The Work Never Stops for a Wildcat!

With the 2024-25 Mountain View Football season on the horizon, the Wildcats have been working tirelessly since the end of their 2023-24 season. The team has been putting in countless hours in the "Lab" and isn't shying away from hard work or hot days!

From lifting sessions to fieldwork and team bonding activities, the Wildcats are gearing up to dominate the competition. Rising senior and starting wide receiver Tyler Tanks shared his perspective on balancing fun during the summer with staying focused on football. 

"I cannot remember a time when I wasn't playing football; it holds major significance in my life," he said. "When you become so deeply committed to something, the desire to excel becomes crucial, even if it means sacrificing other things you enjoy."

The team has participated in numerous "Seven on Seven" football games throughout the summer. These games are a preparatory tool that helps gauge progress from the previous season. "Seven on Seven" is an American-style football format played with seven players on each team, typically without offensive or defensive linemen. The game focuses on passing, catching, and defending the pass, which helps improve timing, route running, and defensive coverage strategies in a more controlled environment.

Rising senior and cornerback Elias Hines emphasized work ethic during pre-season activities. 

"It's important to give it your all during the workouts and seven on sevens in summer," he said. "These help you as an overall player and help you fix things you should be working on so that when the season is here, you are at your best."

Summer workouts are vital in mentally, physically, and strategically preparing players for the season. The foundation laid during these summer sessions contributes significantly to the team's overall success and individual player development. The Wildcats are ready to carry this momentum into the 2024-25 season and showcase the results of their hard work.