Joshua Owl's Bantam Football: August 2012

Monday, August 27, 2012

Pictures from Saturdays Game

You can check out photos from this Saturdays game on the Brazos Valley Football Associations website. Big thanks to our team mom Jodi Morris for taking and sharing these wonderful pictures!

To View Pictures Click Here

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Last Chance to Order T-Shirts September 6, 2012

Your last chance to order T-Shirts will be Thursday, September 6, 2012.
They are now $17.00 for the basic shirt.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

We WILL Have T-Shirts prior to our first Season Game!!

Special thanks to Jodi Morris and Cari Palacios for the hard work and dedication they put into making these shirts possible.

Caravan Departs at 2:15 for the Game this Saturday (08/25/2012)

On Saturday, August 25, 2012 @ 2:00 P.M. meet us at the Joshua Pee Wee Fields. We will have window markers to decorate each car in our Caravan, if you have extra window markers to share please bring them. The Caravan leaves for the Cleburne Fields promptly at 2:15 P.M. Lets make those Crowley Jaguars shake at the knees when we come rolling into town.

Monday, August 20, 2012

Get to Know Your Coaches

David Briley

David is a 31 year old married, father of two he has a daughter age 10 and a son age 7. He has played football for a total of 8 years, 2 years of pee wee, 2 years in middle school, and 4 years of high school. David attended Godley High School and earned his spot on the varsity team his sophomore year. He has played such positions as center, defensive end, and linebacker with his favorite position being linebacker. David was named All District Special Teams Player in 1998. He was voted Mr. Football in 1998 by Godley High Schools students, teachers, and staff. This is David's second year to coach pee wee football and his first year of being head coach, David also coaches little league baseball. Occasionally you will see David out on the softball field himself playing mens softball.

Charlie Bandy

Charlie is a married, father of four he has three boys (23,18, & 8) one girl age 11, and a grandson age 4. He played football as a child for a total of 8 years. Charlie played fullback, linebacker, and corner-back. His favorite position to play was linebacker. Charlie has been a professional musician for 23 years. He has coached football for 4 years now, Charlie does not coach any other sports.

Bret Bullard

Bret is a 32 year old married, father of two he has a son age 8 and daughter age 10. He played football for 12 years from pee wee all the way through high school. He has played such positions as defensive linebacker, outside linebacker, offensive guard and tackle, his favorite position was outside linebacker. Bret was named All District Linebacker in 1997 & 1998. This is Bret's second year to coach pee wee football, he also enjoys coaching t-ball, girls and boys basketball, and girls fast pitch softball. Bret also conducts a Rodeo school and clinics for children and adults. Bret is still active in sports himself playing the occasional mens softball.

Aaron Manges

Aaron is a 33 year old married, father of two, he has a son age 7 and a son age 3. He has played football for a total of 12 years. Aaron attended Pendelton High School in Indiana and played only one position in his 12 years of playing football, Quarterback. This is Aarons second year to coach football however he also coaches baseball and basketball. You can also find Aaron on the softball fields playing mens softball.

Jeff McWhorter

Jeff is a 34 year old father of two sons age 7 and 12. Jeff played 9 years of football in his youth. He played such positions as corner-back and receiver with his favorite position being receiver. Jeff proudly served our military for 4 years in the US Army. This is Jeff's first year to coach pee wee football although he has plenty of coaching experience having coached both baseball and basketball. Jeff also remains active in sports by playing the occasional mens softball.

2012 Schedule

August 25, 2012
Joshua 1 vs. Crowley Jaguars @ Cleburne
3:30 P.M.

September 1, 2012
Cleburne 2 @ Joshua 1
1:00 P.M.

September 8, 2012
Joshua 1 @ Midlothain 1
9:00 A.M.

September 15, 2012
Burleson 1 @ Joshua 1
9:30 A.M.

September 22, 2012
Joshua 1 @ Kennedale
10:30 A.M.

September 29, 2012
Joshua 1 @ Cleburne 1
2:00 P.M.

October 6, 2012
Joshua 1 - BYE

October 13, 2012
Crowley Blackhawks @ Joshua 1 HOMECOMING
10:45 A.M.

October 20, 2012
Alvarado 1 @ Joshua 1
12:30 P.M.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Coaches Welcome Letter

Joshua Owl’s Bantam 1

2012 Season

Welcome to the 2012 Joshua Pee Wee Football Associations Bantam 1 Season. My name is David Briley and I will be your child’s Coach this year. I am thrilled for the opportunity to work with your child and anticipate a fun season. I look forward to teaching these children how to play the game safely, how to work together as a team, how to respect one another, and how to have good sportsmanship. There is no “I” in team, we work as a team, we win as a team, and we lose as a team. Winning is not the only thing that matters but it sure does make it fun, however the only way to win is to work hard as a team. I expect each and every one of my players to give 100% effort in every practice and every game. Bad sportsmanship WILL NOT be tolerated.

It is very important that you keep your child hydrated. Please make sure they are drinking at the least 8 - 8oz glasses of water every day. The more the better! Keep them away from the sugary drinks. Please make sure your child is bringing plenty of water to practices. I will provide water, Gatorade, and oranges/grapes for each player at every game.

I want all players to be at every game at the VERY LEAST 30 minutes prior to kick off. Please make sure to double check all of their equipment, and they must have it present at every practice and game. Make sure their equipment fits property and that all equipment is adjusted prior to the practice/games. If you cannot get your child to a game, PLEASE call me or one of the Coaches, we can make arrangements to get them there and back.

I cannot stress enough how important it is to address your problems and concerns away from the children, away from the field, and other parents. Pull me aside after practice/game or call me at home. I want to hear any and all comments, concerns, ideas, etc. I just want this to be done in a constructive way. I’d like your children to think of me as a role model, therefore, I will also display the same respect to each of you.

You can find a copy of the BVFA (Brazos Valley Football Association) By Laws & Rules by going to their web site at www.brazosvalleyfootball.org I encourage all of you to review these By Laws & Rules. You can also find contact information for the 2012 Officers on this site. There is a listing of the Joshua Pee Wee Football Association Board Members and their contact information on the following web site www.hometeamsonline.com/?JOSHUAPWFA . We also have a Blog for our team, which has lots of useful information, please check it out at www.joshuaowlsfootball.blogspot.com.

This seasons game schedule will not be available until the week of August 19, 2012. I hope to have information on the Homecoming Parade at this time as well. As soon as I have this information I will forward it to you. I am looking forward to a great season!!!

Thank You,

David Briley

(817) 988-8571

GAME TIMES August 18, 2019

Joshua 1 vs. Midlothian 1
Kick Off: 9:00 A.M.
Location: Joshua Game Field; East End

Joshua 1 vs. Burleson 2
Kick Off: 10:00 A.M.
Location: Joshua Practice Field; East End

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

GAME TIME

Looks like we will be playing on the east end of the practice field this Saturday at 9:00 AM. Our first game is against Midlothian 2. We will have another game right after the first on the same field against Burleson 2. Be there no later then 8:30! Have the boys dressed and ready to play some football. Hope to see you all there to support the boys. Go Owl's!!!!

Horse & Carriage

Unfortunately we were unable to secure the horse and carriage and the offer has been withdraw. We are still looking for ideas, please share any and all!!!!

Monday, August 13, 2012

Schedules

Scheduling will take place this Sunday, August 19, 2012. We should have schedules that Monday. Will keep you posted!!!

Homecoming Parade Forum

Thursday, August 16

Homecoming Parade Forum

We need ideas for this years Homecoming Float!! On Thursday, after the Cheerleaders are done with the boys pep rally, we encourage all parents to participate in a discussion in which we will discuss ideas for our homecoming float. We would like any and all input. If you have access to a cool means of transportation we want to hear about it. There will be a vote at the end of the discussion and we would like for everyone cheer/football alike to participate in both the discussion and the vote.

Some ideas that have already been mentioned include:

-Monster Truck w/Trailer (Provided by: Charlie & Crisy Bandy)

I have requested photos of and

will post those as they come.

KICK OFF CLASSIC

Date: Saturday August18, 2012
Location: Joshua
Time: TBA

Be prepared for two games. Make sure the kids get a good night sleep and keep them hydrated. Have them wear a blue practice shirt. If you have an extra or your jersey from last year bring those as well.

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

NO PRACTICE FRIDAY AUG. 10, 2012

Football Practice is canceled Friday due to the weigh - In of Players
It is very important all players get to the weigh - In or they will not be able to play in the game until a make up time has been rescheduled.
The weigh - In count's as one of our four event's for the week.

T-Shirts

We are working on getting Team Shirts. If you are interested in purchasing one please speak with Jodi or your Cheer Mom. Right now we are only trying to get a head count of those that are interested.

Important Note Regarding Weigh In's

Please make arrangements for your player to be at Saturday's Weigh In. If they don't weigh in they wont get anytime on the field at Saturday, August 18th Kick Off Classic.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Car Wash

Saturday, August 11, 2012 from 11:30 - 12:30

Tell your friends and family to come out and support the team!!!!!

If you have extra buckets, sponges, soap, etc. around the house PLEASE bring them to the car wash. Any and all contributions would be greatly appreciated!!!!!!! See you there at 11:30!!

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Note from Coach: Briley

Note from Coach:
Keep the kids hydrated. Make them drink lots of water.

Birth Certificates

If you haven't turned in a copy of your child's Birth Certificate please do so a.s.a.p.!

Player Photo's

We will be taking photos of the players at Monday, August 6, 2012 practice. We need all players to attend this practice. We have to have these photos for the official book we are required to have.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Team Fund

Each child will need to turn in $35.00 dollars prior to the end of practice on August 15, 2012 for the oranges and Gatorade we need for each game. This money will cover the entire season. If there is any funds left over it will go towards our Homecoming Parade.

Season Passes on sale:

$15.00 Adults

$3.00 Children