ADAMS FOOTBALL 2019 WELCOME PACKET
1. Did You Know? 2. Timeline of Events/What to Expect for your Adams Football Player 3. Varsity Schedule **(FROSH and JV to be finalized)** 4. Coaches 5. Mini-Camp Form 6. Spirit Wear Web Order & Practice Jersey Order Form 7. Yard Sign Order Form 8. Physical Form 9. Beastmasters 10. Pasta Parties 11. Kroger/Busch’s Sign-up Information 12. Eastern Michigan Head Coach Letter to Football Parents
Do You Know What it Means to be Part of the Adams Football Family?
History, Tradition, Champions Adams Highlander Football
Did You Know . . .
● Adams Football had 100 players and 11 coaches on the three squads last season? ● Adams Football is the largest and only non-cut male team at Adams? ● All Pay to Participate fees and gate fees from games go to the RCS general fund for the district? ● Concession sales go to the Booster Club who then distributes the funds among ALL Adams sports
teams? ● The district only pays for seven coaches? Adams Football had 11 coaches! ● The district provides 13 footballs each year? Adams Football uses over 65 footballs per season! ● The activity fees of $250.00 per player helps to pay for supplies for the pasta parties, some
salaries, popsicles on 2-a-days, coaches’ gifts and Beastmaster patches? ● The activity fees help pay for Parent Night gifts, Senior gifts, and bagels and water for game-film? ● Adams Football program has spent nearly $10,000 each year replacing equipment? ● Adams Football spent $40,000 on new uniforms in the past 7 years? ● Adams Football pays the salaries of our additional coaches? These coaches are essentially
volunteering their time – if you average their pay compared to the hours they put in, their salaries would be under minimum wage.
● Adams Football provides spirit wear, yard signs, and programs at cost, as a service for the football families?
Our Adams Football Program would not be possible without our parent volunteers! Volunteers are the most essential element to ensuring we can provide the best experience for our
young men. Each family must meet certain volunteer requirements, through fundraising, game day
duties, program sponsored events and pasta parties.
2018 Volunteer Opportunities include:
● Frosh & JV Game Day – chain gang, announcers, running the scoreboard and clock, press box
assistants, and writing up the game summary
● Varsity Game Day – concessions, pizza party, 50/50 sales, and program sales
● Pasta Parties – assisting in set-up, clean-up and providing food
Volunteering is also an opportunity to meet other parents and be more involved in your son’s
activities. It truly takes a collective effort from all our football families to ensure the Adams Football
Program maintains a high level of excellence and a great experience for our boys!
2003 State Championships Division 2
State Playoff Appearances 2017 2016 2013 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006
2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997
Regional Champs 2007 2005
2004 2003
District Champs 2013
2007 2005
2004 2003
OAA Division Champs 2017 2009 2008 2007 2005
2004 2002 2001 1998 1986
Stay Connected to Adams Football!
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@R_AdamsFootball
Get Text Alerts! Text @adamsfo to 754-227-3723
Adams football coaching staff 2019
Varsity:
Head Coach: Tony Patritto
Assistants: Mark MacFarland, Jeff Springer, Jaime Jackson, Josh Heppner, Tom Offer, Jeff Schmitz
J.V:
Head Coach: Scott Sawyer
Assistants: Tom Roncelli, Clay Cumiskey
Frosh:
Head Coach: Brian Dalton
Assistants: Tom Bosley, Michael Polk
Patritto/MacFarland High School
Football Camp
2019 Where: Evolution SportsPlex, 141 S Opdyke Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
When: June 17th, 18th, 20th, and 21st.
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (please report by 8:45)
Wear: Shorts, T-Shirt, Cleats, and Helmet.
Cost: $100 (Cash or checks made out to Tony Patritto 1840 Sudbury Ct. Rochester Hill, 48306)
___________________________________
Name:____________________
Grade:_____________
T-Shirt Size: S M L XL XXL
Questions? Call 248-877-7712 or email [email protected]
2019 ADAMS FOOTBALL SPIRIT WEAR & PRACTICE JERSEYS
Spirit-wear is only available for a limited time! You can view/buy spirit wear now through May 20. The store will re-open July 10-August 5th.
Place your order at: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/v3/shop/team_shop/AdamsFB19#/ ORDERS FOR PRACTICE JERSEYS, ONLY: ALL Adams Football Players MUST have a practice jersey by August 12th, this is the first day of 2-a-days. Please check to see if you can find your jersey or if your jersey needs to be replaced. Please fill out the practice jersey form below, and mail/drop off deadline is July 22, 2019 to: Heidi Farris 5860 Pine Aire Court Oakland Township, MI 48306
Player’s Name:_______________________________________________ Squad: FROSH JV Varsity
Phone Number:_________________________________Email:_____________________________________
Qty.:_________ Name on Jersey:_____________________________________________________________
Size: S/M L/XL 2/3XL
Total amount enclosed ($19.08 per jersey, includes tax)______________________________
Please make checks payable to Rochester Community Schools (RCS)
Practice jerseys will be available for pickup at Registration August 4th.
Adams football INFORMATION REGARDING PHYSICALS 2019
All athletes must have a physical exam dated after April 15, 2019, before they can practice or tryout. Physical forms may be picked up at the main office after April 15, 2019. The physical form will also be available for download from the athletic website.
Physical exam dates are provided at the high schools:
June 17 @ Rochester (5-8pm)
June 18 @ Adams (5-8pm)
June 19 @ Adams (5-8pm)
Please call 248-726-3138 after May 1st to schedule an appointment at any of the three High Schools. There is a $30.00 fee to cover the cost of the physical.
2019
“Beastmasters” Rochester Adams Football Program
Beastmasters is a summer conditioning and development experience that has become an honored tradition in the Adams football program. All current Adams Football athletes (and many younger athletes that aspire to one day join the Adams Football program) participate in the Beastmasters workout series each year. Those who successfully meet the program requirements receive the coveted Beastmasters patch to be worn proudly on the upper sleeve of the athlete’s Varsity jacket. In previous years, the Beastmasters has included a variety of formats, but the 2013-2018 seasons marked a new era of excellence and standards in off season achievement. Following please find details of the program for 2019:
Summary Beastmaster workouts will be held weekdays at Adams beginning immediately following dismissal on the last day of school and will continue throughout the summer until the official start of the 2019 season. Exceptions include only dates corresponding to Adams Mini-Camp (June) MHSAA dead week (July) and Varsity Veer Camp (July). Beastmaster workouts begin promptly at 10:00 am and continue for two hours (typically until Noon). Athletes move through a series of stations in the weight room, the gym, and on the football field participating with their assigned groups in guided drills (weightlifting, agility drills, tire tosses, sleds, etc.) at each station.
Beastmaster Award Athletes must attend 75% of the scheduled workouts to earn the Beastmaster Award (at least 18 of 24).
Claymore Award Athletes attend 90% of the scheduled workouts (at least 21) are eligible to earn the Claymore Award, which entails additional requirements based on strength, endurance, and achievement in school. (21 of 24)
Authorized Exceptions ● All absences must be reported in advance to Coach Patritto’s cell by either text or voice
message: (248) 877-7712 ● Authorized absences include participation in organized camps (sports, band, etc.) ● See Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for additional information
The Spirit of the Beastmaster
To provide a positive pre-season conditioning experience that will make Adams football players physically and mentally stronger and more agile while building comradery amongst teammates at all levels.
Disclaimer: Coach Patritto reserves all rights to update/modify/execute the program at his discretion.
Beastmasters FAQ’s Q: Why the change? A: Coach Patritto and coaching staff are focused on delivering a summer program that will create an embedded sense of unity and commitment with the team in preparation for the upcoming football season. Q: What if I’m going on a family vacation? Will these absences count against my participation total? A: Yes they will. The program is designed so that the Awards are achievable even with 25% absences (which means you can miss up to 6 of 24 sessions scheduled and still earn the Award!). Q: Can my middle school age son participate and earn the award? A: Yes. There are incoming FROSH who will start AHS having achieved three years of participation. Q: What if there is a family emergency? A: Coach Patritto will administer this program fairly and with discretion to accommodate all reasonable considerations. Q: Why is the new program criteria more extensive? A: There is a new standard of excellence in AHS football conditioning and preparation. Workout times have been carefully selected to minimize disruption to other sport commitments. Q: What if my son is injured? A: While extremely unfortunate, the Beastmasters award is one that is earned through participation. Coach Patritto will use discretion on how to handle situations as needed. Q: What does my son need to bring with him to Beastmasters workouts? A: Tennis/running shoes, water bottle, and cleats. Q: My son has asked me to purchase over the counter “pre-workout” / “post-work out” supplements. Is this recommended? A: The AHS football program does not prescribe/recommend performance enhancing products of any kind. That said, many boys do utilize over-the-counter supplements. Muscle Milk by Cytosport is one example of a product that is manufactured free of all banned substances and widely used at the college level. Please consult your family physician or nutritionist with additional questions. Q: Is there a certain performance level my son must attain while at Beastmasters workouts in order to qualify for the award? A: No. As long as your son is present and participating to the best of his ability he will receive credit for his workout. Q: How is attendance tracked? A: A member of the AHS Football coaching staff will take attendance. All absences should be communicated, to the extent possible, to Coach Patritto via cell prior to missing a workout (248) 877-7712. Q: Is there additional criteria to earn the Claymore Award? A: Yes. The Claymore Award requires satisfaction of additional requirements including GPA, bench press, squats and shuttle run combined with 90% attainment of the Beastmasters workout program. All standards must be met to attain this most prestigious award! Q: Do you really think this will enhance the AHS football program? A: Absolutely!!! No question.
Pasta Parties
Pasta Parties take place the day before all games for Varsity players, and the day before home games for JV
and Frosh. All pasta parties are held in the Adams cafeteria (if a party will be at a different spot in the school,
we will let you know prior to). A Sign-Up Genius link will be sent at a later date for your volunteer slots for
the pasta parties.
If you are bringing food, please arrive by 4:00 p.m. to deliver food and help set up tables, food and beverages.
You are welcome to stay for the pasta party.
Last year, we had approximately 40 boys on Varsity, 35 on JV and 30 on Frosh. JV and Frosh pasta parties will
be together (total approx. 65). Please take into account how many boys will be eating, and the number of
slots when determining amount of food to bring.
Main Dish Pasta: Lasagna, mostaccioli, mac & cheese, spaghetti, noodles Chicken tenders or wings Pizza, Subs, or Hot Dogs Salad/Fruit Keep salads simple Mixed fruit, grapes, or sliced apples Dessert Rice Krispy Treats, large brownies, cookies, cupcakes, pies, ice cream sandwiches Bread (amounts below equal one slot)
Vendor Order Size Amount Needed Total Cost Kruse & Muer (248) 375-2503
1 bag = 8 slices 5 bags $15.00
Mr. Pizza (248) 375-1111
1 pan = 36 sticks 1 pan $10.00
Hungry Howies (248) 276-9999
1 order = 16 pieces 3 orders $9.00
Little Caesars (248) 375-2470
1 order = 8 pieces 5 orders $10.00
From One Local to Another…By Shopping at Busch’s you’re
Not Only Supporting Local Businesses but Your Local Schools Too!
Help Support Rochester Adams Football Today!
Simply enroll in Busch’s Cash for Education program and start earning money for your schools every time you grocery shop. This hassle-free program requires nothing more, it’s that easy!
How to Get Started:
● To enroll in Cash for Education log into your MyWay account through buschs.com/MyWay and click the Cash for Education icon.
● Don’t have a MyWay account? Sign up at buschs.com and enjoy easier shopping and savings!
● Choose up to four organizations that you would like to support per quarter. (RCSF-FOR ADAMS HS FOOTBALL) You may also include the student you’re supporting.
● Start shopping! Every purchase you make will earn rewards for your designated organization(s), just be sure to use your MyWay card or phone number at checkout.
● Your organization(s) receive a check quarterly for your participation.
● Reminder: You must have a valid email address and opt-in to receive emails to participate in this program. You can check this information under My Account > Account Overview when logged into MyWay.
SUPPORT Adams high school FOOTBALL
by Grocery Shopping!!!
APRIL 1st: TIME FOR THE ANNUAL SIGN UP FOR KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM
Each year in April, all participants must re-enroll their Kroger Plus Card for Adams Football to continue receiving Community Rewards. Please follow the directions below to Enroll or Re-Enroll in the program.
TO RE-ENROLL Go to krogercommunityrewards.com
● Click on Michigan
● Click on re-enroll
● Click on Sign In
● Click on Community Rewards section
● Edit Kroger Community Rewards Information
● Put in organization 82304
TO ENROLL FOR THE FIRST TIME Go to krogercommunityrewards.com
● Click on Michigan ● Click on enroll
● Most participants are new online customers so they must click on "Create an account".
● Enter information
● You will then get a message to check your email inbox. Click on the link within the body of the email.
● Click on My Account and use your email address and password to proceed to the next step.
● Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number.
● Enter 82304 and confirm our organization, "Rochester Community Schools
● Foundation Adams Football." Make sure that you click on the circle to the left of your organization so that it becomes highlighted.
● Save your Changes. You are now Registered.
