DOUGLAS POP WARNER PARENT’S NEWSLETTER
Week of August 20, 2007
JAMBOREE
The annual Al Barbieri Jamboree takes place this Saturday at Carson High in Carson City. This is a season kick-off scrimmage where your team will play 3 other teams for 20 minutes total each. They’ll play 10 minutes one way (offense/defense), and then switch. It is exciting as most of the 60 teams from the Conference will be present. It is also crowded as each scrimmage is on only half of a field. That means there are four teams with their fans on each field! What fun! Your coach will tell you when to be there.
Prior to playing in the Jamboree all teams are weighed, and players given their Certified Weight. It is important that you watch your child’s intake on the way to the Jamboree. If he is close on weight, don’t feed him a burger, fries and a milkshake on the way because he is hungry. We’ve had that happen only to see the child miss weight by a pound.
Male players should dress in shorts and be bare chested or wearing lightweight T-shirt, no shoes for weigh-in. Socks are okay - especially if the pavement is hot. They will change into their uniforms and get ready to play after they get Certified Weights.
Have your child ready to weigh-in in plenty of time. Leave early to assure a timely arrival. Your coach will tell you when he wants you there. It is IMPORTANT to be on time as there are thousands of players that need to get certified and they cannot wait around for stragglers.
Players, rostered coaches, and children 15 and under get in free. Admission is $5 per person 16 and older. The Jamboree Schedule is being revised – we will distribute it as soon as we are authorized.
VOLUNTEERS are needed for the Jamboree. We are scheduled to provide volunteers from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00, or so. Undoubtedly there will be a need for volunteers in the afternoon so feel free to volunteer for those time slots as well. Contact your Team Manager before she/he contacts you! This is very important not just for Douglas, but for the entire Sagebrush Empire Conference so our Jamboree operates as planned. The Douglas volunteer corps is the stuff of legends – Keep up the tradition folks – give us a hand. Thank you very much!
SCRIMMAGE
The Jamboree is only a scrimmage, folks. Most coaches will be looking at their players and not showing too much in the way of plays or of their talent pool. Don’t get too excited as your coach is saving the good stuff for games. Also, the mandatory play rule does not apply at the Jamboree. Your child may not play in each scrimmage as things will be very confusing or the coach is looking at somebody else in a position, but they will get their plays in during regular games. Keep your cheering positive – exhibit Douglas sportsmanship at all times.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Saturday, August 25th: Jamboree, Carson High
Saturday, September 15th: Photo Day – Lampe Park
TIGERTHON
The prize is here and its GR-R-RE-E-E-A-AT! It can’t be stressed enough how important the Tiger-thon is to the success of your program. Be sure to put your name on your Sweatshirt when you get it – they all look alike from the outside! Just ask people for a donation – you’ll find it’s quite easy. It adds up a little at a time – the next thing you know you’ll have your $100 – or more! Turn-in days are Tuesday and Thursday. Have your donors make their checks out to Douglas Pop Warner, or DPW.
CHEER CORNER
What a great clinic the Douglas High Cheerleaders gave our coaches and girls Saturday! Douglas Varsity coach, Carrie Monk, and some of her squad, came to give our girls a jump start (sic) to their season! It was wonderful and enjoyed by all! Thank you all that participated! Our cheer coaches also went to a Sagebrush Cheer Coach Clinic on Sunday – a busy weekend for cheer coaches! Thank you, Ladies, for your commitment!
HELPFUL HINTS
This Thursday, 8/23, is Back to School Night in some schools. Your coach has been authorized to change his/her practice schedule that night to cooperate with the schools. Your coach will advise you of changes.
Tiger Trauma
Our Tiger Family is suffering another tragedy. One of our alumni, David Phillips, 16, is at Renown Medical Intensive Care after an accident while he was being irresponsible. The indiscretion of his youth went too far and has had a far reaching effect in the community, especially our Tiger community. His father, Pee Wee Head Coach Mike Phillips, and mother,our recent Vice-President, Cheer Coordinator, and HLA representative, Melissa Nickerson, are hoping good may come to others by their candid and public acknowledgement of his misdeed, suffering, and struggle for life. Our thoughts and prayers are with them. Donations can be made at the snackbar, or to a special account: Greater Nevada Credit Union #877473. Make checks to Mindy Miller, account coordinator. Update Hotline: 775-742-8343.
If you have questions about what is going on, not going on, is going to happen, etc., call your coach or one of the following: Parent Advocate: Lisa Wetzel-782-8777, ext.254, 782-4073; Commissioner: Mike Biaggini-782-6250, 265-2679, Cheer Coordinator: Cliff Brewer 450-1792, or Jim Valentine, President- 782-8777, ext.255, 781-3704. www.douglaspopwarner.com
Thanks for your participation and cooperation!
TIGER SPIRIT GEAR
Tiger Spirit is available in the snackbar. The gear bags should be here soon – keep checking. Backpacks are back as are stadium seats, visors, etc. NEW: Fuzzy Tiger Dice and Hitch Covers!
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Friday, August 24, 2007
Tigerbeat for August 13, 2007
Douglas Pop Warner Parent’s Newsletter
Week of August 13, 2007
PRACTICE
Football is a contact sport and it is important that your child come to practice ready to pay attention. It isn’t always the child slacking off that gets hurt. A missed block can result in an excessively hard hit on a running back that would have been avoided by an alert player.
If you drop your child(ren) off at practice early understand that they are not supervised by the coach or by Pop Warner administrators until the scheduled time for the practice to start. Children at the field before their scheduled practice are your responsibility! If you have two children in the program that start at different times, make sure they understand that they are not to do uncoached risky activities - stunts, tackling, etc. while they wait for their practiced to start. Our insurance does not cover accidents that are not incurred during a practice session or game. If your child is injured before or after practice it is your responsibility.
Practices are 2 hours each, however a 10 or 15 minute break is mandated for each hour practiced. (15 minutes is the hot weather rules requirement) These do not apply towards the practice time so your 2-hour practice will take 2 hours and 10 or 15 minutes depending on the weather.
WEIGHT
We have several players that are working on gaining or losing weight to remain in their division of play. We do not condone any extreme measures for weight loss/gain. They can usually lose the necessary weight by working out and eating “clean”. We are all watching their efforts and applaud them for their desire to play. It isn't easy, folks, and encouragement is appreciated. Let them know that you're behind them-it helps. These guys are working hard just so they can play. Results will be known at Jamboree. Be careful, work hard, good luck!
JAMBOREE
Remember to block your calendar for August 25th–the date of the annual Sagebrush Empire Jamboree. Besides the opportunity to scrimmage against the other teams in your age/weight bracket, this is when Certified Weights are established. It is imperative that your child attend, and your assistance as a volunteer is much needed and appreciated.
We need volunteers to work at the Jamboree. This is very important to us and to the League. With 70 teams plus some cheerleaders, parents, siblings, etc., in attendance it is a very BIG event. We must help run it in order for it to work properly and for us to get our share of the proceeds. Please volunteer to help us that day - an hour or 4 from several of you will really help us. We need volunteers all day long from 7:30 a.m. to approx. 3:00 pm. This is a serious plea, folks. Please hear it and volunteer. Everything about Pop Warner is volunteer - your coaches, administrators, etc. This is a way for you to help. Contact your Team Manager. THANKS!
EXTRA EFFORT
Many thanks to the football and cheer coaches that attended the DPW coach clinic last weekend. After a full week of practice, your 8 hours in the “classroom” on Saturday will greatly benefit your players. Special thanks to Bobby Wartgow, Head of Douglas County Paramedics, and wife Sandy for their First Aid talk; Chris Whitbeck, Head referee for Sagebrush Empire; Cheyenne of Velocity Sports Performance; Carrie Monk, Head Coach Douglas Varsity Cheer; and Mike Rippee, Head Coach Douglas High Football. The speakers were exceptional and the interaction between the coaches and speakers was invigorating and enlightening.
Your coaches helped at gear issue last weekend; attended the DPW clinic on Saturday. They are giving a lot of their free time to become better coaches for your child’s benefit. They exemplify commitment – a value your child will undoubtedly learn from them.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Saturday, August 25th: Jamboree, Carson High
Saturday, September 15th: Photo Day – Lampe Park
HELPFUL HINTS
DPW has ZERO TOLERANCE for drinking on the fields. You will be removed from the park. You might be reported to the authorities. Watching your child practice or play is a privilege that can be removed. Do the right thing and drink responsibly. Drinking at a youth sports activity is not being responsible. Tobacco is also not tolerated – move away from the field and the children to indulge. Thank you.
Do not let your child ride his bike with a football helmet on. It is not designed for that activity and severely limits the peripheral vision. What might seem a safety move, putting the helmet on to ride a bike, is actually putting your child in peril.
Questions on your child’s gear fitting right – talk to your coach. You want it snug for optimum protection. Every child was “fitted” when the gear was issued, but feel free to have your coach double check it if you have a concern.
Rumors are the quickest way to ruin an organization. Don’t buy in to them – especially if they sound incredulous. They usually are. If you have a question talk to your Business Manager, Coach, or any of the people below. There is only one truth – the shades of gray you hear from the rumor-mongers serve only to stroke their drama-seeking egos, not to advance the positive experience of your child.
The Tiger Beat is on our website for your enjoyment or that of people you know. Refer them to the website so they can stay current. Sagebrush Empire information is available at sagebrushpopwarner.com.
If you have questions about what is going on, not going on, is going to happen, etc., call your coach or one of the following: Parent Advocate: Lisa Wetzel-782-8777, ext.254, 781-5472; Football Commissioner: Mike Biaggini-782-6250, 265-2679, Cheer Coordinator: Cliff Brewer – 450-1792, or Jim Valentine 782-8777, ext.255, 781-3704.
douglaspopwarner.com
Thanks for your participation and cooperation!
Week of August 13, 2007
PRACTICE
Football is a contact sport and it is important that your child come to practice ready to pay attention. It isn’t always the child slacking off that gets hurt. A missed block can result in an excessively hard hit on a running back that would have been avoided by an alert player.
If you drop your child(ren) off at practice early understand that they are not supervised by the coach or by Pop Warner administrators until the scheduled time for the practice to start. Children at the field before their scheduled practice are your responsibility! If you have two children in the program that start at different times, make sure they understand that they are not to do uncoached risky activities - stunts, tackling, etc. while they wait for their practiced to start. Our insurance does not cover accidents that are not incurred during a practice session or game. If your child is injured before or after practice it is your responsibility.
Practices are 2 hours each, however a 10 or 15 minute break is mandated for each hour practiced. (15 minutes is the hot weather rules requirement) These do not apply towards the practice time so your 2-hour practice will take 2 hours and 10 or 15 minutes depending on the weather.
WEIGHT
We have several players that are working on gaining or losing weight to remain in their division of play. We do not condone any extreme measures for weight loss/gain. They can usually lose the necessary weight by working out and eating “clean”. We are all watching their efforts and applaud them for their desire to play. It isn't easy, folks, and encouragement is appreciated. Let them know that you're behind them-it helps. These guys are working hard just so they can play. Results will be known at Jamboree. Be careful, work hard, good luck!
JAMBOREE
Remember to block your calendar for August 25th–the date of the annual Sagebrush Empire Jamboree. Besides the opportunity to scrimmage against the other teams in your age/weight bracket, this is when Certified Weights are established. It is imperative that your child attend, and your assistance as a volunteer is much needed and appreciated.
We need volunteers to work at the Jamboree. This is very important to us and to the League. With 70 teams plus some cheerleaders, parents, siblings, etc., in attendance it is a very BIG event. We must help run it in order for it to work properly and for us to get our share of the proceeds. Please volunteer to help us that day - an hour or 4 from several of you will really help us. We need volunteers all day long from 7:30 a.m. to approx. 3:00 pm. This is a serious plea, folks. Please hear it and volunteer. Everything about Pop Warner is volunteer - your coaches, administrators, etc. This is a way for you to help. Contact your Team Manager. THANKS!
EXTRA EFFORT
Many thanks to the football and cheer coaches that attended the DPW coach clinic last weekend. After a full week of practice, your 8 hours in the “classroom” on Saturday will greatly benefit your players. Special thanks to Bobby Wartgow, Head of Douglas County Paramedics, and wife Sandy for their First Aid talk; Chris Whitbeck, Head referee for Sagebrush Empire; Cheyenne of Velocity Sports Performance; Carrie Monk, Head Coach Douglas Varsity Cheer; and Mike Rippee, Head Coach Douglas High Football. The speakers were exceptional and the interaction between the coaches and speakers was invigorating and enlightening.
Your coaches helped at gear issue last weekend; attended the DPW clinic on Saturday. They are giving a lot of their free time to become better coaches for your child’s benefit. They exemplify commitment – a value your child will undoubtedly learn from them.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Saturday, August 25th: Jamboree, Carson High
Saturday, September 15th: Photo Day – Lampe Park
HELPFUL HINTS
DPW has ZERO TOLERANCE for drinking on the fields. You will be removed from the park. You might be reported to the authorities. Watching your child practice or play is a privilege that can be removed. Do the right thing and drink responsibly. Drinking at a youth sports activity is not being responsible. Tobacco is also not tolerated – move away from the field and the children to indulge. Thank you.
Do not let your child ride his bike with a football helmet on. It is not designed for that activity and severely limits the peripheral vision. What might seem a safety move, putting the helmet on to ride a bike, is actually putting your child in peril.
Questions on your child’s gear fitting right – talk to your coach. You want it snug for optimum protection. Every child was “fitted” when the gear was issued, but feel free to have your coach double check it if you have a concern.
Rumors are the quickest way to ruin an organization. Don’t buy in to them – especially if they sound incredulous. They usually are. If you have a question talk to your Business Manager, Coach, or any of the people below. There is only one truth – the shades of gray you hear from the rumor-mongers serve only to stroke their drama-seeking egos, not to advance the positive experience of your child.
The Tiger Beat is on our website for your enjoyment or that of people you know. Refer them to the website so they can stay current. Sagebrush Empire information is available at sagebrushpopwarner.com.
If you have questions about what is going on, not going on, is going to happen, etc., call your coach or one of the following: Parent Advocate: Lisa Wetzel-782-8777, ext.254, 781-5472; Football Commissioner: Mike Biaggini-782-6250, 265-2679, Cheer Coordinator: Cliff Brewer – 450-1792, or Jim Valentine 782-8777, ext.255, 781-3704.
douglaspopwarner.com
Thanks for your participation and cooperation!
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