program plan the model for achieving and sustaining a high level of success in the football program...

<School> <Mascot>Program Plan

The model for achieving and sustaining a high level of success in

the <Mascot> football program

The X’s and O’s are the easy part

Fourth and one - go for it.

Program vs. Team

• The biggest decision the head coach can make is to treat the football operations as a program rather than as a team– That is, to take a long-term view of the football operations and not look

at this next season as the only thing that matters– When that decision is made, then everything will fall into place

• A football program is like a company in that it has no end point, it continues long after the people involved today have moved on– A program can have any number of teams (projects, or seasons), but a

team can belong to only one program– The program has no time limitations and is not bound to any single

time period (season), and the members belong to both the program and to the specific team(s) within that program

– A program view is that every decision is made for the program and that there will be multiple teams in multiple seasons, the things we do today will help us not only in this season, but those seasons that will follow

• A football team is like a project, something that is done one time, to meet specific objectives, with a definite end point– A team view is that everything is for the team we have this season,

nothing else existed before this team, nothing is seen to follow after this team, the only relationships are those that interact with the team this season

– We know that there will be teams that follow this year’s team, and that we honor those teams that came before, but operationally, this team right now is the only team that matters

Program Plan

Once the decision has been made to be a program rather than a team, the first order of business is to begin organizing as a program. The primary areas to consider include:

• Program goals, objectives, and strategies– This defines the ‘look and feel’ of the football

program

• Infrastructure– Using the hard and soft infrastructure items to

identify relationships related to the football program, and then build and enhance those relationships

• Operations– How the day to day work of running the football

program will be done

Primary Responsibilities of the Head Coach

• As head coach I am responsible for developing and communicating the Mission Statement and the Core Values of the program– These define the overriding principles under which we will

operate the <School> football program

• Once I have established the Mission Statement and Core Values, I will then develop my vision for the team in these areas:– On the field

• Goals and expectations for the team for wins and losses, league, section, state

• What I see for the offense, defense, special teams, team attitude– Off the field

• What the players do when they are not playing/in-season– Stands

• What the stands will be like – full, crazy, band, student section, talking, excitement

– Classroom• Expectations for the players as students

– Community• Community service, working with parents, family, vendors, local

businesses, school staff and administration, Booster’s

Mission Statement

Football offers tangible benefits to a young man because it requires him to develop will-power, self-control, clear thinking under pressure, memory, sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, and helps in the formation of good habits.ParticipateThe <mascot> football program will bring student athletes together and enable each player to grow and mature by emphasizing the following actions in every aspect of the program:

• We will build confidence, self-esteem, and a feeling of contribution within each person in our program

• We will encourage open and honest communication from all program members

• We will respect the dignity and diversity of each person on the program

• We will commit to program unity through strong leadership principles and trust in each other

• We will acknowledge our Core Values each and every day

It is the mission of the <Mascot> football program to create an environment where each player will have the opportunity to play a part in these actions each day, recognize the benefits, and prepare him to be successful after <School>.

Core ValuesLoyalty When you have loyalty, your words and deeds match each other. To

me loyalty includes values like honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness. When the players take the field I have to trust them that they will do everything in their power to perform their assigned task. Conversely, they have to trust that the staff and I are also doing everything we can to enable them, and the team, to be successful.

Courage The personal strength that enables a leader to handle fear, make difficult decisions, take risks, confront change, accept responsibility, and be self reliant.

Leadership Although there are some exceptions, leaders are made, not born. By developing leadership abilities in the players it will make us a better team. The more we invest in developing team leaders, the greater our return.

Self-sacrifice A team cannot be successful if players think just of themselves. When the players see the needs of others as importantly as they see they own needs they can truly begin to reach out to others around them. One of the constants in leadership is sacrifice which is an ongoing process and not a one-time payment. Sacrifice is the loss of the right to think about yourself. As responsibilities increase, rights decrease.

Perseverance No matter how hard a task is, perseverance shows that you have the persistence necessary to succeed. The willingness to continue working toward something after the fun has left is dependent on the attitude of the player. Our attitude cannot stop our feelings, but they can keep our feelings from stopping us.

PROGRAM GOALS

If no one laughs at your dreams, you're not dreaming big enough.

If you're not going to make your dreams epic, why bother to dream at all?Scott Miller – Song "Say Ho"

Vision to Reality

• The implementation of the vision statement(s) will not happen by wishing, it takes hard work, by a lot of people, in a lot of areas, to achieve program success

• For the hard work to be effective it requires substantial planning every year– Strategic planning is the formal consideration of

an organization's future course necessary to support the program vision. All strategic planning deals with at three key questions:

• "What do we do?"• "For whom do we do it?"• "How do we excel?“

• The result of the yearly planning will be the goals, objectives, and strategies for successfully achieving the vision

Definitions

• The language of planning is full of specialized terms. However the largest/highest importance definitions are the following which identify the boundaries for the Goals, Objectives, and Strategies:

• Goals vs. Objectives– Goals are broad; objectives are narrow– Goals are general intentions; objectives are precise– Goals are intangible; objectives are tangible– Goals are abstract; objectives are concrete– Goals can't be validated as is; objectives can be validated

• Goals – Goals are defined as all-encompassing statements about the general direction of the football program. Actions must be taken in order to reach Goals. Actions must be evaluated to gauge Goal accomplishment. – Objectives – Objectives are defined as methods for attaining

the football program Goals. Good objectives are S.M.A.R.T.: specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-related (Drucker, 1954). An Objective can be achieved through one or more Strategies. A Goal will likely have several objectives.

• Strategies – Strategies are defined as means for achieving a specific Objective. These are the transition from vision to plan to action. Strategies represent projects or initiatives designed to reach Objectives and to attain Goal(s). Strategies describe complex program functions involving multiple teams, coaches, and/or school departments. Strategies are reviewed and revised yearly. There may be multiple Strategies to meet an objective.

Planning the Plan

• Initial steps– Decide to use a formal process for the planning– Decide how to plan the plan – Use the Program

Plan as the foundation– Decide on a viable time frame, 3-5 years as an

example– Once the commitment to use a formal process,

and a schedule is set, then start planning the plan

• Program Plan– Use the “Is – Later – How” chart/concept as the

model– Perform the “Is” review

• Define the areas• Define the 1st level components of each area

– Develop the Vision and Goals (V&G)– this sets the path for everything else

– Develop the “Later” goals and objectives for the components, compare to the V&G

• If doing something does not support the V&G then it should not be done

Is – Later – How Model

• A) Is – Analyze the capabilities, functions, operations, etc., to determine the true current situation

• B) Later – Based on what the current situation is, determine the next state, the improvement, the new configuration of the capabilities

• C) How – After the current state and the desired state are determined, then and only then, do you start figuring out how to move from A to B– Most of the time people charge off on the How without having a clear

end point in sight, long before the Later has been determined. Working in this fashion can expend a lot of time and energy without ever reaching a clear end point.

– Avoid that trap, set the end state and then determine how to move from A to B – don’t start at A, start working and doing things, and then see where we end up.

A) Is

B) Later

C) How

Δ Time

Δ Capability

Overview of Strategies

• Strategies are those things that we will act upon, the tasks that we will work on to meet the objectives

• Where we see an “Strategy A” we will basically see a block of work, or task, or actions that will need to be completed to support the program goals

• A strategy will require– Time (when it will be done) – Task (what is to be done)– Talent (who will do it)

• A project is a grouping of similar strategies so that there are not a lot of closely related activities going on– A project will have several strategies grouped

together– A strategy with either stand by itself as a discreet

activity, or will be part of a project

NOTE

Everything listed from here on for the goals, objectives, and strategies is just an example, these may or may not be valid for your program. These would need to be redone for your program based on your vision. These are just one possible configuration and should not be considered the only way to go on this.

Areas for Program Goals

• Since the <Mascot> football program interacts with so many aspects of the school, the goals for the program should go farther than just wins and losses– The program can reasonably expect to have

approximately 4%-7% of the total school population (~2,000, 80-140) players each season

– If we include cheerleading, band, clubs working snack shack, administration, staff, teachers, etc., the impact to the school will be substantial and will interact with a wide range of the school operations

• To support this wider set of interests the goals are divided into the following areas:– GMAP (God/Omnipotent Being, Motherhood, & Apple

Pie)• Those program goals that are not specific to any one area

of the program, but are generally considered to be good things to accomplish

– Football• Goals that are specific to the football operations

– Academic• Goals that support the educational aspects of the

program– Community

• Goals for building relationships with the community including the parents, general area, and the students and staff at <School>

My Vision for the Football ProgramArea Comments

On the field(In Season)

• WIN• Beat <Team1>, <Team2>, and <Team3>

each year• Aggressive• Well-disciplined• Tireless, superbly conditioned

• Offense: Explosive, never stop attacking, no huddle

• Defense: Relentless, tackling machines, championship-level

• Kicking: Game breakers

In The Classroom

• 3.0 GPA for each individual player• 2.5 team GPA for varsity• 2.2 team GPA for JV and Freshmen• Players sit in the front rows, they

contribute to the class• Teachers expect more from the players

• No discipline issues (detentions, referrals)• Regular academic progress reports are a

routine part of the school year

Off the field(Off Season)

• Off-season weight room participation• Participate in other HS sports• Participate in outside associations• Participate in school clubs, ASB

• Men of character• Doing right thing, at right time, all the

time

In The School and

Community

• Community service projects – individual and squads

• Helpful at home• Observe faith• Volunteer

• Excellent relations with the school administration and staff

• Football is a considered a beacon of how well an athletic program can be a valued part of the academic environment

In The Stands

• Student section• Games are THE event for the week• Noisy• Band at each game

• Stands are full• Half-time activities – <LocalYouth> at

half-time, contests, something always going on

• <Local_JR_High> 8th graders on sideline for final home game

Overall

• The program, and all members, are a Class Act, in all things, at all times• The program is operated as an autonomous entity and will include yearly planning,

detailed scheduling, substantial communications, and conservative financial operations• Player development is constant, on-going, and targeted toward guiding transitioning

incoming freshmen to the best players possible for their senior year

Program Goals

• GMAP1. Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all

aspects of the football program. 2. Create an environment that helps prepare the student athletes to

become good men, good husbands, and good fathers.

• Football 3. Foster a program environment that is dedicated to attracting and

supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff4. Bring the football program to the forefront of the <School> activities,

to make the football games the big event each week5. Develop a football program that is continually highly competitive at all

levels6. Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention7. Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to

support player success

• Academic8. Have the highest team GPA at <School>9. Ensure that all players achieve academic eligibility for NCAA recruiting10. Apply for the Academic Team award(?) in the NCS each season.

• Community11. Provide fundraising programs and activities that promote economic

development and partnerships with the community. 12. Exceed school and district goals for community service13. Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students

to become involved in the <School> football program

Program Goals – GMAPNo. Goal

1 Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all aspects of the football program.

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?1.1 Specific?

Measurable? Achievable? Realistic? Time-related? ________________

1.2 Specific? Measurable? Achievable? Realistic? Time-related? ________________




2 Create an environment that helps prepare the student athletes to become good men, good husbands, and good fathers.






Program Goals – FootballNo. Goal

3 Foster a program environment that is dedicated to attracting and supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff







4 Bring the football program to the forefront of the <School> activities, to make the football games the big event each week







5 Develop a football program that is continually highly competitive at all levels







6 Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention







7 Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to support player success






Program Goals – AcademicNo. Goal

8 Players in the program will achieve the highest academic standing at <School>This goal includes item 8, 9, and 10.

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?8.1 Have the highest team GPA at <School>

within 3 seasons. Specific? Measurable? Achievable? Realistic? Time-related? ________________

8.2 Ensure that all players each season achieve academic eligibility for NCAA recruiting as determined by the NCAA Clearinghouse

Specific? Measurable? Achievable? Realistic? Time-related? ________________

8.3 Apply for the Academic Team award(?) in the SJS after each season.


8.4 During the season there will be zero missed practices, games, seasons due to academic issues (100% eligibility)


Program Goals – CommunityNo. Goal11 Provide fundraising programs and activities that promote economic

development and partnerships with the community.






Program Goals – CommunityNo. Goal12 Exceed school and district goals for community service






Program Goals – CommunityNo. Goal13 Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students

to become involved in the <School> football program

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?13.1 Implement a cohesive communications

program by the first game of the first season.





Program Goals – xxxNo. Goal

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Program Goals – xxxNo. Goal10






STRATEGIES AND PROJECTS

Summary of ObjectivesProgram Goals

GMAP Football Academic Community

Project 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Loyalty program X X X X X X X X X

On-Field football Performance X

Team Awards X X X X

Promote <Mascot> Football X X X X X

Infrastructure X X

Football Schemes X

Coaches Training X X

An “X” indicates that there is some relationship between the program goal (1-13) and the Objectives. This relationship may be the major point of the objective (and associated strategies), or it may be weaker relationship. It just means that I think there is a possible interaction here.

Project: Loyalty ProgramDescription: Initiate the <Mascot> Loyalty Program.

Rationale: The loyalty program will be used as a method of measuring, assessing, and increasing the dedication and loyalty each player has to the football program, the academics, and the community.

Outcome: An operating leadership council that has provided real, thought-out input to the 20xx program goals

Evaluation: June, 20xx, after school is out for the summer.Notes: These would be repeated as necessary to cover all of the program

goals. The strategies shown here are a small portion of the overall Loyalty Program. Refer to the Loyalty Program file/presentation for complete details.

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedPlayer leadership councilEstablish the player leadership council to form the base for developing the players into leaders.Player input on 20xx program goalsPresent the program goals to the players and actively seek their input.

Project: On-Field Football GoalsDescription: Formally identify, document, and use on-field specific objectives

for the seasonRationale: Develop goals, with the players, that are “real” in that they are

used to measure performance and not just as wall-slogansOutcome: Visible criteria by which to measure team performance

Evaluation: December, 20xx, after the season is overNotes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedWork with the players (leadership council?) to develop realistic performance measures for the games and season. These can be re-evaluated prior to the start of the season.Put the goals for each game up on a board in the team room so that the performance against the goals is visible to everyone

Project: On-Field Football GoalsDescription: Full integration of video operations into all levels of the program

Rationale: ‘The eye in the sky doesn’t lie’ is the primary truth, the players and coaches cannot argue with what they see on the video.

Outcome: Players and coaches have access to video for scout and self-assessment

Evaluation: End of each seasonNotes: Base assumption is that we are using Hudl for video management

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedImplement video recording at all levels. Frosh is sideline only, JV and varsity are sideline and end zoneImplement live game tagging (Hudl) for all games at all levels, including varsity scout games (to be merged with Hudl exchanges or scout video)Evaluate and modernize video equipment including cameras, projection equipment, computers, networking, anything that has to do with the collection, uploading, and viewing of the videoImplement ‘official’ acquisition of opponent scout video by either sending scouts or through Hudl video exchange

Project: Team AwardsDescription: Formally identify, document, and implement a recognition

program that acknowledges and rewards the players that best support the program goals.

Rationale: The use of awards for recognition is a time-tested approach to reward individuals that best represent the ideals of the program. Requirements for the awards will be developed with the team leadership.

Outcome: A program environment where the players know what is required for individual and team recognition

Evaluation: December, 20xx, after the team banquetNotes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedImplement helmet decals for academic, community, and football performanceEstablish the year-end banquet as a formal event (guest speaker, players and staff in ties) where the team is recognized and awards are presented.

Project: Promote <Mascot> FootballDescription: Build solid, loyal relationships with the extended <School>

communityRationale: The players and coaches are one branch of the program family

tree. The parents, staff, community members, and students are the other branches. To have a successful program we must involve as many people as we can in our “family”.

Outcome: A tighter, larger, and more loyal community family than just the parents of the players

Evaluation: End of each grading period (quarter).Notes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or Incorporated“Teacher(s) of the Week” Involve teachers and staff by presenting a team jersey to the teacher(s) that are selected by the team leaders. The teachers/staff are asked to wear the jersey on game days and attend the games.

Games are Events. Do whatever we can to make the games the event of the week. Use a victory bell, get a tunnel, setup a student section, sing the school fight song after each game.

Pre-season involvement. Before the season have a <Color1> vs. <Color2> Game between freshmen and JV, have a parent meeting before the game with a BBQ, lots of activities like taking pictures of younger kids in HS uniforms. Have Football 101 classes for the parents, show the game videos sometime during the week following the game.

Community wide pep rallies. For big games, and homecoming only.

Stag Night. Golf outing/card games with players’ dads. Get’s the dads on our side as well.

Adopt a Player. Elementary and Jr. HS classrooms adopt a player for the season.

Build media relations. Contact the local media and establish cordial relations. Invite them to the fall scrimmage(s). Provide them with team materials like rosters and highlight videos.

Support other teams. Get all the players to attend the games of other teams. Such as the whole team dressing in <School> gear and going to the away <Team2> - <School> basketball game. Ask the other teams to all come to a specific game (“<Color1> Out”).

Project: InfrastructureDescription: Identify and assimilate technologies and equipment that will

support the development of a great football programRationale: The tools that the coaches and players use to improve their

performance will help achieve victories.Outcome: Providing a top-quality infrastructure will support the program and

attract excellent coaches and players.Evaluation: End of each grade reporting period (quarters?)

Notes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedEnhance the weight room by analyzing current and projected needs and acquiring the equipment needed (or divesting excess equipment)Acquire an end-zone camera system to tape the games and practices from behind the line of scrimmage. This view is essential for improving player coaching.Review expected operations and determine if there is any additional equipment that would benefit the coaches, staff or players. This would include player uniforms, equipment, padding, helmets, computer technology, projection systems, seating, etc.

Project: Football SchemesDescription: Develop the concept of operations for how the team will operate

on the fieldRationale: Using the program goals and objectives determine the operating

schemes for the offensive, defensive, and special teamsOutcome: A comprehensive plan for how the offense, defense, and special

teams will operate to meet the program goalsEvaluation: December, 20xx, after the team banquet

Notes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedDevelop the offensive schemeDevelop the defensive schemeDevelop the kicking schemeIntegrate the independent O-D-K schemes into a cohesive plan for how the football team will be successful

Project: Coaches TrainingDescription: Establish a program environment where it is expected that the

coaches and staff will constantly improve their knowledge and abilities

Rationale: Because of the importance of the position the coach holds in the players lives it is critical that the best coaches be found and retained, and that the coaches on staff improve their capabilities each day

Outcome: A staff that is constantly seeking to upgrade their skills and talentsEvaluation: Coaches evaluations in December, 20xx, after the team banquet

Notes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or IncorporatedEnsure that all coaches have met all of the <School>, <District>, <League>, <Section>, and <State> requirements for identification, certifications, and trainingProvide opportunities for staff members to take advantage of educational clinics, classes and materials (books, internet boards, DVD’s, etc.). Make it clear that coaches are expected to constantly improve their education and skills.Develop the skills of the staff by assigning challenging assignments and positions

Infrastructure

Infrastructure is the basic physical and organizational structures and

entities needed for the operation of the football team. It provides the

foundation for building relationships with the entities that interact with

the program.

Infrastructure is:

• The mechanism by which things are done, the “How” things work

• Communications

External Relationships

Football Program(Players, coaches, managers,

trainers, anyone in day-to-day operations)

Parents and Family

Community

Alumni

Teachers

Students

Other Teams (coaches) at

School

School Admin

District Admin

Governing bodies• League• Section• State

Booster Club

Event Sponsors

Vendors

Media

Colleges, NCAA

Opponents

Examples of InfrastructureArea Comments Examples

Governance• The rules and bylaws under which the

program must operate• Program rules• School rules• District rules

• League bylaws• Section bylaws• State bylaws

Economic

• The financial environment within which the program must operate

• Each district and/or school may have different operating requirements for holding fundraisers, handling money, approvals, etc.

• Fundraising• Sponsors• Donors• Booster Club

• Vendors• Equipment• Inventory

External Relationships

• Identifying and cultivating relationships with entities that are external from the football program

• Working with these entities is

• Parents & family• Community• Students• Vendors

• Teachers and staff• Administration• District

administration

Practice

• Field equipment, facilities that support the daily practices

• Sleds, bags, cones, markers

• Footballs• Colored jerseys

• Schedules• Video cart• Weight room• Practice field(s)

Communications

• Channels that support the communication of the program mission statement, goals, objectives,

• Also included are the tactical items such as practice schedules, updates, articles

• E-mail• Web site• Twitter• Facebook• Face to face

• Hudl• MaxPreps• Meetings• Flyers• Phone calls

Game Time

• Equipment that supports the team during the games

• Headsets• Game balls• Wrist coaches• Signal boards

• Game uniforms• Busses• Locker room

Medical• Personnel, equipment, and facilities that

provide first aid and medical support• Trainer• Training room

OPERATIONS

Operations

• Operations are those tasks and activities that are performed to ensure the program operates optimally

• These operations require people to do things within an organizational structure with a common goal

• These tasks and activities can be grouped into the following categories:– Roster – Keeping track of the people that are part of, or interact with,

the program including coaches, staff, players, trainers, managers, partners, donors, administration, anyone that interacts with the football program, and is not limited to the players on this roster this season

– Communications – Ensuring that the people on the program roster are aware of what is going on with the program, the schedule, updates, game articles, fund raising contacts, and includes the ‘ branding’ of the program

– Loyalty Program – A method of measuring, assessing, and increasing the dedication and loyalty each player has to the football program

– Schedule – What is happing when, from the long-term schedule to the daily practice plan

– Finances – Raising, controlling, and using funds to support the program goals, objectives, and operations

– Player Development and Conditioning – The long-term physical and mental development of the players

– Game Performance – Scouting, game evaluation, player grading, game planning, video operations

– Schemes – The offensive, defensive, and kicking schemes that will be used on the field

Operations: Roster and PersonnelDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:

No. Strategies Affected and/or Incorporated

Operations: CommunicationsDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Operations – CommunicationsChannel Target Method Notes

Team Site General net population eTeamz • Allows the use of the MessageCast capability

• No cost for the site

Facebook Team [email protected] as the user

• Current information, schedule

• Links to sponsors, friends, vendors, anyone we can

Twitter Team BullfrogFootbal as the user • Daily quotes, updates, schedules, events, comments

• Try to get as many followers as possible, including vendors, parents, school, anyone that has any kind of interest in the team

• Linked to Facebook so tweets appear there as well

YouTube Team, general net Bullfrog Football [email protected] as the user

Phone Tree

Hudl

CalPreps

MaxPreps

Posters, Flyers

E-mail [email protected]

Operations: Loyalty ProgramDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Loyalty Program

• A method of measuring, assessing, and increasing the dedication and loyalty each player has to the football program, the academics, and the community

• The goal of the football program is to build better individuals, not just focus on the football aspect– Program focuses on the total person – Promotes citizenship, good grades, supports other sports and

community service

• The Loyalty Program will support this goal by measuring and reinforcing the player activity and participation– The program begins with the start of the second semester

each year (return from Christmas break)– The coaches and leadership council will set criteria, and

points, in a number of different areas• The criteria are not just football specific and includes academics,

community, and football– The players are drafted into squads and compete with each

other, individually and as squads– During the school year the players (and squads) score points

by completing/meeting these criteria– Points needed (“standard”) are compared to points earned

• Player does not play in scrimmage/game until points needed is met

Operations: Player DevelopmentDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Operations: SchedulingDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Operations: Financial OverviewDescription:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Financial Overview

• Napoleon once said that an army travels on it’s belly – The same can pretty much be said of a football program, it operates on the monies that flows through the program

• Like any high school sports program the football team will have inventory, expenses, income, items that have to be replaced, none of which are possible without careful financial management

• It is the responsibility of the head coach to implement a financial control system that will work effectively with the following areas:– Financial interactions with <School>– Budget– Inventory– Fundraisers

Operations: Financial Interactions with <School>Description:

Rationale:Outcome:

Evaluation: Notes:


Financial Interactions with <School>

• At <School> the district does not fully fund the football program– They provide no additional funding other than a set

amount each season for safety equipment– These funds that are normally used to purchase new

helmets and shoulder pads, and get helmets reconditioned

– The Pay to Play fee is used by the district to pay the coaching stipends

• Other than those items, the school district provides no other direct funding

• That means that the football program is responsible for managing their financial operations

• Activity Approvals– All fundraising activities require the approval of the

school administration– There are forms that are required for each activity and

an approval process that they must process through– This approval takes a bit of time so last-minute

fundraising activities are not likely to get through

Game Performance

It is time for you to leave.

Thus spake the master Coach:

PARKING LOT

Summary of Projects Goa

lObj.

Strategy

<Mascot> Loyalty

program

On-Field football

PerformanceTeam Awards

Promote <Mascot>

FootballInfrastructure

Football Schemes

Coaches Training

GMAP

1 X

2 X

Football

3 X X X X X

4 X X

5 X X X X

6 X

7 X X

Academic

8 X

9 X X

10 X

Community

11 X

12 X

13 X X

GoalsGeneral Area GMAP Football Academic Community

On the field

• Foster a program environment that is dedicated to attracting and supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff

• Develop a football program that is continually highly competitive at all levels

• Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention

• Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to support player success

In The Classroom

• Ensure that all players achieve academic eligibility for NCAA recruiting

• Have the highest team GPA at <School>

• Apply for the Academic Team award(?) in the NCS each season.

Off the field• Exceed school and

district goals for community service

In The School and Community

• Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students to become involved in the <School> football program

• Provide fundraising programs and activities that promote economic development and partnerships with the community.

In The Stands

• Bring the football program to the forefront of the <School> activities, to make the football games the big event each week

Overall

• Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all aspects of the football program.

• Create an environment that helps prepare the student athletes to become good men, good husbands, and good fathers.

Types of Hard Infrastructure

• Transportation infrastructure

• Energy infrastructure

• Water management infrastructure

• Communications infrastructure

• Solid waste management

• Earth monitoring and measurement networks

Soft Infrastructure

• Soft infrastructure includes both physical assets such as highly specialized buildings and equipment, as well as non-physical assets such as the body of rules and regulations governing the various systems, the financing of these systems, as well as the systems and organizations by which highly skilled and specialized professionals are trained, advance in their careers by acquiring experience, and are disciplined if required by professional associations (professional training, accreditation and discipline)

• Unlike hard infrastructure, the essence of soft infrastructure is the delivery of specialized services to people. Unlike much of the service sector of the economy, the delivery of those services depend on highly developed systems and large specialized facilities or institutions that share many of the characteristics of hard infrastructure.– Governance infrastructure– Economic infrastructure– Social infrastructure– Cultural, sports and recreational infrastructure

Soft Infrastructure

• Governance infrastructure– The system of government and law enforcement, including the political,

legislative, law enforcement, justice and penal systems, as well as specialized facilities (government offices, courthouses, prisons, etc.), and specialized systems for collecting, storing and disseminating data, laws and regulation

– Emergency services, such as police, fire protection, and ambulances, including specialized vehicles, buildings, communications and dispatching systems

– Military infrastructure, including military bases, arms depots, training facilities, command centers, communication facilities, major weapons systems, fortifications, specialized arms manufacturing, strategic reserves

• Economic infrastructure– The financial system, including the banking system, financial

institutions, the payment system, exchanges, the money supply, financial regulations, as well as accounting standards and regulations

– Major business logistics facilities and systems, including warehouses as well as warehousing and shipping management systems

– Manufacturing infrastructure, including industrial parks and special economic zones, mines and processing plants for basic materials used as inputs in industry, specialized energy, transportation and water infrastructure used by industry, plus the public safety, zoning and environmental laws and regulations that govern and limit industrial activity, and standards organizations

– Agricultural, forestry and fisheries infrastructure, including specialized food and livestock transportation and storage facilities, major feedlots, agricultural price support systems (including agricultural insurance), agricultural health standards, food inspection, experimental farms and agricultural research centers and schools, the system of licensing and quota management, enforcement systems against poaching, forest wardens, and fire fighting

Soft Infrastructure

• Social infrastructure– The health care system, including hospitals, the financing of health

care, including health insurance, the systems for regulation and testing of medications and medical procedures, the system for training, inspection and professional discipline of doctors and other medical professionals, public health monitoring and regulations, as well as coordination of measures taken during public health emergencies such as epidemics

– The educational and research system, including elementary and secondary schools, universities, specialized colleges, research institutions, the systems for financing and accrediting educational institutions

– Social welfare systems, including both government support and private charity for the poor, for people in distress or victims of abuse

• Cultural, sports and recreational infrastructure– Sports and recreational infrastructure, such as parks, sports facilities,

the system of sports leagues and associations– Cultural infrastructure, such as concert halls, museums, libraries,

theatres, studios, and specialized training facilities– Business travel and tourism infrastructure, including both man-made

and natural attractions, convention centers, hotels, restaurants and other services that cater mainly to tourists and business travelers, as well as the systems for informing and attracting tourists, and travel insurance

Notes

• You can’t have a championship-level program unless all aspects of the game are accounted for.– The kicking, passing, running, tackling, it has to be a full

package– That doesn’t happen overnight, it has to be grown– Special players will certainly help, and may often cover

weaknesses in the program, but they are not the norm, the only way to a championship team each year is to build a program

• Only run the Midline Trap, no need for any other trap

• Good defense plays fast – must know what to do and have confidence in the assignment. The offense causes problems by introducing variability. Option does this as does motions and formations. Make the defense question what they are supposed to do and the offense gains an advantage.

Inventory

• Video– Hudl– Cameras– Tripods– Computer– Projector– DVD player– Cart– Ethernet

connection– End Zone

system• Practice

– Balls– Cones– Colored jerseys

• SAQ– 4-way Tug-o-

war– Raised ropes– Ladders

• Field– 5-man sled– Gauntlet– 5-man chute– Blocking bags– Step-over bags– Hand shields– Paint machine– Electric Arm– Sideline markers– Popsicle sled

TESTING STUFF


x Win the league championship and host a playoff game

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?1 Specific?


2 Specific? Measurable? Achievable? Realistic? Time-related? ________________



• Win league– Beat Newark Memorial– Beat JF Kennedy– Beat American


x Win the NCS finals






Areas to Consider

• Vision, Goals

• Roster

• Staff

• School Support

• Community Support

• Financial

• Communications

• Schedule

• Recent Performance

• Off-Season Program

• Player Development and Conditioning

• Video Operations

Vision, GoalsThe overall “where we want to be and how will we look (to others) when we get there?” part of the program. This sets up everything else in the program.

Characteristic A) Today B) Tomorrow C) How

Mission Statement – The overall purpose of why we do this, what we hope to accomplish through football

Core Values – What we believe as the basis for our behavior

On the field – How the team will perform on the field

In The Classroom – How the players will perform in the classroom and at school

Off the field – How the players will act away from school

In The School and Community – The relationship between the football program and the local area

In The Stands – What the game night experience will be

Overall – The overall perception of the football program

Plan to Meet Our Goals

Schedule• Year 1 – Survival• Year 2 – Foundation• Year 3 – Increase

Expectations• Year 4 – Win Section• Year 5 – Win State

Plan• Player Eligibility• Win conference• Win all home games• Qualify for the post-

season• Average 28 points per

game• Average 12 or less

defensive points per game

• Be +5 or better in the turnover margin

• Average 4+ yards per carry

• Four (4) explosive plays on Special Forces

Schedule

• Year 1 – Survival• Year 2 – Foundation• Year 3 – Increase Expectations• Year 4 – Win Section• Year 5 – Win State

YEAR 1 – Survival

• Develop a sense of accountability in personal behavior: STAY OUT OF TROUBLE!

• Survive, evaluate, and determine what needs to be done to succeed.

• Develop strength and speed.

• Build a sense of TEAM – Power Squads, Leadership Council.

• Build great relationships with our players.

• Establish a community service program.

YEAR 2 – Foundation

• Vertical integration from middle school through the Varsity program.

• Improve in every area offensively, defensively and on special teams.

• Improve our academic performance.

• Develop strength and speed.

• Build a sense of Football Community: One Team, One Fight

• Become a force in community service.

• Commit to a 2 Platoon System.

• Establish our Booster Program to financially keep us competitive in the light of cuts.

YEAR 3 – Increase Expectations

• Continue to establish our Youth Outreach Programs in the summer

• Utilize our Leadership Core and Power Squads to hold our players accountable to each other

• Become a Championship Caliber community service program

• Have each assistant coach take a stronger role in the Power Squads

• Create an “Anytime, Anywhere, Anybody” mentality of competitiveness on the field

• Make the playoffs

YEAR 4 – Win Section

• Complete vertical integration of our program from middle school through Varsity.

• Win the League

• Play for a Section championship

YEAR 5 – Win State

• This begins today

• Win the League

• Win the Section

• Play for a State Championship

Academics

• Player Eligibility– Zero (0) ineligible football players – No missed games or team events due to grades

• Study Table: Twice a week

• Weekly Grade Checks

• Peer Tutors at Study Table (National Honor Society)

• Rewards for academic successes

RosterWho are the players on the team, what does the team ‘look like’.


Numbers – What are the numbers of players we have, by age/class

• 75 players in program

• Two teams – JV and varsity

Demographics – What types of players – racial, financial, age?

• We are not targeting any specific demographic

• The analysis is to identify any issues we need to know about

• N/A

Size – How tall are the players?

Speed – How fast are the players?

• Fastest in 4.7-4.8• OL in 5.1-5.3

• SAQ

Strength – How strong are the players?

• OL/DL • Off-season weights

Morale – What is the morale, the team spirit?

In the ClassroomHow the players will perform in the classroom and at school


GPA • 3.0 GPA for each individual player

• 2.5 team GPA for varsity

• 2.2 team GPA for JV and Freshmen

Classroom • Players sit in the front rows, they contribute to the class

• Teachers expect more from the players

Monitoring and reporting

• Regular academic progress reports are a routine part of the school year

Discipline • No discipline issues (detentions, referrals)

Off the FieldHow the players will conduct themselves when football is not in season (December – May)


In the school • Off-season weight room participation

• Participate in other HS sports

In the community • Participate in outside associations

• Participate in school clubs, ASB

Character • Men of character• Doing right thing, at

right time, all the time

In The School and CommunityThe relationship between the football program and the local area


At the school • Excellent relations with the school administration and staff

• Football is a considered a beacon of how well an athletic program can be a valued part of the academic environment

In the community • Community service projects – individual and squads

• Volunteer

• Breast Cancer awareness game – jerseys and gear

At home • Helpful at home• Observe faith

In The StandsWhat the game night experience will be


• Student section• Games are THE event

for the week• Noisy• Band at each game• Stands are full• Half-time activities –

FFL/Little Huskies, contests, something always going on

• Centerville 8th graders on sideline for final home game

OverallThe overall perception of the football program, the “Goodwill” that the program earns


• The program, and all members, are a Class Act, in all things, at all times

• The program is operated as an autonomous entity and will include yearly planning, detailed scheduling, substantial communications, and conservative financial operations

• Player development is constant, on-going, and targeted toward guiding transitioning incoming freshmen to the best players possible for their senior year


x Create an environment that prepares the student athletes to become good men, good husbands, and good fathers.







x Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all aspects of the football program.






Program Goals – CommunityNo. Goal

x Build a strong relationship with the community

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?1 Provide fundraising programs and

activities that promote economic development and partnerships with the community


2 Exceed school and district goals for community service


3 Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students to become involved in the <School> football program




Program Goals – CommunityNo. Goal

x Build a strong relationship with the community

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?1 Provide fundraising programs and

activities that promote economic development and partnerships with the community.


2 Exceed school and district goals for community service


3 Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students to become involved in the <School> football program




Program Goals – On The FieldNo. Goal

x Develop a highly successful football program that attracts players and coaches

No. Objectives S.M.A.R.T?1 Foster a program environment that is

dedicated to attracting and supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff


2 Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention


3 Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to support player success


4 Develop a football program that is continually highly competitive at all levels


4 – Competitive Football Program

1. Continually highly competitive at all levels

2. Average 28 points per game

3. Average 12 or less defensive points per game

4. Be +5 or better in the turnover margin

5. Average 4+ yards per carry

6. Four (4) explosive plays on Special Forces

7. Qualify for the post-season

8. Win all home games

9. Win conference

Average 28 points per game

• Points 100% of the time we enter the red zone

• 75%+ Touchdown percentage from the red zone

• Strive to end every possession with a kick

• Establish flexibility in offensive system– Balance– Audible System– Sight Adjustments

• Completion Percentage of 60% or better

• Give up less than 15 sacks during regular season

Average 4+ yards per carry

• Use motion and shifts to allow for maximum blockers at the point of attack

• Acquire the attitude that we want to run the ball

• Identify defensive alignments and make the necessary adjustments to run the ball effectively

Average 12 or less defensive points per game

• Be fundamentally sound in all aspects including tackling and assignments

• Adjust our defense to strength or field indicators

• Effort from snap to whistle for 4 quarters

• Force the offense to run more than eight plays per possession

• Average less than 3 yards per first down

• Make opponents become one-dimensional

Be +5 or better in the turnover margin

• Respect the football

• Effectively rush the passer

• Maximum hats to the football

Four (4) explosive plays on Special Forces

• Devote a large portion of practice time to progressive special teams

• Utilize our best athletes on special teams

• Attempt to pressure the kicker on punt returns and limit returns on our punts

Qualify for the post-season

• Win all games where we are the favorites

• Win games we “are not supposed to win”

• Condition bodies for extended season

• Develop depth to play in the absence of regulars

Win all home games

• Make our stadium a place that is not enjoyable for opponents to visit

• Eliminate mental distractions associated with big games

Win the Conference

• Outwork the conference members mentally and physically

• Scouting the opposition is a key component

• Embrace and appreciate the history of conference games

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

inf L uenceint E grity

communic A tionattitu D e

courag E ous sac R ifice

goal S servant H ood

v I sionP erseverance

Job Description/Tasking

• Line leader for warm-ups

• Organize community service projects

• Lead for fundraising events

• Monitor/collect/report dedication points

• Summer leadership sessions

• Captains for games

• Possible disciplinary actions

• Hallway recruiting

What do these NFL Coaches have in Common?

• Mike Holmgren• Brian Billick• George Seifert• Mike Shanahan• Dick Vermiel• Steve Mariucci• Denny Greene• Ray Rhodes

Why have a leadership program?

• Leaders are made, not born.

• Very few role models exist today.

• It makes us a better team.

• The more we INVEST, the greater our return.

Who participates in the leadership program?

• Initially all seniors, and 2 juniors selected by team.

• Eventually all participants will be selected by the team.

• Confirmed by their coaches.

• No more than 12

• Captains must be chosen from this group.

Logistics of the leadership program.

• Sunday evenings at my house.

• Have food.

• No more than 45 minutes.

• At least 5 meetings.

• Start the first week of summer practice.

Lesson Plans

• Players must be involved. Participants must talk and share.

• Every core value will have an activity that helps strengthen the value.

• The participants will have responsibilities outside of the meeting time.– Calling incoming players, calling middle school

players and being assigned a group of players to know.

• Have a personalized folder with all of the information in it.

Lesson Plans

• 10 Core Values

• Signs relaying each core value

• An example of each core value

• Use quotes to strengthen each value

Core Values

inf L uence

int E grity

communic A tion

attitu D e

courag E ous

sac R ifice

goal S servant H ood

v I sion

P erseverance

Influence

• List 3 people that have influenced you or that you have followed.

• Leaders touch the heart before they ask for a hand.

• PEOPLE BUY INTO THE LEADER FIRST, THEN INTO THE LEADERS VISION.

• If you consider the messenger to be credible, then you believe the message has value. People want to go along with people they get along with.

Integrity

• When you have integrity, your words and deeds match each other.

• A person with integrity does not have divided loyalties, have anything to hide, have anything to fear, or have to pretend to be something that they are not.

• A person with integrity does have a single-mindedness in purpose, have the glue to keep what they say, think, and do into a whole person so that there are never out of sync with each other.

• Our beliefs and talk match each other.

Communication

• The ability to communicate effectively is an indispensable requirement of sound leadership.

• Two main components, speaking and listening.

• Be specific, get to the point, choose your words carefully, and stress a positive before addressing a negative.

• The greatest attribute of a leader is the ability to listen.

• Watch the speaker, be patient as you listen, and ask questions to clarify the meaning being relayed.

Attitude

• Single greatest reason for failure.

• People are fired for the following reasons. Incompetence 30%, Inability to get along 17%, Dishonesty 12%, Negative attitude 10%, Lack of Motivation 7%, Refusal to follow instructions 7%, Other reasons 8%.

• Incompetence is skill related, the rest are attitude related.

• Out attitude cannot stop our feelings, but they can keep our feelings from stopping us.

• It is improbable that a person with a bad attitude can continuously be a success.

Courageous

• Courage is present in every great leader.

• Leadership courage is more than single acts of bravery.

• Leadership courage is the personal strength that enables a leader to handle fear, make difficult decisions, take risks, confront change, accept responsibility, and be self reliant.

• Courage enables you to follow your instincts and pursue our vision.

• As a leader, courage is not something you purse, it is something you embody.

Sacrifice

• The constant in leadership is sacrifice, an ongoing process, not a one time payment. Sacrifice is the loss of the right to think about yourself. As responsibilities increase, rights decrease.

• President of the United States

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• THE GREATER LEVEL OF LEADERSHIP ONE WANTS TO REACH, THE GREATER THE SACRIFICES THEY HAVE TO MAKE.

Goals

• We must have end plan.

• You can not build a house without knowing what kind of a house you want.

• For us to be conference champions, what do we need to do 1 month from now, 1 week from now, and 1 day from now.

• Must think about what happens day to day.

• Our overall MISSION.

Servanthood

• Servanthood is the essence of teamwork.

• When we see the needs of others as importantly as we see our own needs we can truly begin to reach out to others around us.

• Self interest and selfishness breed dissension and alienation among the team.

• What is in it for me?

• What can I contribute?

Vision

• “The soul never thinks without a picture.” Aristotle

• Passion, Motivation, Direction, and Purpose

• WITHOUT VISION GOOD THINGS WILL HINDER YOU FROM ACHIEVING THE BEST THINGS

• Vision is the difference between filling dirt bags and building a dike in order to save a town. Building a dike gives meaning to the chore of filling bags with dirt. In our case winning a conference championship gives meaning to lifting weights.

• Vision gives significance to the otherwise meaningless details in our life.

Perseverance

• Perseverance is one of the most important positive habits of life.

• Perseverance demonstrates work ethic.

• Perseverance not only lets you get your work done, it shows that you will do everything necessary to reach our goals.

• No matter how hard a task is, perseverance shows that you have the persistence necessary to succeed.

Leadership Pyramid

PersonhoodTeammates follow you because of who you are and what you stand for.

It is seniors who have been committed to the program and servant leadership for years. Few make it to this level, but those who do are

legendary.

Personal InvestmentTeammates follow you because you have personally invested in them.

You put relationship ahead of winning. You put team ahead of yourself. Putting other people ahead of yourself.

This is where the true team is built.

ProductionTeammates follow you because you produce on the field. This is where success is sensed by your teammates. You must master your position

and your scheme. Carry out your assignments to perfection

PermissionTeammates follow you because they want to. Teammates will follow

you because you are a senior or a captain. Getting to know your teammates on a personal level

PositionTeammates follow you because they have to. Teammates will follow you because you are a co-captain. They don’t know you or what you

stand for.

Recognition

• There are a number of recognition awards available

• The companies market an individual leadership plaque, along with a perpetual plaque that replicates the individual award but has places for yearly recipients

• That would probably be a good way to go – give the recipient an individual award and then put his picture on the perpetual plaque

• That would establish a long-term position on the importance of the leadership

Torch Bearer Award

• Leadership award to the team member who shows the most dedication to the team mission statement, team vision statement, and team leadership core values.

• Who ever controls the locker room controls the team.

Pregame Music

• Have each of the groups put together a pre-game CD– For each home game we have (this year 5 of

them) I divide the Varsity up into 5 groups.– Each group is responsible for making a 45 minute

pre-game music CD under the following criteria:• No swear words or profanity• Must contain one AC/DC song, one Van Halen Song• Any other music of their team's choice

– Kids love doing it.

Discount Card Sales

• Each Line Leader is responsible for his group meeting the goals

• Works with the coach advisor to make sure everything is done well

Event Leader: xxxEvent: Dinner at Chevy’s

Date/Time:

Location: Chevy’s by Newpark Mall

Description

Steps: Contact Sadie Hawkins, Manager at the restaurant

• Discuss the specifics of the event• Set the date and time• Be sure to check the school schedule for

conflicts (games and other events)• Work the flyer details

Coordinate with your coach

Print the flyers

Distribute the flyers Really work people to attend the eventWho will be handing out the flyers, when and where

Participate in the event

Call Ms. Hawkins for recap Find out how the event went. Did they get what they wanted out of it?

Program Goals – GMAP

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Vision as Umbrella – Does this Metaphor Work?


Vision

On The Field Off The FieldIn The

Classroom CommunityStands

Core Values & Mission Statement

Vision as Umbrella – Does this Metaphor Work?


Core Values & Mission Statement

Vision

On The Field Off The FieldIn The

Classroom CommunityStands

1 – Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision

1 – Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all aspects of the football program.

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2 – Good men, good husbands, and good fathers

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3 – Attracting and supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff

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4 – Bring the football program to the forefront of the <School> activities

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5 – Football program that is continually highly competitive at all levels

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5A - Schedule

#5A - Schedule

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5D – Special Teams

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5H – Speed – How fast are the players?

5H – Speed – How fast are the players?

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6 – Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention

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7 – Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities

7 – Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to support player success

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Notes 7A – Equipment7B – Facilities7C – Technologies

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7B.7 – Facilities, Weight Room

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Notes 7B.7.A – Access/Location7B.7.B – Audio7B.7.C – Capacity7B.7.D – Ceiling7B.7.E – Equipment7B.7.F – Flooring7B.7.G – Walls

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8 – Have the highest team GPA at <School>

8 – Have the highest team GPA at <School>

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9 – Ensure that all players achieve academic eligibility for NCAA recruiting

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13 – Provide opportunities for the community

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Program Goals and Objectives – GMAP

1. Disseminate the mission statement, core values, and vision through all aspects of the football program.

2. Create an environment that helps prepare the student athletes to become good men, good husbands, and good fathers.

Program Goals – Football

3. Develop a football program that is continually highly competitive at all levels

4. Foster a program environment that is dedicated to attracting and supporting excellent coaches, players, and support staff

5. Bring the football program to the forefront of the <School> activities, to make the football games the big event each week

6. Provide exemplary coaching focused on player success and retention

7. Provide leading edge technologies, equipment, and facilities to support player success

Program Goals – Academic

8. Have the highest team GPA at <School>

9. Ensure that all players achieve academic eligibility for NCAA recruiting

10. Apply for the Academic Team award(?) in the NCS each season.

Program Goals – Community

11. Provide fundraising programs and activities that promote economic development and partnerships with the community.

12. Exceed school and district goals for community service

13. Provide opportunities for the community, parents, staff, and students to become involved in the <School> football program

PlatoonHave a team roster of sufficient size and ability so that the team can be split into a full defensive team and a full offensive team. Coaches would coach their side of the ball, very few players (objective is none) would play both ways. Special teams would come from the full roster.

Consideration Costs/Cons Benefits/Pros

PlayersThe key is to have enough players to split the team and have reserves at each spot. Initial thought is that 35 would be absolute minimum, >45 would be optimal.

• Number of players to implement this is hard to attain

• If it doesn’t work then all the effort to get the numbers is lost

• May have the numbers but must also have the skills. Most teams need at least 18 good players to be competitive.

• More players on the field, more opportunity to play, more players come out

• Players are fresher in 4th quarter

CoachesThe coaches would need to specialize in a position

• May have to put a coach in a position that he does not like or want to coach

• Coach would be able to focus on a smaller set of players and give them more attention

• He would have a specific set of skills to sharpen

Player Specialization Players are expected to choose their position by the summer before their junior year.

• Should good players be specializing, especially in HS

• The players would focus on their position and become very good at that position

PracticeThe offense and defense would, for the most part, practice on different sides of the field.

• Team unity may be hurt if the only time the squads meet is for scrimmage – a competitive situation

• Coaches get to run their side of the ball and do what they need for the full practice time

• Longer time for each side of the ball

• May be able to reduce the practice time and still get the work done

Overall/Other • Team identity may suffer• May develop into Us vs. Them

mentality if one side is not performing well

• May have problems with implementing – how many losses are acceptable before this starts to work

• Gate – More friends and family in the stands

Promoting the Football Program at Bret Harte

Promoting Football at Bret Harte

• Actively recruit our own hallways.Expose as many kids as we can to football.

• Become involved with the local youth programs as much as possible.(This includes JH, flag, Little Huskies, elementary, FFL, Pop Warner etc.)

• Camps/Clinics(3rd and 4th grade, 5th and 6th grade, JH, 9-12)(coaches clinics for youth coaches in the area)

• Set HIGH EXPECTATIONS.Do not be afraid to dream big.

• Be POSITIVE and ENTHUSIASTIC.It really is contagious.


• Let Them Play!JH- All Play (as much as possible)9th Grade- All Play (as much as possible)JV- Focus changes to winning (play as many as you can in doing so)Varsity- Best players at each position regardless of anything else.

• Get the BOOSTERS behind us.They can make our life easier if we will let them.

• Make Football a BIG DEAL!Make our football program the only show in town (on Friday/Saturday nights).

• Focus on who we HAVE, not who we don’t.We can only play who we’ve got. Stop worrying about who is “not out”.


• COACH THEM UP!!!Find a place for them, and help them be successful there.

• T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, pins, buttons etc.PROMOTE OUR PROGRAM! (also great for fundraising)

• Newsletter (Bi Monthly or Monthly)Not as hard or as time consuming as we might think.

• Involve anyone who is willing in any way.If they want to help, or support in some way, make it happen.


• Get them out, and keep them out.Positive Experiences for them all.

• Get them interested while they are young!Several ways to do this.

• Be Professional. Someone is always watching and/or listening.Be a ROLE MODEL.

• Have players recruit players.In a positive way!

• Invite younger athletes to observe a practice session.They get excited when they see a good practice session.


• Walk the walk, and talk the talk.Even when down, we have to be UP!

• Be HONEST.Do what we say, say what we do. Never make promises we do not intend to keep.

• Be straight forward.Players appreciate it.

• Discipline.(Yes, they seek it!) Do not have double standards. The Belichik way!

• Get the MOMS on OUR side.Football Class For Moms


• Let them know we care for them outside football.Be involved in the players lives. They do not care how much we know until they know how much we care.

• Help other programs in your school.You never know when they might push a kid our way in return.

• Get all school staff on board.Make them all excited about our program.

• LOVE THE GAME.It shows!

• Ask successful coaches what they do.You never know “everything”. It never hurts to see what works for others.


• Always, ALWAYS, talk “WE” and "OUR".Eliminate “I” and “Me” from your vocabulary.

• Always be COACHING.Weight room, Plyos, Speed work, Practice, Games...all are places for us to have an impact on our players, IF you take the time to do so.

• Make all kids feel as though they are important to the team.Starters and non-starters alike, they are part of our family.

• Be good to our volunteers.They make our job easier!

• Be humble.Always take the responsibility in a loss, always give the credit away to the kids in a win.

• Be good to the media.They can make us look really good, or really bad.


• Do anything you can to help them.They work hard for you, work hard for them. Go the “extra mile”.Be willing to commit your time to making them better while you have them. Help them find a place to play after they are done playing for you if they have the desire to play college ball.

• Highlight VideosPlayers and parents love them.

• Let the coaches coach.Happy assistants will do a GREAT job of helping you build a program, promoting the program etc. If you do not let them coach, they will not be happy.

• Eliminate all the things that are not important to the program. (Addition by subtraction) Concentrate on drills and skills that are vital to what we do. Eliminate the ones that are time wasters.

• Establish an “IDENTITY” in all phases of the game. Offensively find a system we like, that we can sell, and that we can COACH (on the run if need be). Defensively find a defense that we can make adjustments on the fly with and sell it to the kids. Special Teams are VITAL, we must establish some kind of identity in all phases and aspects of the game.


• Adopt a PlayerElementary classrooms adopt a player for the season. (This idea came from an elementary teacher, and football mom in my school. Might want to check to see that all elementary teachers wish to be involved.)

• Community wide Pep RalliesFor big games, and homecoming only.

• Stag NightGolf outing/card games with players’ dads. Get’s the dads on your side as well.

• WinHate to say it, but winning gets more people involved. Find ways to win games. Also find ways to STOP losing.

My Vision

• It’s a football family

• Build a football dynasty

• Games become an event, Friday Night Lights

• Build men of character

How to Implement the Vision

• Loyalty Program

Football Family

• Each family has different parts, all working toward the same thing– The team is the same – number of separate

entities that are working toward a common goal

• Keep friends close

• Be decisive in action

• Absolutely loyal– Every Wed they gather all 3 levels and each HC

hands out a Loyalty t-shirt to most deserving player at each level

– Varsity players are Big Brothers to freshmen players

• Card with 5 questions – Varsity player has to talk with the freshmen to answer the questions

• Matched by positions

• Keep things in the family– Loose lips cause problems

His Vision – Dynasty

• Priority for success:– Defense

• Spend ½ of practice time on defense– Run the ball– Special teams – work for field position– No turnovers – field position and morale– Weight room

• Weights are changing, getting much more specific.• Emphasis on core work

– Teach tackling• Teaches in shorts and t’s• Real measure of how well coached the team is

– Adjust to personnel each season– Discipline

• Discipline Drill (Speckman) – A get-off drill that requires mental discipline

– Identify and work with the core group• Train everyone, but there will always be a core

group that are the team leaders– Loyalty Meetings

• Wed after practice, all 3 levels. Reward loyalty to the team

His Vision – Games are Events

• Do whatever you can to make the games the event of the week– Victory bell– Tunnel– Student section– Sing school fight song after each game– Green-White (Blue/white) Game

• Between freshmen and JV• Parent meeting before• BBQ, lots of activities• Pictures of younger kids in HS uniforms

His Vision – Character

• A player with character is– On time– Dependable– Loyal

• What does the last string player say about the coach and staff?

• Dungee – Treat everyone fair, but don’t treat everyone the same

– Not everyone has the same conditions so things that work on John won’t work on Tim

– Works with others• Community service

– Hard working– Leadership meeting with players

• Talk about other players, aspirations, goals– His word means something

His Vision – Leadership

• View of leadership has changed

• Players do what they see, not what they hear– Very often they have no male role model

• Staff – usually very little respect given

• Must teach players how to lead

• Positional Power vs. Relational Power– Positional based on job title– Relational based on building relationships with

others. How to build relationships?• Care about others• Talking with them• Going to other sport’s games• Weight room – Sr’s with Frosh• Swim Party’s• Dinners

Ideas

• Get teachers involved– For home games players give their white jersey to

a teacher and ask them to come to the game– Contact the teachers, make yourself known, and

ask for feedback on the players• Good stuff as well as bad

• Program Perception– Take an honest look at the program and then

add/change it• Ex: no profanity

– Enhancing perception of the team• Former players come back to talk to the team• Coaches preach it in training• T-shirts• Jumping jacks – We-Will-Hit-You• Slogans on walls• Phrase kids that walk it

Why The Spread (Blue)

• It is a hybrid formation– Combination of the flexbone and the Run and

Shoot

• Gives the offense the capability, by alignment, to stretch a defense– Vertical - 4 quick receivers– Horizontal - 2 wide receivers

• This dictates a balanced response from the defense– Cannot gang up on the run game

Players

• Fullback (B-back)– Aligns with heels 5-yards from tip of ball– Lines directly behind the QB– Not a wishbone fullback, but a tailback

• Solid inside runner• Perimeter runner

Team Rules

• No profanity– Swearing does not make you a man– It is the sign of a weak mind– You won’t be able to swear after starting work,

why do you think you should be able to do so now?

• No explicit lyric in weight room or locker room or pre-game

• No drinking or using drugs

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