It’s Game time!

Your sons have been showing steady improvement and should prove to be competitive.  We spent one hour today putting in the finishing touches and should be ready.  It is my goal to get every prepared athlete into every game.

An Athlete’s Playing Time

How much playing time each athlete will have is determined by attitude, attendance, ability, and knowledge of our system.  A player’s attitude is defined by his willingness to put his team first, his hustle from one activity to the next, his cooperation with teammates, his desire to improve himself and the team in every drill, practice and game, and his willingness to do whatever it takes to be prepared to be the best he can be to make a contribution to the team—this includes keeping up on schoolwork and staying eligible.

The Plan of Attack!

Opponent:  Essex Trojans                        Game Site:  Stanton           Game Time:  4:00-5:30

Also, please take time to double-check equipment before Monday and let me know if there is anything questionable first thing Monday morning.

Game Jersey Information

Your first newsletter stated that I would not issue game jerseys until today; however, we decided to leave the responsibility in your son’s hands after we issued the game jersey for picture day.  He has been reminded that it his responsibility to have his game jersey for each game.  His game jersey is his ticket to play.

Newsletters

Please ask your son for a newsletter after the practice prior to the next game.  The third newsletter will be distributed next Friday, September 15.  The most recent newsletter will be available on the Junior Vikings Football webpage.

Student Managers

With the help of Jared Meisinger (#68), Jeff Clark (#71), and Mikeal Carlson (#75), I hope to be able to provide fairly accurate stats and pictures from each game.  Game information will then posted within a few days following the game.  The boys will also be assisting with water and equipment needs. 

IF YOU HAVE ANY RESERVATIONS ABOUT YOUR SON BEING PICTURED OR LISTED ON THE WEBSITE, PLEASE EMAIL ME AT jeff_grebin@hotmail.com

Remaining Schedule (including changes as soon as next week!)

Sept 11                  Mon.               Game 1 vs Essex @ 4:00

Sept. 12                  Tue                 Practice ends @ 5:00

Sept. 13, Wed. NO SCHOOL    Practice 4:00 – 6:00

Sept. 14                  Th.                  Practice ends @ 5:00

Sept 15                   Fri                   Practice ends @ 4:00

Sept 18                  Mon                Game 2 at Villisca @ 4:00

Sept 19-22              Tue-Fri           Practices end @ 5:00

Sept 25-28              Mon-Th         Practices end @ 5:00

Sept 29                   Fri.                  Homecoming Practice TBA

Oct 2                      Mon.               Game 3 vs S. Page @ 4:00

Oct. 3-6                  Tue-Fri           Practices end @ 5:00

Oct. 9                     Mon                Game 4 at Farragut 4:00

Oct. 10-12              Tue-Th           Practices end @ 5:00

Oct. 13                    Fri                   Practice ends @ 4:00

Oct 16                    Mon                Game 5 at NV/Malvern

Oct. 17                    Tue                 Clean equipment at home

Oct. 18                    Wed               Turn in equipment

Practice times subject to change.  Changes will be listed on upcoming newsletters as well as informing your son numerous times.

Wednesday, September 13,  NO SCHOOL

Under different circumstances, I would skip a day of practice; however, with a game the following Monday and a short practice Friday, I would like to practice from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Viking Gold Cards

Thank you for your help in assisting the boys sell Viking Gold Cards.  With your help, we were able to raise more money than in past years.  The money raised will be used to help meet the many needs in athletics.

AM Conditioning

On Tuesday and Thursday mornings, I have been putting together workouts to help condition and develop strength, stability, and endurance of the core muscle groups.  These workouts are optional and do not directly affect playing time.

Lastly, like last year, the scores will be reported to both the Villisca Review and the Red Oak Express