DEAD PERIOD.

Written By Julie Rea

The Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) mandates that June 25 through July 9 is the “Dead Period.”  That means no practice, no workouts, no anything, for any school team.  It is a total shut-down period.  We agree that it is a time that kids need to be away from sports, coaches, and all the atmosphere of high school athletics.

At South Laurel, we are going to take a longer break.  We won’t start real “Training Camp” style practices until July 21st.  It is a full 4 week block of time.  That is for all players to:

  • Go on vacation with the family

  • Visit grandparents, go to family reunions, etc.

  • Get “back to school” doctor’s visits done

  • Enjoy some time with friends doing “summer” things.

Because when we get started with Training Camp practice on July 21, it is all football.  It is a time of very intense practice, and preparation for a season that is only a short 3 weeks away.  Here is the schedule:

21st – 25th – Football Practice (at the South Laurel Football Facility)

28th-30th – Practice continues

31st- 3rd of August – Team Camp at Kentucky Wesleyan University

5th – 7th – Practice at South Laurel Football Facility

7th – First Day of School for all students and faculty

8th – South Laurel scrimmage vs. Middlesboro High School

It happens fast.  So, players, enjoy the break, and come back in great shape.  Parents, help us make sure all players are 100% at all practices.  Also, parents, plan your fall Fridays.  Its gonna be fun!

#WeComingWAO #Team56

Julie Rea
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