2023 TCW Football and
Cheer Registration Meeting
Mission Statement
The Tomball Christian Warriors are a Christian-based, homeschool support organization that focuses on developing Godly men and women through competitive sports, striving for excellence in competition, character and ministry as to be an example of Christ throughout our community and around the world.
Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives' tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.
1 Timothy 4:7-8
Welcome Warrior Families
2023 TCW Board
Varsity Coach:
Skeet Alderson
VarsityFootball.TCW@gmail.com
Philosophy & Vision
Spiritual and Athletic Transformation
Team Unity
Championship Football
Collegiate Opportunities
Player Personal Responsibility
What to Expect from TCW Coaches
PARENTS
CHURCH
TCW
Coach led devotions
Regular prayer as a part of the life of the team
Encouragement in Godliness
Support parents as needed
JV Football
Invited to NHFA Tournament - 2022 Laguna Beach Bowl Champions
High School JV Team
Coach’s Tip and
Coaching Staff
Coach’s Tip:
one time fee
Coaches:
Skeet Alderson (HC) | Denis Cassidy (Asst HC)
Chris Huard (OC) | Philip Wilkins (DC) |Jacob Harrison | Jim Burke | Dawson Zbylot |Jim Gill | Charles Frank | Jason Holland | Dick Olin (Consultant)
Junior High Football
Steve Watkins
New Player Evaluation:
March 9 5:00-7:00 pm
April 4 5:00-7:00 pm
Location: Spring Creek Park
Steve Watkins (HC), Charles Gordon, Heath Hippel,
Doug Horton, Abel Obregon, Robby Robbins, Darrell Malagarie, Josiah Paulding
TCW Junior High Football
Daily devotionals key to building Christian character at JH level
Athletic Director:
Stephanie Hill
AthleticDirector.TCW@gmail.com
AssistantAD.TCW@gmail.com
Player Ages / Eligibility
JUNIOR
HIGH
A player is eligible for High School
football if he is less than 19 years by
September 1 and is a high school student.
HIGH
SCHOOL
A player is eligible for Junior High Football (6th-8th grade) if he has not reached his 15th birthday on or before September 1 and is not a 9th grade student.
All players must be a homeschool students. Online learning through public or private school is not considered homeschooled. We do allow 10% of the team to be from private schools that do not have a football program.
Flag Football
8 years old by 9/1 – 3rd Grade
9 years old by 9/1 – 4th Grade
3rd & 4th Grade
10 years old by 9/1 – 5th Grade
11 years old by 9/1 – 6th Grade
5th & 6th Grade
The Tomball Christian Warriors will be playing through The Farm League Flag Football Programs.
Summer Camps tentatively 1st and 2nd weeks of June.
Our Pre-Season Training program is designed for our athletes to increase player speed, agility, & strength.
For 2023, the program will be football-specific drills & training with Olympic Gold and Bronze Medalist, Derrick Brew
June and July @ Farm League
Off Season / Pre-Season Training
Feb 21 | Registration Meeting (MANDATORY for ALL football players) | 6-8pm | Salem Lutheran Church (The Atrium) |
Mar. 3-6; Mar. 10-11 | Uniform Sizing (registration required) | Sign up | The Farm League |
Mar 1-29 | Varsity 7 on 7 | W 6:00 - 8:00pm | The Farm League |
Mar 9 | Junior High Football Evaluations (New players) | 5:00 - 7:00pm | Spring Creek Park (baseball fields) |
Apr 17 - May 15 | Spring Ball (High School), (Junior High starts Apr 24) | M, T, Th, F: 5:30-8pm, W: 4-6pm | The Farm League |
Apr 4 | Junior High Football Evaluations | 5:00-7:00pm | Spring Creek Park (Baseball fields) |
May 16 | Blue and Orange Scrimmage (HS) | 7pm | The Farm League |
June - July | Agility Training | TBA | The Farm League |
July 31 | Start of the Regular Season (High School) | M, T, Th, F: 5:30-8pm, W: 4-6pm | The Farm League |
Aug 7 | Start of the Regular Season (Junior High) | M, T, Th, F: 5:30-8pm, W: 4-6pm | The Farm League |
2023 Football Dates and Deadlines
Note: If “High School” or “Junior High” is not called out, it is “both”.
Equipment and Uniform Sizing
For your family planning purposes, here are the weekend games as they stand right now:
September 9 (JH, Varsity) - ACA Defenders. Location: Houston, TX
September 30( JH, Varsity) - Lighthouse Christian. Location: Atoka, OK
*All game dates are subject to change
Targeted Weekend Games
VARSITY 2023 SCHEDULE
8/10 Scrimmage @ Houston Christian
8/17 or 8/18 Scrimmage @ Boling High School
8/25 TCW vs. KIPP Sunnyside
9/1 TCW vs. Kinkaid
9/9 TCW vs. ACA
9/15 TCW vs. Geneva School of Boerne
9/22 TCW vs. Fort Bend Christian
9/30 TCW vs. Lighthouse Chargers
10/6 BYE WEEK
10/13 TCW vs. Harmony of Katy
10/20 TCW vs. DASCHE
10/27 TCW vs. Legacy SSS
11/10 NATIONALS PREP or Additional Game
11/11 NATIONALS PREP
11/15-19 NATIONALS (FLORIDA)
JV SCHEDULE WILL COME OUT MID-SUMMER. WE ANTICIPATE 8 GAMES.
*All game dates are subject to change
Social Media Policy
Cheer Director: Kim McDonald
CheerDirector.TCW@gmail.com
Varsity Coach: Amy Hippel
Philosophy & Vision
Strive for EXCELLENCE (collectively and individually)
Aim for UNITY
COMPETITIVE Sideline and Competitive Squads
Player Athlete Responsibility
ENCOURAGER
TEACHABLE HEART
COMMITMENT
LEADER
Athlete Ages / Eligibility
JUNIOR
HIGH
An athlete is eligible for Varsity Cheer
if she is in 10th-12th grade.
VARSITY
An athlete is eligible for Junior High Cheer if she is in 6th-8th grade.
All athletes must be homeschooled. Online learning through public or private school is not considered homeschooled.
An athlete is eligible for Junior Varsity Cheer
if she is in 9th-11th grade.
JUNIOR
VARSITY
Cheer Key Dates
Registration is Open Now
March 16: Mandatory Cheer Parent Meeting (JH & HS)
(Athlete and at least 1 parent present)
Tomball Bible Church (Children’s Gym) - 6-8pm
March 29: Tryouts (Mandatory) at Spring Creek Athletics
2pm - Junior High
3pm - Returning Junior Varsity and New HS Athletes
4pm - Returning Varsity
(all forms and fees* are due)
*unless using TeamSnap installment plan
Cheer Key Dates
APRIL - MAY
(Mondays) 7:30-8:30 - Competitive (SCA)
(Tuesdays only) 5:30-6:30 - JH (Farm League)
6:00-8:00 - JV and Varsity (Farm League)
(Wednesday) 2:00-3:00 - JH (SCA)
3:00-4:00 - JV (SCA)
4:00-5:00 - Varsity (SCA)
5:00-6:00 - Competitive (SCA)
April 22nd 10am-Noon- Mandatory SCA Master Class (JV,V)
SPRING: TBD Uniform Fitting (Mandatory)
Cheer Key Dates
June 6-9 : JV and Varsity FCC Cheer Camp - Mandatory
The Southwest Assemblies of God University
Waxahachie, TX (JH Optional to attend)
Aug. 2-3: JH Cheer Camp at SCA - Mandatory
Aug. 3-4: JV and Varsity Choreography Camp - Mandatory
12:00-3:00
Aug. 7 Fall practice begins for all teams
Cheer Key Dates
FALL SCHEDULE
(Mondays) 7:30-8:30 - Competitive (SCA)
(Tuesdays) 5:30-6:30 - JH (Farm League)
6:00-8:00 - JV and Varsity (Farm League)
(Wednesday) 2:00-3:00 - JH (SCA)
3:00-4:00 - JV (SCA)
4:00-5:00 - Varsity (SCA)
5:00-6:00 - Competitive (SCA)
(Thursdays) 5:30-6:30 - JH (Farm League)
6:00-8:00 - JV and Varsity (Farm League)
Games Most Often: JH- Thursdays, JV- Thursdays, V- Fridays
High School Competitive Cheer Team
The Competitive team will be competing at FCC’s Texas
Showdown Regional competition and the National competition
If an athlete is interested, please see Coach McDonald.
Goal: To enhance the TCW sideline cheer team and offer the athletes who desire an opportunity to push their skill level and their competitiveness to a higher level, while still instilling in these athletes a godly work ethic and character.
Try-outs: This will take place at the same time as the TCW team tryouts. Any interested athlete is welcome to tryout. The athlete will need to let the Cheer Director and the Varsity Head Coach know prior to tryouts if they would like to be considered for the 2022 Competitive Team.
Commitment: Spring - Monday 7:30pm – 9:00pm and Wednesday 5pm - 6pm
Summer – 5 practices TBD
Fall – Monday 7:30pm – 9:00pm and Wednesday 5pm - 6pm
We will be going to one Regional competition and the Nationals Competition
*The two weeks before each competition must be blocked out for any called additional practices.
High School Competitive Cheer Team
Handbook
TCW Cheer Athlete Commitment
By joining TCW, I am agreeing to uphold the following team rules:
1. I am home educated and understand I will not play if I am not passing.
2. I will demonstrate the character quality of attentiveness by listening to the instruction of my coaches.
3. I will demonstrate the character quality of faithfulness by attending all practices and games.
4. I will demonstrate the character quality of orderliness by following the dress code:
• A clean-cut and modest appearance is required for the season (i.e. no odd piercings, no tattoos (those who have them must keep them covered), no radical hair styles or colors.
• I will wear the required uniform for all practices and games. The head coach will determine game and practice uniform.
• I will not allow anyone else to wear any uniform piece including practice shirts of the current season.
5. I will demonstrate the character quality of submission to authority by maintaining a positive, respectful, and teachable attitude towards my coaches at all times. This includes during practices, any games attended, or any TCW event.
TCW Cheer Athlete Commitment
6. I will demonstrate the character quality of self-control by:
• not participating in any profane or suggestive/inappropriate language, fighting (a physical altercation outside what would be considered an acceptable emotional reaction to a game situation), tobacco use, or any other misuse of controlled and uncontrolled substances during all TCW events including, but not limited to, games and practices.
• using wisdom on social media and will not post anything that could be deemed inappropriate with the standards and values set forth by TCW especially while in TCW attire and at any TCW sponsored event.
• keeping my focus on my team and avoid pairing off with persons of the opposite sex during all TCW events including, but not limited to, games and practices. This includes the property of the event, game, or practices.
TCW Cheer Athlete Commitment
7. I will demonstrate the character quality of discipline by following the rules that my coaches establish.
8. I will approach my coach with any questions or concerns before/after practice or during breaks.
9. I will promote sportsmanship through my words and actions; striving to never speak poorly of our fellow teammates or criticize the coaches.
10. I understand that the coaches reserve the right to establish or abolish any team rules.
11. I have received and read the TCW Handbook.
12. I will follow the TCW rules and program guidelines as stated in the TCW Handbook.
13. I understand that I can be asked to take a drug test, and failure to do so is an admission of guilt.
14. I agree to adhere to the Disciplinary Plan as defined in this Code of Conduct, and failure to comply with the disciplinary plan as defined in the document and as prescribed by the head coach will be considered another infraction in the same category.
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
Category Description | 1ST Infraction | 2nd Infraction | 3rd Infraction |
General infractions as listed above in the Cheer Athlete Commitment item 6. Does not include actions such as being late to practice, missing practice/game or not communicating with coaches on the above | Sit out first half of game and speak with parents. | Sit out full game and conversation with the Board. | Removal from the cheer team without eligibility for a refund. |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
Category Description | 1ST Infraction | 2nd Infraction | 3rd Infraction |
Participating in the illegal purchase, distribution or use of alcohol, or illegal drugs. Other illegal activities without a conviction including, but not limited to, vandalism, theft, trespassing | 2 game suspension and Organizational Head Coach prescribed discipline. Speak with parents. | Remaining season game suspension and Organizational Head Coach prescribed discipline. Conversation with the Board. | Removal from the cheer team without eligibility for a refund. Returned participation the following year will be subject to TCW Board approval with a recommendation from the Athletic Director and Organizational Head Coach. |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
Category Description | 1ST Infraction | 2nd Infraction | 3rd Infraction |
Participating in any illegal activity leading to a conviction. On arrest (while waiting court decision), TCW Board will review the status of the player and make a decision with a recommendation from the Athletic Director and Organizational Head Coach. | Immediate dismissal from the program. Returned participation the following year will be subject to TCW Board approval with a recommendation from the Athletic Director and Organizational Head Coach. |
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TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
ITEM | STANDARD | CONSEQUENCES |
Being on time to games: | Games: On the field and checking in with your coach 1 hour prior to the game. Ex: Game @ 6, you will need to be at the field by 4:55 ready to go in proper uniform.
| 1st violation = Sitting out for the length of time you are late and verbal warning given 2nd violation = Sit out the 1st quarter and 1 demerit given. 3rd violation = Sit out half of the game, coach speaks with parents and 1 demerit given. 4th+ violations = Board recommendation |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
ITEM | STANDARD | CONSEQUENCES |
Being on time to practices | Practices: must be on the field and ready 5 minutes before the starting time of practice. | 1st violation = verbal warning given and conditioning: Farm League - 2 laps SCA – 5 min. conditioning after practice 2nd violation in a week = 1 demerit plus conditioning (see above) 3x’s late in a week = 1 demerit, conditioning, sit out 1st quarter of the next game, and coach will speak with parents. 4x’s + late in a week = 1 demerit, conditioning, sit out ½ of the next game, and Board recommendation |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
ITEM | STANDARD | CONSEQUENCES |
Dress code for practices: | ➢ Sports Bra: White, black or grey ➢ Socks: White no-show ➢ Uniform: as specified by Head Coach ➢ Shoes: Cheer ➢ Hair: No un-natural hair coloring; Up in tight ponytail ➢ Nails: Trimmed short. If wearing polish, neutral colors only. ➢ Jewelry: None ➢ Phone: Keep phone in cheer bag upon arrival at practice, not to be used until the end of practice. ➢ Tattoos: Prefer none/ but must be covered with band aid and NOT VISIBLE.
| 1st violation = verbal warning and conditioning: Farm League - 2 laps SCA – 5-minute conditioning after practice 2nd violation in a week = 1 demerit plus conditioning (see above) 3rd violation in a week = 1 demerit, conditioning, sit out 1st quarter of the next game, and coach will speak with parents. 4+ violations in a week = 1 demerit, conditioning, sit out ½ of the next game, and Board recommendation |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
ITEM | STANDARD | CONSEQUENCES |
Dress code for games: | ➢ White Sports Bra. No other bra may be worn with your sports bra ➢ Socks: White no-show ➢ Hair: No un-natural hair coloring; Completely pulled back with no wispy hair hanging down ➢ Hair Bow ➢ Uniform: as specified by Head Coach ➢ Spandex: Blue ➢ Shoes: Cheer ➢ Nails: Trimmed short. If wearing polish, neutral colors only. ➢ Makeup: Modest – nothing bright or distracting ➢ Jewelry: None (including handmade) ➢ Phone: Keep phone in cheer bag upon arrival at the game, not to be used until the end of the game. ➢ Tattoos: Prefer none/ those already existing must be covered with band aid and NOT VISIBLE.
| If you do not have the right uniform, hair bow, spandex, shoes or hair pulled back then you will have to sit out until you are in the correct uniform. This includes the megaphone and poms. 1st violation = verbal warning 2nd violation = sit out until in the correct uniform or first half of the game, whichever is greater and 1 demerit. 3rd violation = sit out full game and 1 demerit. 4+ violations = sit out full game, speak with parents, 1 demerit, and Board recommendation. |
TCW Cheer Disciplinary Plan
3 Demerits | Written warning and conversation with parents |
4 Demerits | Sit out the next game and written notice to parents and Board |
5 Demerits | 2nd game suspension, meeting with parents, athlete, coaches, Cheer Director, and at least 2 Board members. |
6 Demerits | Dismissal from TCW Cheer team with no eligibility for refund |
Who to contact if you are going to be late for practice or games:
| Varsity: Text both Cheer Coaches Junior High: Text both Junior High Cheer Coaches |
Who to contact if you are going to be absent for practice or games:
| Varsity: Text both Cheer Coaches Junior High: Text both Junior High Cheer Coaches
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TCW Cheer Leadership
Attendance at all TCW Cheer events (tryouts, cheer camp, practices, games, etc) is mandatory. We are a team and everyone needs to be there. We understand that there may be extenuating circumstances that are beyond your control (ie: hospitalization, illness and/or death of immediate family member) during the season that may require the athlete to miss an event. It is imperative that the athlete communicate any extenuating circumstances with the Cheer Director and Head Coach as soon as possible. Supporting documentation may be required. Family vacations are not considered extenuating circumstances. Without prior approval of extenuating circumstances, missing a TCW Cheer event will be considered a resignation from the TCW Cheer team. In this event, appeals to the TCW Board may be made through the TCW Cheer Director and at her discretion.
Please Note: The season does not end after Homecoming but after the last regular season game. Any athlete wanting to go to Nationals, must continue to attend practice. If the athlete drops off after Homecoming, they will not be eligible to return the following year.
TCW Cheer Attendance Policy
Volunteer Director:
Monica Morales
VolunteerDirector.TCW@gmail.com
Volunteering is Important
TCW only works because of parent volunteers:
* Volunteer Opt-Out fee available
More than just football and cheer:
Treasurer:
Hal Bettis
Treasurer.TCW@gmail.com
Fees and Payment Options
TCW 2023 Budget Estimate
Expenses
Football $82,000
Cheer $50,000
TCW 2023 Budget Estimate
Expenses
Events $17,000
Organization and Admin $47,000
Total Expense Estimate $196,000
TCW 2023 Budget Estimate
Income
Football Registration,Uniform Fees $82,000
Game Admissions $7,000
Cheer Registration,Uniform Fees $51,000
Events $17,000
Merchandise and Concessions $4,000
Fundraising Target $15,000
Sponsorship Target $20,000
Total Income $196,000
Total Expense $196,000
Varsity/JV Football Player Cost
New Player Costs: $1,450
Returning Player Cost: $650
* Payment plan available through TeamSnap (Apr 5, May 5, Jun 5, July 5)
* Fundraising available to offset costs
* The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
JH Football Player Cost
New Player Costs: $1,350 ($1,100 w/rented equipment)
Returning Player Cost: $800 w/rentals ($650 if owned equip)
* Payment plan available through TeamSnap (Apr 5, May 5, Jun 5, July 5)
* Fundraising available to offset costs
* The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
New Cheerleader Costs: $1,100
Returning Cheerleader Cost: $875
All Cheerleaders - Spring Creek Athletics: $75 registration fee + $60/month/athlete/team (April - May and Aug. - Oct.)
*The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
Varsity & JV Cheer Costs
JH Cheer Costs
New Cheerleader Costs: $600
Returning Cheerleader Cost: $505
All Cheerleaders - Spring Creek Athletics: $75 registration fee +
$60/month/athlete (April-May and Aug.-Oct.)
*The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
TCW Cheer Mascot
Mascot Cost: $1,100
Returning Mascot Cost: $875
The TCW Mascot tryout is open to male or female athletes.
*The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
Competitive Cheer Costs
Competitive Cheerleader Costs: $1200
Spring Creek Athletics Class Fees is additional. (April-May and Aug.-Nov.)
*The Registration Fee is non-refundable.
TeamSnap Payment Options
Two Payment Options when registering in TEAMSNAP:
Installment Payment Plan Options
April 5th, May 5th, June 5th, and July 5th
(Ex: $650 Total= 2 Installments, $1450 total= 4 Installments)
Pay in Full Option
* Fundraising available to offset costs
Financial Aid
Secretary:
Lisha Alderson
Secretary.TCW@gmail.com
Forms & Registration
5 Steps to Complete Registration
Registration Forms:
TeamSnap - Athlete and Parent Information
Payment
DocuSign - Indemnification / Medical Release Form
Release of Liability
Medical History Form
Commitment Form (for Parent and Athletes to sign)
Addt. Docs- TCW Physical Form (completed by a physician)
Pre-Concussion Exam (every 2 years)
Copy of Birth Certificate (for Football)
Register on www.TomballChristianWarriors.com
Select RESOURCES tab and Scroll down to the correct button for
your Athlete
*2 things to pay attention to: Returning or New, Football or Cheer
TeamSnap
**Registration Fee is non-refundable
If you choose to pay offline, here are your choices:
*The $300 Registration fee must be received before your athlete can participate. The balance is due by May 12th unless you do the TeamSnap installment plan.
**Registration Fee is non-refundable.
Offline Payments
Additional Information:
If you have any TeamSnap questions, feel free to email them to me at Secretary.TCW@gmail.com.
TeamSnap
Includes:
Indemnification / Medical Release Form
Release of Liability
Medical History Form
Commitment Form (for Parent and Athletes to sign)
TIPS
DocuSign
TCW Physical Form - Must be completed by a physician
Due every year for football
Due every 2 years for cheer
Pre-Concussion Exam - Due every 2 years
Baselinetesting.com
*Forward your results. Do not input
our email address into the website.
Copy of Birth Certificate - Football Only
Please email these documents to Register.TCW@gmail.com
Additional Documents
Football Registration Forms and Documents due:
High School - April 17th
*New athletes that want to participate in 7 on 7
in March must complete all steps of registration
before they can participate.
Junior High - April 24th
*Athletes are not allowed on the field to participate in Spring Ball until all forms are complete and registration fee is paid.
Football Registration Dates
Cheer Registration Forms and Documents due:
All Cheer athletes- March 29th
*Athletes are not allowed to participate in tryouts until all forms are complete and registration fee is paid.
Cheer Registration Dates
Vice President:
Chris Teter
VicePresident.TCW@gmail.com
*Important*
Stay Connected
Website: www.TomballChristianWarriors.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TomballChristianWarriors/
Instagram: TomballChristianWarriors
Twitter:@TCWarriors
WarriorStore: TomballChristianWarriors > Resources > Warrior Fan Store
Sponsorships and Fundraising
Raffle - Spring (April-May)
can ask businesses for donations
Fundraising
Silent Auction - Fall (Sept. / Oct.)
Fundraising
Fundraising
Sponsorships / Donations
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Donations
President:
Paul Resurreccion
President.TCW@gmail.com
More Information
More than Football and Cheer
WHO not HOW
CHARITY/VOLUNTEER COMMITTEES
SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
CORPORATE EXECUTIVES
SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEES
FUNDRAISING COMMITTEES
ADMINISTRATORS
ACCOUNTANTS/TREASURERS
COMMUNITY LEADERS
WARRIOR STRONG CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE
Contact Information for TCW:
General Inquiries: Information.TCW@gmail.com
Board Inquiries/Questions:
ExecutiveDirector.TCW@gmail.com President.TCW@gmail.com
Registration Questions:
Secretary.TCW@gmail.com
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