Where can I go for general information related to the football program?
You can visit our website at www.steinertfootball.com. There is a lot of general information posted; contacts, committee chairs, events, forms, etc.; and updates are done routinely.
Who can I reach out to when I have a question?
Each grade level has a parent representative that distributes much needed information. The parent representatives and contact information are posted on the website. However, if your questions are directly related to the football program/team, you should contact the head coach. The head coach can be reached through the school by calling 631-4150 or you may visit the web site and e-mail him.
What is expected from each player/parent?
Player/parent participation, leadership and team work is always the best reward. The booster club and its members (all player parents included) ultimate goal is to support the team and raise money to buy much needed items.
Is there a criterion for support from each grade level?
Yes, there are some roles and responsibilities that are spelled out and they are as follows:
- Freshman parents are required to signup for stand duty and field duty during the HOME Varsity games. This allows the parents of the Varsity players to watch their child play.
- Sophomore parents are asked to do 50/50’s during each HOME game.
- Junior & Senior parents – Junior’s fill in as needed and do setup for the Thanksgiving Day Game when at home. Senior’s generally host the Pasta Parties or the Game Day breakfast. Senior’s also do cleanup on the Thanksgiving Day Home Game.
- Clothing Committee – They setup during each home game and they could always use help with the sales.
However, any and all additional help with any committee or event by any grade level parent is always welcomed.
Can anyone come to the Booster Club Meetings?
ALL Player Parents – are welcomed and encouraged to attend the booster club meetings. This will help you keep informed of the many projects the booster club and its committees are working on. The meetings are held the 1st Thursday of each month in the Health Room located at Steinert and begin at 7:30pm.
What is expected for fundraising events for the football team?
We encourage all player/parents to contribute to all fundraisers. Some fundraisers are “team building” fundraisers, and others help buy much needed equipment, building and grounds maintenance, uniforms, additional football gear, etc. The school budget for the Football Program is approximately $4,000 per year. The school/township also tends some equipment reconditioning, insurance, referee costs, field maintenance, salaries, etc. However, the monies provided via the school fall far short of the actual costs needed to effectively run the program. The cost per player to the booster club for uniforms, field maintenance, clinics, weight room repairs, food, game films, the banquet, etc., is approximately $140 per player per year.
My time is limited, but I want to help. What can I do if I can’t make a regular time commitment?
We have a list of parents (“in a blue moon” list) that are willing to be called to help out for specific tasks and/or events. This is another great way to support the team. If you are not sure of who to reach out to, you may always contact one of the Committee Officers. All of their contact information is located on the web site.
What is a pasta party and how does it work?
The Varsity players have an “all-u-can-eat” (known as a pasta party) gathering usually the night before each game. It is usually inclusive of red sauce and a vodka rigatoni sauce, salad, meatballs, drinks and rolls. The approximate cost is around $300. Additional food items may be provided and vary depending on who’s having the party. Some might choose to have an Antipasto, Wings, Dirt Dessert, etc. It builds team spirit and camaraderie. The Booster Club provides 3 “Pasta Parties” also known as “Pep Rallies” that are held at the school cafeteria. One is the evening before the first game of the season, the evening before the “Homecoming Game” and the third is the evening before the “Thanksgiving Day Game.” All the remaining Pasta Parties are held by the Senior player parents. Player Parents sign up and usually have teams of their own to split up the duties and costs. They are held at one of the parent’s house. All the players meet there after that evening’s practice. Directions are usually distributed by the parent’s player hosting the party. The web site contains the Pasta Party Guidelines which is inclusive of quantities needed. Also, if a family would like to host a party, but does not have the available space, they may call the school and reserve the cafeteria. There are approximately 60 players that attend, however, they are in and out and do not all show up at the same time.
What is a Mat Drill?
Mat drills are strength, conditioning, and agility training that is mandatory for the football players. The Head Coach usually has 2 a month over a 3 month period (March, April, May). The Booster Club provides water and snacks for the players after their workout.
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