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Football Ontario Announces Second U18 Women’s Tackle Team, Seeking Head Coach and Staff for Team White

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 23, 2026

Football Ontario Announces Second U18 Women’s Tackle Team, Seeking Head Coach and Staff for Team White

Second Team Ontario U18 Women’s Tackle Team to Compete at 2027 National Championship

Hamilton, Ontario – In 2027, Football Ontario will be entering two Team Ontario teams in the U18 Women’s Tackle National Championship. Football Ontario is now accepting applications for a dedicated, committed Head Coach to lead Team White and support the rapid growth and development of women’s tackle football across the province, as well as the staff positions listed below.

  • Applications Open: October 23, 2026
  • Application Deadline: November 2, 2026
  • Start Date: November 15, 2026 (subject to change)
  • Contract Term: 2027

Available positions:

  • Head Coach
  • General Manager
  • Offensive Coordinator
  • Defensive Coordinator
  • Special Teams Coordinator
  • Positional Coaches
  • Mentee Coach
  • Equipment Manager
  1. CULTURE & CODE OF CONDUCT

Mission: “To Provide Football for All, Through Leadership, Promotion, and Development.” 

Core Values: Innovation · Alignment · Excellence · Wellness · Community · Inclusion 

The “Leave It Better” Philosophy: Coaches and support staff are representatives of Football Ontario expected to model our values and foster a safe, inclusive environment. Athlete well-being always precedes performance. Staff are guided by three core commitments: 

  • Respect the People: Treat every athlete, staff member, official, volunteer, and parent with care, patience, and encouragement. 
  • Respect the Place: Leave every field, facility, bus, and dining area better than you found it. 
  • Respect the Jersey: Represent Football Ontario with honesty, integrity, professionalism, and sportsmanship. 
  1. COACHING & SUPPORT STAFF REQUIREMENTS

All selected staff (Assistant Coaches, General Managers, and Equipment Managers) must provide proof of the following prior to the program start date: 

  • Background Checks: 
  • Completed Vulnerable Sector Screening (completed within the last 6 months) 
  • Note: A Criminal Background Check (Level 2) or a Vulnerable Sector Screening from the last calendar year may be temporarily submitted while a new Vulnerable Sector Screening is being processed. 
  • Mandatory Training Modules (All Staff): 
  • Safe Sport Training 
  • Anti-Racism in Coaching 
  • Understanding the Rule of Two 
  • NCCP Making Ethical Decisions (MED) 
  • NCCP Making Head-Way in Football OR Making Headway in Sport 
  • Role-Specific Coaching Requirements (Assistant Coach Only): 
  • Mandatory: NCCP Safe Contact 2.0 
  • Recommended: 
  • Introduction to Competition Pathway (Position Coach, Coordinator, or Head Coach) 
  • Mental Health in Sport 
  • Managing Conflict 
  • Creating a Positive Sport Environment 
  1. POSITIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. ASSISTANT COACH
  • High-Performance Execution: Develop and implement detailed practice plans for ID Camps, Development Camps, RedBlack Weekend, Training Camp, and Championship Tournaments. 
  • Instruction & Player Feedback: Lead position-specific technical drills and construct athlete feedback that aligns with a high-performance standard—coaches are expected to be demanding, but never demeaning. 
  • Meetings & Culture: Participate in all required virtual planning meetings and in-person practices; assist in promoting Team Ontario events on social media; uphold the “Leave It Better” philosophy in all film sessions and team activities. 
  1. GENERAL MANAGER
  • Football Operations & Staff Support: Support the coaching staff with football-related tasks and team operations throughout the season, including practice and game-day support, athlete management, event coordination, and other responsibilities as assigned. Support needs may vary by team, program phase, and event. 
  • Administrative Operations: Establish and manage clear communication channels between Football Ontario, coaching staff, athletes, and parents/caregivers while strictly following the Rule of Two in all virtual and in-person interactions. 
  • Logistics, Safety & Supervision: Ensure full compliance with player waivers and documentation; supervise athletes during transit, meals, and therapy sessions; enforce a buddy system for group transit on campus. 
  • Curfew Protocols: Perform nightly room checks to confirm curfew adherence (knocking to remind players without entering rooms unless in an emergency). 
  1. EQUIPMENT MANAGER
  • Inventory & Field Operations: Oversee sizing, allocation, tracking, field setup, and teardown for all team gear, footballs, and headsets across all camp phases and tournaments. 
  • Maintenance & Facilities: Conduct continuous safety checks and repairs; maintain strict equipment room and sideline standards (“Respect the Place”). 
  • Logistics & Safety Support: Assist staff with venue logistics and athlete transit oversight during travel events. 
  1. 2027 KEY EVENT DATES

Selected candidates are expected to attend key program events according to the schedule below: 

#  Event  Date(s)  Location 
1  Southern ID Camp   January 9th or 10th*  University of Waterloo* 
1  Central ID Camp   January 23rd or 24th*  University of Toronto* 
1  Eastern ID Camp   Feb 6/7* or Feb 13/14*  Carleton University* 
1  Northern ID Camp   February 20th or 21st*  Lancer Dome (Sudbury)* 
2  HP Academy Development Camp  Apr 11–12*  University of Guelph* 
3  Top 90 RedBlack Weekend  May 1–2*  Queen’s University* 
4  Training Camp   3rd week in July*   Ontario 
5  Women’s National Championship    3rd & 4th week in July*   Ontario 

* Dates are subject to minor adjustments based on facility availability. 

  1. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants may apply for one or more roles and specify their preferred program stream using the same application. 

Application Requirements: 

  1. Cover Letter stating your role(s) of interest, positional coaching preferences (if applicable), and a brief statement on how you embody “Leave It Better.” 
  1. Resume with 3 coaching-related reference contacts (e.g., Head Coaches, Athletic Directors, or Sports Administrators). 
  1. Record of NCCP Certification Card (or transcript showing completed required training). 
  1. One Reference Letter highlighting your leadership and organizational skills (coaching-related preferred). 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: At Football Ontario, inclusion isn’t just a pillar, it’s how we build our team. We recognize that great leaders and coaches come from diverse backgrounds with unique, transferable skills. Even if you don’t meet every single qualification or are still in the process of securing specific documentation, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need support with your required credentials or pathways, reach out to us via email prior to the application deadline, we are here to work with you. 


📧 etodd@footballontario.net
📧 jtsui@footballontario.net
📧 daniel@coachlegros.com

Applications will be accepted from October 23, 2026 until November 2, 2026.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

www.footballontario.net

ABOUT FOOTBALL ONTARIO: Football Ontario is the sanctioned provincial governing body for football in Ontario, through its focus on transparency, growth, alignment and excellence, is engaged in providing football opportunities for all of Ontario. Football Ontario is driven by a commitment to deliver football programming, opportunities and resources for its members and the provincial football stakeholders.