It’s hard to believe that in less than a month fall sports will be underway! For the past few years, we have dealt with lots of construction, but thank goodness that will not be a factor this year, as we begin to return to “normal”. In the technology world, changes have been made that will hopefully make things more convenient for all of you.
FamilyID - Online Registration Platform
We are excited to announce that we are now offering the convenience of online registration through FamilyID, a secure registration platform that provides you with an easy, user-friendly way to complete forms and helps us to be more administratively efficient and environmentally responsible. When you register through FamilyID, the system keeps track of your information in your FamilyID profile. You enter your information only once for each family member for multiple uses and multiple programs.
The registration process is as follows:
- A parent/guardian should register by clicking on the following: https://www.familyid.com/cambridge-athletics.
- Select the registration form under the word Programs. Note: This will only be open within 30 days of the start of the season.
- Click on the green Register Now button and scroll, if necessary, to the Create Account/Log In green buttons. If this is your first time using FamilyID, click Create Account. If you already have a FamilyID account, Click Log In.
- Create your secure FamilyID account by entering the account owner First and Last names (parent/guardian), email address and password.
- Select I Agree to the FamilyID Terms of Service.
- Click Create Account. You will receive an email with a link to activate your new account. If you don’t see the email, check your email filters (spam, junk, etc.). Clicking on the link in your activation email, will log you in to your account.
- Once in the registration form, complete the information requested. All fields with a red* are required to have an answer. Click the Continue button when your form is complete. Be sure to review your registration summary. Click the green Submit button. After selecting ‘Submit’, the registration will be complete. You will receive a completion email from FamilyID confirming your registration. There is no charge to complete this process!
At any time, you may login at www.familyid.com to update your information and to check your registration(s). To view a completed registration, select the 'Registration' tab on the blue bar.
For assistance and support with registration, contact FamilyID at support@familyid.com or 888-800-5583 x1. Support is available 7 days per week and messages will be returned promptly.
Athletic Schedules
All 2018-19 schedules are now available on the CCS website. Please keep in mind that changes will be made as the year goes on, but you can sign up to receive notifications of these changes by clicking the Notify Me! button. Users can register to receive notifications of any changes made to the schedules that you choose. There is also an app (search 'Activity Scheduler' in your app store) that can be downloaded to your mobile phone.
State Regulations
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) along with the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) requires that every athlete have the following in place before they are allowed to practice:
- A completed Health History for Athletics Form signed by a parent/guardian within 30 days of the start of the season (online using your FamilyID account)
- Proof of a physical examination within the last year on file in the Nurse’s Office. If not already on file, and your child had an examination with their personal physician, please make sure we get a copy. This may also be downloaded into FamilyID, or our school physician, Dr. Baker-Porazinski, will be available in the Nurse’s Office to administer physical examinations for all fall athletes on three days in August at no charge. The Health History for Athletics Form must be completed in order for the athlete to be seen by the doctor. A specific schedule of dates and times is included. If you have more than one athlete in your family, please feel free to bring them in at the same time, or if you have a conflict, please let us know which day you can make it by calling or sending an email. Please note that after August 15, the doctor will not be available until school is in session. Waiting until then may result in not being able to play in the first contest!
Season Start Dates
Monday, August 13 is the first day of practice for all JV & varsity sports. Modified sports may begin on Monday, August 20. Specific team information is included. If your team is not listed below, coaches will be contacting you and/or your child about practice times.
Merged Teams
We have three sports that are merged with Salem for the fall. Cambridge will host football and golf. Salem will host field hockey.
Field Hockey
There will be an informational meeting and clinic for all field hockey players and parents from Cambridge on Monday, July 23 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at CCS (outside if weather permits).
Football
The coaches are offering a mini-camp for grades 7-12 from 6 - 8 p.m. on August 1-3 at CCS. Please plan to attend and meet the staff and players.
Golf
Any interested golfers are encouraged to contact Deb Lauver.
Soccer League
Hoosick Falls is hosting a summer soccer league at their complex on Monday and Wednesday nights in July for girls and Tuesday and Thursday nights for boys. Contact Deb Lauver for more information or if you are interested in playing.
Weight Room
The weight room is open from 7:30 - 9 a.m. Monday - Thursday and 6 - 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday until practice starts.
Booster Club
Thanks to the Booster Club and the handful of dedicated members who continue to do a tremendous job raising funds to help support our athletic programs! Their main source of revenue comes as a result of the great concession stands they run. As they gear up for the fall, they will call on you to help man the booth. If every parent could lend a hand, it would help tremendously. Please contact President, Chris Crucetti at (518) 860-6001 or chris.crucetti9@gmail.com for more information or to sign up.
Contact Us
Included is important information about physical examinations and practice dates. Please don’t hesitate to contact me by phone or email if you have questions.
Deb Lauver
Athletic Director
(518) 677-8527 ext. 1412
deborah.lauver@cambridgecsd.org
Practice Start Dates and Times
Sport |
Date |
Time |
JV & Varsity Football |
Monday, August 13 |
8 a.m. - Noon |
JV & Varsity Girls’ Soccer |
Monday, August 13 |
8 - 11 a.m. |
JV & Varsity Boys’ Soccer |
Monday, August 13 |
6:30 - 8 a.m. |
JV & Varsity Girls’ Volleyball |
Monday, August 13 |
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
JV & Varsity Field Hockey (in Salem) |
Monday, August 13 |
8 - 11 a.m. |
Varsity Golf (at the CCS Bus Garage) |
Monday, August 13 |
1 p.m. |
Modified Football |
Monday, August 20 |
9 - 11 a.m. |
Modified Golf (at the CCS Bus Garage) |
Monday, August 20 |
6 - 7:30 p.m. |
Modified Girls’ Soccer |
Monday, August 27 |
8 - 11 a.m. |
Modified Volleyball |
TBA |
TBA |
Modified Boys’ Soccer |
TBA |
TBA |
Modified Field Hockey |
TBA |
TBA |
Physical Examination Schedule
Monday, August 6
8:30 a.m.: 9th & 10th Grade Football Players
9:15 a.m.: 11th & 12th Grade Football Players
9:45 a.m.: 9th & 10th Grade Girls’ Soccer Players
10:15 a.m.: 11th & 12th Grade Girls’ Soccer Players
10:45 a.m.: 9th & 10th Grade Boys’ Soccer Players
Lunch: Noon - 1 p.m.
1 p.m.: 11th & 12th Grade Boys’ Soccer Players
1:30 p.m.: 9th -12th Grade Volleyball Players
2:15 p.m.: 7th-12th Grade Golfers and Field Hockey Players
Monday, August 13
7:30 a.m.: OPEN FOR ALL ATHLETES
10 a.m.: 7th & 8th Grade Football Players
11 a.m.: 7th and 8th Grade Boys’ Soccer Players
Lunch: Noon - 1 p.m.
1 p.m.: 7th & 8th Grade Girls’ Volleyball Players
2 p.m.: 7th & 8th Grade Girls’ Soccer Players
Wednesday, August 15
9 - 11 a.m.: OPEN FOR ALL ATHLETES
Remember to complete the Health History for Athletics Form on FamilyID before coming in for a physical!