Don T Settle for Being Average. It Takes More to Be a Champion

Lanier Vikings Football

1201 Payton Gin Road Austin, TX 78758

OUR ATTITUDE Hard work and effort is a choice. You don’t have to be bigger or faster than your opponent to outwork him. Make a decision to outwork your opponent and give max effort each day.

Don’t settle for being average. It takes more to be a champion.

Team = Family I. Anyone involved in the program is a member of our family  We do things together – on and off the field. Get to know your brother.  We reflect and represent each other  Don’t do anything to anything to embarrass yourself, our family, or the Lanier Vikings – in class, on the field, at home II. What can you do to help the team?  When playing – know your role, do your 1/11th  When not playing (most important) – support and encourage your teammates.

On the Field I. Temperament – how do you handle your emotions (calm and collected OR angry and frustrated) II. Poise – how do you respond to difficult situations (blame others and quit OR encourage teammates and try harder) III. Anticipation (mental and physical) – did you do everything to prepare for your opponent IV. Hustle – full effort, from pre-game warm-ups until the final whistle has blown Off the Field (Where most of life is spent) I. Always strive to show class  In the classroom – be respectful at all times to all people and property  In everyday life – at home, with friends, etc. II. Make good decisions.  “Don’t regret tomorrow what you’ve done today.” – J. Anderson Team Standards I. Appropriate dress on and off the field – practice clothes, uniforms II. Proper grooming – take care of yourself, make a good impression  Hair, beards, etc. – keep it neat and clean III. Alcohol, smoking, and drugs – they can only hurt you AND your team IV. Physical conditioning – offseason and on your own V. Eating habits (pre-game, pre-practice) – eat well, drink plenty of water  “Take care of your body and it’ll take care of you.” VI. Care of equipment and field – take pride in our things (both personal and team) SELF - EVALUATION I. Are you really committed to the team and this program?  Be on time every day (class, practice, and games)  Show up prepared – fully dressed  Your team is counting on you to be here, so no excuses. Be accountable! Know What You Want I. Are you committing to your teammates to finish what you start? II. Do you really have the desire to learn, get better, and be a part of the Viking Football family? Your Development as a Football Player I. Depends on your commitment level, work ethic, and mental focus  How you practice – do things right  Work to improve. If you’re not getting better, you’re getting worse. – change bad habits/techniques  Be coachable – willing to listen, learn, and change  One step at a time – keep it simple, focus on the task at hand II. When to change  When you continue to fail, fix it now! If you don’t know how, ask a coach.  If you’re not satisfied with your results (running, blocking, throwing, catching)  Learn from others who succeed. Watch how they work and do what they do III. Don’t waste time – always practice with a purpose and strive for excellence IV. Strive to truly learn the game of football. Study it. – Knowledge pays off on the field

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