1. Casteel Football 2019 Spring Parent Meeting
Be A Champion

2. Purpose of Parent Meeting
To Communicate
the identity of our football program
expectations of players and parents
information & support needed to effectively manage a successful football program

3. Head Coaches Varsity – Bobby Newcombe JV – Randy Ross
Freshmen – Bob Callison

4. Athletic Administration and Football Operations
Mr. Ryan Ridenour, High School Athletic Director  
Ms. Jen Pugh, JH & HS Athletic Secretary 
Ms. Jen Johnson, Athletic Counselor 
Football Operations
Mr. Rich Dellacona, Director of Football Operations (DFO)
Mrs. Rachel Newcombe, Director of Public Affairs (DPA)

5. Program Identity
Who are we?

6. Vision & Mission Vision Mission Statement Coaching Focus
A program that champions the development of the student athlete
Mission Statement
To be a disciplined, hardworking, competitive team that strives for excellence, exudes confidence in our values, and expresses passion in service to our community
Coaching Focus
To create an environment where academic and athletic excellence are experienced at a high level.

7. Values & Expectations Values Expectations Respect Discipline Hard Work
To make Championship Choices - These are the hard choices that may require some sacrifices. These are choices that are above and beyond day-to-day decisions to go against what is popular and cool among peers and to focus on the path of great success.

8. Locker Room / Discipline
No Hazing Policy (AIA, CUSD, School Level and Program)
No Bullying
Doesn’t matter how small or big – Zero Tolerance Policy
Locker Room Culture
Knowing the athletes (relationships)
Open Door Policy
All athletes are issued a lock
Discipline (if an athlete can’t discipline oneself then a coach must)
Situational Discipline (Isolated or Team)
We can all learn from an isolated incidence
Example: why did Mitchel have to run for Johnny’s mistake? The answer: Mitchel may think twice now if ever put in that same position.

9. Topics NOT Open for Discussion with Coach
Game Strategy
Playing Time
Position
Players can discuss this with coach. But don’t try to fill them with stuff to regurgitate

10. Parent Expectations Uphold our Team Philosophy
Adhere to the rules and policies of our league
Be respectful of one another & our Casteel families
Let coaches coach - DO NOT coach from the sidelines
Be humble and patient with players and coaches
Support our team the best you can
Especially when in the stands during games because you could be sitting next to a family members or close friend of a player.
Parent Accountability
 Step 1 Direct Communication
 Step 2 Formal Documentation of Issue to GFA Board
 Step 3 Formal Write-up to GFA Board
o Recommendation of Actions to be Taken
 Dependent on severity of situation
o Skip Directly Step 3

11. Season Information
What we do?

12. Equipment School provides equipment
Helmet, should pads, game/practice pants & jerseys
Personal Equipment – Must go through an approval process. See Leon Acosta for Information & forms
Helmets & Shoulder Pads
Equipment Manager
Leon Acosta III

13. Offseason Training
Football Academy (Weights, Conditioning, & Classroom)
Strength Coach: Chris Musselman
1st Hr. – Sr./Jr (12th/11th)
2nd Hr. – 8th Graders
3rd Hr. – Soph (10th)
4th Hr. – Fresh (9th)
Spring Football
Navy shorts, white shirt, white socks
Casteel or plain gear only: Do Not Wear gear from other schools
Explosive Speed & Power Camp
7on7/Big Man Tournaments
End of May through end of June
Communications will be sent out

14. Football Participation Fees
Season
Item
Cost
April/May
Spring Football (Freshmen)
$30
June
Explosive Speed & Power Camp
$50/player
7on7/Big Man Tournaments (Varsity)
$75-$150
April
7on7 Gear including Navy Game Socks
$120 estimated
July 8-12
Summer Camp
$450
Cleats, Mouth Piece
(On own)
July
Pay to play
$60/player
August
Game Day Meal Donations
$50/Player
Girdle (On own)

15. Spring & Fall Practices
Colt Time – 2:30-3:15 PM
Time for players to get caught up on work & follow up with teachers
We will monitor missing assignments & grades
JV/Varsity Practices – 3:30-5:45 PM
Spring May 6th – May 18th
Freshmen - 3:45-5:45 PM
Spring April 29th – May 18th
Fall Football Begins
July 22nd

16. Varsity Game Schedule Media Day – Saturday Aug 3rd (all day)
Blue/Gold Game – Saturday Aug 3rd 7:00 PM
Scrimmage TBA
Game 1 – Aug Centennial 7:00 PM
Game schedules are online at:

17. Friday Night Games!

18. Thursday Night Games!

19. Wednesday Night Games!

20. Recruiting Athletic Performance: Skill & Ability Academics 3.0+
Measurables, strength & athleticism, competitive resume, coachable, film
Academics 3.0+
Habits, & Knowledge
Character
Team Communications
Direct communications with schools
Provide player profiles
Feature select players
Invite and welcome to our campus & team events
Adhere to specific FCS & FBS recruiting rules

21. Recruiting Continued... FCS & FBS recruiting rules (www.NCAA.org)
Football Academy
Recruiting resume
Recruiting plan
College selection
D1 (FBS/FCS), D2, D3

22. Recruiting Continued....
FCS School rankings:

23. Fundraising
Sponsorships - Companies and individuals can purchase advertising space in stadium, scoreboard or media guide.
Tax Credits - Up to $200 individual and up to $400 for married couples filing jointly can be claimed on personal income taxes.
Donations - Any individual can give money to support the program.
Events - Cow Chip Bingo, Discount cards, car washes, others to be determined.
Concessions – During our football games (home and visitor sides). We Need all Parents Involved
Merchandising - Sales from spirit wear and other products designed and sold on behalf of the team

24. JV/Varsity Communications!
Twitter
Visit
Packets and calendars are on website
Sign up for REMIND

25. Freshmen Communications!
Twitter
Visit
Packets and calendars are on website
Sign up for REMIND

26. Casteel Touch Down Club
How can we enhance the football experience?

27. Casteel TD Club Jeff Laux – President
There are several open board and committee chair positions to support and volunteer
TD Club Meeting – Every 2nd Wednesday of each month
Wednesday, February 13th 7:00 pm Field House Classroom
To Contact TD Club:

28. TD Club Info
We expect each parent to work one night in concessions/merchandising during the season
Rotations are set up so you do not expected to work when your son is on the field
Freshman handle Varsity games - JV handle Freshman - Varsity work JV games
We are excepting cases of water donations to sell in concessions.
Merchandise is available at all home games
Sponsorship opportunities are available
for details

29. TD Club Communications!
Twitter
Visit
Packets and calendars are on website
Sign up for REMIND

30. Thank you!!!
Final Message