Athletic Training Services are available at all on-campus Sacred Heart Greenwich athletic contests. 

SCHOOL NURSE 
Kate Tiedemann RN, BSN
Head Nurse
Sacred Heart Greenwich Health and Wellness Center
203-532-3586

TEAM PHYSICIAN 
Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) 
6 Greenwich Office Park
Greenwich, CT 06831 
203.869.1145 

EMERGENCY SERVICES 
Greenwich Emergency Medical 
1111 E. Putnam Ave #203 
Riverside, CT 06878 
203.637.7505 

Greenwich Hospital 
5 Perry Road 
Greenwich, CT 06830 
203.863.3000 

White Plains Hospital Center 
41 East Post Road 
White Plains, NY 10601 
914.681.0600 

SACRED HEART SECURITY    
203.532.3100 

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT 
Laurie Rousseau
Director of Athletics
203.532.3324       

ATHLETIC TRAINERS
Christina Cauliffe
Head Athletic Trainer
203.532.3313

Daniel Segui
Assistant Athletic Trainer
203.532.3313

Athletic Training Office Fax           
203.532.3391

FACILITIES 
Athletic Training Room is located on the second floor of the Athletic Center to the right.

Athletic Offices are located to the left on the second floor of the Athletic Center.

PRE-GAME TREATMENTS AND TAPING 
Pre-game treatments and taping should be arranged by emailing in advance. Please indicate the number of athletes to be treated and type of care required. 

EQUIPMENT 
Water and Ice is available for all competitions. Sacred Heart is a cup free environment; drinking cups will not be provided. Multiple AED’s are around our campus, fields and athletic center.

VALUABLES 
It is recommended that valuables be left at home or taken to the playing facility.

Teams should arrive on campus through the main entrance. For soccer and tennis please follow the signs to fields and courts, this will be your first right after entering campus. Turf and swimming events will want to follow the signs for the field Hockey/lacrosse fields and Bus Loop and/or find parking in the student lot or faculty lot and then walk down to the turf or up to the pool, which is located in the bus loop. Access to the bus loop will be limited during afternoon dismissal.  All other indoor events will continue up the main road toward the main building then follow the signs for the Athletic Center.

Visiting team locker rooms (restroom and shower facilities) are located in the Athletic Center.  Visiting teams are welcome to use the locker rooms before and after the event. Visiting Swim teams will use the locker room adjacent to the pool area in the main building on campus. Accommodations and directions to locker rooms can be arranged in advance with the athletic office.

Two port-o-johns are also available; one next to the JV grass soccer field and another one next to the tennis courts.

Men and women’s restrooms are available on the west side of the red Maintenance Building adjacent to the turf fields.

Teams and their spectators using the Magnetti (blue) and Sheehan (green) Turf Fields are asked to follow the care and maintenance guidelines listed below: 

Items prohibited: 

• NO CLEATS ON BLUE TURF – Please walk AROUND this turf if wearing cleats or soiled shoes
• Food – please have your after game snack OFF the turf
• beverages other than water
• gum 
• seeds 
• tobacco products of any kind 
• golfing 
• NO metal cleats or spikes on either turf
• NO animals on turf

Please respect that all dogs brought on campus should be leashed. No pets allowed in the Athletic Center. Please clean up after your pet!

Weather Policy

Objective: The primary goal of this policy is to ensure the safety and well-being of student-athletes participating in outdoor activities during extreme weather conditions. This policy aims to provide guidelines and procedures for coaches, athletes, and staff to follow when facing hot/cold weather situations during athletic events and practices.  The Certified Athletic Trainers on duty will be responsible for communicating this to the Athletic Director and coaches. All temperatures are based on WGBT measurements and/or RealFeel temperatures using the Weather Bug app.

Temperature Thresholds:

1. Temperature: When the temperature Real Feel falls below 32°F (4°C), coaches and staff should exercise caution and consider implementing cold weather protocols. This can include, but is not limited to:

• Limiting practice time to less outside to one hour 

• Enforcing and encouraging proper cold-weather gear and clothing (hats, gloves, leggings, long sleeves, ear warmers, etc)

• More frequent breaks to warm up

• Hand and foot warmers when appropriate

2. Extreme Cold: If the temperature Real Feel drops below 20°F (-6°C), all outdoor activities will be suspended, and appropriate measures should be taken to ensure the safety of athletes. Alternative practice locations may be utilized 

3.  Temperature: When the temperature Real Feel approaches 90°F (32°C), coaches and staff should exercise caution and consider implementing heat protocols. This can include, but is not limited to:

• Giving water and shade breaks every 15 minutes

• Modifying practices to reduce the intensity of practices

• Limiting time outdoors to 60 minutes.  Consider reducing the amount of time for the practice session. 1 hour of recovery time for every hour of practice (ex. 2hr practice = 2hr recovery time. 

• Monitor athletes for heat illness. 

• Consider postponing practice to a time when Feels Like temp is much lower. 

• Light weight and loose fitting clothes should be worn. 

4.  Extreme Heat:  If the temperature Real Feel hits 95°F (35°C), all outdoor activities will be suspended, and appropriate measures should be taken to ensure the safety of athletes. Alternative practice locations may be utilized 

Protocol for Cold Weather Conditions:

1. Warm-Up Period: Prior to engaging in outdoor activities, athletes should be given extra time for warm-up exercises to prepare their muscles for the cold weather.

2. Frequent Breaks: Coaches should schedule regular breaks during practices and games to allow athletes to warm up, hydrate, and rest.

3. Indoor Alternatives: Whenever possible, coaches should consider moving practices or games indoors to protect athletes from extreme cold weather conditions.

4. Hydration: Despite the cold weather, proper hydration is essential. Athletes should be reminded to drink fluids regularly, even if they do not feel thirsty.

5. Monitoring for Signs of Cold-Related Illness: Coaches and staff should be vigilant in observing athletes for signs of cold-related illnesses, such as hypothermia or frostbite. Any signs of distress should be taken seriously, and reported immediately to the athletic trainers. 

6.  Monitoring Signs of Heat-Related Illness:  Coaches and staff should be vigilant in observing athletes for signs of heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  Any signs of distress should be taken seriously, and reported immediately to the athletic trainers. Ice tubs and or cool water will be set up and should be utilized to reduce body temperature.  

7.   Weather will be continuously monitored by the athletic trainer and practices may be stopped if conditions worsen.

Emergency Procedures:

1. Injury or Illness: In the event of a weather-related injury or illness, coaches should follow established emergency action procedures, including contacting athletic trainers, emergency medical services and/or providing appropriate first aid.

2. Evacuation: If weather conditions worsen unexpectedly, coaches should have evacuation plans in place to move athletes to a safe indoor location. Please reference the lightning protocol for more detailed information.