missing a required sports physical. The office follows up, checks the paperwork, and records when the requirement is complete. Until then, Riley is out of active participation, including tryouts and practice.
A restriction belongs with the trainer
Jordan has no missing school requirements, but the athletic trainer has recorded no running and no jumping. The coach reads the trainer’s instructions before practice. The trainer changes those instructions when appropriate.
Keep the decisions separate
If one athlete has both a missing requirement and a restriction, completing the paperwork does not remove the restriction. School staff and the trainer each handle their own part.
How SidelineWorks helps
Coaches can see the participation information and instructions they need. School staff can see the requirement checklist; with SidelineWorks-Complete, families can see what their child needs and who to contact.