2015 NORTH RIDGEVILLE
RANGER FOOTBALL
HEAD COACH: LUKE DURBIN
“If you believe in yourself and have the courage, the determination, the dedication, the
competitive drive, and if you are willing to sacrifice the little things in life and pay the
price for the things that are worthwhile, it can be done.”
Vince Lombardi
Hard Work
“Dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for
success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price.”
Vince Lombardi
Dear Players and Parents:
The 2015 North Ridgeville football season officially began in early December with our off-season lifting
program. Since then, some great changes have taken place. We are excited about the future of our
football program and about the commitment of our coaches to this program and to your sons.
Topics that will be covered in this packet include the following:
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Philosophy of Program
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Accountability
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Scope of Jurisdiction
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2015 Football Schedule
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Academics
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Football Calendar
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Eligibility
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Clearing House Information
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Players Contract
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ACT Information
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Work Ethics
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Optional Helmet Purchases
Playing football requires an attitude of togetherness to develop a team concept. This requires
character, which comes from physical and mental toughness, and an ability to give effort to reach your
full potential. If you can do the things it takes to play winning football, you can be a winner in life,
which is the most important accomplishment.
Playing football is a privilege, not a right.
Luke Durbin
Head Coach of the North Ridgeville Rangers
PHILOSOPHY OF PROGRAM
At North Ridgeville High School, our focus is to teach life skills to young adults.
We Teach:
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Accountability and Focus
Work Ethic and Commitment
Communication, Cooperation, and Team Work
By being a part of this process each athlete will:
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Develop greater confidence in themselves
Build character
Learn how to deal with adversity
As a member of the Ranger’s Football Team, young athletes will realize greater rewards by
being a part of a team rather than an individual. Extracurricular activates are a privilege, not a
right!
SCOPE OF JURISDICTION
All student-athletes are bound by both school rules and the Athletic Code of Conduct.
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The Code of Conduct is in effect 365 days per year, which includes summer break!
ACADEMICS
Student-athletes are expected to be exactly that; student first and then athlete! Each of these
young men’s progress in the classroom will be monitored through various ways:
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Weekly grade checks
Player / Coach Conferences
Teacher comments
ATTENDANCE/DISCIPLINE POLICIES
o No practice / No play unless excused by Head Coach
o Do not get a detention. If you do, expect discipline action at football.
 ALL detentions served before school on your time, NOT team time.
o Perfect attendance – Do not miss!
o MUST PRACTICE THURSDAY AND BE IN SCHOOL FRIDAY TO PLAY IN THE GAME.
ACT Test Dates in the U.S
The June 2014th testing date deadline has past. You can still sign up by May 22 but you would have to
pay the late fee. We will prep for this test after workouts in June.
2015-2016
I encourage all seniors to be to sign up for the June 13th test.
Registration deadline is May 8 (May 9 – 22 late registration)
2016-2017
2015 Varsity Football Schedule
Date
Time
Game
8/28/2014
7:00 PM
vs. NORTH ROYALTON
9/4/2014
7:00 PM
@ STEELE
9/11/2014
7:00 PM
vs. BEREA-MIDPARK
9/18/2014
7:00 PM
@ OLMSTED FALLS
9/25/2014
7:00 PM
vs. AVON LAKE
10/2/2014
7:00 PM
@ NORTH OLMSTED
10/9/2014
7:00 PM
@ AVON
10/16/2014
7:00 PM
vs. WESTLAKE
10/23/2014
7:00 PM
vs. LAKEWOOD
10/30/2014
7:00 PM
@ MIDVIEW
11/6/2014
7:00 PM
1st Playoff Win
JV Schedule
Freshmen Schedule
Aug. 29
@ North Royalton
10:00AM
August 27
@ North Royalton
4:30PM
Sept. 5
vs. Steele
10:00AM
Sept. 3
vs. Steele
4:30PM
Sept. 12
@ Berea-Midpark
10:00AM
Sept. 10
@ Berea-Midpark
4:30PM
Sept. 19
vs. Olmsted Falls
10:00AM
Sept. 17
vs. Olmsted Falls
4:30PM
Sept. 26
@ Avon Lake
10:00AM
Sept. 24
@ Avon Lake
4:30PM
October 3
vs. North Olmsted
10:00AM
October 1
vs. North Olmsted
4:30PM
October 10
vs. Avon
10:00AM
October 8
vs. Avon
4:30PM
October 17
@ Westlake
10:00AM
October 15
@ Westlake
4:30PM
October 24
@ Lakewood
10:00AM
October 22
@ Lakewood
4:30PM
October 31
vs. Midview
10:00AM
October 29
vs. Midview
4:30PM
North Ridgeville Football Player Contract
In order to be and remain a member of the North Ridgeville Football team I pledge that:
1. I will represent my school, my team, my community, and my parents/guardians in a first class
manner.
2. I will not act in any way that will hurt my school or my team.
3. I will act in a manner that confirms that I am a person of high character.
4. I will respect the right and property of others.
5. I will be honest, trustworthy and accountable.
6. I will follow the rules of the North Ridgeville City Schools Athletic Code of Conduct.
7. I will try my best in the classroom both in and out of season.
8. I will make whatever sacrifice is necessary for the betterment of my team, my school, and my
community.
9. I will work harder and with more persistence than our opponents are able or willing to work. I
will persist until I succeed.
10. I will fully commit to the North Ridgeville Ranger Football program.
I have read and understand the importance of this contract. I understand that this is a “day-to-day”
limited contract and that if I do anything that is not keeping with the spirit of this contact, I may be
subject to disciplinary actions. Also, I understand that insubordination, unexcused absences, and
discipline problems in/out of school can lead to my dismissal from the football team. I agree to abide
by all the requirements listed throughout this contract.
Player Signature __________________________________________
Date ____________
Parent / Guardian__________________________________________
Date____________
North Ridgeville Football Camp Information
Our scheduled camp days throughout the summer are mandatory. We will be installing a new offense
and defense and absences from these days will cause you to fall behind in the mental aspect of the
game. I do understand people take vacations but you must inform us if/when you will miss due to
them. NO UNEXCUSED ABSENCES!!! Important dates are below.
Lifting Only Days 8-10:30 AM
June 8, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23,
25, 29, 30
July 2, 6, 23
Camp Days
June 3, 4
July 7, 9, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21
Gold Card Pass Out
July 6
Gold Card Blitz
July 15
Overnight & Water Park
July 16-17
Passing Scrimmages
July 13, 16, 23
Start of Two-A-Days
August 1st
Entire summer calendar online
** We will be lifting every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through June and July from 8:00 – 10:30
AM. In order to reach our goals, you have to be at these lifting times. We will work on overall strength,
core stability, injury prevention, as well as speed, agility, and conditioning. You must attend 11 of 13
lifting days and all camp days before the July 17th Wild Water Kingdom trip to have your trip paid for. If
there are conflicts including vacations and college camps, you must let us know to be excused.
WORKING A JOB IS NOT AN EXCUSE. We will be done before 10:30 on most days and you have the rest
of the day to work. We will also have open throwing after each lifting session and occasionally in the
evening depending on weather.**
Questions or Comments call or email Coach Durbin.
(330) 322-5166
durbinluke@gmail.com
Practice Pack Information
I am changing things up regarding the practice packs. This year we will be offering a practice pack that will
include an Under Armour tee-shirt, 2 pairs of UA socks, non-UA shorts and tee-shirt. This pack will be $45. We
are also including other clothing items, both UA and non-UA, for selective purchase. This will allow you to get
exactly what you want and spend only want you want to spend. All clothing items will contain North Ridgeville
designs and be greatly discounted over purchasing through Under Armour or at a store.
*Please include this whole sheet along with payment
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Make checks to: Ranger Pride Football Booster (RPFB)
Mail to:
Attn: Luke Durbin
North Ridgeville High School
34600 Bainbridge Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 16th, 2015
Name ______________________________________________________
Phone Number ___________________________
Fill in sizes for base Practice Pack. $45
Tee-Shirt Size
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Short Size
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Sock Size
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Optional Choices. You can choose any or none. You can also buy more than one of each item if you want.
UA Long Sleeve T
$24.00
100% Polyester
UA Compression T
$20.00
UA Storm Hoody
$45.00
UA Every Team’s Hoody
$35.00
84% Polyester / 16% Spandex
100% Polyester
78% Cotton / 22% Polyester
Quantity
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Quantity
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Quantity
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Quantity
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Size
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Size
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Size
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Size
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Sleeves or Sleeveless
Non-UA Long Sleeve T
$17.00
100% Polyester
Non-UA Compression T
$15.00
83% Polyester / 17% Spandex
Non-UA Fleece Hoody
$32.00
100% Polyester
Performance Fleece Pant
$32.00
100% Polyester
Quantity
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Quantity
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Quantity
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Quantity
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Size
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Size
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Size
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Size
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Sleeves or Sleeveless
Total Money Included ______________
GRADES MATTER
Ranger Helmet Initiative
We are giving families the option of purchasing their son’s helmet at the start of their high school
career. If a helmet is purchased, your son will wear the helmet for all four years of high school and keep the
helmet after their senior season. The pad size inside helmets is adjustable and head size does not grow much
during high school, allowing one player to wear the same size helmet throughout high school. The two helmet
choices listed in the ad on the next page are the top rated helmets available from Riddle. Purchasing the helmets
through us will allow you to receive a discounted price (Speedflex for $399 on Riddle website) and not pay tax.
Again, this is optional. We are proud to say that the WKYC study found all of our helmets rated either 4 or 5 stars
on a scale of 1-5, which is better than both Avon and Grafton. The padded girdle and shirt are also fully optional
but is it recommended to purchase a padded girdle for sanitary reasons. If you buy a helmet, I will contact you
for a helmet sizing day in early May.
North Ridgeville Ranger Creed
Recognizing that I volunteered as a Ranger, fully knowing the responsibilities of my
chosen sport, I will always endeavor to uphold the prestige, honor, and high esprit-decorps of my Ranger Team.
Acknowledging the fact that a Ranger is a more elite Athlete, I accept the fact that as a
Ranger my city expects me to move further, faster and fight harder than any other
Athlete.
Never shall I fail my teammates. I will always keep myself mentally alert, physically
strong, and morally straight and I will shoulder more than my share of the task,
whatever it may be, one hundred percent and then some.
Gallantly will I show the world that I am a specially selected and well-trained Athlete.
My courtesy to teachers and coaches, performance in the classroom, and care of
equipment shall set the example for others to follow.
Energetically will I meet the opponents on our schedule. I shall defeat them on the field
of battle for I am better trained and will fight with all my might. Surrender is not a
Ranger word. I will never leave the field without knowing that I have fought my best for
every second of every play. Under no circumstances will I ever embarrass my city.
Readily will I display the intestinal fortitude required to fight on to the Ranger objective
and win the game, though I will give credit to my teammates. I will lead the way, for I
am a North Ridgeville Ranger.