Meadows Valley 2010-11 Mountaineer Boys Basketball
Extracurricular activities such as
basketball are not a diversion but rather an extension of a good educational program. Meadows Valley students who participate
in activity programs tend to have higher grade-point averages, better attendance records, and fewer discipline problems than
students generally. Meadows Valley basketball programs provide valuable lessons for practical situations -
teamwork, sportsmanship, winning and losing, and hard work.
While involved in Meadows Valley football,
students learn self-discipline, build self confidence, and develop skills to handle competitive situations – the very
same qualities observed in responsible adults and productive citizens.
The
coaches and players invite you to come to the games and cheer them on as they represent the Meadows Valley Mountaineers on
the basketball court this season!
Attention Fall/Winter 2010-11
High School Basketball Student Athletes... All student athletes planning on participating in Basketball must have the following paperwork
turned in to the school office prior to the first practice.Junior High and High School
students must show proof of insurance by providing a copy of their insurance card or purchasing school insurance through the
office.
Students in grades 6th, 9th, and 11th must have a physical and students in grades 7th,
8th, 10th, and 12th must fill out the Interim Questionnaire. In addition, all fees must be paid prior to the first day of
practice.Fees for Junior High are, $20 per sport (not more than $40), and for High School they are, $30
per sport (not more than $60).
Idaho High School Activities Association Requirement
It is required that all students complete a History and Physical examiniation prior to his/her
first practice in the interscholastic athletic program in the State of Idaho. The exam is at the expense of the student
and may not be taken prior to May 1st of the 8th and 10th grade years. This examination is to be done by a licensed physician,
physician's assistant, or nurse practitioner under optimal conditions. Interim history forms are required during
the 10th and 12th grade years and must be submitted to the Meadows Valley School office and put on file prior to the first
practice.
Meet Coach Dick Yoakum. Coach Yoakum was born and raised in New Meadows. His father and grandfather were both
raised in New Meadows too. He played football, basketball, track, and baseball for Meadows Valley, graduating in 1965. His
favorite sport growing up was basketball. After graduation he went to work in the Timber industry, working for J.I. Morgan
of over 30 years. He also worked in construction and did excavation work at Tamarack as well. In the 1980’s Coach Yoakum
coached the junior varsity boy’s basketball team and assisted with the varsity team with Mike Howard, who was the Meadows
valley principal at that time. Under their leadership, the boys won the district championship in 1985 and 1986. Coach Yoakum came out of retirement two years ago to coach
the Meadows Valley varsity boy’s basketball team. During the 2009-10 season the Junior Varsity boys won first place
in the Long Pin tournament. The varsity team came close to going to state. He believes that the boys he is coaching this year
have the potential to go all the way to state. He is hoping that focusing on the fundamentals last season will pay off and
the boys will be ready to run the ball down the court and score, playing fast paced basketball games and winning as a result.
He invites parents to come to watch practices and games, to provide input, and to get involved. He expressed his desire to
help the boys not only on the basketball court but off as well with their academic studies and with whatever life throws at
them. Coach Yoakum is a hero and it is a privilege for our Meadows Valley basketball team to have such an outstanding man
as their coach. Go Mountaineers!
