Elkhorn Midget
Cowboys
2009
Parents Guide
Basic Philosophy
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Kids need to have fun
Remember its just a game
Keep practice to a defined time
Learn and develop skills
◦ Learn from experience
◦ Develop with practice
Balance the playing time and ensure everyone
gets more than minimum plays.
Positive work ethic
Learn team work
Practice Sportsmanship
No superstars
Coaches:
Head Coach:
Todd Jakopovic (Offensive Coordinator & Backs)
763-9059 Home
740-0739 Cell
todd.jakopovic@evwfootball.com
Assistant Coach – Robb Jacobi (Defensive Coordinator / LB’s)
Assistant Coach – Michael Hasty (Special Teams & Receivers / DB’s)
Assistant Coach – Terry Reeg (Offensive & Defensive Lines)
Parents Guide
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Be on time to practice and to games
◦ 10 minutes early to practice is perfect
◦ Be on time to pick up after practice!
◦ If your son is habitually late for practice, it will effect their playing time
and opportunities in games.
◦ If your son misses one practice in a week, the minimum play rule for that
week is only 4 plays per half, per game.
◦ If your son misses both practices in a week, there is no obligation or
requirement for them to play in the game that weekend.
◦ I will always go over and above to give every player a ton of
opportunities, but I must also look out for the best interests of the team
and those that are at practice.
Sign the Parent Consent Form
Bring a water jug to practice – please label
Communication / Email
◦ Please get in the habit of checking your email every day for practice or
game updates and information. I cannot call everyone with every change
or update, so it is your responsibility as parents to make sure you are in
the loop by checking your emails.
Issues / Concerns
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If you have an issue, a question or a concern about anything related to
the team, the players, the parents, or your son…I am the only contact
person. Do not contact assistant coaches. I will handle all issues and
concerns.
If you have an issue or concern, please contact me first by email. Do
not approach me immediately after a game or practice, but rather
email me and I will respond to you by phone or in-person, once I have
had a chance to look into the issue.
All issues will be addressed professionally, promptly and fairly. I have
coached youth football for many years and youth sports for even more.
My philosophy is that I will listen to all concerns and be fair to
everyone, but at the end of the day, I have to always do what is best
for the entire group of kids and parents, and all in accordance with
league rules. Please be respectful of that.
If a concern or issue is in the interests of a childs’ health or well-being,
then those issues can and should be brought to my attention
immediately.
Football Gear
Have all your gear with you – label everything!
◦ Mouthpiece – have an extra (we provide 2)
 Give it to coach with name on it in a zip lock bag
◦ Cleats - Player provides
◦ Socks - Player provides
◦ Helmet/Chin Strap - Player provides
◦ All Pads - Provided
◦ Pants - Provided
◦ Cup/Slider Shorts - Player provides
Game Days
Home Games
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Arrive 1 hour early for walk-thru
Need 3 parent volunteers to run chain and down
markers.
◦ It’s the best seat in the house to watch a game
Away Games
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Directions will be provided
Arrive 1 hour early for walk-thru
Games & Practices
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Home games will be at E-1 in Elkhorn
◦ Where draft/tryouts were
◦ Away games are TBD
◦ Walk-thru on game days 1 hour prior to kick-off
◦ Schedule, Team Roster, Standings will be posted on
EVW Website www.evwfootball.com
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Practice will be at The Grove (188th & Pacific)
◦ Times and dates will be sent via email
Please let coaches know if you are going to miss a
practice or a game
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Team Roster
7th Graders
8th Graders
Nick Anderson
Thomas Dunham
Tyler Beister
Ben Hass
Shane Holzworth
Jake Hasty
Trent Jacobi
Caleb Johnson
Kellen Jakopovic
Jack Kobes
Chase Kruse
Brandon McDonald
Vince McCashland
Derick Nelson
Bryan McLaughlin
John Trueblood
Hank Uleman
Zach Reeg
Tommy Trueblood
Zach Zelasko
Thanks for all your help this
year! Let’s make it
memorable for the kids!
Go Cowboys!!!