Transcript Montclair High School Football Manual 2015 Season Agenda for parent’s meeting 2015 Introductions: Head Coach Assistant Coaches Packets: Philosophy Guidelines Intangibles Under Program philosophy Coaching Plan (Academics) Coaching Plan (Football Program) Code of Conduct contract Recruiting.

Montclair
High School
Football
Manual
2015 Season
Agenda for parent’s meeting 2015
Introductions:
Head Coach
Assistant Coaches
Packets:
Philosophy
Guidelines
Intangibles
Under Program philosophy
Coaching Plan (Academics)
Coaching Plan (Football Program)
Code of Conduct contract
Recruiting (Hudl), Grades, Camps
7 on 7
Summer Calendar (Web Site)
montclairmountiesfootball.com
Varsity Letters:
Criteria
JV Rule
Academics
Student/Athletes may leave
Question and answers
Coaching Philosophy
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My philosophy with regard to coaching is student/athletes first, winning
second. I believe winning is important, but of even greater importance, is
providing opportunities for young people to grow and develop mentally as
well as physically and to make it an enjoyable experience. There are
valuable lessons to be learned from playing football and team sports
in general, that can be used throughout life. I also believe that
developing confidence and self-worth in young student/athletes is an
ongoing process essential to their success as individuals. At the same time,
emphasis must be placed on establishing an understanding and
appreciation for academics and for the “Team” concept relative to the
important roles they play in ones growth and success on and off the
football field. It has been my experience that emphasizing competitive
spirit, sportsmanship, responsibility, and commitment greatly enhance this
process. My goal is to prepare student/athletes and provide the
direction necessary for them to compete at their full potential in the
toughest game they will ever play...LIFE. I am a firm believer that
being “COMMITTED TO COMPETE” yields success on and off the
football field.
Football Program Guidelines
• Participation in the football program is a privilege, not a right!
Like the game itself, players must be able to play within the rules.
• Any and all forms of poor attitude/behavior observed by the
coaching staff or reported to the staff by players, teachers, parents,
or other responsible persons may be grounds for any player to be
disciplined.
• The coaching staff will fully investigate each situation where
discipline may be needed. After evaluating the facts of the incident,
appropriate disciplinary action will be taken.
• Because it is impossible to imagine every situation that may arise,
this document does not attempt to define all of the possibilities.
• It should be understood that all situations requiring discipline are not
listed here-in, and it does not and will not prohibit the coaching staff
from identifying inappropriate behavior and taking proper corrective
action.
• Repeat offenders will not be tolerated, after review by our
disciplinary council three strikes will usually result in dismissal from
the team.
• There may be situations that call for immediate dismissal from the
team, the coaching staff reserves the right to exercise this option.
• Not all incidents can be corrected through discipline, and in
situations where applicable, players will be assisted in seeking the
proper treatment.
• Discipline is a course of study used to improve mental and moral
training. It helps to insure adherence to the rules, provides
correction, and most importantly, it develops good character.
• The football program is “COMMITTED TO COMPETE”. Only the
well prepared and properly disciplined are able to reach and
ultimately surpass their goals.
• Footnote: This document does not supercede or replace any of the
rules or regulations set forth by the school district. It is designed to
compliment district policy, and emphasize the football program’s
commitment to both academic and athletic excellence.
Montclair High School
Football players
Intangibles
• Personal
• 1. You are at Montclair High School to graduate. You
must work hard every day toward that goal. See the
Head Coach if any academic problems arise.
• 2. Treat coaches and teammates with respect.
• 3. Absolutely no hats or sagging pants in school or
football related activities!
• 4. We will be mature about our approach to the game of
football. It will make winning the more important game of
life easier.
• 5. We will be on time. On time means 15 minutes early.
• 6. If an absence or tardiness is unavoidable, see the
Head Coach first.
• 7. Expect nothing but the best effort from your coaches
and accept nothing less than that from yourself.
• Football
• 1. The TEAM comes before the individual.
• 2. Treat your opponents with respect-- never ridicule
the opposition.
• 3. Call your coaches “COACH_______”
• 4. Call the official “Mr. Official”
• 5. Leave the coaching to the coaches, and leave the
officiating to the officials.
• 6. Never ridicule the officials.
• 7. Problems with football should be addressed to the
Head Coach.
• 8. Remarks detrimental to the team, coaches, or
teammates will not be tolerated. (Including Parents)
• 9. Win with grace, and if we must lose, do it with class.
Junior Varsity and Freshmen
Teams Philosophy
• Opportunity is my main philosophy as a head
coach when it comes to the under programs.
Pop Warner and the Montclair Cobras are a
great starting ground to pick up some
fundamentals and a love for the game; however
there are a lot of kids who don’t play football till
High School. This means for some of these
student/athletes we are their introduction to the
great game of football. It is important to give
these young people a solid foundation to
prepare them for the next level.
Freshmen football
• Freshmen Football is the introduction to high school
sports. When a student/athlete goes out for a fall sport
in their freshmen year it is the first time many of them will
face real competition. They will not only face competition
in the form of other schools but more importantly from
their peers. It is the first time that many of them will be
asked to practice or play six days a week, and in many
cases the first time that there will be a consequence for
missing any of these days. It is very important to get
these freshmen acclimated to how things are done right
away. Everyone who follows the team rules should have
an opportunity to play in every game. Our Freshman
philosophy is that everyone plays at least 10 plays. The
winning of games is learned, just like blocking or tackling
winning needs to be taught as well.
Junior Varsity
• Junior Varsity is used as a feeder system for
the varsity. I feel that every junior who does not
get significant playing time on the varsity level
should hone their skills on Mondays. Our goal is
for everyone who dresses to participate in a
quarter of playing time. I like to send as many
coaches as possible to all these levels to afford
them an opportunity to call plays and get better
as well. It also allows them to view our players
in a game situation to see how well they are
playing and help in their evaluations as football
players. (Sophomore games)
Coaching Plan
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This is a two part plan which consists of a disciplined academic program and a progressive football program
approach. The plan emphasizes the similarities between academic preparation and preparation for football.
l. Academic Program
A. Code of conduct (Mounties’ Code of Conduct)
a. Player/ parent signed agreement
b. Commitment to academics
B. Class Attendance
a. Absences (less than 7 a year, none during football)
b. Tardiness (Unacceptable)
C. Grade Policy
a. Expectations ( B’s or better)
b. Requirements (No F’s)
c. Monitoring/ progress sheets/Star portal
a. Clearing house (end of junior year)
D. Discipline Policy
a. Violation of grade requirements
b. Unacceptable classroom/ social conduct
E. Team Study Hall
a. Homework assistance
b. Study techniques
c. Volunteer tutors
F. Performance
a. Homework/ exams - playing eligibility
b. Citizenship
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II. Football Program
A. Code of Conduct (Mounties’ Code of Conduct)
a. Player/ parent signed agreement
b. Commitment to football
B. Attendance
a. Absence/ tardiness - games and practices
b. Absence/ tardiness - team meetings and related activities
C. Grade Policy
a. Progress reports/ interim reports
b. Report cards
D. Discipline Policy
a. Violation of school rules
b. Violation of team rules
E. Team Decisions
a. Players input
b. Coaches input
c. Administrations input
F. Performance
a. Off-season,practice, scrimmages, and games - playing time
b. Sportsmanship
Mounties’ Code of Conduct
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We have read and fully understand the rules of the Montclair High School football program.
Player: I recognize that my signature represents a full commitment to academics and to the football program. I
am aware that my conduct must be appropriate and reasonable at all times if I wish to remain a part of the
program. The eleven items listed below serve as a guideline for conduct that is unacceptable.
1. Poor school attendance and ineligible academic performance.
2. Absence from practice/ games and other football related meetings.
3. Tardiness to practice/ games and other football related meetings.
4. Disrespect of coaching staff, teachers, administrators, teammates, and classmates. (I.e. open disobedience,
cursing, and physical violence)
5. Failure to keep football areas clean!
6. Failure to adhere to treatment schedules when injured.
7. Poor classroom/ social conduct.
8. Failure to give your best effort in the classroom.
9. Failure to give your best effort at practice and during games.
10. Use of alcohol and/ or drugs
11. Quitting the team
12. Parental discussion of playing time with coaches is unacceptable! 24 Hour rule is for other concerns!
Parent: I recognize that my signature represents full support of my child’s decision to participate in the Montclair
High School football program. I am aware that his conduct must be appropriate and responsible at all times and
will encourage him to abide by the team rules.
Player’s Signature_________________________ Dated___________________
Parent’s Signature_________________________ Dated___________________
Criteria for a Varsity Letter
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Attendance at 95% of all the practices
(including games) 80 of 84 not including
religious holidays.
Maintains a respectable GPA (2.5 or better)
Is a role model throughout the school (stays
out of trouble)
If a player misses more than 1 Tuesday after a
JV game they forfeit their Varsity letter for that
season.
* Please make all appointments after 6:30pm if
possible.
Weekly Practice Schedules
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Varsity
Mondays – from after school to 6:00pm
Tuesdays – from after school to 6:30 pm
Wednesdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
Thursdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
Fridays if we play on Saturday - from after school to
9:30 pm
• Fridays if we play on Friday – 30 minutes after the
game ends or bus arrives back at school
• Saturdays if we play on Friday night – 9:00am 12:00pm
• Saturdays if we play on Saturday - 30 minutes after
the game ends or bus arrives back at school
Junior Varsity
• Mondays – 30 minutes after the game ends or bus
arrives back at school
• Tuesdays – from after school to 6:30 pm
• Wednesdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
• Thursdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
• Fridays if we play on Saturday - from after school to
9:30 pm / Fridays if we play on Friday – 30 minutes
after the game ends or bus arrives back at school
• Saturdays if we play on Friday night – 9:00am 12:00pm
• Saturdays if we play on Saturday - 30 minutes after
the game ends or bus arrives back at school
Freshmen
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Mondays – from after school to 6:30pm
Tuesdays – from after school to 6:30 pm
Wednesdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
Thursdays - from after school to 6:30 pm
Fridays if they play on Friday – after the team meal
or 30 minutes after the game
Fridays if they play on Saturday - from after school to
after the team meal(7:30pm)
Saturdays if they play on Friday night – 9:00am 12:00pm
Saturdays if they play on Saturday - 30 minutes after
the game ends or bus arrives back at school
*Special Note – Please do not schedule any vacations
after August 10th 2015 for this season!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
7 on 7 schedule
Sunday June 14th @ Maryland football camp 4:30am 8:00am
Saturday June 20th @ Monmouth 6:40am
Saturday June 27th @ Rutgers 7:00am
Others may be added
Recruiting and Summer camps
Football Camps
One Day Camps
Combines
Recruiting Services
Outsiders
Parents responsibilities
Coaches Responsibilities
Player Responsibilities
Coach Fiore’s Info
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Home # 908-931-1561
Cell # 908-418-6668
School # 973-509-4100 ext. 5536
E-Mail – [email protected]
School Email [email protected]
• Twitter: hfc_ johnfiore
Grid Iron Club
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President – Chad Riley
Secretary – Jami Ransom
VP – Denice Corpening-Diaz
Treasurer – DeAnna Beedy
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