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Northwest Valley Ducks intro to tackle football is offered for 5th and 6th graders. The player pool is all kids that are living in the Swanton, Highgate, Franklin, Alburgh and Berkshire are in the NWV Ducks territory. Open towns include Sheldon, Enosburg, Richford, Montgomery. They can choose where to play. This program is supported by Swanton Recreation. The team will compete in the Northern Vermont Youth Football League(NVYFL) in Division 2.

Registration: Monday April 1st- Friday August 30th
Cost: $90
Scholarships: Please contact Nick at athletics.swantonrec@gmail.com
Start Date: Monday August 11th
End Date: Saturday October 18th
Time: 5:15-7:30pm

Helpful questions.
What is competitive tackle football?
-This program will introduce the competitive side of football with the focus on player safety and teaching all techniques. All coaches will be USA Football certified in Blocking and Tackling to ensure proper techniques are taught correctly using best practice methods. The game is limited in what defenses can do and will be played on a smaller field. Weight limits will be in place to ensure player safety. Kids 105lbs or under will be able to be Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers. Kids 115lbs or under will be able to be a pass catching Tight End. Defense does not have weight restrictions so the coaches will use best judgement in putting kids in the best position possible to succeed. Kick off and Kick return are removed for player safety. Punt and punt return are controlled.

What will my player learn?
-Your player will learn the most basic fundamentals on how to block and tackle in the game of football. They will also get an opportunity to compete using their techniques learned throughout the year. They will learn self confidence, respect for others and develop teamwork. 

Is there equipment?
-Yes. We have purchased helmets, shoulder pads, integrated football pants and jerseys for all players. All equipment will be returned to the Rec. department at the end of the season. Any equipment that is not returned will result in an invoice sent to guardians of the player.

What will my player need?
-Mouth guard, cleats and water bottle. Any additional football equipment will not be provided such as football gloves, forearm pads etc.

When is it?
-Practices will begin August 11th and the season will end by October 18th. Game schedule is TBD.

Who are the coaches?
Steve Eddy- Head Coach, Nate Messier- Asst.

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Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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5/6 Intro to Tackle 
12y 11m and under 5 - 6 TuThF  08/12/2025 - 10/17/2025
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
John R Raleigh III Memorial Field #1 (Softball Field) 		$90.00 Res, $90.00 Non-Res
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