RETURN TO YOUTH FOOTBALL

League Commissioners and Coaches

LEAGUES

We surveyed leagues and parents. Parents want the best for their kids and they want to keep them safe. That recipe hasn’t changed, safety is rightly even more of a priority now.

Understand playing this spring or fall is going to be different. Your rosters may be smaller, your schedule may be adjusted. This page is full of resources on how to return responsibly and communicate your process with parents.

THE BASICS

START HERE

These are the most critical comeback pieces.

WEBINAR

HEAR FROM A DOCTOR

We mentioned medical experts reviewed our plan. We spoke with one of them, Dr. Michael Koester. Watch this conversation to see what he has to say.

WATCH

LOCAL AND NATIONAL RESOURCES

INFO ON YOUR STATE AND THE U.S.

Each state is unique so it's important to listen to your local government. Find those details and get information from the CDC and other national organizations.

ACCESS NOW:

ADDITIONAL TOOLS

STOCK UP

LEAGUE PREP KIT

WHAT YOU NEED

Compare this to what you have now and fill in the blanks. Get it here:

FIND SUPPLIES:
GET THE CHECKLIST

PARENT PREP KIT

WHAT PARENTS NEED

Share with your parents so they're ready.

FIND SUPPLIES:
GET THE CHECKLIST

MONITOR PROGRAM

THREE COLORS, THREE ROLES

A look at our monitor program. Full details in the Return to Youth Football Guidelines.

  • Red = Entrance
  • White = Stands
  • Blue = Field

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MORE WAYS TO COME BACK

ONLINE, AT HOME OR IN PERSON

VIRTUAL WAYS TO PLAY

GET ACTIVE AT HOME
Play the game away from the field this fall.

KICK, THROW & GO℠

SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS
No season doesn't have to mean no football with Kick, Throw & Go. Kids sharpen and show off their skills while keeping their distance.

MORE GAME TYPES

TRY FLAG
Flag has all the fun without the contact. Find out if it could fit in your community.

COACH PLANNER APP

COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY
Both coaches and parents can use the app for drills at practice or at home this year.

BACKYARD GAMES

BRINGING THE GAME TO YOU
There's something for every age. Grab a ball, the family and find some space to play!

A CLOSER LOOK

ADDING FLAG TO A TACKLE LEAGUE
Commissioners from three successful youth programs share their experiences and impacts of offering flag in addition to tackle.