As we work to get everyone approved and on the PIAA roster for 8/17, a few points that bear mentioning:

1. I as coach do not have the authority to approve players for the roster. The registration goes to the athletic director and I get a list each day as to who is registered and who is approved. We now have 47 players registered which is amazing!

2. Some registered players are still not approved by athletics. I email and call to get information but they are busy as the sports season start up. If a player is not approved I do not know the reason and I would encourage you to reach out to the athletics office to find out why so it can be fixed prior to season starting. Here are players on this list as of now who are not approved as of this post and might want to call:

Brycen

Naseem

Ethan

Yasser

Jose

Adam

Jayden

Big Luke

Steve Palinkas

Great job to all above getting registered-we just have to get you approved. It may just be a backlog. Here is the contact info for athletics:

Athletic Department

1. We start practice on Monday 8/17 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM each day all week. On Wednesday we are scheduled for pictures around 9:00 AM so they will need to be there at 8:45 AM on 8/19. All practices and events from 8/17 on are mandatory.

2. Arrive to practice at least 15 min early to get cleats on and jump into juggling groups

3. ONLY players on the most recent PIAA roster are permitted to practice. These are players who have registered and submitted an approved PIAA physical on arbiter. I cannot make any exceptions. Get this done tomorrow!

4. If a player is to miss for an excused absence (see team rules and regs), players/parents must communicate this to me IN WRITING prior to that practice on the google form found in the “Parent/Guardian” section. It is a brief form. Telling me on the field is not the thing to do as I will forget. Use the form please.

5. Uniforms will be handed out on Tuesday. I ordered more through the school so that we all match – V and JV. We will see tomorrow if they came in. If not, we will make do or schedule another round of individual pics later in the season.

I have updated the calendar and schedule (with the latest info in arbiter) as game dates and times have changed a little (2 games) and a few have been added (A JV match against LL and Varsity match against ND-ES).

We are still looking to add two Varsity matches and maybe an extra JV or two and I will update as soon as I know. I spoke with the AD yesterday about some potential opponents. We are getting close!!!!

Fresh bounties for PIAA Physical and Arbiter registrations! Wawa gift card if you can help the following get their registrations and physicals uploaded and or have them contact me regarding their status:

1. Adam A
2. Jeremiah RB
3. Tyam L

Time is truly running out! We need these guys!

1. Decide now if you are desiring to play with us this season. First though, know what that means. Do not start and stop on us when things get tough or you are not getting playing time or if we struggle. Commitment is thick and thin, I’ve got your back kind of stuff. Sports bring us together because we face a common enemy – the mission! What does this look like:

a. Present every day – practice or game (unless excused absence)

b. Physical/Registration done on time and players are ready to perform on August 17th

c. Players have worked hard to be in their best possible shape for their team.

d. Players have a growth mentality to earn starts and playing time. We have an open mind about our players and if you want to impress us – you can but we make no promises of starts or playing time. EARN IT! <– life lesson

e. Attack the mission with positivity, kindness, and humility.

2. I love all the guys – whether I saw you once this summer or 15 times. I hope you all come out – not for me – but for you. Memories you will get from playing are priceless. So, throw your hat in the ring, make your choices, get those physicals done, and get ready to make history starting August 17.

1. 7 Attendees this morning for captains practice! Connor, Braden, Dillard, Rogan, Yahriel, Jose, Ben Taube, and Stevie B. Great job being there boys. Thank you for leading this Braden.

2. Men who still need to register:

Tyam

Adam

James D (should be in on wednesday)

Ethan (active work on getting him cleared)

Juan

Rogan

Jeremiah B

Naseem

If you know these fellows, CALL THEM. TEXT THEM. HELP THEM. HAVE THEM CALL ME. I am calling and texting and doing all I can. Please direct them to THIS WEBSITE (Parent/Guardian) tab. We have only a few days left.

3. Check back here daily for information and instructions.

Make sure you make the effort to go and have some fun playing. I will ask Connor, Braden, and Dillard for a list as to who was there 🙂 It is still voluntary but if you are around – make every effort to be there – no one likes to set the alarm and wake up only to find a game of 3 v 3.

I have created a list and posted in the “Team Information” section of the website for anyone to check anytime.

1. All returning players have/will receive a third kit puma jersey, shorts and socks to match. These are for them to keep for memories and for us to wear as a “third” kit option. Take care of them and do not lose them. They cannot be easily reordered. New players or players who have not had their physical done will receive them once we are assured that they are with us to stay! The boys who have them have earned them.

2. I have contacted our AD about moving our scrimmage scheduled for 8/22 to the following week so players who signed up for SAT can take it. We have also contacted him early in the summer regarding moving games that currently conflict with XC to other dates and times. I will announce those changes when I know them.

3. Currently we have 15 games on our schedule and I have been told we are adding some independent non-league teams. Again, I will post when I know.

4. Pictures are scheduled right now for 8/18 at 8:30 AM at WAIS. I have requested that the time be adjusted closer to our starting practice time of 10:30. I will post here if that is the case.

5. Thank you to all the players and parents for transporting and coming to the summer (And spring) workouts. It is always a blessing to see and work with the boys. Is there any better job?