Head Coach: Mr. Jason Schulz Assistant Coach: Mr. Ike Au

ARCOLA FOOTBALL Head Coach: Mr. Jason Schulz Assistant Coach: Mr. Ike Au [email protected] [email protected]

Signing-up for the Arcola Football Team does not guarantee candidates a spot on the team. We will be able to support a team of approximately 40 athletes. Coaches will consider multiple factors including: character, attitude, effort, ability, performance, and conditioning in relation to team needs in order to develop our roster.

Pre-Season “Training” on the Arcola Football field

Monday, August 24th through Thursday, August 27th; 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm

 Dress appropriately for the weather – T-shirt, Shorts, Football cleats

 Bring water!!!! Mark your container with your name

 Pick-up no later than 5:45 pm

** EMAIL MR. SCHULZ BEFORE AUGUST 24TH IF YOU CANNOT MAKE IT ON ONE OR MORE DAYS.

TRYOUTS (IF NECESSARY) Tryouts will be necessary if more than 40 athletes are going to come out for the team

Tuesday, September 1st & Wednesday, September 2nd, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Thursday, September 3rd – Cuts made, first official team practice

What you need to do before your first practice/tryout

Download and print the team packet at Mr. Schulz's teacher page on the Skyview website.

*Must be completed and turned in before your first practice. If not, you will not be allowed to practice.

1. *Arcola Pre-Participation Physical Packet

2. *imPACT Concussion Test

3. *Emergency Card ~You may practice without them, but will be suspended from the team if not turned in by September 14th

4. ~Pay to Participate Fee

5. ~Football Parent/Athlete Letter – Make certain that you read and familiarize yourself with the “Arcola Football – Rules and Expectations”

>Although very important, not necessary to participate, but will help you achieve your goals.

6. >Register for email alerts

7. >Get as physically fit as possible

ARCOLA FOOTBALL – RULES AND EXPECTATIONS

1. Eligibility: You are a student first, athlete second.

a. Grades are checked on a weekly basis by Mr. Schnabel, Arcola’s Athletic Liaison.

i. 1 F = You will not play in the first half of the next game

ii. 2 F’S = Suspended from the team for a week (PIAA Rule).

2. Character: Always demonstrate good character; on the field, in the classroom, at home, EVERYWHERE! If there is a team issue, speak to a coach in a respectful manner before or after practice.

a. School Disciplinary Issues: School rules supersede team rules

i. Make good choices, then everyone is happy.

ii. School Suspensions: You will be dismissed from the team

3. Attendance:

a. Practice begins at 3:05, EVERYDAY unless Mr. Schulz says otherwise.

i. Injured players will report to the athletic trainer first then go to the practice field.

b. Pre-game practice is the most important practice of the week. Those who are not there may not get a chance to play in the game.

c. Excuse notes: A note from a responsible adult must be provided at least one day in advance of your absence. The absence will be counted as “Unexcused” unless a note is received. d. Excused absences consist of the following…

i. Absent from school

ii. Doctor’s appointments.

iii. Doctor or school nurse recommendation not to practice due to illness (need a note from them to confirm, the athlete does not make that decision)

iv. Death in the family or another personal family issue. v. School event that must be attended (will require a note from the adult in charge of the event; must attend and want to attend aren't the same) e. 1 Unexcused = 1 game suspension – you will practice but not attend the game with the team.

f. 2 Unexcused = dismissal from the team.

4. Playing Time: Not guaranteed. Determined by your effort, attitude, and potential to help the team at that time of the game. Speak to a coach before or after practice if you have a question about playing time.

5. Equipment: All equipment will be provided for you. It is your responsibility to keep it clean and in good condition. If anything is not returned, you will be charged the cost of that item.

6. Parent Pick-up time – Parents are responsible for arranging a ride for pick-up no later than…

o Practices – 5:15

o Games – Home = 5:30, Away = 6:00

***Please contact the coaching staff if you have any problems finding a ride for your child. We will help you arrange a car pool with teammates. A. PRE-SEASON REQUIREMENTS – Read the following VERY CAREFULLY and follow the instructions, your ability to participate depends upon it.

1. ARCOLA PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICALS PACKET a. Complete and return to Arcola’s Main Office prior to the first day of practice. You CANNOT participate without it. You may also turn-in to your coach on the day of participation. b. You may download these packets at the Arcola Athletics website, http://www.methacton.org/domain/264. c. Schedule an appointment with your family Doctor today!!You may not be able to get an appointment scheduled in time if you delay d. Alternatives to your family physician – Premier Urgent Care and some CVS Minute Clinics offer physicals on a “walk-in” basis, appointments are not necessary. 2. imPACT TEST ImPACT (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) a. Every athlete in every sport is required to take this test prior to participating in athletics. b. A link to sign-up for the test may be found at http://www.methacton.org/domain/264 . c. Appointments will be available beginning in August d. You may not participate until this has been done.

3. EMERGENCY CARD

a. Bring this with you to your first practice. b. You may also pick-up a copy at Arcola’s Main Office. c. You may not participate until this has been done.

4. PAY TO PARTICIPATE FORM

a. A $50, one-time per athlete fee to participate in athletics. b. A copy of this form may be found at the Arcola Athletics website. http://www.methacton.org/domain/264 c. If you have any question contact Paul Spiewak, Assistant Principal for Athletics and Activities, [email protected], or 610-489-5054

5. PARENT/ATHLETE SIGNATURE LETTER

a. The last page of the packet needs to be signed by a parent / guardian and the athlete. b. Before the summer a box will be set up outside of the office in the boys locker room, leave this signed document there. c. Otherwise, give to Mr. Schulz at practice. d. Monday, September 14th; this must be completed and returned to Mr. Schulz by this date or the athlete will be suspended from the team until it gets done. B.PRE-SEASON “SUGGESTIONS”

1. COMPLETE ALL OF YOUR SUMMER READING!

a. You are tested on these at the beginning of the school year and it will effect your eligibility.

2. REGISTER FOR EMAIL ALERTS: Communication with parents and athletes (updates, last minute cancellations or schedule changes, etc.) will be done primarily through the “Email Alert System” which is on the Methacton Athletics Website, www.methactonwarriors.org . ***Please follow these steps to register for Email Alerts*** a. Go to : www.methactonwarriors.org b. Click on: Email Alerts (top left of the page) c. Fill out all required fields to create a new account. If you already have an account, log-in. d. Click on: Sign up e. Fill out all required fields for Email Alerts. f. Check box for: Boys Middle School Football g. Click on: Submit h. Repeat the above steps for each additional Email address (parents and athletes)

3. GET IN EXCELLENT PHYSICAL CONDITION THIS SUMMER

a. Suggested workouts will be posted on the team website in the “Files” section.

b. View and practice the “Warm-up” video. You are expected to know how to do this for the first practice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HS2hxWNNGSw

c. Physical skills that you should work to develop for football – strength, speed, agility, power, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility

d. Those who are in great shape for tryouts have a better chance to make the team than those who are out of shape.

4. BUY FOOTBALL CLEATS AND BREAK THEM IN BEFORE WE START

5. GOOGLE CLASSROOM - ARCOLA FOOTBALL

a. Go here for help accessing Google Classroom… http://www.methacton.org/Page/13786

1. First time users use the link found in the middle of the page, “click here” and follow the instructions.

b. Join Classroom Code – t4bmt2

c. Game film of our opponents and of our games will be posted here for you to review.

d. Videos to help you prepare for the season will be posted here this summer.

e. Useful documents will be posted here during the season. C.SEASON TIMELINE

August 24th – August 27th: 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm “training” at Arcola

Tuesday, September 1st and Wednesday, September 2nd – Tryouts if necessary or practice if not

Thursday, September 3rd - Regular after-school practices begin.

 Full-pads and contact when tryouts are over

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 ND LAST CHANCE TO TRYOUT – The roster is finalized after practice on this date. Keep in mind, if you attend only one day of tryouts your chances of making the team will be small.

September 15th: Scrimmage

September 22nd: First game, opponent and location to be announced

Schedule to be determined – check the team website at MethactonWarriors.org, the schedule will be updated soon.

SUMMER FOOTBALL CAMP INFORMATION

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMPS http://prosportsexperience.com/eagles/ Location: Various throughout the Delaware Valley Dates: Varies depending on location

VILLANOVA FOOTBALL CAMP http://www.villanova.com/camps/nova-football-camp.html Location: Villanova University, Villanova PA Dates: Overnight Camp (Grades 7-12) – June 21 to June 24 Day Camp (Grades 3-8) – June 22 to June 24

SPORTS CAMP CONNECTION WEBSITE LISTING OF FOOTBALL CAMPS IN PA YOU WILL NEED TO REQUEST MORE INFO ABOUT SPECIFIC CAMPS http://www.sportscampconnection.com/camps/pennsylvania-football-camps ARCOLA FOOTBALL

Spring 2015

Parents/Guardians, and Athletes,

I have read and understand the information in this packet regarding “Arcola Football Tryouts,” “Arcola Football Rules and Expectations,” “Pre-Season Requirements,” “Pre-Season “Suggestions”,” and the “Season Timeline.” I understand that participating on a scholastic sports team is a privilege. The information provided herein will help me fulfill the requirements necessary to participate. Continuing to follow these policies throughout the season will help me and/or my child have a successful and rewarding experience. Not doing so may result in the loss of the privilege.

Thank you for participating in the Methacton Football Program.

Mr. Jason Schulz Mr. Ike Au

______(Parent Name – Printed) (Parent Name – Signed)

______(Date)

______(Athlete Name – Printed) (Athlete Name - Signed)

______(Date)

______(Parent Email)

Please return this signed form by the first day of practice. It must be turned in no later than September 14th