1. Handbook
LQPV
Football
2018
The LQPV High School football program is one that is based on hard work, while having high expectations. Finally, through teamwork, commitment, and effort, each member of the program will strive towards becoming CHAMPIONS both on and off the field.

2. Paperwork Forms and Fees MSHSL Form Insurance Form or Waiver
Big Stone Therapy Form
Fees: 9-12 $90, 7/8 $65 – Scholarships are available. I need to know.
7th/10th (Up-to-date physical on file)
7th/9th/11th (Impact Test Baseline)

3. What can keep you from succeeding?
Money
Time
Transportation
Family Issues
Grades
Injury
FIND A WAY TO BE SUCCESSFUL …..
Attitude is the start!

4. Handbook
It’s VERY IMPORTANT to make good choices in and out of school. Remember that playing high school sports is a privilege, not a right. MSHSL: No use of tobacco, alcohol or non-prescription drugs. If a violation occurs during the season and you are a captain, you will lose your captainship. A violation could also affect your future playing time and ability to receive awards.
Classroom: As a football player you are expected to act with class. Make sure that you’re attending class and handing in your assignments. If you’re struggling with the topic make sure that you’re asking questions or getting help. If a teacher sees that you’re putting in the time, turning in your work and listening during class they are going to give you the benefit of the doubt. Detention is not acceptable and will be dealt with on an individual basis.

5. Practice
Hustle is the name of the game! When we’re in the weight room or on the field we want to be focused and hustle in everything we do. Make sure that you have the correct practice gear. Thursdays will be Substitution Drill - You’ll need your helmet, cleats, practice jersey and either shorts or sweats.
Every member of the football team is important. For us to improve and to become a competitive football team we need ALL players at practice. If you’re unable to make it to practice because of an illness then you need to let one of the coaches know as soon as possible.
1st Unexcused Absence: Player, Coach Meeting – Spin on the wheel
2nd Unexcused Absence: Coach, Player and Parent Meeting – Spin on the wheel
3rd Unexcused Absence: Dismissal from the team – This is not a priority for you.
Missing practice to do school work or detention is not an excused absence. School work can be done after practice, before school or in study hall. We as coaches understand that you’re a student athlete, but it’s importan that you’re at practice to make yourself better as well as your teammates. Choosing to play athletics is a great privilege, but you need to make sure that you learn how to manage your time.
You are expected to attend practice if injured. We want you there to watch and listen, so when you return from injury you are up to speed.

6. Other Chain of Command: Player – Coach
Player and Parent meet with Head Coach
Player, Parent and Head Coach meet with AD
Parents, avoid questions beginning with “Why” when discussing your son. Questions should begin with “What” or “How”.
Please use the Hudl to watch film of yourself and of the opponent. It’s a great tool!
We encourage you to play other sports. Being in a competitive environment is going to make you better. If you choose not to be in another sport, you’ve made a decision to spend your time in the weight room. Getting together with other members of the football team and competing in the weight room is also a good choice!
You are responsible for the equipment issued to you. You will be charged for any unreturned equipment.
All equipment and personal items will be stored in a locker and LOCKED. Nothing will be left out on the floor.

7. Social Media Harassment
Everything you post is public: Your statements, comments, and photos may harm you, your teammates or family. What you post may affect your future.
Hazing or harassment of players or any person will not be allowed. This will lead to grounds for dismissal (player or coach).
Social Media
Harassment

8. Captains Contract Strategies:
We will select players as Captains at the end of the season.
In order to be a Captain or maintain that position, the following criteria must be met or the title of Captain will be lost.
Criteria:
The student athlete will not have had a MSHSL violation as a Junior or Senior.
The student athlete must remain academically eligible for the entire season.
2018 Captains:
Trevor Gearman, Dain Haas, Wyatt Halvorson, Mason Clark and Layton Wittnebel

9. Coaches Information

10. Coaching Responsibilities
Defensive Coordinator: Mr Lowry
- FG Block -Safe Punt Return
Offensive Coordinator: Mr. Smith
- FG -Punt Return
Special Teams: Mr. Benson
- Hands - Kickoff Return
- Kickoff (Reg./Onside) - Punt
JV Coach Offense: Mr. Bjornjeld
JV Coach Defense: Mr. Weick
Weight Room: All Coaches
Film Set-up: OC/DC/S.T.
- Scouting Report
Quality Control (Game Day):
- Equipment -Supplies (Attached)
- Headphones
Position Coaches
Offense Defense
QB: Smith DL: Lowry/Bjornjeld
RB: Benson LB: Benson
WR/TE: Bjornjeld CB: Weick
OL: Lowry/Weick SS: Smith

11. Expectations Of Our Assistant Coaches
Coaches will be…….
positive role models.
expected to be on time for all staff meetings and practices, unless you have notified the head coach.
organized.
showing them how to correct mistakes, not just telling them. This builds credibility.
striving to make their group the best on the field. Always looking to improve as a coach.
gaining the respect from your players, not demanding respect.