It is the mission of the Wildcat Football program to transform boys into great men. It is our goal to develop the tools necessary to be positive members of society. It will be through football that we develop toughness (physical/mental), determination, attitude, strong character, integrity and the ability to trust. We will develop a TEAM attitude where every player knows they are no less or no more important than any other teammate. We will develop leadership skills that transfer from the field to everyday lives. We will set the bar very high in order to achieve greatness. Our number one goal is that our players graduate from high school. Academics will be the focus year round to ensure success in the classroom and in the future
Attached is the Powerpoint from Coach Benson that was reviewed in the WX Football Parent meeting. This document includes information and expectations for the 2022 football season.
The Mission of the Woods Cross Strength and Conditioning program is to promote growth and development (Physically/Mentally), to teach proper technique, offer sound nutritional feedback and ensure durability and injury prevention. It is the objective of the S & C program to provide the Woods Cross Football program, and its athletes a comprehensive plan to achieve all strength and conditioning goals. We will provide our student athletes with the means to train with intensity, commitment, desire, discipline and dedication while maintaining teamwork throughout.
In order for us to be successful, players should expect the following from themselves and their teammates.
Offseason
Be Accountable. Be Honest.
Follow guidelines of Player Code of Conduct
No Failing grades (this includes D’s)
Attend all classes
No Drug or Alcohol use
Respect for Authority (Parents, Coaches, Teachers, Administration, etc.)
Respect for Women (Always)
Complete five days of lifting per week
Attend Position Group workouts
Play a winter/spring sport (Wrestling, Basketball, Baseball, Track, etc.)
Participate in fundraisers
Participate in summer workouts
Always work HARD! ( you will get out of next season what you put into this offseason)
In-Season
Be Accountable. Be Honest.
Follow guidelines of Player Code of Conduct
No Failing grades (this includes D’s)
Attend all classes
No Drug or Alcohol use
Attend all practices, film sessions, team meetings, etc.
Be on time to all practices, meetings, film, etc.
Be a good teammate!
Don’t do anything to embarrass yourself, your family, or your team.
Parent Expectations
Be committed to the whole program. Do not openly criticize coaches or other players.
Be realistic about your athlete’s abilities. If we have 50 players on the roster, then there’s a best player and 50th best player and we are equally committed to each and every one. We will make your athlete a better player and a better person.
Help your athlete reach all above expectations (giving rides to practice, study hall, scheduling vacations around practices, stay on top of grades, etc.) But you cannot help them once they step on the field. It is up to our coaching staff to make them a better player. You cannot do it for them.
As a staff we have an open door policy, but we do not want parents trying to fight their athlete’s battles. Players should come to position coaches first to express concerns. Making sure your voice is heard is an important part of growing up. Don’t make excuses for them either. It is not your fault if they are late. If there late they are late.
As coaches we will not meet with parents unless their player is present as well.
Coaches will not discuss other athletes in the program. Do not ask.
Do not coach your athlete at home, leave that to the coaches. Parents may know the game, but we are very specific on technique. We know what we want.
Football is a violent sport, which will cause your athlete to be sore and tired. There is a difference between normal bumps and bruises and injuries. When injuries happen, position coaches need to be told and the training staff needs to be notified.