🏈 HI Team Moms!! Today's question is: “My child is playing football for the first time… What should I expect?” My son/daughter just signed up for football, and I’m excited but honestly a little overwhelmed. I want to be supportive, but I have so many questions… 🏈 What does a football season actually look like? 🏈 How much time commitment should I expect between practices, games, and team events? 🏈 What equipment does my athlete really need? 🏈 What are the things I should know as a parent before the first practice? 🏈 How do I support my athlete if they struggle, get nervous, or don’t get the playing time they hoped for? 🏈 What do all these football terms mean? (Because right now I feel like everyone is speaking a different language) I want my child to have a great experience, build confidence, learn teamwork, and enjoy the game — but I also want to be prepared as a parent. Experienced football moms… what advice would you give a first-year football family? 👇 Drop your best tips below! And if you’re a new football mom , welcome to the team! 🏈💙 This is exactly why Football Academy for Moms was created: to help moms understand the game, support their athletes, and feel confident on the sideline. Looking for more info? Check out the classroom! Coach Mikki will equip you with everything you need to know about football and how to have a winning season as a football mom! #FirstTimeFootballMom #FootballMomLife #PopWarnerFootball #YouthFootball #FootballFamily

🏈 Dear First-Time Football Mom… Welcome to the Huddle. 🏈 You signed your son or daughter up for football… and now you’re probably wondering: ❓ What does my athlete need at practice? ❓ What do all these football terms mean? ❓ Why does the coach keep yelling “Cover 2” or “Mike linebacker”? ❓ How do I support my athlete without adding pressure? ❓ What happens if they get hurt? Take a deep breath, Mom. ❤️ Every football mom starts somewhere. The first season can feel overwhelming: the schedule, the equipment, the rules, the emotions, the wins, the losses, and everything in between. 🏈 Inside Football Academy for Moms, I’ll help you understand: ✅ Football basics & positions ✅ What coaches are really looking for ✅ How to communicate with your athlete ✅ Safety, hydration & injury prevention ✅ How to survive a football season with confidence ✅ How to become your athlete’s biggest supporter For over 18 years, I’ve coached football from Pop Warner to high school and helped families navigate the game from the sideline to the field. Now I’m bringing that knowledge to YOU. Because football isn’t just a game… It’s memories. It’s confidence. It’s life lessons. And Mom… you deserve to understand the game your athlete loves. 🏈💙 Welcome to the team. 👇 Comment “HUDDLE” if you’re a first-time football mom who wants to feel prepared this season. #FootballMom #FirstTimeFootballMom #FootballAcademyForMoms #PopWarnerMom #YouthFootball #FootballFamily

Bring it in, Team Mom's!!! I’m Coach Mikki St. Germain. I’ve been coaching football for 18 years at every level from Pop Warner to high school and college programs, and I’m also a mom. I know exactly what it feels like to sit in the stands, want to support your athlete, and not fully understand what’s happening on the field. That is why I am here, to coach you up and help you understand the game! This community was created so you can finally understand football in a simple, clear way : with no confusion, intimidation, or “football language barrier.” Just real understanding. Inside this group, I’ll be breaking down: • Football basics and rules • Positions and what they actually do • How plays and formations work • Player safety and development • What coaches are really looking for • Youth football through college-level insight And yes, we will have live Q&A sessions where you can ask anything and get real answers. This is your space to learn, ask questions, and grow your football IQ so you can confidently support your athlete every step of the way. Let's Go! Coach Mikki 🏈