Kevon Bagot is entering his second year as Head Coach. When asked about the philosophy of his program, he responded by saying, “To inspire, lift, and change the face of Village Athletics. Increase athletic participation, build men of character, get every player feeling important and unified in purpose. Encourage open and honest communication between staff and players, as well as focus on solutions rather than problems.” As you can see, the values of this program extend well beyond the football field. Football is the tool that is used to teach our young players values such as honesty, determination, loyalty, and excellence. Excellence is a word that is commonly used in Coach KB’s program. Coach KB defines EXCELLENCE is a variety of ways:

Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way
Excellence allows the ordinary person to reach extraordinary results
Excellence is striving to reach your full potential
Excellence is striving for success
Excellence is the habit of being the best you can be

When Coach KB was asked about his goals for the season, he said, “To commit to core values, build a brand, win 8 games, make the TAPPS Independent State Playoff, and make sure everyone understands their role in building success.” With outstanding leadership from his captains, Patrick S, Keagan T, Max P, and Jon S, the team will certainly stay focused and have excellent players to model a high level of focus and consistency that produces high results.

Coach KB was excited about this year’s team. They have been working hard the entire off-season and pre-season.. “Despite the weather, we are still able to accomplish a lot. Our focus has been on leadership the first two weeks, making sure student-athletes feel the importance of not only the coaches, but the captains as well.”

“It’s a great time to be a Village Viking! So far the football program is on the right path. I am truly comfortable with where the program is in relationship to the start of last season. Our first scrimmage, although pointed out a few flaws, showed how far we’ve come. We have added a new look this year with uniforms and players, the student-athletes will have something to fight for with newly set TAPPS Independent Playoffs. I am looking forward to the season, it is my hope to build camaraderie around the team and teach the kids my philosophy on leadership. We have a big task at hand and a few obstacles in our way however we are prepared and understand the quality of hard work. "

The Village Vikings start their season on Thursday, August 25th, at HBU Stadium. Kickoff is set for 4:30PM. Come support your Varsity football team and GO VIKINGS!

Please see the attached information flyer from King Daddy Sports regarding our Village Tennis Center!

Head Coach, Scott Mastro, is in year 2 as the Head Coach of the Cross Country program. After a successful first season, the team has grown in size with over 40 runners on the high school team. The philosophy is no different. “Our philosophy is to develop a student-athlete’s aerobic power over the course of their high school career. We do this by emphasizing discipline, effort, skill, teamwork, and self-control. There are no magic workouts. The magic is in consistency. We believe if we create a family environment and provide a structured, progressive, goal-oriented plan, athletes will form strong bonds with each other, and want to come to practice everyday.And the team that practices everyday, works hard with great focus, and has fun along the way, is difficult to beat in competition.”

The Vikings had a successful year in TAPPS 4A last year, producing a State Champion on the girls side, Charlotte S. The Vikings are now jumping up to TAPPS 6A and competing against some of the best competition the state has to offer. When asked about his expectations for the season, Coach Mastro said, “My expectations are for both Girls and Boys Varsity to begin the season in the top half of our district, and finish in the top two.”

The team is returning some key pieces from last year’s team. “The Viking Boys’ harrier squad returns two from last years state meet team, but has almost doubled in size. Many of these new athletes are freshman and taking training very seriously. Between these freshman and our returning veterans, there will be intense competition for the Boys number 4-7 spots. I expect great things from this group this year. Our girls team returns four runners from last year’s state meet team. While injuries have been a problem for three of them, two appear healthy and are beginning to train hard again. And with the addition of a couple of talented freshman, the team looks to be competitive in its new large school division, TAPPS 6A.”

More to come from Coach Mastro and the growing high school cross country team. The team’s first meet is on Saturday, September 3rd. Good luck and GO VIKINGS!

The Varsity Volleyball team began their season on August 1st with 2-a-day practices. Chandace Tryon stepped into the role of the Head Coach this year, after serving the Vikings as a JV coach for the past 3 years. Gina Brancato and Angela Vargas come to the Varsity team as 1st year assistants. The Varsity Vikings consists of 12 players, with 7 of those players being Seniors. The coaching staff and the team are excited to enter the new TAPPS 6A district and plan to have a very competitive season. The Vikings will play their first home match on Tuesday, August 23rd at 5:00pm, and will have their first home district game on Thursday, August 25th at 7:00pm.

Hey Vikings!!!! We are going to be back in full effect and we are excited! It is time for you to sign up for the first VILLAGE TAKEOVER of the year!

If you are new to Village, The Village Takeover is an event where a fan bus is filled with students and we head over to cheer on our teams at designated away games! WE TAKEOVER!

The first Takeover will be Thursday, August 25, 2016. The bus will leave from Moore Gym at 4pm and return immediately following the football game. Due to construction on our field, the Vikings will play at Houston Baptist University. Don’t get left out… ask your parents… sign up here… get an exclusive Takeover shirt… and get HYPE! [Teachers and staff you can get on the bus too!]

Sign up form: https://goo.gl/forms/11NmUjQitvgEQQw62