Freshman Team Info
Carlsbad Football – Season Timeline & Tasks
Subscribe to the Freshman Calendar
**PLEASE note that "Freshman" is class of 2030. Players that will be freshman for the 2026/2027 school year. Class of 2029, should be looking at the JV calendar for the 2026/2027 season. Coach D utilizes the Band App for the majority of information for the Freshman Team throughout the season. Feel free to request access by clicking the link below. CHS 2026/2027 Season Freshman Band App Invite We will also duplicate much of the freshman information on this website.
Incoming Freshman Player/Parent Orientation Meeting
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10am - Noon
Small Gym (CHS High School)
Freshman PE Information
It is preferred all players enroll in Football PE (6th Period). Incoming freshman should look into completing PE requirements during summer prior to the start of freshman year. By doing so, you will not have to take PE 1 as a freshman and can enroll in Football PE/6th Period.Online PE Completion Options
Audeo
Method
Carlsbad Educational Foundation Summer Academy
You must also reach out to your counselor to coordinate/inform of this plan. Be sure to obtain a certificate of completion and provide at the time of course selection that takes place in August.
Freshman Summer Camp & Info
June 8 - July 2 Monday thru Thursday 10am to noon CHS Stadium Click/tap here to Register.
When Does Summer Camp Start? How Do I Register? How much is it?
Registration Open, click link below! JV Varsity = $350 | Frosh = $300
Click Here To Register for Summer Camp
Freshman Team (Frosh): Camp kicks off June 9th and wraps up July 3. Check the Freshman calendar. Frosh will practice 10:00am - noon Monday - Thursday @ CHS.
What is the “Dead Period”?
The Dead Period is a two-week break during the summer where all sports activities at CHS are paused.
This year’s Dead Period runs from July 14 to July 29.
️Mandatory fall practices begin on July 30.
What Gear Do Players Need to Purchase?
The program provides all required football equipment. Players are allowed to purchase their own helmets and/or shoulder pads. Have helmets ready by 7/30.Cleats: Summer Camp Donation/Registration ($300) includes UnderArmour Cleats.Helmets can be provided. If you have your own helmet, they are required to be re-conditioned every 2 years. If you need to send yours in to be reconditioned, please be sure its back and ready for use by 7/30/25. Frosh will be white helmets & White Face masks for 2025.Shoulder Pads - Can be provided by the team. Again, many players choose to obtain their own, but the team will provide.Optional spiritwear coming soon Order here: carlsbadfootball.com/teamstore
Where Can I Find Updates and Information?
Visit the Carlsbad Football website at: www.carlsbadfootball.com Choose the Calendar tab for your player’s team (Frosh, JV, or Varsity)
Refer to the team calendar for schedules and important dates
For general inquiries: carlsbadtdclub@gmail.com
Are Players Required to Ride the Bus to Games?
AWAY GAMES ONLY! Yes, players are expected to ride the team bus to and from all AWAY games.
Players should be aware of the schedule. Coaches provide additional times (e.g., pre-game meetings, etc) directly with players.
⏰ When Does the JV Bus Return for AWAY Games?
Most JV games are scheduled before Varsity games, but some may be held on Thursdays.For Friday night away games, JV players stay to support Varsity and return on the bus afterward.
Expected return time: Between 10:00 and 10:30 PM
For Thursday games, the JV team will return immediately following their own game.
How Do I Know When Practices Are?
Practice schedules vary by team Varsity/JV/Frosh. Players are expected to know and control their schedule. Coaches will communicate directly with players about additional, changed, updated times, etc.
✅ Be sure to select the correct team calendar — Frosh, JV, or Varsity.
View the full calendar here: Carlsbad Football Calendar
✅ What Is Athletic Clearance?
Before joining practices, all players must receive Athletic Clearance from CHS:Complete a CHS Physical Form with a Doctor (and Parent if under 18). Have signed by Doctor.
Physicals can also be done on “Physical Night” 5/29/25 - right after school at CHS. They can get their physical on this date and turn in their physical, and physical form to obtain “Clearance”. Players can not play without clearance. More info and/or sign up here: https://sites.google.com/blastfundraising.com/carlsbadphysicalnightinfo/homeNote: This process is separate from the online football registration.
What GPA Is Required to Play?
CHS requires a minimum 2.0 GPA to participate in any school sport.
If your player is having academic challenges, please reach out to their coach — support options may be available.
What Are the Expectations for Parent Volunteers?
Carlsbad Football is the largest athletic program at CHS — and we thrive thanks to our amazing volunteers.There are many ways to support the team:Become a Team Advisor.
Help with Fundraising, Finance, Sponsoring, Home Game Program Sales, Varsity Dinners, Snacks, Chain Gang (Frosh/JV) and more
Donate time, services, or financial contributions (Carlsbad Touchdown Club is a non-profit, and donations are tax-deductible)
We also accept Venmo – info coming soon!
Interested in helping? Contact the Touchdown Club at carlsbadtdclub@gmail.com