University Cougars Youth Football & Cheerleading: Welcome


The general objective of University Cougars Youth Football and Cheerleading is to inspire the youth of UCYF to practice the ideals of SPORTS, SPORTSMANSHIP, SCHOLASTICS and SOUND PHYSICAL FITNESS.
UCYF serves the University High School district and neighboring open districts, East River High School and Lake Nona High School. To check if your address is within one of these districts, please use this link: OCPS "Find A School" Directory.
| UCYF Contacts | Home Game Location |
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| Mailing Address: 10151 University Blvd PMB 329 Orlando, FL 32817 Association Hotline / Email: 407-956-2606 / ucyfboard@gmail.com | University High School 11501 Eastwood Dr Orlando, FL 32817 |
CLICKING THE IMAGE ABOVE WILL DIRECT YOU TO 2012 REGISTRATION
Saturday, June 2
The annual Max Starks Football Camp is being held on Saturday, June 9. The camp is at Lake Highland Preparatory School (901 Highland Avenue, Orlando 32803). Camp check-in begins at 8:00am in the school gymnasium.
All campers will receive a breakfast snack, beverages, lunch, t-shirt, camp bag. In addition to athletics, the camp integrates literacy, education, and life skills.
To sign up you must register online, download the camp waiver and bring the completed form to the check-in. This camp is free, but has limited space.
Summary
- General
- Saturday, June 9 at Lake Highland Prep - 8:00am check-in
- Free to boys and girl ages 7-14
- Lunch and drinks inlcuded
- Physicals requested
- Parents can stay and watch
- Register online
- Bring completed waiver form
- Attire
- Black shorts and football cleats
- T-shirts provided
Friday, June 1
The Early Bird Registration period has expired. As of June 1, the full registration fee of $230.00 for the first child registered is reinstated, and families only receive $15.00 off the second and any additional children.
Tuesday, May 29
The 2012 head football coaches for UCYF have been selected by the Board of Directors. Congratulations to the following coaches:
Tiny Mite: Mike Elder
Mitey Mite: Christ Valentin
Jr. Pee Wee: Jordan Petrie
Pee Wee: Dave Brunat
Jr. Midget: Darron Lee
Midget: John "JAK" Kelley
Wednesday, April 11
UCYF will have a number of activities planned for the months leading up to the 2012 season. Please check back regularly for additional events being added to the Cougar Calendar!
Thank you to everyone who visited UCYF at UHS Saturday Night Lights and East Lake Elementary's Carnival!
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Wednesday, April 4
UCYF would like to recognize participants who have achieved Pop Warner All-American Scholar recognition for the 2011-12 season:
- FIFTH GRADE
- Byron Paige, Jr. - Second Team, Football
- Jared Staehr - Second Team, Football
- SIXTH GRADE
- Andrew Alfonso - Second Team, Football
- Thomas Dool - Honorable Mention, Football
- EIGTH GRADE
- Andrew Concannon - Second Team, Football
Visit the Scholastics page to see how you can qualify for 2012-13!
Friday, February 24
UCYF is searching for community partners to participate in our 2012 Sponsorship Program! The options this year have expanded to include:
- Sponsorship Packages
- Expanded Web Site Advertising
- In-Kind Donations
To discuss an opportunity, please contact the UCYF Fundraising Manager.
2012 Sponsorship Program (click to download)
- PDF Format (.pdf)
Tuesday, February 7
Volunteers are the most important part of our association! If you have a desire to coach football or cheerleading, we are interested in hearing from you. Please email ucyfboard@gmail.com with an introduction including a statement of interest, relevant experience and contact information.
Successful completion of a background check is mandatory. Pop Warner programs nationwide are required to annually conduct a background check of: Coaches, Board of Directors members and any other persons, volunteers or hired workers, who provide regular service to the league and/or have repetitive access to, or contact with, participants. Additional certification and training opportunities will be made available to prospective candidates.
Pop Warner Volunteer Application (click to download)
- PDF Format (.pdf)
- Excel Format (.xls)

