National Gridiron 365 | Archive | July, 2009

Monday Night Football in Hampstead

Posted on 22 July 2009 by .

Maryland Youth Football covered a Monday Night Youth Football exhibition between Mid Maryland’s (7-9) Sykesville Raiders and (7-9) Harford-Baltimore’s Hampstead Ravens! The scrimmage took place on August 17th at Lions Club Field from 6pm-8pm, both teams played well and the coaching from all teams was phenomenal! Be sure to check out the highlight video!

Have an upcoming event? Want Maryland Youth Football to cover it for FREE? Contact Brandon Dunn at 410-294-2921 or main@marylandyouthfootball.com to schedule it!
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MDYF’s 2010 Jamboree

Posted on 17 July 2009 by .

MDYF 2010 Jamboree


2010 marks MDYF’s second annual FREE football Jamboree at Good Counsel High School. This year the Jamboree will be held on Sunday August 15th from 10am-2pm and will feature some of the most talented 11-13 and Unlimited teams in the state of Maryland. Check out last years pictures (below) and the highlight video (to the right).


The Jamboree format will be an eight team round robin, each scrimmage will be 20 minutes and teams will switch possessions after every ten plays for the duration of the game clock. Schedules will be announced when all teams have registered, we will only accept the first eight teams to accept their invitation.


Contact Brandon with any questions.



Click HERE for 2009 MDYF Jamboree Pictures!



2010 Confirmed Attendees


(11-13) Teams:

1. Columbia Ravens (Mid Maryland)

2. Liberty Lions (MAYFC)

3. Loch Raven (Baltimore Beltway)

4. Rockville Bears (RFL)

5. South Germantown Panthers (Mid Maryland)

6. Westlake Bulldogs (Capital Beltway)

7. White Oak Warriors (Pop Warner)

8.


Unlimited:

1. KLM Steelers (MUYFA)

2. Montgomery Cowboys (MPWAYFL)

3. Old Mill Patriots (Anne Arundel)

4. Pasadena Chargers (Anne Arundel)

5. Soloman Steelers (Calvert County)

6. Spirit of Faith Warriors (MPWAYFL)

7. St. Francis (Middle School League)

8. Upper Marlboro (Anne Arundel)




2009 Participants:

Montgomery Village, Rockville Bears, PG Chargers, Pasadena Panthers, Olney Bears, Grey Charles Comanches, North Harford, Reisterstown Mustangs, Mt. Airy, St. Francis, West Carroll Vets, and the KLM Cougars. 


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MDYF’s Full Contact Camp Video

Posted on 15 July 2009 by .

MDYF’s 2009 Full Contact Camp was a great success! Special thanks to players, parents, Good Counsel, and the great coaches that made the camp possible. Please enjoy these camp videos, and contact Steve Brown to receive a DVD copy of the camp video: 443-878-3445 or Steve@MarylandYouthFootball.com. Camp DVD’s are $15. 

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Maryland Middle School Combine

Posted on 07 July 2009 by .

Don English, coach for the 12U Pasadena Chargers is making a difference for youth athletes on and off the playing field. English, several youth coaches from the Anne Arundel football league, and local high school coaches came together to host a three day football camp at The Severn School from June 26-28. The camp’s official name is the Maryland Middle School Combine; the camp focused on position techniques and drills, combine testing and athletic conditioning led by API (Athletic Performance Inc.), facilitating relationships with youth players, their parents, and high school coaches, and the importance of association as a scholar athlete. 2009 marks the second year of English’s three day camp and with over 70 participants and some of the best youth and high school coaches on board, English’s three day camp provides a great service to Maryland’s youth.

 

The goal of the program was to evaluate players over the three day period in different position testing drills (lead by high school coaches) and some of the basic combine test: 40 yard dash and pro agility (led by API). Players were instructed on the proper ways to perform each test/drill and evaluated on technique, explosion, and timing throughout the camp. At the conclusion of the youth season, English’s plan is put together another showcase to re-evaluate players and their progress. 
When MDYF was present at the camp, coaches from Arch Bishop Curley: Rocco Bruno, Terry Heintzen, and John Locthe were working with running backs and linebackers. Running backs focused on agility, cutting, stance, handoffs, hit and spin, and the stiff arm; while linebacker drills focused on stance, agility, footwork, formation responsibilities, and reading/reacting to offense. Over the first two days of camp, coaches explained processes to players, critiqued performance, and recorded times. On the last day players put together everyting they learned and were timed through all drills, every player received written and verbal feedback from their high school lead position coaches on areas of improvement, so that they can work on and improve their fundamentals. 
Troy Wilson, head football coach at The Severn School worked with the quarterbacks; his position drills focused on the 3 and 5 step drops, timing, reading defenses, routes, and the rollout. While most of his time was spent on technique and form, Wilson made sure all participants understood the leadership qualities QB’s must understand and practice, as even if the QB is the captain of the team, he is the leader of the offense. 
MDYF also spoke to Will Ruhl, parent of Mackenzie Ruhl who plays for the Pasadena Chargers 13U team. He played wide receiver and was return specialist at Penn State from 1990-1994, where he won three bowl rings in four years. He spent his time during the camp helping out with receivers and defensive backs, it was refreshing to hear his reason for participating was to ensure his son and others had the opportunity to showcase their abilities to local coaches, stay out of trouble, and to have fun!
Along with skills portion of the camp, English made sure to designate a portion of each day as a forum to discuss the dangers and consequences that come from associating with gangs and the importance of school.  When questioned ¾ of camp participants responded that they knew of gangs in their area and ¼ knew people that use or sell drugs. Considering the age of participants, this was surprising to several parents, but served as an eye opener to discuss these issues further with their children. 
We all know the term student athlete, but everyone is a student; English and MDYF want youth players to be scholar athlete’s, excelling well over mediocrity on the football field and in life. English’s three day camp was a success and MDYF appreciates the work he and the other members did to host such a positive event; MDYF looks forward to working with them in the future.
Other high school coaches present at the camp included: Mike Whittles (Spalding), Ron Smalley (Old Mill), Donald Davis (Calvert Hall), Brian Abbott (Loyola), and Bill McGregor (DaMatha).
Like the article? Want MDYF to come to one of your events? Contact Brandon@marylandyouthfootball.com.
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Good Counsel Coaching Clinic

Posted on 02 July 2009 by .

Good Counsel Falcon Coaching Clinic

Good counsel will be hosting their 10th annual youth football coaches clinic

When: Sunday July 18th from 2pm-5pm

Cost: $25

Location: Kane Center at Good Counsel High School


Contact Coach Bob Milloy for more information: 301-674-0136. 

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