Program Outline for Football Manitoba Elite High Performance Flag Teams

  1. Elite Flag – ID Camp (January 19 and 26, 2025)

Location: Axworthy Recplex, 350 Spence St.

Objective: The purpose of this camp is to identify the most talented athletes for the Elite High Performance Flag Team Manitoba. These sessions will allow coaching staff to assess players’ skills, speed, and football IQ.

Details:

    • January 19 and 26, 2025
      • U18 Girls – Field A: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
      • U16 Boys – Field B: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
      • U19 Boys – Field C: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
      • U16 Girls – Field A: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
      • U19 Girls – Field B: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
      • U18 Boys – Field C: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Structure:

    • Warm-up and dynamic stretching
    • Skills assessment (passing, catching, flag pulling)
    • Drills for position-specific skills (quarterback, receiver, defender)
    • Scrimmages or competitive play for live action assessment
    • Cool down and feedback for improvement
    • Athletes will be encouraged to demonstrate their best skills and football knowledge to ensure selection.
  1. Selection Practices (Sundays from February 9 – March 30, 2025)

Objective: These practice sessions are designed to further evaluate the selected athletes from the ID Camp. The goal is to assess their performance in a structured, team-oriented environment, focusing on teamwork, communication, and strategic play.

Details:

    • Dates: Every Sunday from February 9 to March 30, 2025
    • Time: Practices may run from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM (exact timing to be confirmed)
    • Location: Axworthy Recplex, 350 Spence St.
    • Content:
      • Position-specific training
      • Team strategies and playbook review
      • Skills development, focusing on areas such as route running, flag pulling, and quarterback decision-making
      • Conditioning drills to maintain fitness levels and agility
      • Team-building exercises to foster cohesion
      • Coaches’ assessments of players’ improvement and adaptability

Outcome: This period will help narrow down the athlete pool to those who have demonstrated consistency and growth in their individual skills, as well as their ability to contribute to the team’s success.

  1. Final Roster Selection (March 31, 2025)

Objective: To make the final selection of players for the Team Manitoba Elite High Performance Flag Teams.

Details:

    • Date: March 31, 2025
    • Process:
      • Coaches will review performance during selection practices, with feedback from various drills, scrimmages, and tactical exercises.
      • Players will be evaluated based on:
        • Skill level and technique
        • Ability to work within the team concept
        • Work ethic and attitude during practices
        • Consistency in performance throughout the selection process
      • Final decisions on team composition will be based on the individual player’s strengths, fitness level, and tactical understanding.
    • Notification: Athletes selected for the final roster will be contacted after the selection process.
  1. Team Practices (Various Days from April 1 – May 14, 2025)

Objective: To prepare the selected athletes for competition at the Elite Flag Nationals by focusing on team cohesion, strategy, and high-performance training.

Details:

    • Dates: April 1 – May 14, 2025 (exact schedule will be communicated)
    • Frequency: Multiple sessions per week, including weekday evening and weekend practices
    • Location: TBD
    • Content:
      • Full team practices with a focus on team offense and defense strategies
      • Intensive drills designed to refine skills and increase overall team performance
      • Tactical discussions, playbook review, and game
      • Fitness training, agility work, and conditioning to improve stamina and prevent injuries
    • Goal: To create a cohesive, competitive, and well-conditioned team capable of performing at the highest level at Nationals.
  1. Team Manitoba Elite Flag Teams at Elite Flag Nationals
         (May 16-19, 2025)

Objective: To compete at the highest level against other top flag teams in the nation at the Elite Flag Nationals, showcasing the skills and preparation that the team has developed during the months of training.

Details:

    • Dates: May 16 – 19, 2025
    • Location: Queen’s University – Kingston, ON
    • Content:
      • The team will compete in various games during the tournament, facing off against other high-performance teams from across Canada.
      • The coaching staff will support the athletes by managing game strategies, player rotations, and maintaining a positive, focused team atmosphere.
      • Mental resilience will be key, with coaches providing guidance during games on maintaining composure and making smart decisions under pressure.
      • The primary objective is to perform to the best of their abilities, representing Team Manitoba at the national level and pursuing a championship title.
      • Team Manitoba will also be focusing on player development through exposure to national-level competition, giving athletes valuable experience.

Conclusion:

This comprehensive program is designed to maximize the potential of athletes selected for the Elite High Performance Flag Team Manitoba. The combination of ID camps, selection practices, team practices, and Nationals preparation ensures that athletes will develop their skills, teamwork, and fitness to compete at the highest level. Each step of the process is focused on building a championship-caliber team capable of representing Manitoba with excellence at the Elite Flag Nationals in 2025.