Schnack Camps

08/31/2026

I've told the kids a few times and even dropped it in my prayers that every day we should learn something new or sharpen our skills. Too often we get caught up in the daily grind for money and status that forget about humbling ourselves and being grateful. Deepen your faith, relationships, and knowledge because that is something you simply cannot buy.

Football and Volleyball seasons are underway. Some kids, this is their favorite season so when they ask to play catch or practice outside, don't just say you are too tired.. go out and enjoy it. God is good and lives through us each day.

08/28/2026

Parents of 3/4 grade flag football.

Every sport I coach I like to run this. All I ask is one of the practices coming up, your child bring me 2+ items of food that can be stored and used later on. This can be canned, noodles, Mac and cheese, etc!

Sometime during the season or at the end, every kid who donated will be entered to win prizes. I have a bunch of autographs, jersey cards, and more. My way to thank the kids for doing their part to help the community.

UDMO - Upper Des Moines Opportunity, Inc. is a great help to our community and this is a great way to help keep them going. Any questions let me know!

08/25/2026

We had a good talk with the kids yesterday about the difference between coaching hard and yelling madly.

Most times coaches point out issues or ways to improve, the kids take it as a personal attack on their character and immediately take offense. It's important that we discuss that this is not the case and we just want to see their full potential unlocked.

" You shouldn't worry when the coach is yelling from the sideline on what to do.. it's when they get quiet that you should worry because that means they gave up. "

08/23/2026

Flag football starts tomorrow for some kids and this coach! My favorite time of the year! Building up our children.

08/22/2026

Big thank you to Autumn from Spirit Lake region. Few weeks ago she put this box of soccer balls up on a group site and said free to a good home. I reached out to see if I could get them for future soccer camps and she was so excited and nice! She held onto them and I was able to get them! Thank you so much! God bless!! 😊

08/21/2026

Shoes/Cleats ✔️
Mouth guard ✔️
Water Bottle ✔️
Flags ✔️

Here is a checklist for the upcoming flag football season. Your child will get flags first day of practice usually. We recommend mouth guards for accidents and possible head on collisions. Cleats not required but tennis shoes are a must. Please do not allow your kid to show up in crocs, loafers, hey dudes, etc.

08/21/2026

No camps planned for the rest of August. With flag football starting soon and coaching there, my schedule is filling up fast. I'll continue to post some content on here and keep everyone updated but maybe we'll do a thing or two in September!

Thank you everyone for your support!

08/20/2026

Hartley's own Kooper Ebel shirts for sale! Use the link below to check out the post and find the order form link. Portions of the proceeds go to Kooper!

Kooper is a local Division 1 football player who has played for Iowa State and now Penn State who prioritizes God, family, and community. He is a great role model for not only our local youth, but all youth in general!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ZE84FbfY5/

We have the pleasure of working with the Ebel family again this year and their annual shirts for Koop.
You're welcome to order your own via this link, and YES! A portion of the proceeds goes to Koop!
https://form.jotform.com/262304720043040

08/18/2026

Teamwork, accountability, discipline, and goal mindset. All traits sports can teach and help focus on to better improve you or your child's future.

08/17/2026

Here is HMS Flag football practice information. The app reference is TeamSnap. Make sure you have it downloaded and logged in with the information you used to sign your kid up to be alerted of practices, cancellations, etc. This is how we communicate as well about upcoming stuff and answer your questions.

Flag football practices begin NEXT week August 24th at Neeble Park.
Practice Schedule

TK/Kindergarten: Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
1st/2nd Grade: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:15–7:15 p.m.
3rd/4th Grade: Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Important Reminders

Practice cancellations will be communicated through the app and on Facebook.
Players should wear tennis shoes or cleats.
Please send each player with a drink for practice.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the field!