
Understand the purpose and objective of fantasy football. In this introduction and overview I will cover the key areas to be discussed throughout this course. This will set the tone and outlook of the course in general.
Become familiar with the 3 types of league types, and which one you will want to join your first season. This is the rule of thumb before joining a league. Knowing what league type it is will enable you to come in with a strategy in mind.
Become familiar with the 3 major league formats, and which one you will want to join your first season. Just like "league types" discussed in the last section this format is critical in knowing how your league will be set up.
Become familiar with the two different types of draft formats and which one is right for you.
Understanading how your roster is set up is critical to how you draft your team.
The purpose of this Fantasy Football 101 course is to provide a basic overview to understand what fantasy football is, how it works, and basic terminology to get you going into your first league as a new player. With over 50 million players between the United States and Canada documented in 2015 through the Fantasy Sports Trade Association (FSTA), the growth of the sport is increasingly rising with new players entering each year.
The course is structured in power point to highlight the frame work of fantasy football. I will explain the following 8 areas of a league and insight on each.
1. Commissioner's Role
2. League Types
3. League Formats
4. Draft Formats
5. Scoring Formats
6. Roster Requirement
7. Waiver Wire Vs Free Agency Strategy
8. Trading Players
The course should take less than 45 minutes and allow you to approach the season with confidence. By taking it you will have already cut down time on your learning curve, and build your team to exert it's dominance in your league! In addition to my course I will mentor you through my online community where others are currently thriving in their leagues.