Mission

The Mission of the Tuscarora Jr. Titans is to organize and maintain recreational youth football and cheerleading for the children of Tuscarora High School feeder system in an instructional nature; to provide adequate supervision and guidance; to promote the development of honesty, good fellowship, self-discipline, and team play, which are the basic essentials of Good Sportsmanship. The only place success comes before hard work is in the dictionary – Vince Lombardi

Flag

Ages eligible: 4,5 & 6 (Must be 5 by August 31)
Weight Limit: None

Flag football is for children ages 4, 5 and 6. The only equipment used is a flag belt, mouthpiece, and cleats. Basic concepts in football are addressed at this level. Game day is a controlled scrimmage against the flag team representing the organization that the rest of our program faces on that particular day. Coaches will be on the field providing instruction during these scrimmages in a similar fashion that takes place during scrimmages.

Mini-Pony

Ages eligible: 8 & Under (Must be 8 by August 31)
Weight Limit: 110 lbs.

Mini-pony division is primarily for children ages 7-8 years old with a maximum weight limit of 110lbs. In order to advance the football, ball handlers must under 90lbs. Players over the 90lb are considered “red stripers” and must play on the line. This division is the first level of contact football. Practices will be critical in developing sound fundamentals in blocking and tackling. Basic team concepts in offense and defense as well as learning specific positions will be an important part of the team experience. Game day is in the format of a controlled scrimmage against the mini-pony team that our program plays on that particular day. There are no special teams, referees or score at this level in accordance with MVYFL rules. Coaches are on the field during these scrimmages providing instruction to the players in the scrimmage setting in a similar fashion to what would take place in a practice. This division is a great opportunity for participants to develop into full contact football players.

Pony

Ages eligible: 10 & Under (Must be 10 by August 31)
Weight Limit: 135lbs.

The pony division is primarily for children ages 9-10 years old with a maximum weight limit of 135lbs. In order to advance the football, ball handlers must under 115 lbs. Players over the 115 lb are considered “red stripers” and must play on the line. During pony games, coaches are on the sidelines at all times. These contests are played under complete game regulations inclusive of special teams. Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials. This division is a great opportunity for participants to begin playing full contact football in true game situations. First time players and experienced players are welcome.

Junior Varsity

Ages Eligible:

12 & Under (Must be 12 by August 31)

Weight Limit: 150 lbs.

The JV division is primarily for children ages 11-12 years old with a maximum weight limit of 150 lbs. In order to advance the football, ball handlers must under 130 lbs. Players over the 130 lb are considered “red stripers” and must play on the line. During JV games, coaches are on the sidelines at all times. These contests are played under complete game regulations inclusive of special teams. Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials. This division is a great opportunity for participants to further develop their full contact football skills or learn them for the first time. New players and experienced players are welcome.

*Maximum grade eligible for Junior Varsity Team (Age 12), is 7th

Varsity

Ages Eligible:

14 & Under (Must be 13 by August 31)
Varsity Weights by position
Tackle to Tackle – Unlimited Weight
13 year old : 155 lbs. to carry ball and positions off the line.
14 year old : 140 lbs. to carry ball and positions off the line.

The varsity division is primarily for children ages 13-14 years old with no maximum weight limits. Players over the 155 lb or 140 lb weight limits depending on age are considered “red stripers” and must play on the line. Each quarter is 8 minutes in length and the games are regulated by High School officials. First year players are welcome to join the team and historically have become impact players. For our returning players and those moving up from JV, the varsity level prepares them mentally and physically for the next step of their football careers.

*Maximum grade eligible for Varsity Team is 8th