Thursday, October 13, 2016

October 23- Minnesota NCS Football Kicking Camp

Join us, on Sunday, October 23, 2016, as Coach Chris Husby, and his staff at Special Teams Football Academy will be running it's Fall NCS (National Camp Series) Kicking, Punting and Snapping Camp at Minnetonka High School from 12:00-5:00 PM.  Registration starts at 11:30 AM.




The camp is an (NCS) evaluation and instructional camp.  The instructional focus will be on preparing the Kicking/Punting/Snapping specialists for summer training. The camp will include 2.5 hours of evaluation and 90 minutes of instruction.  Specialists can also sign up for the INSTRUCTION ONLY Instruction period will tentatively start at 3:00 PM.  Reserve a spot for the October 23rd camp today: Sign Up.

The NCS Evaluation are for specialist in grades 6th through 12th grade.  The Clinic is open for specialists of all ages.




We will run the specialists through a standardize test for specialists on Field Goals, Kickoffs, Punts and Long/Short Snaps.  The evaluation can be used for athletes that have interest in pursuing football at the collegiate level.  I like to refer to it as the ACT test for specialists.  For more information on how the camp runs read here.

Each athlete that participates, will receive a rating that can be used to see how you stack up against your local and national peers.  Here is a link to see the current Seniors





Following the evaluation, there will be a free 90 minute clinic on K, P, LS for NCS camp participants.  The clinic will approximately starts at 3:00 PM, but may start up to 30 minutes earlier, depending on how fast the evaluations get done.  To Apply for just the Clinic, email Coach Husby to reserve a spot.  

Location Address:

Minnetonka High School
18301 Highway 7

Minnetonka, MN 55345



The National Camp Series' KIX (Kicking IndeX) Player Ratings are OBJECTIVELY based upon the data that they have collected for several years. Having been able to capture the statistics from their results for specialists in the kicking game, they rate our athletes in each of the following:


  • Field Goals 
  • Kick Off
  • Punts
  • Long Snaps


Using the Kix Rating System, campers have the opportunity to showcase their talent through the NCS charting layout.Any more information on the KIX system can be found here.

CAMP ITINERARY: (Subject to Change based on camp size) 
11:30-12:00 PM Registration (Players receive shirts)
12:00-12:15 PM Camp Welcome and Warm Up (Parents andPlayers)
12:15-2:30 PM NCS Evaluations (On Field)
3:00-4:30 PM Instructional Period

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Reserve a spot today!  Sign Up Here.


If you'd like to schedule out a lesson or attend the camp, contact Chris at CoachHusby@gmail.com or 651-353-2660.  

Coach Chris Husby
Professional Kicking Coach and Owner
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Monday, August 15, 2016

Class of 2016 College Commitments

We are very proud and excited to announce our Class of 2016 'College Bound' Special Teams Football Academy students. 

As our 6th year of training athletes comes to a close, I am very blessed to have been able to train so many kickers, punters and long snappers over these last 6 years.  This is our biggest class of Seniors that I and our staff have helped train.

We are proud to announce our 'college bound' student athletes from the Class of 2016.


  • Aaron Van Dyk (LS)- JUCO Transfer to Southwest State University (D2)
  • Alex Diaz (K)- Pelican Rapids HS (MN)- Concordia College (Moorhead) (D3)
  • Alex Probert (K/P)- Andover HS (MN)- Liberty University (D1)
  • Alex Trana (K/P)- Rosemount HS (MN)- University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire (D3)
  • Ander Gelecinskyj (K)- Bloomington Kennedy HS (MN)- Mankato State University (D2)
  • Andres Cotes (K)- Miami area HS- ASA College (JUCO)
  • Brandon Hafermann (K)- Shakopee HS (MN)- Moved on to Semi Professional Football
  • Cameron Hausman (K/P)- New Richmond HS (WI)- University of Minnesota-Duluth (D2)
  • Dan Cornelison (K)- Holy Family HS (MN)- University of St Thomas (D3) 
  • Diego Meza (K)- Minneota HS (MN)- University of Minnesota-Morris (D3)
  • Drew Bronson (LS)- Truman HS (MO)- Iowa Central CC (JUCO)
  • Drew Cornwell (K/P)- Iowa City HS (IA)- Transfer to Grand View University (NAIA)
  • Grant Olson (K/P)- Woodbury HS (MN)- Walk on tryout with Iowa State U (D1)
  • Hobert Diaz (K)- Pelican Rapids HS (MN)- NDSCS- Wahpeton (D3)
  • Isaac Stadler (K/P)- Northfield HS (MN)- Fork Union Military Academy
  • Jack Reed (LS)- Farmington HS (MN)- Hamline University (D3)
  • Javon Hering (P)- Eastview HS (MN)- College Transfer to South Dakota State U (D1)
  • Karl Schuetzle (K)- Edina HS (MN)- Macalaster College (D3)
  • Mac Brown (K/P)- St Thomas Academy (MN)- Ole Miss (University of Mississippi) (D1)
  • Matias Bueno (K/P)- University of Calgary (D1)
  • Max Sorvari (LS)- Champlin Park HS (MN)- University of Wisconsin-Stout (D3)
  • Patrick LeCorre (K/P)- Edina HS (MN)- Transfer to Eastern Arizona College (JUCO)
  • Ruan Albuquerque (K)- Wayzata HS (MN)- Southern University (D1)
  • Seamus Wilson (LS)- Eagan HS (MN)- Gustavus Adolphus College (D3)
  • Stephen Yaffe (K/P)- Plant HS (FL)- University of Hawaii (D1)
  • Tyler Knutson (K)- Maple Grove HS (MN)- University of St Thomas (D3)



We've also had a number of kickers/punters/long snappers that have attended our camps across the Midwest/South that have earned a college football opportunity and we are happy to be a part of their skill development and collegiate recruiting process!


We have a Top Notch Coaching Staff (in the Midwest) with experience that ranges from NFL training to elite Collegiate Careers, that are here to train you and that have developed a reputation as the 'Go To' training organization in the Midwest.

Honorable Mention:
  • Chance Wanzek (LS)- Minnetonka HS- Joined the Army National Guard. Thank you for serving.
  • Darian Doan- St Charles HS (MN)- 
  • Tayler Modaff- Monticello HS (MN- Committed to University of Northwestern to play Soccer (D3)

Special Teams Football Academy student of ours, is one that we actively train and/or help with the college recruiting process.  All of these athletes have been a part of the Special Teams Football Academy program between 3 months to 6 years.  We value the loyalty we get from our athletes and parents and the opportunities and results we have been able to help produce for them. 



More STFA Student Commitment Updates Coming

We believe that no athlete is the same.  We train each specialist individually to bring out their strengths and maximize their abilities.




Last year, we helped find 90% of our Class of 2015 specialists an opportunity to play college football (even if they ended up choosing another sport to play or not continuing on).



Thank you for your trust in training your athlete!


Coach Chris Husby
Professional Kicking Coach and Owner
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Thursday, May 19, 2016

College Specialist Camp- July 23, 2016 (Minneapolis, MN)

On July 23, 2016, Special Teams Football Academy will be hosting our 3rd Annual  College Specialist Camp.

This camp will be for current and upcoming 2017 Seniors, College Specialists, and Specialists (K/P/LS) interested in high level development, competition and training.  This camp will offer High Level Instruction and Training, Competition, Awards as well as a fun and competitive atmosphere. Last year's camp was a blast.  The various goals of this camp are to help athletes better prepare themselves for college football, upcoming season and develop well rounded specialists.


Camp will be held at Woodbury High School (Woodbury, MN) and run from 12:00-5:00 PM. Details and Register Here.

Location Address:
Woodbury High School
2665 Woodlane Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125                 

At our camp, athletes can expect to receive:
* Quality instruction from experienced coaches (NFL Training and Strong Collegiate Careers)
* Drill work to improve fundamentals
* Competitions to improve Mental Focus
* On the Field Video Review
* Evaluation of talents

Sign Up today!  

Camp Limited to 30 spots.
Camp Cost $225 per specialist (Kicker/Punter). $125 per Long Snapper.
Camp Shirt Included.



Players: Bring cleats, gym shoes, 2 footballs (labeled with Name), KO/FG Tees, FG Holders, water bottle and weather appropriate clothing.



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Great Instruction from coaches that have either played at a high collegiate level or have NFL level training.

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Airport Options: Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) Airport

Refund Policy: Camp registrations will be refunded in FULL by July 14.  After July 14 there will be NO REFUNDS.

Weather Policy:  Camp will run rain or shine.  Some training can be done indoors at school's gym.  Will reschedule (or Cancel with some refund) for Lightening, Tornadoes, Snow Storm, etc.
Student and Parent Testimonials

For questions about the College Specialists Camp, please contact Coach Husby.

Coach Chris Husby
Professional Kicking Coach and Owner
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