Ball State University Athletics
Football Team Announces 2012-13 Leadership Council
August 20, 2012 | Football
BALL STATE FOOTBALL
2012-13 LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Seniors: Travis Freeman (team captain); Scott Kovanda (team captain); Kelly Page; Armand Dehaney
Juniors: Keith Wenning (team captain); Connor Ryan (team captain); Jamill Smith; Joseph Fazio
Sophomores: Willie Snead; Nick Miles; Brian Jones
Redshirt Freshmen: Trent Toothman; Dylan Curry
Freshmen: KeVonn Mabon; Darnell Smith; Ozzie Mann; Steven Bell
PURPOSE:
The Leadership Council was created to maximize our players' input into everyday football program operations. The group will meet on Monday nights during the season with Coach Pete Lembo to discuss issues and make decisions that can improve our football program. There are also meetings in the spring semester, typically on Wednesdays. The meetings are a great source of feedback for the coaching staff from the players and vice versa. A major bi‐product of the Council is the development of leadership and communication skills in our student-athletes.
MEMBERS:
Our entire team participated in leadership development presentations. During preseason camp, we ask each player to vote for three representatives from his class. Once these players are selected, the representatives meet with Coach Lembo and the captains on Monday nights. All representatives must be in good academic standing.
ANNUAL PROJECTS/TOPICS:
Equipment Recruit Weekends/Host Activities
Team Travel Spring Practice and Spring Game Itinerary
Team Covenant Team Morale and Discipline Issues
Volunteer/Charity Activities Summer Jobs & internships
Campus Visibility Activities Yearly Program Theme
Academic Progress and Support Leadership Development and Strategies
Fall Practice Organization Offseason Workouts & Summer Workouts
WE VALUE LEADERSHIP!
