USA Football is the sport’s national governing body and member of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. They design and deliver premier educational, development, and competitive programs and resources to advance the sport. Together with Special Olympics, they’ve created step-by-step skill progressions that help coaches better teach the game’s fundamentals in line with their Football Development Model and commitment to Football For All®.
USA Football has developed a set of resources for developmental sports coaches teaching the fundamentals of flag football to Special Olympics athletes. These resources consist of practice tips divided by football-specific skills and the age range of the athletes.
- Running and Receiving Tips (PDF)
- Passing Tips (PDF)
- Kicking and Punting Tips (PDF)
- Athletic Foundations Tips (PDF)
For more information, visit USA Football’s website.