Transitioning to Phase 2

The only really big thing on my to-do list for Phase 1 is to publish the first newsletter. There are certain people I am going to ask to do articles, but it is mostly going to be introducing myself and advertising this blog to all of the different families involved in wrestling in Cedaredge. I am not worried about putting the newsletter together, but what I do need help with is getting a mailing list together. I want to get it out to every family that has a kid wrestling, all the teachers, the school board, the district office, local businesses, college programs in the state, local media, as well as all the Cedaredge wrestling alumni we can come up with. I had a great talk with Chad Anderson the other night, and he is working on getting the addresses for the youth program which will probably be the biggest list as he said there were 80 kids out this past year. So, start sending me any addresses you can think of.

So, as I wrap up Phase 1, we will begin transitioning to Phase 2. Please go to the Phase 2 link under "Important Program Links" on the right hand column. There are more planning items involved than what is included in the important summer dates listed in the link. I am considering Phase 2 everything from when I get out to Colorado to the beginning of the high school season. Most of the folks reading this blog have some investment in our program. So I am soliciting some help once again. Most of Phase 2 revolves around working with kids, either in the weight room or on the wrestling mat. I am working on calling various people, but if you get to this site before I call you and you want to help out with lifting or The Slope Wrestling Club, get a hold of me. Another big, big request for help in Phase 2 involves fundraising. Here are some ideas: Contra dance, golf tournament, and silent auction with live music and dinner. I could definitely use all the help I can get in this area.