| Coach D Leads Metro All-Stars to Historic Win! Varsity Head Coach John Den Hartog was selected as Head Coach for the Metro squad at the 2009 Minnesota High School Football All-Star Game, played June 27th at Husky Stadium on the campus of St. Cloud State University. Under Coach D's guidance, the Metro team delivered one of the most dominating performances in the history of the All-Star Game in rolling to a 54-13 victory over the Outstate squad. For more information, click here for a St. Cloud Times article on the game. |
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| New Photos Page & Flickr Site Check out our recently developed photos page and Flickr sites. We will do our best to keep them updated as pictures become available. Currently, the site holds pictures from the 2010 HFBC Golf Scramble, as well as the varsity's 2009 games against Edina and Minnetonka. |
| 2009 Classic Lake Conference Champions |
| Royals Win Share of Classic Lake Conference Title! A year after losing 17 seniors who went on to play in college, the Hopkins Royals are Classic Lake Conference champions! Hopkins, Wayzata, and Minnetonka all finished the season with 3-1 records in the Classic Lake Conference, and since no team beat both of the other two (Hopkins beat Minnetonka; Wayzata beat Hopkins; Minnetonka beat Wayzata), all three will share the last ever Classic Lake Conference title. Hopkins had not won the conference since the 1999 season, when they also finished in a 3-way tie with the same teams. Please join the Hopkins football family in congratulating the coaches and players on a great accomplishment! |
| Post-Season Awards Banquet The Hopkins Football family wrapped up the 2009 season with the annual celebration and awards banquet on Tuesday, November 17th at the HHS cafeteria. Players who participated in varsity action received their athletic letters, and many individuals were honored for their outstanding performances both on and off the field this season. The following players won performance-based awards as voted on by their teammates and coaches: MVP Offense................................Bill Gregg MVP Defense...........................Gavin Grady Most Outstanding Lineman............... Brody Thomas Most Outstanding Lineman...................David Powell Most Promising Underclassman..............Travaughn Blair Big Hitter Award....................Gideon Kendrick Most Inspirational Player.....................Logan Hanson Special Teams Player of the Year................Zach Brengman Best Leader...............................Scott Gannis Practice Player of the Year................. Kendrick Paulson |
| Royals Finish 2009 Season at 7-3 Hopkins finished the 2009 season at 7-3 (6-2 regular season) following a loss in the section semifinals. The Royals' campaign included a number of highlights, including reaching #4 in the state Associated Press football poll (and spending 7 out of 8 weeks in the top 10), a share of the Classic Lake Conference championship, and a win over rival Minnetonka for the second straight year (31-30 in week 3 of the regular season). Game recaps, scores, post-season awards, and more information on this year's team have been moved to the 2009 Team Page. Thanks for your support of Hopkins Royals Football. Please continue checking our site for updates throughout the off-season! |
| 2010 Varsity Schedule Set The Hopkins varsity football team has finalized its schedule for the 2010 season after a bit of turmoil following the dissolution of the Classic Lake Conference. In 2010, the Royals will face off against the four other Lake Conference teams as well as four non-conference opponents representing the Big 9, Northwest Suburban, and North Suburban conferences. |
| Become a Booster Club Sponsor Today! Hopkins is quickly becoming one of the top football programs in the state. Want to help support the team in their goal of winning a Minnesota state championship AND score yourself some cool HHS football gear and special benefits? Well, you should consider becoming a Hopkins Football Booster Club sponsor today! For more information, visit the HFBC Sponsor page OR download the membership flier. |
| Golf Tourney Fundraiser a Success! The Hopkins Football Booster Club ran another successful golf scramble on Saturday, May 22nd at Glen Lake Golf Course. Visit the golf scramble page for pictures and a quick recap of the event. The family friendly affair was once again a big hit, and included food, fun, prizes, raffle give-aways, and a little bit of golf! Players at all levels of Hopkins Football program will once again benefit from the funds raised by our generous sponsors and participants. Thanks again to those who were involved! |
| Football Season in Full-Swing! The 2010 high school season officially began on MONDAY, AUGUST 16th with practices for students entering grades 9-12. Students who are still interested in playing should register ASAP! Students will need to turn in the following materials in order to play football: 1) A completed athletics registration form signed by a parent/guardian 2) $230 fee (which can be reduced/waived under certain circumstances; please see the athletics office) 3) A recent physical exam (completed and signed by a physician within the past 3 years) |
| Order Your Hopkins Royals Spirit Wear Today! The Booster Club has come up with some GREAT Royals spirit wear for the 2010 season. Check out the STORE for details as well as an order form. Order now and be ready for that first game on September 2nd! |
| McDonald's Fundraiser on Tuesday, 9/28 Want an easy way to help out the football team? Eat at the McDonald's on Shady Oak Road anytime between 5:00 and 7:00 on Tuesday, 9/28. A portion of all sales during that time will go to the Hopkins football program. Contact the booster club for more information. |
| Football Family Fun Night: September 26th! Mark your calendars and plan to attend the first annual Hopkins Football Family Fun Night on September 26th! Games, fun, food, prizes, bingo, and a chance to meet and great varsity coaches, players, and parents. For more details, contact the booster club, visit the Family Fun Night info page, or download this informational flier. Come on out for a great night in support of Royals football! |
| Royals Start Season with Resounding Victory! The Royals kicked-off the 2010 season is style with a 54-13 win over Rochester Mayo on Thursday, September 2nd. The Royals were dominant on both sides of the ball as the offense racked up well over 500 yards of offense en route to another 50+ point performance and the defense held Mayo to just 13 points (7 of which came against the Royals first group defense). On offense, the following players led the way for the Royals: RB Dami Mafe (9 carries, 155 yds, 4 TD's--all in the first half!), QB Bill Gregg (11/13, 163 yds, 2 TD's), WR Ben Christopher (3 catches, 100 yds, TD), WR Andre McDonald (63 yds, TD), and backup QB Andy Wicklund (120 yds rushing and 2 TD's in second half duty). Defensive stats are not yet available, but the coaches agree that the Royals were led by DB Tavaughn Blair (INT), DT Mo Okpalaeke (forced fumble), and LB Michael White. The team returns to action next Friday night with a game at Centennial High School of Circle Pines. |