The 8th grade team this year finished with an undefeated season after beating Briarcrest this past Tuesday. Coach Wade had the following comments about this year's group.
"The 2011 8th grade owls finished the season undefeated (8-0), and more importantly we had fun and got better. This group is very talented. We had numerous playmakers, and quality lineman who did the hard work. As we started the season my goal for the team is always similar.
“Have Fun and get Better". As this season progressed a new slogan was born " Work to Win"
It started with the adjustment to 6:00 am practices, but continued throughout the season as the whole team worked together to drive the sled, during our “5 and 5 drill"
The team came together and continued to move forward.
Kids competed each week to earn playing time.
We owe part of our success to all the support of the parents. Thank you to all, and especially Lauren Keel, who helped coordinate numerous deliveries of pizzas and Popsicles.
Yes, that mean coach Wade was asking the moms to bring popsicles.
Some of the highlights of the season:
First ever team bus rides to away games
Film sessions-" The film does not lie"
Bomb pops after practice
The jumbo set
Coach Frasier's gifting of the " swag" sunglasses
Watkins dumping cold water on Coach Wade's head
Good luck to our varsity team in the playoffs. Please come out and support them.
Great job by all
"Have fun and get better" and continue to "work to win."
Coach Wade