Ayf football rule book

American youth football, inc, established in 1996, is a support services organization, dedicated to giving. Actions in contravention of the rules designed to ensure fair competition may result in probation, suspension, or. Nys nevada was granted the american youth football charter for the state of nevada in june of 2016 and with ayf will continue to work to provide a safe, fun, and fair environment for all athletes, volunteers, and parents. Ayf believes that all kids deserve equal opportunities, special attention and respect. Nova ayfayc is a ayf national chartered conference which participate in ayfaycs atlantic regional and ayf national tournaments. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements, recommendations guidelines and best practices. Rule book a copy of the 2015 ayf football rule book must be included in the front of all books. The league will be known as the american youth football league inc. The international headquarters of american youth football, inc. Board members northern virginia american youth football. Any cheerleading, dance, or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is automatically welcomed into this organization.

Meet the nfl pro bowl 2x super bowl champion nyg brandon jacobs talks about ayf. Football patches must be placed on left front chest. Then place both documents in the same sheet protector. Northern virginia american youth football conference. Our guidelines are established to ensure that every player plays in an atmosphere of learning. These goals in conjunction with ayf, which was founded in 1996 to promote the wholesome development of youth through their association with adult leaders in the sport of american football, and get away from the superficial structure of weight and age and move into the all inclusive grade based structure, still hold true today. 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. Roanoke county tackle football 20 rules and regulations highlighted rules are changes or points of emphasis for the 20 season all roanoke county parks, recreation and tourism youth tackle football games will play in accordance with. Unless stated otherwise in these ayfl flag rules and regulations, ayfl flag football coaches and participants are subject to the current ayfl tackle rules and regulations. Through our skills camps, flag football tournaments and tackle football program, yuma ayf strives to improve the game of football in the yuma area.

Below is the revised state game schedule for saturday with times, day and location. We added one game on saturday so the times of the last two games were affected. Page 20 section k playoff system ayf regionals and ayf nationals page 21 official usa football rule on trick plays page 22 safekid program policy page 23 high school penalty summary page 24 weight matrix pages 25 spring league rules addendum. Studies have shown that age is the biggest factor in injuries with regards to youth football. Only plays from the line of scrimmage are considered legitimate plays. Ayfco is a nonprofit organization within the meaning of the statutes and. This is why ayf separates kids by age in lieu of allowing older lighter kids play against younger children. Any cheerleading, dance or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is. 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. The greater phoenix american youth football and cheer conference phxayf is a nonprofit 501c3 organization providing positive. Founded in 2016, the yuma american youth football league focuses on the four pillars of ayf. To provide a football league that is to benefit children by establishing rules and regulations governing. Scholastic eligibility and confidentiality affidavits 3.

If youre looking for a detailed and concise football rules book, this one is merely adequate. Please contact if you are interested in becoming a member of the nova ayf conference. Established in 2012, the central texas conference now supports seven feeder associations with 65 football and cheer teams serving over 1,300 kids. The course includes the ebook coaching youth cheerleading, written by asep in conjunction with varsity brands. Rules distinctions this model rule book rule book is provided to ayc members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. We participate in the ayfayc regional and national tournaments. Applicants must complete 1 live coaches clinic hosted by a varsity football staff. Proof of insurance and risk management agreement 4. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules system for the youth game. All ayfayc participating head coaches of football and cheer are required to complete the ayf ayc online asep coaches course. Your comments and suggestions are solicited and encouraged to make your membership with ayf a more enjoyable. Training, participation, sportsmanship, and community. Select ayc seniors are invited to sideline cheer and perform at halftime at the ayf 8th grade allstar football game. These conferences must strictly abide by ayf rules and regulations as outlined in this official ayf rule book.

If interested in participating with northern virginias most competitive football conference please contact. Ayf members may contact the football commissioner with questions regarding this rule book and the contents therein. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the san diego youth. This rule book must be followed at all times, this includes but is not limited to pre. The book also isnt close to complete and misses some pretty important stuff like the many various ways a safety can be accomplished. Coaches, player, and parents are urged to obtain and read a copy of the ayfl rules and regulations. The name of this league is american youth cheer ayc. Our goal is to build a competitive youth football program that encourages excellence on and off the field. All clock situations will be played by nfhs rule book except for the following.

The name of this organization is the american youth football conference of oklahoma ayfco. Giving back american youth football is on a mission to give back to the community. Nova ayf plays in accordance with ayfayc adopted rules as outlined in the official ayfayc national rule book. American youth football central texas conference is the premier youth football and cheer school district feeder league overseeing the central texas region. The arizona ayf celebrity golf tournament is a liberty mutual insurance invitational tour stop. Ayf players are guaranteed a minimum of 8 plays per game. 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.

The intent of the appalachian youth football league ayfl is to both. Constitution & bylaws revised 112018 rules & regulations revised 12019 rules & regulation league structure revised 62019. All the imagesdiagrams in the book are in black and white and pretty boring overall. Cheer patches must be placed in the designated areas on the uniforms. Background check and coaches training affidavits 2. This rule book is not allinclusive and should be used in conjunction with other external resources, meaning resources which are beyond. I have read and agree to the website terms and conditions cheer resources. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Section 3 structure rule enforcementauthority football rules.

American youth football flag and touch football rules american youth football also offers flag and touch football programs. Rules and regulations are established to ensure that players play in an atmosphere of safety with a competitive balance between teams. The american youth football ayf league has created a sister league uniquely for its cheerleaders. 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. Ayfayc insurance checklistnot required if you have sadler insurance 5.