Meeting Agenda Welcome and Introductions Program Overview Comments from Jeff Erdmann-RHS Mini-Camp Combine Week Practice and Games Safety Rules and Regulations Key dates and Program Changes Questions
Ken VanOverbeke Rosemount resident since 2001 RAAA coach since 2001 Coached in this league for 5 seasons, 3 sons
have played in the program. RHS football coach since 2001 Coached RAAA- numerous sports
for many years
Irish Football Program Comments from High School Coach Jeff Erdmann
Glory is achieved when the many come together to form that which is invincible - the power of ONE.
Emphasize improvement and fun aspects to football.
All body types needed in football and bodies can change dramatically in the teen years.
Program Overview Irish Youth Football is comprised of four
divisions 3/4 & 5/6 Grade In House League (Junior and Senior)
Teams compete against other teams within the program Very competitive in the senior division Goal is to provide your family and your son with a great
experience by teaching them the game and a love for the sport.
7th and 8th Grade SSYFL Teams Teams compete in a south metro league at grade level Goal is to expose athletes to a higher level of play.
5/6th grade supports our SSYFL program.
IYF - Operating Philosophy The philosophy of this program is based on player
development and competition We want our kids to have a great experience
Work hard- encourage good work habits Teamwork- make new friends, be positive Be prepared- show them Be good sports- talk about this before games Be good winners- be humble Be good losers- “its not the end of the world” Be competitive- always play hard Each player is valued and will improve Goal is to have returning players
IYF - Operating Philosophy
Youth Football 3-6 Grade
High School Football Grades 9-12
Bigger, Faster, Stronger Program
7th/8th Grade ERAVE Teams
IYF - Operating Philosophy
What are coaches responsible for? Yourself Your players Your parents Your Attitude
Remember- we are all on the same team in the
end. Rosemount.
Responsibility of Coaches Be prepared for each practice & game Over communicate with parents Don’t just coach your son or the stars of the team.
Develop every kid in some aspect Play by the rules, please do not look for loop holes
in the rules as they are written and intended Mentorship of one rookie coach Do not coach for personal gratification, coach for the
kids Gain experience to return for the next season Appoint a sideline manager ( email me their name )
Irish Youth FootballMini-Camp
Purpose Allows valuable training for our kids and
coaches before the evaluations. Run by the High School Coaches and Players
All volunteer time – No fees Introduction to tackle football for our new kids Development for all of our kids Please show up at least 20 minutes before your time
slot
Irish Youth FootballCombine Week Purpose
Chance to evaluate each player to facilitate equal distribution of players. We measure: Speed
Drills- 20, 40, Nebraska, Irish agility Contact Day’s: Monday and Tuesday, August 2-3
5 Stations, bring a chair and a clip board Take good notes Have a grade on every player Co-Coaches split up Meet with your co- coach when completed We have a new rating form for players
Draft/ Team Formation This is a FUN night !!
Each coach will rate and send me their suggested draft slots for the other coach’s kids before the draft Draft round and number slot in that round
Example - Round 2 middle, high or low You will not rate and slot your own kid Be honest- Kids will be slotted before the draft Be prepared ( meet with your co coach prior to draft ) Take 4th and 6th graders first No 3rd grade players will be 1st rounders
Irish Youth FootballPractice Outline Warm Up Full Team Drills- split up, rotate
Blocking Tackling Agility Drills FIND A CENTER or 2 ! Take snaps with QB
Team Defense- responsibilities for each position Team Offense- repetition is best Special Teams
1 a week Fun/Conditioning
IYF Practice Recommendations
Plan ahead – Time is limited! 4 activities per week
Includes Game Nights 2 hrs. during Summer 1.5 hrs. after school starts
Run plays and work on fundamentals Take frequent water breaks if its hot Be consistent – Repetition is good Keep control of practice
Irish Youth FootballOther Recommendations
By end of 1st practice Huddle up and Run a play
Schedule scrimmage by the end of week 1 2-3 prior to first game Get your special teams organized early
Small Teams - Get parents involved Hold Dummies Play Defense
Get a 3rd parent involved Chart Plays – RB carries during game Help with practice
Have a team party
Referees Drew Storley – High School contact John Huot – IYF contact We will add a third referee for 5th / 6th
Starting games
Key Rules
Key Rules: (Review the Handbook) Playing Time- start and play on O or D, 1 special
team (kickoff or kick return) Ball Carry Rule- atleast 2 carries every eligible
game. Give your RB chart to the other team. Weight Limits Line Formations Stoppage of Clock Kick off Rule – Front Line
Field Space Field Space: We have a contract for Shannon Park all season
!!! We do not have contracts for any other
locations Try to practice in the same area Clean up after yourself Parking
Key Dates
Mini-Camp July 31st, 2011
Evaluation (combine) week and Draft August 1-2 Evals
Practices Begin August 7th or 8th
Pictures TBD
Irish Varsity/Youth Scrimmage August 24th
Key Dates - Continued
Irish Youth Football Night (Irish vs. Burnsville) September 9th
IYF Playoffs Begin September 24th Superbowl and Bowl Saturday is October 1st Equipment return that day at the fields