OSYFAL: About OSYFAL
OSYFAL HISTORY AND INFORMATION
We are comprised of youth from the towns of Old Saybrook and Westbrook. These are the official territories from which we can pull. We are a member town that belongs to the "Shoreline Youth Football Conference" comprised of Amity, Branford, Clinton, Guilford, East Haven, Cheshire, North Branford, Tri-Town (Chester, Deep River, Essex), North Haven, Milford and Madison. Each town has a member representative and the conference elects an executive board on a yearly basis to oversee that conference rules are strictly adhered to, i.e. minimum playing time for all athletes.
The age range for players are ages 9-14. Players are considered of football age if their 9th birthday falls on or before October 31st of the football season. Players cannot turn 15 prior to, or on, October 31st to be eligible to play. No players beyond 8th grade are eligible.
Weight restrictions are 65lbs minimum and 205lbs maximum (depending on whether the child is on youth, junior, or senior levels) and are subject to change if new conference changes are adopted.
OSYFAL was originally established in the 1980's to provide support and a base to foster the enjoyment of football leading to a successful high school football program. Founding members such as Ed Troy, Al Rice, Jack Fulkerson, and Rick Montano provided sound leadership to create a competitive yet stable learning environment for the youth of the community.
Under the leadership of Rick Talpey, Dean Bentley, Tony Sanatagata, and Spence Quintin for the past 20+ years, the OSYFAL program is among the most respected in the Shoreline Conference. Volunteers are what OSYFAL is all about. Get involved, make a difference in the Community and the lives of our youth. We are happy to have your support!
This article contributed by longtime Coach and supporter, Harold Haynes; updated by Jim Carlson.
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