 
The Crusader Philosophy We coach football to make a difference in the lives of boys who will soon become
men. Coaching Youth Football well is about being prepared and having a sound philosophy. It’s about understanding what
the critical success factors are in youth football and setting the practice priorities to address those factors. Ultimately,
the lessons our players learn from our program will carry over and play a big part in the success they find in life. My staff
is always encouraged to teach the game while teaching the boys how to respect and love each other. My game plan incorporates
everybody because the core values that we teach are for everybody. By stressing values such as self-discipline, teamwork,
concentration, friendship, leadership and good sportsmanship we can expect every boy to be a part of the team in every way.
We want each member of our program to be something far better than the vision they have of themselves. It is simply our job
to put them in the best possible position for success on the field and in life. We coach to win, we believe winning is fun.
I believe that if you build a strong team of coaches, parents and players and set out to learn, encourage and have fun, the
winning will automatically follow. Beyond winning, I believe strongly that a football Coach has a great opportunity to be
one of the most influential adults in a young persons life. It’s a great responsibility that myself and my staff take
very seriously.
 The Crusader Practice Philosophy Practice time is our most value resource. All coaches
have one thing they can control; they can control their use of practice time. Winning coaches win consistently because of
one thing....”PREPARATION”. In short I think it is imperative that myself and my staff agree not to be out
prepared in any area of the game. What this means that my staff and I should walk on the practice field with goals, objectives
and the plan to carry out actions to complete the mission at hand. Every coach needs to understand that “practice”
means you are giving attention and reps to the study and improvement of each player’s assignments and techniques for
the offense and defensive systems we are trying to employ. I think that meaningless “football drills” need to
be set aside in favor of meaningful “football drills” that pertain to the game plan we have installed, to make
our team as successful as it can be. Practice is about teaching and providing corrective feedback and providing opportunity
for learning and discovery for the players. Good coaches are good teachers and masters at organizing productive practices.
  
Cleveland Clinic Tips to Prevent Heat Illness
A heat
related illness occurs when the body is not able to regulate, or control, its temperature.
If left untreated,
a heat illness can lead to serious complications, even death. If detected and treated early, however, most serious problems
can be avoided.
1. Proper Hydration
Pre- and post-exercise hydration
Drink water
and electrolyte drinks
Limit excessive caffeine consumption
2. Be Aware of Supplements
Research has shown supplements use can raise blood pressure, speed heart rate and contribute to dehydration.
Products
containing ephedrine contribute to fatal heart rhythm difficulties, heat related illnesses, stroke, and seizures.
Ephedrine
raises the body's heat production and body temperatures and increases the risk of developing heat illnesses.
Supplements
are not regulated by the Fod and Drug Administration (FDA). As a result, nutritional labels may be inconsistent.
Creatine
may be linked to muscle cramping if working out in the heat of the day.
3. Keep Cool
Use ice towels
Use cold tub
Wear light-weight, light-colored clothing
4. High Risk Athletes
Overweight & unfit athletes have a tendency to overheat.
5. Stay Healthy
Eat a well-balanced diet
Salt food lightly, if not hypertensive
Monitor weight before and after each practice
session
Monitor urine: Clear or light yellow for color of unrine
Get plenty of rest
6. Notify
Medical Professional if experiencing any signs of dehydration and heat illness
 
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