Players are expected to maintain what I call the "Maroon and Gold Standard" This includes Academics, Participation in team activities and fundraising events, working out or participating in other sports during the offseason, and avoiding any disciplinary issues within the school and community. Players that meet the Maroon and Gold Standard will be allowed special benefits like first selection of jerseys, front line access to team dinners, and other benefits.
Academics will be made an emphasis in the Dimond Football program. Students will be expected to complete grade check forms at least every 2 weeks and check in with me daily if their G.P.A. drops below a 2.0. We will also have after-school study hull sessions.
The grade check form will be completed using this link here:
Players will be asked to participate in fundraising activities throughout the year. Each player will have an " individual account" that a portion of each fundraising activity will be credited. It is expected that each player will reach their fundraising goals at the beginning and end of each season. This money will be used to purchase each player a "Spirit Pack"(that will include team-issued workout gear), meals/snacks for the team, and extra travel costs. This will hopefully negate the need to collect money at different times throughout the year. In the next 3 seasons we will be:
Buying new game pants and possibly traveling to Juneau (2022 Season)
New Jerseys and likely traveling to Juneau (2023 Season)
Possible Lower 48 Travel (2024 Season)
The only way to achieve these goals, is to stay in good financial standing as a program and begin fundraising as soon as possible.
After spring break we will likely have workouts or gym time three to four times a week, after Track and Field practice, likely 4-6 Monday- Thursday. We will also continue to have the occasional Saturday workout. Players are not required but are highly encouraged to attend as many team work outs as possible. Football is a team sport and spending time together, as a team, is another benefit of the workouts. We will also have Team Events to help build camaraderie and pride in our School and Community