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WHO WE ARE
Who is Crown Athletics?
Crown Athletics is an applied for not-for-profit organization established
in 2005 for the benefit of home educated students who are interested
in participating in competitive sports programs.
Who manages Crown Athletics?
We have a nine-member
operating board that oversees the day-to-day operations of our
organization. Our board is made up of nine home school parents,
both men and women. All members are actively involved in the
home school community and their local churches. Each has demonstrated
leadership skills, a servant heart, and interest and experience
in various sports. Operating Board members serve specified term
lengths as established by Crown Athletics bylaws.
How is Crown Athletics organized?
Our organization is designed with layers of accountability providing
necessary checks and balances, with players accountable to coaches,
coaches accountable to committees, committees accountable to the
Athletic Coordinator, the Athletic Coordinator accountable to a
nine-member Operating Board, and the Operating Board accountable
to a ten-member Executive Board, and all ultimately accountable
to the home school families we serve.
What about financial policies and organizational
procedures? Our financial records, bylaws and procedures
are open to participating families in accordance with the open records
laws for 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organizations. We have
currently applied for 501(c) 3 status and will operate as such in
every aspect.
What is Crown’s relationship with The
King’s Academy? Crown Athletics operates as an
independent organization from The King’s Academy, a private academy
facilitating home educators in Woodstock and surrounding areas.
The academy has been supportive of Crown since our inception, and
we enjoy the organizational resources they provide including the
use of their facilities as our home base.
OUR VISION
What is your purpose?
Our purpose is to honor and glorify the Lord Jesus Christ, and we
seek to humbly serve members of His body in the home school community.
What do you view as your primary focus?
Our primary focus is upon strengthening student athletes spiritually,
mentally and physically, and we keep in mind that our programs exist
for their benefit.
Do you have a Bible verse that supports
your vision at Crown Athletics? Yes we do!
Crown Athletics name and purpose is a reflection of 2 Timothy 2:5
which says, “If anyone competes as an
athlete, he does not receive the victor’s crown unless
he competes according to the rules.” We desire
our young athletes to learn the importance of competition by the
rules, especially those that reflect the character of our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ.
CONTACT INFORMATION
How do I contact the Crown Athletics
organization? Crown Athletics’ mailing address
is PO Box 675, Woodstock, GA 30188. Our web address is
www.crownknights.org. E-mails can be sent to
info@crownknights.org. Our phone number is 770-592-5809.
How can I contact someone on the Crown
Athletics staff? Our Operating Board and sports
committee members are actively involved and visible at Crown Athletic
events and are available for contact by e-mail or phone. For
further contact information, click
here.
How can I stay informed?
We strive to keep an active line of communication open with the
community. Our website is up-to-date with the latest Crown
Athletic news including program information, calendars, schedules,
game directions, coach bios, news releases, sponsor info, and lots
more to come!
I have a suggestion, do you want to
hear it? This association was created for homeschool
families, and we welcome comments and suggestions from those in
the community. In order to better meet your needs, we need
to hear from you. You can e-mail us at
info@crownknights.org.
PARTICIPATION
Who can participate?
Participation is open to all area home school students who are abiding
by Georgia home school laws and who meet the age and eligibility
requirements of each sport. Most programs are open to 6th
– 12th grade students.
How do I get involved in a particular
sports program? If you are interested in getting
involved in a sports program offered by Crown Athletics, you can
find out more by visiting our sports page and selecting one of the
programs. On each sports page, you will find information regarding
team requirements, pre-season clinics, tryouts, and coaching contacts.
You may download an
interest form which you can fill out and then mail or e-mail
to us. Your name and contact information will be added to
an e-mail alert list, and you will be notified with the latest news
regarding your sports program of choice.
I’m interested in coaching for Crown
- how do I proceed? For those interested in coaching
opportunities, a coach’s application form is available on the website
by clicking
here. Once your application is received, you will be contacted
for an initial interview by our Operating Board. All coaches
must undergo an interview process including reference calls and
a criminal background check. Coaches must also agree with our Statement
of Faith and be willing to abide by a written Code of Conduct.
Are parents invited to participate?
We welcome parents with talent, interest and experience to assist
with various operations of the association. Our parent-led
sports committees are made up of a minimum of three members, including
men and women, suitable to the need of the program.
What is your policy regarding participation
by those of different faiths? We do not promote
or endorse any particular Christian denomination. However,
we do abide by a Statement of Faith based on fundamental Christian
beliefs and ask that all families desiring to participate in a Crown
Athletics sports program sign a form stating their respect for these
beliefs. To view this statement, click
here. Crown Athletics does not discriminate against participants
on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin.
SPORTS PROGRAM DETAILS
What sports does Crown offer?
At this time, we offer ten sports programs and a marching band program.
Our sports include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country,
football, golf, soccer, swim, tennis and volleyball. For more
information about each sport, visit the individual program pages
on this website.
What are your colors & mascot?
Crown Athletics mascot is THE KNIGHTS, and our colors are maroon,
navy & silver. James Eubanks, of
Shirt Shanty Promotional Designs in Smyrna, GA, designed our
current mascot logo as well as all the other Crown Athletics logos
you will see on our website.
When do the sports programs run?
Baseball clinics are held in January with tryouts in February,
and the season runs from March through May.
Basketball clinics are held in August with tryouts in September,
and the season runs from October through February.
Cheerleading is basically a year-round sport with clinics
held in March with tryouts the same month, football season from
August through November, and competition season from January through
March.
Cross Country practices begin in July with no tryouts, and the
season runs from August through October. Our
marching band practices
begin in June, and the season runs concurrent with the football
program.
Football clinics are held in May with practices beginning the
last week of July, and the season runs from August through November.
Golf clinics are held in February with tryouts the same month,
and the season runs from March through April.
Soccer clinics are held in June with tryouts in July, and the
season runs from September through November. There are also plans
for a spring soccer program. Our
Swim
team practices begin in August with the season running from
October through January.
Tennis clinics are held in February with tryouts the same month,
and the season runs from March through April.
Volleyball clinics are held in May with tryouts in June, and
the season runs from August through October.
Which leagues does Crown participate
in? Crown participates in several leagues, including
AAC, ACCE, GISA, NAML, Home School World Series Baseball, and others.
For further league information, please check the individual sports
pages on this website.
How much does it cost? Participation
fees are comparable to equivalent sports programs in the area. Crown
Athletics is an applied for non-profit organization, and the necessary
fees for uniforms, equipment, and supplies are shared equally by
participating families in each sports program. Program budgets are
published to participating families. Please see the individual sports
pages for details.
What are your program policies?
Participating families are provided with individual program information
including policies & procedures, code of conduct, budgets, contacts,
dates, and more at the information meeting held for each sport prior
to pre-season clinics and tryouts. Check the sports program
pages on this website for details regarding when these meetings
are held.
Can athletes letter in sports?
Any student in grades 9-12, that completes a season as a Varsity
participant is eligible to receive a varsity letter. If a
student is injured during the season and unable to compete, the
coaches will determine how the student can best serve the team as
a Varsity participant. Varsity letters will be presented at
the close of the season at the awards banquet. Varsity jackets
may be ordered for reduced prices through local retailers, and information
regarding these orders will be presented to students during the
season.
SPONSORSHIP & BOOSTER CLUB INFORMATION
Who are your sponsors, and how can I
become one? Crown Athletics is proud to be sponsored
by several fine organizations such as
Publix,
Chick-Fil-A,
Shirt Shanty Promotional Designs,
Batters Up Complex and
World of Kids Athletic Campus. We encourage families to visit
these sponsors and show their appreciation for making Crown Athletics
programs possible. We welcome any other individuals or organizations
interested in sponsoring Crown Athletics to contact us! Your sponsorships
and donations are critical to allowing us to build these sports
programs and we greatly appreciate your financial support. If you
or your company is interested in becoming a sponsor and/or making
a donation, please email us at
sponsors@crownknights.org.
Do you have a booster club?
Yes, we do! In order to provide our teams with the support
they need, not just to survive, but also to thrive, we have created
the DEFENDERS OF THE CROWN CLUB, the official booster club of Crown
Athletics. There are numerous costs associated with acquiring
equipment, buying uniforms, paying tournament fees, etc. These
are items that are essential to providing our athletes with everything
they need to excel in their chosen sports. You can join with
us as a booster club member at several levels! For more info,
please review the
Booster Club Brochure.
If you did not get your question answered on this page, then
please send your comments or questions to
info@crownknights.org. We will contact you as soon as possible.
Be sure to include a phone number if you would like for someone
to call you.
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