Kenny Lawler’s Playmaker Academy is a full-day football experience hosted by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats — built for coaches and athletes alike. On Sunday, April 19, starting at 10 AM, coaches can take part in a free three-hour offensive coaching clinic led by Offensive Coordinator Jarryd Baines and the Tiger-Cats coaching staff, while youth athletes hit the field for position-specific skills training alongside Kenny Lawler and Tiger-Cats offensive players. Two programs. One day. All in the Hammer.
April 19 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
A three-hour classroom session led by Jarryd Baines and the Tiger-Cats offensive coaching staff — designed exclusively for grassroots football coaches. Free of charge. Limited spots available.
April 19 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Grades 8-12
($25/ATHLETE INCLUDES A TICKET TO A GAME)
On-field position stations led by Kenny Lawler and Tiger-Cats offensive players, with drills designed by the Tiger-Cats coaching staff. Built for youth athletes to work through offensive fundamentals in a pro environment.
• Quarterback mechanics and passing drills
• Receiver route running and catching fundamentals
• Running back footwork and ball security
• Offensive line stance, leverage, and blocking fundamentals