Hello Parents,

In an attempt to keep the lines of communication open, allow you to stay “in the know”, and just simply stay in touch with what your sons are doing, I will be doing a weekly newsletter. This is the first time I have ever embarked on this and I will do my best to send out a weekly update on what is going on.

First and foremost, your sons have come back off of break with a great attitude and have worked hard in the weightroom. On top of that they have attended several meetings during the week at lunch or in the morning that I would like to explain.

We are interested in developing our young men into more than just football players. We want to build Champions for Life. In doing this, we have several things that we are and will be doing throughout the semester to address this goal.

Character Education
On Tuesdays at lunch, all current Juniors (Seniors to be) meet me at lunch to discuss character issues as well as working on leadership training. On Wednesdays at lunch, all current Sophmores meet at lunch with me to discuss character issues, while on Thursdays at lunch, all current Freshman meet with me to do the same. We are working through curriculum provided to us from the Winning With Character Program (http://winningwithcharacter.org/) which we have been using for the past 5 years.

Peak Performance and Mental Toughness Training On Wednesday’s during the class period (Frosh in my 1st period and Varsity in my 7th period), we are working on curriculum provided to us by Dr. Allan Goldberg ( http://www.competitivedge.com/). I have spoken with him and he has provided us with a program to effectively address the mental aspect of participating in sports. Our Frosh players will receive this training on Thursday of both this and next week. After that, it will be on Wednesday’s during 1st period.

Strength Training
For this week and next, our Frosh players (my 1st period class) will be working out on Monday (630am), Wednesday (845am), and Friday (630am). After that, starting on the week of February 1, they will begin lifiting 4 days a week (M-T-TH-F) at 630am.

Our Varsity players (my 7th period class) will be working out M-T-TH-F from 215pm to 415pm.

Mandatory Monthly Parent Meeting
In an attempt to develop and grow our relationship, I will be conducting a monthly parent meeting for the next few months. This meeing will begin at 730pm and last about an hour. It is my goal to communicate as much as possible to you and your sons so that we are all on the same page. This meeting will be for all current players and their parents. Our first one will be next Thursday, January 28, 2010 in the gym.

I hope this has been helpful and I look forward to seeing you next week!

Thanks, God Bless, and Go Centurions!!!

Jason Bornn, M.Ed
Saugus High School
Head Varsity Football Coach
Social Science Teacher
661.297.3900
jbornn@hartdistrict.org
www.saugusfootball.com

“Respect Through Perseverance” -Saugus Football 2010

By Cary Osborne
Signal Sports Editor

The sense of urgency begins.

From the pre-league performances and the prognostications, we can gather that tonight’s Hart-Saugus matchup at Cougar Stadium at 7:30 p.m. is a game that can determine an awful lot.

Lose, and you’re likely out of the hunt for a Foothill League title.

Win, you might have, worse-case scenario, the inside track for the league’s No. 2 spot.

Get info on the next away game (directions, etc.) here.

The biggest and best purchase day for our football spirit wear will be on Thursday, September 3rd, during our Annual Football Bash.

We will have all the 2009 designs featuring short and long sleeve t-shirts, zippered sweatshirt jackets with matching sweatpants, hats, equipment cinch sacks, car decals, and our very first stadium blanket ready for you to take home!

We will also be offering:

• Pre-worn Saugus Football jersey’s for a low price of $2 each! Look for your player’s number and wear it proud to our games
• Summer camp spirit wear at a discounted price – great for under the pads and weight room
• Pre-pay signup sheets for our beautiful “bling” woman’s wear and men’s Polo’s
• Youth sizes available in t-shirts
• Added discount on some of the 2008 inventory

You will receive a 20% discount on all 2009 clothing at the Bash and with each stadium blanket purchased you will be given a free car decal!

Only cash/checks accepted

Remember…we do sell out!

For those of you looking for this year’s Centurions football schedule, please refer to the Calendar section of the website! Individual team Schedule/Results pages will be refreshed soon.

Find it in the Forms Section!

The signup form for this year’s Kid’sFootball Camp is located in the Forms section.

JUNE 29 th & JUNE 30th
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages: 6 -14
Registration Fee: $40.00
SAUGUS SPARTAN MEMBERS DISCOUNT: $30
(Includes T-shirt and snack)
Registration begins at 4:00 – Clinic starts at 5:00 PM
Location: Saugus High School-Football field
(21900 Centurion Way off of Bouquet Canyon Road)
RESERVE EARLY – SPACE LIMITED – Deadline 6/26/09
Registration will also be taken on the first day of camp.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT Penny Davis (661) 406-2730 or pennyd501@aol.com
PLEASE COMPLETE LIABILITY WAIVER AND RETURN WITH REGISTRATION FEE

Title: 2009 L.A. Dodgers High School Football Tug Of Pride
Location: Dodger Stadium
Description: Dodgers Vs. Padres!

Ticket purchase details in the Forms section. Deadline to order tickets is 4/14/2009
Date: 2009-05-02

Title: Summer Camp/Football Physicals
Location: Saugus H.S. Room D4
Description: $25 due at the time of exam (Checks payable to Saugus Gridiron) – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – More details in Forms section.
Date: 05/30/2009 (this date was originally ported as 5/30/2009)