Games are held on weekend afternoons. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders usually play on Saturdays. The 4th, 5th and 6th grades usually play Sundays. Most of our teams plays at least three games at our home field (Anderson High School); the rest are played on our opponents' fields. Games last about one hour. There is a small admission charge for spectators, set by the League. The first game is played in mid-August. We play about a ten-game season, lasting from August into early November.
We supply all uniforms and equipment. You will only need to buy turf shoes. You will receive a NOCSAE approved helmet, shoulder pads, game jersey and pants, practice pants, a set of pads for the pants and a mouthpiece. Everything but the mouthpiece is returned to us at the end of the season.
NO BENCHWARMERS! We are the only youth football organization with a minimum play rule. At the 1st through 4th grades, all players who have attended practice regularly and demonstrated knowledge of their position will play a minimum of 8 plays per game. (This is equivalent to one-quarter's play on either offense or defense.) (On rare occasions, a player may be restricted from play for disciplinary or safety reasons.) If these age levels go into Division or Championship games, the "8-play" rules changes to a "may-play" rule, with no set number of plays promised. The 5th and 6th grade teams are more competitive. There is no minimum playing time promised, but the coaches do try to get all their players into the games. All players play at Invitational games.
We believe in positive coaching techniques. Our coaching staff is experienced and attends coaching clinics every season. Our goal is to teach proper technique, build team pride and self-esteem. We do not sanction humiliating criticism of our players. We treat our players with respect and we emphasize the discipline, but also the fun of playing youth football.
Each of our players receives a trophy at an end-of-season celebration, regardless of their win-loss record. We believe in rewarding the hard work and dedication of our teams, not just the scores of the games.
Parents should be aware that each player must participate in our fund-raising efforts each year. This is usually a candy sale; a buy-out option is available (If a player drops out of the program, the candy money or buy-out is NOT REFUNDABLE.) Also, we need parent volunteers to collect gate admissions, work concessions, and help out on the field at home games. You are required to work two or three times per season at home games.
Cheerleading is also available. There are no tryouts and the girls are supplied with quality uniforms, and coached by our experienced coaching staff. They will be instructed in cheerleading and dance routines and will receive a trophy at the end of each season. Please contact Patty Lewallen ayccheer1@gmail.com for more information on fees and fundraising.
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