Practices
When do practices start?
Practice is scheduled to start: TBA for 2023 Fall season; we are looking at an August 1st start date.
When and where do teams practice?
During the month of August, practices will be 4 nights a week (Monday – Thursday) at Waukesha South High School from 5:00 – 7:30 PM. Once school starts, practice is typically 3 nights a week (M-W-Th) from 5:00-7:00 PM. Currently, 5th/6th practice on the inside of the track; 7th/8th practice on the upper field. Practice information is subject to minor adjustments and will be communicated out closer to the start of the season.
Is there a practice requirement before “contact” can begin?
YES – We follow the WIAA Acclimation Policy/AAFYL practice policy. All players must fulfill 10 hours of “no-pad / non-contact” practice before they can begin practice with “contact” (full pads). These 10 hours are fulfilled the first week of practice in August. For those players who miss any days during the first week, they will have to “make up” their non-contact days the subsequent week. These 10 hours will need to be completed prior to full-contact. It is very important that players get their non-contact requirement fulfilled during the first week of practice so they don’t fall behind.
What if we have a vacation planned during the month of August, and my child misses practice?
Practice is a very important part of football safety and knowledge. Ideally, a child would not miss practice, so they will be up to speed on plays and safety. If a child does miss practice, please work with the Head Coach to see if there are steps to help the child catch up with what was missed. NOTE: All players are required to have 10 hours of practice with no-pads / non-contact before contact can begin. These 10 hours are met during the first week of practice in August. If a player misses practice during this week, they will need to make up the hours missed during the next week of practice, while other players are practicing in pads.
What if my child misses practice during the school year (Sept/Oct)?
Ideally, players would not miss practice. If your child is sick, please do not send them to practice. But, if they are able to make it to practice, please send them. For example, if they are recovering from an injury and cannot physically participate in practice, but are able to sit on the sidelines and listen to and learn the plays/direction, please send them. Coaches and players discuss and work on strategy for the upcoming game during practice. If a child misses practice, there is a possibility that they may not get as much play time during the upcoming game if they are not ready to play. Safety comes first.
