ISA ACADEMY
Tackle Football

Position-specific. Development-first. Built for the long game.

The ISA Tackle Football Academy. Built around the US development model.

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The Program

The ISA Tackle Football Academy runs positional development across offense and defense with a particular focus on line play, skill positions, and football IQ. Built around the US development model, the program prepares athletes for competitive tackle environments, showcase opportunities, and long-term pathway progression.

12-Week Calendar

A year, one week at a time.

  1. Week 1January

    Athlete Assessment

    Speed, strength, football IQ, and positional baseline. Logged into ISA Athlete Passport.

    Club benefit: Verified starting point for tracking development over time.

  2. Week 2–3February

    Positional Focus

    O-line and D-line technique alongside skill position development. Pad level, hand fighting, footwork, and leverage for linemen. Route running, blocking, and coverage for skill players.

    Club benefit: Athletes return to their club with clearer positional identity and sharper execution.

  3. Week 4March

    Offensive Line & Backfield

    Offensive line and backfield combinations. Run game concepts and protection schemes.

    Club benefit: Athletes understand the why behind every block and every read.

  4. Week 5April

    Defensive Line & Linebacker

    Gap responsibility, pursuit angles, and tackling technique.

    Club benefit: Defensive awareness and discipline transfer directly to club play.

  5. Week 6May

    Competition Preparation

    Live game environments. Red zone situations. Two-minute drill.

    Club benefit: Athletes are ready for the highest pressure moments.

  6. Week 7June

    Strength & Power

    Strength and power development specific to tackle football demands.

    Club benefit: Physical edge entering summer and pre-season.

  7. Week 8August

    Pre-Tournament Systems

    Full offensive and defensive game plans. Travel squad selection.

    Club benefit: Athletes playing within a system perform better and are easier to coach.

  8. Week 9September

    Tournament Execution

    Travel squad confirmed. High-pressure simulation. Full game preparation.

    Club benefit: Competitive composure.

  9. Week 10October

    Review

    Post-tournament individual review. Passport updated.

    Club benefit: Honest feedback builds better athletes faster.

  10. Week 11November

    Advanced Blocking & Pass Rush

    Advanced blocking schemes and pass rush concepts.

    Club benefit: Athletes who understand the game at this level are the ones clubs build around.

  11. Week 12December

    Year-End

    Full year reviewed. Pathway and recruiting visibility updated.

    Club benefit: A verified football record built across a full year.

Competitive Experience

One ISA-hosted domestic tackle tournament. One international showcase or travel game event — fully covered for enrolled athletes.

What's Included

Everything you need to develop.

  • —12 weeks of professional coaching
  • —ISA-branded Under Armour kit at enrollment
  • —ISA Athlete Passport — your full development record
  • —ISA SafePlay insurance from day one (powered by Chubb)
  • —Domestic tournament entry
  • —International travel game as an athlete benefit
  • —Access to ISA Recruiting Portal at age 15

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