Huntsville American League Football Information Bulletin:

Fall 2009 Season

What are the age divisions?

The cut off date for city football is August 1st.

5-6 year old flag football (80 yard field)
7-8 year old tackle football (80 yard field)
9-10
11-12

Age divisions are enforced by the city and must be verified via birth certificate.

Are there weight restrictions?

There are no general player weight limits. However, there are weight restrictions associated with the ball carrier.The ball carrier restrictions are as follows:

7-8: 80 pounds
9-10: 100 pounds
11-12: 125 pounds

Players over the weight restrictions are given different number jerseys indicating that they are ineligible to advance the football (even on a turnover). Every player is required to weigh in before each game and ball carriers are allowed a weight increase of 10 lbs. over the course of the season.

What is the cost?

class=MsoNormal>$70 per player, $40 for flag.

What equipment do I have to purchase?

None. To play American League football - all football equipment (exception of shoes/cleats) is provided by the city & American League.

Where are games played?

All games are played within Huntsville city limits. Home games (4-5) for American League are played on the Whitesburg middle football field. Away games (4-5) are played at some of the following parks: Stoner field, McGucken Park, Civic, Brahan Springs, etc..

What day of the week are games played?

Almost all games are played on weekday nights. If practice is scheduled on Saturday it will be early morning.

How often and how long will we practice?

Like in most youth sports practice time is largely dependant on the time of the volunteer coaches. However, city rules for practice frequency and length are as follows:

Practices are not to exceed 2 hours.
Practice days are limited to 4 times per week for weeks with no scheduled games
And 3 times per week for weeks with scheduled games

When does practice start? Games?

Practice should start around the first week of August with games starting ~3 weeks later.

Are there minimum play rules?

All kids are required to play in each game. Minimum play rules vary by age / level.

How / When do I sign up?

We are going to take sign ups early this year so we have a solid start to our season. Official sign ups (in person) will take place on weekends in July. However, any one who wishes to play can simply contact Vince Daniel at 256.305.9093 (v.daniel@comcast.net)

Can I volunteer to coach or help?

We are always looking for parents who want to get involved. The league allows four coaches (1 head and 3 assistants) on the sidelines for the games. But, we could can use many more than that during practice and / or keeping stats, etc. from the stands. So, if you are interested please contact Vince Daniel at 256.305.9093 (v.daniel@comcast.net).

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