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By Mat Barrett

Melfort Minor Football

‘It will be a safe season’: Online registration open for 2021 Melfort Minor Football season

Mar 15, 2021 | 12:30 PM

Registration is now open for Melfort Minor Football as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Normally, registration nights would take place city wide, but the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has not allowed mass gatherings.

David Rogers, head coach with the program said Melfort Minor Football is great for those in Grades 5 through 8 to learn how to play the sport safely.

“We’re not worried about winning championships or any of that sort of stuff,” he said. “It’s really just a community based introduction to football, come out and play and let’s have a good time.”

Rogers added the program tries to teach safe contact, including tackling and blocking. He said all the instructors are trained in safe contact as well.

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Last season was unable to go forward due to the restrictions, but Rogers said this year should move forward and Football Saskatchewan has put forth some protocols for a return to play Melfort Minor Football will be following.

“I’m excited that I think we’ll be able to have a season,” Rogers told northeastNOW. “I think it will be a good season, and I think it will be a safe season.”

Those interested in registering for the season can go to their website and any questions can be directed to melfortminorfootball@gmail.com. In the event that a season is unable to go ahead, those registered will get reimbursed.

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