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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TACKLE FOOTBALL
Welcome to another season of Norco Jr. All American Football. We look forward to another competitive year. With the advantage of having many teams, all of our players get to participate in the Norco football experience. From the Flag program (ages 5-6) to the Midget level, we are all Norco JAAF. Your child will learn the game of football as well as the importance of teamwork and discipline.
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ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL??
Our season starts Monday July 27, 2009 at Wayne Makin field. You must arrive no later than 5:30pm. Your player will need to wear a white t-shirt and shorts (or Player Pack) with his/her last name and age on the back of the shirt. They should also wear football cleats (rubber molded, no screw-on or metal) and must check in at the equipment shed to be cleared to play. Any player who does not have a physical turned in will be sent home. Practices will be held Monday thru Friday for the entire month of August from 6:30-8:30pm. Players are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early and are expected to attend EVERY practice.
Per Conference rules, no player will be allowed to play Southern California Conference of Junior All American Football until he/she has passed a physical by a Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathy, Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant. Physicals performed by a chiropractor will not be accepted. The SCJAAF approved physical form must be signed, stamped and dated, no more than 4 months prior to July 27th, 2009. No other forms will be accepted. Forms can be downloaded on our website or you can pick one up at one of our registration dates.
Players will be placed on division teams in accordance with the weight and ages eligibility chart. Any player weighing 5% or more over maximum weight at time of official physical examination will be assigned to the next higher division, if age permits. Any player weighing more than the certified weight but less than 5% may be assigned to either division at the discretion of the Chapter Commissioner.
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HELL WEEK
The first week of practice is hell week and each division will practice together. There will be no contact the first week– only conditioning. Your child must complete 10 hours of conditioning before he/she may participate in contact drills. If your child misses a day of hell week, he/she will NOT be allowed to dress in pads and participate in contact drills until his/her conditioning time is completed. This is a Conference rule and must be followed. The following week the players will put on pads and go through drills involving contact. You will need to purchase your child an athletic supporter and cleats. All other protective equipment will be issued to you by the league. Usually on the 2nd or 3rd day of contact, the coaches will hold the draft. Once your child has been drafted, an announcement will be made as to what team your child will be on.
HELL WEEK TIPS
Your child will be running, exercising and running some more! Welcome to HELL WEEK.
Here are a few tips that will help your child SURVIVE!
*Drink plenty of fluids. Water and Gatorade are the best, stay away from sodas and especially ENERGY DRINKS!
*Eat a light meal prior to 5:00 pm. Greasy foods are heavy and your child will GET SICK...
*Get plenty of rest– your child is going to be exhausted!
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DRAFT RULES
JR MICRO DIVISION
2 teams per division
1st Round
Division 1 25 picks
Division 2 25 picks
Remaining players will alternate 1 for 1
MICRO AND JR PEE WEE DIVISION
3 teams per division
Division 1 25 picks
Both Division 2 teams will select remaining players 1 for 1
PEE WEE AND MIDGET DIVISION
2 teams per division
1st Round
Division 1 15 picks
Division 2 15 picks
2nd Round
Division 1 10 picks
Division 2 10 picks
Remaining players will alternate 1 for 1
Draft results are final
CUTS
It is our goal to allow every child the opportunity to participate. Although it is not always possible, we will make every effort to place each child who signs up on a team. If a child is cut from his/her appropriate division, you will be given the option of moving your child up to the next division if a spot is available. If your child is not selected to a team and another spot is not available, a refund will be issued. All NJAAF issued equipment must be returned before refund is issued. Fundraiser, player pack and physicals are nonrefundable.
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REFUNDS
There will be no refunds after the draft has taken place. Refunds will not be given for raffle tickets, physicals or player packs. All refund requests must be made in writing and submitted to the Vice President. They will be reviewed by the board of directors on a case by case basis. All equipment must be returned in good condition to the equipment room before any funds will be released.
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EQUIPMENT
No player will be given equipment without a parent/guardian present to sign equipment contract– NO EXCEPTIONS!
Each player will receive equipment when your team is scheduled. Any player who misses their scheduled time WILL have to arrange a time with the equipment manager to receive equipment.
Your child will be issued a helmet, one mouth piece, one game uniform (jersey and pants), one practice uniform (jersey and pants), shoulder pads, belt and hip, knee and thigh pads from the equipment room. Parents are responsible to replace mouthpieces as needed and purchase athletic supporter and cleats.
Each team will ask for additional funds to cover the cost of team socks and name plates.
Your child is not allowed to wear GAME pants or jersey to practice. Please have your child wear his/her practice uniform to practice and game attire to games.
Any equipment that is broken during the course of the season MUST be returned to the equipment shed for repair or replacement. Failure to do so may result in injury of your player.
The game jersey is yours to keep but all other equipment is to be returned to the equipment room so that it may be reused next season.
Players/Parents are responsible for the upkeep and safety of all issued equipment. Parents will be responsible for the cost of lost or abused equipment.
Any player that does not turn in issued equipment will not receive trophy at end of season.
Disciplinary action that may include a civil lawsuit WILL be taken against any parent who has not turned in players equipment.
Some people may choose to buy their own equipment. If you choose to do so, please stop by the equipment room so it can by safety checked by the equipment managers.
Additional protective equipment is available for purchase at any sporting goods store.
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WEIGHT CERTIFICATION
Each player MUST be at the certified weight for division/age by the first Conference Weight Certification date. Any player that is over weight will be noted on the Team Red Ink Roster and shall have until the second Conference Weight Certification date to make that weight. If the player fails to make weight by the second Conference Weight Certification date, that player will be ineligible to play the remainder of the season. Weight certification attire consists of: game or practice pants (with pads in), t-shirt and/or jersey and socks. Shoes or cleats are not required. Once a player passes weight certification, they are certified for the remainder of the season. Once a player has been paper and weight certified, they may not change teams for any reason.
PAPER CERTIFICATION
You will be expected to provide your Athletic Director with an ORIGINAL birth certificate and a 1x1 recent photo of your child. The AD will need to keep your child’s birth certificate for 1-2 weeks until the team is paper certified. Your birth certificate will be returned! An AD from another chapter will paper certify each team and ensure the eligibility of each player.
SCHOOL COMES FIRST
School comes first, we require that all players maintain their school grades during the football season. If a player needs to complete their homework, we ask that they bring it to the field and sit on the sidelines to finish.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT…
Your coach will expect your child to attend EVERY practice and be on time! It is possible their season could last from August to December!! We ask that you schedule your vacations accordingly. It is important to remember that you and your child have made a commitment to football. For your child to get the best experience, he/she should attend every practice on time and prepared to play. Any player who will miss practice must contact the Head Coach or the Head AD prior to practice. Unexcused absences from practices may result in disciplinary action. Practices will be held in the rain, wind or sunshine! The only time we will not practice is in the event of lightning.
WATER BREAKS
During water breaks the players are to stay with their team on the field. They will not be allowed to go to the snack bar or visit with others. We encourage this in order for the players to get to know their teammates and to grow together as a team. Your child should bring his own bottle of water or Gatorade– NO SODA AND NO ENERGY DRINKS!!
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ATHLETIC DIRECTORS (AD)
Each team has a designated Athletic Director and possibly an assistant. They are responsible for the welfare of every player on their team, in charge of team paperwork, responsible for crowd control at practices and games and ensure coaching ethics are being followed. They have been certified in first aid and CPR and tend to all injuries on their field. The AD is the liaison between the parents and the coaches, therefore all concerns and complaints must be directed to the AD.
TEAM PARENTS
The team parent is the event planner, volunteer coordinator and treasurer for the team. This person plans all team events such as pizza parties, potlucks and the banquet. They will be asking each player for money to cover the cost of snacks for the season, game socks, name plate for jersey and cheerleader gifts. They will ensure that the team has water, Gatorade, fruit and snacks for all games and scrimmages. They are the fundraising coordinator for the team as well.
ADDITIONAL STAFF
Each team has additional staff members including assistant coaches, 10 play person, water boys, photographers, assistant AD’s and team parents. All staff members are also volunteer positions and each team will need your assistance to ensure a successful season. All team volunteers must have an SCJAAF issued ID badge to be on the field.
SCRIMMAGES
Each team will be allowed 3 preseason scrimmages. They will be held either at our practice field or at another location. Scrimmages will be set up by the Head Coach and Chapter officials and may take place on varying days. Players may weigh a MAX of 5 lbs over the certified weight for scrimmages. If any player exceeds the 5 pounds they may not participate. All SCJAAF and NJAAF rules must be adhered to and will be enforced during scrimmages.
GAMES
Games are every Saturday (starting in September) at varying times throughout the day. Our home field is Norco High School. Our away games can be in many places– some as far as Palm Desert or Murrieta. If your child’s team makes the playoffs it is possible that your child will have games every Saturday through the first week of December (THIS INCLUDES THANKSGIVING WEEKEND). It is possible that your child’s team will have a bye week. Per SCJAAF Conference rules, every child will play 10 plays in each game. There will be a designated volunteer for every team whose job will be to count each child’s plays. Each play of a game counts...the only thing that does not count as a play is a dead ball. Your child may be docked plays by his/her coach as a disciplinary measure for being late, missing practice, etc. This rule changes to 5 plays per game for playoff games. Exceptions to this rule may include: injury, discipline and/or players refusal to participate.
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INJURIES
Football is a contact sport and injuries are always a possibility. If your child suffers any type of injury, let the AD handle it. YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO GO ONTO THE FIELD. The AD will explain to you the situation and what steps need to be followed AFTER she/he has evaluated your child. The AD for your child's team is to oversee all injuries. Any child that has been directed to see a doctor by the team AD MAY NOT RETURN TO PLAY until cleared by a doctor. Coaches and parents DO NOT have the authority to clear a player to play. The team AD has the final word concerning all injuries. Precautionary measures will be enforced by the Chapter AD to ensure your child's safety. Any player who leaves the practice or game field due to an injury must return with a doctor’s release. No player will be allowed to return to the playing field without a release from the doctor. No player will be allowed to participate in a game or practice with a cast of any kind on any of his/her extremities.
ASTHMA AND ALLERGIES
If any player has asthma or allergies, immediately speak with your team AD. If your child has a food allergy, the team parent should also be notified so that appropriate snacks will be available for your child. If an inhaler or epi-pen are required for your child, they must be in the possession of the AD at all times, labeled with the prescription (cannot be expired) and players name. The player MUST administer the medication themselves with the supervision of the AD. Parents are not allowed to give players their medication. If your child needs his/her inhaler, they must sit for a minimum of 5-10 minutes to reduce heart rate and may return to practice/game. If the medication is needed again, the player may not return to practice/game.
HEAD COACH
The Head Coach is a VOLUNTEER who devotes many, many hours of time to his/her team- on and off the field. He/She will oversee and direct the coaching staff and together they will teach your child the game of football. The coach’s main objective is to teach sportsmanship, teamwork and the fundamentals of the game. As a unit, the staff will make all decisions concerning strategy and positions. Remember that your child is part of a team and the coach will put your child at the position that is best suited for the team. It may not be the position your child has played before and it may not be the position you think your child should play. During practice and games the coaches are there to coach, please allow them to do so. All questions and concerns MUST be directed through the team AD. If you need to speak with your child's coach, please do so after practice or game.
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PLEASE REMEMBER
It is the parents responsibility to make sure the their child arrives at the game by the specified time. Failure to do so may result in your child being unable to check in and participate in the game. Check with your team if your child needs a ride and if car pool options are available.
CHEERLEADERS
Our cheerleaders are an important part of each team. They dedicate as much time and effort to football as we do. Cheerleaders are at every game. They host pep rallies on Thursdays, before home games and will perform their half time routine, pump up the teams spirit and exchange small gifts with the players. The cheerleaders have an annual competition, in November, where they will compete against other chapters from our Conference. We encourage every football player and their family to attend this competition (wearing your game jersey and/or orange and black) and show your NORCO spirit. It is loads of fun watching not only the girls compete but also the different chapter crowds competing. We need to be there to support the girls who have been there to support our teams weekly.
SHOW YOUR NORCO SPIRIT
Show you Norco spirit by wearing orange and black. Teams will have t-shirts and other apparel for sale to help raise money for their banquet. GO NORCO!! We encourage you to bring out your friends and family to cheer on our teams. Just please remind them to behave appropriately as we are all representing NJAAF and you as a member are responsible for those that you bring with you. We also ask that you please leave your pets at home! We encourage all players to wear their game jerseys to school on Fridays and to attend all Norco High School Football games. Remember that you are representing your team, our chapter and our city and you should behave appropriately at all times.
TEAMS ARE A FAMILY
Remember that you may spend more time with your football “family” than your own! Please be kind and courteous to all involved. Our children look to us to set the examples, so let’s show them how to treat others with respect. Your team may decide to have potlucks, pizza parties, or other fun things to participate in! This is up to each individual team. Each team will have its own banquet to recognize the efforts of your team. Your team parent will be responsible for organizing this but will require your help in raising funds to pay for the event! Many teams will pass around a small can, at games, called a “Touchdown Can” to take donations for the team after each touchdown. These monies will go toward your child’s team for banquet expenses or other items your team wishes to purchase (bags, jackets, etc..).
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