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Hello Future Hillmen Football Players and Parents,

On behalf of the entire Placer program, welcome to Hillmen football! Placer football has a storied history filled with rich traditions, passionate fans, and the reputation of being one of the best programs in Northern California. We believe playing football on the Hill will be some of your best high school experiences, and we can’t wait to work with you!

Every year, incoming freshman parents and players have questions about what to expect, schedules, important information, etc. We wanted to provide some basic information so we can get everyone going in the right direction.

Important Dates & Information

June 9-26th (Monday – Thursday) | 3:30-6:30pm: Frosh Football Camp (This is a mandatory practice, but cost is now waived). The coaches will work with your schedule (and All-Star baseball), but the more your athlete can attend, the better for their progression as a player. Think of it as early practice rather than camp.  

REGISTER HERE for 2025 FROSH FOOTBALL SUMMER CAMP

June 10: Card fundraiser handed out. Details will be given that week.

July 28: First official day of “fall” practice. Players must be cleared online through our athletic website Placer Athletics. Practice will begin at 3pm, meeting in the stadium as a program with just players and coaches.

August TBA: Parent meeting in the auditorium at 6:30pm. We will cover all important details, including the booster club, playing time, program costs, coaching staff, and more.

August 2: Stuff the Helmet fundraiser (covered in parent meeting). Time TBA but typically in the morning.

August 9: Green and Gold scrimmage & picture day, starting at 10am.

August 15: Scrimmage at Rocklin HS at 4pm.

August 16: Kickoff Dinner.

August 21: First game at 6pm at Casa Roble.

Parent Volunteer Expectations

Hillmen Football thrives because of the incredible support from our families! Throughout the season, parents will be asked to volunteer at the Snack Bar and Promo Booth during JV & Varsity home games. The funds raised contribute directly to nutrition, team meals, safety equipment, and program needs. We cannot do this without you, so when sign-ups come out, please take care of your slots early and help us make this a great experience for all players!

Stay Connected

For in-season communication, updates, and schedules, please join our Frosh Football BAND app. This will be our main platform for team updates throughout the season.

We are so excited to work with your child at Placer, and their time here will be a life-changing experience. If your child is interested in playing football this fall, please email our Frosh Head Coach, Jim Packheiser, at [email protected].

Thank you and Go Hillmen!!

Joey Montoya
Head Football Coach
Physical Education Teacher

Frosh Welcome Letter

Hello Future Hillmen Football Players and Parents,

On behalf of the entire Placer program, welcome to Hillmen football! Placer football has a storied history filled with rich traditions, passionate fans, and the reputation of being one of the best programs in Northern California. We believe playing football on the Hill will be some of your best high school experiences, and can’t wait to work with you! 

Every year, incoming freshman parents and players have questions about what to expect, schedule, important information, etc. We wanted to provide some basic information so we can get everyone going in the right direction.

Incoming Freshmen Football Camp Session. Click Here for the Consent Form & Payment Details. Turn into the office or bring the completed form & check on the first day of camp.

*June 10-27th (Monday – Thursday) from 3:30-6pm: Frosh Football Camp. The coaches will work with your schedule (and all star baseball), but the more your athlete can be there the better for their progression as a player ( It’s better to think of it as early practice rather than camp). 

*June 11: Card fundraiser handed out. Details will be given that week. 

*July 29: First official day of “fall” practice. Players must be cleared online, and this is done on our athletic website through Placer athletics. Practice will be at 3pm, and we will meet in the stadium the first day as a program with just the players and the coaches. https://www.gohillmen.com/

*August 1: Parent meeting in the auditorium at 6:30pm. We will cover every important detail that will need to be covered for the season. Booster club questions, playing time, how are things paid for, the coaching staff, details, etc. 

*August 3: Stuff the helmet fundraiser (covered in parent meeting) Times TBA but typically in the morning.

*August 10th: Green and Gold scrimmage/picture day starting at 10am

*August 11: Kickoff Dinner

*August 16th: Scrimmage at Rocklin HS at 4pm. 

*August 22: First game at Home at 6pm vs Casa Roble

We are so excited to work with your son/daughter at Placer, and their time here will be a life changing experience. If your child is interested in playing football this fall please email our Frosh Head Coach Jim Packheiser at jimpackheiser@yahoo.com 

Thank you and Go Hillmen!!

Joey Montoya

Head Football Coach

Physical Education Teacher

Find more information on hillmenfootball.org 

Hillmen win their third straight PVL championship with 45-21 victory over Colfax

With their 45-21 waxing of Colfax last night,  The Hillmen won their third straight PVL championship. Every championship team is unique in it’s own way. The 2014 has had to deal with it’ s fair share of adversity throughout the season, but from day one, everyone from the coaching staff has put in tireless hours in the film room and on the field week in and week out working to get better. Watching this group come together and grow as the season has progressed has been pretty awesome. Several key seniors have stepped up, and quite a few juniors have made huge contributions this year. I couldn’t be any prouder of the coaching staff and the players. They earned this banner. It is and always will be GREAT TO BE A HILLMEN! 2014 PVL CHAMPS!

2014 PVL Standings

2014 Season Stats