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Summer is here and it is time to register for the Ram Sports Camps being offered at Berkner High School this summer. The complete camp listing is as follows along with contact information. Don't be late---register for your favorite camp today!!



FOOTBALL- Elementary FB Camp- Grades 2-6
Aug. 3-5 8:30-11am Cost $25
Contact Jim Ledford @ 469-593-7050 or by e-mail @ jim.ledford@risd.org

Junior High FB Camp- Grades 7-9
Aug. 3-6 8-11am Cost $35
Contact Jim Ledford 469-593-7050 or by e-mail @ jim.ledford@risd.org

BASEBALL- June 8-11 and June 15-18
Contact Jason Wilson @ 214-405-4468 or by e-mail @ jason.wilson@risd.org

TENNIS- 3rd Annual Ram Tennis Camp
June 15-18 8:30-11:30am Cost $75
Contact Scott Sellers @ 469-286-9313
or by e-mail @ scott.sellers@risd.org

BASKETBALL- July 6-9 8:30am-noon
Contact Rod Wright 469-593-7050
or by e-mail @ rod.wright@risd.org

BERKNER RAM
JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL CAMP

FOR THOSE ENTERING GRADES 7-9

DATE: August 3 - 6, 2009 (Monday- Thursday)
LOCATION: Berkner Ram Field house (dropoff and pickup in East parking lot)
TIME: 8:00 - 11:00 A.M.
FEE: $35.00 ***$40.00 FEE IF PAID AFTER July 31, 2009

The camp will be very beneficial for a young person interested in football. The Ram Football camp will be conducted by the Berkner High School football coaching staff. The coaches will provide each athlete with individual attention on basic skills as well as providing opportunities for athletes to participate in non-contact team activities. The camp will be conducted in a safe manner, with all activities closely supervised.
All camp participants will receive a “Berkner Ram Football Camp” t-shirt.

INSTRUCTION OBJECTIVES:

QUARTERBACKS: stance, center exchange, ball handling, faking, footwork, passing release, play execution, and reads
RUNNING BACKS: stance, ball handling, faking, handoff exchange, running, blocking, and pass receiving
OFFENSIVE LINE: stance, starts, blocking techniques, and pass protection
RECEIVERS: stance, receiving drills, blocking, pass routes, and play calling
DEFENSIVE LINE: stance, pursuit, blow delivery, alignment, reading offensive keys, pass rush, and gap responsibility
LINEBACKERS: stance, pursuit, alignment, run techniques, and pass responsibilities
SECONDARY: stance, alignment, pass coverage, interception drills, reads, and footwork
SPECIAL TEAMS: deep snappers, punting, kickers, kick returners, punt coverage

WHAT DO I NEED FOR CAMP?

1. TOWEL: You must provide your own towel if you feel you need one.
2. ATTIRE: Shorts, t-shirt, socks.
3. SHOES: Cleated shoes would be best.
4. JEWELRY: Please leave all jewelry at home. We will not be responsible for valuables.
5. COMPLETED APPLICATION SHEET


For more information, contact the Berkner Football Staff :

ATHLETIC OFFICE (Coach Ledford) 469-593-7050 jim.ledford@risd.org
Asst. Football Coach Scott Sellers 469-593-7269 scott.sellers@risd.org
RAM JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL CAMP APPLICATION


MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO RAM FOOTBALL CAMP


NAME: ______________ ADDRESS:

CITY: ______ STATE: ZIP:

PARENTS OR LEGAL
GUARDIAN’S NAME:

HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE:

SCHOOL ATTENDING IN 2009-2010: GRADE FOR 2009-2010:

BIRTH DATE: HEIGHT: WEIGHT:

EMERGENCY CONTACT (IN CASE PARENTS CANNOT BE REACHED):

NAME: PHONE:


MEDICAL INFORMATION:

I hereby certify that _________________________________________________ is physically fit to participate in the RAM FOOTBALL

CAMP. I know of no physical impairments, which would in any manner limit participation in such a program. Is there any pertinent

information which we might need regarding your son such as diabetes, epilepsy, etc?



I hereby register my child for the camp described below and authorize the staff to direct him in participation in camp activities. I authorize the staff to attend any health problem or injury my child may incur while attending camp. I further acknowledge that the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP, the coaches, Richardson I.S.D., and anyone associated with the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP, will not be liable for any damage from injuries or illness sustained during the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP.




SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN


Make checks payable to : RAM FOOTBALL CAMP

PLEASE NOTE: $35.00 Fee If Paid Before July 31, 2009. Fee is $40 AFTER July 31, 2009

NO REFUNDS DURING OR AFTER WEEK OF CAMP!

Checks may be dropped of at the athletic office or mailed to the following address:

Ram JUNIOR HIGH Football Camp
C/O-Jim Ledford
1600 East Spring Valley Road
Richardson, Tx. 75081

BERKNER RAM
ELEMENTARY FOOTBALL CAMP

FOR THOSE ENTERING GRADES 3-6

DATE: August 3 – 5, 2009 (Monday-Wednesday)
LOCATION: Berkner Ram Field house (dropoff and pickup in East parking lot)
TIME: 8:30 - 11:00 A.M.
FEE: $25.00 ***$30.00 FEE IF PAID AFTER July 31, 2009

The camp will be very beneficial for a young person interested in football. The Ram Football camp will be conducted by the Berkner High School football coaching staff. The coaches will provide each athlete with individual attention on basic skills as well as providing opportunities for athletes to participate in non-contact team activities. The camp will be conducted in a safe manner, with all activities closely supervised.
All camp participants will receive a “Berkner Ram Football Camp” t-shirt.

INSTRUCTION OBJECTIVES:

QUARTERBACKS: stance, center exchange, ball handling, faking, footwork, passing release, play execution, and reads
RUNNING BACKS: stance, ball handling, faking, handoff exchange, running, blocking, and pass receiving
OFFENSIVE LINE: stance, starts, blocking techniques, and pass protection
RECEIVERS: stance, receiving drills, blocking, pass routes, and play calling
DEFENSIVE LINE: stance, pursuit, blow delivery, alignment, reading offensive keys, pass rush, and gap responsibility
LINEBACKERS: stance, pursuit, alignment, run techniques, and pass responsibilities
SECONDARY: stance, alignment, pass coverage, interception drills, reads, and footwork
SPECIAL TEAMS: deep snappers, punting, kickers, kick returners, punt coverage

WHAT DO I NEED FOR CAMP?

1. TOWEL: You must provide your own towel if you feel you need one.
2. ATTIRE: Shorts, t-shirt, socks.
3. SHOES: Cleated shoes would be best.
4. JEWELRY: Please leave all jewelry at home. We will not be responsible for valuables.
5. COMPLETED APPLICATION SHEET


For more information, contact the Berkner Football Staff:

ATHLETIC OFFICE (Coach Ledford) 469-593-7050 jim.ledford@risd.org
Asst. Football Coach Scott Sellers 469-593-7269 scott.sellers@risd.org

RAM ELEMENTARY FOOTBALL CAMP APPLICATION


MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO RAM FOOTBALL CAMP


NAME: _____ ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

PARENTS OR LEGAL
GUARDIAN’S NAME:

HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE:

SCHOOL ATTENDING IN 2009-2010: GRADE FOR 2009-2010:

BIRTH DATE: HEIGHT: WEIGHT:

EMERGENCY CONTACT (IN CASE PARENTS CANNOT BE REACHED):

NAME: PHONE:


MEDICAL INFORMATION:

I hereby certify that _________________________________________________ is physically fit to participate in the RAM FOOTBALL

CAMP. I know of no physical impairments, which would in any manner limit participation in such a program. Is there any pertinent

information which we might need regarding your son such as diabetes, epilepsy, etc?



I hereby register my child for the camp described below and authorize the staff to direct him in participation in camp activities. I authorize the staff to attend any health problem or injury my child may incur while attending camp. I further acknowledge that the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP, the coaches, Richardson I.S.D., and anyone associated with the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP, will not be liable for any damage from injuries or illness sustained during the RAM FOOTBALL CAMP.



_____________
SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN

PLEASE NOTE: $25.00 Fee If Paid Before July 31, 2008. Fee is $30 after July 31.

NO REFUNDS DURING OR AFTER WEEK OF CLINIC!!

Checks may be dropped of at the athletic office or mailed to the following address:

Ram Elementary Football Camp
C/O- Jim Ledford
1600 East Spring Valley Road
Richardson, TX. 75081

Berkner Rams Football 2009




Varsity Football Schedule
Date Opponent Place Time
Aug. 21 Jesuit (Scrimmage) BHS “B” 7:00
Aug. 28 South Grand Prairie Home 7:30
Sept. 4 North Crowley Away 7:30
Sept. 11 Desoto Home 7:30
Sept. 18 Open
Sept. 24 Molina * Away (Kin) 7:00
Oct. 2 Carrollton Creekview ** Home 7:30
Oct. 9 Lake Highlands * Away (R/W) 7:30
Oct. 16 Skyline * Home 7:30
Oct. 23 Sunset * Away (Kin) 7:30
Oct. 30 Richardson * Home (E/M) 7:30
Nov. 5 W.T. White * Away (Loos) 7:00

* Denotes District Games ** Denotes Homecoming Game


Junior Varsity White Schedule
Date Opponent Place Time
Aug. 21 Jesuit (Scrim) BHS “B” 6:00
Aug. 27 S.G.P. Away 7:00
Sept. 3 N.Crowley BHS “B” 7:00
Sept. 10 Bishop Lynch Away TBD
Sept. 17 Frisco Heritage Away 5:30

Junior Varsity Green Schedule
Date Opponent Place Time
Aug. 21 Jesuit (Scrim) BHS “B” 6:00
Aug. 27 S.G.P. Away 5:30
Sept. 3 N Crowley BHS “B” 5:30
Sept. 10 Desoto Away 5:30
Sept. 17 Open
Sept. 23 Molina BHS “B” 7:00
Oct. 1 Creekview Away 6:00
Oct. 8 LHHS BHS “B” 6:00
Oct. 15 Skyline Away 7:00
Oct. 22 Sunset BHS “B” 7:00
Oct. 29 Richardson Away 6:00
Nov. 4 WT White BHS “B” 7:00

After several months of working hard in the weightroom, the Rams have put on the pads and are preparing for what they hope will be another playoff run this fall. The early practices have been fast-paced and enthusiastic thus far. Several college scouts have been in attendance and the feedback from them has been very positive. Please circle your calendars now as the Green-White Spring Game is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st @ the "B" Field. Also, Rams Football Picture Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 8th @ Ram-Wildcat Stadium. Check back for spring football updates and for a list of the colleges visiting the morning practices.


COLLEGES VISITING THIS SPRING:

April 23, 24- Air Force, UT-San Antonio,
Kansas, Rice, Louisiana Tech,
Univ. of Texas

May 4- McMurry, Stony Brook (NY),
Georgetown Univ., Angelo St.,
Univ of Louisiana-Monroe,
Iowa State

May 5- Arkansas, Baylor, Richmond,
Arkansas Tech

May 6- SMU, TCU, Tulane, Lamar,
Texas State

May 7- Houston, UT-San Antonio,
North Texas, Tulsa, UTEP,
UNLV, New Mexico State,
New Mexico, UL Lafayette,
Trinity Univ., Indiana

May 8- Ole Miss, Texas A&M, Samford,
Oklahoma, Tulane, Holy Cross,
Baylor, Montana, Wyoming,
Tarleton St., Univ. of Central
Oklahoma, Houston

May 11- SMU, Boise State, Houston

May 12 & 13- Texas Tech,Arizona State
Houston, Fordham, Army
Kilgore JC, SMU, Texas
NW Oklahoma, Nichols State

May 14- Idaho State, Cornell,
Alcorn State, ULM, Nebraska,
University Central Arkansas
UNLV,Northwestern

May 15- San Diego State, Oklahoma St,
Western Ky, Kansas Weslyan

May 18- Louisiana Tech

May 19- Tulsa, Navy

May 20- Iowa State, Portland State

May 21- Texas Tech, Trinity Valley

2008 Defending Champ, Coach Boone

Mark your calendars and dust off your putters now for the Berkner Booster Club 11th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, June 8th @ Firewheel Golf Course. This year's tourney is going to be bigger and better than ever and the challenges of the Firewheel Course promises to add some excitement.
For more information, contact Jeff Tokar @ 972-965-6921
or by e- mail at JEFFTOKAR@TX.RR.COM

Each golfer receives green fees, cart,lunch, and banquet dinner (and lots of laughs). This year's field will include a 2008 Champ- Coach Boone, who looks to defend his team title against a solid field of participants.

National Signing Day proved to be a great day for several Ram student-athletes. Eleven Rams signed letters of intent to continue their education and playing careers at institutions of higher learning. GREAT JOB RAMS!!

Here is the list of Berkner signees:

1st picture- from left to right

Charles Blackmon

Quincy King- Midwestern State

Corey White- Trinity Valley JC

Jerome McCullum

Cory Cawthon

Robert McCarthy

Christian Corbitt

Megan Husson- NW State (La.)

Nathan Lyons- Hill JC



2nd Picture- from left to right

Maggie Smith- TCU

Derrick Francis

The 2008 Rams football season will be celebrated at our annual Rams Football Banquet on Sunday, January 18th at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm and an awards ceremony will follow. The Berkner Ram Booster Club is sponsoring the event and it promises to be a great event. For more information, please contact Jeff Tokar @kjtokar@tx.rr.com or JTokar@ci.garland.tx.us

The bus ride to Williams Stadium was short for both teams. In what was the first meeting between the two neighboring schools, the stage was set for a classic high school playoff game. For 41 minutes, the Rams and Owls were engaged in a battle of defense, field position, and wind. But the last 7 minutes of the game turned into a nightmare for the Rams. The Owls broke open a 3-3 tie and scored 24 unanswered points to advance to Round 2 of the 5A Division I playoffs with a 27-3 victory. The Rams (7-4 overall) could not overcome its won turnovers and mistakes and the Owls overcame their own turnovers to get the win. Jerome Regal and Wendell Simon combined for 91 of the Rams 115 rushing yards. Safety Trey McGee led a stellar Ram defensive performance by recording two interceptions and corner Jerome McCullum also added an interception. The Owls were held to 213 total yards as Owl QB Adrian Phillips was under constant pressure for most of the game and completed only five passes. Defensive tackles Quincy King and Justin Yancey played well for the Rams and controlled the line of scrimamge. LB"S Grant Nakwaasah, Corey White, and Deontae Crosby held the Owls offense in check for much of the game. Kicker Zack Olen battled the wind and provided the only points for the Rams on a 28 yard field goal in the second quarter.

The Rams coaching staff would like to give a special "thanks" to the band, parents, and faculty for their unconditional support this season. The coaches also want to acknowledge the leadership and efforts of our graduating senior football players and we want to remind them that no matter what- WE ARE ALL GREEN and IT'S A GREAT TIME TO BE A RAM.

Click here to read the Dallas Morning News article about the Rams-Owls contest.

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