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Carol Kopca answered “i want to sign my 9 year and 10 year old boys up for football. where do i go to in chicago,il” She said:
Best place to start checking is Pop Warner Football. They offer a huge aray of organizations throughout the Chicagoland area and Suburbs.
September 07, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “This is My first year coaching tackle football. I know the game I played 4 yrs in highschool and 2 years in college. need some tips” She said:
Welcome to coaching! I've coached youth football for 2 years now. First, I would highly suggest that you make a point to be their coach but someone they can confide in as well. Players at that age are very moldable shall we say. They adhere to any... Continue reading »
September 07, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “My grandson is 9 years old and wants to sign up for football.” She said:
My best suggestion is to check two places: Pop Warner (their website can direct you to the nearest organization) or your local park district. If either one of those don't guide to you to the right spot always check with the high school football coach... Continue reading »
September 07, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “Could you please help me find a youth football team in drumright for my son he will be in the 4th grade thanks mandie” She said:
Two places to check: www.popwarner.com Select "Find a League", then your state. You can contact the local Pop Warner regional office to find a team near you. If they don't have one I would suggest calling your local high school. Most high school co... Continue reading »
April 14, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “Is there anywhere to play tackle football?” She said:
First try www.popwarner.com . They are nationally known youth football organization that has hundreds of leagues across the US. Just click find a league, find your state, it will show you the regional locations to contact. If there isn't a Pop War... Continue reading »
April 14, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “Who and what number can I contact for sign ups to Pop Warner football in the El Centro Area?” She said:
First log into their site www.popwarner.org and find out which local division is near you. Pop Warner nationally breaks down into many different regional areas. They will be able to give you the local where you will be able to find a mor direct tow... Continue reading »
April 14, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “Can anyone tell me where I can find info on how to prepare myself to coach pee wee football for the first time?” She said:
usafootball.com is a great start.
This will be my second year as the only female football coach for our area and I love it! I'm not hard with them (last year 11-13 yr, this year I move up with them to 12-14!!) but I let them know if they want respect... Continue reading »March 14, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “What do you say to parents who want to write an angry email to their child's coach? Does it really help>” She said:
Speed Guru...great answer!
This will be my second year coaching youth football. Take into account I'm a woman and also the Mother of one of the players. At the start of any season coaches should make parents aware of their attitude towards the team ... Continue reading »March 14, 2011 -
Carol Kopca answered “I am looking to get my 9yr old son involved in sports. He wants to play football and I don't know where to start with getting him started.” She said:
If he hasn't played a team sport I would recommend flag football. It teaches your basics and also prepares him for the quick play action of football. If there isn't a flag program near you and you have a tackle program I would highly recommend having... Continue reading »
March 14, 2011 -
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Carol Kopca answered “Looking for creative fundraising ideas. We're doing canning, bake sales and pot luck dinners. Any thoughts?” She said:
The most effective fundraising idea our organization has done is World's Finest Chocolates! It's fast to order, inexpensive and anything ready to use/eat right away is always a great fundraiser! You can also call your local restaurants (locally ours ... Continue reading »
November 11, 2010 -
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Carol Kopca answered “Switching from one pop warner league in same area to another (a transfer). Can this be done?” She said:
I'm sorry as well to hear of your poor experience with your league. I've run into a few 'questionable' coaches in our Pop Warner league as well. I won't address the switching of leagues because your first responder was correct, probably too late afte... Continue reading »
October 21, 2010 -
Carol Kopca answered “has any1 hard about a drill that has kids about 20yrd apart at doing sideline tackling at full speed with ball carrier turning up 4 contact” She said:
Can't say I know the name but I know the drill. A running back and /or Wide Receiver should be the sideline runner. 2 Defense players (pick your poison) should start at the line of scrimmage. Whistle is blown; offensive takes off. It is the Defense... Continue reading »
August 04, 2010 -
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Carol Kopca answered “Football” She said:
I agree with Mary. Our league is Pop Warner and they offer a great program for kids.
Start with finding out what your local town participates in. Pop Warner website is a great way to find out or visit your local recreation center. Right now sign up... Continue reading »August 02, 2010 -
Carol Kopca answered “i am a new coaching 5-6 year old pop warner. what drills should i use” She said:
As you may have guessed keeping the mind of 5-6 yr olds can be challenging. You're best to start off with simple warm up stretching, use this as a gage of where their minds are and who shows a bit of leadership. I coach 10-13 yr olds and anything wh... Continue reading »
August 02, 2010 -
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Carol Kopca answered “Can anyone recommend a good playbook software for football?” She said:
Hi Ken. I pulled up a really good link this morning. Has some basic drills and I believe the website has a play book as well. It's worth a try. I glanced over the drills and they are very easily broken down, a few that I already incorporate with my... Continue reading »
August 02, 2010 -
Carol Kopca has joined Weplay!
August 02, 2010
Carol Kopca leveled up and is now a Street Rookie.