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2026 Tackle Football - Fall 2026

PLAYER REGISTRATION IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.  A GRADE MAY CLOSE EARLY IF REGISTRATION IS FULL.  PLAYERS MAY STILL REGISTER AND ADDED TO THE WAITLIST FOR THAT GRADE

YOUTH TACKLE FOOTBALL FOR ATHLETES IN 2ND - 8TH GRADE

Our league is a competitive family environment with volunteers who teach a safe brand of football for all athletes to learn and succeed. All coaches are certified through the USA Football Heads Up football program. 

Registration opens March 1 of each year.  Registration continues until late June but grades may close earlier depending on the number of players registered.  It is suggested to register as early as possible to confirm placement for the upcoming season.

Returning players must register by May 31st to guarantee placement on their previous team's roster.

Returning players are defined as players that played tackle football from the previous fall season.  

Players who participated in the Rookie Camp are still considered new players.

2026 New Player Camp - Annual 2026

This camp is available to players (2nd - 8th grade) to see what football is all about! Our camp is run by AYFA Volunteers/Coaches and local High School athletes. It gives new players an opportunity to "test the waters" before committing to playing. Walk-Up Registration will also be available. 

Camp Dates: June 1st - June 3rdm 6pm-7:30pm (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) @ RALSTON VALLEY: 13355 W 80th Avenue, Arvada

2026 Background Checks - Fall 2026

All Volunteers must complete this registration to for their background checks.   The $20 background check is good for two calendar years.