SHIFT ELITE — TRAVEL TEAM
SHIFT ELITE - NOT EVERYONE MAKES THE SHIFT.
What is Shift Elite?
Shift Elite is a tournament-level flag football travel team for athletes who are done with recreational play and ready for real competition.
We practice at least 4 times a month. We install a championship playbook. We game-plan for opponents. We travel to tournaments. And we hold each other to a standard that most rec leagues never touch.
If your athlete is serious about flag football — serious about winning, serious about improving, and serious about competing against the best teams in California — Shift Elite is the path.
What separates Shift Elite from a regular league team:
Table
| Regular Rec League | Shift Elite |
|---|---|
| One practice per week (maybe) | 4 structured practices per month (at least) |
| Basic plays, generic drills | Championship playbook, position-specific schemes |
| Occasional scrimmages | 4-6 tournaments per year against elite competition |
| Whoever shows up plays | Select roster, earned playing time |
| Volunteer parent coaches | Championship-level coaching from Coach Stretch |
| Focus on fun (which is fine) | Focus on winning (which is also fun) |
What You Get
| Championship Playbook | Tournament Competition | Position Mastery | Film & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offensive system built on back-to-back championship principles. Route combinations, progressions, and situational packages designed to win. | 4-6 tournaments per year across California and beyond. Pool play to bracket play. We come to win. | Every athlete gets position-specific coaching. QB, WR, DB, RB — specialized development by someone who's coached champions. | We review game tape, identify tendencies, and build game plans. Our athletes understand the game at a level most middle schoolers never see. |
Also included:
- Custom Shift Elite game uniform
- Team travel and tournament coordination
- Championship-standard preparation
- Mentorship and character development
Pricing
| Monthly Dues | Tournament Fees | Initial Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| $200/month | We cover tournament fees | $300 (first month + first tournament) |
What's included:
- 4 practices a month, minimum
- Championship-level coaching and game planning
- Shift Elite game jersey
- Film review and game analysis sessions
- Optional: Tournament photography
What's not included:
- Travel costs (gas, hotels for away tournaments)
- Food at tournaments
Payment: Monthly autopay on the 1st. 30-day cancellation notice.
Section 6: What We're Looking For
Do You Have What It Takes?
We're looking for athletes who:
- Are ages 12–14
- Have played competitive flag football (or tackle football)
- Are coachable — listen, apply feedback, adjust on the fly
- Hustle on every play, not just when the coach is watching
- Want to compete at a higher level than rec league
- Can commit to 2 practices per week + tournament weekends
- Bring the right attitude and the right effort (the only two things you control)
What we evaluate at tryouts:
- Athletic ability (40%) — Speed, quickness, coordination, change of direction
- Football skill (30%) — Technique, execution, understanding of the game
- Coachability (15%) — Listens, applies feedback, body language, attitude
- Competitive spirit (15%) — Hustle, toughness, want-to, team-first mentality
Ready to Make the Shift?
Roster spots are limited. Tryouts are in June. The first tournament is scheduled for August 18th.
After submission: Coach Stretch contacts you within 72 hours with tryout details.
