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Welcome to Stanwood Youth Football
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Welcome to Stanwood Youth Football, part of Stanwood Camano Junior Athletic Association (SCJAA). This is the home of "SPARTAN FOOTBALL". SYF provides tackle football for ages 6-14 with 4 divisions; Pee-Wee Division (grades K,1&2), 89er Division (grades 3&4), Junior Division (grades 5&6), Senior Division (grades 7&8). We are proud member of the Western Conference Junior Football League which includes communities throughout Snohomish County and King Counties.
MISSION STATEMENT
* The game is for the youth.
* To inspire youth, regardless of race, color, or creed to participate in a vigorous and entertaining activity.
* To bring our youth closer together through the means of a common interest in teamwork, fair play and fellowship.
* To teach the fundamentals of the game while employing the element of safety and intelligent supervision.
* To teach sportsmanship, in defeat as well as victory, discipline, self control, honesty and respect to oneself as well as teammates, coaches, family and community.
* And most importantly to keep the welfare and safety of our youth first and foremost, and ENTIRELY FREE OF ADULT LUST FOR GLORY
STANWOOD YOUTH FOOTBALL... It's all about
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Tuesday, April 21
Spartan Welcome Letter
STANWOOD YOUTH FOOTBALL (SCJAA)WELCOME
On behalf of the SYF Board, Coaches and Volunteers welcome to the 2009 Stanwood Youth Football Season. Below is some information to get the season started off on the right foot. SYF is dedicated to instructing fundamental football as well as teaching life skills such as discipline, responsibility, respect, loyalty, teamwork, self-esteem and sportsmanship. You will witness many positive changes in your ballplayer as the season progresses.
SYF provides you with all the necessary equipment except a practice jersey, cleats and athletic supporter/cup. If you have questions on were to purchase such items, please contact your Head Coach. This is your equipment, please take care of it. You are financially responsible for all gear issued. If you have questions or issues with your equipment, please speak with your Head Coach.
It is our goal to keep an open line of communication with you at all times. If there is an issue please speak with your Head Coach. If the issue cannot be resolved, then please make arraignments to speak with me. Codes of Conduct and other matters have been discussed at this practice. Conduct issues will not be tolerated at practices, games or other SYF events.
Please have your ballplayer suited up and ready to practice each night. There is no water available at the field so please supply your ballplayer a container of water with their name marked on it. Practice schedules will be handed out at your team practice.
Running a youth football program is very expensive. One-way to offset the registration costs are to conduct fundraisers. This year we will be conducting our annual Car Wash on Sunday, August 17th. Each team will have a selected time. We ask that each ballplayer sell two (2) sheets of pre-sale car wash tickets. Every cent raised goes back toward the SYF program. (Car Wash times below). If every Spartan participates, we will raise over $10,000 without even washing a car. Here are also two cool incentives. The ballplayer that sells the most car wash tickets wins a signed Ingram Seahawks Jersey. The second place ballplayer wins a signed Ingram Seahawks hat. The team that sells the most pre-sale tickets wins a pizza party. Team parents have additional sheets. Help us keep the ballplayers in the best equipment possible.
August is a busy month with practices and many events scheduled. Please visit the SYF website often for an updated calendar. Everything from the Car Wash to the Meadowdale Invite to the WJFL Jamboree to the Stanwood High School game schedule.
Please visit www.stanwoodfootball.com
Communication and flexibility are the key to any good program so if you have a question, comment or concern, please contact your Head Coach. Give your Head Coach an opportunity to help the situation. If he doesn’t know it’s broke, he cannot fix it.
Practices are very important, and so is family time. We ask that you make every reasonable attempt to make it and participate in practices. Football is a sport where you learn the most during practice. On average, a SYF team will practice between 130 and 170 hours in a season and only a fraction of that playing actual game.
For new parents, Stanwood Youth Football is unlike any other sport/program you have been apart of. We encourage you to get to know your fellow team parents and ballplayers. We spend a lot of time together and many ballplayers and parents make lasting friendships. Conduct, as always will be stressed this season. We at SYF strive not to allow feuds or other “adult” problems or politics enter this program. If you perceive that there may be an issue, we encourage that it is solved. SYF is not a neighborhood program and we do not support neighborhood teams. That is why such steps as combines are taken. Help us make this a great season. This is a kid’s game, let’s not let adults politics interfere with your child’s experience.
Please continue hydrating to prepare for the upcoming practices. SYF uses conditioning as a safety tool. Your ballplayer may not be physically ready for 3-hour practices. Your ballplayer will be sore and most likely find muscle groups he never knew he had. Do not skip practices due to being sore. Stretching and conditioning are vital.
Stanwood Youth Football as well as many youth programs in the community is completely run/operated by volunteers. There are thousands of hours dedicated in making such a program successful. Assist us in making this program successful. Make every attempt to be part of the solution and not the problem. Remember the bigger picture and the fact that there are 135+ ballplayers who want to enjoy the great game of football. Become a team parent, a team supporter and pitch in to better the program.
Here are a few key dates to remember:
If there are any questions, please contact your Head Coach or myself. Visit our SYF website at www.stanwoodfootball.com for schedules, football information and photos.
Until next time, be safe and KEEP THE SPARTAN PRIDE ALIVE!!
Jim Weaver, Commissioner/President
Stanwood Youth Football
spartanfootball@hotmail.com
www.stanwoodfootball.com
Kids first! Stanwood Youth Football is focused on coaching fundamental football. Kids first! That is our focus and should be the focus for everyone involved including coaches, parents and officials.
Respect – Discipline – Responsibility – Character – Sportsmanship – Teamwork – Leadership
Just a reminder of what our focus should be-
Do what’s right, not what’s easy. We are being watched and listened to every minute we are with ballplayers. Stay positive! Here are a few things we were taught when we were little...
1. Do what we know as right.
2. Treat others as you want to be treated.
3. Pick up after ourselves.
4. Say please and thank you.
5. Remember the big picture.
6. This is a kid’s game.
7. If you have nothing good to say, don't say anything.
8. You are a mentor to these kids.
9. We should teach more than football- responsibility, discipline, leadership, respect, teamwork and good citizenship.
10. Do what we know as right.
This page has been updated on February 2, 2009
Welcome to Stanwood Youth Football.
The Season is starting to take Shape. We have just sent out veteran regestration Forms. If you dont have this by April 12th please contact us so that we can get one out ASAP. We are going to have the 2009 registration signups on May 1st and on May 15th from 5:30 to 8pm at the PUD building in Stanwood. We look forward to seeing you there and look forward to a GREAT SEASON !!!
The Season is going to start July 29th we will be going from 5pm to 8pm Mon Thru Friday. With the exception of the 89rs and Pee Wee after the first week they will be going Mon thru Thursday 5pm to 8pm Once school starts we will be cutting down to three days a week.with games on Saturday.
We will have more information for you at the signups on may 1st and 15th any questions please fell free to contact me at spartanfootball@hotmail.com
Thanks Jim Weaver
Tuesday, April 21
Contacts....
To get hold of Stanwood Youth Football, email spartanfootball@hotmail.com.
The 2008 SYF Head Coaches are:
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Tuesday, April 21
Interested in becoming a Official??
Interested in training to become an Official/ Referee?
Referees WANTED!!Have you ever thought of becoming a football official??? The WESCO Jr Football League is looking for Individuals that are interested in becoming an Official/Referee for youth football. Being a referee is a great way to earn a little extra $$ while helping out the community! Requirements: Must be at least 16yrs old and Dependable! F.A.Q's · Do I Need to buy a uniform? No, We will provide you with a full uniform. · Do I need previous experience as a football official? Previous experience is always good but is not a requirement. We provide a comprehensive training course for new officials · .What sort of time commitment would I have to make to officiate football? Besides the training sessions, all games are on Saturdays. Of course you can work as much or as little as possible depending on your desire and availability. So, If this sounds like something you would like to do, Please contact: Jason Corcoran 425-263-1114 or Wescojrfootball@yahoo.com
Or please contact Jim Weaver at spartanfootball@hotmail.com.
Stanwood Officials have the choice to only officiate at Stanwood HOME GAMES. You must be 16 or older. Uniform provided. Training provided.
Become part of the football community. Training, Uniform and Compensation provided.
E-mail spartanfootball@hotmail.com for more information!!
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Tuesday, April 21
2009 Rule Changes and who is eligible to participate
There has been some questions about the rule changes for the 2009season.
THERE ARE NO BIG CHANGES!
No rush for PAT at the 89er level when kicking. Everything else, playdowns, weights and such are the same.
Who is eligible to participate in SYF/WJFL. Anyone in grades K-8th. You cannot turn 15 during the season. That's it. That means ballplayers from Stanwood, Camano Island, Arlington, Warm Beach, Lakewood, Conway, Burlington and where ever. Just be entering K-8th grades and provide a legal birth certificate.
If you have a question.... email us at spartanfootball@hotmail.com. Rumors are sometimes fun but a fact is that... a FACT.
SPONSORS NEEDED!
SYF is looking for sponsors. Please take a look at the SYF Sponsor Form and see if you would be interested in keeping SYF a great football program. There are two catagories you can choose, individual level and corporate level.
Your advertisment can go here! For more information, please contact Chris Murray at 425-750-2588 or 360-387-1584
Handout:
2007 SYF Sponsorship Form
Tuesday, April 21
Important Dates
Here is a list of dates you may find important. These dates are being set early to help you plan.
March 8th- First SYF Update Email sent (if you did not receive it or wish to be placed on the list, please email spartanfootball@hotmail.com)
April10th- Veteran Registration Mailed out.
May 1st - Open Registration P.U.D. Building 5:30 to 8:00
May 15th- Last Open Registration P.U.D. Building 5:30 to 8:00
June 13th SYF Coaches meeting at SYF Gear Locker 6:30pm
June 24th -thru 26th Speeed and agility camp
July 14th-18th Adrenaline Football Camp www.adrenalinefbcamp.com
IT TAKES VOLUNTEERS TO HELP MAKE WINNERS!!
It takes parent volunteer help to make winners!
Stanwood Youth Football and Spartan Jr. Cheer are volunteer run organizations. Parents are requested to volunteer at least 2 hours of time as part of your registration each season. Many key positions need to be filled!
· Concessions · Clean up crew
· Spirit gear sales · Fundraiser
· Announcing booth · Team Parent/Manager
· Chain crew · Photographer for game days
· Practice field crew · Assistant Coaches
· Game day snacks · Gear check-in
· Field monitors · Awards ceremony
There are many more opportunities to volunteer and get involved. Please email us for more information.
E-mail Allen Scott at spartanfootball@hotmail.com
Sunday, May 7
INTERESTED IN COACHING?
If you are interested in coaching during the 2006 season, it's time to get that paperwork in.
SYF is currently accepting applications for ALL positions. If you are interested or have questions about coaching, there is an informal coaches meeting on Saturday May 20th from 2pm to 3pm at the Stanwood PUD Office.
Questions, contact me at spartanfootball@hotmail.com
Handout:
Stanwood Youth Football Coaching Application
Wednesday, July 28
Stanwood Youth Footrball
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IF YOU ARE INTERETSTED IN Stanwood Youth Football, PLEASE CONTACT COACH ALLEN AT 939-2194 or scjaafootball@hotmail.com
Stanwood Seniors crowned 2007 Senior Champions!!
Want to be placed on the SYF "INFO" list?
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Interested in keeping informed of events in and around the Stanwood Youth Football Program? Want to know when registrations are, upcomping camps/clinics or where equipment issue will be? SYF will send out a weekly SPARTAN NEWS UPDATE. Just e-mail scjaafootball@hotmail.com to be placed in the electronic INFO list.
Help SYF using your Employees Community Fund
Stanwood Youth Football (SCJAA) is part of the United Way community. If you participate in the Employees Community Fund please consider sponsoring Stanwood Youth Football and SCJAA.
When you contribute to Stanwood Youth Football/ Stanwood-Camano Junior Athletic Association ECF Code 18124/ Agency 3931677 a check is presented on behalf of the individual employee/retiree who has chosen our program.
A litte bit goes a long way in helping fund Stanwood Youth Football.
For more information, please contact the United Way of Snohomish or King County or Allen Scott.
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS...
YOUR SUPPORT AS A SPARTAN SPONSOR...
...helps more than 130 ballplayers
...helps supply good, safe equipment
...helps supply uniforms that install pride
...helps provide for insurance
...helps kids enjoy a great American tradition
...helps the community continue providing resources and support for an organization dedicated to the development of a sense of self worth in our youth, and the enhancement of their understanding of the importance of teamwork, fitness, discipline, and goal setting
If you're a owner or decision-maker for a business in Snohomish, King, Island or Skagit counties, or if you wish to provide support for an organization dedicated to developing tomorrow's leaders and citizens, please consider sponsoring our program. There are several levels available.
Keep in mind that there are over 750 participants and their families that take part in the WesCo Jr. Football League in the Snohomish, Island and King county areas that live, work or shop near your business. If you are presently a sponsor, please accept our sincerest thanks. If not, please look over our different sponsorship packages.
Handout:
2007 SYF Sponsorship Form
Please sign our guestbook
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Stanwood Camano Junior Athletic Association
Stanwood Youth Football s part of SCJAA. This organization is made of dedicated volunteers that invest hours of their time for the communities youth. SCJAA operates 365 days out of the year. We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month. The sports we offer are Boys and Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Volleyball, Soccer, Girls Fast Pitch Softball and Youth Tackle Football. The public is always welcome to attend. If your interested in helping out, interested in ensuring that this community always has options for it's youth, interested in putting a smile on a youngsters face... please contact us. Click on the title to link to SCJAA.
It is easy to complain about a problem... it takes a dedicated individual to fix it! Thanks.
Allen Scott, SYF Commissioner & SCJAA Board Member.
THANK YOU CHEERLEADERS !!!
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Cheerleaders doing another great job !
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