Attendance Policy

Being a Rochester Redskin requires a commitment. Every athlete is expected to attend every practice.  If any athlete incurs three (3) unexcused absences during the year, they are subject to dismissal from the team.  A participant must be present for at least half of the practice to be considered in attendance for the practice.  Any athlete who misses two practices during the week will not participate in that week’s game.

Award Ceremony

This tradition closes the season each year. Once again, we like to come together to celebrate victories, reflect on the season and also say goodbye to those athletes who are moving up. Awards are given out at this time.

Field Etiquette

Please remain in the stands during all games. Parents, family and friends are not allowed on the field unless they are issued a field pass to perform a volunteer activity such as chain gang.

Film Day

Not mandatory – usually the day after game day where the team gathers together to review game footage of the previous game and the scouting films of the next opponent.

“FOUR!” At the end of the 3^rd Quarter

The players hold up 4 fingers and yell FOUR.  This is a reminder to the players to finish the game strong.

History

Dating back to 1985 the Redskins have long been a model program for South Eastern Michigan.  There have been numerous families over the years who have dedicated countless hours to serving the Rochester Redskins.  Many of our former players have had great success in High School and have earned All League and All State Honors.  We have had numerous alumni continue to play football in college.  We are very proud of our alumni’s contributions on and off the field.

Ironman and Spirit Awards

These are awards earned by those athletes who have perfect attendance; i.e. they have not missed a game or a practice. Ironman is awarded to football players and the Spirit Award is for Cheerleaders

Last Hit Night

A very emotional event.  This is a proud tradition of the Rochester Redskins football players where we honor our 8^th grade players whose Redskins career will be coming to an end.  Our 8^th grade players each have a comment made about them and then run through a tunnel of their teammates and younger Redskins for one final hit on the practice dummy as a Redskin.  Definitely worth attending.

Matthew Leseman Award

The recipient of this Freshman football award best demonstrates the expression: “Coach, I may not be the biggest, strongest, or toughest – but put me in and you will get 100%. I love to play!” The award is presented by Paul and Mary Jo Leseman in memory of their son, Matthew, a former Redskin.

Lifetime Achievement Awards

Lifetime Achievement Awards are earned by each foot­ball player and cheerleader who has given 5 to 6 years of commitment, hard work and dedication (their full extent of eligibility during Freshman, Jr. Varsity, and Varsity years) to the Rochester Redskins organization

Parent’s Day

This is a day that serves as a “thank you” from the athletes to the parents. Between games, parents line up on the field next to their athlete. The athlete’s name is announced and he/she presents the parents with a token of appreciation (provided to the athlete by the redskins). After everyone has been announced, the field is cleared and the game begins.

Pep Rally

This tradition opens the season each year. We like to come together as an organization to introduce the board, coaches and athletes and get everyone excited for the upcoming season. We follow the rally with a barbeque lunch.

Redskins Time

One of the commitments we make is to be ready on time. We demonstrate this by operating on “Redskins Time” which means we are ready to go 15 minutes before the required time.

Shout Outs

One of this year’s fundraisers – $1.00 – at each home game you fill out a slip at the concession stand for a “shout out” to your athlete or other person attending the game. When there is a break in the action, the announcer will read your “shout out”. 

Super Cheer

This competition is where the cheerleaders get to demonstrate their hard work and effort. This is a one day, league-wide meet. 

Take a Knee

When a coach says this to the athletes this means they are to kneel with one knee on the ground. Usually this occurs if there is an injury or if the coach wants everyone to stop and focus their attention.

Volunteer Obligations

This is a volunteer organization. Just as your athlete has to commit to being at practices and games, parents must commit to perform at least 6 volunteer activities. We cannot operate without everyone doing their part.