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Cougar Football FAQs Practice Schedule Championship football requires a full commitment from both the athlete and his family. It is important that a player and his parents plan ahead so that the athlete can attend school and practice in a consistent and diligent manner. A player who cannot practice, cannot play, regardless of the reason. The Half Moon Bay Football Program has provided all those involved in the coming season with a detailed FOOTBALL CALENDAR. Parents and athletes are asked to check the FOOTBALL CALENDAR often and to schedule family functions, doctor and dental appointments, etc around the football team functions listed in the calendar. If an absence from, or tardy to, a football team function must occur, the coaching staff expects advance notification from the parent. Click here to download and view the 2011 Football Calendar. Team Rules The Cougar Football Program has developed a “Cougar Code of Conduct” that governs all those choosing to become a participant of either the Frosh/Soph or Varsity teams. The Code of Conduct ensures that all players and their parents understand the expectations, obligations and commitment required to remain in the Half Moon Bay Football Program for four full years. An athlete and his parents must sign the Code annually, indicating that they have read, understood and agree to adhere to the football guidelines. All portions of the Cougar Code of Conduct are administered and adjudicated at the discretion of the Head Football Coach, keeping in mind what is best for the Football Program and Team. Click on this link to download a copy of the HMBHS Code of Conduct. FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions About Half Moon Bay Football How do I contact the Head Varsity Football Coach? How many football teams does Half Moon Bay High School field? What are the basic philosophies of the Half Moon Bay Varsity Football Program? The primary goal of the Half Moon Bay Football Program is to fairly and appropriately win varsity league and sectional championships with young men who have matured into excellent students and citizens. All Cougar Football players will be motivated to understand and assertively implement the connection between academic achievement, disciplined behavior and continued athletic participation. The development of appropriate year round behavior on and off campus, good sportsmanship, character, integrity and safety are the coaching staff's highest priority. The HMB coaching staff believes in the philosophy of the multiple sport athlete and will actively encourage football players to participate in winter and spring season sports in addition to football. Those football athletes who do not elect to play a winter or spring season sport will be expected to take advantage of opportunities to improve their athleticism and football skills in an early morning training session (Starting mid-January through June- 6am: M-F) A 2.0 GPA is required to attend these sessions, however, a student-athlete may earn the privilege of morning training by attending both weekly study hall sessions: TBA. Football student/athletes are continually evaluated in terms of academic and athletic ability, and are realistically promoted and exposed to student/athlete opportunities at the junior college and four year college levels. The HMB coaching staff aggressively and realistically assist and guide varsity athletes through the collegiate recruiting process. What League and Section does Half Moon Bay compete in? Are there opportunities for post-season playoff competition? The PAL Ocean Division qualifies its championship team and other "at-large" candidates for the Central Coast Section playoffs, a three week tournament wherein teams from all of the leagues in the CCS are seeded and arranged into 5 different playoff divisions determined by enrollment. In its' history, Half Moon Bay has won 11 League and 1 Central Coast Section championships. How do I sign up for varsity or frosh/soph football at Half Moon Bay? Half Moon Bay football prospects who intend to sign up for the varsity football team are reminded that they must meet minimum academic eligibility requirements (2.00 GPA) in order to begin the sign-up process. Is there a PE class during the regular school year that will help me improve and mature as a student athlete and as a football player...and how do I enroll in it? Student/athletes may elect to enroll in ELECTIVE PE during the time period in the Spring when the entire student body is forecasting their classes for the coming school year. Is there an "after school" conditioning program for varsity football players at Half Moon Bay High School? Does Half Moon Bay have Spring Football Practice? 2011 Spring Football Practice begins on Monday, May 16th and concludes on Friday, May 27th. Is there a summer football program at Half Moon Bay High School that would improve and maintain my fitness level and athleticism while teaching me more about the varsity football team's system and practice format? Those student/athletes who commit to and complete the Summer Football Program will have a distinct advantage over those who do not. Students wishing to participate in the Summer Football Program must meet minimum academic standards (2.00 GPA) and have the permission of Coach Ballard, Head Football Coach and Athletic Director. Does my son have to attend summer workouts to be on the varsity football team? If workout requirements are not met by August, the prospective player is still on the team, but will miss playing in games. (1-3 sessions short = sitting week #1 (vs. Homestead), 4-6 = weeks #1 & 2, 7-9 = weeks #1, 2 & 3, and so on). All players will participate in the scrimmage and be evaluated regardless of summer attendance. It is important to note that, summer training is essential to get the body physically prepared for the stresses of football. Moreover, the class work is necessary in understanding the complex offensive, defensive and special teams packages HMBHS runs. These workouts and class sessions are for a reason. Our whole team needs to enter the season strong so we can achieve the goals we set for ourselves. Championships are built NOW, not in August!! When is the first day of REQUIRED football practice? What kind of equipment do I need to purchase for my son to play varsity football at Half Moon Bay High School? Varsity football equipment issue is scheduled for Thursday, August 11th 10:00 am at the Quonset Hut (steel dome, top of hill, Baseball field). All forms must be turned in to get gear. How do I try out for the varsity football team and are there "team cuts"? What are the academic requirements to play varsity football? Do the Football Program academic and discipline standards apply to my son all year long or just during football season? Does my son need a physical exam and insurance to play football? The Sports Physical Release Form and the Emergency form can be found online at http://www.cabrillo.k12.ca.us/hmbhs/topic/athletics.html You can also download it from this site. Or you may pick up forms from the coaching staff during Summer Training or in the main office. Forms can be turned into Coach Ballard only anytime during the summer. All forms must be turned in by gear issue date: Thursday, August 11th 10:00 am.
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