The meeting to sign up for Hopkins Ultimate is this weekend!!
WHERE: Hopkins High School cafeteria
REGISTRATION: starts at 12:30p
MEETING: is from 1-3p
Please bring a parent/guardian, medical insurance information and a checkbook! Come to meet the coaches, players, parents, and find out what Hopkins Ultimate is all about!
Also please fill out the forms linked to here.
Or you can visit the website at http://base.google.com/base/search?authorid=1240635&hl=en&gl=US
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Check it out
I have added a new page to the right called Carl's Tricks and Trivia. I am going to be posting, obviously, tricks, and trivia on it.
The cool part about this is that you can earn points and win stuff, like discs, jereseys, who knows what, by answering triva ...
The way this works is I will post, pretty much daily, either a trick or piece of trivia. If it is a piece of trivia, the first person to answer (by posting a comment)will win a point.
So check often.
The cool part about this is that you can earn points and win stuff, like discs, jereseys, who knows what, by answering triva ...
The way this works is I will post, pretty much daily, either a trick or piece of trivia. If it is a piece of trivia, the first person to answer (by posting a comment)will win a point.
So check often.
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Captain's Practice and Info Update
Here is a list of things players and their parents should be aware of:
1. I am going to start holding Captains Practices Tuesday and Thursday after school. These are optional, however, reccomended for people who see themselves playing at nationals this year. We will focus primarily on conditioning and physical training and then just do some throwing. For instance, I have been doing this vertical jump excercise that has already added 5 inches to my vertical and I would be willing to share it with anyone who came. We will meet in the Lindberg center by the doors to the outside at around 3:00.
2. The informational meeting originally scheduled for Sunday October 1st has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 30th at 12:30pm at the Hopkins High school cafeteria.
3. For those interested, the Club Sectionals tournament went well today. Our first game started out pretty rough with a lot of dropped passes and miscues but we got it together as the day went on. Those who are coming tomorow should meet at Lindberg at 7:15.
4. Anyone who want to go to Winnipeg should read the post below and follow its directions.
5. See you all at practice on Monday!
1. I am going to start holding Captains Practices Tuesday and Thursday after school. These are optional, however, reccomended for people who see themselves playing at nationals this year. We will focus primarily on conditioning and physical training and then just do some throwing. For instance, I have been doing this vertical jump excercise that has already added 5 inches to my vertical and I would be willing to share it with anyone who came. We will meet in the Lindberg center by the doors to the outside at around 3:00.
2. The informational meeting originally scheduled for Sunday October 1st has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 30th at 12:30pm at the Hopkins High school cafeteria.
3. For those interested, the Club Sectionals tournament went well today. Our first game started out pretty rough with a lot of dropped passes and miscues but we got it together as the day went on. Those who are coming tomorow should meet at Lindberg at 7:15.
4. Anyone who want to go to Winnipeg should read the post below and follow its directions.
5. See you all at practice on Monday!
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Hold Back the Snow (Boys)
The boys need to finalize who is going to Hold Back the Snow in Winnipeg on the weekend of October 14-15. Some of you have already received an invitation via email. The rest of you need to email us at HopkinsExec@gmail.com with the following things:
- Why you want to go or why you think you should go
- What your level of commitment is with the team (how many years you've been on it, how many practices you've attended this year, etc.)
- Whether you have your parents' permission to go
Directions to Sectionals
For those participating in the UPA Club Sectionals tournament this weekend, here are directions to where we play, the Twin Cities Polo Club:
The fields are located at the Twin City Polo Club at 6755 Turner Road, Maple Plain, MN
1. Go west from the Twin Cities on I394/US 12 to Maple Plain.
2. Go through Maple Plain to County Road 90 (just past the railroad bridge).
3. Turn left (south) and go about 1 mile to Turner Road.
4. Turn right (west) on Turner Road and go about 1/2 mile.
5. The clubhouse and fields will be on your left.
Also games start at 9am, so we get to lindbergh at 7:15 am, arrive, cleat up and ready for warmup at 8am, game starts at 9am. Games are scheduled to run until 6:30 on saturday, so plan for a full day.
link for schedule:
http://www4.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=68&id=2759
plan for bad weather - rain coats, fresh socks, NO COTTON!!!! wear your synthetic/wool clothes!
we'll have to organize rides when we get to lindbergh, so be prepared/willing to drive or chip in for gas.
Lastly, all players must bring a completed Medical Form from http://www2.upa.org/files/Medical_Authorization_Form.pdf or they won't be able to play.
The fields are located at the Twin City Polo Club at 6755 Turner Road, Maple Plain, MN
1. Go west from the Twin Cities on I394/US 12 to Maple Plain.
2. Go through Maple Plain to County Road 90 (just past the railroad bridge).
3. Turn left (south) and go about 1 mile to Turner Road.
4. Turn right (west) on Turner Road and go about 1/2 mile.
5. The clubhouse and fields will be on your left.
Also games start at 9am, so we get to lindbergh at 7:15 am, arrive, cleat up and ready for warmup at 8am, game starts at 9am. Games are scheduled to run until 6:30 on saturday, so plan for a full day.
link for schedule:
http://www4.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=68&id=2759
plan for bad weather - rain coats, fresh socks, NO COTTON!!!! wear your synthetic/wool clothes!
we'll have to organize rides when we get to lindbergh, so be prepared/willing to drive or chip in for gas.
Lastly, all players must bring a completed Medical Form from http://www2.upa.org/files/Medical_Authorization_Form.pdf or they won't be able to play.
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Some tips from Coach Kelley
6 WAYS TO EFFICIENT RUNNING:
1- RUN TALL. gravity and weak core muscles cause many runners to "fold" in the middle when their feet land. this sitting-down movement wastes energy. imagine that wires are attached to your shoulders, pulling you up slightly. thrust your hips forward a bit and think "stability" when your foot hits. it's easier to run tall if you've worked your core properly.
2- RELAX. tension in your arms, shoulders, neck, and face reduce efficiency. arms and fingers should be loose. unclench your hands and let your jaw jiggle.
3- LAND ON THE MIDFOOT. a heel-first landing is a brake. it means you're extending your leg out too fa in front of your center of gravity, so it takes more energy to move forward. and it's shaky, so your muscles are working on stabilization instead of forward motion. shorten your stride. it'll feel odd at first, like shuffling, but once you get used to it, focus on thrusting backward with force.
4- RUN SOFTLY. the louder your footfalls, the less efficiently you're running. try running more quietly; you'll be unconsciously switching to a midfoot strike and a shorter, quicker stride.
5- SWING SYMMETRICALLY. check your form on a treadmill in front of a mirror. if one arm is bent more than the other or swings more, you have a musculoskeletal imbalance that can slow you down. target the weaker side with strength and flexibility exercises.
obviously, these help when running in a straight line - but are definitely good to be mindful about when it comes to efficiency. in a game like Ultimate, you sprint faster in the open field by taking faster or longer steps. you must also have speed endurance - this is important only to prevent you from slowing down after repeated short sprints.
more to come.
your friendly neighborhood coach kell
the majority of this comes from an article in men's health magazine.
to find out more about core exercises, see www.MensHealth.com/cardio
1- RUN TALL. gravity and weak core muscles cause many runners to "fold" in the middle when their feet land. this sitting-down movement wastes energy. imagine that wires are attached to your shoulders, pulling you up slightly. thrust your hips forward a bit and think "stability" when your foot hits. it's easier to run tall if you've worked your core properly.
2- RELAX. tension in your arms, shoulders, neck, and face reduce efficiency. arms and fingers should be loose. unclench your hands and let your jaw jiggle.
3- LAND ON THE MIDFOOT. a heel-first landing is a brake. it means you're extending your leg out too fa in front of your center of gravity, so it takes more energy to move forward. and it's shaky, so your muscles are working on stabilization instead of forward motion. shorten your stride. it'll feel odd at first, like shuffling, but once you get used to it, focus on thrusting backward with force.
4- RUN SOFTLY. the louder your footfalls, the less efficiently you're running. try running more quietly; you'll be unconsciously switching to a midfoot strike and a shorter, quicker stride.
5- SWING SYMMETRICALLY. check your form on a treadmill in front of a mirror. if one arm is bent more than the other or swings more, you have a musculoskeletal imbalance that can slow you down. target the weaker side with strength and flexibility exercises.
obviously, these help when running in a straight line - but are definitely good to be mindful about when it comes to efficiency. in a game like Ultimate, you sprint faster in the open field by taking faster or longer steps. you must also have speed endurance - this is important only to prevent you from slowing down after repeated short sprints.
more to come.
your friendly neighborhood coach kell
the majority of this comes from an article in men's health magazine.
to find out more about core exercises, see www.MensHealth.com/cardio
Monday, September 18, 2006
Winnipeg - Hold Back the Snow
The Hold Back the Snow tournament in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada is October 14-15. Players, parents, and coaches will be traveling in one bus that will depart on October 13 at precisely 2:00 p.m. from the high school parking lot. Boarding will begin at approximately 1:30 p.m. No one will get on the bus without the proper paperwork. We will have forms for you to sign, but for now, prepare your
1. Birth Certificate (with official stamp)
2. State Issued ID
You cannot enter Canada without them (unless you have a passport). If you do not have a copy of your birth certificate, you must make an effort to obtain it right away. If you were born in Minnesota, Hennepin County courthouse can usually print a copy for you on the same day you request it. Out of staters will probably have to work much harder.
If you have one, a passport alone is sufficient to cross the border.
Because of space limitations in the bus and hotel, we'll only be sending two co-ed teams to this tournament. Captains and coaches will be communicating how we'll be deciding who will be on these teams.
It is COLD COLD COLD up there. Pack accordingly.
The cost will be approximately $150 per player.
Get those passports or birth certificates ready!
1. Birth Certificate (with official stamp)
2. State Issued ID
You cannot enter Canada without them (unless you have a passport). If you do not have a copy of your birth certificate, you must make an effort to obtain it right away. If you were born in Minnesota, Hennepin County courthouse can usually print a copy for you on the same day you request it. Out of staters will probably have to work much harder.
If you have one, a passport alone is sufficient to cross the border.
Because of space limitations in the bus and hotel, we'll only be sending two co-ed teams to this tournament. Captains and coaches will be communicating how we'll be deciding who will be on these teams.
It is COLD COLD COLD up there. Pack accordingly.
The cost will be approximately $150 per player.
Get those passports or birth certificates ready!
Sunday, September 17, 2006
Carwash Cleans Up!
Thank you to everyone who attended the carwash on Saturday. I am proud to inform that it was a great success. We raised exactly $1236.34. That is phenominal! Not to mention we had tons of kids show up and help.
It went very smoothly and thanks to everyone who brought treats to sell. I have to admit that I ate around half of them.
I may have caught a little bit of a cold with all the water but I am for sure going to see you all at practice on Monday!
It was a lot of fun and I know the carwash in January is going to be even better!
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Hert Force website
Hey- I just wanted to let you all know that Hert Force has a website now... that will be linked to this website shortly.
The url is http://hertforce.blogspot.com/
Rachel Abrams
The url is http://hertforce.blogspot.com/
Rachel Abrams
Sunday, September 10, 2006
Ultimate?
For many parents it can be disorienting for a child to just suddenly say, "I want to play Ultimate frisbee."
"What?" "What is that?" "With the hippies?" "With the dogs?" "Like golf?"
And that is understandable, it is a relatively new sport. Few people have seen it played and fewer still know the rules and culture that is Ultimate frisbee.
So here are some resources that will help both begginner and veteran, player and parent.
This is posted compliments of the UPA website:
"Combining the non-stop movement and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football, a game of Ultimate is played by two seven-player squads with a high-tech plastic disc on a field similar to football. The object of the game is to score by catching a pass in the opponent’s end zone. A player must stop running while in possession of the disc, but may pivot and pass to any of the other receivers on the field. Ultimate is a transition game in which players move quickly from offense to defense on turnovers that occur with a dropped pass, an interception, a pass out of bounds, or when a player is caught holding the disc for more than ten seconds. Ultimate is governed by Spirit of the Game™, a tradition of sportsmanship that places the responsibility for fair play on the players rather than referees. Ultimate is played in more than 42 countries by hundreds of thousands of men and women, girls and boys."
For the parent it might be tedious to read the entire rule book, so here is a concise version posted below, however all players must read the rule book! This is the link to the UPA 10th edition rules.
Ultimate in 10 Simple Rules
1. The Field: A rectangular shape with end zones at each end. A regulation field is 70 yards by 40 yards, with end zones 25 yards deep.
2. Initiate Play: Each point begins with both teams lining up on the front of their respective end zone line. The defense throws ("pulls") the disc to the offense. A regulation game has seven players per team.
3. Scoring: Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense's end zone, the offense scores a point. Play is initiated after each score.
4. Movement of the Disc: The disc may be advanced in any direction by completing a pass to a teammate. Players may not run with the disc. The person with the disc ("thrower") has ten seconds to throw the disc. The defender guarding the thrower ("marker") counts out the stall count.
5. Change of Possession: When a pass in not completed (e.g. out of bounds, drop, block, interception), the defense immediately takes possession of the disc and becomes the offense.
6. Substitutions: Players not in the game may replace players in the game after a score and during an injury timeout.
7. Non-contact: No physical contact is allowed between players. Picks and screens are also prohibited. A foul occurs when contact is made.
8. Fouls: When a player initiates contact on another player a foul occurs. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes as if the possession was retained. If the player committing the foul disagrees with the foul call, the play is redone.
9. Self-Officiating: Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes.
10. Spirit of the Game: Ultimate stresses sportsmanship and fair play. Competitive play is encouraged, but never at the expense of respect between players, adherence to the rules, and the basic joy of play.
Lastly here is a helpful FAQ:
Q: What equipment do you need in order to play?
A: Ultimate is one of the least expensive sports to play, as all that’s required for a game is field space and a disc. Most players opt to wear cleats as well, and cones are helpful for marking the boundaries of the playing field.
Q: Are all discs the same?
A: No. Ultimate is played with a 175 gram disc, which is heavier and sturdier than the recreational discs most people are familiar with. The weight, diameter, shape of the rim, and plastic all factor in to how the disc handles. The UPA has developed very rigorous disc standards to ensure that players have access to the highest quality discs possible. The Discraft Ultra-Star 175 gram disc is currently the official disc of the UPA Championship Series.
Q: How long does a game usually last?
A: A typical game is played to 15 points and usually lasts about one and a half hours.
Q: How many people are on a team?
A: Teams have only seven players on the field at one time, but may have as many people on their roster as they choose.
Q: What does it mean when I hear Huck? What about Ho?
A: While Huck may sound similiar to a certain word, in ultimate it simply means a long throw. Ho means a lay out or diving "horizontal" attempt at the disc.
Q: What does Spirit of the Game mean for players?
A: For players it means knowing the rules of the game. It means calling fouls correctly when you see them. It means giving your opponent the benefit of the doubt, assume he is not trying to cheat you. It means if he fouls you, call the foul, but don't get mad, chances are he wasn't trying too. It means getting your team pumped up and staying positive. It means doing your best to make even the most intense game enjoyable to play.
Q: What does Spirit of the Game mean for the parent on the sideline?
A: It means cheering on your child. It means not heckling or yelling when you believe a bad call has been made. It means knowing the rules so you understand what is going on.
does anyone have any other additions or questions?
"What?" "What is that?" "With the hippies?" "With the dogs?" "Like golf?"
And that is understandable, it is a relatively new sport. Few people have seen it played and fewer still know the rules and culture that is Ultimate frisbee.
So here are some resources that will help both begginner and veteran, player and parent.
This is posted compliments of the UPA website:
"Combining the non-stop movement and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football, a game of Ultimate is played by two seven-player squads with a high-tech plastic disc on a field similar to football. The object of the game is to score by catching a pass in the opponent’s end zone. A player must stop running while in possession of the disc, but may pivot and pass to any of the other receivers on the field. Ultimate is a transition game in which players move quickly from offense to defense on turnovers that occur with a dropped pass, an interception, a pass out of bounds, or when a player is caught holding the disc for more than ten seconds. Ultimate is governed by Spirit of the Game™, a tradition of sportsmanship that places the responsibility for fair play on the players rather than referees. Ultimate is played in more than 42 countries by hundreds of thousands of men and women, girls and boys."
For the parent it might be tedious to read the entire rule book, so here is a concise version posted below, however all players must read the rule book! This is the link to the UPA 10th edition rules.
Ultimate in 10 Simple Rules
1. The Field: A rectangular shape with end zones at each end. A regulation field is 70 yards by 40 yards, with end zones 25 yards deep.
2. Initiate Play: Each point begins with both teams lining up on the front of their respective end zone line. The defense throws ("pulls") the disc to the offense. A regulation game has seven players per team.
3. Scoring: Each time the offense completes a pass in the defense's end zone, the offense scores a point. Play is initiated after each score.
4. Movement of the Disc: The disc may be advanced in any direction by completing a pass to a teammate. Players may not run with the disc. The person with the disc ("thrower") has ten seconds to throw the disc. The defender guarding the thrower ("marker") counts out the stall count.
5. Change of Possession: When a pass in not completed (e.g. out of bounds, drop, block, interception), the defense immediately takes possession of the disc and becomes the offense.
6. Substitutions: Players not in the game may replace players in the game after a score and during an injury timeout.
7. Non-contact: No physical contact is allowed between players. Picks and screens are also prohibited. A foul occurs when contact is made.
8. Fouls: When a player initiates contact on another player a foul occurs. When a foul disrupts possession, the play resumes as if the possession was retained. If the player committing the foul disagrees with the foul call, the play is redone.
9. Self-Officiating: Players are responsible for their own foul and line calls. Players resolve their own disputes.
10. Spirit of the Game: Ultimate stresses sportsmanship and fair play. Competitive play is encouraged, but never at the expense of respect between players, adherence to the rules, and the basic joy of play.
Lastly here is a helpful FAQ:
Q: What equipment do you need in order to play?
A: Ultimate is one of the least expensive sports to play, as all that’s required for a game is field space and a disc. Most players opt to wear cleats as well, and cones are helpful for marking the boundaries of the playing field.
Q: Are all discs the same?
A: No. Ultimate is played with a 175 gram disc, which is heavier and sturdier than the recreational discs most people are familiar with. The weight, diameter, shape of the rim, and plastic all factor in to how the disc handles. The UPA has developed very rigorous disc standards to ensure that players have access to the highest quality discs possible. The Discraft Ultra-Star 175 gram disc is currently the official disc of the UPA Championship Series.
Q: How long does a game usually last?
A: A typical game is played to 15 points and usually lasts about one and a half hours.
Q: How many people are on a team?
A: Teams have only seven players on the field at one time, but may have as many people on their roster as they choose.
Q: What does it mean when I hear Huck? What about Ho?
A: While Huck may sound similiar to a certain word, in ultimate it simply means a long throw. Ho means a lay out or diving "horizontal" attempt at the disc.
Q: What does Spirit of the Game mean for players?
A: For players it means knowing the rules of the game. It means calling fouls correctly when you see them. It means giving your opponent the benefit of the doubt, assume he is not trying to cheat you. It means if he fouls you, call the foul, but don't get mad, chances are he wasn't trying too. It means getting your team pumped up and staying positive. It means doing your best to make even the most intense game enjoyable to play.
Q: What does Spirit of the Game mean for the parent on the sideline?
A: It means cheering on your child. It means not heckling or yelling when you believe a bad call has been made. It means knowing the rules so you understand what is going on.
does anyone have any other additions or questions?
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