Happy September!
We are excited to wrap up fall camp session and kick of the 22’ football season this week. The team has spent the last two weeks practicing and preparing to represent our program families and community. I am excited to start the next chapter in our journey as we gear up for another school year. Please see below for camp recaps and important upcoming dates and information.
August Recap
Youth Camp
Thank you to our Grant Youth Families for attending this year youth camp in the bowl. We were able to host more than 50 youth athletes who spent 4 days learning football fundamentals and techniques. Bridging the gap between our two programs is a top priority for me as a head coach. These opportunities allow us to build and strengthen relationship between current a future Generals. We look forward to continuing to support the youth program in their season and development this season.
Fall Camp
Fall camp begun on August 15th for more than 75 Grant Student Athletes. This has been one of the most productive fall camps I have witnessed in the last 8 years that I have been coaching at Grant. The student athletes have been able to spark a culture shift that is centered around hard work, discipline, and accountability. It is the foundation that has been laid during this camp that will determine our success and failures as a team. I am excited to build on top of the foundation they have laid as a unit.
Fall camp concluded with our first opportunity for competition with the PIL Jamboree. The Generals had a successful “dress rehearsal” against opponents Franklin and Lincoln. The General’s offense was able to generate 5 touchdowns while keeping opposing offenses to just 1 score. A highlight of the jamboree was the number of different players who were able to play and contribute to overall team success.
The lower level team shared similar success in their own jamboree on Saturday. Their ability to execute and compete was great to see. Looking forward to seeing this group continue to grow and compete as a unit.
2022 Season
Below you will find important information for the 22 season including schedules (subject to change) and important reminders for families and friends.
First game Information:
Due to the shortage of officials there will be some untraditional changes to the Varsity and JV schedules. Our first Varsity contest will be played in the Grant Bowl September 1st at 4:15.
There will be limited bleacher seated. Bringing your own chair is highly recommended.
Admission: $6 for Adults, $2 for students with ID
Entry Points: See map for details. Students will be asked to enter near the third base dugout of the baseball field. There will be two other entry points, the northwest corner of the field off 33rd and the southeast corner of the field off US Grant Pl.
Games Schedule
(Concessions provided by Grant Booster Club)
Varsity Schedule:
9/1 vs Newberg 4:15
9/9 @ Southridge 7pm
9/16 vs Ida B Wells 7pm (Marshall)*
9/23 @ Jefferson 7pm
10/7 vs Lincoln (Marshall)* 7pm
10/13 vs Cleveland (Marshall)* 7pm
10/21 @ McDaniel 7pm
10/28 @ Roosevelt 7pm
JV Schedule:
This year the lower level will be using a new format to help remedy the official shortage. Lower level league games will be played the following Monday following the Varsity Contest. For example, when Varsity plays Ida B Wells on September Friday the 16th the lower level will play the following Monday 9/19. This format will ensure there are officials at each contest. This will also give a clear idea of how many quarter swing players will have after the Varsity contest.
9/2 vs Newberg 4 pm (Bowl)
9/12 vs Southridge 4pm (Bowl)
9/19 @ Wells
9/26 vs Jefferson 4pm (Bowl)
10/3 @ Lincoln 7:30pm (Wells Hs)
10/10 vs Franklin 4pm (Bowl)
10/17 @ Cleveland 4pm
10/24 vs McDaniel 4pm (Bowl)
10/31 vs Roosevelt 4pm (Bowl)
Transportation:
All students’ athletes will be transported to and from every game via district transportation. It is policy that every student athlete returns to campus with the team after each contest. Students are not permitted to transport themselves or others to and from games. Students can be picked up outside of the locker-room after returning on district provided transportation.
Interested In Volunteers?
Each Home game we are responsible for providing volunteers to help with chains, scoreboard and announcing. It is so much fun to be a part of the Game! If you are interested please e-mail Stephanie at: admin@friendsofgrantfootball.com
Fall Practice
As we move into the school year the practice plan and schedule will be as follows.
Varsity
Monday -Thursday 4-630
Post-Game (Varsity Players) Meeting/Recovery Saturdays 9am-11:45am
JV
o Tuesday – Thursday 4-630
o Post-Game Meeting/Recovery Friday 4-5:30
Important Links
OSAA Team Page
https://osaa.org/teams/46466#tabs-V
Team Pictures
https://www.foreyesphotos.com/f335436513
Team Apparel Store
Check out our online team store!