The wrapping up of our youth football season presents a natural opportunity to reflect. We should consider not just the wins and highlights. It’s also crucial to acknowledge the incredible effort and passion that made it all possible. This isn’t just a team. It’s a family. We want to take a moment to express our sincere thankfulness to every single person who played a part.
🤝 To Our Amazing Community: The Home Field Advantage
Local businesses sponsored a banner. Neighbors cheered from the sidelines. Our community provides the essential foundation for this program.
- Your Support: The spirit you bring to every game—rain or shine—motivates our players more than you know.
- Your Generosity: Whether it’s helping with fundraisers or donating equipment, your support keeps the game accessible for everyone.
Thank you for making the field feel special on game day. It doesn’t matter where we play.
🏈 To the Dedicated Coaches: More Than Just X’s and O’s
To our coaches, Travis Vereen, JB, Scott Cardone & John Whetzel, you are the tireless heart of this team. You commit countless hours—well beyond practices and games—to mentorship, strategy, and instilling good sportsmanship.
- Patience and Guidance: You teach them that perseverance is as important as a touchdown.
- Role Models: You model integrity and a true passion for the game and for the growth of these young athletes.
Thank you for believing in our kids and helping them become not just better players, but better people.
👨👩👧👦 To the Parents & Guardians: The Unsung Heroes
You are the engine that keeps this entire machine running! Your dedication is often behind the scenes, but never forgotten.
- The Logistical Lifeline: From carpooling to ensuring uniforms are clean and snacks are ready, you handle it all.
- The Emotional Support: You are the first ones to comfort a disappointed player and the loudest ones celebrating their success.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children and for your commitment to their experience.
🌟 To Our Talented Players: The Reason We Are Here
To the young athletes who wore our jersey with pride—you are why we do this. Your energy, your willingness to learn, and your dedication to your teammates is inspiring.
- Showing Up: You brought heart to every practice. You were committed during drills in the heat. You were dedicated while running plays in the cold.
- Teamwork: You learned the value of lifting each other up and working toward a common goal.
Thank you for giving your all and for making this season unforgettable!
🛠️ To Our Staff and Volunteers: Keeping Us on Track
To the founder and CEO, Mike Preston, thank you for your vision and dedication. Website Director and Operations Consultant, Michelle Sanchez, also deserves thanks for getting us organized and sharing our goals. Business Director and Marketing Associate, Amy Wimler, your dedication to driving our organization and increasing our impact is appreciated. We also want to shout out our Vice President Davon Hardy, Director of Coaches Travis Vereen and Lead Trainer Coach JB – you do a phenomenal job working with our kids! To everyone who volunteered their time in any way, your support was invaluable. We couldn’t have done it without you!
- Organized Excellence: You ensure every detail, big and small, is covered so the focus can stay on the players.
Thank you for your dependable and invaluable service!
This season was a success because of the collective effort of this incredible family. Be sure to register for our Winter Football and Spring Flag Tryout coming on 12/6!
Happy Thanksgiving 4TL!

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