Elkhorn Midget Cowboys 2009 Parents Guide

Basic Philosophy Kids need to have fun Remember its just a game Keep practice to a defined time Learn and develop skills ◦Learn from experience ◦Develop with practice Balance the playing time and ensure everyone gets more than minimum plays. Positive work ethic Learn team work Practice Sportsmanship No superstars

Coaches: Head Coach:Todd Jakopovic (Offensive Coordinator & Backs) Home Cell Assistant Coach – Robb Jacobi (Defensive Coordinator / LB’s) Assistant Coach – Michael Hasty (Special Teams & Receivers / DB’s) Assistant Coach – Terry Reeg (Offensive & Defensive Lines)

Parents Guide Be on time to practice and to games ◦10 minutes early to practice is perfect ◦Be on time to pick up after practice! ◦If your son is habitually late for practice, it will effect their playing time and opportunities in games. ◦If your son misses one practice in a week, the minimum play rule for that week is only 4 plays per half, per game. ◦If your son misses both practices in a week, there is no obligation or requirement for them to play in the game that weekend. ◦I will always go over and above to give every player a ton of opportunities, but I must also look out for the best interests of the team and those that are at practice. Sign the Parent Consent Form Bring a water jug to practice – please label Communication / ◦Please get in the habit of checking your every day for practice or game updates and information. I cannot call everyone with every change or update, so it is your responsibility as parents to make sure you are in the loop by checking your s.

If you have an issue, a question or a concern about anything related to the team, the players, the parents, or your son…I am the only contact person. Do not contact assistant coaches. I will handle all issues and concerns. If you have an issue or concern, please contact me first by . Do not approach me immediately after a game or practice, but rather me and I will respond to you by phone or in-person, once I have had a chance to look into the issue. All issues will be addressed professionally, promptly and fairly. I have coached youth football for many years and youth sports for even more. My philosophy is that I will listen to all concerns and be fair to everyone, but at the end of the day, I have to always do what is best for the entire group of kids and parents, and all in accordance with league rules. Please be respectful of that. If a concern or issue is in the interests of a childs’ health or well-being, then those issues can and should be brought to my attention immediately. Issues / Concerns

Football Gear Have all your gear with you – label everything! ◦Mouthpiece – have an extra (we provide 2)  Give it to coach with name on it in a zip lock bag ◦Cleats - Player provides ◦Socks - Player provides ◦Helmet/Chin Strap - Player provides ◦All Pads - Provided ◦Pants - Provided ◦Cup/Slider Shorts - Player provides

Game Days Home Games Arrive 1 hour early for walk-thru Need 3 parent volunteers to run chain and down markers. ◦It’s the best seat in the house to watch a game Away Games Directions will be provided Arrive 1 hour early for walk-thru

Games & Practices Home games will be at E-1 in Elkhorn ◦Where draft/tryouts were ◦Away games are TBD ◦Walk-thru on game days 1 hour prior to kick-off ◦Schedule, Team Roster, Standings will be posted on EVW Website Practice will be at The Grove (188 th & Pacific) ◦Times and dates will be sent via Please let coaches know if you are going to miss a practice or a game

Team Roster 7 th Graders Nick Anderson Tyler Beister Shane Holzworth Caleb Johnson Jack Kobes Brandon McDonald Derick Nelson John Trueblood Hank Uleman 8 th Graders Thomas Dunham Ben Hass Jake Hasty Trent Jacobi Kellen Jakopovic Chase Kruse Vince McCashland Bryan McLaughlin Zach Reeg Tommy Trueblood Zach Zelasko

Thanks for all your help this year! Let’s make it memorable for the kids! Go Cowboys!!!