Three retired division one head football coaches…all with a connection to Texas A&M…attended this week’s (April 20) Bryan ISD school board meeting.
Jackie Sherill, Darrell Dickey, and Phil Bennett were on hand to promote a tackle football camp for third through sixth graders that will take place next month.
Sherill said the camp will begin May 9th with the elementary and intermediate students experiencing an NFL-style combine.
That will be followed by what is described as a “technique skills and drill camp” from May 11th through the 14th.
A $40 dollar registration fee includes the camps, an athletic physical by the Brazos County Health District, a shirt and shorts, and lunch.
Sherrill was hired last year by retired Bryan city manager Kean Register as an advisor to the new Bryan Youth Sports Association, whose mission is to strengthen youth athletics and community engagement.
Sherill told BISD board members the association will add more sports.
As for the football camp, Sherill said this will give the opportunity for junior high coaches to recruit future players.
Sherill says the instruction that will be given at the camp will be the same systems that are used at Bryan High and Rudder High.
Also involved in the youth sports association is the retired executive director of the Texas A&M athletics lettermen’s association, Cathy Capps. She shared with BISD board members that the association is soliciting sponsorships to assist camp participants and programs.
Click below to hear comments from Jackie Sherill and Cathy Capps from the April 20, 2026 Bryan ISD school board meeting.
News release from the city of Bryan:
The Bryan Youth Sports Association (BYSA), formed to advance and support new athletic programs for children in Bryan, is gearing up for a major program: a tackle football spring combine and mini-camp for young athletes.
The BYSA was ratified by Bryan City Council last September. Former Texas A&M football coach Jackie Sherrill is on the board of directors and is leading the upcoming program.
The combine and mini-camp are designed to elevate skill development and techniques, build confidence and introduce the fundamentals of tackle football within a structured environment that reflects the pride of our community. A flier is attached with details about the program. Coach Sherrill will be assisted by several accomplished coaches.