Emails (football) from the Blue Jays
Date: 9/25/23
Week 8 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
It's always a great week when the Livonia Blue Jays go 4-0 on the weekend! Flag started the day off with a convincing victory over the visiting Redford Elite, winning 43-18. The Freshman and JV teams each picked up their first victories of the season, with Freshman winning 14-0 and JV hanging on to a close one, 18-12. Varsity kept up their winning ways, completely dominating from start to finish in a 46-6 rout.
This week is our annual Family Day game and this year we are back at Franklin High School to host the inter-city rivals the Livonia Falcons! There is a lot of information in this week's email regarding Family Day and the Kickoff Pep Rally and Picnic. Please read carefully and thoroughly!
This week we are celebrating our Blue Jay families! The parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, and everyone in our community that help make the Livonia Blue Jays the premiere football and cheer program it is. So take some time this week to celebrate with us! It's going to be a beautiful week, so spend some time at the practice field watching our athletes play some football and call out some cheers. Introduce yourself to someone you may not know, and experience the camaraderie that makes the Livonia Blue Jays a true community program.
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 9/25 - NO PRACTICE - FAMILY DAY KICKOFF PEP RALLY AND PICNIC 5:30
Tuesday 9/26 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Wednesday 9/27 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday 9/28 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Friday 9/29 - Freshman, JV & Varsity WALKTHROUGH 5:30
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, please do so ASAP. I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Week 5 Game Info - Livonia Blue Jays vs. Livonia Falcons - Saturday, September 30, 2023
Flag - Game time 9am
Freshman - Game time 11am
JV - Game time 1pm
Varsity - Game time 3pm
Game Location: Franklin High School, 31000 Joy Road, Livonia, MI
*Early Weigh-In is 9am. Required attire for early weigh in is game jersey and shorts.
**Game attire: As of now, we will be in our WHITE GAME JERSEY, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, rib guard/girdle, game pants and pads (the one with the Blue Jays logo), socks, cleats, and cup. If you have any questions regarding game attire, please see a coach or director during the week BEFORE GAME DAY.
***All squads - please arrive AT LEAST ONE HOUR EARLY to your game's scheduled start time for warm ups and weigh-in. Failure to do so may impact your child's eligibility for the game. WEIGH-IN OCCURS AT HALFTIME OF THE PRECEDING GAME.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Spirit Wear Store - BSN GRAND OPENING!!
The all-new BSN Sideline Spirit Wear Store is now open! We worked very hard at providing you the very best offerings! Get your orders in before October 13th, and you will receive 25% off as part of our grand opening sale!
BSN Sideline Spirit Wear Store
We also still have our MyShopify Spirit Wear store open!
Blue Jays Spirit Wear Store
Concession Donations
We are now accepting donations to the concession stand for our home games! Any donations are welcome, but below is a guideline for what to donate:
Flag - Chips/Candy
Freshman - Pop
JV - Water
Varsity - Gatorade
FUN-draiser Opportunity - FINAL WEEK EXTENDED!!
This is the FINAL WEEK for the discount card FUNdraising! This could be a HUGE fundraiser for the organization and this is the final push! The Livonia Blue Jays FUNdraising Committee has an exciting opportunity to save money AND raise money! Attached is some information about a discount card that our football players and cheerleaders can sell in the community and earn prizes by doing so! If you'd be interested in this opportunity there is an attached flyer with some information and you can also see a director or Karen Wilcox to get your cards or have any questions answered.
Family Day
The Family Day Committee is hard at work preparing to make Family Day 2023 one of the best ever! The theme this year is Blue Jay Pride WHITE OUT!
Family Day "Kickoff" Pep Rally and Picnic: Monday, September 25th 5:30-7:30pm (no practice)
Location: Mies Park
Dinner: The Livonia Blue Jays will provide Lee’s Chicken for dinner to all football and cheerleading families! We are planning games and activities for the players and families, so stay tuned for more Family Day announcements! This year we will also be doing a COLOR RUN! Be sure to bring a white shirt for your participant and one for yourself if you're brave enough! There will also be performances by our amazing cheerleaders, a tug-of-war, and a special appearance by our mascot Bernie the Blue Jay!
Family Day posters should be turned in to a team mom or director no later than September 28th, to ensure that your poster will be included in this year's family day extravaganza!
Family Day t-shirts will be in this week and will be distributed as soon as we have them in hand!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and refocus! It's a long season and we are just getting started! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 9/18/23
Week 7 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
This week, we split with the Commerce Chargers, going 2-2 on the day with bookend victories by our Flag and Varsity squads. Flag kicked things off with a convincing 32-6 blowout! Freshman fought hard but again came up just short, falling 14-7 in a very close game. JV played very tough against a quick Chargers squad, but came out on the wrong end of a 14-0 final score. Varsity finished the evening out under the lights with the most dominant performance of the day, shutting out the Chargers 33-0!
SPECIAL SHOUTOUT - DYLAN HOULE, #80 JV FOOTBALL
We don't normally do this, but we would be remiss to not mention something amazing that happened at this weekend's game. We'd like to give a special shoutout to Dylan Houle, #80 on our JV football team. Coming into the season, Dylan was not close to the weight limit set for the JV level. He is not the first kid, nor will he be the last, to face this predicament. However, what happened from there is nothing short of inspiring. Dylan immediately began work to lose weight and get into pads and play in the games with his teammates this season. Practice after practice, you could find him running extra laps (many, many laps), pushing weighted sleds, and putting in the extra hard work with his coaches. Week after week, his numbers trended down in his favor. This past week, at early weigh in for the Commerce Chargers game, Dylan was still over the limit by 3lbs. Early weigh in was at 12noon and the weigh in for the JV game was at 3pm. During that time, Dylan BUSTED HIS BUTT running lap after lap in sweats, trying his hardest to be able to play this week. Finally, at weigh in for the JV team, it was Dylan's turn and guess what...HE MADE WEIGHT! Dylan got to play real JV football this week and was dominant in his blocking! It was one of the most inspiring displays of determination and hard work I have seen in youth sports, ever. I would also like to shoutout Dylan's parents, who showed that with the support of the people who love you, great things are possible. Congratulation, Dylan! On behalf of the entire Blue Jays organization, I can say we couldn't be prouder of you!
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 9/18 - NO PRACTICE
Tuesday 9/19 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm (practice will begin after pictures)
Wednesday 9/20 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday 9/21 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Friday 9/22 - NO PRACTICE
Saturday 9/23 - Freshman, JV & Varsity WALKTHROUGH 10-11:30am
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, please do so ASAP. I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Week 4 Game Info - Livonia Blue Jays vs. Redford Eagles - Sunday, September 24, 2023
Flag - Game time 9am
Freshman - Game time 11am
JV - Game time 1pm
Varsity - Game time 3pm
Game Location: Bentley Field, 31971 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, MI
*Early Weigh-In is 9am. Required attire for early weigh in is game jersey and shorts.
**Game attire: As of now, we will be in our BLUE GAME JERSEY, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, rib guard/girdle, game pants and pads (the one with the Blue Jays logo), socks, cleats, and cup. If you have any questions regarding game attire, please see a coach or director during the week BEFORE GAME DAY.
***All squads - please arrive AT LEAST ONE HOUR EARLY to your game's scheduled start time for warm ups and weigh-in. Failure to do so may impact your child's eligibility for the game. WEIGH-IN OCCURS AT HALFTIME OF THE PRECEDING GAME.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Spirit Wear Store - BSN GRAND OPENING!!
The all-new BSN Sideline Spirit Wear Store is now open! We worked very hard at providing you the very best offerings! Get your orders in before October 13th, and you will receive 25% off as part of our grand opening sale!
BSN Sideline Spirit Wear Store
We also still have our MyShopify Spirit Wear store open!
Blue Jays Spirit Wear Store
Concession Donations
We are now accepting donations to the concession stand for our home games! Our first home game is Sunday, September 24th and we would love to get as many donations as we can before then, so we can have a fully stocked concession stand! Any donations are welcome, but below is a guideline for what to donate:
Flag - Chips/Candy
Freshman - Pop
JV - Water
Varsity - Gatorade
FUN-draiser Opportunity - FINAL WEEK!!
This is the FINAL WEEK for the discount card FUNdraising! This could be a HUGE fundraiser for the organization and this is the final push! The Livonia Blue Jays FUNdraising Committee has an exciting opportunity to save money AND raise money! Attached is some information about a discount card that our football players and cheerleaders can sell in the community and earn prizes by doing so! If you'd be interested in this opportunity there is an attached flyer with some information and you can also see a director or Karen Wilcox to get your cards or have any questions answered.
Family Day
The Family Day Committee is hard at work preparing to make Family Day 2023 one of the best ever! The theme this year is Blue Jay Pride WHITE OUT!
Family Day t-shirts - orders are NOW OPEN!
ORDER FAMILY DAY SHIRTS HERE
Pre-order ONLY. The store will close Friday, September 15th at 4:00pm.
T-Shirts will be $15.00 each for all sizes up to 5XL. While the design is “TOP SECRET” the t-shirt is expected to be white with “Blue Jay Pride” royal blue text and will feature a limited-edition Blue Jay logo!
*Cheerleaders will be provided with a shirt!!! You do NOT need to order them one!! Shirt sales are for spectators and football players!
Family Day "Kickoff" Pep Rally and Picnic: Monday, September 25th 5:30-7:30pm (no practice)
Location: Mies Park
Dinner: The Livonia Blue Jays will provide Lee’s Chicken for dinner to all football and cheerleading families! We are planning games and activities for the players and families, so stay tuned for more Family Day announcements! This year we will also be doing a COLOR RUN! Be sure to bring a white shirt for your participant and one for yourself if you're brave enough!
Family Day posters should be turned in to a team mom or director no later than September 28th, to ensure that your poster will be included in this year's family day extravaganza!
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon! We are working on some fun things for Family Day and will be rolling out details very shortly!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and refocus! It's a long season and we are just getting started! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 9/11/23
Week 6 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
Our second weekend in Northville was a little more successful than our first! That's what this is all about! Improving and growing as players, teammates, coaches, and fans! Flag started the day with a thrilling 31-30 victory! Freshman found themselves locked in a defensive battle and ultimately coming out on the wrong side of a 6-0 score. JV ran into a buzzsaw in the afternoon and ended up dropping their game 41-0. Varsity ended the day with a hard-fought comeback victory against a tough Colts team, winning 26-16.
Let's have another great week of practice before we have our afternoon and night games against the Commerce Chargers this Sunday at Walled Lake Central High School!
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 9/11 - NO PRACTICE
Tuesday 9/12 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm (practice will begin after pictures)
Wednesday 9/13 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday 9/14 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Friday 9/15 - JV walkthrough - Check with head coach for time
Saturday 9/16 - Freshman & Varsity WALKTHROUGH 10-11:30am
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, please do so ASAP. I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Week 3 Game Info - Livonia Blue Jays @ Walled Lake Chargers - Sunday, September 17, 2023
Flag - Game time 12pm
Freshman - Game time 2:00pm
JV - Game time 4:00pm
Varsity - Game time 6:00pm
Game Location: Walled Lake Central High School, 1600 Oakley Park Rd, Commerce, MI 48390
*Early Weigh-In is TBD. Required attire for early weigh in is game jersey and shorts.
**Game attire: As of now, we will be in our WHITE GAME JERSEY, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, rib guard/girdle, game pants and pads (the one with the Blue Jays logo), socks, cleats, and cup. If you have any questions regarding game attire, please see a coach or director during the week BEFORE GAME DAY.
***All squads - please arrive AT LEAST ONE HOUR EARLY to your game's scheduled start time for warm ups and weigh-in. Failure to do so may impact your child's eligibility for the game. WEIGH-IN OCCURS AT HALFTIME OF THE PRECEEDING GAME.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Spirit Wear Store
One of our spirit wear stores is now open! There are many styles and items to choose from!
Concession Donations
We are now accepting donations to the concession stand for our home games! Our first home game is Sunday, September 24th and we would love to get as many donations as we can before then, so we can have a fully stocked concession stand! Any donations are welcome, but below is a guideline for what to donate:
Flag - Chips/Candy
Freshman - Pop
JV - Water
Varsity - Gatorade
FUN-draiser Opportunity
The Livonia Blue Jays FUNdraising Committee has an exciting opportunity to save money AND raise money! Attached is some information about a discount card that our football players and cheerleaders can sell in the community and earn prizes by doing so! If you'd be interested in this opportunity there is an attached flyer with some information and you can also see a director or Karen Wilcox to get your cards or have any questions answered.
Family Day
The Family Day Committee is hard at work preparing to make Family Day 2023 one of the best ever! The theme this year is Blue Jay Pride WHITE OUT!
Family Day t-shirts - orders are NOW OPEN!
Pre-order ONLY. The store will close Friday, September 15th at 4:00pm.
T-Shirts will be $15.00 each for all sizes up to 5XL. While the design is “TOP SECRET” the t-shirt is expected to be white with “Blue Jay Pride” royal blue text and will feature a limited-edition Blue Jay logo!
*Cheerleaders will be provided with a shirt!!! You do NOT need to order them one!! Shirt sales are for spectators and football players!
Family Day "Kickoff" Pep Rally and Picnic: Monday, September 25th 5:30-7:30pm (no practice)
Location: Mies Park
Dinner: The Livonia Blue Jays will provide Lee’s Chicken for dinner to all football and cheerleading families! We are planning games and activities for the players and families, so stay tuned for more Family Day announcements!
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon! We are working on some fun things for Family Day and will be rolling out details very shortly!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and refocus! It's a long season and we are just getting started! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 9/5/23
Week 5 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
We hope you had a wonderful, long Labor Day weekend! This week, we are back to practice and preparing to get back in the win column this Saturday against the Northville Colts! Please read through this email, as it will contain all the necessary information for practice and game times and locations.
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 9/4 - NO PRACTICE
Tuesday 9/5 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm (practice will begin after pictures)
Wednesday 9/6 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday 9/7 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-7:30pm
Friday 9/8 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity WALKTHROUGH 5:30-7:30pm or earlier
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, please do so ASAP. I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Week 2 Game Info - Livonia Blue Jays @ Northville Colts
Flag - Game time 10:00am
Freshman - Game time 12:00pm
JV - Game time 2:00pm
Varsity - Game time 4:00pm
Game Location: Tom Holzier Football Field, 682-772 Baseline Rd, Northville, MI 48167
*Early Weigh-In is at 9am. Required attire for early weigh in is game jersey and shorts.
**Game attire: As of now, we will be in our GREY GAME JERSEY, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, rib guard/girdle, game pants and pads (the one with the Blue Jays logo), socks, cleats, and cup. If you have any questions regarding game attire, please see a coach or director during the week BEFORE GAME DAY.
***All squads - please arrive AT LEAST ONE HOUR EARLY to your game's scheduled start time for warm ups and weigh-in. Failure to do so may impact your child's eligibility for the game. WEIGH-IN OCCURS AT HALFTIME OF THE PRECEEDING GAME.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Picture Day and Ordering Information - RESCHEDULED FOR 9/5/2023
Picture day is Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Football players are to show up in their full gameday uniform, including cleats, pads, etc. with the appropriate game jersey designated by your head coach. THERE WILL BE FOOTBALL PRACTICE AFTER PICTURES, SO PLEASE BRING PRACTICE JERSEY AS WELL.
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on Tuesday, September 5th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day. Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
*All athletes and coaches need to be dressed and ready for pictures regardless of whether or not you're purchasing a picture package. This is necessary for team photos and yearbook pictures. Thank you!
Family Day Pictures/Posters
If you missed your time slot or would like to schedule a time for poster pictures with Kelly Fay, she will be at Grant Elementary on Sunday, September 10th from 12-2pm. This will also be the time for any retakes. If your child was in need of retakes, an email has been sent to inform you, with all details. Please text Adrianne Hosking at (248) 310-2308 if you would like to schedule some time on that day.
Spirit Wear Store
One of our spirit wear stores is now open! There are many styles and items to choose from!
Concession Donations
We are now accepting donations to the concession stand for our home games! Our first home game is Sunday, September 24th and we would love to get as many donations as we can before then, so we can have a fully stocked concession stand! Any donations are welcome, but below is a guideline for what to donate:
Flag - Chips/Candy
Freshman - Pop
JV - Water
Varsity - Gatorade
FUN-draiser Opportunity
The Livonia Blue Jays FUNdraising Committee has an exciting opportunity to save money AND raise money! Attached is some information about a discount card that our football players and cheerleaders can sell in the community and earn prizes by doing so! If you'd be interested in this opportunity there is an attached flyer with some information and you can also see a director or Karen Wilcox to get your cards or have any questions answered.
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon! We are working on some fun things for Family Day and will be rolling out details very shortly!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and refocus! It's a long season and we are just getting started! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 8/28/23
Week 4 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
CORRECTION: I forgot to change the ENDING practice time. Practice now ends at 7:30pm, per league rules. I apologize for the oversight, but I did not update the practice times in my original email. Again, PRACTICE WILL NOW BE FROM 5:30PM-7:30PM FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON.
Blue Jay Nation,
Even though the scores didn't shake out in our favor, it was still great to be back in the stands and on the sidelines, cheering on our Blue Jays against one of the toughest teams in the league! Thank you to all the fans who made the trip to Northville to show your support! Flag got the day started and put up a great fight, but came up just short, falling 39-33. Next up was the Freshman team and they tried their best, but also fell short to the Stallions, 30-14. JV was next on the docket, and showed some real promise, especially on defense. They lost the game 24-0, but shut the Stallions out for the final 3 quarters. And finally, varsity gave it their all, but couldn't keep up with the Stallions, going back and forth on their way to a 43-27 loss. We should all be incredibly proud of our athletes, regardless of the outcome of the game. Every single squad showed growth and improvement from the first day of practice.
**Please remember, this week is Labor Day weekend and there will be NO GAME. Our next game will be Saturday, September 9th against the Northville Colts, back at Tom Holzier Football Field in Northville.**
**DUE TO THE HOLIDAY SCHEDULE AND TO ACCOMMODATE COACHING STAFFS, THIS WEEK'S PRACTICE SCHEDULE IS A BIT SCATTERED. PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO WHICH DAYS YOUR TEAM IS PRACTICING.**
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 8/28 - Freshman 5:30-8:00pm
Tuesday 8/29 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Wednesday 8/30 - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday 8/31 - Flag, Freshman, & JV 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 9/1 - JV & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, please do so ASAP. I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Picture Day and Ordering Information - RESCHEDULED FOR 9/5/2023
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on Tuesday, September 5th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day. Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
*All athletes and coaches need to be dressed and ready for pictures regardless of whether or not you're purchasing a picture package. This is necessary for team photos and yearbook pictures. Thank you!
Family Day Pictures/Posters
If you missed your time slot or would like to schedule a time for poster pictures with Kelly Fay, she will be at Grant Elementary on Sunday, September 10th from 12-2pm. This will also be the time for any retakes, and we will reach out if your child needs a retake. Please text Adrianne Hosking at (248) 310-2308 if you would like to schedule some time on that day.
Spirit Wear Store
One of our spirit wear stores is now open! There are many styles and items to choose from!
Blue Jays Spirit Wear Store
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and refocus! It's a long season and we are just getting started! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 8/21/23
Week 3 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
How'd that feel? Seeing live action football at Bentley Field again felt pretty great, didn't it? This year's 3-Way Scrimmage was a success and it looks like the City of Livonia is going to prove to be stiff competition for their opponents this season, ESPECIALLY our Blue Jays! We want to thank all our volunteers and parents for creating and maintaining a clean, supportive, and community environment that focuses on sportsmanship and competitiveness alike. Our Blue Jays looked strong out there, from Flag to Varsity!
This week is a little different. It's game week, so there is some new and updated information in this week's email. This Saturday, the Livonia Blue Jays open the regular season against the Northville Stallions on the road at Tom Holzier Football Field. The Stallions are perennial contenders at almost every level, so this will be a great test early in the season to put all our hard work into action.
Now, onto the good stuff...
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 8/21 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Tuesday 8/22 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Wednesday 8/23 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday 8/24 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 8/25 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity WALKTHROUGH 5:30-8:00pm. Walkthrough attire is helmet, mouthguard, practice jerseys, shorts, and cleats. NO PADS.
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice (except for walkthrough): Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose).
Walkthrough equipment is helmet, mouthguard, practice jersey, shorts, and cleats.
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
Equipment
If there are still players who are missing some equipment or need different sizes for any equipment, please see a director so that we can assist you in getting your player fitted.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process. Please note - Physicals must be uploaded into SportsEngine by Friday, August 18th in order for your child to be eligible to participate in the Annual Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage.
Week 1 Game Info - Livonia Blue Jays @ Northville Stallions
Flag - Game time 10;00am
Freshman - Game time 12:00pm
JV - Game time 2:00pm
Varsity - Game time 4:00pm
Game Location: Tom Holzier Football Field, 682-772 Baseline Rd, Northville, MI 48167
*Early Weigh-In is at 9:00am. Required attire for early weigh in is game jersey and shorts.
**Game attire: We will be in our WHITE GAME JERSEY, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, rib guard/girdle, game pants and pads (the one with the Blue Jays logo), socks, cleats, and cup. If you have any questions regarding game attire, please see a coach or director during the week BEFORE GAME DAY.
***All squads - please arrive at least ONE HOUR EARLY to your game's scheduled start time for warm ups and weigh-in. Failure to do so may impact your child's eligibility for the game.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Picture Day and Ordering Information
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on THIS Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day. Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
*All athletes and coaches need to be dressed and ready for pictures regardless of whether or not you're purchasing a picture package. This is necessary for team photos and yearbook pictures. Thank you!
Raffle Drawing Results
Despite some challenges thrown at us by Mother Nature, we were able to draw our raffle winners without a hitch! Winners, as well as the video of the drawing, have been posted to the LJAL Blue Jays Facebook page.
Yard Signs
Yard signs have been ordered and are expected to be delivered by picture day, which is August 24th.
Family Day Pictures/Posters
You should have received an email regarding Family Day poster information. Friend of the program Kelly Fay has once again offered her services to the Livonia Blue Jays to have beautiful vinyl posters made for Family Day, which is September 30th this year. This is a completely optional service, and you are more than welcome to have posters made elsewhere, homemade or otherwise. But Kelly offers an amazing value and the posters are beautiful! Pricing and signup information is contained in the email that was sent out.
Kelly is also offering a $50 picture package, and you get 1-18x28, 2-12x18, 16-5x7, and 56 wallets/trading card size.
We are working on setting up some additional time with Kelly, due to the popular demand for her services.
Spirit Wear Store
One of our spirit wear stores is now open! There are many styles and items to choose from!
Blue Jays Spirit Wear Store
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week and prepare to show up and take down the Northville Stallions this Saturday! We will see you all at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 8/14/23
Week 2 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Each family is encouraged to have a poster made for their player/cheerleader for our family day game that occurs on September 30th, 2023 this year.
Last year, some families decided to have their posters created by photographer Kelly Fay. She will be offering her services again this year.
This is an OPTIONAL service, but if you are interested, she is going to be coming up to Grant and taking pictures for the posters on Sunday, August 27th. The sign-up Genius is below. When signing up, please leave your child's first and last name and jersey number (for football), along with your name and phone number. You may also add what squad your child is on. See sample photos. Please make sure to put the exact spelling of your child's name, as you want it on the poster.
Payment: CASH only
$40 per child
Cheer: Bring pom poms or if you want any other props, please bring them!
The sign-up genius allows for 1 kids per 5 minutes, but if you more then 1 kid, feel free to put all of your kids in 1 5 minute slot. Please arrive 5 minutes before your time-slot, and allow a little time for waiting, in case she gets backed up. We will try to do it very quickly! Attached is an example of what the posters looked like last year. They are amazing quality!
You don't have to do this, and can also make a homemade poster, or get your own made somewhere else, but this is very convenient, and Kelly does a great job. The posters will be delivered to the field no later than Monday, September 25th. Once you have your poster you will give it to the team mom on your squad, so they can all be hung for family day 2023.
Sign Up Link
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4AA8A62FA75-2023
If you have questions, please feel free to text Adrianne Hosking (248) 310-2308.
Blue Jay Nation,
Welcome to football season. Take a deep breath, you made it through the first week! This is the best time of year, but it's also not without its challenges. It's gruelling, hard work, but it also teaches incredibly important life lessons that our kids can take to the classroom and beyond. If your child is feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or discouraged, just know they are not alone. This is especially true for new families and football players. This is the first week and things will get better. The Livonia Blue Jays have incredible coaches who volunteer their time and resources to extract the most potential in our kids and help create the next generation in our community.
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 8/14 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Tuesday 8/15 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Wednesday 8/16 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday 8/17 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 8/18 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Note: With regards to cancellations of practices due to weather - We are aware that the weather is unpredictable, but we always try to err on the side of caution when it comes to putting our kids in danger or having them being stuck at the practice field during a storm. Please bear with us as we try to anticipate any severe weather that may impact our practices.
Practice Attire
We are now in full pads every practice: Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose)
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
Equipment
If there are still players who are missing some equipment or need different sizes for any equipment, please see a director so that we can assist you in getting your player fitted.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process. Please note - Physicals must be uploaded into SportsEngine by Friday, August 18th in order for your child to be eligible to participate in the Annual Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage.
Game Schedule
Blue Jays @ Northville Stallions, Saturday August 26th
Blue Jays @ Northville Colts, Saturday September 9th
Blue Jays @ Commerce Chargers, Sunday September 17th (Night Game)
Redford Eagles @ Blue Jays, Sunday September 24th
Livonia Falcons @ Blue Jays, Saturday September 30th (Family Day)
Blue Jays @ Livonia Orioles, Saturday October 7th
Novi Bobcats @ Blue Jays, Sunday October 15th (Pink Out)
A copy of the full league game schedule is attached to this email, complete with all games, times, divisions, and playoff schedule.
Annual Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage
This year, our annual Livonia 3-way pre-season scrimmage will take place on Saturday, August 19th at Bentley Field. I have attached the packet put together by LJAL Football & Cheer that outlines times, locations, & other expectations for the day. Please read thoroughly so you know when and where your child's team will be playing. Please note: The packet has the wrong date of August 18th, 2023. THE SCRIMMAGE IS SATURDAY, AUGUST 19TH, 2023.
There are also volunteer openings for the 3-Way Scrimmage! If you're still looking for volunteer opportunities this season, there is a SignUp Genius where you can volunteer to help during the scrimmage.
Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage Volunteer SignUp Genius
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Picture Day and Ordering Information
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day.
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
**Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose.**
Raffle Ticket Turn-In and Drawing Information
Families may begin turning in raffle tickets to any Blue Jay football or cheer director beginning August 7 at the practice field. All tickets must be turned in by August 16. If you have not turned in your tickets to a director at the practice field by August 16, you will be responsible to turn them in at the drawing location by 5:45pm on the day of the drawing. ALL THE STAPLES MUST BE REMOVED! The raffle drawing will be held August 17, 2023, at 6:00pm at Bentley Field on 5 Mile Road (next to the Livonia Rec Center). Participants are not required to be present to win. The drawing will stream live (or be recorded) and on the public LJAL Blue Jays Facebook page.
o First Prize: $1000
o Second Prize: $750
o Third Prize $500
o Fourth Prize: $250
Athletes will still have normal practice on this day at MIES PARK (Grant Elementary). Practice WILL NOT be held at Bentley Field.
Yard Signs
Ordering for yard signs closed on Sunday August 13th and are expected to be delivered by picture day, which is August 24th.
Family Day Pictures/Posters
You should have received an email regarding Family Day poster information. Friend of the program Kelly Fay has once again offered her services to the Livonia Blue Jays to have beautiful vinyl posters made for Family Day, which is September 30th this year. This is a completely optional service, and you are more than welcome to have posters made elsewhere, homemade or otherwise. But Kelly offers an amazing value and the posters are beautiful! Pricing and signup information is contained in the email that was sent out.
Spirit Wear Store
One of our spirit wear stores is now open! There are many styles and items to choose from!
Blue Jays Spirit Wear Store
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon!
We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have another great week! We will see you at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 8/6/23
Week 1 Blue Jays Football Communications Email
Blue Jay Nation,
A friendly reminder of all the important information leading up to our first official practice of the 2023 Livonia Blue Jays football season. Most of this information was in the welcome email that was sent out earlier this week, but there are now links for volunteer signup that are live! Please be sure to read through this email so you are aware of practice days, times, and proper attire for the week. You are expected to have your child at the practice field and ready to start by 5:30 every day, so please plan accordingly. We are excited to kick off another great season of Blue Jays football!
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 8/7 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Tuesday 8/8 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Wednesday 8/9 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday 8/10 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 8/11 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Practice Attire
Monday 8/7 thru Wednesday 8/19 - Practice pants, t-shirt or old practice jersey, socks, cleats, cup (if you choose for practice, mandatory for games), mouth guard, and helmet.
Thursday 8/10 and Friday 8/11 - Full pads: Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose)
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
Equipment
There are still some players who need some equipment, either because we didn't have it at the time oF uniform handout, or they missed the handout dates. If you missed uniform handouts, please see a director so that we can assist you in getting your player fitted. If you are missing any equipment, we will reach out to those players/parents to get them the necessary equipment before the start of full pads practices on Thursday.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Per our SMYFA rules, they need to be completed before our first football game which is August 26th. However, I'd love for this to be completed prior to our first practice in pads or mid-August at the latest (just to be on the safe side). Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Game Schedule
Blue Jays @ Northville Stallions, Saturday August 26th
Blue Jays @ Northville Colts, Saturday September 9th
Blue Jays @ Commerce Chargers, Sunday September 17th (Night Game)
Redford Eagles @ Blue Jays, Sunday September 24th
Livonia Falcons @ Blue Jays, Saturday September 30th (Family Day)
Blue Jays @ Livonia Orioles, Saturday October 7th
Novi Bobcats @ Blue Jays, Sunday October 15th (Pink Out)
A copy of the full league game schedule is attached to this email, complete with all games, times, divisions, and playoff schedule.
Annual Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage
Save the date! This year, our annual Livonia 3-way pre-season scrimmage will take place on Saturday, August 19th at Bentley Field. More information about game and arrival times, attire, etc. will come in the next weekly email.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
Below are the SignUp Genius links for volunteer spots for each game this season. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season. Spots will fill up quickly, so get yours reserved ASAP!
Links for Volunteer Signup
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Away: Saturday, September 9, at Northville Colts
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia11
Away: Sunday, September 17, at Commerce Chargers
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia13
Home: Sunday, September 24, with Redford Eagles
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia7
Home: Saturday, September 30, with Livonia Falcons (Blue Jays Family Day)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia9
Away: Saturday, October 7, at Livonia Orioles (Pink Out)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia12
Home: Sunday, October 15, with Novi Bobcats
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia10
Away: Saturday, August 26, at Northville Stallions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4BAAA82AA2FD0-livonia8
Picture Day and Ordering Information
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day.
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
**Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose.**
Raffle Ticket Turn-In and Drawing Information
Families may begin turning in raffle tickets to any Blue Jay football or cheer director beginning August 7 at the practice field. All tickets must be turned in by August 16. If you have not turned in your tickets to a director at the practice field by August 16, you will be responsible to turn them in at the drawing location by 5:45pm on the day of the drawing. ALL THE STAPLES MUST BE REMOVED! The raffle drawing will be held August 17, 2023, at 6:00pm at Bentley Field on 5 Mile Road (next to the Livonia Rec Center). Participants are not required to be present to win. The drawing will stream live (or be recorded) and on the public LJAL Blue Jays Facebook page.
o First Prize: $1000
o Second Prize: $750
o Third Prize $500
o Fourth Prize: $250
Athletes will still have normal practice on this day at MIES PARK (Grant Elementary). Practice WILL NOT be held at Bentley Field.
Yard Signs Are Ready For Ordering!
Order your yard signs early for the 2023 season and celebrate your football player and/or cheerleader! Ordering will close on Sunday August 13th and are expected to be delivered by picture day!
Yard Sign Order Link
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon!
If you made it this far, congratulations you're all caught up and ready for the 2023 Blue Jays football season! Again, additional information will be coming soon and every Sunday you will get a weekly communication. We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have a great season! We will see you at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!
Date: 8/2/23
Welcome to the 2023 Livonia Blue Jays Football Season!
Blue Jay Nation,
Hello and welcome to the 2023 Livonia Blue Jays football season! Although I know many of you already, I would like to take a moment to introduce myself to those who may not know me. My name is Joe Hosking and I am one of the football directors for the Livonia Blue Jays, along with Kendra Sroka, Josh Kirk, Shawn Hawkins, and Hans Heiman. This is my fifth full season as a director and I have two children in the Blue Jays program, one Varsity football player (Peyton, #4) and one Freshman cheerleader (Clementine)! Our goal as directors is to run a safe, fun, and competitive football program that prepares our players not only for football at the next level, but also to be responsible, upstanding members of our community.
Each week on Sunday, you will receive a communications email that will summarize the games that weekend (once they start) and will inform you about the upcoming week. These emails will have all important information and will be the main thread of communication, so please take the time to read through them so you don't miss anything this season. This initial email will be lengthy and contain a lot of information. We also communicate through our Facebook page which is linked below.
And now to the good stuff...
Practice - Days & Times
Monday 8/7 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Tuesday 8/8 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Wednesday 8/9 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Thursday 8/10 - Flag, Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 8/11 - NO FLAG - Freshman, JV, & Varsity 5:30-8:00pm
Practice BEGINS at 5:30, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure your player is ready for the start of practice.
Practice Attire
Monday 8/7 thru Wednesday 8/19 - Practice pants, t-shirt or old practice jersey, socks, cleats, cup (if you choose for practice, mandatory for games), mouth guard, and helmet.
Thursday 8/10 and Friday 8/11 - Full pads: Helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants, socks, cleats, and cup (if you choose)
Please bring a water jug full of water to practice every day. Early season practices are HOT, so be prepared with plenty of water and weather appropriate attire.
Equipment
There are still some players who need some equipment, either because we didn't have it at the time oF uniform handout, or they missed the handout dates. If you missed uniform handouts, please see a director so that we can assist you in getting your player fitted. If you are missing any equipment, we will reach out to those players/parents to get them the necessary equipment before the start of full pads practices on Thursday.
MHSAA Sports Physicals
If you haven't uploaded the required physical form to SportsEngine, I have attached a copy of the form needed and the instructions to get them uploaded to SportsEngine. Per our SMYFA rules, they need to be completed before our first football game which is August 26th. However, I'd love for this to be completed prior to our first practice in pads or mid-August at the latest (just to be on the safe side). Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this process.
Game Schedule
Blue Jays @ Northville Stallions, Saturday August 26th
Blue Jays @ Northville Colts, Saturday September 9th
Blue Jays @ Commerce Chargers, Sunday September 17th (Night Game)
Redford Eagles @ Blue Jays, Sunday September 24th
Livonia Falcons @ Blue Jays, Saturday September 30th (Family Day)
Blue Jays @ Livonia Orioles, Saturday October 7th
Novi Bobcats @ Blue Jays, Sunday October 15th (Pink Out)
A copy of the full league game schedule is attached to this email, complete with all games, times, divisions, and playoff schedule.
Annual Livonia 3-Way Scrimmage
Save the date! This year, our annual Livonia 3-way pre-season scrimmage will take place on Saturday, August 19th at Bentley Field. More information about game and arrival times, attire, etc. will come in the next weekly email.
Mandatory Volunteer Sign-Up
An email with all the information regarding volunteer requirements, instructions on how to sign up, descriptions for each position, will be sent out soon. Please refer back to that email for a full rundown regarding volunteer sign-up. Reminder: a mandatory 4 volunteer spots per family must be fulfilled during the football season.
Picture Day and Ordering Information
Team and individual pictures will be held at Mies practice field on Thursday, August 24th from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Discounted pricing is only available now until the day pictures are taken. On-line Orders must be made no later than 5 days after picture day to avoid shipping & handling fees. To receive discounted pricing, use the following link to pre-order online. thepicturedaypros.com/order/. Please print your confirmation email and bring it to picture day. You must enter "LJAL Blue Jays" in the league field. Simply bring the printed confirmation of your online order OR completed order form (attached to this email) with payment on picture day.
Click Here for full product offering and discounted pricing available online only! If you have any questions regarding picture day, please contact Picture Day Pros directly at (888) 416-1516.
**Please note, when ordering for more than one child or placing orders for buddy pictures, a separate order must be completed for each pose.**
Raffle Ticket Turn-In and Drawing Information
Families may begin turning in raffle tickets to any Blue Jay football or cheer director beginning August 7 at the practice field. All tickets must be turned in by August 16. If you have not turned in your tickets to a director at the practice field by August 16, you will be responsible to turn them in at the drawing location by 5:45pm on the day of the drawing. ALL THE STAPLES MUST BE REMOVED! The raffle drawing will be held August 17, 2023, at 6:00pm at Bentley Field on 5 Mile Road (next to the Livonia Rec Center). Participants are not required to be present to win. The drawing will stream live (or be recorded) and on the public LJAL Blue Jays Facebook page.
o First Prize: $1000
o Second Prize: $750
o Third Prize $500
o Fourth Prize: $250
Athletes will still have normal practice on this day at MIES PARK (Grant Elementary). Practice WILL NOT be held at Bentley Field.
Yard Signs Are Ready For Ordering!
Order your yard signs early for the 2023 season and celebrate your football player and/or cheerleader! Ordering will close on Sunday August 13th and are expected to be delivered by picture day!
Yard Sign Order Link
Miscellaneous
More information regarding spirit wear, Family Day, fundraising opportunities and more will be coming soon!
If you made it this far, congratulations you're all caught up and ready for the 2023 Blue Jays football season! Again, additional information will be coming soon and every Sunday you will get a weekly communication. We want to thank you for your commitment and involvement in making the Livonia Blue Jays the best youth football program in Livonia. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us and we will be glad to assist!
Let's have a great season! We will see you at the practice fields and Go Blue Jays!