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Letter from the Booster President (23/24′)

Dear Falcon Football Families,

As we pass through 2023 and onto 2024, it comes with great gratitude that I was able to be a part of this journey as your Booster President for the 2023/2024 football season. Each year the booster club passes over the baton to a new Board filling Executive rolls. I’m excited to see what the 24/25′ Booster leaders have in store! (It’s not too late to volunteer as voting will commence on January 23rd at 7 pm at the HS and online. 2024-2025 Voting for Board Positions | Kentlake Football)

To me, the goal of the program goes beyond fundraising, sportsmanship, and the “W”. Players – it’s to exude “Virtuousness” – “the quality of doing what is right, goodness, moral excellence, and admirableness.” I volunteered for this program to provide a pathway for the next booster ‘team’ to be successful – to encourage creativity, and perspective, and to make changes that benefit the players and community.

To the Senior Parents, thank you for your heart and dedication in lifting your players’ heads when they needed it most and congratulating them on their personal accomplishments and moments.

To the Junior parents, Onward and Upwards – You can influence and make changes to the program. I encourage to you embrace the traditions and bring forth the new.  

To the Sophomore parents – Be involved. A heartbreak or triumph will come off the field into your home. Lead with patience. There’s a long road ahead.

To the Freshman parents – Teach your players that one day they will become the influence unbeknownst to them.

All in all – it has been a pleasure to represent the parents, the players, and the coaches for the 2023/2024 season. I wish your families, and your players, all the love and success now and in the future.

The pessimist complains about the winds, the optimist expects it to change, the leader adjusts the sails. – John Maxwell.    – My high school days quote.

Sincerely,

Tara Mitchell, Booster President, 2023/2024

M: 253.332.0075

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2024-2025 Voting for Board Positions

The purpose of the Booster Club, organized as a non-profit charitable organization, is to
provide positive and active moral support and assistance for the benefit of the football
program of Kentlake High School, and by providing sound financial assistance through
fundraising activities and by the acceptance of donations; and to do all things incidental
or desirable in connection with the foregoing.

The membership of this Booster Club shall include all parents and or guardians, alumni, and
coaches of Kentlake football players, known as “Members”. Any other person interested in the
progress and development of the Kentlake High School football program who wishes to be a
member needs to be approved by the Booster Club.


Executive Board. The Booster Club shall be governed by elected officers, and Program
Directors hereafter referred to as directors. Directors will attend monthly Executive Board
meetings, be voting members of the board and appointed annually by the Executive Board for
a one-year term beginning on Jan 1st and ending on December 31st. Directors may be
appointed for consecutive terms.

Officers shall include a president, a vice-president, a secretary, a
treasurer, and such others as the Booster Club shall find necessary and as shall be elected
by the membership. These officers along with the head football coach shall be known as
the Executive Board (hereafter referred to as the Board).

Voting will take place on January 23rd, 2024 at the high school and via online.

There are plenty of volunteer and chair positions as well!

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2nd Annual “Will Hardy ‘7 on 7’ Memorial Football Game”

The Kentlake Booster Club presents the 2nd Annual “Will Hardy ‘7 on 7’ Memorial Alumni Football Game” at French Field in Kent, WA.

When: Wednesday, November 22nd

Where: French Field

Who: Kentlake Alumni, Co-Ed Teams of 7.

Register online at the link below or onsite at 3 p.m. Games run from 4-8 p.m. For questions, please contact Coach Maw at Karl.Maw@kent.k12.wa.us | 7:30 pm Trophy Presentation

$3 Admission/Entry Fee | Concessions for Purchase | $100 per 7 on 7 Team.

We gather past Kentlake alumni, family, and friends for an evening of ‘7 on 7’ touch football in honor of celebrating the life, legacy, and family of Will Hardy, #9
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Kentlake Future Falcons Youth Camp

2024 FUTURE FALCONS YOUTH CAMP

Youth Football Camp 2024 – Save the Date Coming Soon – June of 2024

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Volunteer Fund-Racing – NHRA at Pacific Raceways JULY 19-21, 2024

Date/Time
Date(s) – 07/19/2024 – 07/21/2024
All Day

Volunteer Fund-Racing Opportunities

Every year, Pacific Raceways helps organizations raise money by volunteering for Pacific Raceways during the NHRA Northwest Nationals. Volunteer and get money for your organization.

Positions Needed

  • Ticket Scanning: Ticket Scanners will be under a tent at the main ticket entrance. You will be provided scanners that are about the size of your cellphone. After attendees go through security, you will scan either printed or mobile tickets. These tickets MUST be processed as valid to enter. You will have 2 KL supervisors there to help with any scanning issues. If they can’t resolve it, the attendee will be directed to our Pacific Raceways Entry Supervisor for further assistance. Most issues are on mobile devices when the brightness is not turned up all the way.
  • Re-Entry Stampers: Mark the hands of attendees who wish to re-enter the facility with the provided stamp/marking pen. No re-entry actually happens here, this is just to mark them so they can re-enter at the main entrance with security. Adult is present because attendees can’t exit with alcohol, open or not. I also sometimes give a reminder if someone exits with a full drink that they won’t be able to re-enter with it.
  • Whistle-Blowers: You will have a whistle and a vest. You will be spread around the pro-pits and will assist with crowd control to help drivers get out of and back into their pits around their runs. On Saturday, this position starts before the first run and then has a space between the next in which you can help break people in other positions before returning for the second run of the day. On Sunday, this position will last most of the time but the number of people needed will lower as we get down to the final race in each class.
  • Crosswalk Attendants: We have two crosswalks, the Staging Lane Crosswalk and the Nationals Crosswalk. In both positions, you will be given a vest and whistle. In the Staging Lane Crosswalk, you will be stopping pedestrian traffic while racing vehicles are moving forward in the staging lanes. You will be able to easily see when you need to stop the pedestrian flow and when you can release them. NHRA will also have a staff member(s) there to help you. In the Nationals Crosswalk, you will be watching for racing vehicles and their crew as they are returning to their pits. You will need to be paying attention and watching as the vehicles come your way so you can stop the pedestrian flow. In both positions, you are not responsible if someone does not stop. You are there to raise your arms, blow your whistle or yell “stop/look-out/coming through”, and be a presence to help people not paying attention or sometimes not realizing that they are walking across a “road”.

Hours of Operation & Working Conditions

We prefer candidates who are able to work all three days of the event Friday-Sunday from 7am-6pm. Some positions may be required to stay longer, while others may be relieved earlier in the day. Candidates must be willing and able to stand for long periods of time, work in hot weather, and work in loud environments over a 150db.

Age Restrictions

Candidates are at least 15 years old with adult chaperones. This volunteer opportunity prefers 16-18 years of age and older. Adults, family, and friends are invited to participate and team up as you move through the above stations.

Potential Earnings

Groups have the opportunity to earn money for every hour worked. Hours worked will be accumulated throughout the weekend and groups will be paid by check two–three weeks after the event.

FALCONS SIGN-UP GENIUS: (Please sign up for multiple slots!)

Sign-Up Genius: TBD

Event Schedule:

Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals

Competitors:

Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals

Brittany Force | DOB: 01July 08, 1986 | FROM: Yorba Linda, California

Antron Brown | DOB: 02March 01, 1976 | FROM: Pittsboro, Indiana

Austin Prock | DOB: 03August 21, 1995 | FROM: Danville, Indiana

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Parent/Player Volunteer – White River Amphitheatre Summer Concert Line-Up

WELCOME TO THE KL FALCONS BOOSTER CLUB VOLUNTEER CONCERT LINE-UP. 

You can sign up for as many concerts as you like and bring a friend or friends! (We do ask that each football family participate.)   There are permits and certificates required prior to volunteering. Please see the details below.  

Advanced Start Time for Volunteers –  **The concert start times listed are for “Volunteer Check-In” two hours prior. White River Amphitheatre is requesting all volunteers check in two hours prior. Ex: If the start time on Sign-Up Genius says 2 pm, the concert start time is 4 pm.**   (White River Amphitheater concert times are subject to change.)

TIPS/MAST – All volunteers 18+ MUST have a valid MAST permit and TIPS certification. All volunteers should have both permits on them for every single show and they will be checked upon check-in. KL Football Booster & Legends are providing this at no cost and will take approximately (3) hours. Location: KL High School. Date: TBD

*(You may choose to take a TIP online course AND an online MAST course. https://www.gettips.com/online/washington-alcohol-trainingCost will not be reimbursed, since our specified course is provided at no cost.)  

Food Handlers Card – All volunteers working with food must have a food handlers card. You can get this card at https://doh.wa.gov/community-and-environment/food/food-worker-and-industry/food-worker-card. Your card is valid for (2) years and you may renew after that. The card is $10 and the quiz is approx. 30 minutes. 

Parking/Check-In – Please see the map at www.kentlakefootball.com for both parking and check-in. For those groups that were with the Concert Series last year, some positive news is that they are changing their checkout process and this will now be done at “Check-in” rather than the warehouse. 

Documents/Form – Shirt sizes, dietary restrictions, and completed volunteer intent forms are extremely important in order to speed up the check-in process. These must be turned in prior to check-in. 

Volunteer Training – If anyone is interested in touring the venue for hands-on training with inventory and Point of Sale system before the first show, the KL Football Booster will arrange for group training. 

We are looking forward to a fantastic season at White River! 

Kentlake Falcons Football Booster presents: White River Amphitheatre Summer Concert Line-Up

Sign-Up Genius Link: TBD

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23′ Falcon Football Player/Parent Checklist

Dear Kentlake Football Player(s) and Parent(s),

The FALCONS Football Coaches, Players, Alumni, and Booster Club would like to provide a warm welcome to our current players, new players, and our incoming freshman football players.

Below is a list of basic information that will help you prepare for the upcoming season:

1. Register your Athlete for Summer Practice HERE.  8th Graders can start practice at the high school on June 12th, 2023.

2. Physicals are valid for 24 months from the date of examination. Participation History and Physical Examination FORM High School: A current physical examination must be completed prior to participation in grades 9-12 and must be dated after June 1 of the eighth-grade year. All incoming 8th graders will need a new physical.

    Summer Team Schedule   |  Varsity Game Schedule   |  Team Volunteer Events – Pending

3. Future Falcon Camp July 31st, August 1st, and August 2nd – Incoming grades 2-8 – Please help spread the word and sign up those younger kiddos! Register HERE!

4. Falcon FAN Gear Store Now Open: All orders must be placed by June 11th. Once you click on an item, the item will be available in three different team shades/colors in a variety of sizes. Orders will be picked up in bulk so please be sure to complete your contact information.  Kentlake Falcons Football Fan Wear | Protime Sports | powered by OrderMyGear (itemorder.com) (These are not required, nor uniforms – this is awesome fan gear.)

5. The KL Football Booster Club has the following Volunteer opportunities that you can take advantage of and have a great time!

a. White River Amphitheatre Volunteers:  Everyone is planning to attend a concert this summer, right?! Volunteering at an event(s), gets you a free concert and the commission of sales and tips generated goes into supporting the football program. Kentlake Falcons Football Booster presents: White River Amphitheatre Summer Concert Line-Up (signupgenius.com) (Instructions for the Food Handlers permit, and TIPS/MASTis included in Link.)

b. NHRA DRAGS – Pacific Raceways Volunteers:  The NHRA Drags are back! This is a huge event and always so much fun for the players and parents. Watch these professional racers up close for free! Another event where the payment of your time goes to the football program!  (Sign-Up Genius Link Coming Soon!)

There are plenty of volunteer opportunities throughout the year! Stay tuned!   

8. Donations may be 100% tax-deductible, Kentlake Football Booster Club is a 501C organization.  Use our Paypal Donation Link. Our Non-profit # is 27-4235869.   A win-win for both!

9. The Kentlake Booster Club will be printing the 2023 Media Program in-house this year. All ad commitment forms, artwork, and optional Senior Highlights will need to be submitted by July 31st. Additional information will be rolled out shortly.

10. Are you a business that would like to sponsor an event?

11. The Kentlake Booster Club covers the pre-game day meals for 75 players and coaches. Sponsors and Volunteers are needed to make this happen. We want our football players healthy and ready to play.

12. Join KL Football Social Media for up-to-date notifications on changes, game highlights, etc. Would you like to see something on the KL social media site?

Instagram   |  Twitter    |  Facebook   |  YouTube

For any questions, please contact: KentlakeFootball@gmail.com

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Kentlake Football Booster 2022 Poinsettia Fundraiser

The Kentlake Football Team is selling 4″, 6”, and 10” premium poinsettias from Van Wingerden Greenhouses, prices are below. Delivery of the baskets will be on November 15th, 2022, right before the holiday season!

  • 4” red, white, or pink poinsettias are $10 each
  • 6” red, white, or pink poinsettias are $16 each
  • 10” red poinsettia is $35
  • Table centerpiece is $30

We have set a goal for each player to sell 10 poinsettias. If you can sell more than 10, please do. The players (or parents) who sell 25 poinsettias will get a $25 gift card. The money earned from this fundraiser helps pay for new equipment. Included in this packet is the flyer you can use to post to your social media and an order sheet for you to utilize in your sales. Make sure that you put your name on your order form!

Payment options include cash, checks, and payment through PayPal.

  • Checks: Make checks payable to Kentlake Football Booster Club
  • PayPal: Payments can be made through the booster club’s website https://www.kentlakefootball.com/ by clicking on the yellow ‘Donate’ button. Make sure to note ‘Poinsettia Fundraiser – Player Name’ in the comment section and note what order was paid through PayPal on the order form.

Please collect all your orders and money before the order due date, November 1, 2022. When it’s time to turn in your orders, put the order form and money in an envelope. The drop-off dates for order forms and money are below.  

• October 26th from 4-5pm @ Kentlake High School

• October 27th from 6pm to 7pm @ Key Bank in Covington

• November 1st from 5-6pm @ Key Bank in Covington

Please do not turn your packet into your coach! The delivery date for the poinsettias will be Tuesday, November 15th at Hope Fellowship Church in Maple Valley. We request that each parent (or player) pick up the poinsettias they sold before 6 pm. If you can’t pick up your order on that day, please plan for someone else to pick them up. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed closer to delivery. We will send an email and post in the Band App and on the ‘Kentlake Football Booster’ Club FB page if there are any updates or changes. Let me know if you have any questions! My contact information is below.

Thank you,

Niesha McConaghy

Niesha.mcconaghy@gmail.com

Kentlake Football Booster Club

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About the Kentlake Football Booster Club

The Kentlake Football Booster Club is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization whose purpose is to support the football program at Kentlake High School.  We are a 501(c)3 designated tax-exempt organization.

The boosters help coordinate many activities, including preparing and serving pre-game meals, offering spirit wear, and producing game day programs.  We help coordinate special activities like Senior Night and the team awards banquet.  We do our best to keep you well informed through regular email newsletters, this website, and social media.  We raise money for the program through business sponsorships, hosting tournaments, and coordinating direct fundraisers.

We are an open organization.  Anyone who wants to help support Kentlake football is a member of the club.  We typically meet at Kentlake once a month during the school year.  These meetings will be advertised and are open to all.  If you feel called to help, please feel invited and welcome.

Your 2023-2024 board members are:

Tara Mitchell, President
Dawn Dunmore, Vice President
Krista Bartlett, Treasurer
Melissa Braaflat, Secretary

Your 2023-2024 class representatives are:

Krista Bartlett, Class of 2024 | Tara Mitchell, Class of 2025 | TBD, Class of 2026 | TBD, Class of 2027 | TBD, Class of 2028

Volunteer Descriptions and Commitments:

The President shall preside at all meetings of the Booster Club, appoint all Directors with the concurrence of the Board, appoint and/or dissolve all other committees as required, serve as an ex-officio member of all committees, serve as co-signer on the bank account, serve as primary spokesperson for the booster Club, except as otherwise specified, and oversee goals and budget performance.

The Vice-President shall perform all the duties of the president in his/her

absence and other duties as may be assigned by the president. The vice president and treasurer shall also serve as cosigners on the bank account.

The Treasurer shall take care of all funds and assets and pay out all monies, keep books and accounts of receipts, keep records of expenditures of funds, provide financial statements at each meeting, provide a copy of the most current bank statement at all general membership meetings, deposit all money received in an account in the name of the Booster Club obtains board approval for all unbudgeted expenditures in excess of $500, establish an annual budget to be approved by the board, arrange for an informal audit of the books at the end of the fiscal year by a person other than the treasurer or check signers.

The Secretary shall keep a record of all the proceedings of the general membership meetings of the Booster Club, e-mail past general membership meeting minutes to the membership as they become available, keep a record of the decisions of the Executive Board, conduct the official correspondence of the Booster Club, and maintain a file for all such correspondence, work with the website administrator to keep the Booster Club’s website

maintained and updated, maintain and update as required the player and parent email distribution lists keep members informed of football activities via email messages as required.

The Director of Web/Social Media shall act as an administrator to all Booster Club social media accounts, using social media to promote the Booster Club, the team, Kentlake athletes, students, and coaches. Maintain, edit, and update the website, and publish information from Booster Club board members. Coordinate volunteer moderators for all accounts/forums. Post Facebook updates, tweet on Twitter, follow local media/press and post links, as well as maintain the security of accounts. The sub-Committee should consist of 2-3 people.

The Director of Team Meals and his/her volunteer team shall plan, execute, and oversee any Head Coach-directed or Booster-planned meals directly related to the KL Falcon Football Team. This includes but is not limited to, the Season Kickoff Barbecue/Breakfast, Pregame Team Meals, and the Postseason Awards Banquet. The director will also acquire and organize volunteers and store and keep an accurate inventory of all related club supplies. The sub-Committee should consist of 3-4 people.

KL Football Media Program – (Digital Design I – II TTA010/TTB010)

Melissa Braaflat

Annual KL Fundraising Committees:

Raceways Sub-Committee – Tara Mitchell & Dawn Dunmore

Flower Basket Sub-Committee – Nicole Woodbury & Kelly Braden

Basketball Concessions – Tara Mitchell & Dawn Dunmore

Ironman – Dawn Dunmore

Poinsettia Fundraiser and Flower Basket Fundraiser. Lead person registers the booster club indicating they are going to do the fundraiser. (Registration does not mean the team is obligated.) Update the participant letter template and send an e-mail, along with the donation form to the parents and coaches. Compile all Player orders into one team order and submit order to Van Wingerden Gardens. Organize the pick-up time and location. If there are poinsettias/flower baskets that are not picked up, contact the player, parent, or person who bought the item and arrange pick up.

Alumni 7 on 7 Turkey Bowl. Coach Maw and KL Booster Lead-Volunteer to run this event.

And Many More…

Please feel free to reach out to any booster club member with questions or ideas.  You can reach us via email at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.

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REGISTER FOR THE 2022 FUTURE FALCONS YOUTH CAMP

Come one, come ALL! Join Kentlake’s Youth Football Camp from July 19th to the 21st from 9:00 am to 11:30 am @Kentlake High School!

You’ll have an opportunity to be led by the Kentlake High School Coaches & Players learning football skills by competing in fundamental and game-based drills!

Registration is available for Elementary 2nd graders on up, and Middle School, 7th and 8th grade! Parents and Families are invited to enjoy a couple of days of sunshine and watch the fun from the bleachers!

This is a no-pads, non-contact camp. There will be no gear issued. Wear athletic shoes and clothing and bring plenty of water!

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Flower Basket Fundraiser 2022

Falcon Family,

It is that time again! Flower Baskets!

We are selling 12″ premium hanging flower baskets for $30 each from Van Wingerden Greenhouses. Garden Center’s retail price is $39.99 plus tax. This is the best price you can get!!!

Don’t forget Mother’s Day – baskets make a great gift.

We are raising funds for new uniforms, equipment, and pre-game meals. Our fundraising goal is $5,000, which means 10 baskets per football player. If you can sell more than 10, please do. The money earned from this fundraiser goes back into the program.

Attached is a flyer to post on social media and your order form to track sales. Put your name and contact information (email and phone) on your order form!

Cash, Checks made to Kentlake Booster Club, or Paypal (click for link).

Collection day for money and orders will be due April 1st

Order drop-off (forms and payment) will be on the following days:

o March 28th from 5-6 pm @ Key Bank parking lot in Covington 

o March 30th from 6-7 pm @ Key Bank parking lot in Covington 

o March 31st from 4:30-5:30 pm @ Kentlake H.S. near the entrance to the left

 If you are not able to make this time please reach out to us at Kentlakefootball@gmail.com to make arrangements.

The greenhouse will deliver baskets to Hope Fellowship Church in Maple Valley Tuesday, April 26th.

Each parent (or player) needs to pick up their baskets from Hope Fellowship Church.

If for some reason you cannot pick up your order on that day, please make arrangements for someone else to pick them up.

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Getting to know your Falcons – Nate Beck

Our next Falcon we got to see on the field as our starting quarterback his Sophomore year. He ended the season with an All-League Honorable Mention, 1200+ yards and 14 touchdowns. From one of our Coaches, “Beck has made so many great strides forward as not only a football player but a true leader. He has put in the on-field work on his own time and even made tremendous efforts off the field to help our program. Once again he is another kid with a bright future.”.

This year, Nate Beck’s Junior year, he didn’t want anyone to miss the chance to be on the field. He played a key roll in organizing the rally when Kent School District wanted to shut down sports for the year. Nate’s parents were right there by his side the entire time supporting him. That’s probably one of the many reasons why when asked about his hero, Nate’s answer was his dad, Dan. “I have learned so much from him and he has taught me more ‘dog mentality’ than any other person I know, the qualities he instilled in me will be carried with me forever and I am extremely grateful for that.”

Nate said most of his life is just school and training for football. He dreams of playing D1 level college football, ideally for Oregon (Go Ducks!), but UW, WSU, and Boise State are on the top of the list also.

~ t

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Flower Basket Fundraiser 2021

Falcon Family,

It is that time again! Flower Baskets!

We are selling 12″ premium hanging flower baskets for $30 each from Van Wingerden Greenhouses. Garden Center retail price is $39.99 plus tax. This is the best price you can get!!!

Don’t forget Mother’s Day – baskets make a great gift.

We have set a goal for each player to sell 10 baskets. If you can sell more than 10, please do. The money earned from this fundraiser goes back into the program. The Booster Club was recently able to purchase new video equipment.

Attached is a flyer to post on social media and your order form to track sales. Put your name and contact information (email and phone) on your order form!

Cash, Checks made to Kentlake Booster Club, or Paypal (click for link).

Collection day for money and orders will be due March 31st. Entrance of the Kentlake High School Parking lot. (Before practice, 2:00-3:30pm: Tara will be waiting in a blue Ford Explorer.)

 If you are not able to make this time please reach out to us at Kentlakefootball@gmail.com to make arrangements. You can give money/order forms to Dilan Sadler or Chase Allen at practice anytime.

The greenhouse will deliver baskets to Cedar Heights on Friday, April 30th. We do not know a time until day before. We will send an email and post to Facebook as soon as we hear from them.

Each parent (or player) needs to pick up their baskets from Cedar Heights on April 30th.

If for some reason you cannot pick up your order on that day, please make arrangements for someone else to pick them up.

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Proud to be a part of the Falcon Family

March 1, 2021 – The first team practice of the 2020-2021 football season. The first time our coaches and players have been on the field together in 480 days.

March of 2020, our players were pulled out of school and all athletics were cancelled. Everything they knew had been turned upside down. Students had to adapt to this new virtual school, with many hiccups along the way, and so many unknowns.

Over the summer our athletes stepped up. We saw new leaders rise up, coordinating player-led practices, hosting and participating in 7 on 7 games with other clubs. Through it all, they missed out on team camps and back to school 2-a-days and all that had been their ‘normal’.

School started, just how it ended.  Virtually, with no answer to ‘when can we have a season’.

As the energy and need for sports continued to grow there was a light at the end of the tunnel. The state of WA loosened restrictions to allow for a season.

And then, for reasons unclear to many, the Kent School District immediately just said ‘no’.

But again, maybe not surprisingly now, our athletes stepped up. This time outside of comfort zones. A student-led #letthemplayksd rally was held. Our players contacted the police, meeting with them to get permits and permission to gather for their protest. They found themselves doing interviews on camera with news stations, probably a first for any of them, even rising in the wee hours of the morning for a national show. Student-athletes and parents took to social media to display their frustration.

KSD backtracked and allowed athletes a season along with 2 weeks of conditioning. Again. Our players stepped up. For an additional 2 weeks they hosted critical player-led conditioning so they wouldn’t be found not prepared on the gridiron.

All of our athletes had to quickly learn how to become self-motivated like never before. With no coaches telling them something was mandatory, and with no certain reward of game time for the extra work on the field, they kept going.

For many, the reward of playing in a game motivated them in the “classroom”, so they stepped up and continued to work hard in their studies.

Our boys did this because they love being a part of something bigger. A team. A family.

For this I am proud of our boys and glad we are a part of the Falcon Family. To all of you student-athletes who didn’t give up and continued to push yourself, it has not gone unnoticed. We see you! We respect you. We hope you never forget what YOU did to meet a goal and make something happen.

A coach on Twitter said, ‘Your Initial Ranking has nothing to do with where your Work Ethic may take you’. I think that is appropriate here.

Go Falcons!

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Getting to know your Falcons – Alan Braaflat

When I asked our coaches about this next Falcon, this is what one Coach had to say, “For every one thing you see Alan do on the field, he does at least three things off of it that make us better.”

This year our players have had to step outside of their comfort zone. Without hesitation, Alan stepped up and helped lead team conditioning.

Alan Braaflat, Class of 2022. He is a well-rounded athlete, tells me he is playing Wide Receiver and Defensive Back this year. Last year he was also on the field as Quarterback and Safety, and he had at least one rushing, passing, and receiving touchdown.

Alan has been playing football since 2nd grade. He tells us about the play that hooked him forever: “My favorite play is from my first year ever playing football for Kent Knights in 2nd grade. I was playing running back and coach called a run play to me. I broke through the line, got past the linebackers, when I got to the secondary the safety hit me, but I didn’t go down. I kept running and then more and more players from the other team tried tackling me but I wouldn’t go down until I got in the end zone. Once I scored I realized it took almost their entire team to take me down. That was the moment I knew I was going to be playing football for a long time.” The picture below of the little guy in the dirty uniform is from that game.

Alan is thinking about becoming a pilot when in college and he also hopes to play football or track in college. Next Friday, March 12th, our Falcons will be on the field! Watch for this guy #1.

~t

(If you have ideas for content, interview suggestions, would like to submit a Guest Blog, or just comments please email kentlakefootball@gmail.com)

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Getting to know your Falcons – Chase Allen

Chase Allen, Class of 2022, might not look like your typical Guard, weighing in at 155 pounds. He is a laid back guy who doesn’t talk much on or off the field but he puts in the work and that says it all. With the most supportive family. Chase said, “My family has been supportive my whole life and I’m so lucky to have them. I couldn’t ask for a better family. I love them so much.” I have to agree, his Momma is the sweetest and his Grandma, she will keep you laughing. I had the pleasure of sitting with her at a few games, I highly recommend it. I would guess Chase takes after his Grandpa who doesn’t say much but loves watching his grandson on the field.

Chase told me, the butterflies go away once you get on the field. He remembers stopping a fake punt last year so the other team didn’t get the first down. Chase gave us a great example of how important attitude is on the field, he remembers playing a team last year with a similar record, going in thinking it was going to be a great matchup. Kentlake won, the other team did not score. Chase knew the other team would have been able to compete physically, but they did not have a good attitude. It was like they didn’t want to be there. He also told me how athletics help him mentally, teaching him how to take a little criticism. A skill that comes in very handy in life.

~t

Tom Jones Photography

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Falcon Sponsor Zone

The Kentlake High School Falcons Football Team has amazing changes coming to our community and we’d like to ask for your involvement.

With a new head coach and staff, we have many opportunities for our local business to take advantage of and we do need our community’s support as Kentlake High School Football kicks off its 2022 Season!

Falcons Booster Club Opportunities:

Media Program:

We have printed programs that are available during all home games. Sponsors will be displayed on the scoreboard. Many of our players, parents, fans and family members purchase goods and services from area businesses throughout the year. 

Prices:  Full page:  $200.00 | Half-page:  $100.00 |  ¼  page:     $50.00

Field Banners:

Your company can provide a banner to be hung up at all home games and returned to you at the end of the season. $200

Sponsorships

Pre-game meal sponsors:

Cost to cover pre-game meal + $100 for 75 players and coaching staff. An announcement will be mentioned during halftime. Printed business card in the media program.

Volunteer Opportunities

  1. Do you have a community volunteer or grand opening that the Football team can assist with?
  2. Kentlake has teamed up with Pacific raceway, White River Amphitheater, would you or someone you know like to see a concert for free and volunteer at a booth? All proceeds and tips go to the KL football booster club! Please see the Volunteer Page.

Donations may be 100% tax-deductible, Kentlake Football Booster Club is a 501C organization.   Checks can be mailed to: Kentlake Football Booster Club, P.O. Box 156, Black Diamond, WA  98010. Or use our PayPal Donation Link (paypal.com). Our Non-profit # is 27-4235869.   A win-win for both!

Please feel free to share this with others in our community who you believe would like to support our efforts.

All ad commitment forms and artwork must be received by July 31st, 2022. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity, and for welcoming us into the community!

Please contact: KentlakeFootball@gmail.com for additional information.

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Getting to know your Falcons – Blake Peterson

Let’s talk about a Senior to be watched this year. Blake Peterson, Safety and Slot Receiver #31. Junior year was a year to remember for this guy, he ended the year with 60 tackles, 600 receiving yards, NPSL (North Puget Sound League) Special Teams Player of the Year, 1st team Defensive Back, and 2nd Team Wide Receiver. That play he will always remember, his first varsity touchdown! Last year against Hazen, Nate dropped a seam ball right over his shoulder and he ran it in for an 80-yard touchdown. Great work by Blake and everyone on the field for that play. If you were not excited to watch Blake on the field before, I hope you are now!

Blake is a great student, just like on the field, he gives 100% in everything he does, inside and outside of the classroom. He is very competitive, enjoys Baseball and Weightlifting. Fun fact, he’s a puker, he goes so hard when he works out he always makes himself sick. He does it all a with positive attitude. He knows the best teams in history have a positive attitude and a centralized goal. 

This guy shared a little more information with me than I needed but I can’t keep this game-day ritual to myself. According to Blake, “Dylan Bartlett and I always take a PGP (pre-game poop) in side-by-side stalls.” I hope Dylan is cool with everyone knowing this dirty secret. Blake also has a black Nike shirt that he has been wearing under his pads since 7th grade. All you mommas out there are cringing, I know we all want to throw that thing in the trash.  

~ t

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Getting to know your Falcons – Alumni

Hello Falcon Family.

Our first guest for the Alumni edition of “Getting to know your Falcons” is our favorite Chiropractor, Dr. Kyle Wagner. Kyle moved back to his hometown of Kent, and started his career at Pollard Chiropractic, in 2018 after receiving his Doctor of Chiropractic from the University of Western States. His Bachelor’s in Kinesiology is from Western Washington University.

“I knew at the age of 16 that chiropractic was the career path I wanted to take. After suffering from a sports injury I started seeing Dr. Pollard. I was amazed at how much better I felt and knew that this was what I was going to do. After putting in 8 years of schooling with a lot of hard work, I am now a chiropractor and working with Dr. Pollard who inspired me so many years ago.”

Kyle is a graduate of the Kentlake Class of 2009 and his time on the football field was spent as Safety and Wide Receiver. He worked hard in the classroom and enjoyed seeing the concepts from science class come to life through the experiments!

It is no secret, if you follow Kyle on social media (facebook.com/kylewagnerDC) you will find out that he likes to test our song knowledge with ‘What’s that song Wednesday?’ where Kyle plays a short guitar solo for us. Of course, being a native to the upper left Kyle also enjoys the outdoors, camping and hiking in his free time.

We want to thank Kyle for taking time to think about Kentlake – volunteering his time to support the football players and program really means a lot to this Falcon Family. Kyle helps coordinate an Athletic Physical Clinic for student athletes at the start of the season (the school district requires all athletes to have a current physical on file before they are allowed to participate). He recently received an additional certification, the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician certification, to help our Kentlake student athletes perform their best. During the football season Kyle welcomes all players to stop by the office. He wants to educate the players on the importance of good chiropractic health, just as Dr. Pollard had done for him.

~ t

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Outside the Line

For our 2ndGetting to know your Falcon’ we are taking a closer look at a lineman.

I can’t decide if my title is right. We’re talking to a lineman outside of football but in this post we are talking to EJ Engstrom who plays Center, the innermost O-line position… Should it be Inside the Line? It’s too much for me to decide. ????

EJ will be a Class of 2022 Graduate. Missing football his Junior year has been hard but that does not mean he has gained the Covid 15. Actually, just the opposite – he has worked hard to stay active with regular workouts and runs. He is ready for a season.

Being a lineman EJ enjoys going right into wrestling season after football. While I love football as much as you, I truly enjoyed watching EJ wrestle last season. There was a wrestling tournament at Kent-Meridian, if you were there you know the match, it was the last few seconds, EJ was down in points, you could sense his determination, the entire gym was watching this match. EJ pins the guy for the win! The gym went crazy! And then, he shared a bag a Doritos with the guy. Ya’ll I’m not kidding, I’m not sure it was this match or this guy, but it happened. I’m sitting in the stands, I look across the gym, EJ is standing next to the guy he just wrestled, and they are sharing a back of Doritos.

One of the things you need to know about EJ is that he has heart, a big heart. He knows that with his teammates every challenge can be overcome, “All you need is your teammates at your back and you can do anything.”

I can’t wait to see EJ on the field this year. With all his hard work during Quarantine he is sure to shine!

~ t

Best Lineman Photo Ever – 2019 – EJ #58

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Kickoff with your Kicker

In this first ‘Getting to know your Falcon’ post we’re going to talk to Number 88, our Kicker, Dilan Sadler.

Freshman year earned him the #88, the Varsity Kicking spot. For those of you new to Falcon Football, it has been a tradition since the beginning to give #88 to the kicker… Why you ask? I have no idea. If you are reading this and you know the answer, please share.

Our #88 is not just a kicker. While he believes it to be his craft that he will continue to work hard to perfect for not only himself but his team, Freshman year game-long field goal was 32 yards, he is ready to make that 50! He also started as Jocker and Running Back on our C-team (JV team). He had a few standout games, one game getting a 99-yard Pick 6. Another night he was on fire with 4 touchdowns before 4th quarter.  That might be why his team voted him C-team player of the year. Special Teams Player of the year, as voted on by the team, had to have been earned by running a fake punt on 4th and 11 to pick up the first down.

Dilan likes to stay busy with Wrestling in the Winter followed by Track in the Spring. He will graduate with the Class of 2023, athletics being his motivation in the classroom as he wants to play college football. His college of choice, Oklahoma State University.

I can’t wait to cheer for this kid as a Cowboy, Go Pokes! We need to see a little more Orange in Washington ????

Until next time!

~ t

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Welcome Falcon Family.

Here we are, the start of a new year and a new Kentlake Football Booster Club Blog. For lack of creativity, we’re going with ‘blog’, but taking suggestions.

The goal is to help everyone feel a little more connected to our football team. Maybe encourage a few more of you to attend a game.

We will have a monthly ‘Getting to know your Falcons’ section highlighting a football player, helping us all get to know him a little better. Occasionally, we will be reaching out to past Alumni. I think I’ve talked Kyle Wagner from Pearson Chiropractic into being my first test subject, I mean guest ????.

Game re-caps when we do get to have a season. Coach Hurt has agreed to provide some occasional content, maybe highlight some great game plays for us. I hope to keep this engaging and maybe others will volunteer to do a Guest Blog for us (looking at you!). And whatever else you ask for.

You might be wondering who ‘I’ am. A Mom who loves supporting her kiddo on and off the field. It won’t take long and you will know more than you want about me, I’m an open book.

Looking forward to getting to know our players and You!

~ t

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Freshman Gear Distribution

Freshmen can check out equipment on Thursday, June 6 from 3:30-6:00 in the boys’ locker room at Kentlake.

If they have other commitments (like a track meet), we will also be checking out gear from 5:00-6:00 on Friday, June 7th. 

First day of practice for incoming freshman is Monday, June 10th at 3:15!

Practice Calendar

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2019 Sports Physicals

Falcon Families, 

Your player will need a 2019 sport physical. Their physical must be dated after June 1st of their 8th grade year. Physicals are valid for 2 years. What this means is if your player is going into 9th or 11th grade this coming season, they will need an updated physical. If you are new to KLHS Football and have not received a physical, you will need one.

GOOD NEWS!

Kentlake Football Booster along with Pearson Chiropractic will be sponsoring Sports Physicals for all Football athletes on Saturday, June 8th from 8 am to noon. The Flyer is attached. The cost is $35, but ALL proceeds go to the Football Booster club and right back into the Football program. These funds will be used to assist in compensating the Coaching Staff and purchasing new practice equipment for this season.

For more information about Kent School District Athletic Policies, please click the link below to go to KSD Athletic Department.

https://www.kent.k12.wa.us/Page/8955

If you have any questions, please contact us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.

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Register Now for 2019 Summer Team Camp – DUE MONDAY 6/10!

Download the packet to understand all the paperwork and forms you need to fill out for Team Camp–it’s a lot!

Click to Download:  2019 Gervias Team Camp Paperwork — Combined

2019 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp

JUNE 28-JULY 1

Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA

Parents and guardians need to provide transportation. We will all meet in the Auxiliary Gym on Friday, June 28th at 7:00 am and leave together.  Lunch will not be provided that day, so please plan on packing a lunch.

Parents are encouraged to attend the final scrimmages on Monday, June 1st. Players need a minimum of seven Spring practices—three in helmets, four in full gear–prior to being eligible to compete against other teams at camp.

Camp Cost: $300 due June 10th

Families that earned a discount to team camp will be contacted directly via email with alternate payment instructions.

If you’d like to pay online, please use our secure payment option below.  Be sure to provide your player’s full name and click “Buy Now” to complete the payment process.


Player’s full name:



Alternatively, you may pay via check payable to “Kentlake Football Booster Club”.

Registration forms are due by June 10th and can be turned into Kari Roller at the following  times/locations:

  • Team BBQ on May 31st
  • After practice on June 3rd, June 7th and June 10th outside the locker room
  • Cedar Height MS on June 10th from 7‐8 pm
  • Email to jakaroller@comcast.net

ALL Registration Forms needed by June 10th after practice:

o Gridiron of Champions 2019 Team Camp Registration

o Medical Information Form

o Medical Administration Form

o Field Trip Behavior and Expectations

o Parent Guardian Authorization for Field Trip

o Student Private Transportation Form*

*THIS FORM IS NOT FOR STUDENTS DRIVING—STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DRIVE THEMSELVES OR OTHER STUDENTS TO CAMP. Please make arrangements to transport your own child or have your child ride with another parent/guardian to the camp. Either way, EVERY student needs to fill out the Student Private Transportation Form.

o Volunteer Driving Screening (if driving players other than your own)

WE WILL PRINT A COPY OF ALL PHYSICAL FORMS FROM FAMILY ID BUT PHYSICALS NEED TO BE GOOD THROUGH THE END OF TEAM CAMP ON JULY 2ND (THEY CAN’T EXPIRE ON THE 2ND )

If you have any questions, please contact us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.

Registration Open Now for 2019 Summer Kids Camp

Youth Football Camp 2019

JULY 8th – 10th

6:00 – 8:00 pm

Kentlake High School football field

Kids entering Grades 2-8, fall of 2019

Join Kentlake High School coaches and players and have a blast learning football skills by competing in fundamental and game-based drills!

$60 per camper; $100 for 2 from same family – Includes camp t-shirt!

This is a no-pads, non-contact camp.  We will not be issuing gear.  Wear athletic shoes and clothing.

Click here for Printable Camp Flyer

Click here for online registration and secure payment

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Auburn Mountainview beats Kentlake

Kentlake traveled to Auburn this week to take on the Lions of Auburn Mountainview HS.  The Falcons brought in a 4-2 record, but a two game losing streak after losing senior QB/FS Hudson Potts to injury.  Freshman Payton Accetturo made his second start at quarterback for Kentlake.  Mountainview came in with a 1-5 record on the season.

The Lions received the opening kickoff but were forced to punt after a three and out.  Kentlake started their first possession on their own 20 yard line, and drove the length of the field with some tough running from senior RB Dashaun Leon. Accetturo completed four passes on four attempts on the drive, including a 10 yard touchdown pass to senior TE Carson Lucas.  Sophomore LB Blake Peterson intercepted a Lions pass on the following possession, setting the Falcons up with a short field at the AMV 23 yard line.  Senior kicker Tyler Hopp converted a 33 yard field goal, and the Falcons held the lead at the end of the first quarter, 10-0.

Mountainview drove to the Falcons 35 yard line to open the second quarter, but their 44 yard field goal attempt was blocked by junior DE X-Zavier Thomas.  The two teams traded possessions when the Lions came up with a big play, a 61 yard interception return for a touchdown to cut the Falcons lead to 10-7.  Kentlake got a good kickoff return from junior DB/KR Jalen Taylor and drove into the red zone, but a 39 yard field goal was missed just wide left.  The Lions last drive of the half was cut short by an interception by Kentlake junior WR/DB Sam Morasch near midfield.  The score at halftime was Kentlake 10, Auburn Mountainview 7.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff but was forced to punt after a three and out.  The Lions mounted a drive on their first possession, capped by a 39 yard field goal that tied the score at 10-10.  The teams exchanged punts when Kentlake dialed up a big play, a double pass from Accetturo to Leon, who launched it to Sam Morasch for a 65 yard touchdown.  Hopp’s PAT gave the Falcons a 17-10 lead at the end of the third quarter.

Mountainview caught a big break after being forced to punt, forcing a fumble on the return to allow them to retain possession.  The Lions completed that drive with a 26 yard touchdown pass and PAT that tied the score at 17-all with 9:11 remaining in the game.  The Lions forced a punt on the following series, and proceeded to put together a ten play, 55 yard drive culminating in a five yard touchdown run.  The PAT gave the Lions a 24-17 lead with 3:47 to play.  Kentlake mounted a 50 yard drive, again with a heavy dose of Dashaun Leon, down to the Lions 26 yard line with less than a minute remaining. On fourth down and seven from the 26, the Lions jumped a route for an interception and returned 74 yards for a touchdown to clinch the win for AMV.  Final score from Auburn Memorial Stadium was Mountainview 31, Kentlake 17.

The loss dropped Kentlake to 4-3 overall for the season, and 1-3 in the division.  Auburn Mountainview improved to 2-5 on the season, and 2-1 in division play.  Kentlake finishes their regular season next week with a non-division game against Thomas Jefferson (1-5).  AMV will travel to face Hazen (5-2, 3-0) next week.

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Hazen hands Kentlake a second straight loss

Our Falcons brought a 4-1 record into Homecoming Week, prepared to face the 3-2 Highlanders of Hazen HS.  Starting at quarterback this week for Kentlake was freshman Payton Accetturo, in relief of senior QB Hudson Potts who dislocated his shoulder the previous week versus Federal Way.

The first quarter started with an exchange of punts, but Hazen scored on their second possession, a 47 yard drive capped by a 3 yard touchdown pass.  Kentlake responded with a 50 yard drive of their own, bolstered by some tough running by senior RB Dashaun Leon, but the Falcons turned over on downs near the Hazen red zone.  The score at the end of the first period was Hazen 7, Kentlake 0.

On their first possession of the second quarter, the Highlanders drove 73 yards and punched in a one yard touchdown. Hazen put together another good drive on their next possession, but the Falcons defense held at their five yard line and the Highlanders 22 yard field goal attempt was destroyed by Jalen Taylor, who tackled the holder in mid-hold.  Kentlake struggled to move the ball in the first half, with a total of four muffed snaps hurting their ability to move the chains.  At halftime the score stood Hazen 14, Kentlake 0.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff and drove 75 yards down the field, capped by a 6 yard touchdown pass from Accetturo to Carson Lucas.  Accetturo was 5 for 6 for 40 yards on the drive, picking up four first downs.  Hazen quickly recaptured the momentum, returning the subsequent kickoff 40 yards into Kentlake territory.  The Highlanders took advantage of the short field, driving 40 yards capped by a 1 yard touchdown run.  At the end of the third quarter, Hazen held a 20-7 lead.

The Falcons struggled to put together another scoring threat, while the Highlanders were content to grind clock and exchange possessions.  Hazen did add a final score on a four yard touchdown run with 4:22 left in the fourth quarter.  The final score from French Field was Hazen 27, Kentlake 7.

The second straight loss dropped Kentlake to 4-2 overall, 0-2 in the NPSL Valley division. Kentlake will travel to take on Auburn Mountainview (1-5) this Thursday.  Hazen improved to 4-2 overall, and sits atop the Valley division with a 2-0 division record.  Hazen takes on Federal Way on Thursday for what is likely to be the Valley division championship.

Hudl Video Recap  http://www.hudl.com/video/2/5031/5bbbd6164decbb0d6cc1104a

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Federal Way hands Kentlake first loss

Junior WR Sam Morasch with a first quarter reception.

Kentlake brought their four game winning streak into French Field last Friday to take on the Eagles of Federal Way HS.

Federal Way received the opening kickoff and surprised the Falcons defense with a halfback pass for a 45 yard gain down to the Kentlake 5 yard line.  The Falcons held the line and Senior LB Carson Lucas ended the threat by picking off an Eagles pass.  On the Falcons first possession, quarterback Hudson Potts found junior WR Sam Morasch down the middle of the field for a 38 yard gain down to the Eagles 15 yard line.  The Eagles defense held and forced a turnover on downs at their own 10 yard line.  Sophomore LB Blake Peterson recovered an Eagles fumble on the drive, but Federal Way took it back on the next play, a tipped ball interception.  The Eagles took advantage of the turnover and drove 68 yards for their first touchdown.  First quarter ended with the score Federal Way 7, Kentlake 0.

Federal Way successfully converted an onside kick following their first score to retain possession, and then drove the short field to convert a 25 yard field goal.  The Eagles tried another onside kick, but senior RB Dashaun Leon grabbed the ball and advanced it to the Federal Way 30 yard line.  Kentlake couldn’t take advantage of the short field and was forced to punt.  Federal Way had all the momentum, and proceeded to march down the field on seven runs to score another touchdown.  On their next possession Kentlake attempted a halfback pass of their own, but it was intercepted.  The Falcons did get a big play on the next series when senior defensive back Jeremiah Woods picked off an Eagles pass and returned it 60 yards for a Kentlake touchdown.  Federal Way didn’t let the momentum swing affect them, driving 63 yards to score again right before halftime.  At halftime the score was Federal Way 22, Kentlake 7.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff and drove into Federal Way territory before a fumbled exchange turned over possession.  The Eagles promptly drove and kicked a 31 yard field goal to extend their lead.  Senior quarterback and free safety Hudson Potts was injured on the defensive possession (shoulder) and would not return to the game.  Freshman quarterback Payton Accetturo entered the game for Kentlake, leading the Falcons into Federal Way territory before throwing an interception.  Federal Way maintained control, driving 80 yards for another touchdown.  The third quarter ended with the score Federal Way 31, Kentlake 7.

Federal Way scored again in the fourth quarter to extend their lead to 37-7.  Junior Skyler McDaniel entered the game at quarterback for Kentlake, and found Dashaun Leon for a 50 yard catch and run for a Kentlake touchdown.  Final score from French Field was Federal Way 31, Kentlake 14.

With their first loss, Kentlake dropped to 4-1 overall on the season and 1-1 in division play. Federal Way improved to 3-2 overall and 1-1 in division play. Kentlake next hosts Hazen (3-2, 1-0) for their homecoming game on Friday.  Federal Way hosts Decatur (0-5) on Friday.

Video recap:  https://www.hudl.com/video/2/5031/5bb39e5664e03b11602b8b88

Tom Jones Photography:  https://www.tomjonesphotography.net/Sports/Football/Football-2018-19/Federal-Way-vs-Kentlake-9-29-18

 

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Kentlake beats Auburn for fourth straight win

Dashaun Leon rushed for 189 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Our Falcons traveled to Auburn to face the Trojans last Friday evening.  Kentlake brought in a 3-0 record, while Auburn was at 1-2 to start the season.

Auburn received the opening kickoff but was held to a three and out and forced to punt. Junior CB/KR Jalen Taylor returned the punt into Auburn territory, setting Kentlake up with a short field at the Trojans 36 yard line.  Senior quarterback Hudson Potts connected twice with sophomore WR Blake Peterson for first downs, setting up a two yard touchdown run by senior RB Dashaun Leon.  The Trojans responded on their next drive, marching 61 yards in 8 plays, capped by a 3 yard touchdown pass. Junior DE X-Zavier Thomas blocked the PAT attempt.  Kentlake drove 80 yards on their ensuing possession, highlighted by a 29 yard double pass from Potts to Leon to Peterson. Potts ran for a five yard TD, and PK Tyler Hopp added the PAT.  Auburn put together another good drive to end the quarter, pushing inside the Kentlake 10 yard line before attempting a 25 yard field goal, which was blocked by Kentlake sophomore DE Sean Hicks.  The score at the end of the first quarter, Kentlake 14, Auburn 6.

Kentlake opened the second quarter with a long drive starting at their own yard line, driving into Auburn territory to the 36 yard line before the Trojans intercepted a tipped Falcons pass.  Kentlake held the Trojans to another three and out, and started their next drive at their own five yard line.  The Falcons proceeded to grind out a long 95 yard drive with a steady dose of Dashaun Leon runs.  Potts scored on 2 yard wedge play to cap the drive.  With only 1:12 left in the half, Auburn made a big play with a halfback pass of their own, 40 yards to the Kentlake 21 yard line.  With time running out, Auburn’s 30 yard field goal attempt was again blocked by X-Zavier Thomas, his second blocked kick of the half and Kentlake’s third of the night.  The score at halftime was Kentlake 21, Auburn 6.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff and promptly drove 71 yard yards finished by a 13 yard TD run by Leon.  Auburn took their first possession of the second half into the Kentlake red zone, but the Falcons defense held on fourth down.  Two plays later, Potts broke a tackle and raced 69 yards to the Trojans two yard line, then punched it in himself on the next play.  Hopp’s PAT made the score 35-6, Falcons.  Kentlake forced another three and out on the next possession, and proceeded to drive 52 yards topped by an 18 yard touchdown run by junior RB Ivan Hall.  With 3:11 remaining in the third quarter, Kentlake’s lead was 42-6.  Junior S Owen Foster picked off an Auburn pass on the next possession, and junior QB Skyler McDaniel took over on offense for Kentlake.

Kentlake’s first drive of the fourth quarter stalled, and their first punt attempt was blocked by Auburn.  The Trojans took advantage of the short field and scored on a 1 yard TD plunge.  Auburn’s two point conversion attempt failed.  Strong-armed freshman QB Payton Accetturo entered the game for Kentlake, and led the Falcons on an 11 play, 53 yard drive that included a 17 yard pass to senior RB Nathaniel Madrid on fourth down, and a five yard touchdown pass to junior WR Ethan Whitehouse that was called back by a penalty.  Kentlake attempted a 25 yard field goal that was no good.  Auburn showed no quit, driving 80 yards for a touchdown and two point conversion on their final possession, but Kentlake was able to run out the clock to make the final score Kentlake 42, Auburn 20.

Hudson Potts passed for 102 yards on 8 of 16 passing attempts, and added 145 rushing yards on ten carries.  Dashaun Leon rushed for 189 yards on 23 carries, and average of 8.2 yards per carry.  Blake Peterson led the team in receiving with 57 yards on 3 receptions.  Kentlake improves to 4-0 overall, and 1-0 in the NPSL Valley Division.  The Falcons will host the Eagles of Federal Way (2-2, 0-1) at French Field on Saturday night.  Kentlake’s 4-0 start matches their 2016 season 4-0 start.  In 2011, Kentlake started 11-0 before losing in the state semifinals. Auburn drops to 1-3 overall and will face Hazen (2-2) on Friday.

Photo gallery by Michelle Rogers:  https://photos.app.goo.gl/TPueAhyLyAXgRa9i8

Kent Reporter: Kentlake subdues Auburn in division opener.

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Falcons Beat Rival Conks

Senior RB Dashaun Leon has been a workhorse for the Falcons. (Courtesy Tom Jones Photography)

Kentlake took on their cross-town rival Kentwood at French Field on Friday night. The Falcons came into the contest with a two game winning streak, while Kentwood was winless at 0-2.

Kentlake received the opening kickoff, starting their initial drive on their own 23 yard line. Senior QB Hudson Potts found junior WR Sam Morasch for a 29 yard catch and run to the Kentwood 12 yard line. Two plays later, senior RB Dashaun Leon broke a 7 yard run for a touchdown. On their opening possession, Kentwood was held to a three-and-out. Following the punt, Kentlake put together another long scoring drive, capped by a 12 yard TD pass from Potts to senior TE Carson Lucas. On their second possession, the Conks were held to another three-and-out and punted down to the Falcons 20 yard line. The first quarter ended with the score 14-0, Kentlake.

The Falcons started the second quarter the same as the first, driving 80 yards for a touchdown. Potts found sophomore WR Blake Peterson for an 18 yard gain on third down to extend the drive, and Potts finished it with a 1 yard run for touchdown. Kentwood picked up their first 1st down of the game at the 4:19 mark of the second quarter, putting together a good drive into the red zone, but the Falcons defense held on fourth down at their own ten yard line. Kentlake regained possession for the remainder of the half, entering the locker room with a 21-0 lead.

Kentwood received the second half kickoff but was held to their third three-and-out of the game. Kentlake was forced to punt for the first time on their first possession of the second half, but the Conks fifth personal foul penalty of the game backed them up to their own 10 yard line. Kentwood was forced to punt again, which Kentlake’s Jalen Taylor returned into Conks territory. Dashaun Leon picked up two first downs on two consecutive runs, and Potts finished with a 23 yard touchdown scamper. With four minutes remaining in the third quarter, Kentlake held a 28-0 lead.

Kentwood responded with a big play, popping a 37 yard touchdown down run. The extra point kick failed, making the score 28-6 Kentlake with 2:55 remaining in the third quarter. The Conks attempted an onside kick, but the ball went out of bounds.  Kentlake kept the ball on the ground, grinding clock to the end of the quarter.  The Falcons drove the ball to the Conks 30 yard line and turned over on downs.  Kentwood responded with a 65 yard drive, using up a lot of time on the game clock, ending with a turnover on downs at the Kentlake five yard line. The Conks took advantage of their final possession, scoring on a TD pass and a two point conversion.  With seconds remaining, their onside kick attempt failed and Kentlake assumed victory formation to run out the clock.  The final score: Kentlake 28, Kentwood 14.

With the victory, Kentlake improved to 3-0 on the season and were presented with the “Covington Crown” trophy from the City of Covington for the cross-town championship. With an earlier win over Kentridge this season, the Falcons also earned the Claude French trophy for the All-Kent championship. Kentlake moves on to division play this Thursday against Auburn HS (1-2). Kentwood falls to 0-3 for the first time in school history.  They will face Todd Beamer (2-1) this week.

Tom Jones Photography, game gallery:

https://www.tomjonesphotography.net/Sports/Football/Football-2018-19/Kentwood-vs-Kentlake-9-14-18

Video recap:

https://www.hudl.com/video/2/5031/5b9d9a270c539508588ad653

KING 5 High School Sports Blitz.  Kentlake featured at 5:10 and again at 23:40 in this video:

https://www.king5.com/article/sports/high-school/watch-king-5-high-school-sports-blitz/281-588844780

 

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Falcons outlast Bears for second win

Kentlake captains Ryan Roller, Tim Engstrom, X-Zavier Thomas, Carson Lucas, and Hudson Potts take the field

Kentlake traveled to Tahoma last Friday for their second game of the season.  Kentlake won their opening game last week against Kentridge, and Tahoma won their opener against Auburn, 17-14.

Jalen Taylor received the opening kickoff for the Falcons and sprinted 80 yards for a Kentlake touchdown.  Tyler Hopp added the point after touchdown and the Falcons took a 7-0 lead just 14 seconds into the game.  Kentlake held the Bears to a three and out, then stopped Tahoma’s Tim McGonegle on a fake punt attempt on fourth down.  Kentlake took the ball back on the Bears 36 yard line.  The Falcons earned a first down, pushing inside the Bears 25 yard line, but a mis-timed snap cost Kentlake nearly 20 yards and they were forced to punt.  Tahoma had a bad snap of their own on the following possession, forcing a punt.  With both teams intent on running the ball, the first quarter elapsed quickly with the score at the end of the period, Kentlake 7, Tahoma 3.

While the game started with the threat of showers, the second quarter brought an extended soaking rain.  Kentlake started their next possession on their own 15 yard line and drove the length of the field on the strength of couple of strong runs by senior RB Dashaun Leon.  The Falcons drove down to the Bears 20 yard line before Tahoma forced a fumble.  Tahoma took advantage of the turnover, driving inside the Kentlake five yard line.  The Falcons defense held on the goal line, forcing the Bears to kick a 28 yard field goal.  With 3:30 remaining in the half, the Bears successfully recovered the ensuing onside kick in Falcons territory.  Kentlake’s Hudson Potts grabbed the momentum back with an interception and 55 yard return to the Bears 15 yard line.  A 10 yard catch and run by Sam Morasch brought the ball down to the Bears five yard line, but the Tahoma defense made a goal line stand of their own.  Kentlake attempted a 20 yard FG but it was blocked by McGonegle.  Time expired in the half with the score Kentlake 7, Tahoma 3.

Tahoma received the second half kickoff and drove into Kentlake territory, but the drive was killed by a 10 yard loss on a sack by Kentlake defensive end X-Zavier Thomas.  A promising Kentlake drive fueled by an 18 yard catch and run from Hudson Potts to Carson Lucas, and an 18 yard run by Dashaun Leon, pushed into Bears territory but was killed by a Tahoma tipped ball interception.  The game was delayed on the ensuing possession following an injury to Tahoma QB Gabe Shouman, who was assisted from the field by medical personnel. (Update: Shouman was released from the hospital that night and is recovering at home from some numbness and soft tissue injury, but his prognosis is positive).  Following the injury delay, play resumed and time expired in the third quarter, Kentlake 7, Tahoma 3.

Kentlake again drove into the Tahoma red zone, led by another 20 yard run by Dashaun Leon, but the Bears defense again held on fourth down.  Tahoma regained possession with 3:47 remaining from their own 15 yard line down by only 4 points.  Sophomore defensive end Sean Hicks made an incredible defensive play where he hit Tahoma QB Shay Lowry, who escaped and retreated nearly 30 yards only to be tracked down and hit by Hicks again as he threw a floating pass that was nearly intercepted by Kentlake’s Jalen Taylor.  On the following play, X-Zavier Thomas made another huge defensive play with a sack and forced fumble to end the Tahoma threat.  With time expiring, Kentlake pushed into the end zone on a five yard QB wedge by Hudson Potts.  As the Falcons were setting up for the PAT, the officials conferenced and ruled the ball down inside the one yard line, and took the points off the scoreboard.  Kentlake lined up in victory formation and took a knee for the final play, winning with a final score of Kentlake 7, Tahoma 3.  Dashaun Leon led the Falcons with 133 yards on 21 carries.  Carson Lucas was the leading receiver for Kentlake with 2 catches for 24 yards.

Kentlake improves to 2-0 and will face rival Kentwood (0-2) at French Field this Friday.  Tahoma falls to 1-1 overall and will travel to Mt. Rainier (0-2) this week.

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Falcons top Chargers in Season Opener

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Hudson Potts gets free for the first of his two rushing touchdowns.

The Kentlake Falcons opened their 2018 season with a non-division contest against the Chargers of Kentridge High School at French Field last Friday night.

Kentlake kicked off to open the game and promptly forced a turnover on downs.  On the Falcons first offensive play, Senior QB Hudson Potts kept the ball around right end and scampered 35 yards to the end zone. Tyler Hopp added the PAT and Kentlake took an early 7-0 lead.  Following the subsequent kickoff, Junior DE X-Zavier Thomas forced a fumble which was recovered by Kentlake at the Kentridge 22 yard line.  The Chargers responded with a forced fumble of their own, followed quickly by a deep strike 78 yard TD pass from Natano Woods to Jeremy Banks to tie the game.  Kentlake responded by driving the length of the field, capped by a 31 yard TD run by Potts, his second rushing TD of the opening quarter.  Kentridge capped the first quarter scoring with a drive of their own, ending with Natano Woods scoring on a 1 yard TD plunge.  At the end of the first quarter, the score was tied up, Kentlake 14 – Kentridge 14.

The Falcons scored on their first drive of the second quarter, a 26 yard FG by Hopp.  Following the kickoff, the Kentlake defense held the Chargers to a three-and-out, forcing a Kentridge punt.  Dashaun Leon popped a 33 yard run into Charger territory.  The drive stalled, but Hopp converted a 40 yard FG to put the Falcons up 20 to 14.  Kentridge responded on their next drive, taking the lead on a 42 yard Woods TD pass.  Kentlake responded with a 67 yard scoring drive highlighted by a 31 yard catch from Junior WR Ethan Whitehouse, and a 16 yard TD strike from Potts to Senior TE Carson Lucas.  Kentridge continued to take deep shots down the field, but Hudson Potts picked one off, streaking 71 yards into the end zone.  The Chargers were determined to score before the half, and nearly did so on the last play of the second quarter.  Woods dumped a short pass off to Banks, who ran through traffic 37 yards, but Kentlake Junior CB Jalen Taylor fought off a block and drove Banks out at the one yard line to end the threat.  The score at halftime stood Kentlake 33, Kentridge 21.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff, and Jalen Taylor returned it into Kentridge territory.  Dashaun Leon got loose for a 35 yard run down to the Chargers five yard line, and junior RB Mateo Alcocer punched it in from there.  Kentridge responded with a big play from RB Jaron Gonzalez, breaking a tackle and springing 65 yards for a score.  On the Falcons next possession, Potts found junior WR Sam Morasch for a 55 yard catch and run down to the Chargers 3 yard line.  Leon punched it in from there to give Kentlake a 47-28 lead midway through the third quarter.  No quit from the Chargers as they responded with a 67 yard scoring drive capped by a 12 yard TD pass from Woods to Gonzalez.  The Falcons turned to the ground game, grinding out a 65 yard drive ending with a 9 yard TD pass from Potts to Morasch.  The score at the end of the third quarter stood Kentlake 53-35.

The Falcons defense stepped up in the fourth quarter, containing the explosive Charger attack.  X-Zavier Thomas and sophomore DE Sean Hicks provided great pressure on Woods, and the defensive front seven led by middle linebacker Carson Lucas held the line.  After three quarters of big play football, the fourth quarter passed without a point added to the total.  Final score from French Field was Kentlake 53, Kentridge 35.  Hudson Potts was involved in five touchdowns for Kentlake, two passing, two rushing, and the pick-six interception. Dashaun Leon added 95 yards rushing on 10 carries and one touchdown.  Sam Morasch was the leading receiver for the Falcons with five receptions for 88 yards and a touchdown.

Game One Video Recap

Kentlake (1-0) will travel to Tahoma (1-0) to face the Bears this Friday.  Tahoma defeated Auburn 17-14 in their opening game this week.  Kentridge (0-1) will travel for a non-league game at Nathan Hale (1-0).

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Game Day Program Advertisements!

Know any local businesses that might be interested in advertising in our game day program?  Please take a moment to forward them this information!

We want to ask for your support as Kentlake High School Football kicks off its 2018 Season by requesting you consider advertising in our annual football program. Our programs will be made available to hundreds of people in our community and will be sold at our home games to support our team. Also, we will announce the names of all of our advertising sponsors during halftime of every home game.

Ad purchases may be 100% tax-deductible, and funds raised will be used to help support Kentlake Football . Our Non-profit # is 27-4235869. A win win for both!

The programs will be a commemorative keepsake for players, parents, fans, and family members and an excellent resource for you to promote your business in our community. Many of our players, parents, fans, and family members purchase goods and services from area businesses throughout the
year.

Please review the Advertising Donation Form describing available advertising opportunities. You may complete the form and return it along with your payment and artwork. Also, please feel free to pass a copy along to others in the community who you believe would like to support our efforts. All ad commitment forms and artwork must be received by August 25th. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity, and for welcoming us into the community!

Kentlake Game Day Program Advertising

 

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Here’s your August 2018 Survival Guide!

Hey, Falcon Football Families!

Here’s all the program info you need to know to get you and your player through the end of August successfully. Parents AND players – please be proactive about taking advantage of all of the program information that is out there for you. Sign up now to receive our e-newsletters by going to http://www.kentlakefootball.com/ and entering your e-mail address in the box provided on the home page. You can also follow Kentlake Football Booster Club on Facebook and Twitter. Information on game changes, game themes, events and more will be shared – get plugged in.

August 10            Online Fall Football registration DUE!

*Don’t be the guy who isn’t eligible to play because he didn’t get his paperwork in! Get it done today:

https://www.familyid.com/programs/kentlake-2018-2019-fall-athletic-registration#register-form

August 15           Fall Camp Starts! (“2-a-days” lunch money due)

*Fall Camp is Wednesday August 15th through Saturday the 18th, 8am-6pm (4 days).

*Each day of Fall Camp counts as 1 practice, and players need practices to be eligible to play in games.

*We are asking all families to kindly contribute $20 for their son to partake in team lunches during Fall Camp. Please have your son give the money to EJ or Tim Engstrom at practice if you haven’t already paid. *Checks can be made out to “KLFBC”.

*If you need an online payment option, please go to our website here: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/ and click the yellow donate button on the home page. Make your donation of $21 to cover lunches, as well as the online processing fee. Type “Lunch Money” and your son’s name as the donation memo.

August 17          E-mail lists for HUDL fundraiser (bring to Fall Camp, Day 3)

*We are currently raising funds to support our players in the 2018 season.

*Each player needs to bring 10 e-mail addresses of family, friends, neighbors, or others who they think would consider supporting Kentlake Football. We send out one direct-ask e-mail fundraiser each year, requesting support for our team. If you prefer to send letters through the mail, or make phone calls to personally ask for donations, please let us know at KentlakeFootball@gmail.com, and we’ll give you the information you need. Our booster club is a 501c3, tax-exempt organization.

August 18            Team pictures during Fall Camp, Day 4

*Print off, fill out, and send payment with this order form with your player on Saturday. Optional.

http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/18-KL-Football-Order-Form.pdf

August 20-24   Regular Practice M-F, 2:00-6:00 p.m.*

*We’ll be done late (8:00) on Wednesday, when we have the team dinner and card blitz.

August 22 Card Blitz and Team Dinner (6-8pm, dinner provided by boosters)

*Coach Thompson is asking all players to participate in one more card blitz night. Bring a change of clothes and a good attitude. Let’s get this done, Falcons! With everyone participating, we can do it in no time. We’ll need drivers again. If you can drive, please contact Kari Roller at jakaroller@comcast.net.

*If you still haven’t turned in money or unsold cards from the first blitz… what’cha waiting for?

August 25         Parent Meeting, Pancake Breakfast, & Scrimmages, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

*This is our fall kick-off! The entire community is invited to come and celebrate the beginning of the 2018 Kentlake Football season! The parent meeting is mandatory for all Kentlake football families.

*The breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. We will be taking donations to help defray the cost of breakfast.

*Breakfast will be delicious, and Coach Thompson will give specific team information. The Booster Club will welcome families and share information on how you can get involved in creating a great team environment. All teams will scrimmage, and we’ll have lots of fun with raffles, games, and other entertainment. Watch our Kentlake Football Booster Club Facebook page to see announcements on items to be raffled off! Bring your wallet, so you can participate in all the fun!

We could also use some help that morning, setting up, flipping pancakes, serving, and cleaning up. Sign up here to help:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094eaca72ba02-season1

Pre-Game Team Meals

*ALL players on all teams participate in a pre-game meal each week before the varsity game, starting on August 31st. We ask ALL families to sign up to donate just 3 items throughout the season. Meals consist of pasta, salad, rolls, and fruit. Look for the list at the Pancake Breakfast on the 25th and get signed up early to have your pick of the 3 items you’ll donate.

First Games of the Season!

*The first Varsity game of the year will be a battle against Kentridge on Friday, August 31st at French Field at 7pm. All Kentlake fans are invited to come early, as we will kick off the first home game with a tailgate! Watch for more info to come soon!

*The first JV game of the season will be played away at Kentridge on Monday, September 3rd at 4pm.

*The first C team game will be fought on our home field at Kentlake on Monday, September 3rd at 4pm.

Booster Club Meetings

*We usually meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month, at 7pm in Room 1100 (right inside the front entrance at Kentlake). Please come join in the fun! The teams rely on parents to get involved and lend a helping hand for meals, fun team events, and much more. Many hands make light work, and we’d love to see every player represented. We especially need some incoming freshman families to get involved and keep the booster club going strong into the future.

We are looking forward to a great season ahead with the entire Falcon Family!

GO FALCONS!

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Register Now for 2019 Summer Team Camp ($100 Discount)!

Download the packet to understand all the paperwork and forms you need to fill out for Team Camp–it’s a lot!

Click to Download:  2019 Gervias Team Camp Paperwork — Combined

2019 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp

JUNE 28-JULY 1

Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA

Parents and guardians need to provide transportation. We will all meet in the Auxiliary Gym on Friday, June 28th at 7:00 am and leave together.  Lunch will not be provided that day, so please plan on packing a lunch.

Parents are encouraged to attend the final scrimmages on Monday, June 1st. Players need a minimum of seven Spring practices—three in helmets, four in full gear–prior to being eligible to compete against other teams at camp.

Camp Cost: $300 due June 10th

YOU HAVE EARNED A $50 DISCOUNT FOR VOLUNTEERING.  THE LINK BELOW WILL PROCESS A $250 ONLINE PAYMENT.

If you’d like to pay online, please use our secure payment option below.  Be sure to provide your player’s full name and click “Buy Now” to complete the payment process.


Player’s full name:



Alternatively, you may pay via check payable to “Kentlake Football Booster Club”.

Registration forms are due by June 10th and can be turned into Kari Roller at the following  times/locations:

  • Team BBQ on May 31st
  • After practice on June 3rd, June 7th and June 10th outside the locker room
  • Cedar Height MS on June 10th from 7‐8 pm
  • Email to jakaroller@comcast.net

ALL Registration Forms needed by June 10th after practice:

o Gridiron of Champions 2019 Team Camp Registration

o Medical Information Form

o Medical Administration Form

o Field Trip Behavior and Expectations

o Parent Guardian Authorization for Field Trip

o Student Private Transportation Form*

*THIS FORM IS NOT FOR STUDENTS DRIVING—STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DRIVE THEMSELVES OR OTHER STUDENTS TO CAMP. Please make arrangements to transport your own child or have your child ride with another parent/guardian to the camp. Either way, EVERY student needs to fill out the Student Private Transportation Form.

o Volunteer Driving Screening (if driving players other than your own)

WE WILL PRINT A COPY OF ALL PHYSICAL FORMS FROM FAMILY ID BUT PHYSICALS NEED TO BE GOOD THROUGH THE END OF TEAM CAMP ON JULY 2ND (THEY CAN’T EXPIRE ON THE 2ND )

If you have any questions, please contact us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.

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2019 Summer Team Camp Registration ($50 Discount)

Download the packet to understand all the paperwork and forms you need to fill out for Team Camp–it’s a lot!

Click to Download:  2019 Gervias Team Camp Paperwork — Combined

2019 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp

JUNE 28-JULY 1

Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA

Parents and guardians need to provide transportation. We will all meet in the Auxiliary Gym on Friday, June 28th at 7:00 am and leave together.  Lunch will not be provided that day, so please plan on packing a lunch.

Parents are encouraged to attend the final scrimmages on Monday, June 1st. Players need a minimum of seven Spring practices—three in helmets, four in full gear–prior to being eligible to compete against other teams at camp.

Camp Cost: $300 due June 10th

YOU HAVE EARNED A $50 DISCOUNT FOR VOLUNTEERING.  THE LINK BELOW WILL PROCESS A $250 ONLINE PAYMENT.

If you’d like to pay online, please use our secure payment option below.  Be sure to provide your player’s full name and click “Buy Now” to complete the payment process.

Player’s full name:


Alternatively, you may pay via check payable to “Kentlake Football Booster Club”.

Registration forms are due by June 10th and can be turned into Kari Roller at the following  times/locations:

  • Team BBQ on May 31st
  • After practice on June 3rd, June 7th and June 10th outside the locker room
  • Cedar Height MS on June 10th from 7‐8 pm
  • Email to jakaroller@comcast.net

ALL Registration Forms needed by June 10th after practice:

o Gridiron of Champions 2019 Team Camp Registration

o Medical Information Form

o Medical Administration Form

o Field Trip Behavior and Expectations

o Parent Guardian Authorization for Field Trip

o Student Private Transportation Form*

*THIS FORM IS NOT FOR STUDENTS DRIVING—STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DRIVE THEMSELVES OR OTHER STUDENTS TO CAMP. Please make arrangements to transport your own child or have your child ride with another parent/guardian to the camp. Either way, EVERY student needs to fill out the Student Private Transportation Form.

o Volunteer Driving Screening (if driving players other than your own)

WE WILL PRINT A COPY OF ALL PHYSICAL FORMS FROM FAMILY ID BUT PHYSICALS NEED TO BE GOOD THROUGH THE END OF TEAM CAMP ON JULY 2ND (THEY CAN’T EXPIRE ON THE 2ND )

If you have any questions, please contact us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.

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Kids Camp Registration Open!

Kentlake Football Youth Camp 2018

JUNE 25-27

6:00 – 8:00 pm

Kentlake High School football field

Kids entering Grades 2-8, fall of 2018

Join with Kentlake High School coaches and players as you have a blast learning football skills by competing in fundamental and game-based drills!

We’re providing a complementary family barbeque dinner prior to camp on Monday, June 25th, with a welcome address from Kentlake Head Coach Brett Thompson.

$45 per camper; $70 for 2 from same family – Includes camp t-shirt!

This is a no-pads, non-contact camp.  We will not be issuing gear.

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2018 Player Pack Store Closes Sunday March 11th

The Kentlake Player Pack is now available to order online!  The store deadline is Sunday, March 11th.

The first three items (shorts, girdle, and practice jersey) are required for all players for spring football and summer team camp, unless the player already has those items.  All additional items are optional.

https://khsfootball18.itemorder.com

Flyer:  Kentlake Player Pack 2018

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Parent Meeting and 2018 Spring/Summer Calendars

Please join us tomorrow night, February 27th, at 7:00 pm in the Kentlake Commons for the spring Football Parent Meeting!

At the meeting you will hear from Coach Thompson and receive important information regarding the spring and summer schedule including trainings, 7 on 7 sessions, Spring Football, and Summer Team Camp.  It’s going to be a great year of Kentlake Falcon Football!

If you know any incoming freshman families that may not be receiving these messages, please forward to them!  See you tomorrow evening!

Thank you, and GO FALCONS!

Agenda:  Falcon FOOTBALL Parent meeting 2018

Printable June 2018 Calendar
Printable July 2018 Calendar
Printable August 2018 Calendar

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7 on 7 Sessions Scheduled

Kentlake will be again be participating in a 7 on 7 league this spring along with Tahoma, Enumclaw and Kentwood.

Incoming sophomore through senior players encouraged to participate.  Quarterbacks, receivers, running backs, linebackers, and defensive backs.

All sessions from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  Arrive 30 minutes early to stretch and warm-up.

March 4th @ Tahoma
March 25th @ Tahoma
April 22nd @ Enumclaw
April 29th @ Enumclaw
May 20th @ Tahoma

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Mortenson uses his arm to cool Kennedy Catholic’s big rally

Kentlake’s Brandon Mortenson uses his arm to cool Kennedy Catholic’s big rally
Originally published September 29, 2017 at 11:25 pm Updated September 29, 2017 at 11:29 pm

By Matt Massey
Special to The Seattle Times

https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/high-school/kentlakes-brandon-mortenson-uses-his-arm-to-cool-kennedy-catholics-big-rally/

The Lancers rallied in the second half to get within a touchdown, but the Falcons put the game away with a late drive, winning 42-28.

Brandon Mortenson picked a great time to show off his improved quarterbacking skills for the Kentlake football team.

Not only did he pile up 318 all-purpose yards and figure in five touchdowns, he showed his moxie when things got tight.

Mortenson, a senior, led the Falcons on a late, game-clinching drive, capped by a 19-yard TD run by Marques Fualaau with 1:29 to play. His team passed its first big test in a 42-28 triumph over high-scoring Kennedy Catholic on Friday night in an NPSL Cascade Division game at French Field.

Mortenson knew his team needed a response after the Lancers (3-2, 1-2 NPSL) rallied from down 21 points in the second half to get within 35-28 with 3:44 left in the game. That came when freshman quarterback Sam Huard lobbed an 8-yard touchdown pass to Junior Alexander in the left corner of the end zone.

“We were playing really good, but when it came down to crunch time and (Kennedy) was within seven, we told everyone to stay calm,” said Mortenson, who ran for three scores and passed for two more in addition to going 22 of 43 for 276 yards. “We said we have three minutes left, and if we get two first downs we close out the game.”

Junior receiver Jeremiah Woods caught five of Mortenson’s passes for 92 yards and two TDs.

“We’ve got so much respect for Kennedy; they never gave up,” Kentlake coach Brett Thompson said. “I’m proud of our guys for grinding it out and finding a way to finish that game. That was hard-fought.”

It looked like Kentlake (4-1, 3-0) might blow away the Lancers, but the Falcons could never get separation.

The lead swelled back to 21 points at 35-14 when Mortenson scored on his third 1-yard keeper of the game with 27 seconds left in the third quarter.

Kendell Oakes got Kennedy back to 35-21 at the 10:53 mark of the fourth quarter, jetting for a 36-yard touchdown run.

“Kennedy’s so explosive and they’ve got so many weapons,” said Thompson, whose team outgained the Lancers 463 yards to 458. “And with number 39 (Oakes) running that ball, he’s tough to bring down.”

The Falcons started the second half the way they ended the first, taking a 28-7 lead on a 27-yard pass from Mortenson to Carson Lucas just 4:45 into the second half.

Huard, the son of former Husky and NFL quarterback Damon Huard, finished 18 of 34 for 204 yards passing with two TDs.

Kennedy rode the legs of Oakes to pull within 28-14 with 5:08 showing in the third. Oakes had 73 yards rushing on the Lancers’ 80-yard drive. Oakes finished the game with 194 yards and two TDs on 17 carries.

“I feel like (Kennedy) does a lot of press [coverage], so we did a lot of slants and posts and then hit them with the streak,” Woods said. “Get them with one move, and hit on the streak. That’s how we got the deep ball. Mort brought it all today, and today was one of his better games. He threw a lot of deep balls and got a lot of completions.”

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Falcons top Royals for third win of the season

Coach Thompson begs to differ with an official. [Tom Jones Photography]

Kent-Meridian received the opening kick and drove 70 yards, but a 39 yard field goal attempt was no good.  Kentlake responded with a 70 yard drive of their own, chewing up most of the first quarter, but turned over on downs at the K-M 10 yard line.  The Falcons were able to capitalize on the field position, scoring a safety on a tackle in the end-zone by Jeremiah Woods.

Kentlake opened the second quarter after receiving the free kick, driving 55 yards capped by a 7 yard TD run by Marques Fualaau on a tricky “Statue of Liberty” handoff.  Kentlake scored on their next drive, 60 yards finished by a 5 yard TD pass from Brandon Mortenson to Carson Lucas.  Following a Royals punt, Kentlake scored again on a double pass, Mortenson to Fualaau to a wide open Michael Alar.  The PAT by Tyler Hopp put the Falcons up 23-0 with 4:00 minutes left in the half.  Kent-Meridian responded with a big play of their own, a 63 yard TD pass, which made the score 23-7 at halftime.

Kentlake received the second half kickoff, but Kent-Meridian struck first with a 30 yard fumble return for a TD.  The Falcons scored next, following a nice 35 yard catch and run from Mortenson to Jaryn Mackey.  Tony Heimann II punched in the TD from six yards out.  The Royals missed a 28 yard field goal, but scored on their next possession on a 14 yard TD pass.  After three quarters, the score was Kentlake 30, K-M 21.

The Royals had a chance to score early in the fourth quarter but sophomore free safety Mason Homolka intercepted in the end zone and returned to the Kentlake 20 yard line.  Brandon Mortenson popped a big run, 30 yards on a keeper to inside the Royals 5 yard line.  Alex Lopez punched it into the end zone to give the Falcons a two score lead.

With time becoming a factor, Kent-Meridian again drove into Kentlake territory, but Mason Homolka snagged another interception to seal the win for the Falcons.  Final score from French Field was Kentlake 34, Kent-Meridian 21.

With the win, Kentlake improves to 2-0 in conference play, 3-1 overall.  Next up for the Falcons is a big game with Kennedy Catholic (1-1, 3-1) at 7:00 pm Friday at French Field.

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Falcons top Kentridge to improve to 2-1

BY MARK KLASS, TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE

Swamped at Enumclaw’s Pete’s Pool the previous week, Kentlake regained its stroke and overcame mistake-prone Kentridge 38-20 in a North Puget Sound League Cascade Division opener for both football teams Friday night at French Field.

Must win?

Just ask Falcons quarterback Brandon Mortenson.

“It’s a huge win coming off a loss last week (49-17 to Enumclaw),” said the senior quarterback, who threw two touchdowns in the victory over the much-improved Chargers. “We really needed it for our confidence. We came back and stepped up. Great game.”

Kentake improved to 2-1 on the young season.

The game was in doubt until Kentridge, trailing 24-20 early in the fourth down, coughed the ball up on a kickoff return, setting up Kentlake’s fourth touchdown of the game, Tony Heimann II’s 2-yard run.

Kentride again fumbled the ensuing kickoff return, but its defense stood firm as Solomon Hines returned an interception 83 yards the other way for a score. But the Chargers were called for a sideline infraction – coaches found on the field and in the path of the officials trailing on the play – and the TD, which would have closed the gap, was nullified.

Having to start anew from deep in its own side of the field, Kentridge was forced to punt. Kentlake blocked it, with X-zavier Thomas returning the ball 10 yards for the clinching TD.

Too many penalties, too many mistakes cost the Chargers (0-1, 1-2), who ended the game with its share of injuries.

“I’m proud of the guys. They really battled the whole time. … We had chances in this game,” said Kentridge’s first-year coach Brett Ogata. “Football is such a big-play game. We had some untimely turnovers and penalties that really changed the tide of the game. Can’t take anything away from Kentlake. They beat us.

“We have to learn from this, move forward, and we will,” he said. “This is a team that’s growing. … We got a lot better tonight. It’s a process.”

The loss foiled the performances of Kentridge’s main weapons – the speedy Hines and 6-foot-5 junior quarterback Natano Woods.

Hines grabbed a 62-yard TD pass from Woods, outracing the Kentlake secondary to give the Chargers’ a 20-17 halftime lead. Hines also had two interceptions on the night.

Woods threw scoring strikes to wide-out Ben Victoria (47 yards) and tight end Matthew Paino (24 yards) in the first half.

Mortenson found Jalen Taylor on a 9-yard TD pass in the first quarter and hit Jeremiah Woods for 56 yards and another score in the second.

Carson Lucas’ 4-yard TD run put Kentlake ahead to stay at 24-20 with 10:55 left in the game.

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Enumclaw defeats Falcons for first loss of season

The Enumclaw Hornets (2-0) scored four times in the fourth-quarter to tally a big 49-17 win over Kentlake (1-1) last Friday at Pete’s Pool Stadium in Enumclaw.

The Hornets scored on their first possession of the game capping an 80 yard drive.  Kentlake fumbled on their opening drive, setting up a short field and allowing Enumclaw to score and quickly go up 14-0 in the first quarter.  Kentlake responded at the end of the first quarter with an 85 yard drive, capped by a 53 yard touchdown pass from Brandon Mortenson to Jeremiah Woods.  Hudson Potts sparked a defensive rally in the second quarter with an interception and 30 yard return, setting up an 11 yard touchdown pass from Potts to Jeremiah Woods.  With seconds left in the half, Hudson Potts broke free on a 70 yard run into the endzone, but the play was called back on a penalty.  The teams went into halftime tied at 14-14.

Enumclaw broke the tie in the third quarter, going up 21-14.  Kentlake responded with a 29 yard field goal from Tyler Hopp, making the score 21-17 to begin the final quarter.  The Hornets scored to open the fourth quarter and rode a wave of momentum to score three more times in the half.

Kentlake will open division play next Friday versus Kentridge at 7:00 pm at French Field.

 

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Falcons rally to knock off Lions for an opening week victory

Kentlake 21, Auburn Mountainview 20: It was a wild finish between the Falcons and Lions as a late touchdown pushed Kentlake ahead with less than two minutes left in the game.

Entering the fourth quarter down 17-7, Brandon Mortenson escaped the Lions defense on a broken play where he found Alex Lopez for a 25 yard pass to set it up at the two yard line.

Tony Heimann punched it in and the Falcons made it a one score game. The defense then stood up as they held the Lions to only a field goal on the ensuing drive, leaving three minutes on the clock.

Mortenson again found his receiver, this time in Jeremiah Woods, for the 68 yard pitch-and-catch that would ultimately give the Falcons the lead with a minute and a half left. After back to back sacks on third and fourth down, the Falcons ran out the clock.

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2017 Kentlake Falcon Football Handbook Posted

Head Coach Brett Thompson has released the 2017 version of the Kentlake Football Handbook:  Program Philosophies and Expectations.

Kentlake Football Program Handbook 2017

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Falcon Flyer Ridealong Raffle

Kentlake may be the only high school in the country that has it’s own pre-game flyovers!  Dave and Tamera Nason own the “Falcon Flyer”, which they regularly fly over French Field before kickoff of home games.  We’re excited to offer the opportunity to ride along with them for a pre-game flight this season!

You’ll depart from Crest Airpark in Covington, fly over French Field during warm-ups, take a quick tour of the Kent and Auburn area from the sky, and then back to French Field for another flyover right after the National Anthem!

The Falcon Flyer is a two seat aircraft, so including the pilot only one person can win this unique experience.  $20 per entry, or three entries for $50.  Please provide your phone number so we can contact you if you win!  The Nasons will contact you to arrange the details!


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August Survival Guide

Here’s all the info you need to know to get you and your player through the rest of August successfully. Get connected and stay up to date with what’s going on in the program!

Communication and Information

  • Parents – Please be proactive about getting all of the program information that is out there for you. You must sign up to receive our e-newsletters by going to http://www.kentlakefootball.com/ and entering your e-mail address in the box provided on the home page. Email the booster club (not the coaches) at kentlakefootball@gmail.com. You can also follow Kentlake Football Booster Club on Facebook and Twitter.
  • Players – You should be on “Hudl”, getting messages directly from the coaches.

August 14 – Online Fall Football registration NOW PAST DUE!

  • Don’t be the guy who isn’t eligible to play because he didn’t get his paperwork in! Get it done today. Register here: https://www.familyid.com/programs/kentlake-2017-2018-fall-athletic-registration
  • We were recently informed that the athletics office will not be open until 8/30. An updated eligibility list was sent to your player on Hudl. If you have questions about your player’s eligibility, go into the KL main office. They are open daily from 10am-12pm, and 1pm-3pm.

August 14 – Fall Camp (“2-a-days”) lunch money due

  • We are asking all families to contribute $25 for their son to partake in team lunches during Fall Camp. Please send in a check to the first day of Fall Camp, made to “KLFBC”, or use the payment system link: https://kentlakefootball.com/purchase-fall-camp-lunches/
  • If your player has special dietary needs or allergies, have them bring their own lunch daily, as we will plan meals for the masses. Thank you for understanding.

August 16 – Fall Camp (“2-a-days”) starts

  • Fall Camp is 5 days: Wed. August 16th through Sat. the 19th, and Monday the 21st8am-6pm, all day.  Daily schedule here: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Fall-Camp-Schedule-2017-Posted.pdf
  • Fall Camp counts as practices, which players need to be league-eligible to play in the first games.
  • PRO TIP: Bring snacks daily, and bring a camp chair or blanket, so you can relax during down time. Note that the booster club is providing eclipse glasses for all players on 8/21.

August 16 – E-mail lists for HUDL fundraiser due (bring to Fall Camp)

  • This is our one direct-ask fundraiser of the year (nothing to sell) and using Hudl means 97% of the money goes directly to our organization (as opposed to some other online giving companies who take a big cut!). We are currently raising money to pay off the last of the new uniforms purchased for this year. This fundraiser will also help pay for our normal operating costs for the season.
  • Each player needs to bring this list, filled out, when they report to Fall Camp on Wednesday: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/HUDL-launch-email-list.pdf.  We will send out a direct-ask e-mail to those on the list, requesting monetary donations. We will also have printed letters available for those who think a grandparent or someone else might prefer to receive the ask that way. All donations are tax deductible, as KL Football Booster Club is a 501(c)3 group. Hudl will email a tax receipt to all who donate online. Go Falcons!

August 19 – Team pictures during Fall Camp

August 22-30 – Regular practices. 3-6 pm. M-F.

August 22 – Team Discount card blitz (after practice).

  • On Tuesday, August 22ndwe won’t be done until 8 pm, since players will be participating in a second discount card sales blitz. We still have over 100 cards to sell.
  • Parents, if you haven’t purchased a discount card yet, and you want one, email kentlakefootball@gmail.com asap!
  • We’re especially relying on the players who didn’t participate in the June blitz to participate on the 22nd. Bring a change of clothes. Food will be provided for all players who stay.
  • If players are again unable to participate on the 22nd, they are expected to “buy out” for $100 online here: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/discount-card-blitz/
  • If you have questions about whether or not your player already participated, email us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com

August 26 – Mandatory Parent Meeting, Breakfast, and Team Scrimmages

  • 9am-1pm. All teams and their families. This is our big jamboree day, when we come together as a community and get pumped for the upcoming season, so invite your friends and neighbors! Enjoy breakfast, make connections with the booster club, meet other KL football families, hear from Coach Thompson about how the program is run, purchase some spirit wear, have fun playing some lawn games, hear the amazing KL pep band, watch some football, cheer on the players, and enjoy the day! BRING YOUR WALLET, because we’re going to have some AWESOME raffles throughout the day, including a “sideline pass” to watch one game right alongside the coaches and players!
  • The breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Cost for breakfast is only $20/family of five, if you prepay by August 25th, or $5 per person at the door. Pre-pay link: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/team-scrimmage-and-family-pancake-breakfast/
  • Sign up to help make it a good day! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094eaca72ba02-pancake

August 31 – School Starts! 7:40am-2:20pm (new district schedule)

  • Players will have 10 minutes to get out to the field for practice, which starts at 2:30.
  • Watch for more info coming on practice times, but it will most likely run until 4:30 or 5:00pm.

September 1 – Friday Night Lights! First varsity game at 7pm at French Field!

Booster Club Meetings

We usually meet every month at KL, starting in September. Please come join in! The teams rely on parents to get involved and lend a helping hand for meals, special events, and much more. Many hands make light work, and we’d love to see every player represented. We especially need some incoming freshman families to get involved, and keep the booster club going into the future!

Program Advertising

Know any local businesses who might like to advertise in our game-day program?  Please forward them this information!  http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/KL-Program-Ads.pdf

We are looking forward to a great season ahead with the entire Falcon Family!  Thank you, and GO FALCONS!

Kentlake Falcons Football Booster Club

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Team Scrimmage and Family Pancake Breakfast

Saturday, August 26th is our annual all-team scrimmage/jamboree and family pancake breakfast! Such a fun day! Starting around 9am, and lasting until about 1pm, this day includes a family pancake breakfast, Coach Thompson’s fall welcome and all parent meeting, team scrimmages in jerseys (with families cheering them on), fun raffles, spirit wear clearance sales, learning about opportunities to get involved, sign ups to help with pre-game meals, lots of fun getting to know each other, and some lawn games (weather permitting)! Come on out and enjoy the Falcon Family experience! Cost for pancake breakfast is $5 per person. Invite the whole family, and pay online by August 25th. Only $20 for a whole family of 5!


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Discount Card Blitz

On Wednesday night, August 22nd, we will be running another discount card sales blitz.  Any players who didn’t participate in the June Blitz are expected to participate, and any others who choose to participate again are welcome to. Please bring a change of clothes. Dinner will be provided for players who stay.

If players are again unable to participate on the 22nd, they are expected to “buy out” for $100 online here, and 5 discount cards will be delivered to you, to sell at your leisure:


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Purchase Fall Camp Lunches

The booster club is providing lunch for all players during Fall Camp (August 16,17,18,19 and 21). Please send a check for $25 with your son to one of the last two conditioning sessions on Wednesday or Friday and give to Tim Engstrom or Mateo Alcocer.

If you prefer, you can contribute online by using the secure Paypal payment link below:


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Register NOW for Fall Sports on FamilyID.com

Register now for Fall Sports via Family ID here familyid.com/programs/kentlake-2017-2018-fall-athletic-registration

Just because you registered for Summer Sports last May or June that does NOT mean you are cleared for the Fall. The deadline is August 14th, but DO NOT DELAY as it take our Athletics Department multiple days to process your physicals.

First Day of 2-a-days is August 16th.

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ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?!?

Please see the following message from Head Coach Brett Thompson:

http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/ARE-YOU-READY-FOR-SOME-FOOTBALL.pdf

June Calendar Detail

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Register for Gridiron Team Camp by June 9th!

We will be participating in the Steve Gervais Gridiron of Champions team camp at Evergreen State University from June 23rd to 26th.  You MUST REGISTER by June 9th to participate!  Download or print all the forms and information below.

Physicals for Fall Camp need to be dated after June 1st. Current physicals for incoming Freshmen will be good for Spring Practices, but your physical is from prior to June 27th, 2015 you will need a new one for Team Camp. Most Freshmen should use their current physical for Spring Practices and wait until after June 1st to get a new physical.

Incoming Freshmen parents/guardians will need to arrange for transportation for their children immediately after school ends (3:01) at Cedar Heights or Mattson. They can go straight from the middle school to Evergreen State College and do not need to get out of school early on Friday the 23rd to carpool from the Kentlake HS parking lot.

Gridiron Team Camp 2017 Paperwork

Please print and return all registration paperwork with payment by June 9th. Registrations will be accepted after practice on Thursday and Friday.

You may choose to pay online using the secure payment button below, but you will still need to print, sign, and return all paperwork with a copy of your online payment receipt. Please add a note on the payment indicating your player’s full name.

 

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Registration Open for Kentlake Youth Football Camp!

Kentlake Football is hosting a non-contact youth football camp this summer, from Wednesday, June 28rd to Friday, June 30th.  Kids entering grades 3-8 in the fall are invited to join us!  Camp sessions will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each day on the Kentlake turf field.

Learn from Kentlake coaches and players what it means to be a Falcon!  Falcons Head Coach Brett Thompson says “We want our campers to walk away feeling excited about playing football and excited about playing for Kentlake“.

View and print the flyer and registration form here.  If you haven’t pre-registered, please bring the completed form and payment to the first day of camp.  On-site registration will be available starting at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, June 23rd.

$45 for one camper, $75 for two campers from the same family!

You can also register and pay online at  http://www.kentlakefootball.com/registration.

Come join us!

 

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Player Pack Gear Store Open Now

The online order for player gear is available now, through the order deadline of April 9th.

https://khsf2017.itemorder.com/sale

All players are required to have or purchase a practice jersey, black shorts, and an integrated girdle.

All other items are optional.  Any cleats or gloves must be black, white, or combination thereof.

 

Pre-Season Meeting Dates Announced

There will be a meeting for all players interested in turning out for football on Thursday morning, March 2nd from 7:15 to 7:30 am in Cascade Hall.

There will be a parent meeting on Tuesday, March 7th, from 7:00 to 7:45 pm in Kentlake’s Cascade Hall. Join us to get all the information you need about spring football, summer camp and everything leading up to the 2017 season!

Dates have also been posted to the calendar for 7 on 7 competitions beginning in March, as well as team camp scheduled for June 23-26.

Our website calendar (http://www.kentlakefootball.com/events/calendar/) will be the official team calendar for this season, so please bookmark and refer to the website for the most current version of all scheduled events.

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Kentlake announces NFF Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Nominees

Kentlake Head Coach Brett Thompson selected Trask Rogers and Brandon Kelley as nominees from Kentlake High School for this year’s annual National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete Scholarship. Coach Thompson joined Trask and Brandon and their families at an awards banquet in the Delta360 club lounge at CenturyLink Field on Sunday, February 26th.  Congratulations to Trask and Brandon for setting high standards on the field and in the classroom!

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Memorial Service for Daniel San Nicholas

As many of you know, one of our players has suffered a terrible loss.  David San Nicholas (affectionately known to the players as “DSN”) lost his father to illness last week.  We are rallying folks around his family, and we’d like to bless them.  We are going to provide the food for the memorial service’s reception, so below is a signup for that.  David’s mom has also extended an invitation for the team and parents to be at the funeral and reception.  Please consider showing your support to David and his mother Mary Ann and their family, as only Falcon families can do!
Thursday, January 19
*Funeral mass*: 10:30 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kent
*Reception hall*:  12:00 at Crone’s Place, 23806 190th Ave SE, Kent 98042.
*Burial*: 2:00 at Tahoma National Cemetery
Let’s get this signup filled up to bless the family.  If need be, I can get food from you on Wednesday night (email or text the number below), or if you’re able, please drop it off at the reception hall (above) either between 10:00-10:15 on Thursday morning, or bring it with you at noon to the reception yourself.
Thank you for all of your support!
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Congratulations to our 12 All-NPSL Cascade Division Honorees!

Congratulations to our Falcons who received recognition at the NPSL Cascade Division coaches meeting last night!  Great athletes, great teammates, and great people!

Brandon Kelley—1st Team Offensive Line, 1st Team Defensive Line, Defensive Linemen of the Year, All State Game Nominee

Eddie Edwards IV—1st Team Running Back, 2nd Team Defensive Back, Special Teams Player of the Year, All State Game Nominee

Trask Rogers—1st Team Linebacker, Honorable Mention Wide Receiver

Eduard Mixich—1st Team Offensive Line

Tyler Padilla—2nd Team Kicker, Honorable Mention Punter

Marques Fuala’au—2nd Team Linebacker

Hudson Potts—2nd Team Defensive Back

Tony Heimann II—Honorable Mention Running Back

Mitchell Lockhart—Honorable Mention Wide Receiver

Kristian McFarland—Honorable Mention Offensive Line

David San Nicholas—Honorable Mention Offensive Line

Micah Vaifale—Honorable Mention Linebacker

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News Tribune: Falcons’ defense could make it ‘King of Kent’

BY TJ COTTERILL
tcotterill@thenewstribune.com

Kentlake limited Mount Rainier to 116 yards of total offense and out-rushed the Rams 327-49 on its way to the 28-0 victory on Friday at French Field to set up what could decide the 4A NPSL Cascade division title against Kentwood next week.

The Kentlake High School football team won’t be sneaking into the playoffs like it did last year.

Not with how loud this defense has played.

The Falcons held Mount Rainier to 116 yards of total offense and got a safety sack, too, on its way to a 28-0 shutout victory Saturday at French Field.

The win sets up a potential 4A North Puget Sound League Cascade division title game between Kentlake and Kentwood next week.

Kentlake (7-1, 5-1 4A NPSL Cascade) would clinch the division title with a win over Kentwood (6-2, 6-0) for the second time in two years, and if Kennedy Catholic (7-1, 5-1) loses to Mount Rainier (6-2, 4-2) next week.

“Kentlake — we’ve always been the underdog,” said Kentlake running back and safety Eddie Edwards IV. “But we want to be the King of Kent.”

Kentlake outrushed Mount Rainier, 327-49, on Saturday. The Falcons entered with the No. 1 defense in the 4A NPSL.

“Every single week we got to come out here and defend that,” said Kentlake defensive lineman Brandon Kelley of the Falcons’ top-ranked defense. “Every other team knows we’re No. 1, we know we’re No. 1 — we got to rep that out here.

“We just fly to the ball and get there — no matter where it is on the field.”

Tony Heimann II led the Falcons with 17 carries for 66 yards as one of five running backs with at least 40 rushing yards.

But Kentlake didn’t make those yards look easy. Eight times it charged inside the Mount Rainier 30, turning it over on downs three times (at the 12, the 26 and 4) and twice throwing interceptions (at the 14 and 19).

But it finally broke through with a pair of 1-yard scores in the second half from Brandon Mortenson and Micah Vaifale and a 4-yard score from Marques Fuala’au, even when it seemed Mount Rainier had built a stone wall at the 1.

“We still left points on the board, for sure,” Kentlake coach Brett Thompson said. “But it’s great having a defense that can continue to get us the football.”

In Thompson’s second year at Kentlake, he’s already secured its second consecutive 4A district playoff berth. Instead of a late win over Kentwood last year to sneak into the postseason, now he has a chance to beat Kentwood for a division title.

“It’s all about the kids,” Thompson said. “We got great guys. They work hard in the offseason and they believe. They do what we ask and they play with great emotion and they play as a family. It makes it fun.”

Especially with a defense like this.

“We’re always trying to pitch a shutout, and we got it done,” Thompson said. “Great team effort today.”

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MOUNT RAINIER 0 0 0 0 0
KENTLAKE 6 6 2 14 28

SCORING SUMMARY

KL – Brandon Mortenson 26 run (kick failed)

KL – Mortenson 1 run (run failed)

KL – Jacob Mancia, Brandon Kelley sack in end zone

KL – Marques Fuala’au 4 run (Tyler Padilla kick)

KL – Micah Vaifale 1 run (Padilla kick)

RUSHING – Mount Rainier: Clark Huakau 12-28; JJ Young 9-20. Kentlake: Tony Heimann II 17-66; Micah Vaifale 8-58; Brandon Mortenson 12-57; Marques Fuala’au 8-46; Eddie Edwards IV 9-44.

PASSING – Mount Rainier: JJ Young 6-16-1-67. Kentlake: Brandon Mortenson 9-17-2-86.

RECEIVING – Mount Rainier: Terrell Grier 3-51; Alex Tanev 1-14. Kentlake: Eddie Edwards 5-57; Trask Rogers 1-11.

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Falcons defense shuts down Hazen

Our Falcons survived a wet and windy night at Renton Memorial Stadium, holding off the Highlanders of Hazen High School by a score of 7-2. Kentlake improves to 6-1 on the season. With the victory, the Falcons ensure a playoff spot for the second consecutive season under head coach Brett Thompson.

Kentlake’s defense continued an impressive season, holding the Hazen offense scoreless. Brandon Kelley sacked Hazen quarterback Julian Santos on the Highlanders opening possession of the game, forcing Hazen to punt. The Falcons struck quickly, driving the length of the field and scoring on a 14 yard pass from Justin Peterson to Brian Dye. Hazen wasn’t able to sustain a ground game against the league leading Falcons rush defense. Santos took a couple of deep shots downfield, which were well defended by Dashaun Leon and Hudson Potts. The first quarter ended with the Falcons leading 7-0.

The wind and rain started to pick up in the second quarter, and both offenses struggled to sustain drives. Hazen’s sole scoring play came on a Kentlake punt from the Falcons 46 yard line that sailed over the head of punter Tyler Padilla into the end zone. Padilla wisely kicked the loose ball through the end zone for a safety. Trask Rogers, Marques Fuala’au, Micah Viafale, and Jacob Garcia all recorded sacks in the second quarter. The score at halftime stood at 7-2, Kentlake.

The Falcons controlled field position for the majority of the second half, but were unable to convert on several trips into the red zone. In the third quarter Kentlake attempted a 47 yard field goal. Tyler Padilla’s kick was plenty strong, but just missed to the right. Kentlake senior Eddie Edwards made an impact after halftime, popping a 36 yard run, intercepting a pass, and converting a 4th down and 13 with a 20 yard rush. Following that first down, Micah Viafale scored on a 7 yard rush, but the play was called back on a holding penalty. Kentlake failed to convert a 36 yard field goal.

Tony Heimann ended another Hazen drive with an interception, and the Falcons again drove as deep as the Highlanders 16 yard line. Following another holding penalty, Kentlake turned it over on downs giving Hazen a final opportunity from their own 23 yard line, down five points with 2:30 remaining in the game. The Falcons defense held the Highlanders on four consecutive plays, and Kentlake was able to kneel at the Hazen 10 yard line to run out the clock.

The Falcons will next face the Rams of Mt. Rainier High School, who hold an identical 6-1 win-loss record following a 55-12 victory over Kentridge last night. The contest will feature the NPSL’s leading rusher, Mt. Rainier’s J.J. Young, against the best rush defense in the league. The Rams average over 220 rushing yards per game, but the Falcons have allowed less than 40 yards rushing per game. The game will kick off at 6:00 pm on Saturday, October 22nd at French Field in Kent.

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Falcons outlast Royals to remain undefeated!

Kent-Meridian’s Joe McConico made his presence felt in a hurry last night, returning the opening kickoff  95 yards for a touchdown.  Kentlake’s Marques Fuala’au blocked the extra point kick, but the Royals jumped out to a 6-0 lead with only 11 seconds ticked off the game clock.  Kent-Meridian scored again in the first quarter, after holding the Falcons on fourth down in their own territory.  Royals QB Ben Woods connected on a 42 yard touchdown strike to put Kent-Meridian up 13-0.  With all the momentum going the Royals way early, the Falcons needed a big play.  Eddie Edwards came through with an unbelievable 90 yard kickoff return, reversing field at least three times before being pushed out at the Royals 5 yard line.  Marques Fuala’au punched it into the end zone, and making the score 13-7 at the end of the first quarter.

Kentlake’s offense started clicking in the second quarter with a solid 65 yard drive capped by a 1 yard TD run by Tony Heimann to give the Falcons the lead at 14-13. Kent-Meridian responded late in the half with a drive and scoring pass from Woods to McConico.  The Royals attempted a two-point conversion, but were pushed back to the 18 yard line after a dead ball penalty.  The attempted failed, making the score Kent-Meridian 19, Kentlake 14 with just 1:10 left in the half.  Eddie Edwards came to the rescue again with another big kickoff return, 50 yards to midfield.  Brandon Mortenson followed up with a 20 yard completion to Trask Rogers, and Tony Heimann scored from the 1 yard line with 9 seconds remaining to give the Falcons a 21-19 lead at halftime.

Both defenses played well in the third quarter. Joe McConico moved from receiver to tailback for the Royals, but he found little room to run against a stout Falcons defense. Eddy Mixich recorded a big sack in the quarter, and Brayden Laukala blocked a punt.  Mixich also recovered an offensive fumble and rumbled nearly ten yards for a first down.  Both sides turned the ball over in the quarter, and neither team was able to score.

Sophomore safety Hudson Potts kicked off the fourth quarter with his first varsity interception, returning it into Royals territory.  A few plays later, Brandon Mortenson scored from 25 yards out on a quarterback keeper.  Kentlake opened a nine point lead, 28-19, with 10 minutes remaining in the game.  The Royals responded again with a couple of big pass plays, including a scoring strike from Woods to McConico to make the score 28-26 Kentlake with 9:00 remaining.  The teams exchanged possessions, and Kentlake’s defense ultimately held on the Royals final charge, holding on fourth down with 2:00 remaining.  Tony Heimann ground out a first down, and the Falcons were able to run out the clock.

Kentlake remains undefeated at 4-0 overall, 2-0 in the NPSL Cascade division.  The Falcons will next face the Lancers of Kennedy Catholic at Highline Memorial Stadium at 5:00 pm on Friday, September 30th.

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Week Three Team Awards!

Coach Thompson has announced the following varsity team awards for Week three:

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Effort & Energy – Eddie Mixich
Family – Justin Peterson
Takeaway Title – Jake Mancia
Special Teams Player of the Week – Ilyas Anjaz
Scout team players of the week – Tylor Howard
Discipline – Brian Dye

Congratulations, boys!

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Falcons shut out Chargers for third consecutive win!

Our Falcons defeated the Chargers of Kentridge High School on Friday night, 43-0, to earn their first NPSL Cascade Division victory and improve to 3-0 on the season.

Trask Rogers recovered a Chargers fumble on Kentridge’s opening drive to put the Falcons in good field position. Three plays later, Kentlake scored on a three yard pass from Brandon Mortenson to Eddie Edwards IV. Mortenson and Edwards connected again for a 20 yard TD catch and run, and the Falcons led 13-0 after the first quarter.

Kentlake opened the second quarter with 93 yard scoring drive, fueled by big plays from Mitchell Lockhart and Bryan Dye, and capped by a two yard scoring run by Trask Rogers. Bryan Dye closed out the quarter with another big play, breaking a tackle for a 45 yard catch and run for a touchdown. Kentridge had a chance to score at the end of the half, but Rogers blocked the 40 yard field goal attempt. Kentlake took a 27-0 lead into the locker room at halftime.

The Falcons picked up where they left off in the second half. Eddie Edwards returned a punt 65 yards for his third touchdown of the night. Mortenson set up another score with a 70 yard run to the Chargers seven yard line. Tony Heimann bulldozed into the end zone to put Kentlake up 41-0 at the end of the third quarter.

Kentlake’s backups saw most of the action in the fourth quarter, with sophomore Hudson Potts taking over at quarterback. Ilyas Anjaz blocked a Kentridge punt in their end zone for a safety. Freshman linebacker Josh Ashabraner recorded a solo tackle, and freshman Mason Homolka returned a kickoff 15 yards.

The Kentlake defense was terrific all night in recording the shutout. The defensive front seven led by nose tackle Brandon Kelley and linebackers Marques Fuala’au and Tony Heimann consistently shut the door on the Kentridge running game. Trask Rogers and Brayden Laukala put constant pressure on the Charger quarterbacks.

Brandon Mortenson led the Falcons offense with 19 completions on 25 attempts for 269 yards and 3 touchdowns. Mortenson also rushed for a two point conversion, and broke a 70 yard run . Eddie Edwards scored three touchdowns, two receiving and one punt return.

Kentlake (1-0 division, 3-0 overall) will next face Kent-Meridian (1-0, 1-2 overall). The Royals got their first NPSL division victory over Hazen last Friday. The game will kickoff at 7:00 pm on Thursday night at French Field.

 

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Week Two Team Awards

Coach Thompson and his staff have announced the following team award winners for week two. Congratulations, boys!

Eddie Edwards IV, Larry Alar, Tyler Padilla, Kristian McFarland, Marques Fuala’au

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C Team Awards:  Cody Dorfler, Mason Homolka, Preston Grote, Josh Ashabraner, Kiran Chakrabarty

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Falcons defeat Enumclaw to start the season 2-0!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Kentlake’s Larry Alar capped off a busy night with a 78-yard interception return for a touchdown to help Kentlake beat Enumclaw 35-6 in a 4A NPSL crossover game on Saturday. Alar’s interception was one of three turnovers the Falcons forced in the second half where they outscored the Hornets 21-0.

“We knew Enumclaw prides themselves on running the football, and we knew we had to try to take that away from them,” Kentlake head coach Brett Thompson said. “We pride ourselves on the ability to stop the run, and that’s what we were trying to do.”

After a scoreless first quarter, Kentlake scored touchdowns on back-to-back drives to take a 14-0 lead. Enumclaw put together a 13-play, 72-yard drive highlighted by an 18-yard touchdown pass from senior Jacob Revell to junior Bear Kuro to make it 14-6 at the half.

Enumclaw wouldn’t score again.

Kentlake (2-0) scored on its opening possession of the third quarter to make it 21-6, and Alar’s interception return made it 28-6. Enumclaw put together several long drives in the third quarter, but all of them eventually stalled or ended with a turnover.

“That’s a good football team, but we just didn’t capitalize on our opportunities — and they definitely did,” Enumclaw head coach Mark Gunderson said. “That was definitely the difference in the game.”

A muffed punt by Enumclaw in the fourth quarter led to Kentlake’s final touchdown, an 8-yard run by junior Marques Fuala’au. Fuala’au carried the ball four times in the game, but scored two touchdowns.

In addition to his interception return, Alar had seven catches for 63 yards. He rushed for 18 yards on four carries.

Brandon Mortenson started at quarterback for Kentlake in place of senior Justin Petersen, who was injured in last week’s victory over Auburn Mountainview. Mortenson finished 11 for 20 for 92 yards passing and ran for 65 yards on nine carries.

“Brandon Mortenson would be the starter for a lot of teams, and he’s our guy for right now,” Thompson said. “He’s doing a great job and just makes some good solid decisions.”

Thompson said he expects Peterson to miss three weeks.

Revell finished 21 for 39 for 256 yards passing, with one touchdown and one interception for the Hornets (1-1). His favorite target, junior Kaden Anderson, caught 10 passes for 124 yards.

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Enumclaw 0 6 0 0 – 6

Kentlake 0 14 14 7 – 35

K – Tony Heimann 1 run (Tyler Padilla kick)

K – Marques Fuala’au 3 run (Tyler Padilla kick)

E – Bear Kuro 18 pass from Jacob Revell (kick blocked)

K – Mitchell Lockhart 5 run (Tyler Padilla kick)

K – Larry Alar 78 interception return (Tyler Padilla kick)

K – Marques Fuala’au 8 run (Tyler Padilla kick)

Rushing – E: J. Ennis 2-16. K: B. Mortenson 9-65; M. Fuala’au 4-13-2

Passing – E: J. Revell 21-39-1-256. K: B. Mortenson 11-20-0-92

Receiving – E: K. Anderson 10-124; B. Kuro 5-73-1. K: L. Alar 7-63

Records – Enumclaw 1-1, Kentlake 2-0.

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Week One Team Awards

Coach Thompson has announced the following players as team award winners for week one.  Attaway, boys!

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Effort and Energy Award:  Eddie Edwards IV
Family Award:  Justin Peterson
Discipline Award:  Brandon Peterson
Double T (Takeway Title) Award:  Larry Alar, Jr.
Special Teams Player of the Week:  Aaron Byrd
Scout Teams Player of the Week:  Tim Engstrom

C Team Weekly Awards:

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Scout Team Player of the Week: X-Zavier Thomas
Special Teams Player of the Week:  Owen Foster
Discipline Award:  Kaleb Alberts
Family Award:  Ryan Roller
Double T (Takeway Title) Award:  Ethan Whitehouse

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Falcons top Auburn Mountainview in 2016 opener!

Our Falcons emerged victorious in the season opener versus the Lions of Auburn Mountainview, 34-20, at Auburn Memorial Stadium.

Mountainview scored first, receiving the opening kickoff and driving the length of the field for a touchdown.  Kentlake responded quickly, tying the game on a 40 yard catch and run from Justin Peterson to Larry Alar, Jr.

Senior RB Eddie Edwards took over from there, scoring three touchdowns (5, 70, and 50 yards) in the first half.  The Falcons defense held the Lions scoreless for the remainder of the half, and Kentlake took a commanding 26-6 lead into the break.

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Junior QB Brandon Mortenson took over for Justin Peterson, who appeared to aggravate a knee injury in the second quarter.  The Falcons offense took to the ground game, eating clock, and the third quarter passed without either team adding to the score.  Larry Alar snagged his second interception of the game to keep the Lions on their heels.

Mountainview broke their scoring drought in the 4th quarter with a tough 15 yard touchdown run up the middle, but Kentlake responded with a 16 yard TD keeper from Mortenson.  The Lions added a score on a fumble return for a touchdown, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap.  Kentlake was able to run out the clock to win the game by a final score of 34-20.

Kentlake starts the season at 1-0 and will next face Enumclaw on Saturday, September 10th at 6:00 pm at French Field.  Enumclaw won their opening game last week, 24-7, versus White River.

 

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August Survival Guide, Updated

Here’s all the program info you need to know to get you and your player through the month of August successfully. Parents AND players – please be proactive about taking advantage of all of the program information that is out there for you. Sign up now to receive our e-newsletters by going to http://www.kentlakefootball.com/ and entering your e-mail address in the box provided on the home page.

Check out our latest newsletter here: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/august-survival-guide-2/. You can also follow Kentlake Football Booster Club on Facebook and Twitter. Get connected and stay up to date with what’s going on in the program! See the most updated PDF version of the calendar, along with the team volunteer day and team hike date here: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/2016-spr-summer-final.pdf

August 9 – Permission Slips Due for Volunteering at Northwest Harvest
Part of being a part of the Falcon Football Family is serving our community and working a for a cause bigger than each of us as individuals. This Wednesday, August 10th, we will be serving our community by volunteering as a team at the Northwest Harvest Food Warehouse in Kent. Please print, sign and return the PERMISSION FORM to the weight room by Tuesday morning. We will all meet at the warehouse at 9:50am. Please arrange for your own transportation to and from. Let’s all show up and do our part! Directions, details and PERMISSION FORM are located at http://www.kentlakefootball.com/events/food-bank-volunteering/.

August 9 – Fall Camp (“2-a-days”) lunch money due
*We are asking all families to contribute $25 for their son to partake in team lunches during Fall Camp. *Please send in a check to one of the trainings, made to “KLFBC”, or use the payment system link at http://www.kentlakefootball.com/payments/.

August 15 – Online Fall Football registration DUE!
*Don’t be the guy who isn’t eligible to play because he didn’t get his paperwork in! Get it done today. Register here: https://www.familyid.com/programs/kentlake-2016-2017-fall-athletic-registration

August 17 – Fall Camp starts
*Fall Camp is Wednesday August 17th through Saturday the 20th, and Monday the 22nd. 8am-6pm.
*Each day of Fall Camp counts as 2 practices, which players need to be eligible to play in the first game.

August 19 – E-mail lists for HUDL fundraiser due (bring to Fall Camp)
*Each player needs to bring 10 e-mail addresses of family, friends, neighbors, or others who they think would consider supporting Kentlake Football. We will send out a direct-ask e-mail, requesting their support of our team. We are currently raising funds so we can buy new uniforms for the 2017 season.

August 20 – Team pictures during Fall Camp
*Watch for order form links and payment information to be e-mailed out soon!

August 27 – Mandatory Parent Meeting, Pancake Breakfast, and Team Scrimmages
*The breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Cost is only $18/family if you prepay by August 9th, or $5 per person at the door. Pre-pay link: http://www.kentlakefootball.com/payments/
*Sign up to help!  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094eaca72ba02-season

Booster Club Meetings
*We usually meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month, starting in September, at 7pm in Room 1100 at KL. Please come join in! The teams rely on parents to get involved and lend a helping hand for meals, spirit wear sales, and much more. Many hands make light work, and we’d love to see every player represented. We especially need some incoming freshman families to get involved, and keep the booster club going into the future, as many members will be done with their service this year!

We are looking forward to a great season ahead with the entire Falcon Family!  GO FALCONS!

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New Spirit Wear Order Open!

Please see below our new football spirit wear order! We’re placing an initial order THIS WEEK so that it will arrive before the opening game. If you’d like to order, please print out the order form and bring with payment to conditioning by Friday, 8/12. Orders placed this week will be delivered at the team scrimmage on Saturday, August 27th.

We will probably have a second order window available, but those items won’t be delivered until the season has started.

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Fall Registration is now open!

Fall Registration is now open. You must register online for fall athletics, even if you already registered for spring practice.

http://www.familyid.com/kentlake-high-school

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August Calendar Updated

  • The evening workouts that were previously scheduled for next week have been cancelled. Double FEED points for attending morning workouts in August!
  • The Food Bank service project that was previously scheduled for August 16th has been moved to Wednesday August 10th. We’ll be working at the Northwest Harvest Kent Warehouse from 10:00 am to noon. More details to come.
  • The team hike to Poo Poo Point is on Monday, August 15th at 9:00 am. More details to come.
  • Fall Camp begins on Wednesday, August 17, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and will run through Monday, August 22nd. No practice on Sunday, August 21st. Regular practice time (2:30 to 6:00 pm) begins on Tuesday the 23th.
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August Payment Options

Hudl Fundraising Campaign Buyout – $150


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GET IT DONE Two Discount Card Buyout – $40


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Pre-paid family breakfast (by August 24th) – $18


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Register for Summer Team Camp ($100 Discount)

Now is the time to register for summer team camp, the Gridiron of Champions Camp at Evergreen State College, on June 18th through the 21st. All players, including incoming freshmen, are encouraged to attend.

Physicals and paperwork must be up to date in order to attend summer team camp.  Please contact Lisa Hillyard in the KL athletics office if you have questions about your eligibility or physical status.

Go to the Resources and Paperwork page:

  1. Read the “2016 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp Concussion Information”
  2. Print and sign the “2016 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp Registration Form” 
  3. Print and sign the “KSD Field Trip Permission Form”

Mail in completed paperwork, along with your check made out to “KLFBC” for the camp fee ($195 per player). Mail to:

KL Football Booster Club
Summer Team Camp
P.O. Box 156
Black Diamond, WA 98010

DO NOT BRING PAPERWORK AND PAYMENT TO SCHOOL! ALL PAPERWORK AND PAYMENTS MUST BE SENT BY MAIL TO THE BOOSTER CLUB P.O. BOX!  Mail paperwork and payment together. Your envelope must be postmarked no later than May 27th – this is a quick turn-around, so please take care of this right away. If you have any questions, please contact Marty Alberts at malberts@internationalbelt.com.

If you are not able to pay by check and need to use a card, you can pay online with the secure online payment link below.  A $6 convenience fee will be added, for a total charge of $201.  Your paperwork must still arrive to the Booster Club P.O. Box by June 1st.


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Register for Summer Team Camp ($50 Discount)

Now is the time to register for summer team camp, the Gridiron of Champions Camp at Evergreen State College, on June 18th through the 21st. All players, including incoming freshmen, are encouraged to attend.

Physicals and paperwork must be up to date in order to attend summer team camp.  Please contact Lisa Hillyard in the KL athletics office if you have questions about your eligibility or physical status.

Go to the Resources and Paperwork page:

  1. Read the “2016 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp Concussion Information”
  2. Print and sign the “2016 Gridiron of Champions Team Camp Registration Form” 
  3. Print and sign the “KSD Field Trip Permission Form”

Mail in completed paperwork, along with your check made out to “KLFBC” for the camp fee ($245 per player). Mail to:

KL Football Booster Club
Summer Team Camp
P.O. Box 156
Black Diamond, WA 98010

DO NOT BRING PAPERWORK AND PAYMENT TO SCHOOL! ALL PAPERWORK AND PAYMENTS MUST BE SENT BY MAIL TO THE BOOSTER CLUB P.O. BOX!  Mail paperwork and payment together. Your envelope must be postmarked no later than May 27th – this is a quick turn-around, so please take care of this right away. If you have any questions, please contact Marty Alberts at malberts@internationalbelt.com.

If you are not able to pay by check and need to use a card, you can pay online with the secure online payment link below.  A $8 convenience fee will be added, for a total charge of $253.  Your paperwork must still arrive to the Booster Club P.O. Box by June 1st.


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Register Online for Spring Football

No more running handfuls of forms to the Kentlake office!  You can now register for spring football at this link:

https://www.familyid.com/organizations/search?query=kentlake

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2016 Spring and Summer Football Calendar Updated

Coach Thompson has released the final version of the 2016 summer calendar, including the following important dates.  Please save the dates and watch for details to come!

May 25 – Gear check-out for top FEED point earners

May 31st – Spring practice begins for incoming sophomores, juniors, seniors.

June 1st – Team camp registrations due.

June 4th – Incoming freshmen gear check-out.

June 6th – Spring practice begins for incoming 9th graders.

June 18th-21st – Team Camp, Gridiron of Champions at Evergreen State College

June 27th-30th – Junior Falcons Camp

August 17 – First day of Fall Practice

 

 

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Falcons Vault into Playoffs!

On the strength of two big rivalry wins over Tahoma (6-2) and Kentwood (6-2), the Kentlake Falcons have secured a berth in the post-season, earning the #2 seed in the SPSL Northeast Division.  The back-to-back wins knotted up the playoff race, with Kentlake, Kent-Meridian, and Tahoma each ending with a 2-2 division record.  Based on strength of wins, Kentlake earned the #2 seed and Tahoma the #3 seed.  The Falcons next face SPSL Northwest #1 seed Thomas Jefferson (6-2) on Friday at 7:00 pm in a divisional seeding game.

Kentlake needed a victory against the division-leading Conquerors, ranked #9 in the state Associated Press 4A poll.  The Falcons started off quickly, successfully executing an onside kick to open the game, leading to a 6 yard TD run by senior quarterback Cody Faulkner.  A two point conversion pass from Faulkner to Marques Fuala’au was successful.  After kicking off, Kentlake held Kentwood to a three-and-out on their first possession, then drove the length of the field capped by a 7 yard TD run by junior Trask Rogers.  With a successful PAT from kicker Tyler Padilla, the first quarter finished with Falcons leading 15-0.

Kentwood responded in the second quarter with two long scrambles from senior quarterback Brian Campbell leading to a 6 yard TD pass to senior Conner Benson.  The two point try was no good.  Kentlake responded with a 65 yard drive, finished by a 9 yard TD run by Jacob Mancia.  The Falcons defense held strong in the second quarter, forcing two more three-and-out’s as well as a turnover on downs inside the Kentlake 20 yard line.  The score at halftime favored the Falcons, 22-6.

Following halftime adjustments, both defenses dug in as the teams exchanged multiple possessions.  Kentwood put together a solid drive near the end of the quarter, capped by a 1 yard QB sneak by Brian Campbell.  The touchdown and PAT made it a one score game, with the score at the end of the third quarter narrowed to 22-14, Kentlake.

The Kentlake offense took over in the fourth quarter, with a steady pace of inside rushing and quarterback keepers.  Senior RB Andrew Dixon, in his first game back from a significant knee injury, scored twice in the fourth quarter to extend the Falcons lead.  Down three scores with less than 5:00 minutes remaining, Kentwood was unable to make any big plays to rally.  The Conks drove and scored one final touchdown, but the clock and Kentlake defense allowed no more.  Kentlake was able to grind out the clock and end the game in victory formation.  The final score was Kentlake 36, Kentwood 21.

Kentlake played an exceptionally clean game, with a single penalty, no turnovers, and only one punt.  The offense was efficient and effective, with the experienced offensive line controlling the line of scrimmage.  The Falcons rushed for 305 yards and five touchdowns on the night.  The Kentlake defense played arguably their best game of the season, swarming to the ball without giving up any big plays.

Kentlake next faces Thomas Jefferson, who has put together a fine season and a 6-2 record with losses only to Graham-Kapowsin and Kentwood.  The game kicks off at 7:00 pm at Federal Way Memorial Stadium.  The result of this game will determine the Falcons matchup for the regional playoffs.

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Week Four Players of the Week!

Week 4 POTY

Coach Thompson has announced the following Player of the Week awards for Week Four:

Hit Stick Award – Micah Vaifale
Family – Andrew Dixon
Effort & Energy – Brandon Mortenson
Discipline – Trask Rogers
Special Teams Player of the Week – Eddie Edwards
Scout team players of the week – Jordan Rosado

Attaway, boys!

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Week Three Players of the Week!

POTY Week 3

Coach Thompson has announced the following players as Players of the Week for week three:

Hit Stick Award: Brandon Kelley
Family:  Brandon Kelley and Ben Engstrom
Effort and Energy:  Anthony Roller
Discipline:  Larry Alar
Special Teams Player of the Week:  Eddie Edwards IV
Scout Team Player of the Week:  Tuombe Selestine

Congratulations, boys!

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Week Two Player of the Week Awards!

Week 2 POTW (cropped)

Coach Thompson has announced the following Player of the Week Awards for week two:

Discipline:  Mitchell Lockhart; Hit Stick, Mitch Alberts; Family, Drew Dixon; Effort and Energy, Trask Rogers; Special Teams, Tyler Padilla; Scout Team, Trey Helgeson and Eddie Edwards

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Week One Players of the Week!

Coach Thompson has announced the following Players of the Week for week one:

Week 1 POTW

 

Family award – Hudson Potts.  Effort and Energy award:  Jake Mancia.  Special Teams Player of the Week:  Michael Johnson.  Scout Team Players of the Week:  Eddie Eduards and Max Bolton.

Congratulations, boys!

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Fall Camp Starts Wednesday 8/19!

The 2015 football season officially begins with the first day of practice on Wednesday, August 19th!  The first five days (8/19-22 and 8/24) are “Fall Camp”.  The day will begin at 9:00 am with a morning practice, mid-day meetings and team-building, and an afternoon practice until about 6:00 pm.

Players must have all paperwork in and be cleared by the Kentlake athletics office to participate in practice.  Get all the details here.  Don’t be that guy that misses out because of paperwork!

The booster club is providing lunches during camp.  If you’d like a tasty lunch provided instead of having to bring one, please bring a $20 check to conditioning between now and August 14th, and give to Tanner Chick or David Morasch.  Or please bring a check to the first day of fall camp on August 19th!

Checks can be made out to KLFBC.

 

Football Registration Due Wednesday 8/12

All football players must ensure their paperwork is complete and turned into Kentlake by Wednesday, August 12 by 11:00 am.  Players will not be able to participate in practice until all paperwork is in.

The following forms are required:

  • 2015-16 Athletic Registration Form
  • Current Physical (Incoming freshmen must have a physical dated AFTER JUNE 1st)
  • 2015-16 Medical Emergency Information Card
  • 2015-16 Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Form

All forms are available here, or at the Kentlake main office.  Registrations may be turned in to the Kentlake main office any day during summer hours (Monday-Friday 9-noon and 1-3 pm).  The Athletics office will be open Wednesday, August 12th from 9-11 am.

Also, an ASB feed ($30) needs to be paid and all fines must be cleared.  ASB payments can be made online beginning August 12.  The Cashier’s office will be open Wednesday, August 12th from 9-11 am.

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Senior BBQ on Lake Sawyer!

SENIORS!

Annual Senior BBQ and Lake Day – Tuesday, August 11

All senior players are invited to the Lake Sawyer Resort for a BBQ and day at the lake. One of our senior parents will be there with their boat as well!  Plan to carpool from KL right after conditioning since parking space is limited.

*BBQ hot dogs are provided – please click the link below to sign up to bring a side, drinks or dessert!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f4faea72ba75-senior

WHEN:       Tuesday, August 11, 11:00 am

WHERE:     Lake Sawyer Resort – 30250 224th Ave, Black Diamond

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Not Too Late For Youth Football!

Kentlake Football partners with the Kent Knights Junior Football and Cheer Association to provide feeder football programs for kids in grades one through eight.  The season begins in August, but it’s not too late to sign up and join a Kent Junior Falcons roster!

Registration is available on Saturday 8/1, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Kentwood HS.  Practice begins next Monday, 8/3, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Kentwood.  The first three practices are at Kentwood, 8/3 through 8/5, and you can sign up any of those nights.  After that, team rosters will be filled and the Falcons teams will begin practicing at Kentlake.

If you’d like to sign up, or you have any friends or family who may be interested, please print this flyer and bring it with you to registration to make sure you get assigned to a Falcons team.

If you have any questions, please visit www.kentknights.com, or bring your questions with you to one of the registration events next week.

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Summer Conditioning Continues!

Summer football conditioning will begin on Monday, June 22nd at 9:00 am!

Conditioning sessions will run every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 to 10:30 am all summer until fall camp begins in August.  See you there!

Do I need a new physical?

All players need to have a physical on file with the Kentlake athletics office in order to participate in a school sport.  Physicals are good for two years.

All incoming freshmen need physicals, dated after June 1st, to participate in fall sports. That physical will cover their freshmen and sophomore years.  Most juniors will then need new physicals, also dated after June 1st, that will cover their junior and senior years.

The required district form can be downloaded here.

If you have any questions about eligibility, you can contact the Kentlake athletics office at (253) 373-4900.

 

Who do I contact with questions?

We work hard to keep this site updated with the current information you need, so please take advantage of the website as a primary resource.

If you are not receiving our email newsletters and updates, please sign up for our mailing list (link on the home page).

If you have a question that isn’t answered here, please feel free to contact us at kentlakefootball@gmail.com.  We’ll do our best to respond promptly!

 

Falcon Youth Football Camp Was A Great Success!

We had a great week of Kids Camp!  Over 30 high school players joined the varsity coaching staff to provide outstanding personal attention to all our campers.  It was a great time, and we hope you will consider joining us again next summer, and bringing a friend!

Kids Camp Pictures, First Day

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Calling all Future Falcons!  Kentlake Football is hosting a non-contact youth football camp this summer, from Monday, July 20th to Thursday, July 23rd.  Kids entering grades 3-8 in the fall are invited to join us!  Camp sessions will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm each day on the Kentlake turf field.

Learn from Kentlake coaches and players what it means to be a Falcon!  Falcons Head Coach Brett Thompson says “We want our campers to walk away feeling excited about playing football and excited about playing for Kentlake“.

View and print the flyer and registration form here.  If you haven’t pre-registered, please bring the completed form and payment to the first day of camp.  On-site registration will be available starting at 5:30 pm on Monday, June 20th.

You may choose to pay online.  A $3 convenience fee applies for the online payment.  If you pay online, please be sure to specify your camper’s name when completing the transaction.  Please print a copy of the payment confirmation and bring to camp with your completed registration form.

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Falcons welcome new Head Coach Brett Thompson!

We are excited to announce the hiring of our new Head Coach, Brett Thompson!

Coach Thompson comes to Kentlake after eight years at Tahoma HS.  He earned his BA in Economics/Social Studies in 2003 and Masters in Teaching in 2005 from Western Washington University. While at Western, he played Outside Linebacker for the Vikings. He currently teaches American Studies at Tahoma High School and has been with the Tahoma School District since 2005. Brett has been happily married to his wife, Alicia, since 2003 and they have two beautiful children, Ayla and Brodie.

We extend our warmest welcome to Coach Thompson and his family!

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Falcons HC Chris Paulson Accepts Position at Curtis HS

Falcons Head Coach Chris Paulson met with the team last Friday and informed them that he has accepted the head coaching position at Curtis High School.  We would like to wish Coach Paulson and his family the very best, and thank him for his hard work and dedication to our student athletes.

Press release from Curtis High School:

Curtis High School is excited to announce the selection of Chris Paulson as the next Head Football Coach. Chris takes over for Clay Angle (Head Coach 2007-2014, 56-20) who resigned in December. Coach Paulson’s first head football coach position was at Mt. Rainier High School (Des Moines) in 2008 and 2009. In his first season, Chris led Mt. Rainier to the playoffs and in second season was able to double the number of student-athletes participating in the football program. Chris is leaving Kentlake High School after a successful 5-year stint as their Head Football Coach. During his tenure at Kentlake, Chris compiled a record of 31-20 including an SPSL League Championship in 2011 and three playoff appearances. Chris earned SPSL 4A Coach of the Year honors in 2011 and was invited to coach in the All-State game in 2012. Coach Paulson has published a book and two DVD’s detailing the Pistol Spread Triple Option Offense.

“Chris brings experience, knowledge, and passion for teaching football, but most important a coaching philosophy that values every student-athlete in his program. He has proven to be a magnetic coach that draws in student-athletes.”

Chris is a graduate of Auburn-Riverside High School in where he participated in football, basketball, and baseball. He continued his football career by walking on and playing linebacker at Washington State University. Coach Paulson is part of a football family. His youngest brother, David, is currently a member of the San Diego Chargers in the National Football League. Brother-in-law, Aaron Chantler, is the head football coach at Gig Harbor High School and his father-in-law is Gordon Elliot, head football coach at Auburn High School.

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Eleven Falcons Receive All-SPSL Northeast Honors

The following Kentlake Falcons were named to the All-SPSL Northeast teams for the 2014 season.  Congratulations, boys!

 

Matt Burley, senior – 1st team Defensive Back, 2nd team Wide Receiver, and nominated to play in the All-State Game.

Cody Lee, senior – 2nd team Running Back

Brett Lockhart, senior – 2nd team Defensive Line

Hayden Warneke, senior – 2nd team Linebacker

Anthony Roller, junior – 1st team Special Teams (Long Snapper)

David Morasch, junior – 2nd team Offensive Line

Trey Helgeson, junior – Honorable Mention, Quarterback

Cody Faulkner, junior – Honorable Mention, Defensive Back

Brandon Kelly, sophomore – 2nd team Defensive Line, Honorable Mention Offensive Line

Micah Viafale, sophomore – 2nd team Linebacker

Tyler Padilla, sophomore – Honorable Mention, Kicker and Punter

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Falcons finish strong with win over TJ

Our Falcons wrapped up their 2014 campaign with a 17-8 victory over Thomas Jefferson, ending their season on a two game winning streak.  The win evens Kentlake’s season record at 5-5.

Seniors Danstan Kaunda and Tino Wells each scored rushing touchdowns, and Wells added a run for a successful two point conversion.

The Falcons defense played well all night, holding the Raiders scoreless through three quarters.  Seniors Darrien Rodriguez and Matt Burley intercepted passes to end Jefferson drives.  Senior defensive end Brett Lockhart was all over the field, recording multiple tackles for loss.  Senior Hayden Warneke forced a fumble on a punt return, which the Falcons recovered.

Thank you to all our seniors who played their last game!  You will be missed and remembered!

 

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Senior Night This Friday!

Please be sure to arrive to French Field by 6:30 this Friday night as we honor our Senior football players and families on SENIOR NIGHT as they play their last regular season home game against Kentwood. Players and their families will be introduced before the game begins. We are excited to celebrate the commitment these players and their families have made to the program!
Senior Families and Players – Please be sure to turn your player’s information in tokentlakefootball@gmail.com ASAP. We need jersey #, favorite KL football memory and plans after high school. Parents, please meet Cherie Morasch and Trisha Chick down on track on Friday night at 6:20 pm.
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Falcons Win in Homecoming Game over Kentridge

Our Kentlake Falcons pulled away from the Kentridge Chargers in the second half of Saturday’s Homecoming game to secure a 56-27 victory.

Kentlake struck first, receiving the opening kickoff and driving 80 yards for the first score.  James George broke a touchdown run for 34 yards, aided by a great downfield block by WR Alex Shornal.  QB Trey Helgeson hit Matt Burley for a 23 yard touchdown in the second quarter, and then ran in another to cap the first half scoring with Kentlake leading, 21-14.

Kentridge responded on their first drive of the second half, driving the length of the field to tie the score at 21-21.  Helgeson took charge from there, consistently gashing the Chargers defense with tough running on the option keep.  Helgeson scored three more rushing touchdowns, and also competed a 74 yard bomb to Matt Burley.  Helgeson finished the game with four rushing TDs and two TDs passing.  With a three score lead in the fourth quarter, the Falcons ground the clock and chewed up nearly the entire period on a single offensive drive, capped by an 18 yard TD run by Senior RB Tino Wells.

The Falcons defense stiffened after giving up a scoring drive to start the second half, and didn’t allow an offensive touchdown for the remainder of the game.  Anthony Roller recovered a Charger fumble, and senior DB Josh Beckler intercepted a pass to end Kentridge drives in the second half.

Kentlake evens its overall record at 3-3, with a 1-1 division record, setting up a game with playoff implications at Tahoma (3-3, 0-1) next week.

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Applebee’s Breakfast Fundraiser Details

Calling all Football Families!

We had a good response tonight to our incentive offer to pre-purchase tickets for the October 18th Applebee’s Flapjack breakfast, which was mentioned in this week’s Falcon Football e-mail Update.

We realize that it was somewhat last-minute, and have had some more people want to take advantage of the offer, so we’re going to do it one more time before issuing tickets next week for players to sell. See details below:

It’s time for the most popular FUNdraiser of the year at the Covington Applebee’s! The players always have a great time serving breakfast and hanging out with their teammates. The proceeds benefit all players. Let’s come together and have a good time celebrating the season!

ALL KL football players and their families are asked to sell (5) $10 tickets for the breakfast. If you need more tickets than that, just send a check or cash to practice this Thursday (10/2) for the amount of tickets you want. Mrs. Morasch will be outside the locker room right after practice between 5:15 and5:45.

***We are offering an incentive to pre-pay for the tickets and sell them at your leisure, as this system seems to be easier for everyone.

Bring $30 cash or a check for $30 made out to “KLFBBC” to practice this Thursday (10/2), and you only need to sell 3 tickets, instead of 5. This will be your last chance to pre-purchase tickets.

Players, we need you there at the breakfast! Please report to the restaurant at 7:30 am, wearing your home game jersey, and plan to stay until 10:30 am. Coaches will be there, too. Please contact Cherie Morasch a.s.a.p. at cmorasch@yahoo.com to confirm with her that you will be there.

Let’s finish strong, Falcons!

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“C” Game Cancelled!

The “C” team game scheduled for tomorrow vs. Mt. Rainier at Kentlake has been cancelled.  All freshmen will travel with the JV to play at Mt. Rainier.  Kickoff is at 6:30 pm. Bring something to eat before the later kickoff!

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Falcons earn second victory over Mt. Rainier

Our Falcons shut out the visiting Mt. Rainier Rams on Thursday, 45-0, to improve to 2-1 on the season.

Junior slotback James George sparked the Falcons on their opening drive with a 42 yard run, setting up a 13 yard touchdown pass to George from Junior QB Trey Helgeson. George caught another touchdown pass from Helgeson in the first half, a 34 yard strike on 4th down and 20.

Helgeson threw two more touchdowns in the first half, 27 yards to Cody Lee, and 26 yards to Matt Burley.  Helgeson followed up a seven touchdown performance vs. Decatur last week with four first half touchdown passes this week.  Through three games, Helgeson has eight touchdowns passing and three rushing.

Burley set himself up for his first half touchdown by taking an interception return for 56 yards with 19 seconds remaining in the half.  Burley has five interceptions in the first three games of the season.

Drew Dixon and Micah Viafale each scored on short touchdown runs in the first half, and helped control the ball in the second half. Kentlake, up 42-0 at halftime, chewed up the entire third quarter on a single drive.

Junior PK Tyler Padilla capped the Kentlake scoring with a 32 yard field goal in the third quarter.

Junior LB Anthony Roller forced and recovered a fumble, as the entire Kentlake defense pitched a shutout.

Kentlake will open their SPSL Northeast schedule against Kent-Meridian (2-1) on Friday night at French Field.

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Falcons top Gators for first win!

In only his second varsity start, junior quarterback Trey Helgeson led the Falcons to victory over the Decatur Gators, 56-36, at French Field on Thursday. Helgeson racked up seven total touchdowns, four passing and three rushing. Cody Lee caught two touchdowns (45 yards and 17 yards), Matt Burley caught and ran for a 94 yard score, and James George scored from 47 yards out. Drew Dixon added a 9 yard TD run for the Falcons.

Burley added a 50 yard kickoff return and two interceptions, his third interception of the year. Tino Wells, Cody Faulkner, and Brett Lockhart each recovered fumbles for the Falcons defense. Junior linebackers Anthony Roller and Mitchell Alberts each recorded multiple tackles for loss.

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9/15 “C” Game Location Change!

Game UpdateThe game for Monday, September 15 has been changed to an away game at South Kitsap High School, 4:15 pm start time.   Players will be dismissed early from school and the bus will take them all to and from the game.
Directions to South Kitsap High School (425 Mitchell Ave, Port Orchard 98366) here.

 

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GAME DAY!

It’s finally here!  The 2014 season kicks off tonight at 7:00 pm at Art Crate Stadium in Spanaway.  If you’re going, allow plenty of time for traffic.  If you can’t make it, find the game on the radio (klay1180.com or via the TuneIn app), or follow @kentlakefalcons on Twitter for live updates!  Go Falcons!  Beat those Eagles!

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Tomorrow’s game broadcast on KLAY 1180

Tomorrow night’s opening game versus Graham-Kapowsin will be played at Art Crate Field in Spanaway. Kickoff is at 7:00 pm.  If you’re going, please allow extra time for traffic!  If you can’t join us at the stadium, you can catch the game on KLAY 1180 AM.  Their on-air signal is available in most parts of the Covington area, and you can also get it on their web page (klay1180.com) and on the TuneIn App.

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Team Pictures on Saturday

Team, group and individual pictures will be taken on Saturday, 8/23, from noon to 2:00 pm.  Players need to wear tall black athletic socks for pictures!

There will be a break from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.  Please bring a lunch to eat during this break.

At 3:00 pm, we will conduct baseline concussion testing for all players.

Practice from 4:00 to 9:00 pm on Saturday.

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Practice Eligibility Details – Turn in Forms!

Please make sure you have turned in all the required 2014-2015 athletic registration forms – many of you may have turned these forms in prior to the Gridiron camp in June. These forms MUST be turned in to the Athletic Office at KL in order to participate!  You will find the forms attached here to print or you may get copies from the main office or Athletic office at the high school.

The following information is from the Athletic Office regarding details about turning in forms and eligibility:

ATHLETIC REGISTRATION:

All athletic registration forms need to be turned in between 9:00—12:00 or 1:00—3:00 p.m. on or before Wednesday, August 13 or Monday, August 18. 

Before turning out for a fall sport, you must:

  • Purchase an ASB Card ($30.00),
  • Clear all fines, and
  • Complete a physical/registration form and emergency card.

Be sure to send cash or a check for the ASB card ($30.00) and any fines OR pay online prior to the registration day, along with the athletic registration forms. Athletes who do not turn in all forms will not be eligible to practice on the first day dependent on whether forms turned in late can be processed in time.

If you turned in a physical form at Kentlake last year, (dated after June 1, 2013), you do not need a new physical.  Incoming 9th graders must have a school physical for High School Sports completed after June 1, 2014. Physicals from middle schools do NOT carry over.  ALL student athletes will need to turn in the athletic registration form and the emergency card at registration. If you are out of town on these two athletic registration days, you may have someone else register for you.

 

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Mark your calendars for the Preseason Scrimmage and BBQ!

Join us for the annual Falcon football scrimmage and BBQ!  This is a great event – invite your family to watch your player & enjoy grilled hamburgers, hot dogs and more!  It’s a great time to get to know other Falcon families in our football community!

Please RSVP for the BBQ by August 25 – more details on attached flyer.

Saturday, August 30th @ Kentlake:

Time:   9:00 am – 1:00 pm (scrimmages begin at 9:00, BBQ begins at approximately 11:00)

Cost:   $5 per person (player is free) or $20 a family for BBQ

Also, make sure to check out the following items for purchase at the event:

Falcon Fan Wear, Game Day Program Pre Sales, Football Booster Packs, Football Booster Local Discount Cards & Raffle tickets for a special KL Fan Basket.

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