Game pants (Players should have a girdle that includes hip pads, tail pads, thigh pads and cup).
When and where is equipment distributed?
Equipment will be distributed in July. An email will be sent to all registered players with details as to when to show up at the equipment shed. Clark Youth Football is located at Curry Field, 9 Reifel Street, Clark, New Jersey 07066.
Are there any more fees after I pay the registration for Clark Youth Football?
Other than the equipment you need to purchase (mentioned above) there are no more fees. However, some teams (8th grade) will order their own jerseys. Also, depending on the year, teams will be asked to fundraise for the organization.
When and where are practices?
It depends on what team the player is on and what age he is. Typically a team will practice 3 times a week during the season and 3-4 times a week during the pre-season. We will not practice on weekends during the pre-season. Practice times will be made available to each team no later than Sunday evening each week. We have two practice locations. The first practice location is Curry Field, located at 9 Reifel Street, Clark, New Jersey 07066. The second practice location is located at Arthur L. Johnson High School, 365 Westfield Ave. Clark, New Jersey 07066.
When does the season start and how long does it run?
Football games are typically held on Sundays and practice schedules vary based on teams/grades. Practice starts on the Monday of the week of August 15th. The season traditionally runs from September through November, depending on the playoffs.
What is the practice and play time policy?
While there is no league wide policy on the number of practices a player must attend to play, we do expect that players attend all practices. Absences are dealt with on a case-by-case basis and may result in a player not playing the first half of a game or perhaps not playing in the game at all. In football, if a player does not know what to do on a particular play, both they and their teammates can get hurt. It is very important that players attend all scheduled practices.
If my son starts playing and decides he does not like it, can I get my money back?
Unfortunately we do not offer refunds after July 15th. The reason is because we have already spent money on equipment, insurance, and other expenses, as football is an expensive sport. It costs the league more than the registration fee for a child to play.
Where are games played?
Home games are played at Nolan Field, located at Arthur L. Johnson High School, 365 Westfield Ave. Clark, New Jersey 07066. Away games are played at one of the other NJSYFL team’s sites. Directions to away games will be emailed to all registered participants each week.
Are there tryouts to make a team?
No. Teams fill up on a first come first serve basis through our registration process. There is a limit to the number of players allowed on a team roster. Once the maximum number of players for a given team has been reached, registration is closed for that team.
Does my son need a physical examination prior to participating?
Yes. Your son must have an up to date medical physical examination annually prior to participation. They will not be allowed to practice or play in games without one. The decision if a player is healthy enough to begin participation is up to the parent and the player’s physician.
What is the time commitment for players and parents?
Organized tackle football requires an entire team to perform as a single unit. There are up to eight hours of practice each week in the pre-season (no weekends). Once school begins, practice time drops to six hours during the week. Games are usually on Sundays, but this is also subject to change. The head coach of each team will email the schedule for each week by Sunday evening. In addition, ALL parents are required to volunteer their time for the program. At all home games, all levels of teams will be required to have their parents volunteer for the snack stand, game day chains and markers, and other volunteer positions that are needed to run the event.
What if I have interest in volunteer coaching?
Anyone interested in volunteer coaching must be certified in the following: