FCCA Convention 2011 recap

The 2011 Football Canada Coaches Association (FCCA) convention is now in the books. The inaugural event attracted 211 participants including 134 coaching delegates, 19 volunteers, 6 organizing committee members, 18 speakers and 34 exhibitor delegates. Coach Marc Trestman, after his great presentation, commented on the convention saying it was a “first class event”. Nick Inzerello from USA Football said it was “as good as any clinic & convention I have ever attended. Every coach knew their craft and I learned a ton this weekend”.

Some of the high lights of the two day event included:

HILITES FROM THE WEEKEND:

– Tom Annett (Sault Ste. Marie) wowed everyone in attendance with a great presentation on the ‘no huddle’ offense

– Marc Trestman showed why he is a back-to-back Grey Cup champion with a thorough and informative presentation

– Duane Forde’s presentation on running backs was a tremendous introduction for any coach

– Burke Erwin showed how Barrie North practices and prepares their high school players

– Corey Chamblin got the crowd involved with his defensive back and defensive system presentation

– “Investor’s Group Volunteer Sport Administrator Award” award handed out to Paul Bartle

– Veteran CFL coach and GM Adam Rita enjoying all the presentations he attended

– Heath Weir showing how Huron Heights runs and practices the triple, veer, and mid-line option

– Mike Rumleski’s presentation on 6-a-side football and how schools with small populations can still be a ‘football school’

– Bob Swan explaining the research behind Football Canada’s ‘Long Term Athlete Development’ (LTAD) model and the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)

– the exhibitor hall, introducing coaches to a variety of products from Riddell, Marchants, Rawlings, Alpha QB Academy, Super Elite Football Camp, Baron Rings, Jostens, Sport Supply Company, and Big Kahuna

– Joe Mlinaric explaining the Essex Ravens 30 defense

– USA high school coach Paul Wilson telling the audience how they run their 12-month program and what they do on special teams

– Mike Danichewsky showing a variety of drills and game film used at the minor football level

– Mike MacDonald & Mike Samples with a spirited presentation on Offensive & Defensive line play and bringing along some of their own players to demonstrate drills

– Glenn Kulka’s discussion on clean sports and the downfalls of prolonged Steroid use

– NFL veteran coach John Levra getting the delegates involved demonstrating a variety of drills

– Nick Inzerello’s presentation on their age appropriate research and the work they have done with Football Canada and other sports organizations around the world

– Greg Marshall (Saskatchewan Roughriders) using 4 Corpus Christi high school players to demonstrate defensive line pass rush drills and techniques

– Marcel Bellefeuille (Hamilton Tiger Cats) relating what they do with the Ti-Cats and how you can use the information to apply to your minor or high school teams

QUOTES FROM THE WEEKEND:

– “Once coaches hear about what went on here today they are going to make this their destination for a coaching clinic” Mark Pankow, Smith Falls Ontario

– “This was the perfect venue to launch our new football line” Jason Rabjohn, Rawlings Canada

– “The wide range of topics was very impressive” Nick Inzerello, USA Football

– “Great day for Football in Canada with the information provided for all levels including community through to university” Rick Soweita, Director of Sport, Football Canada

– “I want a copy of that presentation” Marc Trestman, after watching high school / minor coach Tom Annett (Sault Ste. Marie)

– “Great Convention” members of the York Lions, Western Mustangs, Guelph Gryphons & McMaster Marauders

– “Great convention can’t wait for the next one” Steve McMillan – Cornwall, Ontario

– “It was a great weekend and well worth the time” Greg White – Jacob Hespeler – Cambridge, Ontario

– “Really enjoyed the opportunity to present at such a great event” Burke Erwin – Barrie North

The FCCA organizing committee would like to thank all 211 participants that made this such a great event. The FCCA plans to evaluate the feedback and other variables and announce some time this summer the 2012 date and location of the convention.

About FCCA:

The FCCA was created to help coaches across Canada continue to develop their skills and knowledge of the game of Canadian football, coaching, leadership, nutrition, strength & conditioning, and game related health issues. The FCCA is a compliment to the Football Canada National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP).
FCCA is a joint venture between FOOTBALL CANADA (sports governing body) and www.canadafootballchat.com Ltd. This partnership enables 100% of Football Canada’s net proceeds from the FCCA to be invested in Canadian football coaching development and training.

More information available at www.fcca.ca