Caiman Football Newsletter – July 27

Posted July 29, 2025

Caiman Football Newsletter – July 27

Week 1: Intentionality

Welcome to the first week of our season-long journey under the banner of Built Different. Everything we do—how we stretch, how we speak, how we rep—either reflects intentionality or reveals a lack of discipline. We’re not interested in being accidental competitors. We are builders, and this week is about doing everything on purpose.

We’re not easing into the season. We’re setting the tone. This week isn’t just about installing plays or conditioning our bodies—it’s about establishing our mindset. Every water break, every whistle, every transition is a chance to show the difference between teams that participate and teams that prepare.

Intentionality is the fuel that powers great habits. It separates champions from pretenders. It’s the player who runs instead of strolls to the huddle. It’s the lineman who fixes his stance mid-drill without being told. It’s the captain who helps a teammate reset before the next rep. It’s the receiver who finishes his route full speed even when he knows the ball isn’t coming his way and gets down field to block for his teammates. It’s the player who helps with the bags and gets the field and drills ready without being asked. It’s the one who prioritizes getting quality sleep, fuels their body with the right foods, and stays hydrated throughout the day. It’s the group that echoes the play call without fail.

These are the behaviors that build a culture worth fighting for. These are the standards we expect in Caiman Football.

Let’s make it clear from Day 1: we don’t go through the motions—we move with a mission. We’re not just putting on pads. We’re putting on purpose.

Gear Handout & Mandatory Parent Meeting

Wednesday, July 30; 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM; Caiman Hall, Studio Campus.  Doors open at 6:15p.

Gear handout is just a few days away.  That same evening, we will have a Football Parent and CIF Sportsmanship meeting.  Every student-athlete is required to have a parent in attendance at the meeting 

This meeting is essential for all families. We’ll be covering key information about the upcoming season, team expectations, sportsmanship standards, player safety, communication tools, and more.

While the meeting is underway, players will be checking out their gear with the coaching staff.

Seniors @ 5p

Juniors @ 530p

Sophomores & Freshmen @ 615p

We understand that many parents have work commitments, which is why we’ve scheduled the meeting in the evening. If you have an unavoidable conflict, please email cahsfootball@classicalacademy.com.

Team Store & Spirit Packs

Looking for the Caiman Football Spirit pack for your athlete?  Check out the Football Spirit Pack Store here.

Looking for Caiman Football gear for the family?  Check out the team store here.

Bring Water

It is important to have healthy habits especially in the area of hydration.  

As we begin the season, each player should be striving to drink about a gallon of water a day—don’t forget to have some electrolytes as well.

Make sure you/your student-athlete is drinking plenty of water and spending 20-30 minutes outside each day.  Water (and electrolytes) will help with hydration; time spent outside will help preparing for heat acclimation.

Athletic Clearances

The Athletics Clearance process must be completed prior to Football gear being handed out this Wednesday, July 30th.

If your primary physician does not have an opening before then, please consider connecting with places like Concentra, Carbon Health, and CVS to complete your sports-physical.

Don’t forget to take this form with you: Preparticipation Physical Evaluation form.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening in football this week:

This Week: July 28-August 1

Date Seniors & Juniors Sophs Novice
Mon 7/28
  • AM Weights, 7-8a
  • Sr/Jr Work Day, 8-10a
  • AM Weights, 8-9a
Tues 7/29
  • AM Weights, 7-8a
  • Sr/Jr Work Day, 8-10a
  • No Field Work
  • AM Weights, 8-9a
  • No Field Work
Wed 7/30
  • Football Gear Pick Up
    • Seniors @ 5p
    • Juniors @ 530p
    • Sophs & Frosh @ 615p
  • Mandatory Parent Meeting, Caiman Hall @ 630-8p
Thurs 7/31
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
Fri 8/1
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p

Next Week:  July 28 – August 1

Date Varsity JV Novice
Mon 8/4
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
Tues 8/5
  • Team Day Camp
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
Wed 8/6
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
Thurs 8/7
  • Team Day Camp
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
Fri 8/8
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p
  • Practice at Orange Glen HS, 3-5p

Coming Soon:

  • Red vs Black Intersquad Scrimmage — Friday, August 8
  • Scrimmage at Canyon Hills — Friday, August 15
  • First Game at San Pasqual — Friday, August 22
  • First Day of School/Gear Up Day — Tuesday, August 26
  • Game at Escondido — Friday, August 29
  • Labor Day Practice — Monday, September 1

Please reach out if you have any questions at cahsfootball@classicalacademy.com.  

Coach Josiah

 

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