Thomas County Middle School is set to start preparing for the 2009 football season. The coaching staff urges seventh- and eighth-grade players to report to the school on July 6 at 5:30 p.m. to begin a series of workouts. The sessions will run from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays. In order to participate, players must have a physical examination report on file at the school. For more information, e-mail jmills@thomas.k12.ga.us.