Athletics & Activities - 4/30

2025–2026 Winter Sports seasons are underway. Visit our MCA athletics website for the latest sports news, sport-specific information, and to view weekly game schedules.

MEETING INFORMATION

Sunday May 3rd at 5:00 PM in the West Lutheran High School Gym.

I strongly encourage that BOTH parents and players who will be in grades 9-12 next fall and plan on playing Varsity and or C-Team Football in 2026 attend this meeting. Besides covering the usual administrative things like schedules, dates and registration etc., there will be a heavy emphasis on the current state of the program and the planned changes that will be occurring next season. It is important that you and your sons understand what playing Lions Football will look like going forward.

SUMMER PRACTICE DATES

We will cover more information about the practice schedule at the meeting, but I want to get the dates out to you now so you can plan your vacations and summer activities with these dates in mind. Summer practices will be held from 10AM - Noon on the Providence stadium turf field.

Summer Practice Dates All Grades: June 9-11, and 17, 18

July: 14-16, and 28-30

SPRING AND SUMMER STRENGTH PROGRAMS

Spring Expectations for Grades 10-12:

• Those who are not participating in a Spring 2026 sport (Baseball, Track, Lacrosse etc.)
• A trackable strength program 4 times a week
• The PA Weightroom is available after school for ALL Co-Op football players
• If you are in a Spring 2026 sport:
• A trackable strength program 2 times a week
• I am at PA’s Weightroom every Monday and Wednesday morning from 6:45-7:30AM
• Players with a game or track meet on that day (Mon & Weds) do no need to lift.

If you have a question about the weightroom options during the spring at any of the Co-Op schools, below are the strength program Points of Contact:

• PA: Head of Strength Training Jaylaan Wimbush
• MCA: Coach Ed Ferron
• West Lutheran: Coach Phil Meitner
• HCA: Matt Ellgen (Phys Ed teacher and Strength Coach)

Summer Strength Training PA Weightroom:

• Starts Monday June 8th
• Monday through Thursday Mornings
• 9th and 10th Grade 8:00 - 9:00
• 11th and 12 Grade 9:00 - 10:00

All topics will be covered in more detail at the May 3rd meeting. I look forward to seeing everyone there.

GO LIONS!

We are looking for bus drivers who are willing to transport our student-athletes to practices and events after school. If you have a minimal of a Class C license and are interested in helping out, please email drew.rongere@mcamustaings.org.

We have the following high school coach openings. If you are interested in applying for one of these positions, please complete the application and send your resume to Drew Rongere at drew.rongere@mcamustangs.org.

• Boys Soccer Head Coach
• Girls Soccer Assistant Coach
• Volleyball Assistant Coach
• Middle School Coaches: Volleyball, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer

2026 WINTER MORNING STRENGTH PROGRAM WITH ED FERRON

• Registration: Click here to register

• Start Date: January 19, 2026

• Days of the Week: M/T/H

• Time: 7:05–7:55 am

• Location: MCA Weight Room

• Coach: Ed Ferron

• Cost: Free