tackle football rules, guidelines
& frequently asked questions
tackle football frequently asked questions
Q: WHAT AGE DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BE TO PARTICIPATE IN TACKLE FOOTBALL?
A: Dexter children entering grades 3-6 may participate in tackle football. We break out teams between 3rd & 4th grades and 5th & 6th grades.
A: Dexter children entering grades 3-6 may participate in tackle football. We break out teams between 3rd & 4th grades and 5th & 6th grades.
Q: ARE THERE TRYOUTS FOR TACKLE FOOTBALL?
A: No, there are no tryouts. Evaluations will take place to ensure kids are placed appropriately on teams.
A: No, there are no tryouts. Evaluations will take place to ensure kids are placed appropriately on teams.
Q: WHAT EQUIPMENT WILL MY CHILD NEED FOR TACKLE FOOTBALL?
A: A helmet, shoulder pads, mouth guard, jersey and 1 pair of pants with pads will be provided by DYFL. Everything will be picked up on Equipment Day, Sunday, August 22nd. Players will need cleats and an athletic cup to play tackle football.
A: A helmet, shoulder pads, mouth guard, jersey and 1 pair of pants with pads will be provided by DYFL. Everything will be picked up on Equipment Day, Sunday, August 22nd. Players will need cleats and an athletic cup to play tackle football.
Q: WHAT ARE THE PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES?
A: Parents are expected to bring their child to practices and games. Parents are not expected to stay during practice times, but can if they would like to. Parent help is needed in the concession stand, chain gang, announcer's booth, apparel table and with the end of year banquet. Stay tuned for emailed Sign Up Genius to set up your volunteer positions!
A: Parents are expected to bring their child to practices and games. Parents are not expected to stay during practice times, but can if they would like to. Parent help is needed in the concession stand, chain gang, announcer's booth, apparel table and with the end of year banquet. Stay tuned for emailed Sign Up Genius to set up your volunteer positions!
Q: WHAT SAFETY PRACTICES ARE IN PLACE FOR THE CHILDREN?
A: DYFL coaches and players are members of USA Football and participate in the Heads-Up Training and Certification Program. Coaches attend clinics throughout the Summer that teach proper blocking and tackling techniques. Equipment is inspected and evaluated each season to ensure the children have the proper gear in order to play safe and fun football.
A: DYFL coaches and players are members of USA Football and participate in the Heads-Up Training and Certification Program. Coaches attend clinics throughout the Summer that teach proper blocking and tackling techniques. Equipment is inspected and evaluated each season to ensure the children have the proper gear in order to play safe and fun football.
Q: IF MY CHILD ATTENDS A SCHOOL DISTRICT OUTSIDE OF DEXTER, CAN THEY PLAY FOOTBALL WITH DYFL?
A: A child is eligible to play football for DYFL if they are a resident of Dexter or attend Dexter Community Schools.
A: A child is eligible to play football for DYFL if they are a resident of Dexter or attend Dexter Community Schools.
