Our Holy Spirit Football team had a good outing this past Saturday at the 1st Annual Georgia Independent 7-on-7 Tournament hosted by the Johnson Ferry program at Sprayberry High School.  After finishing 3-3 in the Round Robin portion of the tournament our team was the 3rd seed going into the Double Elimination rounds.  After losing the 1st game in the Double Elimination rounds to Freedom Academy, our team played well versus Georgia Force-B, East Atlanta (#1 seed), and Johnson Ferry (#2 seed) before being eliminated by Georgia Force A one game away from the championship game. We challenged our players to "have fun, compete, and learn."  We were successful at achieving all goals.  

Bryan Mocarski was our teams top Defensive Player with a big interception against East Atlanta to help secure that victory, while Kyle Winkler caught a number of big balls on Offense as our Offensive MVP.   Our young defensive backfield and receiving crew gained valuable experience that will serve as a foundation for Fall competiton.  


We appreciate the support of all parents and family members that attended the full day event!

On June 22nd, members of our Holy Spirit Football team will be participating in the 2013 7on7 Georgia Independent Passing Tournament.  This year's tournament is being hosted by the Johnson's Ferry Football team with games being played from 9:00AM to 3:00PM on June 22nd at Sprayberry High School.

Please find the attached PDF document below with more details including the rules for our 7 on 7 passing competition.

2013 Dates to Remember:








Spring Football Practice – In Review
April 29th through May 3rd 
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 3:45 – 6:15

Parents,

Thank you for making it possible for us to conduct a fun and productive Spring practice last week!

With just a few hours each day we were able to develop some practice routines; teach some basic football skills; welcome new and returning players to the program; guzzle down some tasty Muscle Milk Protein drinks; and crown the 1st ever CougarBall Spring Football Champion!  

Parents and all in attendance for practice were able to get a glimpse into the HSP Cougars Football program.  While our schedules will remain very similar for Fall Football practice, the rise in Summer temperatures, the intensity of our effort on the field; involvement of our coaching staff; and sense of urgency and level of commitment will rise significantly.

Our staff is looking forward to a productive and fun Summer and Fall of FOOTBALL, and we are so happy to have you along for the ride!

Thank you for your commitment to Holy Spirit Preparatory School Football!

Sincerely,


Andre Taylor
Holy Spirit Preparatory School - Head Football Coach 

Weekly Workouts in the Weight Room  
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 3:45 – 5:15 (earlier if you do not have tutorials to attend).  Wednesday & Friday are available as make-up days.  Lunch time is another time when players can get in the weight room when afterschool does not fit the schedule.

Summer Workouts
We will continue to workout throughout the Summer on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 5 - 7PM.  Players will devote time to weightlifting as well as agilities, speed work, and position specific exercises.  Attendance is expected AND WILL BE MONITORED.

Football Practice
July 22nd – Varsity Football Practice Starts 
(1st Game August 16th)
We will practice in the morning from 9-12 AM Mon - Friday and 8-10AM on Saturday for the first two weeks.

July 29th – Junior High Football Practice Starts (Tentative)


A note from Coach Taylor: 

Young MEN are ACCOUNTABLE; to each other, to parents, to friends, to teachers, to themselves (wants, needs, and desires).  Be ACCOUNTABLE for YOUR behavior.  No excuses for why you CANNOT do something.  Plan ahead, commit to your plan, and MAKE A WAY!

“Take care of the little things, and the big things will take care of themselves”
-Bill Hodgin

We are deep into the Off-Season and a number of HSP Cougar Football players are taking on the challenge of "Building A Champion."

By "paying the price" these young men are showing a level of dedication and devotion to our team that cannot be coached.

Our coaching staff stands proud of the commitment to the TEAM made by these players who are "finding a way" in spite of full academic, athletic, and social schedules.

C-PRIDE!

Tomorrow, Thursday 3/14/2013, at 3:30 Coach Kennedy will work with the Quarterbacks, Receivers and Running Backs.  

Be sure to come prepared by bringing workout gear and cleats.

If anyone has borrowed footballs, please return those balls tomorrow.

We are looking forward to all who are able to join us on the field at 3:30.  We will utilize the Upper/Lower field depending on availability.

On Thursday, February 14th we will hold a Football Interest Meeting.

Students in grades 7 through 11 should plan to attend this brief meeting to learn more about our Cougar football program, including in-season and off-season expectations.

The football interest meeting will be held in the weight-room on Thursday, February 14th, at 11:10 AM.  The meeting will last 15 minutes during the lunch period.

Returning players, bring a friend who did not play in 2012.

Players & Parents, plan ahead for 2013 HSP Cougars Spring Practice.  

As a TEAM we will hit the field together as we approach the Summer break.  We EXPECT ALL football players to be in attendance so it is important that you manage your schedules and plan ahead NOW!

As of today our only Spring practices will be held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday from 3:45 - 6:15, 4/29 - 5/3.

We have looked forward to review sports schedules and exam schedules to avoid major conflicts with this practice schedule.

To eliminate the need to use the excuse "I have to study for exams" ALL players are EXPECTED to to be in attendance.  DO NOT PLAN TO CRAM for exams (AP & Final Exams), instead PLAN to STUDY...STARTING NOW!