QUESTIONS

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A SUMMER VACATION?

Ideally, the week before July 4th, June 27-July 4, is the best time to take a vacation. This ensures the Warrior doesn’t miss any strength and speed training as well as conditioning. During the summer workouts, 7 on 7 passing games against other local schools take place as well as camps for 9th grade, JV and varsity players. You can find most dates on the summer calendar but know that often, an opportunity arises that is not on the calendar. Most importantly, at the end of every summer session, an offensive, defensive and special teams install will take place. Missing workouts will impact the Warrior’s opportunity to earn a spot and learn the system and fundamentals.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL SUMMER WORKOUT?

Each summer workout consists of strength training, speed and agilities from 8:00-9:30AM. At the conclusion of the workout, there will be a 15-minute break for the player to eat a PBJ sandwich and hydrate with water. After the break, the Warriors take the field for Special Teams fundamentals, Offensive or Defensive fundamentals followed by Offensive or Defensive install and Special Teams install from 9:45-10:45AM. The day will conclude with team conditioning until 11:00AM.

WHAT IF WE’VE ALREADY PLANNED ANOTHER TRIP?

Look at the summer calendar and see what falls on that week or during that trip. Communicate with the coaching staff about any absences. Coaches will be calling players each day after workouts asking about their whereabouts if they aren’t in attendance. Your communication will prevent a call and interruption in any planned trips.

WHAT ABOUT WEATHER-RELATED ISSUES (HEAT, RAIN, STORMS, ETC)?

North Cobb High School operates on a Wet-Bulb reading and is documented daily. This instrument measures the heat and humidity and Georgia High School Association has policies in place for different readings of the wet bulb. The coaching staff is equipped with a text alert system for lightening, heat and humidity as well. Precautions will be taken for any inclement weather. We are still able to lift weights and perform speed, agilities, conditioning and fundamentals/install indoors if we need to. Weather should never be a reason to miss a workout.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SCHEDULE OTHER APPOINTMENTS?

When planning for doctor, dentist, orthodontics and other appointments, please try to plan according to the calendar. When possible, plan when we have down time, are not in school, have no practice, etc. Any missed practices once the season begins will influence the athletes dress out/playing time in that game.

WHAT ARE ACCLIMATION DAYS?

The GHSA requires a 5-day period, July 26-30, in which each player must practice in shorts and helmets ONLY to acclimate them to the weather. These five days are non-negotiable and MUST be completed before the athlete can participate in any practices involving any equipment other than helmet and cleats. No exceptions can be made as this is a GHSA-mandated rule. With this in mind, please DO NOT miss these important days for any reason.

FAQ

WHAT FEES SHOULD I EXPECT TO PAY?

Registration is $400 per player. A $50 discount is available when paying up-front and in-full. A 50/50 payment plan is also available to families that wish to divide the fees up over time. Should you choose to take advantage of our 50/50 payment plan, $200 is due at the time of registration, $200 is due before Spring Training (May 6, 2021).

WHAT FUNDRAISING RESPONSIBILITIES DOES MY SON HAVE?

As you can imagine, the fees we charge each player do not come close to covering all of the costs associated with each season. Because we strive to create an environment of excellence, every student athlete is expected to participate in a variety of fundraising opportunities throughout the year. These opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Big South Volleyball Set-Up/Tear-Down, Warrior Cards, Lift-A-Thon, and others.

WHAT EQUIPMENT IS MY SON RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING?

Each player is provided EVERYTHING they need from head to toe, with the exception of their game cleats (MUST be WHITE, NIKE cleats). Last year’s WHITE, NIKE cleats may be used again. If a player needs a NEW pair of cleats, they can be ordered through NC Football. The cost for these cleats will be waived if the player raises $150+ for the LiftA-Thon. NO OTHER CLEATS can be worn in JV or Varsity games. Game socks and Dry-Fit shirts will be provided.

Each player should have a pair of cleats to practice in as well as a pair of workout sneakers to keep in their locker if we must practice inside. It is also a good idea to keep a hoodie or sweatshirt in their locker for the cool days that we go outside in the winter.

WHAT DO FRIDAYS IN THE FALL LOOK LIKE?

Players are expected to be in the locker room IMMEDIATELY after school. Upon arriving in the locker room, each player will receive a personalized schedule with details unique to that night’s game. While cell phones are permitted for personal music listening, we strongly recommend that players avoid any outside communication until after the game is over. Players DO NOT need any food or drinks delivered on the afternoon of a game. As a staff, we will make sure each player is properly fed and hydrated before the game. If your player does need to contact someone on a Friday afternoon, he MUST communicate with a coach beforehand.

WHAT ABOUT FALL BREAK?

Please refer to the included calendar for Fall Break practice plans. Although we will not have practice Monday through Wednesday of that week, we will resume practice (at an adjusted time) on Thursday and Friday. Players should make arrangements to be back in town Thursday and rested for practice.

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