Contact Football Programs
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NORTH SASK ACADEMY
SPRING GRADE 8-11
NORTHERN SASK ACADEMY
The Saskatoon Minor Football North Sask Academy is intended to allow players from Saskatoon and area to experience a high level of instruction and competition in the game of Football from a specialized position.
The Academy will be open to players born in ]2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 or in Grade 8 to Grade 11 .
As part of the Academy, SMF is offering additional position specific training for your selected Primary Position. The cost is $165 and includes 6 position specific 1 hour indoor turf sessions. These sessions will focus on skill development to prepare all Academy athletes prior to the spring season.
The Academy will practice twice a week. The players in the Academy will receive training in Football Skills, Football Systems, Football Analysis, and Leadership Skills. Strength and football specific off-field training session will also be offered at Ignite Athletic Conditioning as a part of the program.
The purpose of the Academy is to enhance an athletes football knowledge and on field performance. This program will prepare players for the U16 and U18 provincial team try-outs as well as their High School season.
League will be divided into two division
- U16 Born in 2009 & 2010
- Varsity Born in 2006 or later
North Sask Varsity Academy Dates
- Academy ID Camp - April 22nd - April 25th
- Academy Draft - April 25th
- Week 1 Games - Wednesday May 1st
- Week 2 Games - Wednesday May 8th
- Week 3 Games - Wednesday May 15th
- Week 4 Games - Wednesday May 22nd
- Week 5 Games - Wednesday May 29th
- Championship Final - June 5th
North Sask U16 Academy Dates
- Academy ID Camp April 15th - April 18th
- Week 1 Games - Friday May 3rd
- Week 2 Games - Friday May 10th
- Week 3 Games - Friday May 17th
- Championship Final - May 24th
KINSMEN FOOTBALL LEAGUE
FALL GRADE 6-9
KINSMEN FOOTBALL LEAGUE INFORMATION
The Kinsmen Football League (KFL) is a minor tackle football league that has been operating in Saskatoon for 55 years. There are two (2) age groups in the KFL: the Hilltop age group is for Grade 6 & 7 players, while the Huskies age group is for Grade 8 & 9 players. The Hilltops league is Canadian 9-aside football rules, and the Huskies league is Canadian 12-aside football rules.
WHO:
- Males and Females in Grades 6-9
WHAT:
- Tackle Football (All Experiences)
- Huskies Grade 8-9 Division
- Hilltops Grade 6-7 Division
WHEN:
- End of August to Beginning of November
WHERE:
- Games played at SMF Field
- Practices at local fields throughout Saskatoon and surrounding communities
WHY:
- Have a great experience learning skills playing tackle football.
SIXASIDE TACKLE
SPRING GRADE 5-8
SIX-A-SIDE TACKLE FOOTBALL INFORMATION
Six-A-Side football is a game intended for Grades 5 through 8 football players. The game is played on a smaller field with fewer players which increases each players opportunity to touch the ball and be involved in the play. Five of the six offensive players are eligible receivers to catch the ball. The game is shoot out format similar to NCAA, USPORT, or CFL overtime where each team will gain possession of the ball on their own 30 yard line with an opportunity to score.
The focus of the league is skill development. Coaches will take the time to teach each player a variety of positions in a fun inclusive environment. As an introduction to tackle football the Six-A-Side game is superior; it allows for a far bigger skill set to be developed for each player. Fewer players on each team ensures that there is more one on one coaching made available to each player.
WHO:
- Males & Females in Grade 5-8
WHAT:
- Six-a-side Tackle Football(All Experiences)
- Grade 7-8 Huskies Division
- Grade 5-6 Hilltops Division
WHEN:
- End of April to End of June
WHERE:
- Games played at SMF Field
WHY:
- Learn Multiple Positions as a great introduction to tackle Football
- Focus is on skill development
F.A.T.E Female
High School Tackle Fall
Grades 9-12
SASKATOON FATE FEMALE TACKLE FOOTBALL INFORMATION
Introducing The Saskatoon Fate (Female Athletes Tackling Excellence), a groundbreaking female tackle football program, the first of its kind in Saskatoon!
As part of The Saskatoon Fate, you'll have the opportunity to participate in exhilarating six-a-side tackle football games. Imagine the adrenaline rush as you execute the perfect tackle, the thrill of scoring a touchdown, and the camaraderie of being part of a dedicated team. This is your chance to be a part of something historic and lay the foundation for future generations of female football players across the country.
Our program is open to high school females in Saskatoon who are ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of tackle football. We're planning to hold games in the fall, on Wednesdays, with two practices per week. Our expert coaching staff is dedicated to your development, ensuring that you gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive on the field.
Playground to Pros Camp
Easter Break Grades 5-8
PLAYGROUND TO PROS CAMP SERIES
The playground to pros camp series encompasses all camps run by Saskatoon Minor Football. We follow the same pathway for all camps focusing on the development of skills and furthering a football player's Football IQ.
KFL Summer Prep Camp
August Grades 6-9
KFL SUMMER PREP CAMP
SMF is proud to offer The KFL Summer Prep Camp. This three day skills and football fundamental camp will focus on transforming each athlete into a well rounded player and ready to hit the season running. This will be achieved through inclusive positional training from some of Saskatoon's top coaches and players. We will have a minimum of 2 coaches per position.
Non-Contact Programs
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TYKES ON SPIKES
PHYSICAL LITERACY PROGRAM
SPRING AND FALL AGES 3-5
TYKES ON SPIKES
Tykes on Spikes is an introduction to Fundamental Sport Skills and Fundamental Football Skills using a fun collection of games and activities that keep youngsters active and instil a love for sport and football.
This is a learn to play football camp and will be offered to any three, four, five, and six year old boy or girl looking develop a flag football skill set, fundamental movement skills, and a foundation for physical literacy .
The program will consist of five sessions held on Sundays in the Spring and the Fall. This program teachers the skills of carrying, catching, and throwing the football as well as flagging, running, jumping, and moving the body with speed, balance and control. We coach in a progressive manner building on a week-to-week basis with our main focus on having lots of fun!!
WHO:
- Males & Females ages 3-5
WHAT:
- Learn to program that teaches fundamental movement skills, some basic football skills, and lays the foundation of physical literacy.
WHEN:
- Spring Season Sundays in May and June
- Fall Season Sundays Sept and Oct
WHERE:
- Sessions at Wilson Park
WHY:
- Have a great experience and lots of fun developing a love for moving and physical activity
LIL'TOPS 3on3 FLAG
PRESCHOOL AGES 4-5
LIL'TOPS 3on3 FLAG FOOTBALL
The Lil'Tops Program is a pre-school program intended to be a bridge between Tykes and NFL Youth Flag Football. It has structured drills
WHO:
- Males & Females ages Pre K 4 or 5
WHAT:
- Learn to skills program that teaches basic football skills, and gameplay
WHEN:
- Spring Season Saturdays in May and June
- Fall Season Saturdays Sept and Oct
WHERE:
- Sessions at TBD
WHY:
- Have a great experience and lots of fun developing a love for football and physical activity
NFL YOUTH 5on5 FLAG FOOTBALL
SPRING AND FALL GRADE K-12
NFL 5on5 YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL
5 on 5 Flag Football is a skill development based league offered to Grades K-8 boys and girls in Saskatoon and surrounding area. Our non-competitive philosophy emphasizes the importance of football fundamentals, skills, team work, and sportsmanship.
Our league has six divisions:
Colts Kindergarten & Grade 1
Stampeders Grades 2 & 3
Hilltops Grades 4 & 5
Huskies Grades 6 & 7
Riders Grades 8 & 9
Rams Grades 10-12.
The Spring schedules games only Saturdays at SMF Field. In the Fall games are both mid week on City of Saskatoon Fields and Saturdays on SMF Field.
WHO:
- Males & Females in Kindergarten - Grade 12
WHAT:
- 5on5 Flag Football (All Experiences)
- Grade 10-12 Rams Division (All Female Division Available)
- Grade 8-9 Rider Division (All Female Division Available)
- Grade 6-7 Huskie Division (All Female Division Available)
- Grade 4-5 Hilltops Division (All Female Division Available)
- Grade 2-3 Stampeders Division (All Female Division Available)
- Grade K-1 Colts Division
- Pre-K Lil'Tops Division (3on3 Flag Football)
- *Divisions Require a minimum of 4 teams.
WHEN:
- Beginning of May to End of June for spring. September until mid October for fall season.
- In FALL ONLY Each Teams have Collaborative Practices and Scrimmages
- Colts Mondays
- Stampeders Tuesdays
- Hilltops Wednesdays
- Huskies Thursdays
WHERE:
- Games played at SMF Field & Grass Fields Throughout the City
WHY:
- Have a great experience and lots of fun playing flag football
RUSH FEMALE
HIGH SCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL
SPRING GRADE 9-12
RUSH HIGH SCHOOL FEMALE FLAG FOOTBALL INFORMATION
To engage females in the sport of football to promote active living, skillful movement, social interactions and the love of the game. The girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, catching and running in a non-contact setting while creating an ideal atmosphere for FUN.
Our goal is to encourage females from Grade 1 -12 to play flag football.
It is exciting to see that with every new flag season, more females are registering to play flag football.
WHO:
Females in Grade 9-12
WHAT:
- 5on5 Flag Football (All Experiences)
- Grade 11-12 Valkyries Division
- Grade 9-10 Crush Division
WHEN:
- End of April to mid June
- Gr 11-12 Valkyries Division - play on Tuesday 5:30-7:00pm
- Gr 9-10 Crush Division - play on Monday 5:30-7:00pm
WHERE:
- Games played at SMF Field, Forest Park, Kate Waygood & Wilson Park
WHY:
- Have a great experience and lots of fun playing flag football
TOON SQUAD
COMPETITITVE FLAG LEAGUE
MALE & FEMALE GRADE 9-12
Toon Squad League 5on5 Flag Football - Olympic Pathway
Eligible Players: Born in 2006 - 2011
Fall Competitive Flag Football League
- Monday Evenings in the Fall
- Single Player Registration
- Full Player & Team Statistics each game
- Exciting Game Day Atmosphere
- Great Coaching
- Great way to be identified for Toon Squad Travel Teams
- Toon Squad Travel Team Tryout Included in League Participation
TOON SQUAD TRAVEL TEAMS
MALE & FEMALE U16 & U19 TEAMS
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Travel Teams for Non-Contact Football Internationally
- 17U and 15U Divisions
- Tryouts in Late October Early November
- Practices Indoors
- Great Coaching
- Measure yourself against top intentational Athletes including NCAA commits
- Prepare yourself on the Olympic Pathway