Developing champions for life!!!
HOPE and OPPORTUNITY are the driving principles behind our organization.
Developing champions for life!!!
HOPE and OPPORTUNITY are the driving principles behind our organization.
HOPE and OPPORTUNITY are the driving principles behind our organization.
HOPE and OPPORTUNITY are the driving principles behind our organization.

A structured training program built specifically for youth football players to develop strength, speed, coordination, and discipline—while teaching proper technique, mindset, and habits that translate directly onto the field.
Ages 7–13
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 5:30PM - 7:30PM
STARTING APRIL 13TH
HAMILTON PARK, WATERBURY, CT
“We’re not just building athletes—we’re preparing young men to tackle life head on.”
— Dwayne Clements Jr.
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WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN
• Proper tackling posture, movement mechanics, and body control
• Safe and effective strength training fundamentals (no bad habits)
• Speed, agility, and coordination development for game performance
• Football-specific conditioning and endurance
• Mental toughness, discipline, and focus under pressure
• The importance of consistency, effort, and accountability
• Basic nutrition habits to support energy, recovery, and growth
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WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT
• Focus on injury prevention through proper technique
• Builds athletes the right way before bad habits develop
• Combines football performance training + mindset development
• Age-appropriate programming designed for long-term growth
• Prepares athletes for the transition to middle school and high school football
• Reinforces what coaches need: discipline, coachability, and effort
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WHAT TO EXPECT
• High-energy, football-focused training sessions
• Structured drills that translate directly to game situations
• Hands-on coaching with attention to detail and safety
• A competitive but supportive environment
• Development of confidence both on the field and in everyday life
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ABOUT THE TRAINER
Led by Dwayne Clements Jr., an experienced trainer and mentor with a strong focus on youth football development, proper technique, and total mind-body growth—dedicated to helping young athletes become stronger, more disciplined, and better prepared for the next level.
BAGS Foundation CT provides counseling services, mentoring, pro-social recreation programs, DDS clinical services, and support to the Waterbury community.

BAGS Foundation CT was established to provide equipment and supplies to students in elementary and high schools, as well as for students who want to engage in higher education. A major thrust of the foundation is known as the “Stairway to Higher Education Mentor Program” which teams competent, caring adults with aspiring young people.
Former National Football League player, Nakia Reddick, adopted a leadership role in the BAGS Foundation upon his entry into the NFL. Reddick grew up in the inner-city of Miami, Florida, where young African Americans had few positive, male role models. By joining the BAGS Foundation leadership team, Reddick hoped to provide at-risk high school students in his new home community of Waterbury, CT, with a mentor, role model, or father figure that could assist them by providing a road map to success.
In 2010, Reddick became the Foundation Director and evolved the BAGS Scholarship Foundation into BAGS Foundation CT and what it is today – a two-tiered organization offering:
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