POST SEASON FOOTBALL
The Pee Wee Level earned a spot in the playoffs.
The playoff game will be Sunday, November 8th against the #1 seed from the opposing conference, the Lansing Lions. We'll play at Marion Catholic High School in Chicago Heights at 11am. The players should be there at 9:45am.
This week, weather permitting, we'll practice 6-8pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at Centennial Park. The 4th practice will be either Friday night or Saturday morning.
Marian Catholic High School
700 Ashland Avenue
Chicago Heights, Illinois 60411
(708) 755-7565 Main Office
(708) 755-8286 Athletic Department
From the West via Interstate 80
Interstate 80 East to Interstate 294 East to Interstate 80-94 East to the Halsted Street South exit (marked to Chicago Heights-Route 1). South on Halsted Street to Joe Orr Road (203rd Street). Turn West (right) on to Joe Orr Road (203rd Street) and drive to the large parking lot (2nd and 3rd entrances). Marian Catholic High School is located on the Southwest corner of the intersection of Joe Orr Road and Ashland Avenue.
Outdoor facilities will be readily visible from the parking lot. Indoor activity access can be made by entering the school building via the double doors of the West Gymnasium or the double doors located at the circle drive by the entrance to the Auditorium and the East Gymnasium.
From the City of Chicago via Interstate 57
Interstate 57 South to Lincoln Highway (Route 30) East exit. East on Lincoln Highway (Route 30) to Ashland Avenue (Stop-and-go-light) North. Turn North (left) on Ashland Avenue to Joe Orr Road (203rd Street). Turn West (left) on to Joe Orr Road and drive to the large parking lot (2nd and 3rd entrances). Marian Catholic High School is located on the Southwest corner of the intersection of Joe Orr Road and Ashland Avenue.
Outdoor facilities will be readily visible from the parking lot. Indoor activity access can be made by entering the school building via the double doors of the West Gymnasium or the double doors located at the circle drive by the entrance to the Auditorium and the East Gymnasium.
FALL BRAWL INFO
The Jr. Pee Wee team is playing in the Fall Brawl tournament that starts this weekend.
The Knights play their first game on Saturday, November 7th at 9:00am against the Blue Island Untouchables at Eisenhower High School in Blue Island – 127th St and Kedzie Ave. Additional games based on wins and losses will be announced.
Directions - 151 St. east to Harlem Ave. north. Go east on 127th St. and continue to Kedzie Ave. The HS is just past the intersection of 127th and Kedzie on the south side of the street.
If the Jr. Pee Wee's make it to the Super Bowl, they will hand in their equipment to Jaimie Marines after November 22nd.
OPEN 2010 BOARD POSITIONS
Dear Orland Knight Families,
As the 2009 season winds down, with one level still in the running for a playoff spot, we look forward to the end of the year banquet and preparations for next season. In looking forward, we will have some vacancies on the board for 2010 as the terms of several officers come to an end.
Board members are asked to serve for two years with the terms starting in January. Elections are held in December. If you are interested in offering your talents and time to a great organization please send a letter letting us know you are interested in the available positions. Those positions are:
Treasurer
Publicity Director
Secretary
Commissioner
DOR – Designated Organization Representative
Merchandise Coordinator
The success of the Knights relies on the efforts of all our families and board volunteers. If you are interested please contact any current board member or send us an e-mail at orlandknights@gmail.com.
We hope you will consider joining us in keeping the Knights an organization that promotes a great learning experience for our children and lifetime of memories and relationships for all involved.
Sincerely,
Jaimie Marines, President
FUNDRAISING UPDATE
The last fundraising event of the year is our equipment raffle. All families were given a book of 5 $20 tickets to sell at registration. Very few of these stubs have been turned in with the corresponding dollars. We know many families have given much throughout the year to the organization and this raffle is away to spread the needed fundraising to others outside of the organization - neighborhood, friends, and work.
This year we purchased new poms for the cheerleaders, both the widget and junior level football players had new shoulder pads, and 65 helmets need to be reconditioned this off-season, among other expenses related solely to keeping the kids in fresh and safe equipment. This also allows us to keep registration at a reasonable level even as field usage fees and other expenses continue to rise.
Who knows - maybe you'll be the winner? The amount won depends on the number of tickets sold. Please turn in any tickets and cash to any one of our board members.
Please help us in this worthwhile endeavor. If you need more tickets to sell you may contact Tracy Mc Hale at 709-906-7345 or Jaimie Marines at 708-267-8223.
See everyone at the Banquet!
DATE CHANGE
Just an FYI the Orange flier that listed all the year's events had incorrect dates for the Equipment Hand In. Equipment Hand In will take place on Wednesday, November 11th and Tuesday, November 17th at the Franklin Loebe Center 7-8:30pm Room 109
Congratulations Cheerleaders!!!!
All divisions did an amazing job at the Spirit Explosion 2009 Cheer Competition!
On Saturday, October 24th the Orland Park Knight’s competed in their very first Cheerleading Competition! The Spirit Explosion 2009 Cheer Competition was held at Eisenhower High School. The event was attended by Blue Island, Evergreen Park, Mt. Greenwood, Oak Lawn, Orland Park and Palos. Our Super Pee Wee’s stole the show with their adorable smiles and dazzling performance! The Pee Wee division rose to the occasion by bringing home a 2nd place victory for the Knight’s! While our Widget division rocked the house and then some! Our Junior division also secured a 2nd place win for our team! We are very proud of all our cheerleaders and coaches! Their efforts paid off and secured 2 out of 3 possible placements!!!! We look forward to more competitions in the future!
For the DVD's go to:
www.masterviewvideo.com
and type in: blue island 09
or call 815-444-1033
For Photos go to:
www.tssphotography.com/southsuburbs
or call 815-464-3171
GO KNIGHTS!!!!
Orland KnightsTM
Football and Cheerleading
We are a 501(c)3 Registered Charitable Organization.
The Orland Knights Football and Cheerleading program has provided athletic and social opportunities for the youth of Orland Park and surrounding towns since 1981. Orland Knights are members of the Greater Chicagoland Youth Football Federation and play full contact, tackle football in the Metro Youth Football League.
Orland Knights' player development philosophy stresses good sportsmanship, mastery of football fundamentals, and teamwork. The goal is to win games, have fun, and guide the players toward becoming strong, ethical young men.
The Orland Knights Cheerleading program teaches girls the fundamentals of cheerleading, develops athleticism, and offer camaraderie with other young ladies.
Orland Knights Football and Cheerleading is a family oriented program that strongly encourages the active participation of immediate and extended family members.
GO KNIGHTS!!!
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