2026 Parent Hub

Hornet Football develops student-athletes through commitment, discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and service to the school community. Success is measured not only by competition, but also by growth in character, responsibility, and connection.

• Student first: Academics remain the top priority.
• Team before self: Every athlete contributes to a shared purpose.
• Earned trust: Preparation, effort, and accountability matter every day.
• Respect always: Players and families represent Alameda High School on and off the field.

• Practice: Monday–Thursday, 4:20–6:30 PM at Thompson Field.
• Arrival: Players should arrive 15 minutes early.
• Attendance: Practice attendance is mandatory unless the absence is excused in advance.
• Game days: Player arrival times are announced weekly and may vary based on travel distance.
• First mandatory practice: August 10 at Thompson Field.

Equipment responsibility: Players must care for all issued equipment, report damaged or poorly fitting safety equipment immediately, and return school equipment when requested.

• Team buses are provided for away games.
• Players return to Thompson Field on the team bus unless a coach is notified in advance.
• Parent drivers may be requested for special events.

• Players must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Grades are checked weekly.
• Wednesday study hall is part of the program’s academic support.
• Players are expected to maintain good school attendance and communicate early when help is needed.

• Physical: A current physical must be on file and approved in Arbiter. For the 2026 season, the physical must be dated July 1, 2026 or later.
• Arbiter registration: Required before a player may participate in any capacity. Register or access Alameda High School Arbiter here →
• Medication: Players who require medication, such as an asthma inhaler or EpiPen, must bring it to practice and games.
• Game coverage: An EMT or athletic trainer is present at games; emergency contacts are maintained in Arbiter.
• Injuries: Notify a coach immediately so the player can be assessed and the appropriate return-to-play process followed.

• TeamSnap: Team events, schedules, updates, and team communication.
• Weekly email: Program updates sent to football families.
• ParentSquare: Official school notices.
• Gridiron communications: Families may also receive email, phone, or TeamSnap messages from the Gridiron Club.

Email coaches whenever possible. Calls and texts should be reserved for emergencies. For routine logistics, use TeamSnap or contact a Team Parent or Gridiron Board member.

Please wait 24 hours after a game before contacting a coach about a concern.

Team Parents coordinate schedules, meals, volunteers, merchandise, reminders, and logistics. Football instruction and player-specific coaching questions belong with the coaching staff.

• Commitment: Attend, prepare, communicate, and give your best effort.
• Academics: Complete schoolwork and ask for support early.
• Sportsmanship: Respect teammates, coaches, opponents, officials, and facilities.
• Team culture: Encourage teammates and take responsibility.
• Social media: Post responsibly and never embarrass, threaten, or demean others.

• Encourage your athlete and reinforce responsibility.
• Model respect for coaches, officials, opponents, and families.
• Do not coach from the stands or sideline.
• Support the whole program—not only your own player.
• Use the proper communication channel for concerns.

Notify the coaching staff as early as possible and include the reason and expected return date.

Team parents coordinate most logistics. Football instruction, strategy, and player-specific questions belong with the coaching staff.

The public schedule is on MaxPreps. Always check team communication for arrival times and last-minute changes.

Contact a team parent or Gridiron Board member. Help is needed throughout the season with meals, merchandise, media, fundraising, sponsorships, and events.

Contact any Alameda Gridiron Board member. Requests will be handled respectfully and confidentially.