How are Rosters selected?

For Cheer:

Participants are assigned to levels by age according to NBYFL's structure. Depending on number of participants at each level, Head Coaches may move some participants around a bit at their discretion (with Director oversight and approval). Special requests for participants to cheer on a specific level other than the one assigned will be considered by effected Head Coaches, Cheer Director(s) and approved by the Board of Officers. First and foremost consideration when assigning rosters will be given to safety, readiness, and participation numbers at each level. No guarantees will be made or given re any special requests.

For Football:

Divisions of play are divided into three-- introductory, instructional and competitive play. Each level within the divisions of play are constructed around promoting positive growth and development of our youth athletes:

3) Competitive Play Division consists of Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Peewee Levels. These levels are by nature competitive and standings are maintained. Age and weight limits apply.

2) Instructional Divisions consists of Super Peewee, Clinic and Pre-Clinic levels. These levels primarily focus on learning and development, and standings are not formally maintained. Age and weight limits apply.

1) Flag Division can be divided into two levels or more, depending on number of participants and range of ages and weights. This level is purely introductory, rudimentary, non-tackle and no standings are maintained.

Level rosters are formed each new season and organized by grouping players according to age, weight, and experience. The number of players registering each season, timing of registrants, and age and weight limits are the main factors determining rosters for each level.

Levels have Starting Age (on 8/1) and Weight Limits as follows:

Flag - age 5 to 7 on Aug 1, no weight limit

PreClinic - age 8 on Aug 1, 90 pounds and under

Clinic - age 9 on Aug 1, 100 pounds and under

SuperPeeWee - age 10 on Aug 1, 111 pounds and under

PeeWee - age 11 on Aug 1, 123 pounds and under

JV - age 12 on Aug 1, 138 pounds and under

Varsity - age 13-14 on Aug 1, 161 pounds and under

Note: MCYFL allows Tackle to Tackle weights on the upper level rosters-- first week of play, no equipment:

Varisty -168 lbs / JV - 144 lbs / PeeWee - 128 lbs