Brighton Bulldogs Football and Cheer

Welcome to BBFC!

Welcome to the online home of the Brighton Bulldogs Football and Cheer. Our athletes represent excellence both on and off the field, and we set our expectations high: study hard, train hard, and work hard. Our athletics program is unparalleled, thanks to a supportive community of parents and fans. Our experienced coaching staff specializes in building better athletes, students, and citizens. We emphasize teamwork and demand the personal commitment to "play like champions"—every practice, every game, every time.

The goal of Brighton Bulldogs Football and Cheer is is to win, but that is NOT the primary goal. The primary goal is to teach young athletes the benefits of team sports in a safe manner, to nurture their growth potential, and to provide them with an opportunity to compete with their peers while also demonstrating good sportsmanship and teamwork.

BBFC BULLDOGS IN ACTION!

BBFC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES

November, 19, 2024

BBFC Board Meeting Agenda Minutes

• Call to order: called by Luke, Motion carried by Matt Unsworth

• Attendance: Luke Blangero, Stephanie Carroll, Nick Kantola, Lisa Cheresko, Matt Putra, Matt Unsworth, Kevin Robinson, Char Carlson, Richard Cav, Jenell Pasini, Josh Price, Troy Williams, Christine Wybo, Sarah White, Dan Novak, Paul Rogers, Deatrick Moore

• Approval of minutes from July 2024 (last meeting) - motion by Matt Unworth, carried by Coach Cav

President’s Report

Luke’s resignation from Presidency

Board Members Not Returning in 2025:

Paul Rogers (Yearbook, Photos)
Char Carlson (Yearbook, Registration, Photos)
Kim Oelslager (VP of Cheer)
Matt Putra (VP of Cheer)
Deatrick Moore (Fundraising)

Executive Board Meeting Report from 11/18:

New Changes implemented will include:
- Setting expectations for 2025 Board
- Board members will be elected to a specific role, rather than sign up for committees after elections
- All BBFC Committee Chairs will be asked to fill out a form shared by Stephanie detailing all of the work, deadlines, contact info etc. that went into carrying out their role successfully in order to help train the new board members. Stephanie will compile a master list of board committee responsibilities for 2025 Board.
  - Please make a copy of the form, fill out, and share with Stephanie by next board meeting in December
- Putra emphasized the importance of committee leads filling the crucial positions prior to the start of the new calendar year, as many were not filled last year and were carried out by executive board and others, like Nick Kantola
- Starting with the new Board in 2025, registration reimbursement will happen at the end of the season, after committee work is completed
- Discussion to post BBFC Board Meeting minutes to the BBFC website for transparency
- Discussion to modify and change bylaws

Next Board Meeting December 17, 2024 to nominate new executive board to prepare for January’s new board

Motion to adjourn made by Coach Cav, second by Matt Unsworth

"Play Hard, Play Smart and Play Together”. Hard means with effort, determination and courage; Smart means with proper execution and poise; Together means unselfishly, trusting your teammates and doing everything possible not to let them down.

More helpful GoFan links:

How to Buy Tickets GoFan
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How to Transfer Tickets GoFan

BBFC EXECUTIVE BOARD

PRESIDENT - Luke Blangero (luke.blangero@gmail.com)
V.P. FOOTBALL - Matt Putra (putram87@yahoo.com)
V.P. CHEER - Kim Oelslager (kimoelslager@gmail.com)
TREASURER - Matt Unsworth (unsworth1968@yahoo.com)
SECRETARY - Stephanie Carroll (mrsstephaniecarroll@gmail.com)
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WEBMASTER - Coach Cav (rmcav.stabops@gmail.com)

BBFC and BHS Games are Cashless!

BHS Games – Youth Night

Athletes in uniform get in free (youth night only). Parents will need to purchase tickets at GoFan.
Purchase electronic tickets only through GoFan.co
The Brighton-specific link is: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI9899
Or use the GoFan app.
Large signs with the GoFan QR code will also be available on-site. No cash sales.
Senior Citizens 62+ and kids under 5 are free.

BBFC Games

Similar to the high school, BBFC will also be going cashless this year. For our cashless option, we will be leveraging Venmo.

At the gate, there will be a QR code that can be scanned to purchase admission. No cash sales.
Price will remain $5 per person, $20 max per family.
Senior Citizens 62+ and kids under 5 are free.

How do youth sports boost participants' confidence?
Youth sports gives children a sense of belonging and purpose. It surrounds them with mentors who get involved with their lives and make them feel valued. Sports teaches young athletes that they can handle any challenge that comes their way.

"Winners never quit and quitters never win." -Vince Lombardi