New Prague Area Community Education

Youth Entering Grades 5th-8th in Fall of 2025 Registration ends on July 27th Welcome to the New Prague Youth Football program! With direct oversight from our NPHS coaching staff, our program is dedicated to providing 5th through 8th grade students in the New Prague Area Schools with an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of football while fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. As part of the New Prague Community Education program, we compete in the Southwest Metro Football League (SWML) against evenly matched teams from neighboring communities such as Chaska, Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Orono, and Waconia. Through structured practices, competitive games, and the guidance of coaches, we aim to prepare our players for success on and off the field, building skills and values that will benefit them in all aspects of life. Participation in the New Prague Youth Football program is about more than winning or losing games. Our goal is to win every game; however, our purpose is to emphasize effort, resilience, and commitment, teaching players that with hard work and determination, they can overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Our coaches are dedicated to designing effective practice plans and fostering a supportive environment where each player can grow, regardless of their physical abilities. We are grateful for the trust that parents place in us and recognize the responsibility we have in shaping not only football players but also responsible young individuals. Registration Process Registration will close on Sunday, July 27, 2025! Any athlete that registers after the registration deadline will be placed on a wait list. The registration fee for tackle football in 2025 is $225. Season At-A-Glance The 2025 tackle football season will begin on Monday, August 4, 2025. Practices for 5th-7th graders will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and games will be played on Saturdays. Practices for 8th graders will be held Monday-Thursday and games will be played on Saturdays. All grades should plan for at least 1 Tuesday night game during their season. The game schedule is drafted by the SWML Board and is typically not released until after the season has begun. The SWML Board must determine the number of teams from each community before developing a game schedule.

This is a great option for younger wrestlers. Practices will be held once a week and are 45 minutes in length. Suggested age groups for this are Pre-K - Kindergarten wrestlers. Practices are more laid back and are open to parent watch. Sign up to have a lot of fun while learning the basics of wrestling. Includes a NP Wrestling t-shirt. Warm-ups are not required at this level. There will be a parent informational meeting scheduled, information will be sent to all registered participants once the details are finalized. Dates, Times, and Location are subject to adjustments. Any changes will be communicated by coaches. _________________

Entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2025 This introductory, “low contact” program is for youth interested in learning about the great game of football. Experience this fall tradition where the emphasis is on learning the fundamentals while having fun. Join NPHS Football Coaches and the Varsity Football Players on Saturday mornings for six weeks of teamwork and flag football fun. The classes will take place on the football field behind the high school. Please note dates are subject to change based on the High School Football Game Schedule.