Today's Saturday practice was a bit unusual in that it started early and we had the parent picnic afterward. However, it was the first hint of aggressive contact that most of the players had, as many of the players now have their hours of conditioning in.
Coaches will continue to emphasize proper tackling technique to help avoid injury.
Teams will be split up by Monday's practice, and the players will then know which team they are on (and parents will know which schedule to prepare for). After the split, each team will get more into specific strategy, as each coaching staff has different things they like to do while operating under the umbrella of the high school system.
We have reiterated to the players that the coaching staffs try to split the teams as equally as possible, keeping in mind that certain players will have to be designated to one team or another based on special circumstances (a sibling on an "orange" or "black" team at a different level, or a parent as part of a coaching staff, for example). However, in no way are teams divided to create an "A" team and a "B" team, and it is important for the players to understand that.
After we split, 6th grade will continue to warm up together and stretch together, but in many ways will be operating separately. If you have questions in the future, they should be designated to the coaching staff responsible for your child's team.
See you Monday!
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