Football
 

About Panther Football
     Panthers Football is a structured and controlled contact sport players are divided into age divisions based on league rules and requirements. Each player receives hands on instruction and evaluation by a highly trained coaching staff. The instruction outline follows the NFL Junior Player Development Program.

      Our program follows a strict "NO-CUT policy". Every player that signs up makes the team. All Panther divisions are also required to follow a Mandatory Play Rule (see NYFL rules & regulations). Every player gets to play!

      Our program stresses instruction in every aspect of coaching. Utilizing positive reinforcement, hands on coaching, and the best football instruction outline available, the Panther organization is dedicated to promoting growth and achievement in the youth that are involved in this program. Practices are currently scheduled to commence on July 16th.
Football Divisions
All divisions have an age cut off date of August 1st

All divisions will have new Weight limits and allowances for 2008 please check back soon.
 
Age
Minimum Weight
Maximum Weight
Limits & Exceptions
Starts
6, 7, 8
45 lbs.
90 lbs.
   
Rookies
8, 9, 10
55 lbs.
115 lbs.
Five 11-year olds allowed per team.
11
55 lbs.
75 lbs.
Junior Varsity
10, 11, 12
65 lbs.
135 lbs.

Five 13-year olds allowed per team.
No 9th graders allowed at this level.

13
65 lbs.
100 lbs.
Varsity
12, 13, 14
95 lbs.
210 lbs.
Players over 175 lbs. will be designated as an X-Man.
11
120 lbs.
210 lbs.

2008 Football Clinic

Football Requirements

All players must be Certified in order to participate.
In order to be certified all players must meet the following requirements:
**NYFL Medical Forms must be completed by the Doctor's Office and have a the Doctor's Stamp by the first day of practice.

ALL PAPERWORK FUNDRAISING AND FEES DUE ON THE FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE

 ** YOUR CHILD CANNOT PARTICIPATE UNTIL

ALL PAPERWORK FUNDRAISING AND FEES IS IN AND COMPLETE**

Cheer practice begins Monday July 15th 

football practice begins Monday July 15th 

 
Paperwork
Attend Certification
  • Meet age and weight requirements.
Additional Items Football Players Will Need

Equipement

White T-shirt for 1st weeks of conditioning
Football Girdle
Athletic Supporter and Cup
Cleats (no metal spiked cleats)