Atom Tackle

This is the first division that introduces Tackle Football to our players. With the game being played on a smaller field, with fewer players, each player's opportunity to touch the ball and be involved in the play is increased. The focus will be on developing skills, fundamentals, and teamwork while staying active and having fun in an inclusive environment.

Gameplay: 6-a-side football on a modified field.

Eligibility: 8-10 years old, must turn 8 but not turn 11 in the calendar year. Open to all genders!

Spring Session: 2 weeks of Non-Contact practices and 1 week of full equipment/contact practices will be offered in May/June as an introduction to football. 2 Practices a week. We start with 2 weeks on non-contact as part of our commitment to the guidelines and goals of Long Term Athlete Development (https://coach.ca/sites/default/files/2020-02/CAC_7516A_11_LTAD_English_Brochure_FINAL.pdf)

Practice: 2 practices a week - Practices begin in June as part of Spring Camp. No Football in July. Practices will resume in August and run until almost the end of October. Practices are held at the Bethel Church Clubhouse and field. Located at 298 Bethel Dr, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2C5

Games: One game per week. Game locations are in the City of Edmonton and surrounding areas.

Season: Season gameplay begins late August and continues to the end of October.

Equipment

Equipment Rental and Professional Equipment Cleaning - As per registration fees

Helmets
Shoulder Pads
Game Pants & Knee Pads
Practice/Game Jerseys

Mandatory Equipment - NOT PROVIDED

Football Cleats (or acceptable rubber cleat alternative) - No metal cleats
Quality mouth guard
Knee Pads (Volleyball Type)
Football/Sports Girdle (w/ Hip, Thigh pads and Tailbone pads)

If you have questions or need more information, please reach out to:

Marlow Weldon, Head Coach

Sherwood Park Rams - Atom (Flag/Tackle)

atomcoach@sherwoodparkrams.com

EXAMPLES of play for the ATOM level

EE/GB Atom Offensive Playbook

EE/GB Atom Defence Playbook

Registration & Fees

For more registration & fee information - Click here

Are you interested in Coaching, however unsure how to get involved?

Our entire club is run by volunteers! Please reach out to our Coaching Director and we will be in touch with you to help point you in the right direction!