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The official e-Newsletter of PHS Football, Volume II —Jeff Green, Head Football Coach/ Boys’ Athletic Coordinator [email protected] Friday nights are always better under sta- dium lights! Although we ended last week with a win, the Poly coaching staff will continue to focus on the big picture. To us, success isn’t measured solely by wins and losses. It’s about hard work, embracing the daily challenges we all face, and the fearlessness each of us must have in order to rise above our own expectations. After speaking with several of our fans, there was a distinct point in Fri- day night’s game when all doubt was erased by unified drive and determination. Our student athletes aren’t the only ones that are continu- ously learning. This fall, the coaching staff will be participating in a book study titled “InSide Out Coach- ing”, that will provide some guidance and serve as a re- minder as to why we are here. Attendance at away games tends to be minimal, however, it doesn’t have to be! Please join us this Friday night as we play Dallas Conrad! We would love your support and encouragement as we continue to break Poly records! TEACHER OF THE WEEK: Leann Johnson “It’ s not the will to win, but the will to prepare to win that makes the difference. ” —Bear Bryant 2018 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE FIELD LOCATIONS During our scrimmage against Diamond Hill on August 23rd, we noticed one fan in the stands that was excitedly pacing and taking photographs of the football players. When asked which one of the boys was hers, she simp- ly stated, “All of them.” Mrs. Johnson, who is the Anat- omy and Physiology and Environmental Science teacher makes it a point to attend all of the Poly football games. She takes pictures of the boys and makes an effort to get to know them through their performance on the field, which gives her the opportunity to make connections with them in the classroom as well. It is evident that Mrs. Johnson genuinely cares about her students and their potential for success. VARSITY PLAYER OF THE WEEK “Children can be dimin- ished and discourage by their sports experiences, or they can be strengthened, uplifted, even in some cases redeemed. Sports can be a life-changing experience if coaches understand why they are coaching and redefine their measurement of success.” —Joe Ehrmann, author WEEK 1 STATS • 22 rushes • 310 yards • 6 rushing TDs Dajuan Wheatfall-Hunter Football not only builds character—it reveals it. This week, Dajuan displayed extreme adaptability when he unexpect- edly became our starting quarter- back due to circumstances beyond his control. His ability to think quick and act fast in a situ- ation when many athletes might panic, earned him this week’s player of the week award. We can’t wait to see how he executes when there are no surprises! JV NEWS The Poly JV team traveled to Hillcrest last Thursday for their season opener. We came away with a 28-20 victory. The offensive player of the game was Corey Gunnell who slashed his way to the endzone. Defensive player of the game was Marcelino Garcia. He had a late inter- ception to help seal the game along with several pass break-ups. The special forces player of the game was Anthony Phenix. He had a punt return and a kick off return for touchdowns.
