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YFL – YMCA FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Youth Football

The YMCA of Greater Montgomery Youth Football League is a 65-year-old instructional and recreational tackle football league played by elementary students ages 6 through 12 and our youth flag football league is ages 3 through 12. Our youth football program includes weekly games and practices focused on safety, proper game fundamentals, and individual participation. Through strong coaching and structured guidelines, we help every participant grow using football to create new friendships that help strengthen our community.

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2025 YFL Parent Information Sheet

2023 Little Punters Game Schedule

This program is for children ages 4 to 12 as of October 1, 2022.

  • Cubs: Pre-k, Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade
  • Termites: 3rd & 4th Grade
  • Pee-Wee: 5th & 6th Grade

Please note: Adjustments may be made to age groups based on the number of children signed up for each grade level.

general information

  • Registration: Ends August 12, 2023
  • Season Begins: August 14, 2023 – November 11, 2023 
  • Cost: $75 members, $150 non-members 
  • Ages: 6-12
  • Registration is in-house or online.
  • Participating locations: Bell Road YMCA, East Family YMCA, Grandview Family YMCA, Wetumpka YMCA, Midtown YMCA, Cleveland Avenue YMCA, and Wilson YMCA.
Bell Road

The YFL – YMCA Flag Football League Little Punters provides players the opportunity to learn the basics of football in a developmental environment. The league’s main focus is on having fun and teaching fundamentals. The YMCA is proud to partner with the NFL Flag Football League.

17 Springs

The YFL – YMCA Flag Football League Little Punters provides players the opportunity to learn the basics of football in a developmental environment. The league’s main focus is on having fun and teaching fundamentals. The YMCA is proud to partner with the NFL Flag Football League.

BELL ROAD
EAST
MIDTOWN
WILSON
Cleveland
Grandview
Wetumpka
WILSON

2024 Fall Tackle Football

The YFL – YMCA Football League is a recreational program designed for youngsters who want to learn how to play the sport, brush up on the rules, learn practice tactics and skills, improve their game, and most importantly- HAVE FUN! Our focus is on football education, participation, and sportsmanship. Children must be ages 6-12. We will require for Tackle Football registration only; a Participant Photo and either the most recent Report Card OR the participant’s birth certificate. Please email all items to the sports director of the branch you are playing for. 

general information

  • Registration Begins: June 3, 2024
  • Registration Ends: August 4, 2024
  • Season: September 21, 2024 – November 16, 2024 
  • Cost: $100 members, $190 non-members 
  • Ages: 6-12
  • Registration is in-house or online.
  • Participating locations: Bell Road YMCA, East Family YMCA, Grandview Family YMCA, Wetumpka YMCA, Midtown YMCA, Cleveland Avenue YMCA, and Wilson YMCA.

Football Equipment List

Before attending their first practice, each participant in the youth tackle football program must come equipped with essential gear to ensure their safety and readiness for the game. Proper equipment not only protects players from potential injuries but also enhances their performance on the field. This includes a well-fitted helmet, sturdy cleats, and appropriate pads. Here is the comprehensive list of the necessary equipment every player should have to participate in our program:
  • Shoulder Pads
  • White Helmet
  • Mouth Piece (must be color no clear allowed
  • Practice Jersey
  • Team Pants must be all the same for games
    • Options: All white or all black
  • Hip Pads (2)
  • Knee Pads (2)
  • Thigh Pads (2)
  • Tail Pad
  • Cleats

*Equipment must be purchased prior to the first week of practice and your child must be properly fitted.

 

Register Today

You can register for tackle football online by selecting your location and age group below. Alternatively, you can download the tackle football registration form and submit it in person at your participating local Y branch.

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Download Tackle Football Registration Form

2025 Spring Flag Football

The YFL – YMCA Flag Football League provides players the opportunity to learn the basics of football in a developmental environment. The leagues main focus is on having fun and teaching fundamentals. The YMCA is proud to partner with the NFL Flag Football League.

At the Y, children develop confidence in themselves and in others when they play on a team. The YMCA believes that character development is an essential element of sports. Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility are valued on and off the field. In YMCA sports, everyone plays and everyone plays fair. We put safety first and emphasize positive competition and having fun!

general information

  • Member Priority Registration : Jan. 20 – Jan. 30, 2025
  • Registration for all: January 30 – March 2, 2025
  • Late Registration: $15 late fee March 3 – 10
  • Season: March 10 – May 10, 2025 
  • Cost: $80 members, $160 non-members 
  • Ages: 8-12
  • Registration is in-house or online.
  • Participating locations: Bell Road YMCA, East Family YMCA, Wetumpka YMCA, Midtown YMCA, Cleveland Avenue YMCA, and Wilson YMCA.

Register Today

You can register for flag football online by selecting your location and age group below. Alternatively, you can download the flag football registration form and submit it in person at your participating local Y branch.

Bell Road
Cleveland Ave
East
Midtown
Wetumpka
Wilson
Download Flag Football Registration Form

2024 Fall Little Punters Football

Welcome to the Bell Road YMCA Preschool Flag Football Program. This PARENT-CHILD INTERACTIVE PROGRAM is designed to teach basic football skills, game type situations, and fun. This program will meet on Saturday’s. The season starts September 21st through November 16th 2024.

Mom, dad, or active adult participant.

Team Uniforms will be given out at the 1st meeting. Participants will not receive a call before the 1st meeting. Informational notes will be given upon registration.

Volunteer coaches needed!

general information

  • Registration Begins: June 3, 2024
  • Registration Ends: August 4, 2024
  • Season: September 21, 2024 – November 16, 2024 
  • Cost: $50 members, $100 non-members 
  • Ages: 3-5
  • Registration is in-house or online.
  • Participating locations: Bell Road YMCA, East Family YMCA, Grandview Family YMCA, Wetumpka YMCA, Cleveland Avenue YMCA, and Wilson YMCA.

Register Today

You can register for preschool flag football online by selecting your location and age group below. Alternatively, you can download the preschool flag football registration form and submit it in person at your participating local Y branch.

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Download Preschool Flag Football Registration Form
Cleveland
Grandview
Wetumpka
WILSON

YMCA Youth Football League FAQs

What age groups are eligible for YMCA Montgomery youth football?

Our youth football program is designed for children aged 3-12. We offer age-appropriate leagues to ensure every child has a fun and competitive experience.

What is the restricted weight limit for each age group?
  • Flag football: No weight restrictions
  • Cubs: 90 lbs.
  • Termites: 110 lbs.
  • Pee Wee: 130 lbs.
How can I register my child for the youth football program?

Registration for our youth football program can be completed online through the YMCA Montgomery website or in-person at our facility. 

What will we need when we register?

You will need the payment for participation along with a copy of that child’s recent report card, a Birth Certificate AND a recent photo. (Sorry, we do not store them from the previous year.)

What equipment is required for participating in youth football?

Tackle football Players are required to have a white helmet, practice jersey,  shoulder pads, knee pads, thigh pads, hip pads, tail pad, mouthguard, and cleats. Flag football players are required to have cleats and a mouth guard. We provide jerseys.

What safety measures are in place for youth football?

Safety is our top priority. Our coaches are trained in proper tackling techniques and we follow strict guidelines to prevent injuries. Our coaches are also trained to spot concussions and are trained how to handle them.

We also always have security and first-aid medical staff on the premises for games.

What Days will they practice and play?

Teams will practice up to three days per week (MAX) during pre-season and during the season. Practice days and times are determined by the Head Coach of each team under the approval of the YMCA. Game days will be Saturday morning unless a week night game is necessary.

How are teams split?

Teams are split according to the school they ATTEND at each branch.

When will practice begin?

Pre-season conditioning and skill camps are scheduled to begin the week of August 12th 2024 but full practice is scheduled to begin August 19th, 2024.

When will the season begin?

Jamboree is scheduled for Saturday, September 14th at the Wilson YMCA Sports Complex and The Fields at 17 Springs. The first regular season game will be on September 21, 2024. (subject to change)

I would like to coach... who do I inform and how to I go about the process?

Fill out a coach’s packet (at front desk) and speak with your Branch Sports Director.

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