All pop warner participants, football, spirit, and flag, must have the official authorized pop warner patch displayed on every uniform for games and competitions in order to participate. Proof of insurance and risk management agreement 4. November 25, 2019 state championship games results november 19, 2019 state games scheduled with times and locations updated. American youth football 2018 rule book 7 page ayf members believe that each of us can make a difference where we live and how we live. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. After an evaluation of currently available information related to the novel coronavirus covid19 outbreak san diego youth football and cheer conference has made the decision to postpone our 2019 scholar banquet that is currently scheduled for this sunday, march 15th, 2020. By using this site you agree to the privacy policy and terms of service.
American youth football ayf is a support service organization that provides. American youth football is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation and is recognized as a central organization by the irs. Scholastic eligibility and confidentiality affidavits 3. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Rule books, medallions and trophies for the national. One dark jersey for all home teams, and teams designated visitors will wear white jerseys. Leadership forums since 2007 has been the need for a youth footballspecific rule book. Nov 01, 2015 american youth football, founded in 1996, provides the opportunity for young athletes across the world to play the game of football in a positive and competitive environment.
No person, team, or conference shall be eligible to participate in any ayf ayc intra league competitive eventtournament in football or cheer without completing the required paperwork. The ayf national office reserves the right to waive this rule when extenuating circumstances exist or to accommodate a championship tournament. Sacramento youth football syf headquarters jay erhart, 5045 suite e college oaks drive sacramento, california 95841 email. Rule books can be downloaded at 8th grade all star game. The home of youth sports and northern virginia american youth football conference 23059. Ayfayc national championships set to begin in florida. The goal of blackstone valley is to provide a healthy and safe environment for young people ages 5 through 18, inclusive, to learn football, cheerleading, and the principles of good sportsmanship irrespective of their age, gender, nationality, or religious beliefs. Ayf is the fastest growing youth organization in america, founded in 1996 american youth football has grown to over 600,000 members with leagues in all 50 states, canada, mexico, western europe, and asia. The early history of american football can be traced to early versions of rugby football and. The tyfsf is a flag football, tackle football and spirit program for youth ages 5 15. American youth football conference of oklahoma bylaws 1 2014 rule book marcus ware, president telephone number. The 20 and 2014 ncaa rulebook contains two specific rules relating to helmet visors.
American youth football and cheer has many websites and resources to serve our members and can be accessed from our main website. The pacific youth football league pyfl is a nonprofit, volunteer organization established in 1993. Ayf rules state that touch football will be with two hands. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayf members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. Any cheerleading, dance, or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is.
Meet the nfl pro bowl 2x super bowl champion nyg brandon jacobs talks about ayf. The federation has been in existence since 1969 and is now comprised of 15 associations. American youth football required for regional and national participation all rostered participants must complete the following paperwork in order to be allowed to participate in any american youth football, inc. This rule book must be followed at all times, this includes but is not limited to pre. Addendum ayf official rules and regulations lopsided rule the bay state lopsided score rule is 28 points. At many places in the text, there are approved rulings which serve to supplement and illustrate the basic language of the rules. Studies have shown that age is the biggest factor in injuries with regards to youth football. Click here for usa football event updates and postponements. Dartmouth played its own version called old division football, the rules of which.
Pop warner is the only youth football and cheerleading. League standings northern virginia american youth football. Due to the global pandemic of covid19 coronavirus, the njayf executive board has declared all activities league wide to cease immediately, including but not limited to, practices, fundraisers, inperson meetings, inperson registrations, and special events. Giving back american youth football is on a mission to give back to the community. Once the score differential reaches 28 points, a winner and loser is officially declared, the game will continue to be played and all mprs must still be completed by the conclusion of the game. These conferences must strictly abide by ayf rules and regulations as outlined in this official ayf rule book. The pacific youth football league pyfl is a nonprofit. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements, recommendations guidelines and best practices. The metro is governed by a board of directors, and executive officers that have adopted ayfs current governing rules, which subscribe to the. Ayfayc insurance checklistnot required if you have sadler insurance 5. Over our 20 years, we have built a community out of sportsenthusiastic. Oct 06, 2019 the goal of blackstone valley is to provide a healthy and safe environment for young people ages 5 through 18, inclusive, to learn football, cheerleading, and the principles of good sportsmanship irrespective of their age, gender, nationality, or religious beliefs. A fitting way to closeout their youth football careers. This document is the first in the book, before the divider tab.
Find ayf official rules in the ayf rules and regulations manual. All games will be played with this football, each team will receive a game ball onsite or they can use their own wilson ayf football. The 2014 ayfayc national championships begin on dec. Select ayc seniors are invited to sideline cheer and perform at halftime at the ayf 8th grade allstar football game. Visors may only have the manufacturer or distributor label. We were reminded that april 1st is the first date to register flag, football. Official rules and regulations revised 0501 2014 ayf wishes to recognize and acknowledge the following individuals for not only their contributions to the world of football but for their tireless efforts, support and encouragement, in developing the partnership between ayf and the nfl. Football patches must be placed on left front chest. This is why ayf separates kids by age in lieu of allowing older lighter kids play against younger children. Cheer patches must be placed in the designated areas on the uniforms as determined by national. The international headquarters of american youth football, inc.
Fundamentals, sportsmanship, physical standards are just a part of the ayf mission, and from its nine domestic regions, to countries abroad, coaches, athletes and. Usa football has prepared this usa football youth football rulebook as a resource to leagues, coaches, officials, players, parents and fans in the united. This publication further unifies americas favorite sport on its grassroots level and fosters fair play through easytounderstand diagrams, tips and graphics to introduce and explain rules, sportsmanship. Started in 1996, the league boasts programs across the region, in towns such as pembroke pines, delray beach, coral springs, tamarac, hollywood, and plantation. The metro consist of football and cheer associations located throughout prince georges and charles counties, as well as baltimore, in the state of maryland and from the district of columbia. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayf members as a. Any cheerleading, dance or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is. To provide a wholesome competitiveness within the scope of our rules and regulations that will protect the youth football player and cheerleader. We were reminded that april 1st is the first date to register flag, football and cheer teams for the 2014 season. This rule book is not allinclusive and should be used in conjunction with other external resources, meaning resources which are beyond what is provided to you by american youth football.
Ayf and ayc competition divisions can be found in the rule book. American youth football, founded in 1996, provides the opportunity for young athletes across the world to play the game of football in a positive and competitive environment. The following shall be the minimum mandatory play rule mpr for all pop warner teams. Governing rule book bay state conference is governed by ncaa and miaa rules addendum ayf official rules and regulations. Cmyfc 2014 8th grade all stars are national champions the cmyfc national all star team headed down to kissimmee florida for the ayf national championships. The 2019 ayf 8th grade allstar game players will be selected from ayf.
Dec 04, 2014 the 2014 ayfayc national championships begin on dec. Previous years ie 2014 regional event host financial report are due. Rule book a copy of the 2015 ayf football rule book must be included in the front of all books. All players wishing to participate in ayfl flag football must be registered with his her participant schools program and must be going to 1 st or 2 nd grade in september of the current season. Revival games were played in 2009 and 2011, and very briefly, in 2014. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayc members as a. Football games are to be scheduled no more than one 1 game per week with a minimum of 48 hours 2 days between games. Kicking off the phoenix ayf salute to service weekend oct. If a team doesnt have two 2 jerseys, they must notify ayf headquarters, prior to arriving, so special arrangements can be made. Ayf believes that all kids deserve equal opportunities, special attention and respect. The name of this league is american youth cheer ayc. Then place both documents in the same sheet protector. In 1911, he wrote a book on the early history of american football entitled. All players wishing to participate in ayfl flag football must be registered with his her participant schools program and must be going to 1 st or 2 nd grade in september of the current season all other matters relating to registration, participation.
Book certification can be stuffy, but not in phoenix ayf. Elizabeth bray reminded everyone about the ayfayc social media that can be accessed it includes face book, twitter, you tube, etc. Background check and coaches training affidavits 2. November 25, 2019 state championship games results november 19, 2019 state games scheduled with times and locations updated november 11, 2019 championship results.
The american youth football ayf league has created a sister league uniquely for its cheerleaders. Shelby, mi 49455 2318612262 2318615244 fax merrowvista. E the ayf national allstar game see end of rulebook. The american youth football league is an inclusive venue for youth sports in the greater south florida area. This is why ayf separates kids by age in lieu of allowing older lighter kids play against younger children we surround ourselves with the best blackstone valley youth football conference is comprised of regional and national championship american youth football associations. Among the ideas voiced during more than 150 usa football state leadership forums since 2007 has been the need for a youth footballspecific rule book.
We get the teams certified, thoroughly check player eligibility, and then we celebrate. Updated rules will be included in the online 2020 conference rule book. The defensive player must touch the ball carrier between the shoulder and the knees. The arizona ayf celebrity golf tournament is a liberty mutual insurance invitational tour stop. Blocking is done between the shoulder and waist only.
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