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2014 Player-Parent FOOTBALL MEETING

2014 Player-Parent FOOTBALL MEETING. 2014 Coaching Staff. Freshmen Head Coach – Darren Best (“O” Line), Luke Boline (RB’s), Curtis Eischens (WR’s), Rick Helling (QB’s), Dave Bierly (DB’s), Jason Reader (“D” Line), Chad Thorp (LB’s) Sophomores

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2014 Player-Parent FOOTBALL MEETING

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  1. 2014 Player-ParentFOOTBALL MEETING

  2. 2014 Coaching Staff • Freshmen • Head Coach – Darren Best (“O” Line), Luke Boline (RB’s), Curtis Eischens (WR’s), Rick Helling (QB’s), Dave Bierly (DB’s), Jason Reader (“D” Line), Chad Thorp (LB’s) • Sophomores • Head Coach – John Croyle (QB’s), Jason Bell (“O” Line), Roger French (“O” Line), Mike Lewis (RB’s), Bronson Shepherd (WR’s), Bryan Dammann (DB’s), Brad Eby (D Line), Jalon Hopkins (DB’s) • Varsity • Head Coach – Dave Nelson (“O” Line), Jesse Nelson (QB’s), Careino Gurley (TE’s), Cullen Nelson (RB’s), Jason Opsal (WR’s), John Mattox (“O” Line), Greg Clough (Inside LB’s), Josh Stephan (“D” Line), Dave Shoemaker (OLB’s), Terry Westermann (Corners), Gary Radziej (“D” Line)

  3. Summer Program Online Registration All registrations must be completed online.To register for the Summer Strength Training online go to the Minnetonka School District web site: http://www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us/ Go to the bottom of the page to “Quick Links” Click the “Online WebStore” link Click on “Minnetonka High School” Click on “Strength & Conditioning” Click on Option 1: HIGH SCHOOL GROUP TRAINING Select: 9:00 – 11:00 AM Group

  4. Mission Statement “Developing quality men for life while pursuing excellence on the field” We will have passion, character, and toughness.

  5. Football Program’s Beliefs • Academics are #1 • Multi-sport athletes are more successful • Strength training is key • Every player is coached • Pride, respect, and discipline are important • Winning takes care of itself

  6. Coaching Expectations • Organized • Knowledgeable • Great teacher • Loyal • Caring • Prepared • Coach every player

  7. Ten Things We Owe Our Players • Individual time • Encouragement regardless of ability • A reasonable opportunity • A great role model – appearance and behavior • The absence of foul language • Assistance and guidance with personal problems • A structured athletic environment at practice and games • Recognition for every player’s contribution • Fair, firm, and consistent discipline • The right to a career absent from a year around single sport mentality

  8. Academics • Summer School grades do not count toward eligibility • Every player must pass 5 classes 4th Term • Ineligible players can participate in practice but cannot play until 5 passing grades are reported mid-term of 1st Quarter

  9. Minnetonka FootballReading Program Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 AM following 4 of our Summer Practices Tuesdays – June 24, July 8, July 15 Thursdays – June 26 Objective: To keep students reading over the summer to facilitate enjoyment of reading What it will look like: * Small book groups (6 – 8 members) * Each session will involve reading and discussion What students will be reading: * Freshmen – Season of Life (Jeffrey Marx) * Sophomores – Quiet Strength (Tony Dungy) * Varsity – All Pro Wisdom (Matt Birk) How you can help: * Encourage your son to read during free time

  10. Equipment Issue Sunday, June 8 (MHS Locker Room) • Seniors – 5:00-5:30 PM • Juniors – 5:30-6:00 PM • Sophomores – 6:00-6:30 PM • Freshmen – 6:30-7:00 PM Monday, June 9 (MHS Locker Room) • All Grades – 5:00-6:00 PM Need Football Shoes

  11. “O” & “D” Camp “O” & “D” Camp - $75 (Includes Camp and Summer Practices) Tuesday, June 17-Thursday, June 19 (Full Pads) Daily Schedule 8:00-8:45 AM Meetings – Meet in Black Box 9:00-11:00 AM Practice 11:15-11:45 AM Lunch 11:45-12:15 AM Meetings 12:30-2:30 PM Practice

  12. Summer Practice Schedule • Tuesday and Thursday (8:00-9:45 AM) • Tuesdays – 6/24, 7/8, 7/15 • Thursdays – 6/26, 7/10, 7/17 • Stadium Field – Helmets-Shoulder Pads-Shorts

  13. 2014 Football Schedule • 9 “A – Friday Games • 9 “B” – Monday Games • 10 “A” – Thursday Games • 10 “B” - Friday Games • JV – Day After Varsity Games • Varsity Schedule • Labor Day Practice – Varsity – 8:00 AM-Noon Sophomores – 9:00 AM-12:15 PM Freshmen – No Practice • MEA Practice Schedule Freshmen – Off Sophomores – Off Varsity - Off

  14. 2014 Football Calendar • Monday, August 4 – Start Practice • Thursday, August 7 – Pictures (Lifetouch) Time TBD • Monday, August 11 – Gold Card Blitz • Thursday, August 14 – Kickoff Night • Saturday, August 16 – Freshmen Scrimmage @ Chanhassen (10:00 AM) • Saturday, August 16 – Sophomore Scrimmage @ Chaska (10:00 AM) • Saturday, August 16 – Varsity Scrimmage @ Minnetonka (10:00 AM) • Friday, August 22 – Sophomore “A” @ Hudson (3:00 PM) • Friday, August 22 – Freshmen “A” @ Hudson (3:00 PM) • Friday, August 22 – Freshmen “B” @ Hudson (3:00 PM) • Friday, August 22 – Varsity @ Hudson (7:00 PM) • Saturday, August 24 – Sophomore “B” Home vs. Hudson (10:00 AM) • Saturday, August 24 – JV Home vs. Hudson (10:00 AM) • Monday, September 1 – Labor Day practice (No Practice) • Tuesday, September 2 – First Day of School

  15. Forms and Fees – July Mailing • Registration: July 7-July 25 • Football Fee: $200 + $75 • Registration Process: Online • Forms: Physical, MSHSL, Emergency Transportation

  16. QB’S Check Out A FootballFrom Coach Jesse Nelson

  17. Trickey/Wright QBWR Camp • QB’s and WR’s Only (Fee - $199) • Session 1 June 14-15 June 13 (Noon-4:00 PM) June 14 (8:00 AM-Noon) • Session 2 June 15-16 June 15 (Noon-4:00 PM) June 16 (8:00 AM-Noon) • Session 3 June 17-18 July 23 (Noon-4:00 PM) July 24 (8:00-Noon)

  18. Varsity Passing Scrimmages • Thursday, July 10 – @ Osseo High School • Thursday, July 17 – @ Osseo High School • 9:00-11:00 AM • Helmets, Shoulder Pads, Thigh Pads Minnetonka Osseo Coon Rapids Lakeville North There will be practice for Freshmen and Sophomores and Varsity “O” & “D” Linemen from 8:00-9:45 AM

  19. Summer Strength & Conditioning Summer Program High School Schedule - MWF Group Training: ($110) Players entering Grades 10-12: Sign Up for 8:00 AM Session Players entering Grade 9: Sign Up for 9:00 AM Session Meet at the Pagel Center Starts Monday, June 16 Ends Friday, August 1

  20. Speed Development • Must commit to running sessions on M/W • Skill pattern running program • Play basketball or racquetball • Strength training is key • Practice the skill of sprinting

  21. Eat breakfast everyday Eat healthy within 30 minutes of a strength workout Attempt to gain 1-2 lbs each week. This translates to 8-10 lbs before practice begins in August Strength training is key Weight Gain & Nutrition

  22. Zibby Nunn and Jody Boyd are the exclusive provider of athletic training services for Minnetonka High School athletes. • If an athlete is injured on the field in practice or in a game, they should see the trainer who is covering the event. • The trainer will then evaluate the athlete to determine further appropriate treatment. • NovaCare Rehabilitation provides complimentary injury evaluations to Minnetonka athletes, students, coaches and families.

  23. Three Easy Ways To Get An Injury Evaluation 1. Visit your Athletic Trainer NovaCare provides a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to the athletes, students and coaches at most varsity home events and to the game preceding that game. The ATC will also be available every day after school in the high school training room. Feel free to talk with the Athletic Trainer or Sports Medicine Professional about your injury and what type of rehabilitation you might need. 2. Injury Evaluation at our Ridgedale Site Call our Ridgedale NovaCare Clinic to set up a convenient appointment time with one of our highly trained physical therapists or athletic trainers. You will be evaluated and a plan will be formulated to return you to your activity quickly and safely. Their number is (952) 545-0663. 3.Injury Hotline: (email to myinjuryquestions@novacare.com Email our Injury Hotline to get information and advice on athletic injuries. A Certified Athletic Trainer or Physical Therapist will review your symptoms and help formulate a plan to get you back to your activity quickly and safely.

  24. Nike Merchandise Program Due Date – Monday, May 20th Write a Check or Sell T-Shirts • All fundraiser orders online this year. • First 4 items sold will earn credit toward required spirit pack. • Spirit Pack (Tee and Short) will be issued on equipment handout day on Sunday, June 8th or Monday, June 9th • Spirit Pack may also be purchased. • Tee Shirt - $12 • Short - $20 • Additional items will earn credit toward optional sweat suit.  Each Additional item sold will count as $8 towards purchase of a sweatsuit. 11 additional items sold (15 total) will pay for spirit pack and sweat suit completely! • Sweat suit may be ordered at equipment handout day. • Sophs – Nike Team Overtime Jacket and Pant - $88 • Varsity – Nike Team KO Tech Fleece Hood and Pant – $88 • Payment must be made on order.  Any credits earned via online fundraiser will be deducted from your total.  Tuesday, May 20 is online deadline

  25. Keep up to date by checking out our website at minnetonkafoobtall.org Minnetonka Football Website

  26. Minnetonka Football on Twitter • @TonkaFB • Updates and reminders to Players, Coaches, and Fans.

  27. Water Softener Salt Fundraiser • Turn in Orders no later than June 19 • Goal – 50 bags • Pick Up – 8:00 AM-4:00 PM June 28th @ Cub (Highway 7 and 101)

  28. Summer Strength Teams Draft

  29. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUB It takes a team off the field…. to support one on the field Official Minnetonka Football Booster Club 501.3c non-profit Volunteer run and supported $132,000 annual fundraising need Support 700 Minnetonka student athletes.

  30. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUBFundraising Events

  31. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUB2014 Expenses • Hudl • All-Star Game • Postage/Mailings • Coach’s Clinics • Annual Pledge • Summer Internship • Add’ Coaches Salaries • Varsity Retreat • Equipment • Technology • Uniforms • Men of Character Program • Team Banquets

  32. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUB

  33. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUB

  34. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUB2014 Important Dates

  35. MINNETONKA TOUCHDOWN CLUBHow can you help? • Join the 2014 Minnetonka Touchdown Club. • Paul Mattiacci • Annual memberships start at $25. • Volunteer • Please contact Coach Nelson, your Grade Rep or any Touchdown Club Board Member • Salt Sale – Summer - June 28th, Winter - February 2015 • Scott Cote • Parent volunteers are needed to deliver salt • Golf Classic – July 18th • Troy Anderson/Chris Johnson • Get a foursome, volunteer and join us for dinner & the auction • Gold Cards-August 11th • Coach Nelson/Corrine Kubal • Volunteer, help your player sell their share • Football Apparel– • Show your pride – buy & wear Tonka football apparel, volunteer on game night

  36. Minnetonka Football Golf Classic – Deer Run We Need You! • Friday, July 18 (1:00 PM Shotgun Start) • Golfers • Hole Sponsors • Silent Auction Items • Live Auction Items • Raffle Prizes

  37. Allied Waste Fundraiser

  38. 2014 Game Program Contact Carey Bohn  952-215-2418 if you are interested in placing an ad in this year’s program

  39. Advice To Parents Make sure your son gets off to a good academic start – Skyward, Coaching Staff Support. Encourage your son to be a multi sport athlete as long as possible. Encourage your son to “hang in there” with football – understand the process – “A” and “B” Team. Prepare your son for the path, not the path for your son. Love your son, don’t fall in love with him. Release your son to athletics.

  40. Contact Information Dave Nelson Head Football Coach Minnetonka High School 18301 Highway 7 Minnetonka MN 55345 (952) 401-5948 dave.nelson@minnetonka.k12.mn.us http://www.minnetonkafootball.org

  41. MHS FOOTBALL CONCUSSION HISTORY

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