Father’s Club Face-Off: Teamwork, Fun, and Community Impact

By Brody Dorland, Chapter Co-Chair at Olathe South for Father’s Club

This Valentine’s Day, Father’s Club chapters from Olathe South High School and Olathe East High School teamed up for our 2nd Annual Father’s Club Face-Off event. What started as a simple idea for a basketball shoot-out between chapters a few years ago, has turned into an unforgettable night filled with teamwork, student engagement, and a little last-minute heroism.

The Power of Teamwork

Events like these don’t happen without a team willing to put in the effort behind the scenes. From finding former basketball stars who can still sling the rock, to managing logistics, every detail was carefully planned. It took a coordinated effort to recruit volunteers, organize pizza delivery, set up the gym, and rally the hype squad to ensure everything ran smoothly.

One of the night’s biggest challenges came at the last minute when our pizza delivery fell through due to a mix-up with DoorDash. Despite multiple confirmations with Papa Johns, our pizza never arrived. With only 15 minutes before the Face-Off, a few of our dads jumped into action, racing to pick up 70 pizzas themselves. Their quick thinking saved the night, ensuring that students still got their well-earned pizza celebration after the event!

Fun, Laughter, and a Surprise Treat

If there’s one thing high school students love, it’s seeing their dads step up in the name of fun.

The Face-Off had basketball dads from both Olathe South and Olathe East competing in a friendly but intense skills competition. With the crowd hyped up by our PA announcer, students erupted in cheers as their dads took on layups, free throws, three-pointers, and even half-court shots in a quest for bragging rights.

Of course, the best part? Everyone was a winner when the pizza arrived. Whether their dads took home the victory or not, the students were just excited to get a surprise snack during an exciting, back-and-forth varsity basketball game.

Strengthening Our School Community

Beyond the fun and competition, events like Father’s Club Face-Off serve a deeper purpose. They bring together parents, students, and staff to foster stronger connections and a sense of community within the school. Seeing dads actively involved in school events sends a powerful message to students—that their community supports them, values their experiences, and is willing to go the extra mile (literally, in this case!) to make their school experience memorable.

A huge thank you to all the volunteers, OS and OE basketball dads, our school admin, and especially the dads who made the last-minute pizza run. Without your teamwork and dedication, this event wouldn’t have been possible.

We can’t wait for the next year’s Face-Off event—stay tuned, and if you haven’t joined us yet, now’s the time!

• To get involved with a Father’s Club chapter at your school, visit the Chapters page on our website.
• If there isn’t a chapter currently at your school and you would like to know more about starting a Father’s Club chapter, visit the Contact page and fill out the form with your details and we will be in touch!