On June 24, 2008, the Vista City Council "adopted" Marine Squadron 369, a helicopter squadron within the Marine Aircraft group 39, based out of Camp Pendleton, as part of the America Supporting Americans (ASA) Adopt a Unit program.  The purpose of the program is to bond Americans with servicemen and women who so bravely serve our country. It is a way for communities to reach out and make a difference in the lives of Marines, both when they are deployed and when they are stationed locally, but away from their homes. The City is coordinating several ways that the community, including school classes, church groups, service organizations, and individuals, can express their appreciation for the troop's efforts. HMLA 369 is one helicopter squadron within the Marine Aircraft Group 39. The group's mission is to provide combat ready expeditionary aviation forces, capable of world wide deployment in short notice. Known as the "Gunfighters", HMLA 369 has proven itself as the premier attack helicopter squadron in the Marine Corps by establishing a pattern of excellence few military units can emulate.

Thank you to the local businesses & organizations donating in support of HMLA 369: There are many ways to help support the squadron and family members. All are deeply appreciated by the troops: To send fundraising monetary donations directly to HMLA 369, please follow these instructions (download PDF file). Classes, youth groups, scout troops or others can coordinate letter writing campaigns to the Marine Unit. These items or certificates for service donations would be donated to the Marine’s family members to help support them while the troops are overseas: You can make a care package and include items such as, non-perishable food items (sunflower seeds, beef jerky, hot sauces, instant coffee, tea bags, cocoa); snacks such as, life-savers, mints, gum, candy, cookies; reading materials (both books and magazines); cotton socks, underwear, tee-shirts; Include a note in each care package with some local news articles or comics. HMLA Unit: web site Free viewers are required for some of the attached documents.

They can be downloaded by clicking on the icons below. Vista (0-1) at San Pasqual (0-1) Panthers travel to take on Eagles at SPHSNew Covers For Old Ikea Sofa Varsity Kickoff 9/2, 7:00PMGrey And White Drapery Panels JV Kickoff 9/2, TBAProm Dresses 2009 Collection Frosh vs. San Pasqual at Dick Haines Stadium 9/1, 5:00PM Vista vs. San Marcos Panthers fall to Knights 37-13 in Season Opener JV, Frosh Win Openers PANTHER FOOTBALL WEEKLY UPDATE Booster Meeting 9/7 Room K-16 6:30PM *** Donations of water and small bags of chips for each Friday lunch for Varsity and JV teams are also welcomed . Vista High Football 2016 Vista High School names new football coach Vista Panthers Welcome New Head Coach Dave Bottom

Coach Bottom comes to Vista from Everett Alvarez High in Salinas. Bottom played at Chapman College and started his coaching career at Los Amigos in Orange County. He was an assistant at Capistrano Valley for four seasons and spent one season as an assistant at Torrey Pines.  Bottom was also the head coach at Clairemont in San Diego for two seasons.  Stay tuned for further announcements for 2016 Vista Panther Football. Ever wonder why we celebrate Big Red Football.... Why High School Football Matters CIF-SDS Division 1 Playoffs - Round 1 November 13  7:00 PM at SCHS Panthers' Luck all Bad on Friday the 13th as Cougars take advantage.  Vista season ends abruptly on the road at Steele Canyon. Vista 16 Rancho Buena Vista 10 Big Red Finishes Senior Night with Fourth Quarter Drive to retain Vista Mayor's Championship versus crosstown rival Longhorns. 11/6 at Dick Haines Stadium JV Gets Their Kick 24-21 Frosh 1st Roundup not so fun at RBV, fall 35-16

MEET at Coach Davis' Room V-19 to pick up jerseys and pre game reception. 6:00PM Parent/Player on field introduction ceremony, you will turn in the jersey on the field immediately after. KICKOFF Vista vs. RBV for the Vista Mayor's Trophy. Mission Hills 47  Vista 21 Big Red miscues provide #1 Grizzlies with plenty to snack upon. 10/30 at Mission Hills Frosh lose heartbreaker 9-7 San Marcos 32  Vista 21 Vista left at the starting gate by Knights Fast Break 10/23 at San Marcos Varsity kickoff 7:00 PM Vista 38  El Camino 0 Big Red pulls out all the weapons in their arsenal as the Panthers show EC who is the bigger Cat. 10/16 at Dick Haines Stadium Vista 22  Del Norte 0 Big Red welcomes family to Homecoming but not too hospitable to Del Norte in their first ever trip to Dick Haines Stadium. Frosh wins big 29-0 Big Red looks to use the Bye Week to heal and take a new head of steam into their Avocado East League opener vs. Del Norte

La Costa Canyon 13  Vista 0 9/25 at La Costa Canyon HS Panthers claw hard but can't make a mark on the Mavericks, falling 13-0 at the halfway point of of the season JV get bumped off 24-9 Freshman stampeded by LCC 41-0 Carlsbad 33  Vista 0 9/18 at Dick Haines Stadium Big Red loses grasp on Lancers after solid start, as Carlsbad methodically pulls away. Freshman solid in 20-7 victory Vista let Broncos stampede away from them Big Red can't get on the offensive as RB plays keep away and takes advantage of Panther miscues on Blackout Night Rancho Bernardo 37  Vista 6 Big Red Overruns Paloma Valley Big Red totally dominant in 2015 Home Opener versus the Paloma Valley Wildcats (Menifee, CA) at Dick Haines Stadium Frosh win big on the road 29-11 Vista at Bonita Vista Penalties, untimely miscues keep Big Red off the board, as Barons battle hard to defend home turf. JV Nips Barons 14-6 Freshman triumph at home 40-28

Vista High School Football BoostersYour Executive board for 2015:Nicki Trevino, PresidentDanna Johnson, Vice PresidentNina Beebe, TreasurerSara Davis and Lorie Mauritzen, Co-SecretariesThe Booster Club is preparing for another awesome season of Big Red Football, underthe leadership of Coach Dan Williams. As we prepare for this upcoming season we encourageall parents to become a member of this great organization. Your ongoing, unrelentingsupport and financial contributions will assure making this program a continuingsuccess. With your help, we are able to support our team and coaching staff by providingthe financial means necessary to purchase new uniforms, provide player feeds andrecognition, passing leagues, end of year banquet and much much more.This year we are offering three different levels of participation: First Down $45.00 USD Extra Point $35.00 USD Your donation makes you a voting member of the Big Red Football Boosters. In addition,all Booster members will have their names printed in our 2015 Football Programand by becoming a member you get voting rights at our meetings.

Touchdown memberswill receive a 15% discount on all Spirit Wear at the Spirit Wear Booth.  First Down members will receive a 10% discount on Spirit Wear at the Spirit Wear Booth. We appreciate your continued support! Please contact one of our Executive BoardMembers if you are interested in helping the Big Red Program grow and succeed thrufundraising as well as volunteering for one of or many events. Link to the 2015 Football Orientation Packet Here The Store will open today April 7th and close on May 24th with delivery the week of June 8th. A second ordering period will begin June 1st and close on July 19th with a delivery date the week of August 3rd. Orders can be delivered to your house for a small fee or by bulk delivery to the school at no charge. Click Here to link to Team Store Site Big Red Supports Read Across America Alongside Former Panther, and current NFL Great, Leon Hall, Big Red supports the Read Across America campaign.  The photo below shows current Vista Panthers Football players joined by Leon (foreground) reading to students at a local Vista Elementary school

Vista High Football Needs You! Every little bit helps!We need volunteer parents to get involved in your son's program.  Even if you can't take a direct leadership position you can provide necessary assistance to those who elect to put their valuable time into making your son's time in the Vista High Football Program enjoyable and a first-class experience.  This doesn't happen without the hard work of the Vista Booster Group.   Attention Big Red Nation: The road to a 10th CIF Championship can start with you! The Vista High Football Team is in need of a number of team sponsorships for the 2015 Season. The VHS Football Family strives to provide an atmosphere that fosters dedication, pride, and ultimately success. Our goal is to maintain the safest and most successful environment possible for all players. To transport 100-125 players and coaches to games each week creates a huge commitment of funds. Our hopes are that the Big Red community will rally together to find a way to get our players to games safely.