RTC Tackle Football FAQ

1. What is the registration fee for tackle football?

The cost is $275 for the season plus the cost of the customized RTC football jersey. If registered between 4/1/26 and 5/31/26, you will receive a $25 discount. If for whatever reason, you and/or your child decides that tackle football is not for them prior to the first game of the season, a full refund of your registration (minus the cost of jersey) will be given.

2. What forms are required for my child to participate?

All tackle football participants are required to submit a current physical form prior to participating in the season. We will accept a copy of a physical provided by your child's physician, or you may download and have your physician complete the required form in the Required Forms section below. The form must be signed by a certified physician. This form must be submitted at equipment pickup or at the first practice, or players will not be able to participate.

In addition, if you have not previously shown an original birth certificate for your child to RTC, you will need to bring the original with you to equipment pickup. It will be verified and photographed there.

3. What equipment is provided?

We provide a certified helmet, shoulder pads and practice jersey. This is provided with a deposit at equipment distribution. Deposit is returned to you at equipment return.
Equipment distribution dates will be Wednesday & Thursday July 29 and 30, coinciding with the first days of training camp / heat acclimation. We will make accommodations for those who are unable to attend those nights.
For new players to RTC: You will need to bring a copy of your child's birth certificate to the equipment distribution and get their picture taken. This is an IYFL rule.

4. What equipment must the player obtain?

Cleats, water bottle, mouth guard (2 are recommend), and the correct color football pants (color information forthcoming).

5. What happens at equipment pickup?

New RTC players will need to provide an original copy of their birth certificate and have their photo taken for the official game day books required by the league.
Physical forms must be turned in; see "Required Paperwork" below for details.
Parents/guardians will be asked to review and sign the RTC Code of Conduct.
All tackle and cheer families are required to provide a refundable equipment deposit check prior to receiving equipment. This check will only be used in the event equipment is not returned at the end of the season.

6. When do practices start? What is the practice schedule?

Tackle practices start on Wednesday, July 29th.
Practices will be Monday through Thursday from 6-8PM during the Summer months.
Once school starts, practices will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 6-8PM.
7U practices will be slightly less due to league rules only allowing for a certain amount of hours of practice per week for this age group. Practice times will be communicated by the 7U coaches prior to the start of the regular season.

7. When are games?

Games are typically Saturdays, occasionally Sundays, with the first game being on August 29th.
The final regular season game is on October 17th.
If teams make the playoffs, games will be the following weeks.
Home/Away and game times will be released Mid-Summer.

8. What are the coaches' qualifications?

All coaches have a background in football either playing and/or coaching in the past.
All coaches have done a child abuse background check within the last 2 years.
All coaches must complete various online training including proper tackling techniques and how to identify and treat various injuries including concussions.

9. What other safety precautions will be in place for my child?

All players will undergo “heat acclimation” which is a gradual timeline of allowing the child's body to acclimate with the heat and equipment.
All players will be instructed as to proper and safe tackling techniques.
Per league rules, a certified medic will be on site during all home and away games.

Required Paperwork

Medical Physical Form

All participants of both tackle football and cheer are required to submit a current physical form prior to participating in the season. We will accept a copy of a physical provided by your child's physician, or you can download and have your physician complete the form linked below. The form must be signed by a certified physician. This form must be submitted at equipment pickup or at the first practice, or players will not be able to participate.

Download Physical Form

Birth Certificate Requirement

Birth certificates are required by the Independent Youth Football League (IYFL) for player verification and official game day roster books. If your child has not previously played with RTC, you will need to bring an original birth certificate with you to equipment pickup. It will be verified and photographed at that time.

Please bring all required paperwork to equipment pickup or the first official practice to avoid delays in participation.

RTC Tackle Football Rules

Independent Youth Football League Rules

RTC Tackle Football belongs to the Independent Youth Football League (IYFL) and follows their established playing rules and guidelines. You can find more information about the league here.

For a printable copy of the official IYFL Tackle Football rules, click here. (2026 update forthcoming)

These rules are maintained by the Independent Youth Football League and may be updated prior to or during the season.