Parent s Survival Guide Learning to Enjoy the Game Please stay until the end of the presentation
Introduction Who are we and GBYF s History What is the NYFL? Spirit Wear and Corporate Sponsorship Cheer Program Football Program Key Information for EVERY parent to know!
Executive Board Members President Clint Morrow Vice President Jerry Collins Secretary Manda Mcdermaid Treasurer Rich Merrell Football Director Kevin Sczcembera Cheerleading Director Erica Young Volunteer Coordinator/Field Commissioner Kristy Cook
NYFL Northern Youth Football League Founded in 2004 8 Areas Over 30 Teams www.eteamz.com/northernyouthfootball/
Areas In The NYFL? Avondale Jr. Yellow Jackets Brandon Jr. Blackhawks Clarkston Chiefs Grand Blanc Bobcats Lake Orion Dragons Lapeer Jr. Lighting Oxford Jr. Wildcats Stoney Creek Jr. Cougars
GBYF Spirit Wear Available for order beginning in June T-shirts, crew-necks, hoodies, etc. Online order, online payment Name/number available on back Things to remember: Order and pay online; link provided on GBYF website Delivery will be to practice fields; parents will be emailed with details Questions/Concerns/Issues - please use the special email address on the GBYF site; do not go to your Coach or Team Parent
Corporate Sponsorship If you have a business or know of a business that would like to support GBYF, please contact any Board Member
Grand Blanc Youth CHEERLEADING
Cheer Program Cheer Moves Jumps / Kicks Tumbling Cartwheels, Round-offs, Splits Chants Cheer Camp July 8 th and July 22, 2018 6:00pm to 8:00pm at GB East Middle School. Basic Mounts knee height only Confidence / Fun! Mega Cheer A competition will be held in October
Squads / Divisions Squad Placement during the 2 nd week of Practice. All Squads are taught same Chants and the Mega Cheer Routine Will not take special request for coaches or squad placement. Typical Squad Placement: Freshman: 6yrs old(if in 2 nd grade ) thru 9 yrs old Junior Varsity: 9 years (if in 5th grade*) thru 12 years old (if in 6th grade*) Placement depends on a number of factors (Age / Equal Number of Girls / Siblings on Football / Coaches)
Cheer Attendance Policy Summer July 30 th - Early September : 4 days a week Monday- Thursday from 6:00pm 8:00pm until school starts. When school starts : 6:00pm- 730pm For cheer, practice will be on T/W/Thurs only until the end of the season. Cheerleaders must be present during practices to participate on game days. Please notify your child s coach if your child will be absent for a game or practice within 48 hours. Must sign and return Attendance Policy during Cheer Uniform Distribution, in order to participate. First day of Practice July 30, 2018 Bicentennial Park
Practice What to Bring: Water Bottles Sweatshirt / Jacket for cooler days. Rain Gear ( incase it Rains) What to wear: Tennis shoes (prefer cheer shoes) Shorts / Sweats / Athletic wear T-Shirts / Athletic tops Hair Up and out of face What NOT to wear: Sandals, flip flops, or bear feet Sundresses, jeans, or skirts Tank Tops, Halter tops, Bathing suit tops Hair hanging in face Spectators/Parents Welcome to stay and watch the practice, however we ask that you refrain from correcting your girls in front of everyone.
Game Days Arrive to Game 1 Hour prior to Start of Game: Wear Full Uniform / Bring Cheer Jacket/ Mittens/ Rain Gear Arriving Late will result in sitting out (Benched) 1 st Quarter. Check Spirit Schedule for Designated Responsibilities: Opposing Team Spirit Bag / small gifts End of the Game Treats for Players and Cheerleaders Spirit Banner for Game Day Spirit Tunnel Posters / Signs
Expectations of Parents Transportation for your child to all practices and to game day, (drop off / pick up) Know who your child s coaches are, know contact information, phone numbers Read folder contents!!!! Communication with Coach / (Concerns or Issues): Contact via email or phone call Interruption during practice will not be allowed. Know where game day locations are prior to the day of games Use GBYF communication resources for important information: Email, Website & handouts Check email daily for updates Know where each game day location is, prior to game day. Maps located on the GBYF website, under the GAMEDAY link. Help your child be responsible for snack, banner, end of the game treats, gift bags
Cheerleader Responsibilities Be on Time / Dressed and Ready to Go each practice and on Game Days Positive Attitudes / Participate in learning Listen and Respect Coaches Represent GBYF in a positive manner, no inappropriate behavior tolerated Football Banner, after game treats, Opposing Team gift bags, (per the Spirit Schedule) May not leave practice or game day early, unless family emergency, or notified prior to day of game or practice. You will not participate Game Day, if you re unable to attend the full game. Missing Game Days will not be allowed for any reason, unless in an emergency situation. Absent from any game days will result in Cheerleader not participating in remaining Game Day Pom and Hello Cheers.
Cheer Uniforms NEW CHEER UNIFORMS!!! 2018 NEW POM POMS!!!! 2018 Property of GBYF Handle and Care When to Wear: -Prior to Game Day Friday at School -Game Days (come to game dressed) -Picture Day -Homecoming Parade -Grand Blanc High School Home Games (If attending- Optional) When Not to Wear - Practice, Outside Play, Costume Parties, or outside events! Cheer Shoes/Briefs/Body Suit/Leggings Order online from Omni Cheer Cheer Accessories Cheer Hair Bows and Sling Back Packs
Cheer Uniform Distribution All Cheerleaders: Equipment handout will be held at: Creasey Bicentennial Park - Large North Pavillion Players who miss Equipment Distribution will pickup their equipment after the first day of practice Registration Paperwork will be provided so parent/guardian must be present to sign paperwork You MUST turn in the following items before cheer uniform pick up. Completed MHSAA SPORTS PHYSICAL CARD Photocopy of your child s Birth Certificate (will NOT be returned) A signed copy of the CHEER ATTENDANCE POLICY. Absolutely no cheerleaders will be issued equipment and allowed to practice until these forms and paperwork are turned in.
Cheer Accessories Purchased Items (Kept by Cheerleader) Cheer Shoes Brief Body Suit HAIR BOWS Sweat Suit Sling Back Packs Items available at omnicheer.com Email to follow with item numbers Cheer Bows will be provided before the first game.
Grand Blanc Youth Football
Why The NYFL? MMRFL Dissolution Follows MHSAA Rules Use MHSAA Officials Instructional Based Not Intramural Play Games are played on REAL Football Fields
NYFL RULES 12 Minute Quarters with a 10 minute Half 30 Second Play Clock 3 Time outs per half Coaches are on the sideline Extra Points 2 Points Pass or Kick 1 Point for Run
Player Provided Mandatory Equipment Cleats (Black) VERY IMPORTANT!!!! Players may use non cleated tennis shoes, molded football or soccer style shoes with molded rubber cleats only. Screw in cleats are permittable, but no longer than ½ inch. No Metal or removable metals tips are allowed. Hard Cup Black Game Socks Mouth Guard (No Clear or White) Girdle w/built in pads Practice Jersey/Shirt to cover shoulder pad
GBYF Provided Football Equipment Helmet with Chin strap Shoulder Pads Clothing - Game Pants, Practice Pants, Belts (black/white) NEED TO RETURN EVERYTHING WASHED AND DRIED
Football Equipment Wednesday - July 25th 6:30-7:30pm Distribution Equipment handout will be held at: Creasey Bicentennial Park - Large North Pavillion Players who miss Equipment Distribution will pickup their equipment after the first day of practice Registration Paperwork will be provided so parent/guardian must be present to sign paperwork You MUST turn in the following items before equipment distribution. Completed MHSAA SPORTS PHYSICAL CARD (Must use this Form) Photocopy of your child s Birth Certificate (will NOT be returned) Absolutely no players will be issued equipment and allowed to practice until these forms and paperwork are turned in. Volunteer Sign-up requirement
Football Camps Sunday July 8 th 6-8pm Sunday July 22nd 6-8pm Where: East Middle School
Practice Begins! First Week of Practice 7-30-18 Wear shorts, T-Shirt, HARD-CUP, & Helmet. Please wear a White T-Shirts with last name written on front and back. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 6:00 8:00. Second Week of Practice 8-6-18 Full contact begins Wear FULL pads and practice pants/jersey Typical schedule: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 6:00-8:00 before school starts 6:00-7:30 after school starts 5:30-7:00 starting in October
Water / Breaks Practice Will never deny water to the players - frequent water breaks STAY HYDRATED Drink min. 32oz daily, 4-6 bottles of water throughout the day Bring at least 16oz of water and drink throughout practice Spectators/Parents Welcome to stay and watch the practice. However, we ask that you stay OFF the practice field and refrain from coaching from the sidelines. Never run onto the practice or game day field unless called by the coaches Parents need to stay for practice during the first week of practice and are encouraged to stay at practice throughout the season
Practice Weather We will practice in all weather except lightning. If in doubt, call your coach. Game jersey and game pants are ONLY to be worn at games, and NOT practice. There is no smoking (including e-cigarettes) allowed on school property or the practice field. That includes no smoking in vehicles parked on school property. We must be respectful of school rules or will lose the right to play there. Parents must be at the field 10 minutes before the end of practice.
Position Assignments Your coach will determine the position that is best suited for each player, with the goal being to put your child and the team in the best position to be successful Your child will NOT be taught every position on the field Your child will learn at least one position on defense and offense Keep in mind, most kids know better than any of us what position they are best suited for. We try to listen to them and we ask that you do the same
Playing Time Football playing time - Will be allocated based on Practice Attendance, Attitude and Skill. The NYFL rule on playing time Each player must play 6 plays in each half. We do what we can to better those requirements, by having small teams. Coaches have the right not to play kids for disciplinary reasons (such as kicked out of school, fighting, poor grades, etc.). The coach should inform you prior to the game if such a condition exists.
Playing Time Playing time will be effected by missed practices, starting the week before the opening game weekend. 1 day missed Sit the 1st qtr 2 days missed Sit the 1 st half (must be present) 3 to 4 days missed Player will sit out the game (must be present) Exceptions may be made on case by case basis for illness and excused absence. All exceptions are approved by the GBYF Football Director or GBYF Vice President. Your coach cannot make an exception!!
Parent/Coach Communication We encourage communication! If you have any concerns, please talk to your coach. We are all volunteers, and are doing this for the love of the game, and the kids. HOWEVER!!! Please wait 24 hours before addressing your coach, when out of anger or frustration. Never address your coach or official while in the presence of your child. Please contact any GBYF executive board member if you feel you concerns not being addressed.
Game Day! Game Schedules Game schedules are created by the NYFL. Game schedules are not released to Grand Blanc Youth Football until July. Game Locations There are 7 areas involved in the NYFL, we could be playing at any one of them. 2018 Home Games will be held at Grand Blanc High School. Game Times The first home game of the day will start at 11:00 pm. Then 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and finally 5:00 pm under the lights. NOTE: All teams will NOT have a game under the lights Game Day Rules You are responsible for transportation to and from the games. Your player is required to arrive at the game 1 hour and 15 minuets prior to the start time. This is done so the coaches can do a role call and get every player weighed in 30 minutes prior to the game. Once you drop your child off at the game, PLEASE restrain from interrupting the pre-game routine the coaches have established for their team.
Key Information for every parent to know!
New Concussion Policy Michigan legislation took effect June 30, 2013 Coaches are required to complete an online course Specific protocol required by coaches which COULD include removing athlete from the game or practice Parents need to be aware of signs of concussions since symptoms may not appear until athlete has left practice/game Provide educational materials to parents and parent acknowledgement sign off in August
Parent/Player Communication Remember you are NOT playing, your child is. Talk to your child about what they want NOT what YOU want Attend Practice Do not criticize your child in front of his/her teammates Be encouraging and upbeat
IMPORTANT DATES Cheer and Football Equipment Pick-up Wednesday, July 25-6:30-7:30 p.m. First Day of Practice July 30th - Football Players and Cheerleaders Parents MUST park in designated parking! Parents need to stay during practice for at least the first week Sat., Aug 18 - First possible game day Mid-September - Picture Day Fri., Oct 7- Grand Blanc Homecoming Parade Sat., Oct 13 - Last possible Game Day Sun., Oct 14- End of Season Celebration/Equipment Turn-in
Email Distribution Sign up for Email Distribution List to receive important program information Signup is on the CONTACT page on the www.grandblancyouthfootall.com Check your SPAM folder if you re not getting GBYF emails Sometimes parent s email addresses will change or were mistyped sign up so you don t miss key information.
GBFY Facebook Page http://www.facebook.com/gbyouthfootball Like our page Stay up to date on practice cancelations, announcements, post pictures, etc.
Schedule Will Vary Make sure you check the calendar on the www.grandblancyouthfootball.com web site Practice will be 4 days a week but the off day will vary until the first game For example No practice the Friday before Labor Day No Practice on Labor Day
Team Mom or Team Dad Help coaches and league provide information to parents Focal point for parents on your player s team Be available to parents during practices Distribute Team Roster & Game Schedule Create Game Day Snack Schedule Create Game Day Program include football & cheer names
GO BOBCATS!