FarmingtonValley

Frequently Asked Questions

This is the section of the website where I try to answer your questions before you ask them.  Here goes...

Tackle Football:

Tackle Football Equipment Guide
What are the ages for tackle?
When do practices start?

Where do we practice/play?
When do we get uniforms/pads/equipment?
Is there a practice requirement for receiving equipment?
What do we need to buy for our player?
What days/times are games?
How are squads decided?

Flag Football:

When do practices start?
What are the ages for Flag?
Where do we practice/play?

What days/times are games?
What do we need to buy for our player?

Cheerleading:

When do practices start?
What are the ages for Cheerleading?
What do we need to buy for our player?
What days/times are games?

Misc.

How do I get in touch with someone from the league?


Tackle Football

What are the ages for tackle?

C Squad - ages 7 - 9 (1st - 4th grade)
B Squad – ages 10 - 11 ( 5th & 6th grade)
A Squad –
ages 12 - 14 (7th & 8th grade)


When do practices start?

Practices will start on August 16th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.  The first week, practices will be held Monday through Thursday.  On Friday August 20th, all registered players will be drafted onto teams, regardless of whether they have attended practices or not.  Practice will be Monday through Thursday from 6 to 7:30 for the next two weeks.  On the week of September 13th practices will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the same time.

Where are practices/games held?

Practices are generally on the football practice fields at Farmington High School, the fields by the first parking lot, and at West Woods Upper Elementry.  Games will be held primarily at FHS.

When will we receive uniforms/pads/equipment?

All equipment will be handed out on a Saturday August 21st after the first week of practices.  Players will receive all necessary pads, practice pants, and game uniforms.  Proper fitting is supervised by our experienced coaching staff to ensure that standards of safety are met.  There will be a make-up equipment day on Friday August 27th, for those who do not recieve pads the first session.

Does a player need to attend practice to receive pads?

All players must be present for 3 practices before suiting up.

What does a player need to buy?

Players must be prepared with a tee shirt and shorts for the first week of practices.  Cleats should be worn (any type will do).  If this is not possible, sneakers will suffice for the first week.  When contact begins, players will need their own athletic supporter.

What days/times are games?

Games will begin on September 12th.

Games are held on Sundays.  Estimated game times are:
            C Squad – 10:00 AM & 12:00PM
            B Squad – 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM
            A Squad –
12:00 PM & 2:00 PM

The finalized game schedule will be published prior to the beginning of the season.

How are squads decided?

Players are separated into three squads (an outdated term, they are now more like conferences, with four teams each), A, B, and C, based on age and weight.


Flag Football

When do practices start?

Practices will begin on [this date will be filled in soon], from 6:00 – 7:00 PM.  For the first few weeks, Flag Football will meet on Fridays and Sundays.

What are the ages for Flag?

Ages for Flag are 5 - 7 years old

Where do we practice/play?

Friday practices will be at West Woods Upper Elementry, the baseball outfield.  Sunday games will be held on the F field in front of Farmington High School, next to the Farmington Library.

What days/times are games?

Games are played on Sundays, will run about 1 hour, promptly starting at 8:45 AM

What do we need to buy for our player?

Players should have gym shorts, cleats (any kind) or sneakers, and a tee shirt for the first practice.  Players will be supplied with flags and a numbered tee shirt during the season.


Cheerleading

When do practices start?

Practices will begin on August 16th, from 6:00 – 7:30PM. 

What do we need to buy for our player?

C Squad - ages 7 - 9 (1st - 4th grade)
B Squad – ages 10 - 11 ( 5th & 6th grade)
A Squad –
ages 12 - 14 (7th & 8th grade)

What do we need to buy for our player?

The league will provide each girl with:

• Cheer skirt, shell and body suit.(girls were required to purchase body suit in prior years)

Cheerleaders will be required to purchase:

• Hanes cheer sneakers (approx $20 at Wal-Mart)
• Skin-color dance tights and white knit gloves ($5 at dance store or Wal-Mart )
• Cheer bloomers, socks (approx. $10 total) and a Mudhogs maroon sweatshirt ($20) or jacket ($50) purchased from the league.

What days/times are games?

Each squad will cheer for one game every Sunday beginning in mid-September. The game times are between 10:00AM and 3:00PM and last for approximately 2 hours.

Where can I find the latest information about cheerleading?

In season messages are passed primarily via email. Make sure the league has your current email address and check your inbox regularly to keep up with the latest updates. If you're looking for more information on this site, check the cheerleading page.


Misc.

How do I get in touch with someone from the league?

Try our Board Members page.  If you still can’t find who you’re looking for, email me (nflboyz@gmail.com).  I’ll be happy to connect you to any of our staff.